Signature highlights
A five-story glass atrium, opening bow with retractable gangway, outdoor lounges, and a top-deck Skywalk are documented features.
American Jazz
American Jazz is an 180-guest American Cruise Lines river cruise ship, in service since 2020. This page lists 144 upcoming departures across 9 itineraries in US Gulf & Rivers, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Travelers wanting spacious balcony accommodations
✓ Solo travelers seeking single-occupancy cabins
✓ Guests interested in U.S. river scenery and enrichment
American Jazz at a glance
Best for
- Travelers wanting spacious balcony accommodations
- Solo travelers seeking single-occupancy cabins
- Guests interested in U.S. river scenery and enrichment
- Casual all-inclusive cruising
- Travelers who value fitness facilities
Think twice if you want
- Travelers seeking pools or casinos
- Families looking for dedicated kids facilities
- Guests wanting large-ship attractions
- Travelers who prefer inside cabins
- Nightlife-focused cruisers
Live Position ● 1 hour ago
Heading to: RICHLAND, WACurrently on: Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise (8 nights) — En route to Pendleton, OR / Richland, WA — last stop The Dalles, OR
Portland, OR
→ Astoria, OR
→ Kalama, WA
→ The Dalles, OR
→ Pendleton, OR / Richland, WA
→ Lewiston, ID / Clarkston, WA
→ Clarkston, WA
12.0 knots
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About American Jazz
American Jazz is a U.S.-flagged modern riverboat built by Chesapeake Shipbuilding for American Cruise Lines and delivered in August 2020. The 180-guest vessel has 99 balcony-equipped staterooms, a six-deck layout, and a central multistory glass atrium. It is designed for overnight cruising on U.S. inland waterways, with an opening bow and retractable gangway intended to simplify shoreside access. Passenger spaces include indoor and outdoor lounges, a dining room, outdoor café, fitness center, and wellness-yoga studio.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- American Cruise Lines
- Builder / shipyard
- Chesapeake Shipbuilding, Salisbury, Maryland, United States
- Registry / flag
- United States (formerly United States (Wilmington, Delaware); confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- WDL4897
- MMSI
- 368135920
Onboard Experience
Pools, spa & wellness
American Jazz has a fitness center and a wellness-yoga studio.
Accessibility
The operator states that elevator access serves all passenger decks.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 6
Sun DeckDeck 5
Sun Deck Lounge Vestibule Grand Suite Veranda SuiteDeck 4
Sky Lounge Back Porch Café River Lounge Lounge Vestibule Premium Balcony Single BalconyDeck 3
The Study Pilothouse Vestibule Sky Suite Deluxe Balcony Single BalconyDeck 2
Bow Terrace Fitness Centers Yoga / Wellness Room Lounge Laundry Vestibule Deluxe Balcony Single BalconyDeck 1
Restaurant Galley Ship's Office VestibuleView the official American Jazz deck plans from American Cruise Lines →
Cabins & suites
| Category | Type | Size | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Suite | Suite | 615 sq ft | 5 |
| Sky Suite | Suite | 615 sq ft | 3 |
| Veranda Suite | Suite | 350 sq ft | 5 |
| Premium Balcony | Balcony | 300 sq ft | 4 |
Dining, bars & venues
7 included 0 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Back Porch Café
Included
Casual outdoor café serving lighter meals.
Restaurant
Included
Glass-enclosed dining room serving meals with scenic views.
Bars & lounges
Sky Lounge
Varies
Aft lounge with windows, a skylight, cocktails, and access to the outdoor café.
Midship Lounge
Varies
Quiet midship lounge for reading and conversation.
