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American Song: ship guide

The first modern American riverboat, 180 guests, now on the Columbia and Snake Rivers.

Best for: Travelers who want a modern, glass-filled riverboat with a balcony in every stateroom for the Lewis and Clark route, or the national parks package that adds Yellowstone and Glacier. Sails from Portland, OR, Clarkston, WA, Jackson, WY in 2026 and 2027.

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American Song
American Song
180guests at double occupancy
5decks
2018entered service

About American Song

American Song launched in 2018 as the first contemporary riverboat ever built in the United States and the flagship of the American Riverboat series. The 180-guest ship introduced the design that the fleet has followed since: a four-story glass-enclosed atrium with a domed skylight as the central gathering point, lounges soaring 40 feet above the water with triple the glass of older riverboats, a Bow Terrace, a bow ramp for walking straight ashore, and a Sky Walk track on the sun deck for scenic strides.

Every stateroom has a private balcony. Sky Suites on decks 3 and 4 measure 515 square feet with a separate bedroom and living room, a breakfast bar and a 25-foot wraparound balcony; Veranda Suites are at least 350 square feet on three decks; Premium and Deluxe Balcony rooms are 300 square feet; Standard Balcony rooms on the Main and second decks are 275 square feet; and Single Balcony rooms of at least 250 square feet serve solo travelers. Elevators reach all passenger decks, and the Sky Lounge, River Lounge, three midship lounges, The Study, Back Porch Cafe, fitness center and guest laundry round out the ship.

Although American Song began life on the Mississippi, for 2026 and 2027 it is based in the Pacific Northwest, sailing the eight-night Columbia and Snake Rivers Cruise one way between Portland, Oregon, and Clarkston, Washington, with departures in both directions from October 2026 through the 2027 season. From June to September 2027 it also operates the 14- and 15-night National Parks and Legendary Rivers package that pairs the river cruise with Yellowstone, Grand Teton and Glacier national parks, ending or starting in Jackson, Wyoming.

  • The first contemporary riverboat built in the United States, launched in 2018
  • Four-story glass atrium with a domed skylight at the heart of the ship
  • Sky Suites of 515 square feet with a separate bedroom and a 25-foot wraparound balcony
  • A private balcony on every stateroom, from 275 to 515 square feet
  • Sky Walk walking track and sun deck high above the river
  • Lounges 40 feet above the water with triple the glass of traditional riverboats
  • Back Porch Cafe, Sky Lounge, River Lounge, three midship lounges and The Study
  • Elevator access to all passenger decks, fitness center and bow ramp for easy boarding

Staterooms and suites

Sky Suite

515 square feet on decks 3 and 4 with a designated bedroom and separate living room with TV, dining area, breakfast bar and daily restocked refrigerator, a double-vanity bathroom and floor-to-ceiling glass doors to a 25-foot private balcony with table, chairs and a chaise.

Grand Suite

Spacious suites the line describes as roomy enough to host small cocktail parties or private dinners; American Cruise Lines does not publish the square footage.

Veranda Suite

At least 350 square feet on decks 2, 3 and 4 with a seating area with table and chairs, stocked refrigerator, king bed, a large shower and floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors to a private balcony.

Premium and Deluxe Balcony

300 square feet with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors and a private balcony: Premium Balcony on the sought-after deck 4, Deluxe Balcony 1 on deck 3 and Deluxe Balcony 2 on deck 2.

Standard Balcony

275 square feet with full-size furniture and plenty of storage: Standard Balcony 1 on deck 2 has floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, Standard Balcony 2 on the Main Deck has picture windows and a push door to the balcony.

Single Balcony

At least 250 square feet on decks 2, 3 and 4 sold for solo travelers, with a full-size bed, sitting area, large shower and floor-to-ceiling glass doors to a private balcony.

American Song deck plans

Deck by deck, straight from our booking engine: the plan, the stateroom categories on that deck and the public rooms. Pick a deck.

Deck 5 plan

Deck 5

Sun Shade, Sun Deck, Sky Walk.

Plans are the cruise line’s current drawings as supplied to our booking engine. Layouts change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the exact stateroom when you book.

On board American Song

Sundeck
Sundeck
Sky Lounge
Sky Lounge
River Lounge
River Lounge
Lounge
Lounge
Dining Room
Dining Room
Bow Terrace
Bow Terrace
Atrium
Atrium
Sundeck
Sundeck
Sky Lounge
Sky Lounge
River Lounge
River Lounge
Lounge
Lounge
Dining Room
Dining Room

Dining on American Song

RestaurantIncluded

Glass-enclosed Main Deck dining room with open seating and menus of American specialties from locally sourced ingredients, with Northwest salmon, Walla Walla produce and Washington and Oregon wines.

