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River islands, bluffs, woods, prairies and river towns flank the edges of the upper Mississippi River with a nostalgic charm worth seeing from the water. Red Wing, Minnesota, known for its pottery, boots and bluffs has long served as a port of call for the great paddle boats that still wheel up the Mississippi River. SIGN UP FOR PROMOTIONS AND UPCOMING EVENTS. About Us; Gaming; Events; Victory Card; Groups; Transportation. We offer all Mississippi river cruises, along with every available discount and deal. Best price and service guaranteed. Powered by Vacations To Go, with over 8 million happy customers since 1984.

River islands, bluffs, woods, prairies and river towns flank the edges of the upper Mississippi River with a nostalgic charm worth seeing from the water. Red Wing, Minnesota, known for its pottery, boots and bluffs has long served as a port of call for the great paddle boats that still wheel up the Mississippi River from New Orleans. Seasonal riverboat cruises, originating in Red Wing or nearby, offer travelers the chance to view eagles, fall foliage and modern locks and dams.

Pearl of the Lake

A replica of the original riverboats that once wheeled up and down the great Mississippi River, the Pearl of the Lake (pearlofthelake.com) is a modern vessel that offers public cruises around Lake Pepin. Known as the largest lake on the Mississippi, Lake Pepin extends 21 miles long and its shores are dotted with communities, including Red Wing. While the Pearl of the Lake cruises up to Red Wing, it originates 17 miles south in Lake City.

Rusty’s River Rides

Captain Rusty Mathiasmeier loved the Mississippi River so much he joined the Merchant Marines when he was only 14 years old and he has been travelling the river ever since. He believes the stretch of river around Red Wing to be the most beautiful, which is why he started his own sightseeing cruises, Rusty’s River Rides (rustysriverrides.com). Originating from the Red Wing Port of Call, this cruise runs mid-April through October and offers binoculars to every adult passenger. You can choose from a 90-minute or 150-minute cruise that begins and ends in Red Wing.

Victory Casino Cruises sails 7 days a week, twice daily. Read on or call 855-GO-VICTORY (855-468-4286)to view exact departure times as well as pricing. Cruise along the scenic Mississippi River on a classic paddlewheeler, as your tour guide highlights current and historical facts about the area and tests your knowledge with trivia along the way. Witness some of the most beautiful views in the Midwest, including native wildlife and steep bluffs on the river.

Spirit of the Water

Just 11 miles north of Red Wing is Treasure Island Resort and Casino, which operates the Spirit of the Water (treasureislandcasino.com). You can enjoy different dining options while cruising past Red Wing in a 120-passenger yacht, such as pizza night or a formal brunch buffet. Summer cruises start in May and end in October, and are typically offered Wednesdays through Sunday. You can enjoy the river sights while cruising in style. Most cruises last a few hours, which is plenty of time to digest your meal.

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Magnolia Blossom Cruises

Originating in St. Paul, Magnolia Blossom Cruises (magnoliablossom.net) offers day-long cruises to the Red Wing area. Reminiscent of an old steamer, this vessel accommodates up to 125 people and specializes in private parties. Like the Spirit of the Water, private or public excursions are built around meals and sightseeing. Often, Magnolia Blossom Cruises offers specialty cruises with a jazz band and has a stereo system and dance floor on the upper deck.

Charters

In addition to public cruises, any of the riverboats that ply the Mississippi in the Red Wing area contract their vessels and services for charter. Charters accommodate small weddings or receptions, corporate parties or team building outings and other group excursions. A riverboat cruise can be more than a scenic affair; it can be the backdrop to business or pleasure. Like public cruises, charters are seasonally available in the Red Wing area, typically between mid-April through October. Most of the cruises can provide catering.

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Explore America's true historic treasures on a cruise of the Mississippi River and its tributaries. This 2,320-mile waterway flows through 10 states, from northern Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico. Its name comes from the Ojibwe word Misi-ziibi, meaning 'Great River.'

The Mississippi led explorers to new lands, and it served as an important lifeline for the transport of people and goods to the towns that rapidly grew along its banks. Centers of commerce and culture flourished along its main route and tributaries. Cities like St. Louis, Memphis, Vicksburg and New Orleans owe their existence to the Mississippi.

Step back to a time when life moved a little slower and riverboats slowly churned the waters. See Civil War battlefields, restored plantations, rolling farmland and picturesque riverfront towns filled with Victorian-era architecture. The region has a rich musical legacy as the birthplace of the blues, jazz and country music. It's been celebrated in literature, too, most notably by Mark Twain, who grew up in the port town of Hannibal, MO.

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