Cruise the Mississippi & the U.S.A. with American Cruise Lines
If you truly want to have an all-American river cruise experience on the Missisippi and across the U.S.A., look no further. Specifically designed to explore America’s most famous rivers and picturesque coastlines, American Cruise Lines offers the perfect small ships and destination-focused itineraries for seaside summer escapes in New England to adventures in Alaska to explorations along the Mighty Mississippi and so much more. Living up to its name, American Cruise Lines is the country’s largest river and coastal cruise company with an impressive growing fleet of new American riverboats, paddle-wheelers, and small cruise ships. Their ships offer an all-American crew who provide personalized service, and make you feel welcome, comfortable, and at home throughout your journey. Read on to get a taste of what it’s like to cruise closer to home with American Cruise Lines, where you can experience the spectacular scenery and rich heritage of America along the Mississippi and from sea to shining sea.
CRUISING CLOSE TO HOME
Exploring along U.S. rivers and coastlines with American Cruise Lines, there is no room for compromise. All ships in the company’s fleet are built for cruising in comfort and confidence, every ship reflects optimal nautical engineering, streamlined design and is purposely built for the waters they cruise. You’ll find them equipped with modern facilities and luxurious interiors where each room is crafted to meet your every need. The expansive staterooms are the largest in the small cruise ship industry and most feature spacious floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors which open, leading to private furnished balconies. Water views abound everywhere on board, through expansive windows and an elegant use of glass which creates a sensory connection to the outdoors throughout the cruise experience. The interior design also highlights artwork, serene color palettes, and textural elements that reflect the natural surroundings of the passing scenery and channel each region’s special unique qualities. Each ship’s interior design weaves together the diverse and magnificent patchwork that is America, with interior spaces on board reflecting the destinations being travelled.
In the hotel-like staterooms rooms, you’ll also marvel at the luxurious baths and high-end amenities. And when the beautiful shoreline views beckon you, in addition to private stateroom balconies, there are sweeping top sundecks as well as several comfortable lounges inside and out on every ship in the fleet. It is nearly impossible to miss the beautiful the beautiful river or coastal views all throughout a cruise aboard one of American’s small ships. Guests can easily cozy-up with a copy of their favorite book while soaking up some sunlight, or kick back and relax in the shade while enjoying the sound of gentle splashing waves. The ship’s many lounges also provide the perfect places for guests to enjoy after dinner entertainment and onboard enrichment (offered complimentary every day along the cruises), as well as the company of fellow guests. Many guests make life-long friendships on board, sharing their like-minded passion for American history, culture and small ship cruising.
When it comes to fine dining, ship’s offer expansive glass enclosed dining salons that provide panoramic views from every seat in the house, as well as outdoor cafes for more casual fare. All food and drink on board is all-inclusive, and when it comes to meals, American Cruise Lines’ team of master chefs perfects each menu by carefully creating each entree to highlight the culture of the port or region you are visiting. Enjoy Cajun Spiced Jumbo Sea Scallops and Creole Bread Pudding along the Lower Mississippi in New Orleans, Pacific Coast Shrimp Bisque and Moist Marion Berry Cheesecake in the Pacific Northwest or Beeler’s Farms Pork Scaloppini and King Creole Bread Pudding with Whiskey Caramel along the Southeast coast. To ensure a true all-American culinary experience, the freshest ingredients are always sought from local farmers’ markets and small American businesses. From lobsters and scallops to oysters and fish, when it comes to their delectable seafood dishes, the meats are caught along the shores of where you’re visiting. The daily menus change according to the seasonal ingredients available but cruises also always offer a great mix of traditional American fare for a truly memorable fine dining experience each day on board.
