American Cruise Lines: On America’s Rivers
As you step on board an American Cruise Lines riverboat, get ready for a modern, elevated sailing experience. Whether it’s taking in your surroundings on private stateroom balconies or the bow’s lounges or engaging in animated discussions with your fellow passengers over dinner in the restaurants, there’s no shortage of places on these vessels to learn, discover and dive deeper into your educational voyage. With panoramic views from sundecks and in lounges, on these ships, learning landscapes are never far from sight.
Meet the Fleet:
American Serenade
The American Serenade has the distinction of winning Cruise Critic’s 2023 Editors’ Picks Award for Best New River Cruise Ship of the Year, which was the first time an American ship has been honored with this prize. The American Serenade explores the Mississippi River and combines comfortable amenities with a sleek riverboat design.
American Symphony
Comfort, style and effortless travel all come together on the American Symphony. Built in 2022, this vessel offers everything you might need while sailing the Mississippi River, from an onboard fitness center to multiple dining venues to panoramic views.
American Melody
Built in 2021, the American Melody brings a contemporary design and details to riverboat sailing. Crafted with the Mississippi River in mind, the American Melody’s spacious windows and popular Back Porch Café combine comfort and luxury in a manner that sets the bar high.
American Jazz
Built in 2020, American Jazz brings a modern touch to classic riverboat sailing on the Columbia River. With a maximum of 180 passengers, this vessel offers an intimate and elegant experience, including a five-story glass atrium and private balconies in each stateroom. Elevators to five decks and a unique bow ramp allow for increased accessibility on all voyages.
Deck Plans
Each ship has between five and six decks. All of these vessels balance private stateroom space with opportunities for congregating both indoors and outdoors. Settle into one of the many lounges scattered across the ships or take advantage of the fitness centers or walking tracks on the sundecks. Download the deck plans, or to view the details of specific cabins, click “Select Date” on the “Dates & Prices” page of the voyage you’re interested in.
AT A GLANCE
As you sail along America’s rivers and coastlines, you’ll find elevated comfort to enhance your learning journey on board these ships from American Cruise Lines. Panoramic windows and expansive observation areas mean you won’t miss a thing while you enjoy all that the ships have to offer. Take a look at the onboard amenities that are designed to make your voyage as comfortable and engaging as possible:
A day of learning means you’ll need to relax and refuel! Settle in at the glass-enclosed restaurant and relish American specialties created with locally sourced ingredients. Simple yet elegant décor offers a refined dining experience, one you can enjoy with your fellow passengers. Looking for something casual? Savor the lighter fare and open-air views of the Back Porch Café!
Want to delight in an elegant experience over cocktails and socializing? Looking to take in lively entertainment after a full day of learning? Each ship offers several lounges with different ambiances to match your energy. Whichever lounge you choose, there’s no shortage of ways to gather and engage with your thoughts and your fellow passengers.
As the name implies, the sundeck is the perfect place to catch some rays and keep an eye out for your next port! Ample seating and reclining lounge chairs mean you can enjoy conversations with friends or just relax as you take in new horizons. Fancy some exercise? On many ships, the sky walk borders the sundeck, so you can stroll as you sail along.
*These amenities are available across the American Serenade, the American Symphony, the American Melody and the American Jazz.