An American Classic Cruise

Uncover a wealth of natural, awe-inspiring beauty and iconic destinations that will take your breath away as you cruise the Columbia and Snake Rivers aboard the American Queen Steamboat Company’s elegant American Empress from Astoria, Oregon to Clarkston, Washington. Enjoy your American Empress deluxe stateroom with private veranda, amenities and services, fine dining, professional entertainment, and shore excursions. 

All Aboard the American Empress

All aboard the largest, most elegant riverboat in the Pacific Northwest! This premier experience features: *included shore excursions in every port of call, *complimentary wine and beer with shipboard dinners featuring regional Pacific Northwest cuisine utilizing fresh ingredients creatively combined with a contemporary flair, *complimentary cappuccino, espresso, bottled water and soft drinks throughout your voyage, *daily Riverlorian lectures onboard, *expert Broadway caliber entertainment every evening - including featured guest performances by sensational local artists, *deluxe private veranda staterooms with dramatic scenery unfolding before your eyes. Now that’s the way to cruise - the American Classic Way

Day 1

Fly into Portland, Oregon. Arrive at the Hilton Vancouver, WA. Dinner at hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast. Guided tour of Portland and Columbia River Gorge. Board the American Empress.

Day 3

Astoria, OR: Premium Shore Excursion: Lewis & Clark Experience. Trace the journeys of Lewis and Clark as we begin the day traveling to Middle Village — Station Camp, the location that Lewis and Clark and the Corps of Discovery camped for ten days in November of 1805. Then watch as the powerful waves of the Pacific crash into the bluffs below and take in breathtaking views of the Columbia River at Cape Disappointment, the location Lewis and Clark concluded their two-year exploration. Next we’ll stop at the Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, Fort Clatsop, where you can become an explorer as well – discover extensive exhibits and replicas outlining the journeys of this famous duo.

Day 4

River Cruising: Riverlorian narration as you wind through dramatic forested mountains.

Day 5

Stevenson, WA: Premium Shore Excursion: Ultimate Pacific Northwest Experience. Experience Pacific Northwest natural beauty: mountain ranges, lush green forests, cool lakes & meandering rivers. View majestic Multnomah Falls, America’s most scenic waterfall. Tour Bonneville Lock & Dam, the region’s first hydro-power source. Travel the Fruit Loop - a scenic route through fertile valleys of orchards & vineyards. Savor local bounty with lunch at Parkdale Grange and hear about the area. Park Ranger Tour of historic Timberline Lodge in the shadow of Mt. Hood.

Day 6

The Dalles, OR: Visit Fort Dalles Museum & Columbia Gorge Discovery Center.

Day 7

Richland, WA: Visit the Historic B Reactor and other important venues that are part of the Manhattan Project National Historic Park.

Day 8

Clarkston, WA. Visit Nez Perce National Historical Park.

Day 9

Disembark ship. Travel to Spokane, WA. Flight home.

EXTRA Premium Shore Excursions Included!

lEWIS AND cLARK eXPEDITION

Retrace the steps of Lewis & Clark: Middle Village, Station Camp, Cape Disappointment overlooking confluence of the Columbia River & Pacific Ocean. Experience the beauty of ocean waves crashing along the rocky Pacific shore. Visit Lewis & Clark National Historic Park including Fort Clatsop and the Interpretive Center highlighting their historic journey. Special bonus: complimentary copy of In the Wake of Lewis & Clark a historical interpretation of the expedition’s final leg.

THE AMERICAN CLASSIC DIFFERENCE

READY TO JOIN US ON THIS AMERICAN CLASSIC TOUR? 

DOUBLE OCCUPANCY: $6498.00

SINGLE OCCUPANCY: $8998.00

*Add optional Travel Guard Travel Insurance to your package:

Travel Guard’s Travel Insurance includes trip cancellation and interruption, emergency medical and transportation, and luggage insurance.

Insurance Rate Double Occupancy: $467.86

Insurance Rate Single Occupancy: $647.86

$2000.00 deposit per person due with reservation. Final payment date due 6/1/22. Cancellations prior to 6/1/22 will receive a full refund less a $50.00 cancellation fee. Cancellations after 6/1/22 with insurance purchased, refunds will be processed through Travel Guard Insurance. Cancellations after 6/1/22 without insurance purchased, there is no refund. 

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WE HAVE “LAND-ONLY” TOUR PACKAGES AVAILABLE!

PLEASE CALL 1-800-666-0358 FOR LAND-ONLY PRICING

American Classic Tours is based out of Chicago. Because many of our travelers are from the greater Chicagoland Area, all of our tours begin at one of Chicago’s airports. If you are from out of state or country, you can join us via a “land-only” tour package. A “land-only” tour is the exact same as our “all-inclusive” tour except it does not include airfare. Your tour director will meet you at your destination and lead you to meet the rest of the group on the first day of the tour.

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