RiverBarge Excursion Lines, Inc. is pleased to offer these special Rare on the River Excursions that feature unique opportunities for adventure as we go Barging Through America®.
See our schedule for the dates of the special excursions.
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Christmas Bonfires on the Levee
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Make this Christmas your most memorable family holiday ever. See visions of sugarplums and the centuries old Christmas Eve tradition of lighting bonfires on the levee of the Mississippi River. Thousands of children line the levees as their parents' light huge bonfires that guide the way for Le Pere Noel (Father Christmas). Have Christmas dinner on the R/B River Explorer and enjoy the holiday, New Orleans style.
Dec. 19-27, 2008
Dec. 19-27, 2009 |
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New Year's in New Orleans
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Celebrate the New Year in New Orleans safely and in style when we dock in the Crescent City for 3 nights. Enjoy an open bar throughout this excursion. On New Year’s Eve, the Champagne will be flowing as we witness the incredible fireworks show on the Mississippi River from the best seat in the city, the R/B River Explorer.
Dec. 30, 2008 - Jan. 2, 2009
Dec. 30, 2009 - Jan. 2, 2010 |
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Mouth of the Mississippi
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See Mile Zero at the Head of Passes and the place where the mighty Mississippi opens wide. Visit historic Fort Jackson, La., a sentinel that has stood watch over the area since 1832. We'll share the story of Pilottown, La., a historic location where the exchange of duties from one pilot group to the other takes place. Relax and enjoy this very rare river adventure.
May 5-15, 2009 |
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Barge and Buggies
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Barge on beautiful Ohio River and enjoy a buggy ride through Amish country. Get an insider's look at the world of the Amish. Learn about their unique customs and beliefs on this guided tour through the back roads of Amish country including visits to a winery and more.
Jul. 30 - Aug. 6, 2009 |
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Rivers to Rails
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Two great ways to travel, two important roles in American history. Explore the history of river and rail travel and how the marriage of the two connected the eastern seaboard with the west, allowing goods to be transported across great distances for the first time. Come along with us for some very scenic barging on the Ohio River. We'll hop aboard an operating railroad museum and take a scenic ride. You'll have barge loads and train loads of fun!
Sep. 3-10, 2009 |
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Fall Foliage and Fillies
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Visit Keeneland Race Course in the heart of Kentucky horse country. See some of the greatest thoroughbreds of all time. Hobnob with big time owners and breeders as you watch the ponies run. Experience the beautiful scenery along the Ohio River as it changes color at the peak of fall.
Oct. 20-27, 2009
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