American Song
Intimate ship
The 186-passenger ship American Song from fast-expanding American Cruise Lines launched in 2018 and sails Columbia and Snake River itineraries in 2019.
- 184guests
- 5,400gross tons
- 0cruises now
At a glance
American Song is an intimate-size cruise ship operated by American Cruise Lines, in service since 2018. It carries 184 guests and 60 crew (3.1 guests per crew member) at 5,400 gross tons. It ties with 1 other ship as the 3rd largest of 20 American Cruise Lines ships by guest capacity.
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Specs
- Guests
- 184
- Crew
- 60
- Gross tons
- 5,400
- Decks
- 5
- Length
- 269 ft
- Beam
- 59 ft
- Maiden voyage
- 2018
- Space ratio
- 3.1
- Gross tons per guest
- Guests per crew
- 3.1
- Speed (mph)
- 14
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Our review
American Song: Low-key river cruising in Pacific Northwest
The 186-passenger ship American Song became the 10th ship from fast-expanding American Cruise Lines in 2018. The ship integrates contemporary design while maintaining the comfort level that American Cruise Lines is popular for. Quieter, wider and faster than other river ships, it is among the most environmentally friendly in the industry.
American Song plies the Snake and Columbia rivers in the Pacific Northwest, starting out in Portland.
American Song features modern décor and amenities, modern technologies, the largest staterooms in the river ship space and private balconies in every room, offering great views of the passing landscapes. In the intimate atmosphere on board, passengers will find spacious lounges, observation decks and well-lit, spacious dining venues, both inside and on deck.
Who will like sailing on American Song
This intimate cruise ship will appeal to a generally older, low-key crowd who enjoy sightseeing and guided tours of small harbors and natural landscapes in an unhurried atmosphere.
Where American Song sails
American Song features 7- and 10-night sailings along the Columbia and Snake rivers and in the Mount St. Helens area in the Pacific Northwest.
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What to expect on board
Passengers can expect complimentary Wi-Fi, an exercise workout room, evening entertainment that focuses on music and history, onboard historians and naturalists, and personalized service. In the roomy atmosphere on board, you'll find spacious lounges and observation decks that offer spectacular views of the passing landscapes. The ship has elevators to all decks. American Cruise Lines’ fares do not include shore excursions, service charges or port charges and fees.
Like its sister ship American Harmony, American Song sports a four-level atrium topped with a skylight, an all-balcony cabin arrangement and two Grand Suites with 900 square feet of space.
Staterooms
Like its sister ships, American Song offers the largest staterooms among river ships. All cabins aboard American Song offer private balconies and range in size from 250 to 900 square feet. Two cabins designed specifically for solo travelers are available, while three different categories of suites are available for passengers who'd like to spread out.
The majority of staterooms have private balconies and feature hotel-like bathrooms and large picture windows that open. Accommodations have twin or king-size beds, satellite television with DVD players and Internet access. Guests are welcome to have visitors on board.
Expanded fleet
American Song brings American Cruise Lines’ fleet up to 11 vessels, helping solidify the company’s position as the largest U.S. river cruise line. Offering more than 35 itineraries, the line’s sailings vary from four to 21 nights in length in regions in the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, New England, the Southeast and the entire Mississippi River system.
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On board highlights
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Main lounge
Dining
Where to eat on American Song
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Inside and out
Dining 3
Local cuisine is featured during every sailing on American Harmony. 
Enjoy specially prepared desserts during your sailing on American Song. 
Take advantage of room service during your sailing on American Cruise Lines.
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Head to the main lounge of American Song for great views of the Mississippi River. 
Personalized service is a hallmark of sailings on American Song. 
American Song showcases a four-story glass-enclosed atrium with a large domed skylight, which serves as the central gathering point for the ship.
Staterooms 1
The spacious Owners Suite aboard the 186-passenger American Song river boat.
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American Song debuted in 2018 as the 10th river ship from American Cruise Lines. 
Stroll up the gangway to begin your American Song voyage along the Mississippi.
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