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6-Night Trip on American Empress

Roundtrip Portland, OR (Vancouver)

Hotel Stay in Vancouver, WA to Vancouver, WA (Disembark)

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Explore popular port cities like Vancouver and Astoria as you cruise along the Columbia River on our roundtrip river cruises from Portland. Cruising along the Columbia River presents an adventure divine. No language can accurately capture it; the serene Pacific Northwest cannot be held within wordsmithery. Its spirit flows more freely than poetry, and says more than anyone ever could. It glides smoothly against the body’s borders, and in the midst of it all, invites you to experience a moment, a memory, a revelation that is yours alone.

6 Nights Starting At
March 10, 2024 through March 16, 2024
Book by:
March 06, 2024 7:00 PM
Cabin Cat: C
Inside Outside Balcony Suite
N/A $1,999.00
Cat: D
$333.17 per night
$1,399.00
Cat: C
$233.17 per night
$3,599.00
Cat: A
$599.83 per night
More Pricing Information
Inside Outside
N/A $1,999.00
Cat: D
$333.17 per night
Balcony Suite
$1,399.00
Cat: C
$233.17 per night
$3,599.00
Cat: A
$599.83 per night
More Pricing Information
Itinerary Overview
Day 1
Hotel Stay in Vancouver, WA
Depart: 06:00 PM
Day 2
Arrive: 05:00 AM
Depart: 06:00 PM
Day 3
Arrive: 06:00 AM
Depart: 08:00 PM
Day 4
Arrive: 05:00 AM
Depart: 11:00 PM
Day 5
River Cruising
Day 6
Arrive: 08:00 AM
Depart: 11:00 PM
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Dates & prices
Additional
Offers
Inside Outside Balcony Suite
March 10, 2024

to March 16, 2024

6 Nights from $1,399.00 (USD) Per Person
Cabin Cat: C
March 06, 2024 7:00 PM
N/A
$1,999.00
USD
Cat: D
$333.17 per night
$1,399.00
USD
Cat: C
$233.17 per night
$3,599.00
USD
Cat: A
$599.83 per night
November 26, 2023

to December 02, 2023

6 Nights from $2,099.00 (USD) Per Person
Cabin Cat: C
November 22, 2023 7:00 PM
N/A
$2,199.00
USD
Cat: D
$366.50 per night
$2,099.00
USD
Cat: C
$349.83 per night
$3,499.00
USD
Cat: A
$583.17 per night
November 24, 2024

to November 30, 2024

6 Nights from $2,199.00 (USD) Per Person
Cabin Cat: C
November 20, 2024 7:00 PM
N/A
$2,799.00
USD
Cat: D
$466.50 per night
$2,199.00
USD
Cat: C
$366.50 per night
$4,399.00
USD
Cat: A
$733.17 per night
December 01, 2024

to December 07, 2024

6 Nights from $1,399.00 (USD) Per Person
Cabin Cat: C
November 27, 2024 7:00 PM
N/A
$1,999.00
USD
Cat: D
$333.17 per night
$1,399.00
USD
Cat: C
$233.17 per night
$3,599.00
USD
Cat: A
$599.83 per night
Additional
Offers
March 10, 2024

March 16, 2024

November 26, 2023

December 02, 2023

November 24, 2024

November 30, 2024

December 01, 2024

December 07, 2024

Inside
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Outside
$1,999.00
USD
Cat: D
$333.17 per night
$2,199.00
USD
Cat: D
$366.50 per night
$2,799.00
USD
Cat: D
$466.50 per night
$1,999.00
USD
Cat: D
$333.17 per night
Balcony
$1,399.00
USD
Cat: C
$233.17 per night
$2,099.00
USD
Cat: C
$349.83 per night
$2,199.00
USD
Cat: C
$366.50 per night
$1,399.00
USD
Cat: C
$233.17 per night
Suite
$3,599.00
USD
Cat: A
$599.83 per night
$3,499.00
USD
Cat: A
$583.17 per night
$4,399.00
USD
Cat: A
$733.17 per night
$3,599.00
USD
Cat: A
$599.83 per night

About American Empress

Ship Overview
American Empress
Proudly serving as the largest overnight riverboat west of the Mississippi River, the American Empress cruises the Columbia and Snake Rivers delivering a rich sense of history in modern comfort.

