Small Ship Cruising -- American Cruise Lines
United States Rivers and Coastal Waterways
East Coast, South, Florida
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Weaverville / Asheville, NC
American Cruise Lines is one of the elite small ship cruising companies with an Onboard Experience that is sure to please.
They operate four unique vessels:
The American Spirit: 2008 Schedule
The American Star 2008Schedule
The American Glory 2008 Schedule
The American Eagle 2008Schedule
True to its name, this cruise line sails on the smooth inland rivers and intercoastal waterways of the United States of America.
Ships are new and fully comply with the new USA safety regulations.
Because the ships are small, with no more than 100 passengers, they are able to offer unique personalized voyages. The ambiance is intimate, relaxing, and gracious.
The ships visit quaint villages along the historic east USA coast, charming Southern towns, and vibrant Florida cities. There is an emphasis on history, culture, and the natural beauty of the United States. Lecturers, authors, historians, and wildlife experts treat guests to behind the scenes tours and provide area information during the cruise. Interesting, norminal cost tours are available in each town visited.
Dining is an event all guests look forward to. In the spacious dining room, every table overlooks the water. Meals are informal. Don't like to dress for dinner -- you'll love the resort casual attire. Food is purchased from ports of call so it is always fresh, and it is always cooked to order.
Tastefully designed staterooms are all ocean view, spacious (over 200 square feet), and comfortable. Each room has 2 twin beds or a king bed, a large picture window and/or balcony, private bath, hair dryer, remote-controlled satellite TV, individual climate control, writing desk, full-length mirror, spacious closet, dresser, and twice-daily service by an all American crew.
7 Day / 6 Nights Per Person Cruise Pricing:
Category A: $2560
Category AA: $3075
Category AAL (private balcony): $3365
Category AAC (private balcony): $3460
Category Single: $3790
8 Day / 7 Nights Per Person Cruise Pricing:
Category A: $2985
Category AA: $3485
Category AAL (private balcony): $3885
Category AAC (private balcony): $3980
Category Single: $4545
15 Day / 14 Nights Per Person Cruise Pricing:
Category A: $5770
Category AA: $6690
Category AAL (private balcony): $7570
Category AAC (private balcony): $7890
Category Single: $8850
Itineraries:
Maine Coast & Harbors
The Main Coast and Harbor Itinerary is perfect for small ship cruises with its magnificent coastal bays, rivers, and island passages. Guests are treated to magnificent natural sites that also feature historic forts, lighthouses, quaint fishing villages, and a multitude of wildlife. The Maine coast is filled with picturesque islands which are a gorgeous sight as your ship winds through narrow passages.
Day-By-Day Itinerary:
Day 1: Bangor -- Cruise to Bucksport.
Day 2: Cruise to Bar Harbor
Day 3: Bar Harbor
Day 4: Rockland
Day 5: Castine
Day 6: Camden
Day 7: Belfast
Day 8: Return to Bangor
Courtesy of American Cruise Lines
Historic Antebellum South
American Cruise Lines visits stately historical towns in the antebellum south. The elegance and charm of Charleston, SC; Beaufort, SC; Hilton Head Island; Savannah, GA; St. Simons Island, GA; Jekyll Island; and Amelia Island have beckoned history buffs, romantic travelers, and wildlife enthusiasts for years.
Now, cruise guests can visit all these charming river and beach towns in one visit and in an elegant, comfortable style -- never having to pack more than one time. Leave the highways behind as you glide through nature filled rivers to experience the old south.
Day-By-Day Itinerary:
Day 1: Charleston, SC
Day 2: Beaufort, SC
Day 3: Daufuskie Island / Hilton Head Island
Day 4: Savannah, GA
Day 5: St. Simons Island, GA
Day 6: Amelia Island, FL
Day 7: Jacksonville, FL
New England Islands
American Cruise Lines New England Islands itinerary brings you the heritage of America like no other cruise line. Visit the quaint fishing village of New Bedford and Nantucket with their historic whaling heritage. See the Victorian homes on Martha's Vineyard. Historians will enjoy the famous battleship, Massachusetts, and nature lovers will enjoy hiking the trails on Block Island.
