New For 2026
This new modern riverboat begins sailing the Columbia & Snake Rivers in May 2026.
American Encore
ACL was founded in this decade.
1970s
A 52-day “Map of the 2026 Great United States Cruise” sails between these two cities.
Portland, OR to Boston, MA
Included in the cruise fare along with meals and entertainment.
gratuities, drinks, entertainment
ACL’s fleet sails exclusively under this country’s flag.
United States
Two new small coastal “Patriot Class” ships launching in 2026 are these.
American Maverick & American Ranger
ACL’s founder, Charles A. Robertson, began the company with this family member.
His wife Carol
In 2026 ACL’s first cruise program includes these inland freshwater seas.
Great Lakes
This shipboard space often features local experts, performances, and enrichment talks.
lounge - Chesapeake Room
ACL ships typically carry between this many guests.
90–185 guests
ACL is adding this many new itineraries for 2026.
11 New Itineraries
The company prides itself on having the largest of these on any river cruise ship.
Largest staterooms
ACL’s new Northwest National Parks cruise departs from this Washington State city.
Tacoma, WA
All ACL ships include these service charges in the fare—no upsells.
gratuities included
ACL’s headquarters is located in this Connecticut town.
Guilford, Connecticut
The American Encore riverboat features 100% of this type of private space.
100% private balcony staterooms
ACL has operated for more than this many years.
50+ years
The Revolutionary War Cruise of 2026 sails from Albany to this U.S. capital.
Washington, D.C.
Prior to embarkation, this is included as part of every ACL cruise for 2026.
Complimentary hotel stay
ACL’s Project Blue series is focused on this type of cruising.
small ships
One of ACL’s 2026 extended cruises explores seven U.S. National Parks and these island waters in the Pacific Northwest.
Puget Sound & San Juan Islands
ACL builds all of its ships in this U.S. state’s shipyard.
Chesapeake Shipbuilding, Maryland
Among ACL’s Great Lakes itineraries is this 14-day cruise named after these freshwater bodies of water.
American Great Lakes
Alongside social lounges, many ACL ships feature this type of onboard wellness space.
fitness center / walking track
In 2025, the company won over 20 of these industry acknowledgments.
23+ awards in 2025