American Cruise Lines

See the forested coast of Maine, Mark Twain’s Mississippi or the glaciers of Alaska with American Cruise Lines. The company specializes in small-ship cruising along the inland waterways and rivers of the United States. Traveling aboard a fleet of superb riverboats and small ships, guests will find all of the comforts of a luxury hotel, including highly personalized service and gourmet cuisine, while exploring some the finest attractions and sights of the U.S.

With no more than 185 passengers on board, every American Cruise Lines ship offers an attentive crew and intimate atmosphere. Guests enjoy spacious staterooms with private balconies, complimentary room service during breakfast and a free open-bar cocktail hour every evening before dinner. Comfortable lounges, large observation decks and glass-enclosed dining rooms are ideal for guests to relax, socialize and observe passing scenery and wildlife.

Each American Cruise Lines ship offers a comprehensive onboard program featuring riverlorians, musicians and expert lecturers who will share insights about the local history, nature and culture of the destinations visited. The company’s modern ships are designed to easily navigate America’s waterways, docking in the heart of each port and taking you where larger ships could never go. Featured shore excursions with professional guides offer guests in-depth views of museums, national parks, mansions and more.

American Cruise Lines offers sailings on the Mississippi, Columbia and Hudson rivers, as well as in Alaska, Puget Sound and along the East Coast.
Cruises are classified according to the quality of accommodations, the number of included amenities and activities, and the level of service delivered. American Cruise Lines specializes in deluxe travel, and prices typically range from $400 to $550 per person, per day, plus airfare.

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Save up to $2,000 per couple off select cruises. Click here for eligible departures.

Receive one free hotel night before your cruise, plus transfers to your ship on the day of departure when you book one month in advance. Click here for eligible departures.

Save $400 per couple when you book nine months in advance. Click here for eligible departures.

Receive free shore excursions on select river cruises. Click here for eligible departures.

Enjoy a free open-bar cocktail hour every evening before dinner. Click here for eligible departures.

Click any vacation name below for the itinerary, dates and prices.

Vacation Name Days Starts In Ends In Travel Style Quality*

American Cruise Lines - Alaska

Southeast Alaska Cruise (8 Days)	8	Juneau, AK	Juneau, AK	Other	Dates and Prices

Alaska Inside Passage (Seattle to Juneau)	15	Seattle, WA	Juneau, AK	Other	Dates and Prices

Alaskan Explorer Cruise	11	Juneau, AK	Juneau, AK	Other	Dates and Prices

Southeast Alaska Cruise (7 Days)	7	Juneau, AK	Juneau, AK	Other	Dates and Prices

Alaska Inside Passage (Juneau to Seattle)	15	Juneau, AK	Seattle, WA	Other	Dates and Prices

American Cruise Lines - U.S. (Continental)

Chesapeake Bay (Crabfest Cruise)	7	Baltimore, MD	Baltimore, MD	Other	Dates and Prices

American Revolution & Chesapeake Bay Cruise Crabfest Cruise	11	Baltimore, MD	Baltimore, MD	Other	Dates and Prices

East Coast Inland Passage (Jacksonville to Baltimore)	15	Jacksonville, FL	Baltimore, MD	Other	Dates and Prices

Chesapeake Bay Cruise	8	Baltimore, MD	Baltimore, MD	Other	Dates and Prices

Mid Atlantic Inland Passage (Charleston to Baltimore)	8	Charleston, SC	Baltimore, MD	Other	Dates and Prices


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* Key to Quality Ratings
These vacations are classified according to the quality of accommodations, the number of included amenities and activities, and the level of service delivered.

= Budget vacations that typically range from $50 to $200 per person, per day, plus airfare.
= First class vacations that typically range from $80 to $350 per person, per day, plus airfare.
= Deluxe vacations that typically range from $200 to $650 per person, per day, plus airfare.

** The prices shown are U.S. dollars per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability. Prices quoted for land/cruise arrangements are subject to increase without notice. Once we have received your deposit, land/cruise prices are guaranteed. Air prices quoted via phone or email are subject to increase and are guaranteed only from the time that full payment is received. Also, air prices or air promotions mentioned on this site or on the phone do not include baggage fees imposed by airlines.

Book Now and Save on American Cruise Lines!
	Save up to $2,000 per couple off select cruises. Click here for eligible departures. Receive one free hotel night before your cruise, plus transfers to your ship on the day of departure when you book one month in advance. Click here for eligible departures. Save $400 per couple when you book nine months in advance. Click here for eligible departures. Receive free shore excursions on select river cruises. Click here for eligible departures. Enjoy a free open-bar cocktail hour every evening before dinner. Click here for eligible departures.