Are you looking to celebrate Thanksgiving out on America’s waterways? Allow us to treat you to a fun and festive Thanksgiving cruise that visits unique ports only our small ships can access. Begin a new holiday tradition on board with the American Cruise Lines family.
Benefits of Spending Thanksgiving on a Cruise
Leave the hosting to us and join us for a festive Thanksgiving on a cruise. No need to set the table, wait for the turkey to defrost, or cook for your hungry crowd. We’ll make your holiday smooth sailing, so all you have to do is sit back, watch the river go by, and enjoy the very best parts of Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving Cruise Destinations to Explore
We have six unique itineraries that cruise during Thanksgiving. Our Lower Mississippi River cruise, Historic Mississippi River cruise, Florida Gulf Coast & Keys cruise, Grand Florida Coast & Keys cruise, Great Rivers of Florida cruise, and Southeast Sea Islands cruise all ensure you’ll have a warm and festive Thanksgiving.
Discover Historic Savannah, GA
When you cruise on our Southeast Sea Islands itinerary, you’ll stop in the timeless city of Savannah, GA. As you wander the historic district brimming with architectural artistry from the 18th and 19th centuries, there’s no shortage of exciting excursions to experience. Hop on the Old Town Trolley and learn more about the city with a narrated tour, covering over 100 points of interest. If you’re looking to hear Savannah’s spookier stories, our Dark Side of Savannah excursion shares tales of the Revolutionary and Civil Wars and the many haunted spots around the city. Travel back in time at the American Prohibition Museum and explore an iconic era of American history. At the end of your tour, live like a real bootlegger and enjoy a hidden libation in a secret speakeasy.
Sightseeing in Jacksonville, FL
If you’re looking to take a Thanksgiving cruise from Florida, our Great Rivers of Florida cruise is a roundtrip from Jacksonville, FL. You can start your voyage early with an optional Pre-Cruise package in this sunny city. When we return to Jacksonville, we’ll take you on a complimentary motor coach-guided tour of the city. Learn about the exploits of the city’s namesake, Andrew Jackson, the Great Fire of 1901, and see the iconic Friendship Fountain. At night, relax on an open-air pontoon boat ride along the St. Johns River as the sun sets behind the sparkling city.
Enjoy Sunny Key West, FL
On a roundtrip cruise from St. Petersburg, FL, our Florida Gulf Coast & Keys itinerary will take you to the quirky island of Key West. Known for its roosters roaming the streets, the stealthy six-toed cats of the Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum, and, of course, the tangy dessert that bears its name: key lime pie. With 20 dedicated excursions and two days in port, there’s so much to see, do, and try in Key West. Whether you want to visit the Key West Butterfly Garden and Conservatory, spot dolphins on a catamaran, take a seaplane to Dry Tortugas National Park, or sip rum and roll your own cigar at the Hemingway Rum Company and Rodriguez Cigar Factory, there’s no shortage of sunny sights to see in Key West, FL.
Cruise With American Cruise Lines During Thanksgiving
Enjoy a festive-themed cruise with American Cruise Lines during the holiday season. Ditch the dishes and pull up a seat on any of our Thanksgiving cruises without missing out on your favorite holiday fixings. We’ll serve up a classic Thanksgiving meal complete with all your favorites, and with our small ships adorned in holiday garb, an inspired cocktail hour, and personalized service, you’ll feel like a part of the American Cruise Lines family with plenty to give thanks for.
