River Cruises in the USA​

Closer to home, but just as enjoyable are the numerous river cruises sailing rivers and the coastal USA. The historic Mississippi, comes to mind first, but there are other choices as well. Follow in the footsteps of Louis and Clark along the Columbia and Snake Rivers. Cruise the coastal south from Jacksonville to Charleston?. In the northeast visit the small ports and inlets from ? to ?.  In Alaska visit.

American Steamboat Queen

American Queen is the largest river boat ever built.  Covers Mississippi and the Pacific Northwest.  Comes with a pre cruise hotel stay and shore excursions are included.

Ship	Year built/remodeled	Outside Balconies	Dining Options	Shore Excursions Included	Fitness Room	Butler
American Duchess	2017	Yes	2		Yes	Owner & Loft Suite
American Queen	1995	Yes	2		Yes	Owner & Loft Suite
American Empress	2003/2014	Yes	1			Luxury Suites

American Cruise Line  River Cruise Ships

Largest cruise line in the US.  Offers high end comfort and one on one service.  Offers experiences on both the East and West Coasts, as well as the Mississippi and Columbia rivers.

Ship	Year built/Remodeled	Outside Balconies	# Of passengers
Queen of the Mississippi	2015	Yes	150
America	2016	Yes	185
American Song	2018	Yes	184
Queen of the West	1995/2011	Yes	100
American Pride	2012	Yes	150

Ship	Year Built/Remodeled	Outside Balconies	# of Passengers
Independence	2010	Yes	104
American Star	2007	Yes	100
American Constitution	2018	Yes	175
American Spirit	2005	Yes	100
American Constellation	2017	Yes	170

Blount Small Ship Cruises

Only cruise line to offer signature itineraries from New York to Chicago and Montreal, The Great Lakes, New England Islands and Atlantic Coastal Waterways.

Ship	Year Built/Remodeled	Outside Balconies	# of Passengers	Dining Options	Shore Excursions
The Grande Caribe	1997/2009	No	84	1	Not Included
The Grande Mariner	1998/2010	No	83	1	Not Included

Un-Cruise Adventures

Originates from Fisherman's Terminal in Seattle, Washington and Juno, Alaska
Exploring Alaska off the beaten path.  These small ships allow  you to go where the big ships can't, and allow you to get up close to your destinations. 
​These features are common across all vessels: Cultural Encounters - Wildlife - Narrative Interpretation - Meals - Spirits / Wine / Beer - Non-Alcoholic Beverages - En Suite Facilities - En Suite TV / DVD - iPod/MP3/Universal Dock - Hair Dryer - Book / DVD Library - Casual Atmosphere - Attentive Service - Fitness Equipment - Wellness Program - Open Bridge - Included Park Permits - Transfers

Ship	Year Built/Refurbished	Outside Balconies	Destination	Passengers
Wilderness Adventurer	1984/2011	no	Alaska	60
Wilderness Discoverer	1992/2011	no	Alaska, Pacific Northwest	76
Wilderness Explorer				74
Safari Endeavor	1976/2012	no	Alaska, Sea of Cortez	84
Safari Explorer	1998/2008	no	Alaska/ Hawaii	36
Safari Quest	1992/2013	no	Alaska, Pacific Northwest	22
Safari Voyager	1982/2016	no	Costa Rica, Panama	62
La Pinta	1982/2007	No	Galapagos	48
SS Legacy	1983/2013	no	Alaska, Columbia & Snake Rivers	86

Victory Cruise Line

Cruising through the Great Lakes, the St. Lawrence Seaway, or the Atlantic Coast.

Ships	Year Built/Remodeled	# of Passengers	Balcony
M/V Victory I	2001/2015	202	no
M/V Victory II	2018	202	no

Pearl Sea Cruises

Known for luxury adventure, the small cruise ship sails the Canadian maritimes, the St. Lawrence Seaway, and the Great Lakes.  Complimentary WiFi.

Ship	Year Built/Remodeled	Balconies	# of Passengers
Pearl Mist	2014	yes	2010