Viking Mississippi

Overview

Inspired by Viking River Cruises' Longships®, Viking Mississippi is the first of its fleet to enter North American waters. Featuring a clean Scandinavian design, the ship boasts public spaces that are familiar to guests but that have been tailored to the Mississippi River experience. Purpose-built for the Mississippi, the ship’s cutting-edge design, including all outside-facing staterooms offering constant views and comfortable amenities, make her the first truly modern river cruise ship in the region. Guests looking to experience all the historical authenticity of America's heartland alongside state-of-the-art comfort should look no further than Viking Mississippi cruises.

Keeping line with Viking’s 175+ years of river cruising history, you receive the very best of service aboard Viking Mississippi, and your experience of a river cruise will not be matched by any other company. From panoramic windows to the most expert of river tour guides, there is no shortage of enjoyment on an unforgettable Viking Mississippi cruise available all year round.

Viking Mississippi's immersion in local culture does not end with the river. Open dining is provided throughout the day so guests can enjoy the finest local cuisine anytime. Expertly trained chefs use the freshest ingredients to prepare regional delicacies that match perfectly with hand-picked bottles of local wines.

Off-boat activities are also offered to complement the on-ship portion of your cruise. Try your hands at local activities and customs to get the real-world feel of the area you are traveling in. From music to food and wine tastings, you will have many tales to bring back to your friends and family.

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Ship Highlights

Al Fresco Dining

Imagine waking as the mist rolls off the river, stopping in the lounge for a frothy cappuccino, and heading out to the Aquavit Terrace to cruise through the early morning light silently. That is one definition of a Viking Mississippi happy hour. Another one is in the more traditional sense: unwinding in the late afternoon with a pint of beer or glass of wine, chatting with friends, and enjoying a delicious light bite of American barbecue. With the Aquavit Terrace equipped with grills and plentiful seating, each of these al fresco "happy hours" will be yours to indulge in.

Delicious Cuisine

Viking Mississippi's chefs create a variety of tasty offerings for you, with freshly prepared seasonal local vegetables, American classics, Mamsen's Norwegian specialties, and homemade soups prepared daily. For breakfast, choose from pastries, cereals, breakfast meats, egg dishes, fresh fruit and selected cheeses. At lunch, select from the soup and sandwich bar or entrees and dessert. For dinner, you are treated to a five-course gourmet menu with regional specialties. You can also select from our regional wines to perfectly complement your meal. And wherever you sail, you will find enhancements reflecting your itinerary-it is all part of experiencing the local culture.

Cultural Highlights

To complement your onshore excursions, take part in Viking Mississippi's immersive learning and enhancement activities both on board and ashore:

New Orleans's festive French Quarter and Creole cuisine;
Vicksburg National Military Park;
BBQ and Delta blues in Memphis;
Mark Twain's boyhood home;
Working family farm visit in Iowa;
Birdwatching along the "Mississippi Flyway;"
St. Louis's Gateway Arch and pioneering spirit;
Norwegian cultural experience at Vesterheim;
These in-depth experiences are an essential part of discovering more about the places you cruise, and each activity is planned specifically to illuminate each itinerary.

Culture Curriculum

Sometimes you want to dig a little deeper. Viking Mississippi cruises offer a series of onboard multimedia talks to shed light on the history and culture of the places you visit. Learn about: