Signature highlights
Five passenger decks, 180-guest capacity, all-balcony accommodations, a multi-story glass atrium, spacious indoor and outdoor lounges, a top-deck observation area, and a 1,500-square-foot Signature Suite.
American Encore
American Encore is an 180-guest American Cruise Lines river cruise ship, in service since 2026. This page lists 155 upcoming departures across 4 itineraries in Mexico & Pacific Coast, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Travelers wanting private balconies in every accommodation
✓ Guests who prefer intimate ships with 180 passengers
✓ River cruisers valuing spacious suites and staterooms
American Encore at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 38%
A small expedition-size ship at 5,148 gross tons — #344 of 565 ships we track. 29 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- Travelers wanting private balconies in every accommodation
- Guests who prefer intimate ships with 180 passengers
- River cruisers valuing spacious suites and staterooms
- Scenic travelers seeking multiple observation areas
- Passengers who enjoy included dining and evening entertainment
Think twice if you want
- Travelers looking for pools or spa facilities
- Families seeking dedicated kids facilities
- Guests wanting large-ship nightlife and numerous theaters
- Passengers preferring inside or oceanview cabins
- Cruisers seeking many specialty restaurants
Live Position ● 1 hour ago
Heading to: LEWISTONCurrently on: Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise (8 nights) — Currently at Clarkston, WA
Clarkston, WA
→ Pendleton, OR / Richland, WA
→ Hood River, OR
→ Kalama, WA
→ Astoria, OR
→ Portland, OR
Coming up
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About American Encore
American Encore is a new American Cruise Lines riverboat built for U.S. waterways and introduced in 2026. Designed for 180 guests, it emphasizes unusually spacious accommodations, private balconies, expansive lounges, panoramic viewing areas, and modern accessibility. The ship was purpose-built at Chesapeake Shipbuilding for Columbia and Snake Rivers cruising, with a five-deck layout and a large Signature Suite. Its intimate scale and all-balcony accommodations create a more residential, yacht-like experience than a conventional ocean cruise ship.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- American Cruise Lines
- Builder / shipyard
- Chesapeake Shipbuilding
- Registry / flag
- United States (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- WDQ7224
- MMSI
- 368450870
Onboard Experience
For families
No dedicated children’s facilities or children’s programming are publicly listed.
Pools, spa & wellness
The ship has a fitness center and a top-deck walking route.
Accessibility
Elevator access is provided to all passenger decks.
Environmental features
American Cruise Lines describes the ship as incorporating current environmental standards, energy-efficient operations, and advanced onboard technology intended to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 5
Sun Deck Sky WalkDeck 4
The Game Room Sky Lounge Back Porch Café Signature Suite Grand Suite Sky Suite Vista Balcony Single BalconyDeck 3
The Study Pilothouse Premium BalconyDeck 2
Storyteller Lounge Bow Terrace Chart Room Fitness Center Guest Laundry Deluxe BalconyDeck 1
River Lounge Restaurant Ship's OfficeView the official American Encore deck plans from American Cruise Lines →
Cabins & suites
| Category | Type | Size | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Signature SuiteLargest suite category; the operator describes a wraparound balcony and separate living and sleeping areas. | Suite | 1,500 sq ft | 4 |
| Grand SuiteTwo-room suite with a private balcony. | Suite | 600 sq ft | 4 |
| Sky SuitePrivate balcony; booking codes are not published in the operator's ship page. | Suite | 350 sq ft | 4 |
| Vista BalconyBalcony stateroom category. | Balcony | 300 sq ft | 4 |
Dining, bars & venues
12 included 0 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant
Included
Glass-enclosed main dining room serving meals with views of the surrounding scenery.
Back Porch Café
Included
Casual outdoor café serving lighter food such as sandwiches, burgers and salads.
Bars & lounges
Sky Lounge
Included
Aft lounge with panoramic windows and cocktail service.
