Small Ship Cruising Done Perfectly
#1 In Travel Awards – Year after year, American Cruise Lines is proud to be the most awarded U.S. cruise line.
#1 In Number of Ships – American Cruise Lines are America’s largest cruise line with 17 ships operating solely in the United States.
#1 In Itinerary Options – We have more than 50 itineraries visiting 35 states, more than all our competitors put together. We even have a few guests that have done them all!
#1 In Enriching Experiences – Each cruise is a melody of enriching experiences that culminates in one seamless package. On board and ashore we offer a robust enrichment package that tells the story of the destinations we visit.
#1 In America – American Cruise Lines are the only 100% American owned and operated cruise line. All ships are built in the USA, flagged in the USA, and crewed by Americans.
#1 In Enriching Experiences – Each cruise is a melody of enriching experiences that culminates in one seamless package. On board and ashore we offer a robust enrichment package that tells the story of the destinations we visit.
American Cruise Lines cutting-edge vessels that exemplify top-tier maritime engineering, opulent relaxation, and the utmost in river cruising convenience. Our lineup of American riverboats, paddlewheelers, and compact cruise ships features the latest in amenities, advanced navigation systems, and top-notch safety equipment.
Embarking on a voyage aboard our world-class ships means indulging in plush lounges and expansive observation decks, offering the perfect setting for travelers to unwind and engage with like-minded enthusiasts of American heritage. Encased in glass, the dining salons afford sweeping, unobstructed vistas of the breathtaking scenery that graces every journey with American Cruise Lines.
Our roomy staterooms stand as the most spacious within the realm of small cruise ships. These hotel-style accommodations boast generous picture windows that bathe the rooms in natural light, capacious bathrooms, and many even include private, furnished balconies. Whether your travels lead to charming small towns or gracious southern ports, the American Cruise Lines fleet ensures you reach your desired destination in opulence and ease. For solo travelers, single occupancy options are available across all our vessels, and we also have rooms designed to accommodate three passengers comfortably.
Our contemporary array of small cruise ships and riverboats are meticulously crafted to ensure guest comfort. These state-of-the-art vessels offer guests a private sanctuary while granting unobstructed views of the picturesque surroundings. Each stateroom category boasts some of the most generous space in the industry, serving as an ideal retreat following a fulfilling day of activities.
Musicians, historians, and naturalists join every cruise, creating an entertaining onboard experience.
The largest staterooms of any cruise ship. And with interior entrances, every view is entirely private.
Locally sourced and regionally inspired cuisine, prepared by our master chefs.
American built, flagged, and crewed ships. 35 cruise itineraries to 25 states in America.
Attentive and personalized service is the hallmark of American Cruise Lines.
Sliding glass doors lead to spacious private balconies offering panoramic river views from every angle.
American Cruise Line adept culinary experts curate an authentic American menu infused with regional influences, highlighting the freshest local ingredients. Every day, they source fresh produce, directly from the farms and vineyards we explore during your journey. Through American Cruise Lines gastronomic initiative, they seamlessly intertwine your onboard adventure with the essence of the places you traverse.
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The cabins aboard these modern ships are some of the most spacious examples in the river cruise industry, providing a comfortable and well-designed private area. A lot of space has been dedicated to the bathroom, making them the same size as you would expect to have in a stylish hotel room. Some staterooms feature private balconies, whilst those that don’t offer a picture window that opens so you can let the fresh air in.
Air-conditioning, bathroom products, flat-screen TVs and DVD players are all amongst the standard amenities and there is a twice-daily maid service to help keep your stateroom in ship shape. Single staterooms are also available on every ship to help those travelling solo avoid single supplements.
The large main dining room on each ship means that everyone can be accommodated in a single sitting. The menu will change depending on which part of the USA you choose to explore. Expect to find southern favourites such as ‘chicken & andouille gumbo’ and ‘bourbon pecan pie’ along the Mississippi, ‘Maine lobster surf and turf’ and ‘littleneck clams ceviche’ in New England, and ‘smoked salmon pasta alfredo’ and ‘marionberry cheesecake’ along the Snake and Columbia Rivers.
When procuring local ingredients, American Cruise Lines pride themselves on supporting local farmers and growers, as well as working closely with Seafood Watch to make sure the fruits of the sea are sustainably sourced and fresh.
Every ship has one or more lounge areas where guests can relax between ports and the sun deck is the perfect spot to grab a seat when the weather is good. There’s also a library if you are looking for a bit of peace and quiet and an open-air exercise area so that you never have to miss a second of the passing scenery while working out. All except Queen of the West have the addition of a putting green on the top deck.
Each sailing will feature selected excursions that are included in the cruise fare, but there are more than 160 different activities on offer across the entire program. Expert guides will help to bring the various destinations to life and your onshore ventures could include visits to famous plantations, wildlife tours in South Carolina and jet boat rides in Hells Canyon, Washington.
Enrichment is furthered by the various musicians and historians who come aboard to offer their insight and add to your understanding of traditional American culture.
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