Day-By-Day Itinerary:
Day 1: Providence, RI cruising to New Bedford, MA
Day 2: New Bedford, MA
Day 3: Nantucket Island
Day 4: Martha's Vineyard
Day 5: Bristol, RI / Fall River, MA
Day 6: Newport, RI
Day 7: Block Island, RI
Day 8: Return to Providence, RI
Chesapeake Bay
Courtesy of American Cruise Lines
Chesapeake Bay is steeped in colonial history. Baltimore's Inner Harbor will remind you of days gone by as you gaze upon schooners, and Baltimore Clippers. Williamsburg is America's premier living history site. See quaint fishing villages where residents have lived off the sea for centuries. Cambridge is a perfectly preserved slice of history. Nature lovers will enjoy the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. Like to shop? Then you'll love the boutiques and shops in St. Michaels -- and history buffs will delight in the Chesapeake Maritime Museum with its numerous maritime exhibits. Annapolis has been an icon of American history for over 200 years.
Day-By-Day Itinerary:
Day 1: Baltimore, MD cruising to Williamsburg, VA
Day 2: Williamsburg, VA
Day 3: Crisfield/Tangier Island/Solomons Island, MD
Day 4: Cambridge, MD
Day 5: Oxford, MD
Day 6: St. Michaels, MD
Day 7: Annapolis, MD
Day 8: Baltimore MD Return
Hudson River Fall Foliage
Cruise along a river passageway that has remained virtually untouched since the seventeenth century. The Hudson River flows for over 300 miles from the mountains of upstate New York to the New York City harbor. Historians will love walking on the grounds of historic West Point and viewing the West Point Museum. Kingston was once a popular Dutch trading post and many historic homes still stand. As you cruise along the river, you'll be amazed at Vanderbilt's magnificent estate and "Springwood," the home of Franklin D. Roosevelt, as well as many other grand, stately homes perched on towering cliffs. But, the main attraction is the beautiful fall colors of gold, crimson, and orange.
Day-By-Day Itinerary:
Day 1: Depart New York City, cruise to West Point, NY
Day 2: Catskill, NY
Day 3: Albany, NY
Day 4: Kingston, NY
Day 5: Sleepy Hollow, NY
Day 6: Hudson River Cruising
Day 7: New York City Return
Mid-Atlantic Inland Passage
Cruising along the Intracoastal Waterway is an enchanting experience with stops in the 400 year-old seaport of Norfolk, Oriental with its 18th century colonial homes, Morehead and Beaufort with history and homes dating back to the 1700's, the alluring shops and museums of Wilmington, the excitement of Myrtle Beach, and stately Charleston. This cruise offers something for everyone.
Day-By-Day Itinerary:
Day 1: Baltimore, MD cruising through Chesapeake Bay
Day 2: Norfolk, VA
Day 3: Oriental, NC
Day 4: Morehead City / Beaufort, NC
Day 5: Wilmington, NC
Day 6: Myrtle Beach, SC
Day 7: Charleston, SC
Day 8: Charleston Disembark
Great Rivers of Florida
Cruise down the north-flowing St. John's River, which was selected as one of 14 American Heritage Rivers in the United States. The cruise travels through the heart of the Ocala National Forest, teaming with wildlife such as bald eagles, great white herons, alligators, and the Florida panther. Palatka was once known as "The Gem of the St. John's", and Ravine Gardens State Park is still stunning with over 100,000 azaleas and other subtropical plants. The cruise also visits Green Cove Springs, home to a cool mineral springs, shimmering lakes, and beautiful forests. St. Augustine, established in 1565, is America's oldest surviving European settlement. Finally, Amelia Island features a lovely historical center with St. Peter's Episcopal Church and 16 blocks of restored 19th century Victorian homes and shops.
