Accommodation
Ranging from 250 to 650 square feet, all of the spacious staterooms feature full-size bathrooms, roomy closets, and private balconies where you can enjoy daily breakfast room service.
The Future of American River Cruising™ continues with American Melody, the 4th in our American riverboat series. American Melody showcases a whole new aesthetic, with an updated interior design, bringing us to the next level of modern sophistication.
Specifically designed to navigate the Mississippi River, American Melody features panoramic views throughout, including an impressive four-story glass atrium in the centre of the ship. Ranging from 250 to 650 square feet, all of the spacious staterooms feature full-size bathrooms, roomy closets, and private balconies where you can enjoy daily breakfast room service. American Melody also offers the Ellipse Café for casual dining, an option that has been very popular with our guests.
The new ship also features many spacious lounges, where you can share the day’s adventures with fellow guests, as well as an onboard fitness centre. At the end of each incredible day, unwind in your luxurious Grand Suite or Veranda Suite and enjoy “suite treats” which have been delivered to your stateroom, such as mini cheesecakes or chocolate-covered strawberries.
Experience the American Melody for yourself on the Mississippi River.
- 2021
- Launched
- 5420
- Weight
- 82
- Length
- 17
- Width
- 12
- Speed
- 5
- Decks
- 91
- Cabins
- 180
- Passengers
- 43
- Crew
- USD
- Currency
American Melody information
Dining
Our Team of Master Chefs prepares a traditional American menu with a regional flair that features the freshest local ingredients. Fresh foods are brought aboard daily, some from the farms and vineyards that we visit along the way. Our culinary program is one more way that we connect your onboard experience to the destinations we visit.
Health
American Cruise Lines' chefs explore the nation searching for exceptional, locally grown menu items. Each ship receives local seafood reports and their menus are adjusted seasonally to best utilise local fruits and vegetables at their peak of freshness. Meals are adjusted seasonally, prepared to order and served in the Main Dining Room where every seat offers a panoramic view of the passing scenery.
Kids
Please note: there are no dedicated facilities for Kids & Teens onboard the ship.
Enrichment
Your onshore experience is as important as your onboard experience, so American Cruise Lines has taken special care to research and plan excursions at each port. With American Cruise Lines you will experience what makes each destination a special place. Your pre-cruise booklet that is mailed out to you offers a comprehensive list of tours that will take you to the finest local sites at each port and give you insight into the area’s culture, heritage and history.
Cabins
1 - 2 persons
Grand Suite Private Balcony
60m2 - Suite
1 - 2 persons
Veranda Suite Private Balcony
38m2 - Suite
1 - 2 persons
AAM Private Balcony
33m2 - Balcony
1 - 2 persons
AAC Private Balcony
29m2 - Balcony
1 - 2 persons
AAR Private Balcony
26m2 - Balcony
1 person
Single Private Balcony
23m2 - Balcony
Dining on American Melody
American Melody has the following dining options:
Enrichment
Onboard Experts & Historians
American Cruise Lines carefully selects industry experts to join us on each of our cruises. Their informal presentations, open discussions, and activities bring local history, nature and culture to life through their knowledge and passion for American heritage. These specialists, naturalists, and historians also attend shore excursions to give our guests behind the scenes insight into some of America’s most treasured destinations.
Columbia & Snake Rivers
Our onboard experts share tales of characters who helped shape the history of America along the Columbia and Snake Rivers, from Lewis and Clark and their Corps of Discovery to Sacajawea and the legendary John Colter. Learn about the stunning eruption of Mount St. Helens and the leveling of the Columbia River as you transit its many lock and dam systems.
New England
Indulge in the rich maritime history and cultural treasures of New England, with the help of our onboard experts. Through engaging presentations onboard and ashore, learn about early exploration and the history of America’s birthplace from the first settlers to the present. Discover the plentiful marine wildlife, the amazing Maine lobster industry, and the region’s unique ecology and geology.
Mississippi River
As we cruise this legendary river, our experts will provide you with a deeper understanding of river history, culture, and lore. Learn about the Civil War as you walk the grounds on which it took place. Take part in discussions about the river’s role in the development of American music and discover how steamboats played a major part in America’s western expansion.
Southeast
From Baltimore to Jacksonville, topics of our onboard experts include a blend of natural and human history. Learn about the underlying geology of the area, coastal culture and ecology, native wildlife, and maritime heritage, including the history of pirates. Discover why many destinations along the way were once winter retreats for America’s wealthiest families.
Puget Sound
Our onboard naturalists and historians bring meaning and relevance to each destination. Learn about the unique marine life and the incredible ecosystem of Washington's temperate rainforest, as well as the native art and culture of the region. As we cruise, listen to our onboard expert describe the native wildlife including whales, eagles, and seals from the sun deck.
