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When Viking Mississippi joined the world's largest river cruise line in summer 2022, it became Viking's first ship in the U.S. The River Café serves up everything from American classics to Mamsen’s Norwegian specialities on the top deck, where the Aquavit Terrace also provides an alfresco dining option. To cap off the day, guests can enjoy an evening stroll on the 360-degree promenade deck. Guests can take a dip in the infinity plunge pool on the sun terrace or relax in the Explorer’s Lounge & Bar, with its two-story floor-to-ceiling window that opens up to the bow—an outdoor seating venue to take in the sights. Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.
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Situated at the very front and back of the ship, they have wraparound balconies, separate living and sleeping areas and the additional amenities of complimentary Silver Spirits Beverage package for occupants. Viking Mississippi staterooms (193 total) are on 4 decks (out of 5 total), all with balconies and grouped in 13 cabin grades. All staterooms (except 8x handicap cabins with French Balconies) are with Outside Balconies (step-out verandas). French Balcony staterooms are ADA cabins (wheelchair-accessible), with larger bathrooms and convenient midship location (near the Atrium's lifts).
Mississippi River Cruises
All staterooms and public venues are with floor-ceiling and wall-to-wall windows. Explorer Suite cruise prices are also inclusive of "Silver Spirits Beverage Package" (Viking Cruises' alcohol-inclusive unlimited drink package). Suites start with Penthouse Junior Suites, which offer 400 square feet of living space and the amenities of a Penthouse Veranda Stateroom. Terrace Suites have an expansive veranda that stretches the entire width of the suite. These 425-square-foot suites offer separate living and sleeping areas and the additional perks of the other suites. Explorer Suites are Viking's top-of-the-line staterooms on the Mississippi and range in size from 657 to 1,024 square feet.
Pre: Cultural Capitals—Minneapolis & St. Paul
I wish I had read up on the battle/siege of Vicksburg before visiting and I wish we had more time at the park and to tour the city. If you don't know much about Huey Long, it is a good idea to read up on him before visiting this city. For any cruises listed, Cruise Critic does not guarantee any specific rates or prices. In 2022, the cruise line began offering service through the Midwest, including from St. Louis to St. Paul, Minnesota. Savor the city’s celebrated Cajun and Creole music and cuisine as well as its distinct arts.
Heart of the Delta
Viking just announced details of the purpose-built, 386-passenger cruise ship it will bring to the Mississippi River by 2022. The new ship, aptly named Viking Mississippi, will sail between New Orleans and St. Paul, Minnesota, with the inaugural trips slated for August. It may be a dark time for the cruise industry, as many ships have returned to port and passengers shuffle plans as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Viking Mississippi Deck Plans Include Balconies and Two-room Suites
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The Restaurant is the main dining venue, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and will have panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows. A new feature for a Viking river vessel is The Bow -- an expanded outdoor seating area positioned directly in front of the Explorer's Lounge with commanding views of the river. Viking Mississippi also features a Sun Deck, including a terrace with an infinity plunge pool. All 193 cabins are river-facing with either French or full step-out balconies. Cabins are spread across seven different categories and range in size from 268 square feet to 1,024 square feet. They lead in with Veranda Staterooms and Deluxe Veranda Staterooms, which are both the same size with step-out balconies.
And stir your soul with the rhythms of Dixieland jazz, Delta blues and gospel. Stay current with special offers, news and destination-focused content. Step on board the newest and most modern ship on the Mississippi with all outside staterooms, private verandas, spacious public areas and our signature, clean Scandinavian design, reimagined for the Mississippi River.
Discover Southern culture and charm
Viking River Cruises USA officially started operations with MS Viking Mississippi with the maiden voyage in 2022 (8-day "America’s Heartland" itinerary from St Paul MN to St Louis MO/departing from Saint Paul on September 3rd). The shipbuilder (and shipowner) is ECO Shipyards - a fully-owned subsidiary of Edison Chouest Offshore (1960-founded as "Edison Chouest Boat Rentals" marine corporation). The ship is operated under charter by the subsidiary company Viking USA LLC via the new brand Viking River Cruises USA.
Viking Bets on the Future With New Cruise Ship Set to Sail the Mississippi River by 2022 (Video)
French Balcony cabins are with floor-ceiling windows, slide-opening to a railing. As for what to see and do, Viking has announced several eight-day itineraries that focus on northern or southern portions of the river. Trips between St. Louis and St. Paul include tours and guest lectures on board that discuss Mark Twain and westward expansion; sailings from Memphis to New Orleans have a focus on French and Acadian cultures as well as the civil rights movement and jazz. Each cabin deck has a launderette (laundry room with self-service laundromats). Of the riverboat's three Lifts (glass-door elevators), two are in the Atrium (midship) and one is located forward-portside. All decks are also interlinked via stairs (forward, midship and aft).
Sail along the Mississippi River, an important region with diverse wildlife and ecosystems. Immerse yourself in the blues with Viking’s Privileged Access Mississippi Delta experience. Explore the oldest city on the Mississippi, Natchez, with over 200 historic Southern estates.
More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change. MS Viking Mississippi riverboat represents a new design inland passenger vessel that is totally different from all currently available on the US market cruise ships. The boat is traditionally large-sized but with a 90% glass-enclosed superstructure.
The 386-guest Viking Mississippi® was “floated out” in Louisiana, marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Set to debut in summer 2022, the Viking Mississippi will sail Viking’s highly anticipated voyages on the Lower and Upper Mississippi River, between New Orleans and St. Paul. In 2015 was officially announced Viking's plan to enter USA's river cruising market by chartering newbuild ships for year-round operations on Mississippi River. However, the process was slowed due to issues regarding the so-called "Jones Act" (Merchant Marine Act from 1920). It imposes restrictions on where USA-based ships can navigate and how to be staffed. The Viking Mississippi itinerary program offers to visit seven US states - Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, Missouri, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Minnesota.
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