Boasting a vast collection of some of the most intricate artifacts and artwork of Native Alaska, Russia, the Gold Rush and the sternwheeler era in and around Portland, Oregon, the corridors of our Columbia and Snake River cruise boat hold nearly as much beauty and intrigue as the dramatic scenery unfolding on the river outside.

We invite you to step aboard our authentic paddlewheeler and delight in the luxurious modern amenities, gracious service and endless authentic experiences that await you.
Ship Details
Year Built
2003
Year Refurbished
2014
Ship Length
360 ft
Total Capacity
217
Crew Size
83
Deck Plan Details
Cabin Categories
LS Luxury Suites With Veranda $6,499.00 USD
A Suites With Veranda $3,599.00 USD
B Superior Veranda Staterooms $2,599.00 USD
SO Single Outside Stateroom With Veranda $2,499.00 USD
E Veranda Staterooms $2,299.00 USD
D Outside Staterooms With Window $1,999.00 USD
C Deluxe Veranda Staterooms $1,399.00 USD
Deck plans are not yet available
Boat Highlights

DINING
Inspired by America’s Pacific Northwest, our menus showcase the varied cultural and culinary influences of the region. Savor each succulent bite, swirl and sip amidst the rich ambiance of the Astoria Dining Room If you are looking for a more casual atmosphere, the River Grill is for you. Meals there feature favorite main dishes, such as roast prime rib alongside irresistible sides – roasted new potatoes, classic mac-and-cheese and fresh salads.

ENTERTAINMENT
Entertainment on the American Empress is one-of-a-kind. Make plans to spend your evenings with nightly river cruise entertainment. Live entertainers will bring down the house in The Show Lounge. Catch world-class entertainment, relive a historical moment or hear a famous river tale originally told by Lewis and Clark. And be sure to bring your dancin’ shoes to the the Paddlewheel Lounge to enjoy a late-night live set by our talented musicians.

ENRICHMENT
Learn more about the region in which you are traveling with a number of enrichment programs we offer. See for yourself the highlights of each port that we visit on one of our guided Hop-On Hop-Off shore excursions, or elect to take part in one of our expertly designed premium experiences. And our onboard historians – we like to call them Riverlorians – provide interesting lectures on the history and culture that surrounds you as you roll down the river.

RELAXATION
On deck, refreshing spray and sunbeams kiss the skin as the endless upturns of earth disappear in the horizon – a teaser for the spectacles onshore. Private verandas serve as the perfect places to sip coffee and experience the world around, while public outdoor seating invites travelers to engage with one another, creating relationships that last a lifetime.

Ship Overview
Ship Overview
American Empress
Proudly serving as the largest overnight riverboat west of the Mississippi River, the American Empress cruises the Columbia and Snake Rivers delivering a rich sense of history in modern comfort.

Boasting a vast collection of some of the most intricate artifacts and artwork of Native Alaska, Russia, the Gold Rush and the sternwheeler era in and around Portland, Oregon, the corridors of our Columbia and Snake River cruise boat hold nearly as much beauty and intrigue as the dramatic scenery unfolding on the river outside.

