Signature highlights
The ship has a four-story glass atrium, Sky Walk, open sun deck, bow terrace, outdoor walking track, and a distinctive bow ramp for boarding. Its staterooms all have private balconies and range from 250 to 615 square feet.
American Symphony
American Symphony is an 180-guest American Cruise Lines river cruise ship, in service since 2022. This page lists 172 upcoming departures across 25 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 balconies in every stateroom
✓ Solo travelers seeking dedicated single-occupancy cabins
✓ Guests preferring intimate riverboat-scale cruising
American Symphony at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 39%
A small expedition-size ship at 5,402 gross tons — #339 of 566 ships we track. 30 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- Travelers wanting balconies in every stateroom
- Solo travelers seeking dedicated single-occupancy cabins
- Guests preferring intimate riverboat-scale cruising
- Passengers who enjoy lounges, scenic walking and casual entertainment
- Travelers who value elevator access to passenger decks
Think twice if you want
- Travelers seeking multiple pools or a full-service spa
- Families looking for dedicated kids facilities
- Passengers wanting large-ship nightlife and extensive shows
- Travelers who prefer interior or oceanview cabins without balconies
Live Position ● 1 hour ago
Heading to: CHATTANOOGA,TNCurrently on: Smoky Mountains National Park (7 nights) — En route to Nashville, TN — last stop Knoxville, TN
Coming up
- Nashville end of cruise
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About American Symphony
American Symphony is a U.S.-built modern riverboat operated by American Cruise Lines. Completed in 2022, it accommodates up to 180 guests and is designed for close-up river cruising rather than large-ship amenities. The vessel centers on a four-story glass atrium and provides broad scenic sightlines from its lounges, open decks, and balcony staterooms. Accommodation categories range from 250-square-foot single balconies to a 615-square-foot Grand Suite, making it a practical choice for travelers who value spacious cabins and a small-ship atmosphere.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- American Cruise Lines
- Builder / shipyard
- Chesapeake Shipbuilding, Salisbury, Maryland, United States
- Registry / flag
- United States (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- WDN2327
- IMO number
- 9901702
- MMSI
- 368261060
Onboard Experience
Pools, spa & wellness
Wellness facilities include a fitness center with cardio and resistance equipment, plus an outdoor walking track.
Accessibility
An elevator serves all passenger decks, and the bow ramp is intended to simplify boarding. Specific accessible-cabin inventory was not independently verified.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 5
Sun Deck Sky WalkDeck 4
Sky Lounge The Game Room Back Porch Café Pilothouse Grand Suite Veranda Suite Single BalconyDeck 3
The Study River Lounge Premium Balcony Single BalconyDeck 2
Storyteller Lounge Bow Terrace Fitness Centers Laundry Deluxe Balcony Single BalconyDeck 1
Restaurant Ship's OfficeView the official American Symphony deck plans from American Cruise Lines →
Cabins & suites
| Category | Type | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand SuiteBooking code GS. | Suite | 615 sq ft | 2 | 4 |
| Veranda SuiteBooking code VS. | Suite | 350 sq ft | 2 | 4 |
| Premium BalconyBooking code AAM. | Balcony | 300 sq ft | 2 | 3 |
| Deluxe BalconyBooking code AAC. | Balcony | 300 sq ft | 2 | 2 |
Dining, bars & venues
10 included 0 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Back Porch Café
Included
An outdoor café serving casual items such as sandwiches, burgers and salads.
Restaurant
Included
The main glass-enclosed dining room serving American specialties.
Bars & lounges
Sky Lounge
Varies
An aft lounge with large windows and a skylight where cocktails are served.
History & sister ships
Other American Riverboat (Modern Riverboat Series) ships
Where American Symphony sails, month by month
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| US Gulf & Rivers | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2 |
| Caribbean | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 5, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 12, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Sep 17, 2027
4 upcoming departures
Ports of Call
Next: Aug 27, 2027
4 upcoming departures
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 14, 2028
8 upcoming departures
