Mississippi Natchez Pilgrimage
Experience the magic of the Mississippi on a 7-day journey to the south of Natchez, Jackson, and Memphis! Wander grand antebellum and private mansions, stroll under moss-draped oaks, and soak in sweeping river vistas. Explore the rich musical heritage of the Delta at the BB King Museum and Mississippi Delta Interpretive Center, and reflect on history at Vicksburg National Military Park. Cap your adventure with a scenic river cruise and a lively musical dinner in Memphis.
View Dates & BookMississippi Natchez Pilgrimage
7 Days/6 Nights
Embark on a scenic journey down the mighty Mississippi, traveling from Wisconsin through charming towns and historic landscapes to the heart of the South.
Over seven days, you’ll experience the rich history, culture, and natural beauty of Mississippi and Tennessee, with three nights in the iconic river city of Natchez. Gentle motorcoach travel, guided tours, and curated experiences ensure a comfortable, senior-friendly pace while keeping every day engaging and memorable.
Natchez welcomes you with its moss-draped live oaks, grand antebellum architecture, and stories of riverboats and historic families. Explore the city on a guided tour, then step inside three exclusive private mansions, including Stanton Hall, Longwood, and Rosalie Mansion, each offering beautifully preserved interiors, lush gardens, and fascinating tales of Southern life. Wander along the Natchez Bluff, take in sweeping Mississippi River views, and enjoy leisurely afternoons browsing charming shops and galleries.
A day along the Natchez Trace Parkway connects you with one of America’s most historic and picturesque routes. Towering trees, crisp autumn air, and quiet overlooks offer perfect spots for stretching and photography. En route to Jackson, pause at Vicksburg National Military Park for a guided tour of Civil War battlefields, monuments, and the USS Cairo Museum, where history comes vividly to life. Arriving in Jackson in the late afternoon, enjoy a relaxing dinner and evening at your hotel.
From Jackson, head north to Memphis for a day filled with music and culture. Visit the BB King Museum and the Mississippi Delta Interpretive Center to explore the Delta’s rich musical heritage and cultural history. Stroll along Beale Street or enjoy optional riverfront views and shopping before a festive musical dinner at Lafayette’s Room, where live Memphis music complements classic Southern cuisine, creating an unforgettable finale to your journey.
Your final day is a leisurely ride home, reflecting on three nights in Natchez, scenic drives, historic homes, river vistas, Vicksburg history, and the soulful sounds of Memphis. With storytelling, music, history, and Southern charm woven throughout, this journey blends education, relaxation, and delight into a sensory-friendly adventure that will linger in memory long after the Mississippi has passed by.
Day 1: Sikeston, MO
Your journey begins as you board the motorcoach in Green Bay, greeted by your driver and tour director. Autumn colors stretch across the countryside as you settle in for a comfortable ride south. By evening, arrive in Sikeston, Missouri, and check into the Drury Inn & Suites, where friendly service, cozy rooms, and warm Southern hospitality await. Enjoy a relaxed kickback together and share stories as you prepare for your Mississippi River adventure.
Day 2: Natchez. MS
After breakfast, travel deeper into the South, watching landscapes shift from Midwest farmlands to the lush Mississippi Delta. Arrive in Natchez, where you’ll spend two nights. After checking into your hotel, enjoy a guided city tour of Natchez in the afternoon. Stroll under moss-draped live oaks, admire antebellum homes, and hear stories of riverboats, historic families, and the rich cultural heritage that defines this charming city. Tonight, a welcome dinner introduces Southern flavors, riverfront views, and the warm ambiance of Natchez.
B, DDay 3: Natchez, MS
Step into history with visits to Natchez’s iconic antebellum homes. Tour Stanton Hall, with its marble floors and sweeping staircases, then explore Longwood, the unfinished octagonal mansion whose story sparks conversation and imagination. Enjoy a guided tour of Rosalie Mansion, perched overlooking the Mississippi, where period furnishings and historic tales bring the 1800s to life. After a relaxed lunch on own in the historic district, take a gentle stroll along the Natchez Bluff, breathing in the river breeze and savoring the view of the wide, slow-moving Mississippi. Evening is free for dinner at leisure or quiet exploration.
BDay 4: Natchez, MS
After breakfast, spend the day visiting three private Natchez mansions (access arranged exclusively for your group). Each home offers a unique glimpse into the lives of historic Southern families, with beautifully preserved interiors, lush gardens, and fascinating stories shared by knowledgeable guides. After a relaxed lunch on own in town, enjoy an afternoon at leisure to explore Natchez’s shops, galleries, or riverfront paths. Dinner tonight highlights local cuisine, paired with views of the Mississippi as the sun sets over the city.
B, DDay 5: Jackson, MS
After breakfast, depart Natchez and journey north along the Natchez Trace Parkway, one of America’s most scenic and historic routes. Gentle stops allow for photos, stretching, and enjoying the crisp fall air beneath the golden canopy of autumn leaves. Continue to Vicksburg National Military Park for a guided tour of the Civil War battlefield, monuments, and the USS Cairo Museum. Tonight, enjoy an included meal in Jackson, Mississippi, where you check into your hotel, reflecting on the day’s history and scenic beauty.
B, DDay 6; Memphis, TN
After breakfast, head north by motorcoach and make a stop to visit the BB King Museum and the Mississippi Delta Interpretive Center, exploring the rich musical heritage and cultural history of the Delta region. Continue to Memphis, Tennessee, where you can stroll along Beale Street for some free time for shopping and exploring and lunch.
In the evening, experience a musical dinner at Lafayette’s Room, where live Memphis music accompanies a classic Southern meal, creating an unforgettable finale to your journey. Overnight in Memphis provides a restful conclusion to a day filled with history, culture, and music.
