American Cruise Line

American Constellation

Uniquely designed to navigate the inland waterways of the Pacific Northwest, American Constellation brings guests to beautiful ports larger ships can't access.

With just 170 onboard guests, the well-appointed vessel offers the most personalized exploration of the region available. Relax in the largest staterooms in the industry, featuring all the amenities of a modern hotel, including private balconies, spacious closets, and full-sized bathrooms. Enjoy the company of fellow travelers as you dine in the elegant restaurant on the Main Deck, savoring local flavors masterfully prepared by our team of chefs.

Be treated to a daily cocktail hour in the Sky Lounge and listen to the music of local performers in the Cascade Lounge every evening. Spend time on the sun deck admiring the breathtaking views or practicing your putting on the green. 

American Constitution

Designed with elegance in mind, American Constitution carries a capacity of just 170 guests and is uniquely designed to navigate the inland coastal waterways of the East Coast.

In the intimate atmosphere on board, guests will find the largest staterooms in the industry with private balconies that offer incredible views of the beautiful passing scenery. Join fellow guests in the Chesapeake Lounge, located on the 3rd deck, for daily activities and evening entertainment. Small midship lounges are perfect for reading a good book, putting together a puzzle, or playing a card game.

If you’re interested in getting some exercise, the fitness center is located on the 5th deck. There is also a putting green on the sun deck offering great views and plenty of lounge chairs in which to relax. The elegant restaurant on the Main Deck is a wonderful place to share the delicious cuisine of the region, after a day of exploration.

American Encore

Experience the ultimate way to cruise the Columbia & Snake River aboard American Encore, the latest in our groundbreaking series of contemporary American riverboats. These are the first modern riverboats ever in the United States, introducing numerous pioneering innovations to America's waterways.

Designed to accommodate just 180 guests, American Encore embodies the expectations of today's traveler with its modern amenities and updated décor. Its expansive lounges showcase large glass windows that provide breathtaking views of the passing river landscapes and provide the perfect place to unwind after your day's adventures. Serving as the vibrant heart of the ship is a multi-story glass-enclosed atrium, crowned by a large domed skylight. Also featured is an elegant restaurant, outdoor café, and fitness center.

American Encore introduces our newest class of stateroom, the Signature Suite, the largest ever in our fleet. This elegant accommodation redefines onboard comfort and style, offering unparalleled space and amenities for an unforgettable journey. Discover a new standard for river cruising with our Signature staterooms, designed to exceed your expectations and make your travels truly extraordinary.

American Independence

The 90 guest American Independence offers a comfortable exploration along the East Coast of the U.S. Its small size allows for travel through the many narrow rivers and shallow bays of the Eastern Seaboard. The 2010 built ship has all the comforts of home and a casual atmosphere on board. Spacious lounges are gathering points for cocktails, entertainment, or an afternoon lecture with panoramic views of the passing scenery, and the dining room offers a scrumptious regional menu that changes daily. Fellow travelers become fast friends as we explore U.S. rivers and waterways on American Independence.

Staterooms follow the ship’s congenial nature. With lightly colored interior décor and a generous amount of space, each room is a comfortable sanctuary. Standard rooms begin at over 250 square feet. Second and third deck rooms feature a private balcony, while suites offer unprecedented space for this class of ship.

American Independence is stabilized and also features a sun deck, putting green, and library. The ship is 226 feet long and was built by Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, MD.

American Eagle

At a capacity of just 100 guests, American Eagle offers the best qualities of expedition adventure cruising with the refinement, luxury, stability, and land proximity of river cruising. The design of the ship allows rare access into small ports and ability to travel on almost any river or waterway in the U.S. With land never out of sight, American Eagle is a practical alternative to ocean expeditions, allowing for more time to explore each port in depth.

Relax in one of the spacious staterooms and enjoy the scenic views from your private balcony. Or sit at one of the observation areas and admire the splendid vistas with fellow travelers. A sophisticated aesthetic tailors an onboard atmosphere for American Eagle that evokes a sense of pride and appreciation for U.S. history. The choice of color palettes, furnishings, and artwork will reflect the culture of the New England, Chesapeake Bay, and the Southeast.

American Glory

American Glory blends the best qualities of expedition adventure cruising with the refinement, luxury, stability, and land proximity of river cruising. Observation and sitting areas available at the bow, while a unique Swim/Activity Platform at the stern of the ship features a tender for local exploration. The shallow draft of the vessels allows rare access into small ports and ability to travel on almost any river or waterway.