Day-By-Day Itinerary:
Day 1: Depart Jacksonville Area
Day 2: St. John's River, Cruise to Palatka, FL
Day 3: Palatka / Lake George, FL (Ocala National Forest)
Day 4: Green Cove Springs, FL
Day 5: St. Augustine, FL
Day 6: Cruise to Tolomato River
Day 7: Amelia Island, FL
Day 8: Return Jacksonville, FL
East Coast Inland Passage
This American Cruise Lines majestic cruise of the east coast takes you through the entire eastern coastal waterway system of connecting rivers, bays, and canals from Baltimore, MD to Jacksonville, FL.
Day-By-Day Itinerary:
Day 1: Depart Baltimore, MD and cruise to Norfolk, VA
Day 2: Norfolk, VA
Day 3: Oriental, NC
Day 4: Morehead City, NC
Day 5: Wilmington, NC
Day 6: Myrtle Beach, NC
Day 7: Cruise to Charleston, SC
Day 8: Charleston, SC
Day 9: Beaufort, SC
Day 10: Daufuskie Island and Hilton Head, SC
Day 11: Savannah, GA
Day 12: St Simons Island, GA
Day 13: Jekyll Island, GA
Day 14: Amelia Island, FL
Day 15: Jacksonville, FL
American Star Schedule, 2008
Sail Date Itinerary
Apr 5 7 N Historic Antebellum South Cruise from Charleston
Apr 12 7 N Historic Antebellum South Cruise from Jacksonville
Apr 19 7 N Historic Antebellum South Cruise from Charleston
Apr 26 7 N Great Rivers of Florida Cruise from At. Augustine
May 3 14 N E. Coast Inland Pass. to Baltimore from Jacksonville
May 3 7 N Historic Antebellum South Cruise from Jacksonville
May 10 7 N Mid Atlantic Inland Passage from Charleston
May 24 6 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore - Crabfest
Jun 1 6 N New England Islands from Providence - Lobsterfest
Jun 7 6 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Jun 15 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise from Bangor
Jun 21 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise from Bangor
Jun 28 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise from Bangor
Jul 5 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise from Bangor
Jul 12 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise from Bangor
Jul 19 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise from Bangor
Jul 26 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise from Bangor
Aug. 2 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors from Bangor - Lobsterfest
Aug 9 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors from Bangor
Aug 16 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors from Bangor
Aug 23 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors from Bangor
Aug 30 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors from Bangor
Sep. 6 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors from Bangor
Sep 13 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors from Bangor
Sep 20 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors from Bangor
Sep 27 6 N Maine Coast & Harbors from Bangor
Oct. 5 6 N Hudson River Fall Foliage from Providence
Oct 11 7 N Hudson River Fall Foliage from New York
Oct 18 6 N Hudson River Fall Foliage from New York
Oct 26 6 N Chesapeake Bay Fall Foliage from Baltimore
Nov 1 14 N E. Coast Inland Pass to Jacksonville from Baltimore
Nov 1 7 N Mid Atlantic Inland Pass. from Baltimore
Nov 8 7 N Historic Antebellum South from Charleston
Nov 15 7 N Great Rivers of Florida Cruise from St. Augustine
Nov 22 7 N Great Rivers of Florida Cruise from Sanford
Nov 29 7 N Historic Antebellum South from Jacksonville
Dec. 6 7 N Historic Antebellum South from Charleston
Dec 13 7 N Historic Antebellum South from Jacksonville
Dec 20 7 N Historic Antebellum South from Charleston
Dec 27 7 N Historic Antebellum South from Jacksonville
American Spirit Schedule, 2007
Sail Date Itinerary
Mar 1 7 N Historic Antebellum South from Charleston
Mar 8 7 N Historic Antebellum South from Jacksonville
Mar 15 7 N Historic Antebellum South from Charleston
Mar22 7 N Historic Antebellum South from Jacksonville
Mar 29 7 N Historic Antebellum South from Charleston
Apr 5 7 N Historic Antebellum South From Jacksonville
Apr 1 7 N Historic Antebellum South from Charleston
Apr 19 7 N Historic Antebellum South from Jacksonville
Apr 26 7 N Historic Antebellum South from Charleston
May 3 7 N Historic Antebellum South from Jacksonville
May 10 7 N Historic Antebellum South from Charleston
May 17 14 N E Coast Inland Pass.to Baltimore from Jacksonville
