NE Mississippi Rivertowns Experience 2025

5 Days | August 21 - 25, 2025


Excited to explore the charming Mississippi river towns, witness the iconic paddle boats, taste the fresh food and immerse in rich history! Join us now!


Pickup Locations:  Fremont, Lincoln, Norfolk, and Omaha, NE, and Des Moines, IA

 

 

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8 Meals

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Group size: 15 - 45

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St. Louis, MO

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Activity Level (1 Easy - 5 Active): 2


Tour Itinerary

Day 1

Embark on your adventure today with your first stop in Dyersville, IA and explore the setting of the Field of Dreams! Then, we head to our first rivertown in Dubuque! Enjoy an amazing city tour followed by a visit to the National Mississippi River Museum! Part museum, part aquarium, part science center. You’ll also visit the amazing Convivium Urban Farmstead! Finally, travel to Galena, a gorgeous river town! Check into your stunning downtown hotel, the DeSoto House and enjoy dinner with your group! (L, D)


Day 2

This morning enjoy a great breakfast before heading out to the shops of Galena - this town is known for it! If shopping isn’t your thing, enjoy a city tour full of great sights and interesting history. This afternoon, drive along the Mississippi River to Moline! Once arrived, you'll take in the visitors center where you’ll hear about the fascinating history of Moline and the Quad Cities of the River, then you will take beautiful Celebration Belle Cruise down the river!  You’ll have time to enjoy the town before retiring to the hotel! (B)


Day 3

Your first stop this morning is the Buffalo Bill Museum, full of interesting river history along with an old steamboat walkthrough! After lunch, enjoy a real steam powered towboat for a relaxing river cruise aboard the Twilight! The beautiful scenery and wildlife along the Mississippi is stunning on a beautiful summer’s day. Finish the night off with a spectacular meal in Hannibal. (B, D)


Day 4

Today, tour Hannibal. Your local guide will join you in the morning and will explain the history behind the famous rivertown including the life of Mark Twain and his famous story of Huckleberry Finn! You’ll also explore Mark Twain’s cave and Jam’s Journey while here and take some time to shop. Then, you’re off to St. Louis! Your visit to St. Louis includes tickets to the Gateway Arch for amazing bird’s eye views and information on the history of the city, Finally, enjoy an authentic Italian meal on the Hill, which is St.Louis’ “little Italy” neighborhood! (B, D)


Day 5

This morning, visit the magnificent Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis! You won’t believe your eyes when you see the intricate details of the mosaic tiles covering every surface! Then, traverse the plains as you head back to Omaha! There is no other tour like this! You’re sure to have a head full of memories and maybe a full bags full of gifts you found along the way. We can’t wait to have you back on your next adventure!  (B)

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Hotel Accommodations:


Night 1 - DeSoto House, Galena, IL

Night 2 - Holiday Inn, Davenport, IA

Night 3 - Holiday Inn, Hannibal, MO

Night 4 - Fairfield Inn, St Louis *Subject to change


What's Included:

8 Meals

Hotel Accomodations

Transportation - Private Motorcoach

Guide Service

Activities - Included in Itinerary

Admissions - Included in Itinerary


What's Not Included:

Gratuities

Insurance



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Call us at 402-293-9282 for any questions that you may have!

 

 


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