Explore battlefields, war museums and stagecoach rides!

What piece of American history do you want to explore today? When you embark on a Tennessee River cruise, youʼll get to take your pick from among many facets of Americana. From the steamships that are designed in a Victorian style, to the museums and attractions youʼll see along the way, your time aboard a Tennessee River cruise boat will be one that offers variety as well as history.

Some travelers opt for a lunch or dinner cruise, but the other way to go is to sleep aboard the ship, enjoying a voyage of seven days, or longer. Stops along the way include Civi War battlefields, museums chock full of artifacts from the 18th century and onward, including railroad museums, war museums, and those focused on art and culture. Youʼll also get to enjoy activities such as stagecoach rides and antiques shopping -- just in case you want to take a piece of history home with you. Stops along the Tennessee River also give you a chance to sample various flavors of Kentucky bourbon and listen to live country music in some of the countryʼs most storied venues.

While on board your Tennessee River cruise boat, youʼll enjoy delicious meals in the period-inspired dining rooms, as well as the option of room service in your comfortable stateroom. Many rooms are also outfitted with verandas, from which you can see the rolling hills and forests of go by. Life aboard is set at a leisurely pace, so youʼll have plenty of time for simply relaxing. Are you ready to board yet?

To learn more about Tennessee River cruises and other great travel packages, consult your trusted travel advisor at Going Places Travel.