Aboard American Glory, land is never out of sight, allowing guests even more time to explore each port. The modern interior offers an unprecedented level of comfort and elegance and evokes a sense of pride and appreciation for U.S. history. The choice of color palettes, furnishings, and artwork envelops guests in a serene and relaxing atmosphere. As you cruise, relax in your luxurious staterooms and enjoy a front row seat to the beautiful passing scenery.

American Harmony

The American River Cruise revolution continues with American Harmony, the second in American Cruise Lines’ highly anticipated series of contemporary, American riverboats. These, the first contemporary riverboats ever in the U.S., have introduced many pioneering innovations to America’s waters.

With a capacity of just 180 guests, American Harmony has the modern amenities and updated styling that today’s traveler has come to expect. Featured are expansive lounges with large glass windows, offering astounding views. This new ship also features a five-story, glass-enclosed atrium with a large domed skylight, which serves as the central gathering point for the entire ship.

Our new suite design allows for unprecedented comfort while traveling, beginning with the our Owner's Suites featuring 645 square feet of private space. These spacious suites include two glass walls and a wraparound private balcony. Complimentary room service during select mealtimes is available for every stateroom, but the Grand Suites offer ample space to host small cocktail parties or private dinner events.

American Heritage

From the staterooms and suites to the lounges and dining rooms, the modern American Heritage features a serene color palette, luxurious textiles and linens, comfortable furniture, and sophisticated artwork and flourishes, celebrating the Mighty Mississippi River.

Relax in the Paddlewheel Lounge on the 2nd deck and share the day’s adventures with fellow travelers. Our midship lounges offer the perfect place to read a book or play a card game. If you are in the mood for a workout, visit the Fitness Center on the 4th deck to use the elliptical or exercise bikes.

Enjoy an evening cocktail party, before being treated to the finest locally sourced and regionally inspired cuisine in our comfortable restaurant. In the evening, listen to a performance by local musicians in the River Lounge.

American Jazz

Like her sister ships, American Jazz has the contemporary styling and modern amenities that make river cruising more attractive and comfortable than ever before. Featured is a gorgeous five-story glass atrium, private balconies in all of its spacious staterooms, and spectacular views from everywhere on the ship. American Jazz also features the same advanced opening bow and retractable gangway seen on all our American Riverboats.

Ranging from 250 to 650 square feet, the staterooms aboard American Jazz are the finest on any cruise ship. Guests enjoy ample living space, full-size bathrooms, plush seating, and the ideal place to unwind after an enriching day of discovery. 

American Patriot

American Patriot offers an intimate and luxurious cruising experience, catering to just 125 guests with a focus on comfort, elegance, and coastal exploration. The interior design of the ship features a serene color palette, creating a tranquil ambiance throughout. Guests can unwind in spacious staterooms, each equipped with a private balcony for enjoying scenic views of the New England Coast. Or socialize in the Sky Lounge, where camaraderie and breathtaking vistas abound.

For those seeking activity, the top deck boasts a Skywalk and a fitness room is located on the 4th deck, providing opportunities for exercise and enjoyment. Casual dining is available at the popular Café on the sun deck, offering a relaxed option for meals against a beautiful backdrop. In the evenings, reconvene in the elegant dining room to share the day's adventures over exquisite cuisine. With its emphasis on luxury, comfort, and exploration, American Patriot promises an unforgettable journey along the New England Coast.

American Pride

Explore the Columbia & Snake Rivers aboard the classic paddlewheeler American Pride. With only 180 onboard guests, this ship offers the highest level of personalized service and gracious hospitality.

From the staterooms and suites to the lounges and dining rooms, American Pride features a serene color palette, luxurious textiles and linens, comfortable furniture, and sophisticated artwork and flourishes. The well-appointed American Pride décor features Western and Native American inspired themes, including influences from the region’s celebrated Lewis and Clark Expedition.

Relax in your spacious stateroom with all the comforts of home and admire the breathtaking Pacific Northwest landscapes from your private balcony. Enjoy a daily cocktail hour and evening entertainment in the well-appointed River Lounge. Sit down for an exquisite meal in our elegant restaurant and enjoy the creations of our talented team of master chefs.

Our variety of mid-ship lounges offer the perfect opportunity for reading and reflection. The sun deck is the perfect vantage point to sip a cocktail as you admire the astounding views that stretch out before you.