With such a wonderful accommodations, cuisine, and enrichment on the ship, you might find yourself perfectly happy staying on board and taking in the passing scenery, but American’s cruises are destination-focused so don’t get too comfortable just yet! Every day of the cruise, with each new port visited, there is a story to tell and a new adventure awaiting you. Itineraries are carefully curated to highlight the culture, history, geography, and unique character of each place visited along the way. Each day, guests will discover many different and unique places to explore on shore—with most experiences done along private guided tours, in small groups. On the Mississippi River, explore Vicksburg and other Civil War battlefields as well as the historic Mississippi Delta, or simply steep yourself in the heart of American music in Memphis and Nashville. Cruise San Francisco Bay and explore up into Napa Valley wine country. Be amazed by the wildlife in Glacier Bay Alaska or on Puget Sound. Fall in love with the charming gingerbread cottages of Martha’s Vineyard and the cobblestone streets of Nantucket. Rediscover the epic route of Lewis and Clark along the Columbia and Snake Rivers out west. Explore the magnificent mansions in Newport or take a relaxing beach stroll on Block Island. Enjoy Maryland Blue Crabs on Chesapeake Bay and dock in Washington D.C. Sail the Gold Coast from Charleston, South Carolina, to Amelia Island, Florida, without ever needing to sail open ocean or visiting a foreign port of call, and never out of sight of land, just as you would along a river cruise. Exploring close to home in America has so much to offer and the vacation possibilities are endless. Luckily, with an expert team and 17 small ships and riverboats exploring in over 34 states, American Cruise Lines can help you craft your vacation, choosing the experiences that are just right for you!
A NEW SONG ON THE RIVER
On August 30th, 2022, in a joint celebration hosted by American Cruise Lines and the City of Natchez, American proudly christened their newest riverboat, American Symphony, part of the company’s revolutionary modern riverboat series. American Symphony is American Cruise Lines’ fifth new riverboat in four years, following the introductions of American Song, American Harmony, American Jazz and American Melody.
The ceremony which was held at the Natchez Convention Center welcomed cruise guests on the sold-out inaugural cruise as well as the communities of Natchez and Vidalia. The ceremony featured special appearances from American Symphony’s official Godmother, Asya Branch, Miss USA 2020 & Miss Mississippi 2018 as well as speeches from the Honorable Tate Reeves – Governor of Mississippi, the Honorable Delbert Hosemann – Lt. Governor of Mississippi, the Honorable Dan M. Gibson – Mayor of Natchez, the Honorable Buz Craft – Mayor of Vidalia, and Charles B. Robertson, President & CEO of American Cruise Lines, to name a few. Guests were entertained with musical performances by The Victory Belles.
Immediately following the celebration at the Convention Center, both cruise guests and the Natchez community joined American Cruise Lines at the Ferry Street Landing for the christening ceremony at the ship. Godmother Asya Branch was joined by honored guests, Cynthia and Denise Patterson in christening the ship. Cynthia and Denise are sisters and American Cruise Lines’ Eagle Society members. Together, with their late mother Lois, they have explored destinations across the U.S.A. on 28 cruises with American Cruise Lines.
American Symphony can hold up to 175 passengers and features five decks, six public areas and 91 cabins spread across six different categories. Like her sister ship, American Melody, the American Symphony boasts a fully updated luxury interior design, combining an elegant and refined style with the spacious comfort found aboard all American’s small ships.
Like the other ships in American’s growing fleet, American Symphony also showcases panoramic views throughout, including a spectacular four-story glass atrium in the center of the ship. All of the spacious staterooms range from 250 to 650 square feet and offer full-size bathrooms, roomy closets, and private balconies where you can enjoy daily breakfast room service. The new riverboat also features a fitness center a wellness-yoga studio, library, and many comfortable lounges where you can unwind after the day has ended. American Symphony operates voyages along the length of the Mississippi River, where American Cruise Lines offers 11 different Mississippi River itineraries ranging from 5 to 22 days in duration, plus theme and holiday cruises (also cruising the Ohio, Cumberland, and Tennessee Rivers). In early 2023, the cruise line will welcome American Symphony’s sister ship American Serenade, as well as two new small coastal vessels, bringing American Cruise Lines’ fleet to 17 ships.
SET SAIL TODAY!
For 31 years, American Cruise Lines has continued to inspire thousands and thousands of travelers to discover and rediscover the beauty of the places they have known and have always dreamt of visiting. Over the years, they have always taken great care to ensure a personalized and unforgettable experience both on board and ashore. From individuals to couples to large family groups, there is something for everyone to enjoy and the all-inclusive nature of the cruise makes it even more enjoyable when traveling together with friends and family. Join them aboard and discover the many treasures there are to explore across America. Become a part of their legacy today and bask in the thrill, grace and sheer wonder of small ship cruising.
If you’re interested in booking a trip with American Cruise Lines, please contact your travel advisor, visit: www.AmericanCruiseLines.com, or call: 800-814-6880