Alaska
Alaska holds some of the greatest scenery and wildlife on the planet. Seasoned Alaskan travelers, our onboard experts share their knowledge of the area in an entertaining and fun way. While cruising, discover fascinating facts on the region's flora, fauna, geology, and wildlife as well as the history of the native people.
Entertainment
On board of the American Melody
American Melody deck plans
Deck 5
- Sun Deck
- Sky Walk
Deck 4
- Veranda Suites
- Grand Suites
- Single Private Balcony
- Sky Lounge
- High Note Lounge
- Pilothouse
- Vestibule
- Ellipse Café
Deck 3
- AAM Private Balconies
- Single Private Balconies
- River Lounge
- The Study
- Vestibule
Deck 2
- AAC Private Balconies
- Single Private Balconies
- Vestibule
- Bow Terrace
- Lyric Lounge
- Fitness Room
- Yoga Studio
Deck 1
- AAR Private Balconies (1x accessible)
- Ship's Office
- Vestibule
- Galley
- Restaurant
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Get Onboard Our Green Fleet!
As innovators of the U.S. cruise industry, American Cruise Lines has an obligation to protect the environments in which we travel through socially responsible and eco-friendly practices. For decades we have constructed our 100 to 200-passenger ships with a “green” forward approach, building the most environmentally friendly fleet of modern riverboats and small cruise ships in the US.
From the waterways we cruise to the partners we support and the port cities we visit, we pride ourselves on our continual conservation efforts through emissions reduction, sustainable sourcing, onboard recycling program, and strategies to reduce water and energy consumption. The areas in which we cruise are some of the country’s most pristine. We are committed to keeping them that way for generations to come. When you choose American Cruise Lines, you’ve made a choice to cruise green.
Biodegradable Products
Proper management of onboard waste is critical to environmental welfare. A variety of biodegradable products are available aboard every riverboat in our fleet, including shampoos, soaps, and cleaning supplies.
Less Plastic
Single use plastic has been replaced with reusable dishware and water bottles where possible. In other areas, it has been replaced by biodegradable materials and recycled paper products.
Culinary Sustainability
American Cruise Lines has a commitment to culinary sustainability, sourcing ingredients from the local communities we visit. This includes both farm to table initiatives and a commitment to consider responsible practices such as the Seafood Stewardship Index.
Community Support
American Cruise Lines contributes to charitable programs that support the areas and communities we visit. These programs range from helping reduce hunger to educating children about our responsibility to the sea.
Modernizing our Fleet
American uses low-energy LED lighting throughout the ship as well as EPA Energy Star equipment to reduce overall onboard energy consumption. This means both less energy consumed and less electricity generated.
Setting Industry Standards
Unlike older ships, which are largely exempted from new regulations, our fleet of new US riverboats has advanced wastewater treatment systems which are compliant with the most stringent industry standards.
High Emissions Standards
American’s series of modern riverboats meets new emissions standards set by the EPA. Engines and generators are EPA Tier 4 compliant and use modern technologies for exhaust after-treatment.
Minimized Carbon Footprint
Our fleet runs on the most efficient engines in the industry, designed to reduce pollution and leave a smaller carbon footprint. Exhaust scrubbers and advanced electronic controls contribute to our carbon reduction.
Dress Code
Casual resort attire is recommended both on the ship and ashore. For dinner, men’s clothing might include a sport shirt and slacks, with sport coat or sweater. Women might find a sweater and slacks, or dress appropriate. American Cruise Lines also recommends you bring comfortable walking shoes, a hat, light rain wear, and a jacket for cool evenings.
Dietary Requirements
American Cruise Lines will work to cater any dietary needs. Please tell your cruise specialist approximately two weeks prior to your cruise so that we may plan accordingly. Refrigeration is available to store insulin or other medications requiring protection.
Packing Recommendations
American Cruise Lines recommends you pack comfortable resort attire and the following:
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Light rain wear
- Jacket for cool evenings
- Camera
- Photo identification
Wi-Fi
American Cruise Lines’ ships feature free ship-wide Wi-Fi Internet access and complimentary computer access in its lounges. Depending on weather and location, Internet connection may at times be unavailable.
Accessibility
American Cruise Lines, Inc.’s ships are equipped with accessible rooms. Most ships’ lounges, sun decks, and dining salons are accessible by wheelchairs or other walking aid devices. The ships are also equipped with an elevator for ease of movement between decks.
Smoking Policy
Smoking is only allowed in designated areas on the ships. Please note that smoking is strictly prohibited in staterooms and on private balconies.
What's Included
American Cruise Lines’ per person fare includes passage, dining service, snacks, complimentary cocktail parties, and entertainment aboard the ship. Fares do not include shore tours (unless otherwise noted) or port charges and fees. Guests are not expected to leave a gratuity on board.
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