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A river cruise on one of the many American rivers is an experience that opens the heart of America and is a journey that immerses guests into America's history and culture. The experience on board a river cruise is a personal one. River ships accommodate a maximum of 140 guests making them warm and intimate and providing an ideal setting to meet other guests and make new friends. Expert lecturers, including historians, biologists, and naturalists, all offer enlightening perspectives in an informal setting onboard as well as guiding guests onshore sharing some of America's favorite treasures and best-kept secrets.
American River cruises visit many less-traveled destinations and unique ports including New England, the historic south, the Columbia and Snake Rivers, the Maine coast, Chesapeake Bay, the Mississippi River, The Hudson River, New England, the Mid-Atlantic and East Coast inland passages, the rivers of Florida and Alaska.
Over 40 American river cruise itineraries are available ranging from 6 to 10 days. Call now or book online to receive discounts, onboard credits, upgrades and more on your next American or Canadian River Cruise.
American Heritage
Roundtrip New Orleans
Apr 15 - Jun 8, 2027
Fr $3,386
Viking Mississippi
Roundtrip New Orleans
Dec 15, 2026 - Dec 19, 2028
Fr $3,499
American Melody
Roundtrip New Orleans
Dec 11, 2026 - Dec 16, 2027
Fr $4,124
American Serenade
Roundtrip New Orleans
Feb 13 - Nov 3, 2027
Fr $4,208
American Symphony
Roundtrip New Orleans
Nov 14 - Dec 26, 2028
Fr $4,213
Viking Mississippi
New Orleans to Memphis
Jan 26 - Jun 1, 2027
Fr $4,299
Viking Mississippi
Memphis to New Orleans
Mar 30 - Dec 14, 2027
Fr $4,299
Viking Mississippi
Nashville to Memphis
Nov 3 & 17, 2026
Fr $4,999
Viking Mississippi
Louisville to Memphis
Jun 15 & Nov 9, 2027
Fr $5,999
Viking Mississippi
Memphis to Louisville
Jun 8 & Nov 2, 2027
Fr $6,299
Viking Mississippi
Saint Paul to Alton
Aug 31, 2027 - Sep 19, 2028
Fr $6,799
American Splendor
New Orleans to Memphis
Nov 3, 2026 - Jun 15, 2027
Fr $4,253
American Splendor
Nashville to Chattanooga
Jul 27, 2027 - Oct 3, 2028
Fr $4,253
American Splendor
Memphis to New Orleans
Apr 13, 2027 - Feb 15, 2028
Fr $4,253
American Heritage
Memphis to New Orleans
Oct 25, 2026 - Jun 6, 2029
Fr $4,564
National Geographic Sea Lion
Portland/Oregon to Clarkston
Sep 19 & 29, 2026
Fr $4,540
National Geographic Sea Lion
Clarkston to Portland/Oregon
Sep 24 - Oct 14, 2026
Fr $4,799
American Pride
Roundtrip Portland/Oregon
Mar 22, 2027 - Oct 24, 2029
Fr $4,084
American West
Roundtrip Portland/Oregon
Oct 23, 2026
Fr $4,223
American Harmony
Roundtrip Portland/Oregon
Mar 31 - Apr 15, 2027
Fr $4,837
American Jazz
Roundtrip Portland/Oregon
Oct 31 & Nov 10, 2027
Fr $4,936
American Anthem
Roundtrip Portland/Oregon
Mar 25, 2028 - Apr 11, 2029
Fr $5,436
National Geographic Venture
Roundtrip Portland/Oregon
Oct 11, 2027 - Oct 21, 2028
Fr $5,843
National Geographic Sea Bird
Portland/Oregon to Clarkston
Sep 5 - Oct 17, 2026
Fr $7,026
National Geographic Sea Bird
Clarkston to Portland/Oregon
Sep 12 - Oct 24, 2026
Fr $7,106
American Pride
Clarkston to Portland/Oregon
Nov 1, 2026 - Aug 8, 2027
Fr $5,500
American Pride
Portland/Oregon to Clarkston
Oct 25, 2026 - Aug 1, 2027
Fr $5,500
American Song
Clarkston to Portland/Oregon
Oct 20, 2026 - Jul 13, 2027
Fr $5,841
American Jazz
Clarkston to Portland/Oregon
Oct 23, 2026 - Jul 18, 2027
Fr $6,153
American Harmony
Portland/Oregon to Clarkston
Oct 23, 2026 - Jul 27, 2027
Fr $6,178
American Legend
Albany to New York City
Oct 2, 2027 - Oct 19, 2029
Fr $8,312
American Glory
New York City to Albany
Sep 24, 2029
Fr $7,119
American Legend
New York City to Albany
Sep 25, 2027 - Oct 12, 2029
Fr $8,312
American Eagle
New York City to Albany
Oct 19, 2026
Fr $8,732
American Glory
Albany to New York City
Oct 25, 2026
Fr $8,732
All offers are based on select sailings and categories and are subject to availability at time of booking. All rates are per person based on double occupancy.
Small Ship Cruise Experience
River ships accommodate a maximum of 140 guests. The small size of these ships allows the crew to provide exemplary, personalized service in an intimate, relaxed and casual atmosphere. Onboard many friendships are formed as guests and crew mingle and share their adventures.
American History and Culture
Rivers were once the highways of historic America. A journey on one of America's great rivers allows guests to experience all of the cities and towns that were built as the country expanded and to learn about the history and culture that makes the United States what it is today.
Wildlife and Local Beauty
A river cruise brings nature and wildlife up close and is as diverse as the rivers that you cruise on. Cruises on the Chesapeake Bay, the inland waterways of the south, the Mississippi River delta, the Hudson River and New England, the Columbia River and Alaska all boast a different variety of landscapes and wildlife that are sure to amaze adventurers young and old.
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