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Kentucky Derby Cruise

 

Hosted by singer and songwriter Dr. Elmo!
Luxury Cruise - , sailing to for 4 days
Great American Steamboat Company
American Queen
5/04/12
4 days
U. S. River
 
 

Elmo Shropshire, a.k.a. Dr. Elmo, is best known for his recording of "Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer", the Christmas classic which has sold more than 11 million copies.  Dr. Elmo is also an accomplished Bluegrass artist, a former horse jockey and veterinarian and we are thrilled to have him onboard the American Queen as Cruise Specialists exclusive escort!

 

Included in your voyage:

~ General-admission Kentucky Derby tickets or special Derby Day party at the storied Seelbach Hotel
~ One-night luxury hotel stay in Cincinnati before or after your voyage, including transfers
~ Complimentary bottled water and soft drinks onboard
~ Complimentary wines and beers with dinner onboard
~ Captain's Champagne Welcome Reception and Gala Dinner
~ Hot and cold canapes at cocktail hour every evening

 

American Queen:

~ The only authentic overnight paddlewheel steamboat in America
~ Multiple specialty dining options, all at no additional charge
~ All staterooms feature gourmet coffee brewers and Starbucks coffee
~ Gracious, friendly service from a professionally trained all-American staff
~ The warm and inviting ambiance of an antebellum mansion
~ Public rooms and accommodations are decorated with Victorian charm and carefully selected antiques
~ Elegant-casual attire throughout your voyage, no formal wear required
~ Professional showboat-style entertainment nightly
~ Nightly dancing to swing, big band and Dixieland jazz music

Steamboating is Back and it's Here to Stay!

Join Cruise Specialists' multi-talented escort Dr. Elmo for a unique voyage celebrating one of the most  prestigious sporting events - THE KENTUCKY DERBY!  You'll experience the Derby parades and festivities in Louisville, then have the opportunity to witness the Kentucky Derby itself.  Of course, there'll be plenty of mint juleps available to put everyone in just the right spirit for the "Run for the Roses".

American Queen
May 4 - 8, 2012 / Roundtrip Cincinnati, Ohio

Day

City

Description

1

Cincinnati

Embark the American Queen

2

Louisville/ Churchill Downs

Kentucky Derby Day! Cheer your favorite horse across the finish line.

3

Steamboating

Full day of leisurely steamboating.

4

Madison

Tour Schroeder Saddletree Factory and the

Madison Vinyard to Betty Mundt's Candies.

5

Cincinnati

Disembark the American Queen

Fares From $1,795

Added Bonus - Luxury Hotel Stay Included!
Enjoy a one-night luxury hotel stay before or after your voyage, included in the pricing. 

 

 Fare shown is per guest based on double occupancy of the minimum inside stateroom, cruise only and in US dollars.  Many other categories available, please ask for rates. Port taxes of $39-$110 per person are additional.  Cruise Specialists escort and amenities require minimum participation and subject to change.  We reserve the right to correct errors.
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