Cruising with American Queen Voyages

American Queen Voyages features a collection of modern, elegant paddlewheelers that cruise the Mississippi, Ohio, Tennessee, Cumberland and Illinois rivers in America's heartland and the Columbia and Snake rivers in the Pacific Northwest.

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The upfront price of a trip with American Queen Voyages covers a pre-cruise hotel night, guided tours, exceptional cuisine, live onboard entertainment, all-day room service, Wi-Fi and unlimited soft drinks and specialty coffees throughout the trip. Dine on regional fare such as wild salmon, lobster, moonshine bread pudding and apple dumplings. Plus, enjoy choice spirits, wine and local craft beer -- all included in the fare. And new this year, pre-paid gratuities, port charges and taxes are also covered in the current rate.

American Queen Voyages has a number of themed river itineraries, each offering thoughtful and authentic encounters. Sample flavors of the Pacific Northwest on wine cruises or visit special holiday markets featuring local artisans on Holidays on the River. There are also American Culinary Experience sailings that highlight signature dishes from local dining venues and offer onboard cooking demonstrations and port explorations with regional chefs.

The company's river vessels resemble classic 19th-century paddlewheelers with all the comforts of contemporary cruising. The American Queen is the largest steamboat operating overnight cruises on the Mississippi River and its tributaries. It serves as the company's flagship and features a beautiful steam calliope on board.

The American Empress explores the scenic Columbia and Snake rivers and houses a unique collection of Native American art. It is the largest overnight riverboat west of the Mississippi.

Rounding out the collection of paddlewheelers are the American Countess, which features a sleek, contemporary design and plenty of open space for guest gatherings (especially the portside bar, which has expansive panoramic views) and the American Duchess, a boutique-style riverboat that has four two-story loft suites.

In addition to river cruises, American Queen Voyages also operates small-ship coastal cruises and expedition sailings in North America. These ships visit inland harbors, secluded bays and picturesque ports in destinations like the Great Lakes, Eastern Canada and New England, the southeastern United States and Alaska. To see all of these sailings, click here