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American Independence

84 upcoming departures  ·  11 itineraries
Class Independence Class
Built 2010
Gross Tonnage 2,169
Guests 90
Length 68.9 m
Beam 15.2 m
Decks 4
Max speed 14.0 kn

Live Position ● 3 days ago

Heading to: US^0LXM>?? ???

Currently on: Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise (8 nights) — En route to Portland, ME — last stop Bangor, ME

Bangor, ME Portland, ME
9.4 knots Under Way Using Engine

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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.

About American Independence

American Independence is a 90-guest U.S.-flagged coastal small ship built in 2010 by Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, Maryland. Operated by American Cruise Lines, the stabilized vessel is designed for U.S. coastal waterways, including narrow rivers and shallow bays. Its passenger spaces center on a panoramic main-deck restaurant, two lounges, a sun deck, and a fitness center. Accommodations range from waterview rooms to balcony cabins and veranda suites, providing a small-ship setting with outward views and relatively spacious staterooms.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
American Cruise Lines
Builder / shipyard
Chesapeake Shipbuilding, Salisbury, Maryland, United States
Registry / flag
United States
Call sign
WDF3297
IMO number
9583366
MMSI
367438210
Draft
3.4 m
Previous names
Independence

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

The 226-foot vessel has a traditional coastal-ship bow, stabilization, a sun deck with shaded seating, a reading lounge, an entertainment lounge, and a fitness center.

Dining

A single main-deck restaurant has approximately 270-degree views. American Cruise Lines describes its menus as regional and changing daily.

Entertainment

The Chesapeake Lounge functions as the principal evening entertainment space; the ship also has a quieter midship reading lounge.

Staterooms & suites

Accommodation categories include Standard Waterview, Single Balcony, Deluxe Balcony, and Veranda Suite. Standard Waterview rooms start at 260 square feet; balcony rooms are on decks 2 and 3, while Veranda Suites are 350 square feet.

Pools, spa & wellness

The ship has a fitness center and an open sun deck.

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Itineraries & Sailings

7 Nights

Chesapeake Bay Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Apr 30, 2029
3 upcoming departures
8 Nights

Chesapeake Bay Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Oct 1, 2026
10 upcoming departures
8 Nights

Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Jul 27, 2026
9 upcoming departures
8 Nights

Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Aug 3, 2026
8 upcoming departures
8 Nights

Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Jun 7, 2027
14 upcoming departures
8 Nights

Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Aug 2, 2029
4 upcoming departures
8 Nights

Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Jul 26, 2029
4 upcoming departures
7 Nights

New England Islands Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: May 31, 2028
16 upcoming departures
7 Nights

Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: May 14, 2029
3 upcoming departures
8 Nights

Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Oct 15, 2026
5 upcoming departures
8 Nights

Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Oct 22, 2026
8 upcoming departures

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Jul 27, 2026 Aug 4, 2026 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 3, 2026 Aug 11, 2026 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 10, 2026 Aug 18, 2026 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 17, 2026 Aug 25, 2026 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 24, 2026 Sep 1, 2026 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 31, 2026 Sep 8, 2026 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Sep 7, 2026 Sep 15, 2026 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Sep 14, 2026 Sep 22, 2026 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Sep 21, 2026 Sep 29, 2026 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 1, 2026 Oct 9, 2026 Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 8, 2026 Oct 16, 2026 Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 15, 2026 Oct 23, 2026 Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 22, 2026 Oct 30, 2026 Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 29, 2026 Nov 6, 2026 Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Jun 7, 2027 Jun 15, 2027 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Jun 14, 2027 Jun 22, 2027 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Jun 21, 2027 Jun 29, 2027 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Jun 28, 2027 Jul 6, 2027 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Jul 5, 2027 Jul 13, 2027 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Jul 12, 2027 Jul 20, 2027 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Jul 19, 2027 Jul 27, 2027 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Jul 26, 2027 Aug 3, 2027 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 2, 2027 Aug 10, 2027 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 9, 2027 Aug 17, 2027 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 16, 2027 Aug 24, 2027 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 23, 2027 Aug 31, 2027 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 30, 2027 Sep 7, 2027 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Sep 6, 2027 Sep 14, 2027 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Sep 17, 2027 Sep 25, 2027 Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Sep 24, 2027 Oct 2, 2027 Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 1, 2027 Oct 9, 2027 Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 8, 2027 Oct 16, 2027 Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 15, 2027 Oct 23, 2027 Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 22, 2027 Oct 30, 2027 Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Apr 30, 2028 May 8, 2028 Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
May 7, 2028 May 15, 2028 Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
May 14, 2028 May 22, 2028 Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
May 21, 2028 May 29, 2028 Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
May 31, 2028 Jun 7, 2028 New England Islands Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Jun 7, 2028 Jun 14, 2028 New England Islands Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Jun 14, 2028 Jun 21, 2028 New England Islands Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Jun 21, 2028 Jun 28, 2028 New England Islands Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Jun 28, 2028 Jul 5, 2028 New England Islands Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Jul 5, 2028 Jul 12, 2028 New England Islands Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Jul 12, 2028 Jul 19, 2028 New England Islands Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Jul 19, 2028 Jul 26, 2028 New England Islands Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Jul 27, 2028 Aug 4, 2028 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 3, 2028 Aug 11, 2028 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 10, 2028 Aug 18, 2028 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 17, 2028 Aug 25, 2028 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 24, 2028 Sep 1, 2028 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 31, 2028 Sep 8, 2028 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Sep 7, 2028 Sep 15, 2028 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Sep 14, 2028 Sep 22, 2028 Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Sep 25, 2028 Oct 3, 2028 Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 2, 2028 Oct 10, 2028 Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 9, 2028 Oct 17, 2028 Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 16, 2028 Oct 24, 2028 Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 23, 2028 Oct 31, 2028 Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Apr 30, 2029 May 7, 2029 Chesapeake Bay Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
May 7, 2029 May 14, 2029 Chesapeake Bay Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
May 14, 2029 May 21, 2029 Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
May 20, 2029 May 28, 2029 Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
May 30, 2029 Jun 6, 2029 New England Islands Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Jun 6, 2029 Jun 13, 2029 New England Islands Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Jun 13, 2029 Jun 20, 2029 New England Islands Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Jun 20, 2029 Jun 27, 2029 New England Islands Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Jun 27, 2029 Jul 4, 2029 New England Islands Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Jul 4, 2029 Jul 11, 2029 New England Islands Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Jul 11, 2029 Jul 18, 2029 New England Islands Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Jul 18, 2029 Jul 25, 2029 New England Islands Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Jul 26, 2029 Aug 3, 2029 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 2, 2029 Aug 10, 2029 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 9, 2029 Aug 17, 2029 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 16, 2029 Aug 24, 2029 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 23, 2029 Aug 31, 2029 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Aug 30, 2029 Sep 7, 2029 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Sep 6, 2029 Sep 14, 2029 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Sep 13, 2029 Sep 21, 2029 Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Sep 25, 2029 Oct 2, 2029 Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 1, 2029 Oct 9, 2029 Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 9, 2029 Oct 16, 2029 Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 15, 2029 Oct 23, 2029 Potomac River & Chesapeake Bay Cruise 8 Canada & New England Book →
Oct 23, 2029 Oct 30, 2029 Chesapeake Bay Cruise 7 Canada & New England Book →