History & sister ships
Other American Riverboat ships
Where American Encore sails, month by month
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| Mexico & Pacific Coast | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 6 |
| US Gulf & Rivers | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 27, 2026
53 upcoming departures
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 20, 2026
53 upcoming departures
Ports of Call
Jackson, WY, Grand Teton & Yellowstone National Parks, Yellowstone National Park, Experience Yellowstone National Park +9 more
Next: Jun 19, 2027
24 upcoming departures
Ports of Call
Next: Jun 4, 2027
25 upcoming departures
All 4 itineraries and their departure dates
- Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise 27 Oct 2026, 10 Nov 2026, 2 Apr 2027, 16 Apr 2027, 30 Apr 2027, 14 May 2027, 28 May 2027, 11 Jun 2027, 25 Jun 2027, 9 Jul 2027, 23 Jul 2027, 6 Aug 2027, 20 Aug 2027, 3 Sep 2027, 17 Sep 2027, 1 Oct 2027, 15 Oct 2027, 29 Oct 2027, 12 Nov 2027, 31 Mar 2028, 14 Apr 2028, 28 Apr 2028, 12 May 2028, 26 May 2028, 9 Jun 2028, 23 Jun 2028, 7 Jul 2028, 21 Jul 2028, 4 Aug 2028, 18 Aug 2028, 1 Sep 2028, 15 Sep 2028, 29 Sep 2028, 13 Oct 2028, 27 Oct 2028, 10 Nov 2028, 2 Apr 2029, 16 Apr 2029, 30 Apr 2029, 14 May 2029, 28 May 2029, 11 Jun 2029, 25 Jun 2029, 9 Jul 2029, 23 Jul 2029, 6 Aug 2029, 20 Aug 2029, 3 Sep 2029, 17 Sep 2029, 1 Oct 2029, 15 Oct 2029, 29 Oct 2029, 12 Nov 2029
- Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise 20 Oct 2026, 3 Nov 2026, 26 Mar 2027, 9 Apr 2027, 23 Apr 2027, 7 May 2027, 21 May 2027, 4 Jun 2027, 18 Jun 2027, 2 Jul 2027, 16 Jul 2027, 30 Jul 2027, 13 Aug 2027, 27 Aug 2027, 10 Sep 2027, 24 Sep 2027, 8 Oct 2027, 22 Oct 2027, 5 Nov 2027, 24 Mar 2028, 7 Apr 2028, 21 Apr 2028, 5 May 2028, 19 May 2028, 2 Jun 2028, 16 Jun 2028, 30 Jun 2028, 14 Jul 2028, 28 Jul 2028, 11 Aug 2028, 25 Aug 2028, 8 Sep 2028, 22 Sep 2028, 6 Oct 2028, 20 Oct 2028, 3 Nov 2028, 26 Mar 2029, 9 Apr 2029, 23 Apr 2029, 7 May 2029, 21 May 2029, 4 Jun 2029, 18 Jun 2029, 2 Jul 2029, 16 Jul 2029, 30 Jul 2029, 13 Aug 2029, 27 Aug 2029, 10 Sep 2029, 24 Sep 2029, 8 Oct 2029, 22 Oct 2029, 5 Nov 2029
- National Parks & Legendary Rivers 19 Jun 2027, 3 Jul 2027, 17 Jul 2027, 31 Jul 2027, 14 Aug 2027, 28 Aug 2027, 11 Sep 2027, 25 Sep 2027, 17 Jun 2028, 1 Jul 2028, 15 Jul 2028, 29 Jul 2028, 12 Aug 2028, 26 Aug 2028, 9 Sep 2028, 23 Sep 2028, 5 Jun 2029, 19 Jun 2029, 3 Jul 2029, 17 Jul 2029, 31 Jul 2029, 14 Aug 2029, 28 Aug 2029, 11 Sep 2029
- National Parks & Legendary Rivers 4 Jun 2027, 18 Jun 2027, 2 Jul 2027, 16 Jul 2027, 30 Jul 2027, 13 Aug 2027, 27 Aug 2027, 10 Sep 2027, 24 Sep 2027, 2 Jun 2028, 16 Jun 2028, 30 Jun 2028, 14 Jul 2028, 28 Jul 2028, 11 Aug 2028, 25 Aug 2028, 8 Sep 2028, 4 Jun 2029, 18 Jun 2029, 2 Jul 2029, 16 Jul 2029, 30 Jul 2029, 13 Aug 2029, 27 Aug 2029, 10 Sep 2029
All Upcoming Departures
American Encore FAQ
What flag does American Encore sail under?
American Encore is registered in United States.
How many passengers does American Encore hold?
American Encore carries about 180 guests with roughly 43 crew.
How old is American Encore?
American Encore entered service in 2026.
How big is American Encore?
At 5,148 gross tons and 82 m long, American Encore is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 38% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on American Encore?
American Cruise Lines recommends casual resort attire. Dinner clothing may include a sports shirt and slacks for men, or a dress or top with slacks for women.
Is dining included on American Encore?
Meals, snacks and beverages are included in the standard fare. The ship has a main Restaurant and a casual Back Porch Café.
Are gratuities included?
Onboard gratuities are included in the fare, so passengers do not need to tip onboard crew members separately.
Is Wi-Fi available onboard?
Wi-Fi is provided through Starlink and is included in the fare.
Is American Encore accessible?
The ship has elevator access to all passenger decks and designated accessible staterooms. Most lounges, the sun deck and dining areas are accessible to wheelchairs and other mobility devices.
Does American Encore have facilities for children?
The operator does not name a dedicated kids club, children’s pool or other kids facility on this ship.