US River Cruises
The historic rivers of the United States offer a truly unique and enriching vacation experience. Few vacations are able to offer such exclusivity as a US River Cruise. Possibilities include paddlewheel ships that cruise through the Mississippi River, as well as port-filled itineraries aboard intimate ships in the rivers of Memphis, New Orleans, Ohio, and many other areas. Cruises along the scenic Columbia and Snake Rivers allow you to follow the journeys of Lewis & Clark.
The one-of-a-kind, intimate atmosphere onboard these ships make it much more possible to enjoy American culture as you never have before. Plus, river cruise lines have fabulous, regionally-inspired cuisine, matched perfectly by an attentive and well-trained staff. Whether it’s enjoying ribs in Memphis, jambalaya in New Orleans, in or crab legs in New England, you can expect a fine culinary experience.
US Rivers Cruises are typically 7- to 14-nights, although there are some shorter and longer options available. The best time of the year to book this kind of cruise depends on which river you will be sailing. For example, autumn is a good time to book a Hudson River cruise because of the area’s colorful fall foliage. On the other hand, a Columbia & Snake River cruise is closer to the Pacific Northwest (where it can be a bit rainy), so it is best to book during the late spring and summer, when the weather is more likely to be beautiful.
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Select river cruises cannot be booked online. If you find that the river cruise you're interested in cannot be booked online, or if you'd just prefer to book over the phone with one of our River Cruise Experts, please contact us.
The following is a glimpse of what you can expect on a US River Cruise, by region:
Mississippi River
A Mississippi River cruise makes it possible to experience states such as Louisiana, Mississippi, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Montana, Tennessee, and Kentucky as you’ve never dreamed you could. Mississippi River cruises are perfect for everybody, history buffs and music lovers in particular. You can learn all about the Civil War, Mark Twain, Jazz Music, and Blues. Learn more about Mississippi River cruises.
Columbia and Snake Rivers
Columbia and Snake Rivers cruises will bring you through the U.S. Pacific Northwest, to states like Oregon and Washington. Some Columbia and Snake Rivers itineraries also include destinations such as Alaska, the San Juan Islands, and British Columbia. These cruises are perfect for history buffs, as you can trace the route of legendary explorers Lewis and Clark. Nature-lovers will appreciate the many waterfalls, volcanos, and walking trails that are along the way. Learn more about Columbia and Snake Rivers cruises.
Hudson River
Located on the U.S. East Coast, Hudson River cruises will bring you to some of the best highlights of upstate New York. These cruises are a wonderful way to get a taste of the city life (where you can see icons like Times Square and the State of Liberty) before whisking you away to the quaint atmosphere of Hyde Park, Sleepy Hollow, and the Catskills. Nature-lovers won’t get enough of the beautiful foliage in the fall, and history buffs can even discover the history and significance West Point Military Academy. Learn more about Hudson River cruises.
