American Empress

Proudly serving America’s western rivers, the American Empress delivers classic elegance and modern luxury on a grand scale. One step onboard and you will quickly discover that there is far more to this vessel than her welcoming appearance and signature red paddlewheel.

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Ship Profile
Boasting a vast collection of some of the finest historical artifacts and artwork of the Native Alaska, Russian, Gold Rush and sternwheeler eras, the corridors of the American Empress hold nearly as much beauty and intrigue as the dramatic scenery unfolding on the river outside.

Join the American Empress for a paddlewheel cruise through America’s Pacific Northwest. Indulge yourself with delicious, onboard dining choices, welcoming staff and country club ambiance.

American Queen Steamboat Company is strongly committed to preserving the marine environment and continually strives to do our part in keeping America's waterways cleaner.

Each American Empress cruise includes:
• All meals
• Hop-On Hop-Off shore excursions by a fleet of dedicated deluxe motorcoaches
• 1 night pre-cruise hotel stay
• Complimentary wine & beer with dinner on board
• Free on board internet
• 24 hour room service
• Complimentary cappuccino, expresso, bottled water and soft drinks throughout your voyage
• The attentive service of an all-American staff
• Daily lectures by American Queen’s `Riverlorian` - a history and culture expert
• Evening entertainment

Amenities
- Flatscreen Television
- Private Bathroom with shower
Ship Details
- Cruise Type: River
- Maiden Voyage: 2003
- Refurbished: 2014
- Tonnage:
- Length: 360 feet
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- Speed:
- Ship Registration: USA
- Passenger Space:
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 221
- Crew Size:
- Nationality of Crew: American
- Nationality of Officers: American
- Nationality of Dining Staff: American
- Onboard Currency: US Dollars
Itineraries
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- - Date:19 Jul 20
  - Cruise:American Empress, Pacific Northwest Splendour ex Vancouver to Clarkston
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- - Date:26 Jul 20
  - Cruise:American Empress, Beauty & Bounty of Nature ex Spokane (Clarkston) to Vancouver
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- - Date:2 Aug 20
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- - Date:9 Aug 20
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- - Date:16 Aug 20
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- - Date:23 Aug 20
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- - Date:30 Aug 20
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- - Date:6 Sep 20
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- - Date:13 Sep 20
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- - Date:20 Sep 20
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- - Date:27 Sep 20
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- - Date:4 Oct 20
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- - Date:11 Oct 20
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- - Date:25 Oct 20
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- - Date:1 Nov 20
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- - Date:8 Nov 20
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- - Date:15 Nov 20
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- - Date:22 Nov 20
  - Cruise:American Empress, Magnificent Pacific Northwest ex Vancouver Return
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- - Date:27 Nov 20
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- - Date:1 Dec 20
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- - Date:5 Dec 20
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- - Date:14 Mar 21
  - Cruise:American Empress, Pacific Northwest ex Vancouver to Clarkston
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- - Date:21 Mar 21
  - Cruise:American Empress, Columbia & Snake Rivers ex Spokane (Clarkston) to Vancouver
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- - Date:28 Mar 21
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- - Date:4 Apr 21
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- - Date:11 Apr 21
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- - Date:18 Apr 21
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- - Date:25 Apr 21
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- - Date:2 May 21
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- - Date:9 May 21
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- - Date:16 May 21
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- - Date:23 May 21
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- - Date:30 May 21
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- - Date:6 Jun 21
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- - Date:13 Jun 21
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- - Date:20 Jun 21
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- - Date:27 Jun 21
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- - Date:4 Jul 21
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- - Date:11 Jul 21
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- - Date:18 Jul 21
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- - Date:25 Jul 21
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- - Date:1 Aug 21
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- - Date:8 Aug 21
  - Cruise:American Empress, Columbia & Snake Rivers ex Spokane (Clarkston) to Vancouver
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- - Date:15 Aug 21
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- - Date:22 Aug 21
  - Cruise:American Empress, Columbia & Snake Rivers ex Spokane (Clarkston) to Vancouver
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- - Date:29 Aug 21
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- - Date:5 Sep 21
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- - Date:12 Sep 21
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- - Date:19 Sep 21
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- - Date:26 Sep 21
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- - Date:3 Oct 21
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- - Date:10 Oct 21
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- - Date:17 Oct 21
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- - Date:24 Oct 21
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- - Date:31 Oct 21
  - Cruise:American Empress, Columbia & Snake Rivers ex Spokane (Clarkston) to Vancouver
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- - Date:7 Nov 21
  - Cruise:American Empress, Pacific Northwest ex Vancouver to Clarkston
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- - Date:14 Nov 21
  - Cruise:American Empress, Columbia & Snake Rivers ex Spokane (Clarkston) to Vancouver
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- - Date:21 Nov 21
  - Cruise:American Empress, Magnificent Pacific Northwest 2021 ex Vancouver Return
  - Nights:6 nights
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- - Date:26 Nov 21
  - Cruise:American Empress, Magnificent Pacific Northwest 2021 ex Vancouver Return
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- - Date:1 Dec 21
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Deck Plans & Cabins
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- - Level 03
  - Discovery Deck
- - Level 01
  - Explorer Deck
- - Level 02
  - Frontier Deck
- - Level 04
  - Vista View Deck
Dining

Every meal aboard the American Queen is an affair to remember. Regina Charboneau, our Culinary Director and celebrated American chef, draws her inspiration from our great Heartland has created a movable, delectable feast for you to indulge in. From piping hot beignets and bananas foster French toast for breakfast to succulent five-course dinners, every day celebrates the culinary senses.

Creations Befitting a Queen
Even more astounding than the choices you will find on our menus are your daily choices of dining venues. The opulent J.M. White Dining Saloon is the centerpiece, serving breakfasts, lunches and dinners that are befittingly grand. The Front Porch of America offers a wide variety of classic American favorites and can satisfy any craving, at any time, as it is open 24 hours. The Calliope Grill serves up views as spectacular as the grilled fare and fresh salads and offers romantic, alfresco dining in the evenings. Should you be feeling peckish in the wee hours, you will find the Moonlight Supper in the Engine Room Bar offers surprising midnight delights.

BREAKFAST
Early Riser Coffee and Beignets / Front Porch of America
Buffet Breakfast / Grand Saloon
Traditional Breakfast Service / J.M. White Dining Room

LUNCH
Buffet Luncheon / Grand Saloon
Traditional Luncheon / J.M. White Dining Room
Alfresco Lunch / River Grill

DINNER
Traditional Dinner / J.M. White Dining Room
Alfresco Dinner / River Grill

SNACKS AND SANDWICHES
24-Hour Dining Service / Front Porch of America
Afternoon Ice Cream & Cookies / Front Porch of America
Traditional Po’Boy Sandwiches / River Grill
Elegant Southern Tea / Ladies’ Parlor
Pre-Dinner Canapés & Hors d’Oeuvres / Main Deck
Moonlight Supper / Engine Room Bar

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