May 17 7 N Jacksonville to Charleston
May 24 7 N Charleston to Baltimore
May 31 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore-Crabfest
Jun 7 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Jun 14 6 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Jun 22 6 N New England Islands from Providence - Lobsterfest
Jun 28 7 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Jul 5 7 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Jul 12 7 N New England Islands from Providence - Lobsterfest
Jul 19 7 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Jul 26 7 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Aug 2 7 N New England Islands from Providence - Lobsterfest
Aug 9 7 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Aug 16 7 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Aug 23 7 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Aug 30 7 N New England Cruise from Providence - Lobsterfest
Sep 6 7 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Sep 13 7 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Sep 20 7 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Sep 27 7 N New England Islands Fall Foliage from Providence
Oct. 4 7 N Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise from Providence
Oct. 11 7 N Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise from New York
Oct. 18 7 N Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise from New York
Oct. 25 6 N Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise from New York
Nov. 2 6 N Chesapeake Bay Fall Foliage Cruise from Baltimore
Nov. 8 14 N East Coast Inland Pass. Baltimore - Jacksonville
Nov. 8 7 N Mid-Atlantic Inland Pass. from Baltimore
Nov. 15 7 N Historic Antebellum Cruise from Charleston
Nov. 22 7 N Historic Antebellum Cruise from Jacksonville
Nov. 29 7 N Historic Antebellum Cruise from Charleston
Dec. 6 7 N Historic Antebellum Cruise from Jacksonville
Dec 13 7 N Historic Antebellum Cruise from Charleston
Dec. 20 7 N Historic Antebellum Cruise from Jacksonville
Dec. 27 7 N Historic Antebellum Cruise from Charleston
American Glory Schedule, 2008
Sail Date Itinerary
Feb 23 7 N Great Rivers of Florida from St. Augustine
Mar. 1 7 N Great Rivers of Florida from Sanford
Mar. 8 7 N Great Rivers of Florida from St. Augustine
Mar 15 7 N Great Rivers of Florida from Sanford
Mar 22 7 N Great Rivers of Florida from St. Augustine
Mar 29 7 N Great Rivers of Florida from Sandford
Apr 5 6 N Great Rivers of Florida from St. Augustine
Apr 12 7 N Historic Antebellum South Cruise from Jacksonville
Apr 19 7 N Historic Antebellum South Cruise from Charleston
Apr 26 7 N Historic Antebellum South Cruise from Jacksonville
May 3 7 N Historic Antebellum South Cruise from Charleston
May 10 14 N E. Coast Inland Pass. to Baltimore from Jacksonville
May 10 7 N Historic Antebellum South Cruise from Jacksonville
May 17 7 N Mid Atlantic Inland Pass.. from Charleston to Baltimore May 24 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
May 31 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Jun. 7 6 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Jun 15 6 N New England Islands from Providence - Lobsterfest
Jun 21 7 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Jun 28 7 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Jul. 5 7 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Jul 12 7 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Jul 19 7 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Jul 26 10 N Grand New England Cruise
Aug 6 10 N Grand New England Cruise from Bangor - Lobsterfest
Aug 16 6 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Aug 24 6 N Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise from Bangor
Aug 30 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise from Bangor
Sep. 6 7 N Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise from Bangor
Sep 13 6 N Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise from Bangor
Sep 21 6 N New England Islands Cruise from Providence
Sep 27 7 N Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise from Providence
Oct. 4 7 N Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise from New York
Oct 11 7 N Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise from New York
