Cruise Details
Peoria to St. Louis Excursion
3-day, 2-night
Cruise from Peoria, IL to St. Louis, MO on this relaxing three-day, two-night trip. Trip includes all-you-can-eat buffet meals—including the chef’s prime rib dinner—and live entertainment, such as live singing, guitar, banjo, and ragtime piano, storytelling, calliope playing, historical information, and wildlife sightings. Lodging is provided at various points along the river. Experience the slower pace of life with three peaceful days of cruising the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers!
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2017 Prices
| Age Group | Price |
|---|---|
| Group Leader | FREE! |
| Adult (single) | $715.00 / person |
| Adult (double) | $590.00 / person |
| Adult (triple) | $560.00 / person |
| Adult (quad) | $530.00 / person |
| Child (4 through 15) | $275.00 / person |
| Infant | FREE! |
| Trip Insurance | $55.00 / person |
Prices are all-inclusive!
Prices are subject to change.
2017 Dates
Dates and times are subject to change.
Included (3-day, 2-night)
- Abraham Lincoln Hotel (first night) in Springfield, IL
- Père Marquette Lodge (second night) in Grafton, IL
Additional Options
Driving in from out of town? Try one of these hotels for your night before the trip starts (reservations and fees not included in trip price)! Each is located within 5 blocks of the Spirit of Peoria and offers complimentary shuttle services.
- Mark Twain Hotel (boutique hotel)
866-325-6351 - Hotel Pere Marquette
309-637-6500
Peoria to Starved Rock Excursion
2-day, 1-night
This wonderful overnight trip includes two relaxing days of cruising down the river. All-you-can-eat buffet meals—including the chef’s prime rib dinner—are served throughout the day. Entertainment includes live singing, guitar, banjo, and ragtime piano, storytelling, historical information at various spots, wildlife sightings, a tour of Starved Rock, and even a visit from Mark Twain! Lodging provided by the Starved Rock Lodge. Enjoy the slower pace of life on this unique paddleboat!
Peoria to Starved Rock Excursion
3-day, 2-night
This three-day, two-night trip includes relaxing days of cruising down the river, all-you-can-eat buffet meals—including the chef’s prime rib dinner—and more. Entertainment includes live singing, guitar, banjo, and ragtime piano, storytelling, historical information at various spots, wildlife sightings, a tour of Starved Rock, and even a visit from Mark Twain! Lodging provided by the Starved Rock Lodge. Enjoy the slower pace of life on this unique paddleboat!
Peoria to St. Louis 5-day Excursion
5-day, 4-night
Cruise from Peoria, IL to St. Louis, MO, and then back to Florence, IL on this relaxing five-day, four-night trip. Trip includes all-you-can-eat buffet meals—including the chef’s prime rib dinner—and live entertainment, such as live singing, guitar, banjo, and ragtime piano, storytelling, calliope playing, historical information, and wildlife sightings. Lodging is provided at various points along the river. Experience the slower pace of life with five peaceful days of cruising the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers!
Peoria to Hannibal Excursion
5-day, 4-night
Do we have an adventure for you!!! This five day trip takes you from Peoria, IL to the riverfront town of Hannibal, MO. Best known for being the boyhood home of author Mark Twain. Included with the cruise are meals, entertainment and some shore excursions.