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Discover United States in October 2024 on one of these 27 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of Portland, Astoria, Baton Rouge, Vicksburg, and Natchez during October 2024 as you enjoy cruises, river cruises, wildlife viewing, urban exploration, and small ship cruises. Prices for trips in October 2024 range from $2,305 to $40,200 for a vacation of 5 to 17 days. Choose any of the below 27 itineraries in October 2024 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert United States trip planners.
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View the iconic arch when you visit St. Louis, gateway to the west
$12,999
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America’s Great River

St. Paul to New Orleans - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Mississippi
  • Explore St. Louis' arts scene
  • Enjoy American music styles
  • Learn Civil War history
  • Experience New Orleans' culture
  • Visit the Quad Cities
Starts / Ends:
St. Paul / New Orleans
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, River Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover the history, natural beauty, and distinctive regional cultures of America's great river, the mighty Mississippi, on this 15-day cruise aboard Viking Mississippi. Set sail from St. Paul, Minnesota, and venture south toward New Orleans, Louisiana. Along the way, visit small towns and …
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Spot the Northern Lights. Credit Arturo Polo Ena.
$12,500
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Remote Alaska Adventure

5 Day Itinerary
  • Adventure on flight-safari tours
  • Stay in comfortable cabins
  • Spot a variety of wildlife
  • Adventure on foot, by kayak, or ski
Activities:
Fishing, Hiking, Kayaking, Land, Skiing, Wilderness Lodge, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Ultima Thule Lodge combines the wild adventure of an Alaska wilderness lodge with all the creature comforts expected with high-end hotels. Add in the daily plane safari adventures and the customized experiences for groups of just two people, and you will find yourself feeling like family at this …
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Monument Valley
$5,060
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Grand National Parks: Las Vegas to LA

North America Small Group Tour - 10 Day Itinerary
  • Discover Bryce Canyon National Park
  • Hike to Emerald Pools in Zion Park
  • Enjoy a traditional Navajo meal
  • See the Grand Canyon
Starts / Ends:
Alexis Park Resort / The Georgian Hotel
Activities:
Camping, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Enjoy a small group tour from Las Vegas to Los Angeles, exploring the desert with the Grand Canyon in between. Experience the vibrant energy of Las Vegas and the tranquility of Zion as you journey through some of the finest national parks in the United States. Walk among the hoodoos in Bryce Canyon …
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Grand Teton National Park
$4,425
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Yellowstone & Grand Teton Adventure

North America Small Group Tour - 6 Day Itinerary
  • Experience wildlife in Grand Teton
  • Visit National Museum of Wildlife
  • Enjoy adventures of Yellowstone NP
  • Spot wildlife habitats and terrains
Starts / Ends:
Mountain Modern Motel / Yellowstone National Park
Activities:
Hiking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
This 6-day small group wildlife tour takes you to the wildest spot on the earth! Explore Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks on foot to see animals like bison, elk, bears, and wolves. In addition to visiting forests, waterfalls, and hiking trails, you'll also ride in an off-road vehicle …
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Visit historic Memphis, Tennessee
$5,190
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Lower Mississippi River Cruise

Memphis - New Orleans - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Symphony
  • Admire the diversity of New Orleans
  • Discover the cultures of the delta
  • Learn the history of Vicksburg
  • Enjoy the music of Memphis
Starts / Ends:
Memphis / New Orleans
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, River Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a captivating 9-day cruise aboard the American Symphony from Memphis to New Orleans, navigating the mighty Mississippi River. Explore Memphis' musical legacy and vibrant culture before cruising through days of enchanting river views. Vicksburg unfolds its Civil War history, Natchez …
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Columbia River Gorge
$3,940
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Highlights of the Columbia River

Portland Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard American Jazz
  • Discover Astoria's charm
  • Learn about Mount St. Helens' erupt
  • Admire the Columbia River Gorge
Starts / Ends:
Portland / Portland
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 6-day cruise aboard the American Jazz, exploring the Columbia River's highlights. Marvel at Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens as you cruise to Astoria, the oldest American settlement. Enjoy guided tours of the Columbia River Maritime Museum and Astoria's historic sites. Discover …
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Scenic Landscape
$5,768
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Columbia and Snake Rivers Journey

