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Holiday American Queen River Cruise

December 4, 2022 - December 12, 2022
The Lower Mississippi River has stories to share – a legacy that flows from Memphis to the Gulf of Mexico. Embark on more than just a cruise, and return with more than memories: experience, understanding, an enlightened perspective. Let us introduce you to the American South and show you all the great sights and port cities as we cruise the legendary Mississippi river between Memphis to New Orleans. A new chapter awaits as we cruise around each river bend.
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Detroit Underground Railroad Tour

February 22, 2023
New! - Detroit was a beacon of hope and freedom for the 50,000+ people who escaped slavery via the Underground Railroad.  Stand in the same places as escaped slaves who persevered to reach freedom.
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Historically Delicious Detroit Food Tour

March 28, 2023
New! - Join Detroit History Tours as we explore the history of eating, drinking, cooking, and carousing in the Motor City. This four hour tour is a progressive style dinner, with plenty of food to fill even the hungriest bellies.
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Charms of the Mekong River Cruise

April 17, 2023 - April 23, 2023
Two lively cities, Ho Chi Minh City & Hanoi, provide the perfect start and end to your incredible journey.  Cruise along the Mekong, visiting rural villages, historic pagodas, local markets and a Buddhist Monastery. Indulge your inner adventurer in Siem Reap, exploring the grand temples of Angkor Archeological Park.  And luxuriate in an Amawaterways Exclusive - an overnight sojourn on board an elegantly appointed ship in Ha Long Bay.
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Discover Scotland

New! - From its rugged sea-sprayed islands to its stately castles layered in history, Scotland awaits. Learn how to play the bagpipes and enjoy dinner at the National Piping Centre’s farm-to-table restaurant. Sample Scotch whisky on a distillery tour. Marvel at the stunning Isle of Skye. Take a cruise on famed Loch Ness. Explore the Orkney Islands’ ancient Skara Brae. Visit Dunrobin Castle. Visit a local family on their farm and meet their sheepdogs. Explore the regal city of Edinburgh. Put a modern twist on Scottish cuisine during an interactive cooking class. Discover a land of rolling green Highlands, friendly sheepdogs, and smooth Scotch whisky.
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A Salute to Our Veterans

May 15, 2023
New! - Spend the day in Port Clinton, Ohio to celebrate the men and women who have sacrificed so much for our freedom.
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Show Me Missouri featuring St. Louis, Kansas City and Branson

May 6, 2023 - May 13, 2023
New! - Friendly. Unassuming. Full of surprises. That’s Missouri. A destination with countless hidden gems, filled with open roads. Missouri is also a land of fertile plains, rolling hills, enormous prairies and historic rivers. Missouri's unofficial nickname is The Show-Me State and represents the character of Missourians - not gullible; unwilling to believe without adequate evidence.
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Boston & Salem, MA

May 22, 2023 - May 27, 2023
New! - Rich in museums, restaurants, shops, and historical sites, Boston ranks among the world's major centers of education and culture. Explore the city of Salem, most noted for the Salem Witch Trials of 1692. Salem’s history stretches from the 17th-century to today and includes maritime heritage, American literature, architecture, military history, and more.
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Grand Rapids Getaway

May 30, 2023 - June 1, 2023
New! - From world-class attractions to nationally ranked food and craft beverage scenes – Grand Rapids, Michigan is filled with opportunities to explore art, music, history, nature and all the things that help shape our understanding of the world we share.    
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History Mystery Tour

June 6, 2023
New! - We can't tell you where we are going but you're sure to have a good time - especially if you're a history lover!
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Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta

October 12, 2023 - October 16, 2023
Any local will tell you that October is the most beautiful time of year in New Mexico, made so in large part by the much anticipated sight of colorful balloons punctuating the skyline. During this season, the sky is bluer, the days are gentler, and the mornings crisper -- almost as though the landscape has taken a deep sigh -- and on the desert’s warm breath sails the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.
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Cuba Discovery

November 6, 2023 - November 11, 2023
New! - Cuba is one of the worlds most exciting places to visit. Its uniqueness inspires the imagination, and its rich and colorful history fascinates. After more than half a century of relative isolation, Cuba is fast becoming more accessible.  It’s an adventurous destination, seemingly on the verge of massive change. Life in Cuba passes by surrounded by music, tradition, culture, national monuments and natural attractions of immeasurable value.
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Christmas Markets of Montreal & Quebec City

November 30, 2023 - December 4, 2023
New! - The Christmas Markets of Montreal & Quebec city will leave you full of wonder, nostalgia and the holiday spirit. Join us as we experience the holiday season and wander the outdoor markets with hand-made wooden toys, ornaments and local crafts. Enjoy the sound of carolers, music and horse-drawn wagons on cobblestone. Embrace delightfully decorated town squares with magical streets and the scents of gingerbread filling the air with spice.
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