We invite you to step aboard our authentic paddlewheeler and delight in the luxurious modern amenities, gracious service and endless authentic experiences that await you.
Ship Details
Year Built
2003
Year Refurbished
2014
Ship Length
360 ft
Total Capacity
217
Crew Size
83
Deck Plan Details
Cabin Categories
LS Luxury Suites With Veranda $6,499.00 USD
A Suites With Veranda $3,599.00 USD
B Superior Veranda Staterooms $2,599.00 USD
SO Single Outside Stateroom With Veranda $2,499.00 USD
E Veranda Staterooms $2,299.00 USD
D Outside Staterooms With Window $1,999.00 USD
C Deluxe Veranda Staterooms $1,399.00 USD
Deck plans are not yet available

DINING
Inspired by America’s Pacific Northwest, our menus showcase the varied cultural and culinary influences of the region. Savor each succulent bite, swirl and sip amidst the rich ambiance of the Astoria Dining Room If you are looking for a more casual atmosphere, the River Grill is for you. Meals there feature favorite main dishes, such as roast prime rib alongside irresistible sides – roasted new potatoes, classic mac-and-cheese and fresh salads.

ENTERTAINMENT
Entertainment on the American Empress is one-of-a-kind. Make plans to spend your evenings with nightly river cruise entertainment. Live entertainers will bring down the house in The Show Lounge. Catch world-class entertainment, relive a historical moment or hear a famous river tale originally told by Lewis and Clark. And be sure to bring your dancin’ shoes to the the Paddlewheel Lounge to enjoy a late-night live set by our talented musicians.

ENRICHMENT
Learn more about the region in which you are traveling with a number of enrichment programs we offer. See for yourself the highlights of each port that we visit on one of our guided Hop-On Hop-Off shore excursions, or elect to take part in one of our expertly designed premium experiences. And our onboard historians – we like to call them Riverlorians – provide interesting lectures on the history and culture that surrounds you as you roll down the river.

RELAXATION
On deck, refreshing spray and sunbeams kiss the skin as the endless upturns of earth disappear in the horizon – a teaser for the spectacles onshore. Private verandas serve as the perfect places to sip coffee and experience the world around, while public outdoor seating invites travelers to engage with one another, creating relationships that last a lifetime.

About American Queen Voyages
The mighty rivers of the United States of America once served as the great highways of early exploration and inspired dreams of discovery. Today, American Queen Voyages re-creates the same sense of wonder, excitement and inspirations with all the convenience and comfort of modern luxury aboard the most elegant riverboats in the world, the American Queen,® American Empress,® American Duchess™ and American Countess™. Traveling in the wake of legends, guests are transported to an era of leisurely and romantic travel.

At American Queen Voyages we are both proud and honored to share the dream of American river cruising and as such we maintain a commitment to excellence that far exceeds expectations. The welcome appearance of each of our vessels is richly complemented by a culture of gracious service, elegant decor, rousing entertainment and rewarding enrichment experiences. All of this is accentuated with pre-cruise deluxe hotel stays, remarkable shore excursions included in every port of call and a wealth of complimentary onboard amenities.

As river bends unspool, the natural splendor comes alive along the dramatic riverbanks and bluffs of this glacial valley. Much like Mark Twain would have experienced on his many trips along the river, you'll be captivated by the cultures you discover and bounty that awaits.

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About American Queen Voyages
The mighty rivers of the United States of America once served as the great highways of early exploration and inspired dreams of discovery. Today, American Queen Voyages re-creates the same sense of wonder, excitement and inspirations with all the convenience and comfort of modern luxury aboard the most elegant riverboats in the world, the American Queen,® American Empress,® American Duchess™ and American Countess™. Traveling in the wake of legends, guests are transported to an era of leisurely and romantic travel.

At American Queen Voyages we are both proud and honored to share the dream of American river cruising and as such we maintain a commitment to excellence that far exceeds expectations. The welcome appearance of each of our vessels is richly complemented by a culture of gracious service, elegant decor, rousing entertainment and rewarding enrichment experiences. All of this is accentuated with pre-cruise deluxe hotel stays, remarkable shore excursions included in every port of call and a wealth of complimentary onboard amenities.

As river bends unspool, the natural splendor comes alive along the dramatic riverbanks and bluffs of this glacial valley. Much like Mark Twain would have experienced on his many trips along the river, you'll be captivated by the cultures you discover and bounty that awaits.

Read More

Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.