American Cruise Line

THE LEADER IN U.S. CRUISING

Cruise Close To Home© with American Cruise Lines, the leader in U.S. River & Coastal cruising and the largest domestic cruise line in the country. The company offers a new fleet of 17 riverboats and small cruise ships, each accommodating just 90 to 180 guests. American is the only cruise line in the world with a fleet of 100% U.S. built & flagged riverboats and small cruise ships. This distinction enables the company to offer all-domestic cruises that visit only U.S. ports of call, along both U.S. rivers and coasts. The Line offers over 50 itineraries, which range from 5 to 60 Days in length, and explore in 35 U.S. states. American’s small ships cruise along protected U.S. waterways from Alaska to Florida, and major U.S. rivers, including the Mississippi River (Ohio, Cumberland, and Tennessee Rivers); the Columbia and Snake Rivers; the Hudson River; and Florida Rivers (St. John’s and Tolomato). American Cruise Lines has over 50 years of experience cruising the U.S.A., and specializes in authentic American experiences, personalized service, and well-curated destination-focused cruises. Year after year, the company continues to be the most awarded U.S. cruise line, winning over 20 awards in 2022, including accolades from: Travel & Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, U.S.A. Today, and U.S. News & World Report

AMERICAN’S FLEET  17 SMALL SHIPS  4 STYLES

PADDLEWHEELERS

American Splendor

American Heritage

American Pride

American West

MODERN RIVERBOATS

American Harmony

American Song

American Jazz

American Melody

American Symphony

American Serenade

COASTAL CRUISE SHIPS

American Constitution

American Constellation

American Independence

American Star

American Spirit

COASTAL CATS

American Eagle

American Glory

American Cruise Lines operates the newest fleet of small ships, including a new class of “Go Anywhere” Coastal Cats, classic paddlewheelers, small cruise ships, and the only modern riverboats in the country. American has become the gold standard for cruising in the U.S. by introducing new innovative ships each year; offering the most diverse selection of small ships and riverboats in the country.

THE AMERICAN CRUISE EXPERIENCE

American’s small ship itineraries offer an all-inclusive experience and feature over 400 exciting shore excursions across the country. All cruises deliver incredible value and include complimentary onboard enrichment and entertainment, fi ne cuisine, wine & beer with both lunch and dinner, and a festive cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres each evening. Ships also include complimentary alternative casual dining, Starlink WiFi, and private American cruise coaches for shoreside transportation. 2023-2024 cruise pricing includes Port Charges & Fees as well as Tips & Gratuities. All American’s Mississippi River, Columbia & Snake Rivers, and Alaska cruises (from Juneau) include Complimentary Pre-Cruise Hotel Stays. All the company’s River and Coastal cruises also offer Domestic Flat-Rate Airfare

ENRICHMENT CUISINE

American offers carefully curated cruises with over 400 guided shore excursions that showcase the unique character and cultures of the regions traveled. The Line also invites carefully selected experts on board for daily enrichment programs including: informal lectures, open discussions, concerts, evening entertainment, and onboard activities that bring local history, nature, and culture to life.

Every cruise features an all-American menu prepared by the fi nest chefs to complement the season and region guests are cruising. All special dietary needs are handled with precision and care. Meals are prepared to order and served in an open-seated dining room where every table offers panoramic views of the passing scenery. Many ships also offer outdoor casual cafés.

OUR U.S. ITINERARIES

American offers over 50 unique itineraries from Alaska to Florida, visiting over 35 U.S. states. Itineraries range from 5-days to 22-days in length and include theme cruises, as well as many popular holiday cruises. All river and coastal cruises dock at 100% of U.S. ports of call. ( *New Itinerary)

MISSISSIPPI RIVER SYSTEM

(Including Ohio, Cumberland, and Tennessee Rivers)

Lower Mississippi River, Upper Mississippi River, Music Cities, Complete Mississippi River, Grand Heartland, Highlights of the Mississippi River, New Orleans Round-Trip, Tennessee Rivers*, Mississippi River Gateway, Ohio River, and Grand Ohio River* cruises

NEW ENGLAND

(Including Penobscot River)

Yankee Seaports*, Downeast Maine*, New England Explorer*, Cape Codder, New England Islands, Grand New England, Maine Coast & Harbors, and Hudson River cruises

CALIFORNIA, PACIFIC NORTHWEST, & ALASKA

(Including Napa, Sacremento & San Juan Rivers)

San Francisco Bay*, National Parks & Legendary Rivers*, Puget Sound & the San Juan Islands, Columbia & Snake Rivers, Highlights of the Columbia River, Northwest Pioneers, Southeast Alaska, Alaskan Explorer and Alaska

Inside Passage cruises

SOUTHEAST

(Including Tolomato & St. John’s Rivers)