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 3, 2026
7 upcoming departures
All 25 itineraries and their departure dates
- Arkansas River Cruise 5 Nov 2027
- Arkansas River Cruise 12 Nov 2027
- Grand Heartland Cruise 17 Sep 2027, 17 Oct 2028, 9 Oct 2029, 18 Oct 2029
- Grand Ohio River Cruise 27 Aug 2027, 26 Sep 2028, 18 Sep 2029, 27 Sep 2029
- Gulf Coast Cruise 10 Nov 2026, 8 Dec 2026, 20 Dec 2026, 12 Feb 2027, 24 Feb 2027, 8 Mar 2027, 20 Mar 2027, 1 Apr 2027, 10 Dec 2027, 22 Dec 2027, 20 Feb 2028, 3 Mar 2028, 15 Mar 2028, 27 Mar 2028, 21 Feb 2029, 5 Mar 2029, 17 Mar 2029, 29 Mar 2029, 23 Oct 2029, 1 Nov 2029, 4 Nov 2029, 13 Nov 2029, 16 Nov 2029, 25 Nov 2029, 28 Nov 2029, 7 Dec 2029, 10 Dec 2029, 19 Dec 2029
- Gulf Coast Cruise 12 Mar 2029, 24 Mar 2029
- Gulf Coast Cruise 16 Nov 2026, 14 Dec 2026, 26 Dec 2026, 18 Feb 2027, 2 Mar 2027, 14 Mar 2027, 26 Mar 2027, 7 Apr 2027, 16 Dec 2027, 28 Dec 2027, 26 Feb 2028, 9 Mar 2028, 21 Mar 2028, 2 Apr 2028, 27 Feb 2029, 11 Mar 2029, 23 Mar 2029, 4 Apr 2029, 29 Oct 2029, 7 Nov 2029, 10 Nov 2029, 19 Nov 2029, 22 Nov 2029, 1 Dec 2029, 4 Dec 2029, 13 Dec 2029, 16 Dec 2029, 25 Dec 2029
- Highlights of the Mississippi Cruise 14 Nov 2028, 20 Nov 2028, 26 Nov 2028, 2 Dec 2028, 8 Dec 2028, 14 Dec 2028, 20 Dec 2028, 26 Dec 2028
- Lower Mississippi River Cruise 3 Nov 2026, 19 Nov 2027, 3 Dec 2027, 7 Nov 2028, 17 Jan 2029, 31 Jan 2029, 14 Feb 2029
- Lower Mississippi River Cruise 13 Apr 2027, 1 Oct 2027, 26 Nov 2027, 31 Oct 2028, 24 Jan 2029, 7 Feb 2029
- Mississippi & Cumberland Rivers Cruise 22 Jun 2027, 18 Jun 2028, 19 Jun 2029
- Mississippi & Cumberland Rivers Cruise 9 Apr 2028, 10 Apr 2029
- Mississippi & Ohio Rivers Cruise 6 Jul 2027
- Mississippi & Ohio Rivers Cruise 2 Jul 2028, 3 Jul 2029
- Music Cities Cruise 20 Apr 2027, 4 May 2027, 18 May 2027, 8 Oct 2027
- Music Cities Cruise 27 Oct 2026, 27 Apr 2027, 11 May 2027, 29 Oct 2027
- Ohio River Cruise 2 Jul 2027, 18 Jul 2027, 3 Aug 2027, 19 Aug 2027, 16 Jul 2028, 1 Aug 2028, 17 Aug 2028, 2 Sep 2028, 18 Sep 2028, 22 Jun 2029, 8 Jul 2029, 17 Jul 2029, 24 Jul 2029, 2 Aug 2029, 9 Aug 2029, 18 Aug 2029, 25 Aug 2029, 3 Sep 2029, 10 Sep 2029, 19 Sep 2029
- Ohio River Cruise 10 Jul 2027, 26 Jul 2027, 11 Aug 2027, 8 Jul 2028, 24 Jul 2028, 9 Aug 2028, 25 Aug 2028, 10 Sep 2028, 30 Jun 2029, 16 Jul 2029, 25 Jul 2029, 1 Aug 2029, 10 Aug 2029, 17 Aug 2029, 26 Aug 2029, 2 Sep 2029, 11 Sep 2029
- Ohio River Cruise 1 Jul 2028
- Smoky Mountains National Park 21 Oct 2026
- Tennessee Rivers Cruise 1 Jun 2027, 15 Jun 2027, 22 Oct 2027, 30 Apr 2028, 14 May 2028, 28 May 2028, 11 Jun 2028, 1 May 2029, 15 May 2029, 29 May 2029, 12 Jun 2029
- Tennessee Rivers Cruise 25 May 2027, 8 Jun 2027, 15 Oct 2027, 23 Apr 2028, 7 May 2028, 21 May 2028, 4 Jun 2028, 24 Apr 2029, 8 May 2029, 22 May 2029, 5 Jun 2029
- Tennessee Rivers Cruise 19 Jun 2028
- Tennessee Rivers Cruise 22 Jun 2027
- Upper Mississippi River Cruise 10 Sep 2027, 10 Oct 2028, 2 Oct 2029, 11 Oct 2029
All Upcoming Departures
American Symphony FAQ
What flag does American Symphony sail under?
American Symphony is registered in United States.
How many passengers does American Symphony hold?
American Symphony carries about 180 guests with roughly 60 crew.
How old is American Symphony?
American Symphony entered service in 2022.
How big is American Symphony?
At 5,402 gross tons and 100 m long, American Symphony is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 39% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on American Symphony?
Casual resort attire is recommended during the day and ashore. Dinner calls for neat casual country-club-style clothing, such as slacks and a sports shirt or a dress or top with slacks.
Is dining included on American Symphony?
The standard fare includes dining service, snacks, cocktail parties and onboard entertainment. The ship has a main restaurant and a casual Back Porch Café.
Are tips included on American Symphony?
Onboard gratuities are included in the standard American Cruise Lines fare.
Is Wi-Fi available on American Symphony?
Wi-Fi is included and is provided through Starlink, although service can vary with the sailing environment and location.
Is American Symphony accessible?
The ship has elevator access to all passenger decks and designated accessible accommodations. Most lounges, sun decks and dining areas are accessible, but specific needs should be arranged before booking.
Does American Symphony have facilities for children?
The operator's ship information does not identify a dedicated kids club, children's pool or other child-specific facility on American Symphony.