8 nights · Tennessee · River cruise · Departs Memphis TN (Tennessee) · Visiting Paducah KY, Dover TN, Clarksville TN, Nashville TN · Aboard American Cruise Lines on the ACL American Symphony
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This river cruise sails the Mississippi and Ohio, departing Memphis TN.
| Cruise line | American Cruise Lines |
|---|---|
| Ship | ACL American Symphony |
| Duration | 8 nights |
| Port calls | 5 |
| From fare | $5,275 per person |
| Year built | 2022 |
| Guests | 175 |
| Cabins | 91 |
| Crew | 43 |
| Length | 82 m |
| Beam | 17 m |
| Cruising speed | 12.0 kn |
Memphis sits on the Mississippi, where river commerce and music shaped a distinctly American city. At the National Civil Rights Museum, exhibits trace the struggle for equality inside and beyond the Lorraine Motel. Beale Street keeps the blues close, while Graceland offers an intimate look at Elvis Presley’s life and legacy. Allow time for both: Memphis is best understood through its music, its history, and its riverfront.
Paducah sits at the meeting of the Ohio and Tennessee rivers, with a riverfront that shaped its fortunes. Downtown, 50 floodwall murals trace the city’s history across nearly a mile of concrete. The National Quilt Museum celebrates the craft behind Paducah’s UNESCO designation as a Creative City of Crafts and Folk Art. Brick streets, galleries and restored 19th-century buildings make the compact center rewarding to explore on foot.
Dover, Delaware’s compact capital offers a clear window onto America’s early history. Begin at The Green, a historic square framed by the Old State House and handsome 18th-century buildings. Nearby, First State Heritage Park connects museums and landmarks across downtown. For a change of scale, the Air Mobility Command Museum displays military aircraft at Dover Air Force Base. Check visitor requirements before you go.
Clarksville brings Tennessee’s river history into easy reach, with a walkable downtown beside the Cumberland River. Founded in 1784, the city grew through tobacco and river trade. Explore that story at the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center, where exhibits span art and regional history. At Fort Defiance Civil War Park, earthworks overlook the meeting of the Cumberland and Red rivers. It’s a rewarding stop for history and riverside views.
Set on the Cumberland River, Nashville pairs country music with serious history and a confident Southern spirit. Hear live musicians in intimate rooms, then visit the Country Music Hall of Fame or the Ryman Auditorium. Beyond the stage, explore Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, browse independent shops and sample hot chicken, a local specialty. Museums, historic neighborhoods and a lively dining scene give the city plenty to explore between performances. Take time by the riverfront for a quieter view of Nashville.
Published August 4, 2026
Last updated October 11, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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