Chesapeake Bay, American Revolution Cruise, East Coast

Inland Passage, Historic South & Golden Isles, Great Rivers of Florida, and Florida Gulf Coast & Keys*

THEME & HOLIDAY CRUISES

Music, Art Immersion, Lewis & Clark, Fall Foliage, Christening, Civil War, Culinary, Vineyard, Mark Twain, Whale Watching, Tulip Festival, Cherry Blossom, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s cruises

STATEROOMS & SMALL SHIP AMENITIES

American small ships offer an intimate atmosphere for guests seeking the attentive personalized service that is the hallmark of the brand. The Line has the largest and most comfortable staterooms in the industry, featuring all the amenities of a modern hotel, including full-size bathrooms. Most staterooms have floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors and private furnished balconies. All ships have elevators to all passenger decks, as well as Single and Handicap staterooms. American offers single cabins without a Single Supplement on all ships and riverboats.

ELEGANT DINING

PRIVATE BALCONIES COMFORTABLE LOUNGES

100% OUTSIDE-FACING STATEROOMS AND ELEVATOR ACCESS TO ALL DECKS

COMPLIMENTARY STARLINK W i F i

BREAKFAST

FULL-SIZE BATHROOMS WITH A FULL SET OF AMENITIES

INDEPENDENT HVAC IN ALL STATEROOMS AND INTERIOR SPACES ON BOARD

I N-ROOM PHONES, FLAT SCREEN TVS & EMERGENCY BUTTONS

DRESSERS & CL OSETS WITH AMPLE STORAGE SPACE

THE LARGEST STATEROOMS IN THE INDUSTRY

TWIN OR KING-SIZE BEDS. HANDICAP AND SINGLE STATEROOMS AVAILABLE

PRIVATE FURNISHED BALCONIES WITH SLIDING-GLASS DOORS

ROOM SERVICE & IN-ROOM KEURIG COFFEE BREWERS

WHAT SETS US APART

FULLY STABILIZED SHIPS FOR SMOOTH TRAVELS

NEW SHIPS BUILT IN THE USA WITH AN ALL-AMERICAN CREW

ALL SHIPS & RIVERBOATS ACCOMMODATE 100-200 GUESTS

AWARD-WINNING SHORE EXCURSIONS WITH 100% PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION ON SHORE

ONBOARD HISTORIANS & EXPERTS ENTERTAINMENT EVERY EVENING

EAGLE SOCIETY

The Eagle Society program was created as a way to recognize and reward American’s most loyal guests. Members receive a full complement of special benefi ts, including invitations to members only cruises, special discounts, passenger gifts, complimentary excursions, and free cruises. American has one of the highest re-booking rates in the industry.

LARGEST STATEROOMS IN THE INDUSTRY WITH FURNISHED PRIVATE BALCONIES

SPACIOUS LOUNGES & SUN DECKS WITH PANORAMIC VIEWS ON ALL SHIPS

TOP DECK LOUNGES WITH PUTTING GREEN OR SHUFFLEBOARD, WALKING TRACKS

ALL-INCLUSIVE FINE DINING AND COMPLIMENTARY COCKTAILS, BEER, WINE AND SNACKS

COMPLIMENTARY PRE-CRUISE HOTEL STAYS & FLAT-RATE DOMESTIC AIRFARE

MOST AWARDED U.S. CRUISE LINE

CRUISERS’ CHOICE

THE NEWEST FLEET IN THE U.S.

COASTAL CATS (Passengers: 100)

Our brand new fleet of catamaran-inspired small ships is designed to provide the ultimate Luxury Adventure™ for our guests. The new class will blend the excitement of expedition cruising with the refinement, comfort, stability, and land proximity of river cruising.

American Eagle  Built in 2023

American Glory  Built in 2023

American Liberty  Built in 2024

AMERICAN RIVERBOATS (Passengers: 180)

Our new series of American Riverboats has elevated the standard for riverboat cruising across the country. These riverboats feature sophisticated interior design, a grand multi-story atrium in the center of the ship, and private balconies in every stateroom.

American Serenade  Built in 2023

American Symphony  Built in 2022

American Melody  Built in 2021

American Jazz  Built in 2021

American Harmony  Built in 2019

American Song  Built in 2018

CLASSIC PADDLEWHEELERS (Passengers: 110-180)

Our beautifully renovated fleet offers the classic paddlewheeler experience with new interior design and amenities. Guests can enjoy large staterooms, with private balconies and hotel-style bathrooms; and a variety of unique lounges.

American Splendor  Renovated in 2022

American Heritage  Renovated in 2022

American Pride  Renovated in 2022

American West  Renovated in 2022

CONSTELLATION CLASS (Passengers: 170)

Operating on both coasts of the United States, our small Constellation Class ships are designed to accommodate modern expectations and offer all of the latest amenities. Expansive rooms offer sweeping views from every vantage point, while furnished private balconies allow for perfect sunrises and spectacular sunsets.

