Viking Announces New Mississippi and Ohio River Vo...

Viking^® (www.viking.com) (NYSE: VIK) in the present day introduced that new itineraries on the Mississippi and Ohio rivers for 2027 at the moment are open for reserving. Crusing on board the Viking Mississippi, visitors can select the brand new 15-day Bayous, Blues & Bluegrass itinerary, which operates between New Orleans and Louisville, with ports of name alongside the Mississippi and Ohio rivers. A shorter possibility—the 8-day Mississippi & Ohio River Explorer itinerary—presents a journey between Memphis and Louisville.

Viking in the present day introduced that new itineraries on the Mississippi and Ohio rivers for 2027 at the moment are open for reserving. Crusing on board the Viking Mississippi, visitors can select the brand new 15-day Bayous, Blues & Bluegrass itinerary, which operates between New Orleans and Louisville, with ports of name alongside the Mississippi and Ohio rivers. A shorter possibility—the 8-day Mississippi & Ohio River Explorer itinerary—presents a journey between Memphis and Louisville. For extra info, go to www.viking.com.

“Wherever they’re on the planet, our visitors have an interest within the historical past, tradition and culinary traditions of the locations they go to,” stated Torstein Hagen, Chairman and CEO of Viking. “The cities and cities alongside the Mississippi and Ohio rivers are near residence for fairly a number of of our visitors—and are incredible locations that many have but to find.”

The brand new itineraries develop the corporate’s destination-focused choices on the Mississippi River and embody:

• NEW for 2027 Bayous, Blues & Bluegrass (15 days; New Orleans – Louisville) – Discover the wealthy heritage of the American South, birthplace of among the nation’s most beloved culinary and musical traditions. Alongside the Mississippi River, grand properties protect the South’s previous. Step into Civil Warfare historical past at Vicksburg and really feel the rhythm of the blues in Greenville. Additional north, pattern smoky barbecue in Tennessee and uncover Kentucky’s legacy of workmanship, from the highly effective Louisville Slugger to clean bourbon.
• NEW for 2027 Mississippi & Ohio River Explorer (8 days; Memphis – Louisville) – Sail on the Ohio and Mississippi rivers as they wind previous scenic wetlands, quaint cities and storied cities. Traditional American musical genres—the blues, rock ‘n’ roll and bluegrass—arose alongside these waterways. Uncover the legacies of icons similar to B. B. King and Elvis Presley in Memphis, Tennessee. In Kentucky, Louisville’s baseball museum preserves the spirit of America’s favourite pastime whereas its bourbon distilleries honor generations of workmanship.
• Mississippi River Odyssey(22 days; New Orleans – St. Paul) – Revel within the attraction of “America’s Nice River” as you set sail alongside the Mississippi. Admire the historic mansions and grand properties atop its bluffs, and delve into America’s Civil Warfare historical past. Delight within the area’s famed Southern delicacies and pattern Memphis’s famend barbecue, alongside artisan beers. Birthplace of American music—blues, jazz and soul—the Mississippi celebrates its musical heritage within the cities and cities that line its legendary shores.
• Mississippi Delta Explorer (8 days; New Orleans – Memphis) – Uncover Darrow, the gateway to the grand properties of the Decrease Mississippi and discover the fascinating cities alongside the banks of the Mississippi that protect the reminiscence of the American South’s early historical past. Find out about Natchez’s French and Acadian heritage and pay your respects on the Vicksburg battlefield. Savor scrumptious Cajun and Creole delicacies, in addition to Memphis’s well-known barbecue, as you have a good time musical legends within the birthplace of rock ’n’ roll.
• Heartland of America (8 days; St. Louis – St. Paul) – Journey alongside the Higher Mississippi when you hear tales of intrepid pioneers and the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Stroll within the footsteps of famed author Mark Twain and study concerning the Norwegian migration to the Midwest. Benefit from the view as your ship navigates by way of the river’s intricate lock system and expertise the area’s many cultural treasures—from ragtime, polka and Norwegian folks music to Wisconsin cheese, craft beer and hearty stews.
• New Orleans & Southern Charms (8 days; New Orleans roundtrip) – The Decrease Mississippi is wealthy with attraction, historical past and hospitality. Discover historic estates and go to notable Civil Warfare websites. Pattern the bustling French-flavored port cities of New Orleans and Baton Rouge. Sway to the tempos of Dixieland jazz, gospel and blues. Savor gourmand Cajun and Creole delicacies, in addition to conventional Southern fare. Be part of us, and see why native Cajuns say, “Laissez les bons temps rouler” (Let the great instances roll).

The Viking Mississippi

Internet hosting 386 visitors in 193 all-outside staterooms, the state-of-the-art Viking Mississippi is impressed by Viking’s award-winning river and ocean ships and options elegant Scandinavian design, in addition to public areas which are acquainted to visitors however reimagined for Mississippi River voyages. The ship’s cutting-edge design, expansive home windows and cozy facilities make the Viking Mississippi the primary actually fashionable ship within the area.

Reserving Particulars

From now by way of February 28, 2026, The Viking Financial savings Occasion presents North American vacationers as much as 35 p.c off all-inclusive voyages, as much as free worldwide airfare and a $25 deposit for all itineraries—plus extra financial savings for returning visitors—on choose 2026–2028 river, ocean and expedition itineraries. Name Viking toll-free at 1-855-8-VIKING (1-855-884-5464) or contact a journey advisor for particulars.

About Viking

Viking (NYSE: VIK) is a world chief in experiential journey with a fleet of greater than 100 ships, exploring 21 rivers, 5 oceans and all seven continents. Designed for curious vacationers with pursuits in science, historical past, tradition and delicacies, Chairman and CEO Torstein Hagen usually says Viking presents experiences For The Pondering Particular person™. Viking has greater than 450 awards to its identify, together with being rated #1 for Rivers and #1 for Oceans 5 years in a row by Condé Nast Traveler within the 2025 Readers’ Alternative Awards. Viking can be rated a “World’s Greatest” by Journey + Leisure—no different journey firm has concurrently acquired such honors by each publications. For added info, contact Viking at 1-800-2-VIKING (1-800-284-5464) or go to www.viking.com.