Bahamas Cruise from New Orleans

Day One

Our first day together takes us across the border, with our overnight stay in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Day Two

A scenic drive takes us through the Blue Grass State of Kentucky and into the rolling hills of Tennessee and into Memphis. An optional excursion will be available this evening for a trip to Beale Street, known as the "Birthplace of the Blues."

Day Three

No visit to Memphis is complete without a visit to the former home of its most famous son, Elvis Presley. We pay a visit to Graceland before continuing our scenic ride into Louisiana. We arrive in “The Big Easy”, the city of New Orleans, for an exciting two-night stay. This vibrant city is like no other, with its fascinating French Quarter district, beautiful architecture, historical buildings and, of course, the bustling waterfront.

Day Four

A local guide joins us for a fascinating tour of New Orleans, followed by lunch and an optional visit to Harrah’s Casino, just steps from the French Quarter. Take the rest of the day to soak in this amazing city on your own. You might want to spend some time along the Riverwalk, dine in the French Quarter, visit the incredible National World War II Museum, or do some shopping. Your tour director can help with all the details.

Day Five to Eleven

Relax this morning or do more sightseeing and enjoy the city before we board the ship this afternoon. We begin a relaxing week-long cruise to Bahamas. Ports visited include the pristine private island of Cococay, Bahamas; the lovely port of Nassau, Bahamas; and beautiful and historic Key West, Florida. Whether you choose to explore on your own or book one of Royal Caribbean’s organized shore excursions, you’ll have a wonderful time experiencing these beautiful ports. The Vision of the Seas is a destination in itself. It features incredible formal and casual dining, a wide variety of shows and entertainment, multiple pools, more lounges and bars than you could ever hope to visit, an onboard casino, duty free and specialty shopping, a library, spa, and more. With many onboard activities being offered, you can be as busy as you’d like, but there are also many quiet areas to tuck away to read and relax. Your Great Canadian tour director will be on hand throughout your cruise to help you make the most of your vacation.

Day Twelve

We bid farewell to the Vision of the Seas this morning and meet our coach for the scenic drive through Louisiana to Birmingham, Alabama, where we spend the night.

Day Thirteen

The rolling hills of Tennessee take us into the heart of country music, Nashville. Continuing on, we spend the night in Cincinnati.

Day Fourteen

An enjoyable drive today takes us back into Ontario, with our arrival home scheduled for late afternoon/early evening.