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Forget a world cruise and see the wonders of the United States on this extended journey with American Cruise Lines.

This year was all about months-long world cruises. But next year? We've got our eyes on a 51-day river cruise — and there's no passport needed.

American Cruise Lines' "Great United States" itinerary is far more than a typical river cruise. In fact, it spans three separate cruises (including an ocean cruise!), two flights, and a land-based tour that travels to 15 states in total.

Sail through Europe, Asia, the U.S. and more on one of these exquisite river cruise lines.

If you'd like to take a cruise but aren't interested in the hustle and bustle of a massive ocean liner, consider a river cruise. River cruises offer the chance to visit lesser-known ports around the world, thanks to the small size and maneuverability of the vessels. These sailings are known to provide exceptional, personalized service, as most welcome fewer than 200 guests at a time.

The Mighty Mississippi is one of the longest and most storied waterways in America. Cruises on the river offer a unique vantage point from which to experience the history and culture of the country’s heartland.

American Cruise Lines operates five ships on the Mississippi River, which include two paddlewheelers, American Splendor and American Heritage, along with three modern river boats: American Melody, American Symphony, and American Serenade. The company offers eight river cruises on the Mississippi and four cruises that further explore its tributaries on the Ohio, Cumberland, and Tennessee rivers.

Our Seldon Summer Skedaddle (as we like to call it), had us driving up to Quebec City for a big city fix, spending three weeks exploring three different provinces of Canada (New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Nova Scotia) and then boarding the new 100-passenger Coastal Cat, American Liberty,  for a 7-night American Cruise Lines New England Islands cruise, sailing roundtrip from Providence, Rhode Island.

Many of the passengers that were sailing on our full cruise had sailed with American previously and were simply exploring a new itinerary. Others were seasoned cruisers, but it was their first experience with American, like us. In either case, the passengers we spoke with during our week-long cruise were very pleased with their experience. As were we.

American Cruise Lines is a 2024 winner in two categories: Small Ships and River Ships.

Lighthouses, lobsters, and beautiful views…hear all about cruising coastal New England with American Cruise Lines, from Travel Guru, Michelle Newman.