Adventure Overview
Your Gulf Coast cruise voyage is an idyllic combination of blissful relaxation and stunning natural scenery. Cruise the gorgeous Gulf of Mexico and sail along Florida’s balmy panhandle and west coast on this spectacular New Orleans to St. Petersburg small ship cruise.
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Board the ship in vibrant New Orleans, where a chef from the famed New Orleans School of Cooking gives an onboard culinary demonstration, followed by festive live music.
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Enjoy stunning natural scenery en route to beautiful Biloxi, MS, where a guest lecturer discusses the town’s colorful history.
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Visit historic downtown Mobile, AL, home to the original Mardi Gras.
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Relax during a full day in lovely Pensacola, FL, where local musicians entertain after dinner.
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Learn about the history and culture of serene Carrabelle as a guest speaker joins you for an evening lecture.
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Delight to the tones of local musical entertainment in bustling Tampa, FL.
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Your Gulf Coast cruise trip concludes in tranquil St. Petersburg, known as “The Sunshine City.”
On this New Orleans adventure cruise, admire pristine beaches and watch for playful dolphins frolicking in the ship’s wake as you discover the best in small ship cruising along the Gulf Coast.
On to DAY 1
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Day 1 - New Orleans, LA
Embark today in vibrant New Orleans! Tonight a chef from the world renowned New Orleans School of Cooking gives an onboard demonstration.
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Day 2 - New Orleans, LA
Explore New Orleans with a full day in port! An optional morning city tour takes you through the charming cobblestone streets of the French Quarter; to Bayou St. John, teeming with tales of piracy and voodoo; past lovely Lake Pontchartrain; and to the stately Garden District. This afternoon, an optional guided boat tour leads you through beautiful Barataria Reserve’s swamps and bayous. Delight to the tones of local musical entertainment onboard the ship this evening.
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Day 3 - Biloxi, MS
Relax onboard the ship today and enjoy the stunning natural scenery and feel the salty southern breeze on your face as we cruise from New Orleans to Biloxi, MS. A guest speaker comes aboard this evening to discuss Biloxi’s rich history.
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Day 4 - Biloxi, MS
Discover the beauty of Biloxi this
morning on an optional city tour, beginning at the Beauvoir Home, President Jefferson Davis’s post-war estate and Presidential Library. The tour continues to the Biloxi Lighthouse, including the Visitor’s Center and Museum, followed by a visit to Guice Park to view the bell and mast of the USS Biloxi. This afternoon set sail toward historic Mobile, AL.
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Day 5 - Mobile, AL
Home to the original Mardi Gras, visit downtown Mobile and historic Dauphin Street. An optional morning tour introduces you to the historic Bellingrath Gardens estate and its spectacular exhibit of local and exotic flora. After a tranquil afternoon of cruising, arrive in Pensacola this evening and enjoy an onboard presentation on the city’s history and culture.
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Day 6 - Pensacola, FL
A full day in port in balmy Pensacola offers two optional excursions. This morning, view restored aircraft at the National Naval Aviation Museum, visit historic Fort Barrancas, and admire the charming Pensacola Lighthouse and museum. This afternoon’s optional tour takes you to the Pensacola Museum of Art, the Pensacola Historical Museum, and the Quina House, dating back to 1810. Choose either tour or enjoy both for a full day of exploration! Enjoy local music this evening.
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Day 7 - Panama City, FL
Cruise along the sunny Florida coast
from Pensacola to lively Panama City, where onboard musical entertainment sets a festive tone onboard the ship this evening.
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Day 8 - Carrabelle, FL
Arrive this afternoon in serene Carrabelle. This leisurely town offers crowd-free relaxation and beautiful natural scenery. Unwind this afternoon with an optional bird watching tour and nature walk, followed by a visit to a local museum. This evening a local expert introduces you to the history of Carrabelle.
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Day 9 - Cruising Day
Enjoy breathtaking views of the
sparkling open water as we cruise from Carrabelle to Tampa. Watch for dolphins frolicking in the ship’s wake!
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Day 10 - Tampa Bay, FL
Gaze at Tampa’s spectacular skyline rising high above the cerulean waters. An optional city tour includes a visit to the Henry
B. Plant museum, an opulent former hotel overlooking the shimmering Hillsborough River. This afternoon, enjoy free time in the city with the added convenience of optional shuttle transportation. After dinner, local musicians entertain onboard the ship.
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Day 11 - St. Petersburg, FL
Welcome to tropical St. Petersburg, a popular vacation destination nicknamed “The Sunshine City.” An optional all-day trolley service with on/off privileges invites you to discover this remarkable city at your own pace. Stroll through the St. Petersburg Pier, enjoy open-air shopping at The Baywalk, or visit your choice of museums, including The Museum of Fine Arts and the Salvador Dali Museum.
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Day 12 - St. Petersburg, FL
Disembark this morning in St.
Petersburg.
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Itinerary Details
SHIP: Grande Caribe
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EMBARK:
New Orleans, LA
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DISEMBARK:
St. Petersburg, FL
Start Date:
End Date:
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May 20, 2013
May 31, 2013
*Reverse itinerary available for these cruise dates
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Category 1
$3,449
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Category 2
$3,739
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Category 3
$4,169
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Category 4
$4,469
PORT CHARGES: $210
All itineraries including ports, activities, and routes are subject to change based on availability, weather, river, water levels and sea conditions.