American Spirit

The 90 guest American Spirit offers a comfortable exploration along Puget Sound & the San Juan Islands. Its small size allows for travel through the many narrow rivers and shallow bays of the Pacific Northwest. Built in 2005, the ship has all the comforts of home and a casual atmosphere on board. Spacious lounges are gathering points for cocktails, entertainment, or an afternoon lecture with panoramic views of the passing scenery, and the dining room offers a scrumptious regional menu that changes daily. Fellow travelers become fast friends as we explore U.S. rivers and waterways on American Spirit.

Staterooms follow the ship’s congenial nature. With lightly colored interior décor and a generous amount of space, each room is a comfortable sanctuary. Standard rooms begin at over 250 square feet. Second and third deck rooms feature a private balcony, while suites offer unprecedented space for this class of ship.

American Spirit is stabilized and also features a sun deck, putting green, and library. The ship is 220 feet long and was built by Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, MD.

American Splendor

American Splendor allows guests to experience the nostalgia of classic paddlewheeler travel, while enjoying perfect comfort and the most modern amenities.

The world's newest paddlewheeler, American Splendor features serene color palettes, luxurious textiles and linens, comfortable furniture throughout, and sophisticated artwork and flourishes. From the staterooms and suites to the lounges and dining rooms, the décor pays homage to the legendary Mississippi River..

On board, guests can relax in the casual ambiance, while admiring panoramic views of the passing scenery, from their stateroom private balcony, one of the spacious lounges, or in the elegant restaurant. Our midship lounges offer the perfect place to read a book or complete a puzzle. The Fitness Center on the 4th deck features an elliptical and exercise bikes for some added exercise.

With only 180 guests, fellow travelers will quickly become new friends sharing experiences at the evening cocktail hour or while conversing on the sun deck. After dinner, enjoy a cocktail and musical performance in the River Lounge.

American Symphony

The 180-passenger American Symphony introduces an updated modern interior design, integrating an elegant and refined aesthetic with our tradition for the spacious comfort found aboard all of our ships. Drawing inspiration from the geography across America, the new interior design highlights natural textural elements and serene colour palettes.

American Symphony also showcases panoramic views throughout, including an impressive four-story glass atrium in the centre of the ship. Ranging from 250 to 650 square feet, all of the spacious staterooms offer full-size bathrooms, roomy closets, and private balconies where you can enjoy daily breakfast room service. The new ship also features an on board fitness centre and many spacious lounges where you can relax after the day’s adventures.  

American West

A veteran of the Columbia and Snake Rivers, American West allows our guests to experience the nostalgia of classic paddlewheeler travel, while enjoying perfect comfort and the most modern amenities.

The new paddlewheeler, American West, features a serene color palette, luxurious textiles and linens, comfortable furniture, and sophisticated artwork and flourishes. From the staterooms and suites to the lounges and dining rooms, the décor pays homage to the legendary Columbia & Snake Rivers.

Featured are well-appointed staterooms with private balconies offering unobstructed views of the beautiful Pacific Northwest landscapes. In the elegant restaurant, be treated to menus tailored specifically to the region by our master chefs.

Spend time on the sun deck basking in breathtaking views or practicing your putting on the green. Relax in one of the ship’s spacious lounges with fellow guests and enjoy a nightly cocktail party with live musical performances. 

American Legend

The fourth in our series of Coastal Cats, American Legend, continues to provide guests with the perfect blend of adventure and comfort.

Like her sister ships, American Legend can travel on almost any river or waterway in the U.S., with rare access into small ports. The interior features modern décor and spacious staterooms, many with private balconies, as well as an elegant restaurant, multiple lounges, a fitness center, and an outdoor cafe.

After a day of exploration, relax on your private balcony and savor the view. Or sit at one of the observation areas at the bow and admire the splendid vistas with fellow travelers. 

American Liberty

At a capacity of just 100 guests, American Liberty offers the best qualities of expedition adventure cruising with the refinement, luxury, stability, and land proximity of river cruising. The design of the ship allows rare access into small ports and ability to travel on almost any river or waterway in the U.S. With land never out of sight, American Liberty is a practical alternative to ocean expeditions, allowing for more time to explore each port in depth.

Relax in one of the spacious staterooms and enjoy the scenic views from your private balcony. Or sit at one of the observation areas and admire the splendid vistas with fellow travelers. A sophisticated aesthetic tailors an onboard atmosphere for American Liberty that evokes a sense of pride and appreciation for U.S. history. The choice of color palettes, furnishings, and artwork will reflect the culture of the New England, Chesapeake Bay, and the Southeast.