Where American Jazz sails, month by month
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| Mexico & Pacific Coast | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 6 |
| US Gulf & Rivers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 23, 2026
32 upcoming departures
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 30, 2026
32 upcoming departures
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 31, 2027
3 upcoming departures
Ports of Call
Next: Mar 9, 2029
10 upcoming departures
Ports of Call
Next: Mar 2, 2029
5 upcoming departures
Ports of Call
Jackson, WY, Grand Teton & Yellowstone National Parks, Yellowstone National Park, Experience Yellowstone National Park +9 more
Next: Jun 14, 2027
16 upcoming departures
Ports of Call
Next: May 30, 2027
17 upcoming departures
All 9 itineraries and their departure dates
- Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise 23 Oct 2026, 11 Apr 2027, 25 Apr 2027, 9 May 2027, 23 May 2027, 6 Jun 2027, 20 Jun 2027, 4 Jul 2027, 18 Jul 2027, 1 Aug 2027, 15 Aug 2027, 29 Aug 2027, 12 Sep 2027, 26 Sep 2027, 10 Oct 2027, 24 Oct 2027, 9 Apr 2028, 23 Apr 2028, 7 May 2028, 21 May 2028, 4 Jun 2028, 18 Jun 2028, 2 Jul 2028, 16 Jul 2028, 30 Jul 2028, 13 Aug 2028, 27 Aug 2028, 10 Sep 2028, 24 Sep 2028, 8 Oct 2028, 22 Oct 2028, 5 Nov 2028
- Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise 30 Oct 2026, 4 Apr 2027, 18 Apr 2027, 2 May 2027, 16 May 2027, 30 May 2027, 13 Jun 2027, 27 Jun 2027, 11 Jul 2027, 25 Jul 2027, 8 Aug 2027, 22 Aug 2027, 5 Sep 2027, 19 Sep 2027, 3 Oct 2027, 17 Oct 2027, 2 Apr 2028, 16 Apr 2028, 30 Apr 2028, 14 May 2028, 28 May 2028, 11 Jun 2028, 25 Jun 2028, 9 Jul 2028, 23 Jul 2028, 6 Aug 2028, 20 Aug 2028, 3 Sep 2028, 17 Sep 2028, 1 Oct 2028, 15 Oct 2028, 29 Oct 2028
- Columbia River Gorge Cruise 31 Oct 2027, 5 Nov 2027, 10 Nov 2027
- Lower Mississippi River Cruise 28 Jul 2029, 11 Aug 2029, 25 Aug 2029, 8 Sep 2029, 22 Sep 2029, 6 Oct 2029, 20 Oct 2029, 3 Nov 2029, 17 Nov 2029, 1 Dec 2029, 15 Dec 2029, 29 Dec 2029
- Lower Mississippi River Cruise 28 Apr 2029, 12 May 2029, 26 May 2029, 23 Jun 2029, 7 Jul 2029, 21 Jul 2029, 4 Aug 2029, 18 Aug 2029, 1 Sep 2029, 15 Sep 2029, 29 Sep 2029, 13 Oct 2029, 27 Oct 2029, 10 Nov 2029, 24 Nov 2029, 8 Dec 2029, 22 Dec 2029
- Lower Mississippi River Cruise 9 Mar 2029, 23 Mar 2029, 6 Apr 2029, 20 Apr 2029, 4 May 2029, 18 May 2029, 1 Jun 2029, 15 Jun 2029, 29 Jun 2029, 13 Jul 2029
- Lower Mississippi River Cruise 2 Mar 2029, 16 Mar 2029, 30 Mar 2029, 13 Apr 2029, 8 Jun 2029
- National Parks & Legendary Rivers 14 Jun 2027, 28 Jun 2027, 12 Jul 2027, 26 Jul 2027, 9 Aug 2027, 23 Aug 2027, 6 Sep 2027, 20 Sep 2027, 12 Jun 2028, 26 Jun 2028, 10 Jul 2028, 24 Jul 2028, 7 Aug 2028, 21 Aug 2028, 4 Sep 2028, 18 Sep 2028
- National Parks & Legendary Rivers 30 May 2027, 13 Jun 2027, 27 Jun 2027, 11 Jul 2027, 25 Jul 2027, 8 Aug 2027, 22 Aug 2027, 5 Sep 2027, 19 Sep 2027, 11 Jun 2028, 25 Jun 2028, 9 Jul 2028, 23 Jul 2028, 6 Aug 2028, 20 Aug 2028, 3 Sep 2028, 17 Sep 2028
All Upcoming Departures
American Jazz FAQ
What flag does American Jazz sail under?
American Jazz is registered in United States. Some older references still list United States (Wilmington, Delaware).
How many passengers does American Jazz hold?
American Jazz carries about 180 guests.
How old is American Jazz?
American Jazz entered service in 2020.
What is the dress code on American Jazz?
Casual resort attire is recommended onboard and ashore. Dinner attire is described as appropriate for a nice dinner, such as a sports shirt and slacks or a dress or top with slacks.
Is dining included on American Jazz?
Yes. The fare includes meals, snacks, and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. The ship has a main Restaurant and a casual Back Porch Café.
Are gratuities included on American Jazz?
Yes. American Cruise Lines includes onboard gratuities in the fare.
Is Wi-Fi available on American Jazz?
Yes. Wi-Fi is provided through Starlink and is included in the fare, although service can vary by location.
Is American Jazz accessible for guests with mobility needs?
The ship has an elevator serving the passenger decks and designated accessible staterooms. Guests should request specific accessibility arrangements when booking.
Does American Jazz have kids facilities?
No dedicated kids facility is identified in the current operator material for this ship.