American Constitution  Built in 2018

American Constellation  Built in 2017

INDEPENDENCE CLASS (Passengers:

90)

These ships cruise many of the same itineraries as the Constellation Class but are a bit smaller. They offer a similar atmosphere on board with a selection of spacious public spaces and amenities. Staterooms are still nearly twice the size of other small cruise ships and most offer private balconies.

American Independence  Built in 2010

American Star  Built in 2007

American Spirit  Built in 2005

THE NEW CLASS OF AMERICAN RIVERBOATS

American Cruise Lines is proud to introduce its revolutionary American Riverboat Series–the fi rst contemporary-style riverboats available in the U.S. These new riverboats are technically advanced, possess the newest safety and navigation equipment, and are the most environmentally friendly small ships on U.S. rivers. American’s modern riverboats meet the highest emissions standards, have tiny carbon footprints, and showcase sophisticated interior design.

All American’s modern riverboats accommodate fewer than 180 guests and possess a unique (patent-pending) opening bow and retractable gangway, which enables them to make bow landings wherever necessary. The riverboats feature soaring multi-story glass atriums, huge standard cabins, enormous suites, and spacious single cabins–all with private furnished balconies. They also offer comfortable lounges, gorgeous sun decks, grand dining rooms, and smaller casual cafés. Designed with 3 times the glass of other U.S. riverboats, American’s modern riverboats offer spectacular views from everywhere on the ship.

American’s modern riverboats add a new dimension to U.S. river cruising–providing an exciting new alternative to the beautiful paddlewheelers and coastal cruise ships already in the company’s fl eet.

American’s Modern Riverboats: American Song (2018), American Harmon y (2019), American Jazz (2020), American Melody (2021), American Symphony (2022), and American Serenade (2023).

BOW RAMP PATENT PENDING

Welcoming Coastal Cats

NEW CLASS OF SMALL SHIPS

 This series of “Go Anywhere”ships furthers American Cruise Lines’ commitment to Cruise Close to Home.®

 Unique Catamaran inpsired design with shallow draft, makes these small ships stable and nimble.

 Series of 12 Coastal Cats planned. The first two, American Eagle and American Glory debut in 2023 along the East Coast.

 Ideal for coastwise routes as well as shallow water access along protected waters, rivers, bays, and lakes.

 A practical domestic alternative to ocean expeditions –adventure-ready, to explore anywhere in the U.S.A.

 Always cruise in sight of land, visiting only U.S. ports of call.

 Built in the U.S.A. with marine architecture by Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, M.D.

 Efficient design and environmentally friendly technology make these the greenest small cruise ships in the country.

 The luxury and comfort of a river cruise with the access & adventure of an expedition cruise.

Key Stats

241 feet Long, 56 feet Wide

56 Luxury Staterooms (85% with Private Balconies)

Accommodating 100 Guests

Features new swim/activity platform with kayaks and a tender for exploration and adventure straight from the ship

American’s 2023 Modern Riverboats

ELLIPSE CAFÉ

A casual outdoor café for a lighter meal, but a burger is also on the menu

SKY BAR

270º views high above the river make this a favorite spot to enjoy a cocktail

GRAND SUITES

Two room suites with 30 square feet furnished balcony, living room, and dining area

LIBRARY

A quiet enclave with a trove of American classics

CHART ROOM

Follow our progress as we cruise the river or enjoy a board game

SUN DECK

Features the Sky Walk cantilevered high above the water, for scenic walks but also home to a relaxing lounge area and top deck games, such as shuttleboard and a putting green

PRIVATE BALCONIES

The only ship in the region with a private balcony in every room

RIVER LOUNGE

Set for casual conversation during the day and festive entertainment in the evenings

COMPLIMENTARY COCKTAIL HOUR

An American Cruise Lines signature event and the perfect time to mingle with new friends each evening

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY

Counter rotating propeller units reduce both emissions and noise. EPA Tier 4 engines offer very comfortable cruising

COMPLIMENTARY WIFI

Now powered by Starlink

FITNESS CENTER

The largest on any riverboat, these offer a range of exercise machines and yoga classes

RESTAURANT

Each delicious menu features American specialties and local ingredients. Plus, the dining room has plenty of space to seat all guests together

GLASS ATRIUM

Four stories of expansive views with a grand staircase spiraling up the center. The perfect mid-ship meeting point

THE LARGEST STANDARD STATEROOMS GLOBALLY

More than 300 square feet with a private furnished balcony

BOW TERRACE

The perfect place to enjoy a rocking chair and the adventure found around every bend in the river