American Melody

The Future of American River Cruising™ continues with American Melody, the 4th in our American riverboat series. American Melody showcases a whole new aesthetic, with an updated interior design, bringing us to the next level of modern sophistication.

Specifically designed to navigate the Mississippi River, American Melody features panoramic views throughout, including an impressive four-story glass atrium in the center of the ship. Ranging from 250 to 650 square feet, all of the spacious staterooms feature full-size bathrooms, roomy closets, and private balconies. American Melody also offers the Ellipse Café for casual dining, an option that has been very popular with our guests.

The new ship also features many spacious lounges, where you can share the day’s adventures with fellow guests, as well as an onboard fitness center. At the end of each incredible day, unwind in your luxurious Grand Suite or Veranda Suite and enjoy “suite treats” which have been delivered to your stateroom, such as mini cheesecakes or chocolate-covered strawberries. 

American Pioneer

Experience our brand new American Pioneer, tailored for intimate cruising along the Florida Coast, accommodating just 125 guests. Immerse yourself in comfort and elegance as you traverse the serene waters. Delight in spacious staterooms adorned with private balconies, offering unparalleled views. Relax in the Sky Lounge, where camaraderie meets breathtaking vistas.

Indulge in casual dining at the sun deck Café, or savor exquisite cuisine in the elegant dining room. Stay active with a Skywalk and fitness room, promising both exercise and enjoyment. With its focus on luxury, comfort, and coastal exploration, American Patriot guarantees an unforgettable journey.

American Serenade

We are proud to announce American Serenade won Cruise Critic’s 2023 Editors’ Picks Award for Best New River Cruise Ship of the Year, the first time an American ship has received this prestigious award.

According to Cruise Critic, “With extra-large staterooms and suites, trendy interior décor, an innovative hydraulic bow and retractable ramp, and one of the most gorgeous sun decks we’ve seen on a river-going ship, American Serenade sets the bar for domestic U.S. river cruising high.”

Like her sister ship American Symphony, the 180-passenger American Serenade introduces an updated modern interior design, integrating an elegant and refined aesthetic with our tradition for the spacious comfort found aboard all of our ships. Drawing inspiration from the geography across America, the new interior design highlights natural textural elements and serene color palettes.

American Serenade also showcases panoramic views throughout, including an impressive four-story glass atrium in the center of the ship. Ranging from 250 to 650 square feet, all of the spacious staterooms offer full-size bathrooms, roomy closets, and private balconies. The new ship also features an on board fitness center and many spacious lounges where you can relax after the day’s adventures. 

American Song

The American River Cruise Revolution is here with American Song, the flagship in the new series of contemporary riverboats from American Cruise Lines. As the first of its kind ever in the U.S., American Song introduces many pioneering innovations to America’s waters.

With a capacity of just 180 guests, this new ship has the modern design features and contemporary styling that today’s traveler has come to expect. Featured are lounges soaring 40 feet above the water with triple the glass of other riverboats, offering astounding views. American Song also showcases a four-story glass-enclosed atrium with a large domed skylight, which serves as the central gathering point for the entire ship.

Our new suite design allows for unprecedented comfort while traveling, beginning with our Owner's Suite, featuring 600 square feet of private space. These spacious suites include two glass walls and a wraparound private balcony. Complimentary room service during select mealtimes is available for every stateroom, but the Grand Suites offer ample space to host small cocktail parties or private dinner events.

American Star

The 90 guest American Star features a friendly and accommodating atmosphere, a hallmark of American Cruise Lines. Its small size allows for travel through the many narrow rivers and shallow bays of the Eastern Seaboard. The 2007 built ship has all the comforts of home and a casual ambiance on board. Spacious lounges are gathering points for cocktails, entertainment, or an afternoon lecture with panoramic views of the passing scenery, and the dining room offers a scrumptious regional menu that changes daily. Fellow travelers become fast friends as we explore U.S. rivers and waterways on American Star.

Staterooms follow the ship’s congenial nature. With lightly colored interior décor and a generous amount of space, each room is a comfortable sanctuary. Standard rooms begin at over 250 square feet. Second and third deck rooms feature a private balcony, while suites offer unprecedented space for this class of ship.

American Star is stabilized and also features a sun deck and library. The ship is 220 feet long and was built by Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, MD.