Back Porch CafeIncluded

Casual cafe on deck 4 beside the Sky Lounge for lighter meals, grill favorites and snacks with river views.

Cocktail hourIncluded

A complimentary cocktail hour with full bar, top-shelf spirits and hors d’oeuvres is hosted every evening before dinner.

Lounges and The StudyIncluded

Coffee, soft drinks and snacks are available around the clock in the lounges and The Study on deck 3.

Drinks policyIncluded

All meals, snacks and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are included in the fare, with wine and beer poured at lunch and dinner.

Entertainment and activities

  • Nightly performances by Northwest musicians in the River Lounge
  • Onboard expert giving daily talks on Lewis and Clark, the Oregon Trail and Columbia Gorge geology
  • Sky Walk track and sun deck on the top deck for laps with a view of the locks and the Gorge
  • Four-story glass atrium and Bow Terrace for watching the river ahead
  • Sky Lounge aft with a skylight, three midship lounges and The Study for quiet time
  • At least one complimentary featured excursion in every port, with premium tours such as Hells Canyon jet boats
  • Fitness center on deck 2 with cardio equipment and free weights
  • Complimentary pre-cruise hotel night in Portland or Clarkston with transfer to the ship

Families and who it suits

American Cruise Lines has no children’s program or kids’ facilities and does not publish a minimum age; the ship, its lectures and its included excursions are designed for adult travelers, so ask SmartCruiser before booking a child.

Best for: Travelers who want a modern, glass-filled riverboat with a balcony in every stateroom for the Lewis and Clark route, or the national parks package that adds Yellowstone and Glacier.

Sails from: Portland, OR, Clarkston, WA, Jackson, WY · Regions: Columbia and Snake Rivers, National Parks and Legendary Rivers

American Song questions we answer every day

How big is American Song?
American Song is a 180-guest American Riverboat launched in 2018, with four passenger decks plus a sun deck and an elevator serving every passenger deck. Its four-story glass atrium, Sky Lounge, River Lounge, three midship lounges, Back Porch Cafe, The Study, Bow Terrace, Sky Walk, fitness center and guest laundry set the pattern for the whole series. American Cruise Lines does not publish its tonnage, length or crew count.
Where does American Song sail in 2026 and 2027?
American Song sails the eight-night Columbia and Snake Rivers Cruise one way between Portland, Oregon, and Clarkston, Washington, with weekly departures in each direction from October 2026 and throughout 2027. From June 8 to mid-September 2027 it also runs the National Parks and Legendary Rivers package, 14 or 15 nights between Portland and Jackson, Wyoming, that adds Yellowstone, Grand Teton and Glacier national parks to the river cruise.
Which staterooms are best on American Song?
Every room has a private balcony. The Sky Suites on decks 3 and 4 are 515 square feet with a separate bedroom and a 25-foot wraparound balcony. Premium Balcony rooms on deck 4 are 300 square feet beside the Sky Lounge and Back Porch Cafe. Standard Balcony 1 on deck 2 gives 275 square feet with floor-to-ceiling glass doors for a lower fare than the deluxe grades, and solo travelers have Single Balcony rooms of at least 250 square feet.
What is included in the fare on American Song?
American Cruise Lines is all-inclusive: all meals and snacks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, the nightly cocktail hour, onboard entertainment and enrichment, at least one featured shore excursion in each port, gratuities, port charges and a pre-cruise hotel night with transfer to the ship. SmartCruiser adds bonus onboard credit on sailings where American Cruise Lines allows it, not available when you book direct.
Does American Song still sail the Mississippi?
Not in the published 2026 and 2027 schedule. American Song launched on the Mississippi in 2018, but American Cruise Lines now lists it only on the Columbia and Snake Rivers between Portland and Clarkston and on the National Parks and Legendary Rivers package. Mississippi sailings are covered by the newer riverboats American Melody, American Symphony, American Serenade and American Jazz and the paddlewheelers American Heritage and American Splendor.
What is the National Parks and Legendary Rivers package?
It combines the eight-night Columbia and Snake Rivers Cruise on American Song with a guided land program through Glacier, Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks, for a total of 14 or 15 nights between Portland, Oregon, and Jackson, Wyoming, in either direction. Hotels, transportation and sightseeing on the land portion are part of the package, and departures run from June to September 2027.

Facts checked against American Cruise Lines: American Song, American Cruise Lines: dates and fares for American Song, American Cruise Lines: Columbia and Snake Rivers Cruise, American Cruise Lines: all-inclusive on October 14, 2026. Ship details change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the current layout when you book.

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