un dia / 476 milles / 15 hores 52 minuts
Beautiful bluffs tower over the byway as permanent sentinels for the great river. Whether directly along the banks of the river or winding through the vast flood plain, Illinois presents its own flavor of the mighty Mississippi through its wildlife, farmland products, and four centuries of history and heritage.
Dia 1
9:00 - 258.6 milles / 8 hores 37 minuts - 17:37
Named for President John Quincy Adams, Quincy was settled in 1822. Many German immigrants later came to help the community grow and prosper. Quincy played a part on the Undergroud Railroad during pre-Civil War years. As a port for business and commerce, Quincy was on the Mississippi river and an obvious stop. With three historical districts, Quincy is now a main stop on the river for other reasons. Visitors to Quincy will enjoy it's tree lined streets and parks overlooking the river. National Geographic has named Quincy as the most architecturally significant corner in the country. From classic villas to a Moorish castle, Quincy is architecturally diverse.
17:37 - 217.6 milles / 7 hores 15 minuts - 13:52