United States Small Ship Cruises, River Cruises & Tours

Experience a 6-day cruise on the Columbia and Snake rivers aboard the National Geographic Sea Lion, and savor exquisite local cuisine and wines curated by Food & Wine's Ray Isle. Explore stunning landscapes through guided hikes and kayaking while learning about the region's rich history and geology from expert naturalists.

Explore the highlights of the Mississippi River on this 8-day cruise roundtrip from New Orleans aboard Viking Mississippi. Discover port cities such as St. Francisville, Darrow, Baton Rouge, Natchez, and Vicksburg to experience the diverse culture and rich history of the lower Mississippi region.

Experience a 9-day cruise aboard American Symphony from Memphis to New Orleans, discovering historic sites, Civil War stories, and charming towns along the Mississippi River. Experience rich history, music, and southern hospitality.

The American Heritage hosts this 8-day Mississippi River cruise from New Orleans. Explore historic plantations, Civil War sites, and charming towns. Immerse in the rich culture, cuisine, and music of the Deep South.

Embark on a 6-day Columbia River cruise aboard American Pride. This journey offers direct access to local culture, history, and Pacific Northwest landscapes.

The Sea Lion hosts this 8-day excursion from Portland, Oregon towards Clarkston, Washington. Along the way, pass through Hells Canyon, visit the Lewis and Clark Wildlife Refuge, zodiac & kayak your way along the Palouse River, and witness the Columbia River Gorge.

Set sail on a 7-day Columbia River Gorge cruise aboard American Pride. Explore Portland, Hood River, The Dalles, and Kalama. Discover the pioneers at the Oregon Trail’s end and learn about the region’s history at museums like the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and the Fort Dalles Museum.

The Sea Bird takes you on this 8-day Pacific Northwest cruise along the Columbia and Snake Rivers, including zodiac & kayak excursions, hiking and biking opportunities, and visits to the Lewis and Clark Wildlife Refuge, the Columbia River Gorge, and Hells Canyon.

Embark on a 16-day Mississippi River cruise from Minnesota to Louisiana aboard American Serenade, exploring St. Paul to New Orleans with stops in La Crosse, Dubuque, Davenport, Hannibal, St. Louis, Memphis, Vicksburg, and Natchez. Enjoy onboard activities, stunning scenery, and experiences like the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and more.

Cruise America's great river on this 15-day itinerary aboard Viking Mississippi. Journey from St. Paul, Minnesota to New Orleans, Louisiana and explore highlights of the mighty Mississippi River. Along the way, visit historic ports such as St. Louis, Memphis, Baton Rouge, and more.

The American Queen sails the Mississippi, Ohio, and Tennessee rivers on five- to 14-night theme cruises. Cruises depart from New Orleans, Memphis, St. Louis, St. Paul, Louisville, Nashville and Cincinnati. Victorian design, floor to ceiling windows, the front Porch Cafe, and River Grill and Bar Theater distinguish her majesty.

Combining the best of the old and the new American Duchess epitomizes the grace and grandeur that have made cruising on the Mississippi River a cherished American tradition for more than two centuries. Suites range from 180 to 550 square feet - some of the largest accommodations on the Mississippi. Unique to the American Duchess are her Loft Suites which feature two stories enhanced by floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies.

American Countess welcomes 245 guests along the Tennessee, Ohio, Cumberland, and Mississippi Rivers. Her sleek, contemporary design offers plenty of open space for gathering and sharing the fun. Savor fresh regional cuisine from America's heartland and hang out at the portside bar with an 80-foot view floor to ceiling windows offering panoramic views of the shoreline morning, noon and night.

The American Empress is an authentic paddle wheel river boat cruising the Columbia and Snake Rivers. Proudly serving as the largest overnight riverboat west of the Mississippi River, the American Empress guests will delight in the luxurious modern amenities, gracious service and endless authentic experiences of the American Northwest.