Civil War History

Revisit one of the most tumultuous times in American history with a Civil War-themed tour or river cruise. Historians and entertaining reenactors bring the past to life, and sightseeing on these trips is designed to increase understanding of this turning point in U.S. history. Highlights might include visits to major Civil War sites such as Vicksburg and Chattanooga, as well as a trip to Shiloh National Military Park that includes interactive exhibits.

Activities and entertainment tailored to Civil War history are included in the price of your trip, as well as accommodations, many meals and transportation.

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Receive free onboard credits of up to $350 per stateroom on select sailings with American Queen Steamboat Company. Click here for eligible departures.

Receive free airfare from select cities on certain Travel Dynamics sailings. Click here for eligible departures.

Save $200 to $500 per person off the single supplement price of select Tauck trips. Click here for eligible departures.

Military members save $50 off the land price of select Cosmos vacations when you book by December 31, 2013. Click here for eligible departures.

Military members save $50 to $100 off the cruise/land price of select Globus itineraries when you book by December 31, 2013. Click here for eligible departures.

Enjoy two free hotel nights before your cruise when you book select 2013 American Queen Steamboat Company sailings 60 days before the departure. Click here for eligible departures.

Globus Journeys Club members save 5% off the land price. Click here for eligible departures.

Enjoy free shore excursions on every sailing with American Queen Steamboat Company. Click here for eligible departures.

Trips are rated according to the quality of accommodations, the number of included amenities and activities, and the level of service delivered. The vacations below are categorized according to the industry rating scale (budget, first class and deluxe). Click any vacation name for the itinerary, dates and prices.

Vacation Name Days Starts In Ends In Travel Style Company Quality*

Civil War History - U.S. (Continental)

The Tauck Civil War Event 2013	5	Washington, D.C.	Washington, D.C.	Escorted	Tauck	Dates and Prices

American Civil War Cruise 2013	8	Memphis,TN	New Orleans, LA	River Cruise	ACL	Dates and Prices

America's Historic East with Civil War Anniversary 2013	9	Washington, D.C.	Philadelphia, PA	Escorted	Globus	Dates and Prices

Civil War 2013	9	Memphis,TN	Chattanooga, TN	River Cruise	Steamboat	Dates and Prices

Shores of History: Exploring Landmark Cities, Stately Homes & Civil War Sites 2013	10	Washington, D.C.	Charleston, SC	Expedition	TDI	Dates and Prices


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* Key to Quality Ratings
These vacations are classified according to the quality of accommodations, the number of included amenities and activities, and the level of service delivered.

= Budget vacations that typically range from $50 to $200 per person, per day, plus airfare.
= First class vacations that typically range from $80 to $350 per person, per day, plus airfare.
= Deluxe vacations that typically range from $200 to $650 per person, per day, plus airfare.

** The prices shown are U.S. dollars per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability. Prices quoted for land/cruise arrangements are subject to increase without notice. Once we have received your deposit, land/cruise prices are guaranteed. Air prices quoted via phone or email are subject to increase and are guaranteed only from the time that full payment is received. Also, air prices or air promotions mentioned on this site or on the phone do not include baggage fees imposed by airlines.

Book Now and Save on These Trips!
	Receive free onboard credits of up to $350 per stateroom on select sailings with American Queen Steamboat Company. Click here for eligible departures. Receive free airfare from select cities on certain Travel Dynamics sailings. Click here for eligible departures. Save $200 to $500 per person off the single supplement price of select Tauck trips. Click here for eligible departures. Military members save $50 off the land price of select Cosmos vacations when you book by December 31, 2013. Click here for eligible departures. Military members save $50 to $100 off the cruise/land price of select Globus itineraries when you book by December 31, 2013. Click here for eligible departures. Enjoy two free hotel nights before your cruise when you book select 2013 American Queen Steamboat Company sailings 60 days before the departure. Click here for eligible departures. Globus Journeys Club members save 5% off the land price. Click here for eligible departures. Enjoy free shore excursions on every sailing with American Queen Steamboat Company. Click here for eligible departures.

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Civil War History