The Perfect Summer Vacation: A Pacific Northwest River Cruise.

Bear witness to the precious lands of the Pacific Northwest,  just as it appeared to Lewis and Clark in 1805:   majestic and unimaginably gorgeous.   Nowhere is the timelessness of rivers more apparent than in the pristine Pacific Northwest, a captivating corner of America, which displays an abundance of awe-inspiring, natural beauty that will leave you breathless. Travel into the heart of Washington's wine country where many acclaimed wineries of the region have made their mark among wine connoisseurs, take in the scenery from Mt. Hood's Timberline Lodge nestled among the pines or climb the Astoria Column to view the expansive Pacific. A voyage on the Columbia and Snake Rivers aboard the American Empress® will show you the world from a new perspective. Watch our video We offer a variety of enticing shore excursions which highlight the beautiful terrain and one-of-a-kind experiences that nature has to offer. Create a memorable vacation with soft adventure activities such as fishing, zip lining and jet boat rides. contact your Travel Agent to book. CLARKSTON TO VANCOUVER, WA (PORTLAND) Clarkston, WA - Tri-Cities, WA - The Dalles, OR - Stevenson, WA - Astoria, OR - Vancouver, WA Read more This voyage through the Pacific Northwest shows you the beauty and bounty of nature, as well as the history and heritage of the people who inhabited this diverse region. The Cascade Range separates the dense forests of the coastal regions of Washington and Oregon from the arid rolling hills and wine country the Red Mountain region... Voyage Dates June 18 July 2, 16, 30   VIEW OFFER DETAILS   SAVE up to $400* per stateroom this summer! VANCOUVER, WA (PORTLAND) TO CLARKSTON Vancouver, WA - Astoria, OR - The Dalles, OR - Stevenson, WA - Tri-Cities, WA - Clarkston, WA Read more "Ocian in view! O! The joy!" These are the original words, and spelling of "ocean," William Clark scrawled in his journal on November 7, 1805. One could hardly blame him for forgetting his spelling lessons in all the excitement. Experience the same sense of excitement and wonder as your journey begins in Vancouver near the Pacific... Voyage Dates June 11, 25 July 9, 23 Aug. 6   VIEW OFFER DETAILS   SAVE up to $400* per stateroom this summer! For reservations contact your preferred Travel Professional.   *Save $800 per stateroom ($400 per person) on double occupancy cruise fare for these American Empress 2017 voyages: 4/02, 11/12 and 11/19. Save $600 per stateroom ($300 per person) on double occupancy cruise fare for these American Empress 2017 voyages: 4/30, 5/14, 5/28, 10/22, 10/29 and 11/05. Save $500 per stateroom ($250 per person) on double occupancy cruise fare for these American Empress 2017 voyages: 4/09 and 4/16. Save $400 per stateroom ($200 per person) on double occupancy cruise fare for these American Empress 2017 voyages: 6/04, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, 7/02, 7/09, 7/23, 7/30, 8/06, 9/03 and 9/17. Offers expire 3/31/2017 or when no qualifying cabins are available. Offers are only valid on new, paid-in-full bookings. Full payment at time of booking is required to redeem these offers and cabins will not be held without full payment. Offers open to U.S. and Canada residents only. Not valid on Group bookings or existing reservations; cannot be combined with other promotions or discounts. Promotional fares and amenities are capacity controlled, may vary by sailing and may be withdrawn without notice. Cruise fare does not include government taxes and fees, port charges, gratuities, airfare, insurance, personal expenditures, and transportation costs incurred while traveling to and from embarkation ports. Not responsible for errors or omissions. Additional terms and conditions may apply - call for details. © 2017 American Queen Steamboat Operating Company, LLC