American Cruise Lines Cruise Line

American Cruise Lines’ brand new small ships are uniquely designed to navigate the inland waterways and rivers of the United States. Carrying 49 to 120 passengers, the ships carry passengers to some of the most fascinating places in America. The casual yet elegant ambiance allows guests to relax, and enjoy the company of fellow travelers who share their interests in American history, nature and culture. Large public lounges and observation decks are the perfect place to mingle with friends new and old, and a glass enclosed dining room seats all passengers comfortably at one time. Most of the spacious staterooms feature large opening picture windows, roomy baths and private balconies. From picturesque New England villages to the expansive Pacific Northwest, American Cruise Lines’ fleet enables passengers to discover places of historic interest and unrivaled scenery while unwinding in the friendly and accommodating atmosphere created by their all-American staff. The line currently operates the American Spirit, American Star, American Glory, and debuts the Independence in 2010. American Cruise Lines has also acquired the authentic paddle wheeler, Queen of the West (formerly part of the Majestic America Line), and will start running cruises along the Columbia and Snake Rivers.

• Allan Zama  Queen Of The West  Columbia and Snake rivers

  We have cruised with several major lines over the past 10 years, and stayed with American for the last 4 cruises. They cater to seniors and provide wonderful excursions, staterooms, history... read more

  38 users found this review helpful.
• Shelby Platt  Queen Of The West  Columbia River

  Our family planned this trip one year ago.We researched our Ports of Call just before the cruise so we would be familiar with what to expect along the way. Unfortunately we didn't dock at several... read more

  65 users found this review helpful.
• Fred LaRue  Queen Of The West  Columbia River

  This cruise did not meet my expectations, and American Cruise Lines obviously was doing it's best to cut corners wherever it could. The Columbia River is beautiful and calming, but the cruise was... read more

• Michelle Roy  Queen Of The West  Columbia and Snake Rivers

  The cruise was wonderful. American Cruise Lines recently purchased the Queen of the West, and let me tell you they have done a beautiful job with it. I cruised on it several years ago, before they... read more

• Michelle Roy  Queen Of The West  Columbia and Snake Rivers

  The cruise was wonderful. American Cruise Lines recently purchased the Queen of the West, and let me tell you they have done a beautiful job with it. I cruised on it several years ago, before they... read more

  32 users found this review helpful.
• Tobias  Queen Of The West  columbia to snake river

  This is by far the worst cruise I have ever been on. My friend and I travelled on the Queen of the West along the Columbia River and could not have been more dissapointed. The food is mediocre. The... read more

  41 users found this review helpful.
• G Andrews  American Spirit  Phili-DC

  This cruise was generally a disappointment. Crew was almost all new and very inexperienced--NOT the professional staff to tend our every need as described in the promo materials--nice kids, but... read more

  35 users found this review helpful.
• John Zangerle  American Star  Hudson River

  We just returned from a six-day cruise on the Hudson River. This is our second cruise with American Cruise Lines. The overall experience was terrific. The boat holds less than 100 passengers... read more

  83 users found this review helpful.
• William Virkus  American Spirit  New England Islands Cruise

  My wife and I just returned from the 7-night New England Islands cruise on the American Spirit. This is our second small ship cruise and we would rate it as A+. The ports were all great. New... read more

  136 users found this review helpful.
• Patricia Ibbotson   American Eagle  Amelia Island to Charleston

  The American Eagle is a new ship, built in 2000, and is more of a large yacht than a ship. It only holds 49 passengers and there were 48 passengers on our trip. This cruise line bills itself as... read more

  146 users found this review helpful.
• Linda Androlia  American Spirit  Historic Antebellum South

  Loved this experience. I have been sending clients on this sailing for years and they always rave about it. I was thriled to finally experience it. Southern charm is wonderful. Excellent and too... read more

  79 users found this review helpful.