The Spirit of Peoria paddlewheel boat offers two and three day river cruises on the Illinois River. Passengers enjoy the natural beauty of the river, onboard entertainment, and delicious dining with fresh local produce when available.
Spirit of Peoria cruises are one night and two day cruises, two nights and three day cruises, and 4 night and 5 day cruises.
Cruises are on the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers. Days are spent cruising and evenings are spent in lodges along the river.
The one night and two day river cruises depart from Peoria, IL and cruise to Starved Rock Park on the Illinois River. Passengers overnight at the Starved Rock Lodge and return to Peoria on day two. Dining is on the boat.
The two night and three day cruises depart Peoria, IL and cruise to St. Louis, MO, stopping at a small towns along the river. On day one, passengers stay overnight in Jacksonville, IL at the Econolodge. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are onboard the paddlewheel boat. On day two, the overnight is at Pere Marquette Lodge in the Pere Marquette State Park. Breakfast and lunch are on the boat. Dinner is at the lodge. On day three, The Spirit of Peoria cruises into St. Louis at 2 PM, docking near the Arch. Passengers have two hours of free time to visit the Arch. At 4 PM, the motor coach departs for Peoria. Breakfast and lunch are on the boat. The evening meal is not provided on day 3.
1 Night / 2 Day Cruises: Peoria - Starved Rock
$400 Single
$350 Per Person Double Occupancy
$330 Per Person Triple Occupancy
$310 Per Person Quad Occupancy
2012 Dates
June 4
July 9
July 30 (Ragtime on the River)
August 6
August 20
September 6
October 15, 18, 22
2 Night / 3 Day Cruises: Peoria - Starved Rock
$695 Single
$550 Per Person Double Occupancy
$530 Per Person Triple Occupancy
$510Per Person Quad Occupancy
2012 Dates
June 11
September 10
2 Night / 3 Day Cruises: Peoria - St. Louis
$695 Single
$550 Per Person Double Occupancy
$530 Per Person Triple Occupancy
$510 Per Person Quad Occupancy
2012 Dates
May 19
June 23
August 25
September 22
October 6
4 Night / 5 Day Cruises:
Peoria - St. Louis - Florence
$1195 Single
$950Per Person Double Occupancy
$920 Per Person Triple Occupancy
$900Per Person Quad Occupancy
2012 Dates
June 23
Riverboat pricing includes:
All Taxes and gratuities
All meals and snacks featuring:
Signature entrees such as chef carved prime rib
Gourmet cheeses accompanied with a glass of wine
Unlimited soft drinks, coffee, and tea aboard the cruise
Old-fashioned entertainment featuring:
- Professional Storytelling
- World-class ragtime piano
- There are four shows a day plus a variety of other entertainment venues.
- Hiking with guides. See animals, birds, and fish
- •All-inclusive ticket pricing
- •Sumptuous Meals including prime rib dinner
- •Professional riverlore / storytelling
- •Old-fashioned hospitality
- •Unlimited complimentary drinks
- •Round-trip transportation
Lodging at Starved Rock Lodge For Two and Three Day Trips
Baggage handling
Friendliest crew on the river
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel more than 45 days prior to the date of your trip you will receive a full refund. If you cancel between 22 to 44 days of your trip you will receive a 50% refund. If you cancel within 21 days of your trip you will receive no refund.
Please ask about trip insurance! Allows you to cancel up to the day prior to departure with no penalty.