Portland - Clarkston - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Lion
  • Bike or walk along the river
  • Zodiak or kayak the Palouse River
  • Jet boat through Hells Canyon
  • Explore the Lewis & Clark Refuge
Activities:
Biking, Kayaking, River Cruises, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore the Columbia and Snake Rivers on this 8-day river cruise. Zodiac and kayak along the Palouse River, travel through beautiful Hells Canyon, and visit Lewis and Clark Wildlife Refuge. This relaxed cruise is the perfect Pacific Northwest getaway and a great introduction to the beautiful region.
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Mackinac Island, Michigan
$6,980
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A Voyage Along the Great Lakes – with Smithsonian Journeys

Milwaukee - Toronto - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Explore the five Great Lakes
  • Visit charming Mackinac Island
  • Learn about Native American history
  • Visit the Niagara Falls
  • Cruise Biosphere Reserve of Georgia
Starts / Ends:
Milwaukee / Toronto
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail aboard Le Champlain for an 8-day cruise to discover the Great Lakes amidst the splendid colors of autumn. Depart from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the United States’ “brew city,” and begin your voyage by sailing the length of Lake Michigan, a veritable inland sea, following in …
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View monuments from the Civil War in Mississippi
$4,530
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Lower Mississippi River Cruise

Memphis - New Orleans - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Heritage
  • Admire the diversity of New Orleans
  • Discover the cultures of the delta
  • Learn the history of Vicksburg
  • Enjoy the music of Memphis
Starts / Ends:
Memphis / New Orleans
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, River Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a captivating 9-day cruise aboard the American Heritage from Memphis to New Orleans, navigating the mighty Mississippi River. Explore Memphis' musical legacy and vibrant culture before cruising through days of enchanting river views. Vicksburg unfolds its Civil War history, Natchez …
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Death Valley National Park
$3,940
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Hiking the best of Death Valley and Joshua Tree

North America Small Group Tour - 6 Day Itinerary
  • Hike Death Valley National Park
  • Explore Joshua Tree National Park
  • Discover Darwin Falls and Lost Palm
  • Follow the Golden Canyon Trail
Starts / Ends:
Las Vegas / Las Vegas
Activities:
Hiking, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Challenging
Hike across some of North America's most renowned National Parks on a five-day small group adventure that begins in Los Angeles and ends in Badwater Basin. On this tour, visit Skull Rock, dine at a 1940s movie set, hike to a hidden oasis deep in Joshua Tree National Park, and uncover one of …
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The still water of the Palouse River
$5,268
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Columbia and Snake Rivers: Food, Wine, and History

Fall Season - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Bird
  • Trek up the iconic Beacon Rock
  • Zodiak or kayak the Palouse River
  • Jet boat through Hells Canyon
  • Explore the Lewis & Clark Refuge
Activities:
Biking, Kayaking, River Cruises, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore the Columbia and Snake Rivers on this 8-day river cruise. Discover the history, geology, excellent food and wine, and the sheer beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Travel through the region as early explorers, settlers, and natives by the waterways that stretch far inland from the Pacific …
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Columbia River Gorge
$5,280
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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

Portland - Clarkston - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Song
  • Explore Astoria's Victorian charm
  • Step ashore in Kalama
  • Discover Richland's scenic trails
  • Cruise the legendary Snake River
Starts / Ends:
Portland / Richland
Activities:
River Cruises, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience the 9-day Columbia & Snake Rivers cruise aboard American Song. Encounter the grandeur of Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens. Astoria, the oldest American settlement, offers Victorian charm and Lewis and Clark history. Explore Kalama's Cascade Mountains and Richland's scenic …
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Vicksburg Battlefield overlooking the Mississippi River
$4,530
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Lower Mississippi River Cruise

