American Splendor

American Splendor

Enjoy incredible shore excursions while sailing along the mighty Mississippi River aboard American Splendor. Learn Civil War history, explore the origin of jass, and experience destinations from New Orleans, LA all the way to cities along the Lower Mississippi River, such as Natchez, MS, and Memphis, TN. Have adventures that may make you feel like you’re a part of Mark Twain’s legendary book, Huckleberry Finn!

Take the 9-day Music Cities cruise and relish beautiful landscapes while visiting "musical" cities along the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers. Those who wish to tour Elvis Presley's Graceland Guest House can order the optional Graceland pre-cruise package. Besides, American Splendor offers Great Smoky Mountains voyages with a stop at America's most visited national park and Tennessee Rivers cruises with bluegrass, country, and rock'n'roll music onboard the ship.

Launched in 2016, the 180-passenger American Splendor, formerly America, is a part of American Cruise Lines' fleet. Like her sister ships, American Heritage and American Pride, the classic paddlewheeler’s design invokes reminisces of earlier times on the river, embodying a casual ambiance and relaxed atmosphere while providing panoramic views of the passing scenery. Spacious staterooms, fine furnishings, and private balconies make American Splendor comparable to a world-class hotel, not to mention her mouthwatering cuisine and onboard enrichment programs. American Splendor’s itinerary primarily features cruises along the lower Mississippi, Ohio, and Tennessee Rivers and New Orleans.

Staterooms & Suites

Accommodations aboard American Splendor range in size from 203 square feet for a single-occupancy oceanview stateroom to 445 square feet for a suite, making them some of the largest in the industry. Each stateroom features:

• Free Wi-Fi;
• All the amenities you need for a comfortable stay;
• Full-size bathroom w/amenities;
• Satellite TVs with DVD players, and much more!

The majority of staterooms on American Splendor ship have private balconies with full sliding glass doors that provide picture-perfect panoramic views. All accommodations have a Keurig coffee maker, telephone, hair dryer, safe, flat-screen TV, a King bed, and other amenities for an unforgettable and relaxing American Splendor cruise.

Dining Options

American Splendor’s onboard chefs help immerse you further into local culture and tradition by taking the very best of ingredients from the farms and vineyards you visit along the way and combining them into fantastic meals. From locally sourced sea scallops seasoned with zesty Cajun spices to meticulously prepared beef tenderloin and lobster tail and creole-inspired bread pudding topped with warm whiskey caramel or homemade peach and blackberry cobbler, you definitely don’t want to miss out on the amazing culinary experience.

Your dream vacation is just one click or call away. Don’t miss out on the exclusive savings and limited-time deals you’ll get by booking with us. Contact us now to start instantly saving on your next voyage aboard American Splendor.

Ship Highlights

Great Onboard Amenities

Aboard American Splendor, you can enjoy similar itineraries as offered by American Cruise Lines' modern riverboats, but with a nostalgic steamboat flair.

• American Splendor features multiple lounges, including the Sky Lounge, River Lounge, and Paddlewheel Lounge, all of which are decorated with locally acquired antiques to accent your authentic experience, and furnished with comfortable seating so you can relax and enjoy the passing landscape.
• Afternoon tea service is available in the Sky Lounge where you can sip on a hot cup of tea and mingle with your fellow guests, some of whom may become your new friends.
• American Splendor also has an open-air exercise area, a glass-enclosed dining salon with open seating, a well-stocked library, onboard entertainment and a sun deck with a putting green and comfortable lounging furniture.

Included in Your Fare

On American Splendor, you can enjoy incredible dining service, complimentary cocktail hours every evening, wine and beer served each afternoon and evening, all gourmet meals, at least one shore excursion every day, evening entertainment, gratuities, port charges, and much more, all included in your fare.

Your ticket to relaxation and rejuvenation awaits, as do big savings and exclusive offers. Call us now - we’re ready to assist you today!