Fall in love with The Caribbean while cruising aboard Norwegian Getaway. Before setting sail, discover the best of the vibrant city of New Orleans, from strolling through the French Quarter and savoring beignets at the famous Café du Monde, to listening to live jazz music and visiting historic sites. Then in Costa Maya, grab your snorkel and dive into the waters surrounding the incredible Mesoamerican Reef, the second largest reef in the world and home to diverse marine life.

12 Days, featuring: Houston–lafayette

Discover Darrow, the gateway to the grand homes of the Lower Mississippi, and explore the fascinating towns along the banks of the Mississippi that preserve the memory of the American South’s early history. Learn about Natchez’s French and Acadian heritage and pay your respects at the Vicksburg battlefield. Savor delicious Cajun and Creole cuisine, as well as Memphis’s famous barbecue, as you celebrate musical legends in the birthplace of rock ’n’ roll.

History and culture unfold as you traverse the Mississippi on this enriching voyage. Enjoy relaxing scenic sailing and unparalleled bird-watching as the landscape changes between the bluffs of the North and the bayous of the South. Learn about the American civil rights movement and the Civil War. Along the way, tap your feet to the rhythm of American folk, soul and jazz music-and taste a delicious array of regional cuisine.

Nashville, Memphis, New Orleans... country music, the blues, jazz... Since 1960, when Tauck first introduced guests to New Orleans, music has woven the cultural fabric of these genres together. Embark on a journey connecting these cities via the Blues Highway and Cajun Country – with multiple-night city-center stays – and discover the musical legacies defining them.

13 Days, featuring: New Orleans

Gastronomic treasures, tales of civil rights milestones, and an electric energy awaits in historic New Orleans.

12 Days, featuring: Nashville, Tennessee