US Rivers Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
18 ships from 9 cruise lines across 1 country
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Upcoming sailings calling in US Rivers, earliest departure first.
US Rivers cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 91 upcoming sailings on 18 ships from 9 cruise lines visiting US Rivers, calling at 28 places. Cruises can start in Memphis, Saint Paul, Louisville, Nashville, Chattanooga TN and Duluth and end in Chattanooga TN, Duluth, Louisville, Memphis, Nashville, Saint Paul and 1 more.
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16 Days One-Way from Nashville Tn to New Orleans
ACL American Symphony
9 Days One-Way from Bangor Me to Portland Me
ACL American Maverick
9 Days One-Way from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to St Louis Mo
ACL American Melody
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9 Days One-Way from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to St Louis Mo
ACL American Serenade
16 Days One-Way from St Louis Mo to Pittsburgh Pa
ACL American Melody
14 Days One-Way from New Orleans to Louisville Ky
ACL American Symphony
15 Days One-Way from New Orleans to Alton Il
Viking Mississippi
22 Days One-Way from New Orleans to Minneapolis-Saint Paul
Viking Mississippi
9 Days One-Way from St Louis Mo to Minneapolis-Saint Paul
ACL American Serenade
16 Days One-Way from New Orleans to Nashville Tn
American Splendor
16 Days One-Way from Pittsburgh Pa to St Louis Mo
ACL American Melody
9 Days One-Way from Louisville Ky to Pittsburgh Pa
ACL American Symphony
Ships by type: 8 ocean 10 river 1 expedition · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
Cruises in US Rivers by country
Compare US Rivers cruise lines
American Cruise Lines has the most upcoming sailings among US Rivers cruise lines (45). Starting fares run from $1,934 per person. Most sailings last 7–15 nights, and the most common length is 8 nights.
Ocean cruise lines (6)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silversea Cruises | 1 | $9,600 | 11 nights |
Luxury cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ponant Cruises | 1 | $10,580 | 11 nights |
Premium cruise lines (3)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viking Cruises | 5 | $7,995 | 14 nights |
| Windstar Cruises | 3 | $5,871 | 11–25 nights (typically 25) |
| Azamara Cruises | 1 | $4,789 | 12 nights |
Contemporary cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celebrity Cruises | 1 | $1,934 | 11 nights |
River cruise lines (2)
Premium cruise lines (2)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Cruise Lines | 45 | $3,630 | 7–15 nights (typically 8) |
| Viking River Cruises | 14 | $3,799 | 7–14 nights (typically 7) |
Intracoastal cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Cruise Lines | 19 | $5,240 | 8–15 nights (typically 8) |
Cruise embarkation and disembarkation
Cruise embarkation (6)
Chattanooga TN · Duluth · Louisville · Memphis · Nashville · Saint Paul
Cruise disembarkation (7)
Chattanooga TN · Duluth · Louisville · Memphis · Nashville · Saint Paul · St Louis MO
Cruise lines sailing in US Rivers (9)
Ocean cruise lines (7)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (2)
Luxury cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (3)
Contemporary cruise lines (1)
River cruise lines (2)
Premium cruise lines (2)
Intracoastal cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (1)
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US Rivers cruise ports
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Frequently asked questions about US Rivers cruises
Can you start or end a cruise in US Rivers?
Yes. Cruises start in Memphis, Saint Paul, Louisville, Nashville, Chattanooga TN and Duluth. Cruises end in Chattanooga TN, Duluth, Louisville, Memphis, Nashville, Saint Paul and St Louis MO.
How many places do cruises visit in US Rivers?
28 US Rivers places are visited by 18 ships from 9 cruise lines.
Which cruise lines sail to US Rivers?
9 cruise lines sail to US Rivers, including American Cruise Lines, Azamara Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Ponant Cruises, Seabourn Cruises, Silversea Cruises and 3 more.
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published October 6, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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