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American Cruise Lines
About American Cruise Lines
Enjoy the intimate, comfortable, and fulfilling experience of small ship river cruising aboard the newest fleet of cruise ships in the world. American Cruise Lines brings you to the greatest destinations along the inland waterways and rivers of the East Coast, Pacific Northwest, Mississippi and Alaska.
Their modern fleet of ships offer a unique, personal voyage through America's historic waterways. With no more than 150 passengers onboard, their ships provide spacious accommodations and smooth travel through the protected waterways, sheltered harbours, and magnificent rivers of the United States of America.
Why Choose American Cruise Lines
American Cruise Lines stands out with its focus on small-ship cruising, personalized service, and unique itineraries that explore America’s waterways, offering passengers an intimate and enriching travel experience.
Personalized Service
Our small ship design creates an intimate environment in which our guests are treated with the utmost care and attention. Our crewmembers take pride in knowing your name and understanding your preferences.
Exploring America
100% American. Every port of call is in the U.S., every crewmember is American, and the story we tell along the way is about America. Each day is an opportunity to explore a new destination close to home.
Sophisticated Comfort
American Cruise Lines has always taken pride in building new ships and operating the world’s most modern fleet of small cruise ships and riverboats. Our well-appointed ships remain small by design and are a testament to both premier nautical engineering and luxurious comfort.
Onboard Experts & Entertainers
American Cruise Lines delivers culture, history, and enlightenment. As we travel to the most amazing destinations across the U.S., guests are treated to well-designed enrichment programs on board and ashore, as well as personalized exploration led by our engaging local guides.
Spacious Staterooms
We take great pride in the generous size of our staterooms, which are the largest in the industry, ranging from 250 to 650 square feet. Each has an interior entrance allowing for unobstructed outside views of the breathtaking scenery of America.
Common Spaces
Comfortable lounges and large observation decks provide the perfect setting for guests to relax and enjoy the company of fellow travelers. Our midship lounges offer the ideal place to read a book, play a card game, or work on a puzzle.
All-Inclusive
On all our 50+ itineraries, we offer our guests an all-inclusive, value-added travel experience to the best destinations in Alaska, the Pacific Northwest, Mississippi River region, New England, and the Southeast.
World-Class Cuisine
Our team of Master Chefs take great pride in offering a customized American-inspired menu, featuring the finest cuisine with a delightful regional twist. Each menu offers something for everyone and changes to complement the season.
Made in America
American Cruise Lines is an all-American family company. Every itinerary is domestic, every crewmember is American, the company is 100% American-owned, and each ship is designed and built here in the U.S.
Environmentally Respectful
American Cruise Lines leads the way with ship innovation in the U.S. and is focused on environmental responsibility. We believe in leadership through clear standards for sustainable tourism and responsible operation.
Rewards Programmes
American Cruise Lines stands out with its focus on small-ship cruising, personalized service, and unique itineraries that explore America’s waterways, offering passengers an intimate and enriching travel experience.
Personalized Service
Our small ship design creates an intimate environment in which our guests are treated with the utmost care and attention. Our crewmembers take pride in knowing your name and understanding your preferences.
Exploring America
100% American. Every port of call is in the U.S., every crewmember is American, and the story we tell along the way is about America. Each day is an opportunity to explore a new destination close to home.
Sophisticated Comfort
American Cruise Lines has always taken pride in building new ships and operating the world’s most modern fleet of small cruise ships and riverboats. Our well-appointed ships remain small by design and are a testament to both premier nautical engineering and luxurious comfort.
Onboard Experts & Entertainers
American Cruise Lines delivers culture, history, and enlightenment. As we travel to the most amazing destinations across the U.S., guests are treated to well-designed enrichment programs on board and ashore, as well as personalized exploration led by our engaging local guides.
Spacious Staterooms
We take great pride in the generous size of our staterooms, which are the largest in the industry, ranging from 250 to 650 square feet. Each has an interior entrance allowing for unobstructed outside views of the breathtaking scenery of America.
Common Spaces
Comfortable lounges and large observation decks provide the perfect setting for guests to relax and enjoy the company of fellow travelers. Our midship lounges offer the ideal place to read a book, play a card game, or work on a puzzle.
All-Inclusive
On all our 50+ itineraries, we offer our guests an all-inclusive, value-added travel experience to the best destinations in Alaska, the Pacific Northwest, Mississippi River region, New England, and the Southeast.
World-Class Cuisine
Our team of Master Chefs take great pride in offering a customized American-inspired menu, featuring the finest cuisine with a delightful regional twist. Each menu offers something for everyone and changes to complement the season.
Made in America
American Cruise Lines is an all-American family company. Every itinerary is domestic, every crewmember is American, the company is 100% American-owned, and each ship is designed and built here in the U.S.
Environmentally Respectful
American Cruise Lines leads the way with ship innovation in the U.S. and is focused on environmental responsibility. We believe in leadership through clear standards for sustainable tourism and responsible operation.