Day 7: Home
After breakfast, board the motorcoach for the journey home. Along the way, reminisce about river cruises, antebellum and private mansions, the Natchez Trace Parkway, Vicksburg, and Memphis music. Arrive back in the Great Lakes region with memories of Southern charm, rich history, and new friendships.
BB=Breakfast, D =Dinner
ALL deposits are due within seven (7) days of reservation by credit card or check. A 3% processing fee applies to all credit card transactions.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ALLENTON | ALLENTON P&R Lot 6689 County Rd W (Hwy 33 at I-41) |
| APPLETON | APPLETON Park & Ride Lot E Evergreen off Ballard- 7 Day |
| BELOIT | BELOIT McDonald's 2881 Milwaukee Rd |
| BLACK RIVER FALLS | BLACK RIVER FALLS Perkins, N6209 Oasis Rd |
| BROOKFIELD | GOERKES CORNERS Park & Ride Lot 400 N Barker Rd P&R 5-day |
| BURLINGTON | BURLINGTON Veterans Terrace, 589 Milwaukee Ave (Hwy 36) |
| CEDAR GROVE | CEDAR GROVE Citgo, 905 Sauk Trail (I-43 Exit 113) |
| COTTAGE GROVE | COTTAGE GROVE 4708 County Hwy TT Sun Prairie, WI |
| DE PERE | DE PERE I-41 Exit 163-Main Ave Hwy G, P&R 7-day |
| DEFOREST | DEFOREST 5012 Elephant Trail, P&R 7-day |
| DELAFIELD | DELAFIELD Nagawaukee P&R Hwy 83 North of I-94 (Exit 287) P&R 2-day |
| DENMARK | DENMARK McDonald's 610 Depere Rd |
| FOND DU LAC | FOND DU LAC Park & Ride Lot - West Rolling Meadows Dr- 7 Day |
| FOND DU LAC (HD) | FOND DU LAC Former Home Depot Parking Lot 844 W Johnson St |
| GERMANTOWN | GERMANTOWN McDonald's N92W17512 County Line Q |
| GREEN BAY HOTEL J | GREEN BAY HOTEL J- **Overnight Room Required** Hotel J 2620 S Packerland Dr |
| GURNEE | GURNEE McDonald's 5555 Grand Ave Hwy 132 E. |
| JANESVILLE | JANESVILLE Kwik Trip Plaza, 3359 Milton Ave |
| JOHNSON CREEK | JOHNSON CREEK 350 N Watertown Rd I-94 Exit Hwy 26, P&R 10-day |
| JUNEAU | JUNEAU Lamers Bus Lines, 548 S Fairfield Ave |
| KENOSHA | KENOSHA McDonald's, 12214 75th St (Hwy 50) |
| LA CROSSE | LA CROSSE Lamers Bus Lines, 326 Sky Harbour Dr |
| LAKE DELTON | LAKE DELTON Home Depot Parking Lot 136 Commerce St |
| LOMIRA | LOMIRA Midwestern Shooters 191 Church St, (S. End of Lot) |
| MADISON | MADISON American Center, 5601 Eastpark Blvd, P&R 7-day |
| MANITOWOC | MANITOWOC P&R Lot 4355 S Frontage Rd. P&R 7-day |
| MENASHA | MENASHA Lamers Bus Lines, 1825 Novak Dr |
| MKE BROWN DEER | BROWN DEER 43 W Brown Deer Rd at I-43, P&R 5-day |
| MKE COLLEGE | COLLEGE P & R SOUTHWEST LOT I-43/I-94/County ZZ SW LOT P&R 5-day |
| MKE GOOD HOPE | GOOD HOPE Good Hope Rd West - I-41, P&R 5-day |
| MKE HALES CORNERS | HALES CORNERS S 108th St (Hwy 100 & I-43), P&R 5-day |
| MKE SOUTH | MKE SOUTH McDonald's, 6262 S 13th St |
| MOUNT PLEASANT | MOUNT PLEASANT McDonald's, 13343 Washington Ave (Hwy 20) |
| NEW LISBON | NEW LISBON McDonald's, 1701 E Bridge St. |
| NEW LONDON | NEW LONDON Wal-Mart, 1717 N Shawano St. (South End of Lot) |
| OCONOMOWOC | OCONOMOWOC I-94 & County Rd P (I-94 Exit 283), P&R 2-day |
| OSHKOSH | OSHKOSH Burger King, 800 S Washburn (I-41 @ 9th Av) |
| PLOVER | PLOVER Fmr. Younkers Lot-SE corner1800 Plover Rd (Hwy B) |
| PORT WASHINGTON | PORT WASHINGTON 150 E. Seven Hills Rd, P&R 2-day |
| PORTAGE | PORTAGE Petro Truck Plz.N5800 Kinney Rd (I-90/94 & Hwy 78) |
| ROCKFORD MACHINE SHED | ROCKFORD MACHINE SHED Machine Shed, 7475 E State St (Business US 20), IL |
| ROTHSCHILD | ROTHSCHILD Lamers Bus Lines, 2415 Trailwood Ln. |
| SHAWANO |
SHAWANO Boarders Inn & Suites, W7393 River Bend Rd. |
| SHEBOYGAN | SHEBOYGAN Meijer 924 N Taylor Dr |
| TOMAH | TOMAH Kwik Trip,310 E McCoy Blvd, Hwy 21/12, (SW corner) |
| WAUPACA | WAUPACA Mobil Travel Ctr, 1222 W Fulton St (Hwys 10 & 54) |
| WAUWATOSA | WATERTOWN PLANK RD Park & Ride 10600 W Watertown Plank Rd, |
| WISCONSIN RAPIDS | WISCONSIN RAPIDS Lamers Bus Lines, 2611 W Grand Ave. |
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