American Empress

Proudly serving as the largest overnight riverboat west of the Mississippi River, the American Empress cruises the Columbia and Snake Rivers delivering a rich sense of history in modern comfort and carries just 221 passengers.

Boasting a vast collection of some of the most intricate artifacts and artwork of Native Alaska, Russia, the Gold Rush and the sternwheeler era in and around Portland, Oregon, the corridors of our Columbia and Snake River cruise boat hold nearly as much beauty and intrigue as the dramatic scenery unfolding on the river outside.

We invite you to step aboard our authentic paddlewheeler and delight in the luxurious modern amenities, gracious service and endless authentic experiences that await you.


Ship Profile & Stats
  • Maiden voyage: 2003
  • Refurbished: 2014
  • Length: 360 feet
  • Ship registration: USA
  • Passenger capacity (dbl): 221
  • Crew nationality: American
  • Officer nationality: American
  • Dining nationality: American
Ship Amenities
  • Flatscreen Television
  • Private Bathroom with shower
  • 24-Hour Room Service
Ship Facilities
  • Paddlewheel Lounge
  • The Astoria Dining Room
  • The Show Lounge
  • Pilot House
  • River Grill & Bar
  • 10 Bikes
  • 36 Walking Sticks
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Discovery Deck

Explorer Deck

Frontier Deck

Vista View Deck

LS - Luxury Suite with Veranda Plan
LS - Luxury Suite with Veranda Photo
Feel as if you own the American Empress in this expansive suite. You are treated to sweeping river views through large windows facing forward and starboard. Step out onto your private veranda and scean the riverbanks for wildlife. Sip a beverage and converse in your spacious sitting room complete with a large flat-screen TV, premium sound, cocktail table and wet bar. Your bedroom is separate from the sitting room for the ideal home away from home.

410 sq. ft.
Queen Bed or Two Twin Beds
One Sofa Bed
Large View Windows
Private Veranda
Sitting Room
Panoramic View Forward and Starboard
Wet Bar
Large Flat-screen TV
Alarm Clock
Mini Refrigerator
Coffee Maker
Sound System
Safe

A - Suite with Veranda Plan
A - Suite with Veranda Photo
Enjoy this large suite with a comfortable sitting area and premium sound system. Your semiprivate veranda provides splendid river views from four stories above the river as well as direct access to the wraparound Vista View Deck, perfect for sharing a view and socializing with fellow guests. View stateroom floor plan.

* 310 sq. ft.
* Queen Bed or Two Twin Beds
* Large View Windows
* Semiprivate Veranda with Vista View Deck Access
* Sitting Area
* Flat-screen TV
* Alarm Clock
* Mini Refrigerator
* Coffee Maker
* Sound System
* Safe

B - Superior Veranda Stateroom Plan
B - Superior Veranda Stateroom Photo
Relax and unwind in this spacious stateroom with either a cozy sitting area or a panoramic view with large forward-facing windows. Your private veranda provides a quiet place to watch the dramatic, ever-changing scenery.

* 210-250 sq. ft.
* Queen Bed or Two Twin Beds
* Large View Windows
* Private Veranda
* Sitting Area or Panoramic View Forward
* Flat-screen TV
* Alarm Clock
* Mini Refrigerator
* Safe

C - Deluxe Veranda Stateroom Plan
C - Deluxe Veranda Stateroom Photo
Deluxe veranda staterooms are a popular choice for many couples. Share a toast on your private veranda as you glide through the scenic Pacific Northwest.

* 180 sq. ft.
* Queen Bed or Two Twin Beds
* View Windows
* Private Veranda
* Flat-screen TV
* Alarm Clock
* Mini Refrigerator
* Safe

D - Outside Stateroom with Window Plan
Delight in this large stateroom with generously sized windows and lovely river views.

* 180 sq. ft.
* View Windows
* Flat-screen TV
* Alarm Clock
* Mini Refrigerator
* Safe

E - Veranda Stateroom Plan
E - Veranda Stateroom Photo
Enjoy a great value with this efficient stateroom. Your semiprivate veranda provides breathtaking views as well as direct access to the Vista View Deck.

* 150 sq. ft.
* Queen Bed or Two Twin Beds
* View Windows
* Semiprivate Veranda with Vista View Deck Access
* Flat-screenTV
* Alarm Clock
* Mini Refrigerator
* Safe

SO - Single Outside Stateroom with Veranda Plan
SO - Single Outside Stateroom with Veranda Photo
SO - Single Outside with Veranda
Take advantage of the features found in a Deluxe Veranda Stateroom in this slightly scaled down version, custom fit for the single traveler. * 160 sq. ft. * One Twin Bed * View Windows * Private Veranda * Flat-screen TV * Alarm Clock * Mini Refrigerator * Safe