Oct 18 7 N Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise from New York
Oct 25 6 N Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise from New York
Nov. 2 6 N Chesapeake Bay Fall Foliage Cruise from Baltimore
Nov. 8 14 N E. Coast Inland Passage from Baltimore - Jacksonville
Nov. 8 7 N Mid Atlantic Inland Passage Cruise from Baltimore
Nov 15 7 N Historic Antebellum South Cruise from Charleston
Nov 22 7 N. Great Rivers of Florida from St. Augustine
Nov 29 7 N Great Rivers of Florida from Sanford
Dec. 6 7 N Historic Antebellum South Cruise from Jacksonville
Dec 13 7 N Historic Antebellum South Cruise from Charleston
Dec 20 7 N Historic Antebellum South Cruise from Jacksonville
Dec 27 7 N Historic Antebellum South Cruise from Charleston
American Eagle Schedule, 2008
Sail Date Itinerary
May 24 7 N Mid Atlantic Inland Pass Baltimore to Charleston
May 31 7 N Mid Atlantic Inland Pass Charleston to Baltimore
Jun. 7 7 N Mid Atlantic Inland Pass Baltimore to Charleston
Jun 14 7 N Mid Atlantic Inland Pass Charleston to Baltimore
Jun 21 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Jun 28 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Jul. 5 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Jul 12 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore - Crabfest
Jul 19 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Jul 26 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Aug. 2 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Aug. 9 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Aug 16 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Aug 23 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Aug 30 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Sep. 6 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Sep 13 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore -- Crabfest
Sep 20 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Sep 27 7 N Chesapeake Bay Fall Foliage Cruise from Baltimore
Oct. 4 7 N Chesapeake Bay Fall Folliage Cruise from Baltimore
Oct 11 7 N Chesapeake Bay Fall Folliage Cruise from Baltimiore
Oct 18 7 N Chesapeake Bay Fall Folliage Cruise from Baltimore
Oct 25 7 N Chesapeake Bay Fall Foliage Cruise from Baltimore
Nov. 1 7 N Chesapeake Bay Fall Foliage Cruise from Baltimore
Nov 15 7 N Mid Atlantic Passage
Nov. 8 7 N Chesapeake Bay Cruise from Baltimore
Nov. 8 14 N E. Coast Inland Pass. from Baltimore - Jacksonville
Nov 22 7 N Historic Antebelllum South Cruise from Charleston
Sample Stateroom Layout
American Cruise Lines: Ship -- American Spirit
Onboard Experience
Naturalists & Historians: Carefully selected “enlighteners”- naturalists, historians, and other experts – to join you onboard to enhance your cruise experience. During informal lectures, open discussions and activities, they bring the local history, nature and culture alive with their knowledge and passion for American heritage. They also lead shore excursions, giving guests behind-the-scenes tours of some of America’s best-kept secrets and favorite treasures.
Onboard Activities: Evening activities and entertainment onboard are just as unique as the ports visited, and include lectures, guest musicians from the local towns, demonstrations, minor theatrical performances and games. Each activity is rich in history and culture, and is designed to highlight the areas visited. You’ll find the absence of casinos, glitzy shows and discos to be much appreciated. The library and numerous lounges found on each vessel are ideal for curling up with a good book, and the observation decks serve as perfect vista points for the passing scenery and wildlife.
Dining Experience: The dining experience with American Cruise Lines is a very special one. Each ship has a spacious dining salon that seats all passengers at one time. Highly skilled chefs trained at the some of the most prestigious Culinary Institutes prepare each meal to order with the utmost care and quality. There are a variety of choices at every meal that frequently include a specialty dish highlighting flavors from the local region. The young, all-American dining room staff is always friendly and accommodating, and eager to pamper you, making sure that your dining experience is just the way you like it.