New Orleans - Memphis - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Heritage
  • Admire the diversity of New Orleans
  • Discover the cultures of the delta
  • Learn the history of Vicksburg
  • Enjoy the music of Memphis
Starts / Ends:
New Orleans / Memphis
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, River Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard the American Heritage from New Orleans to Memphis. Explore New Orleans with its culinary delights, music, and culture. Sail the Mississippi River, visit historic sites, and enjoy onboard entertainment. Explore plantations, museums, swamps, and antebellum homes. …
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Sunken Garden at Butchart Garden, British Columbia
$4,690
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Puget Sound & San Juan Islands Cruise

Roundtrip Seattle - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation
  • Visit Anacortes
  • Traverse the San Juan Islands
  • Visit Butchart Gardens
  • Explore cultural heritage
Starts / Ends:
Seattle / Seattle
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day adventure to Puget Sound and San Juan Islands archipelago. Sail through the crystal-clear waters to charming historic coastal towns like Anacortes and experience a traditional smoked salmon tasting.

Traverse the San Juan Islands, and observe the rich wildlife including whales, …
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Visit Louisiana's capital city of Baton Rouge
$3,475
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Historic Mississippi River Cruise

New Orleans Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Heritage
  • Explore the antebellum of Natchez
  • Visit historic Civil War sites
  • Discover Oak Alley's historic charm
  • Visit charming ports and cities
Starts / Ends:
New Orleans / New Orleans
Activities:
River Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Variable
Board American Heritage for this 8-day cruise along the Mississippi River. Explore unique sites and attractions, admiring the beauty of the world on a roundtrip river cruise from New Orleans. Uncover the history of Oak Alley Plantation, Baton Rouge's dynamic blend of history and modernity, and …
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Hatley Castle, Victoria
$5,730
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Exploring British Columbia and the San Juan Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • Learn the histories of First Nation
  • Search for killer whales
  • Enjoy a private evening event
  • Kayak and hike the wildlife coasts
Starts / Ends:
Seattle / Seattle
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover the powerful wilderness and warm charm of the Pacific Northwest over a wide-ranging week in the San Juan Islands and British Columbia on an 8-day sailing expedition aboard National Geographic Venture. Explore remote islands and sail through channels that teem with sea life and visit …
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Explore beautiful Nashville
$5,190
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Tennessee Rivers Cruise

Chattanooga to Nashville - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Melody
  • Visit Old Decatur Historic District
  • Visit downtown Florence, Alabama
  • Visit Paducah
  • Experience country music scene
Starts / Ends:
Chattanooga / Nashville
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 9-day Tennessee River cruise from Chattanooga to Nashville aboard American Melody. Begin with a relaxing hotel stay in Chattanooga, then cruise through the Appalachian Mountains, enjoying breathtaking landscapes. Explore Decatur's historic charm and Florence's vibrant music …
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Sailing in Boston
$6,640
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Yankee Seaports

Boston - New York - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Glory
  • Visit the Massachusetts Maritime
  • Explore the Mystic Seaport Museum
  • Travel to Old Saybrook
  • Stroll around Sag Harbor
Starts / Ends:
Boston / New York
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day Yankee Seaports cruise, sailing from Boston to New York aboard American Glory. This scenic journey takes you through the best seaport towns of the Northeast and learn about the historic neighborhoods of Boston.

Visit the picturesque coastal town of Plymouth, MA, and experience …
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Third trip we have book with Adventure Life. Like the last two, we have had a quick response to all inquires
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Angela was fantastic! She was thoughtful, helpful, and prompt in her responses without being intrusive. She accommodated our large group and was genuinely excited for us when it all worked out. Can't say enough good things! This is our second trip booking through Adventure Life and we will definitely do it again.
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Jessica was extremely helpful and generous with her time. She was very responsive to our questions and comments and in a very timely fashion. She worked with us in partnership to plan a trip specifically for us and our wants and needs.
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Mary Curry found right trip for my budget and the best date that I liked. She made that reservation when other company's agent could not do it. Thank you so much!
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