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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
Nov 13, 2026 - Apr 15, 2027
Fr $3,198
Viking Mississippi
Roundtrip New Orleans
Dec 15, 2026 - Dec 12, 2028
Fr $3,528
American Melody
Roundtrip New Orleans
Dec 11, 2026 - Mar 14, 2028
Fr $3,817
American Symphony
Roundtrip New Orleans
Nov 14 - Dec 26, 2028
Fr $4,213
Viking Mississippi
New Orleans to Memphis
May 2, 2026 - Apr 20, 2027
Fr $4,214
Viking Mississippi
Memphis to New Orleans
Oct 10, 2026 - Apr 27, 2027
Fr $4,214
Viking Mississippi
Nashville to Memphis
Nov 3 & 17, 2026
Fr $4,900
Viking Mississippi
Memphis to Nashville
Oct 27 & Nov 10, 2026
Fr $5,194
American Heritage
Louisville to Pittsburgh
Jul 2 - Aug 14, 2026
Fr $4,069
American Heritage
Pittsburgh to Louisville
Jul 10 - Aug 7, 2026
Fr $4,069
National Geographic Sea Lion
Portland/Oregon to Clarkston
Sep 19 - Oct 14, 2026
Fr $4,540
American Pride
Roundtrip Portland/Oregon
Mar 22, 2027 - Oct 25, 2029
Fr $4,084
American Harmony
Roundtrip Portland/Oregon
Mar 31 - Apr 15, 2027
Fr $4,936
American Jazz
Roundtrip Portland/Oregon
Oct 31 & Nov 10, 2027
Fr $4,936
American Pride
Clarkston to Portland/Oregon
May 31, 2026 - Jun 13, 2027
Fr $5,104
American Pride
Portland/Oregon to Clarkston
May 10, 2026 - Jun 6, 2027
Fr $5,416
American West
Clarkston to Portland/Oregon
Jun 7 - Oct 11, 2026
Fr $5,500
American West
Portland/Oregon to Clarkston
Jun 14 - Oct 4, 2026
Fr $5,500
American Song
Portland/Oregon to Clarkston
Apr 28, 2026 - May 11, 2027
Fr $5,594
American Song
Clarkston to Portland/Oregon
Jul 28, 2026 - Jun 15, 2027
Fr $6,153
American Jazz
Clarkston to Portland/Oregon
Apr 24, 2026 - May 9, 2027
Fr $6,153
American Legend
Albany to New York City
Oct 8, 2026 - Oct 20, 2028
Fr $8,173
American Eagle
New York City to Albany
Jun 15, 2026 - Aug 9, 2027
Fr $6,148
American Eagle
Albany to New York City
Jun 22, 2026 - Aug 16, 2027
Fr $6,148
American Glory
New York City to Albany
Oct 4, 2026 - Oct 23, 2028
Fr $7,000
American Glory
Albany to New York City
Oct 25, 2026 - Oct 30, 2028
Fr $7,000
American Legend
New York City to Albany
Oct 1, 2026 - Oct 13, 2028
Fr $8,173
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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