American Cruise Lines

American Melody

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Year Built

2021

Passengers

190

Tonnage

3,300 GT

Decks

About the Ship

American Melody

American Melody is a modern riverboat navigating the great rivers of America. She features a large sun lounge on the top deck, a cafe with specialty coffees, and balcony staterooms.

Ship Highlights

Intimate small ship experience
Modern vessel with state-of-the-art facilities

Dining Experience

American Cruise Lines features single-seating, open-table dining with regionally inspired menus that change to reflect the destinations visited. Fresh, locally sourced ingredients highlight the cuisine of the rivers and coastlines you're exploring.

Entertainment & Activities

The focus is on destination enrichment rather than Las Vegas-style shows. Expert naturalists, historians, and local entertainers come aboard to share insights about the regions visited. Evening entertainment includes live music, trivia, and themed events.

Staterooms & Suites

As a small-ship line, American Cruise Lines offers spacious staterooms with large windows or private balconies on the newest vessels. The intimate ship sizes (100-180 passengers) mean personalized service and an uncrowded experience. American Melody accommodates up to 190 guests.

Good to Know

This intimate ship offers a personalized experience with easy access to all venues and a high crew-to-guest ratio. Consider a drink package or specialty dining package if you plan to dine outside the complimentary venues regularly.

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Specifications

Ship Details

Cruise Line: American Cruise Lines
Year Built: 2021
Passenger Capacity: 190
Gross Tonnage: 3,300 GT
Length: 100.0m
Speed: 12.5 knots
Crew: 60
Decks: 5
Registry: United States

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"Our experience on American Melody was absolutely incredible. The ship is beautiful and well-maintained, and the ports of call were amazing. We booked all our excursions through Vacation Booker and saved a fortune compared to the cruise line prices."

Michael K.

American Cruise Lines | Jan 2026

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"This was our third cruise on American Melody and it never disappoints. The staff is wonderful and the itinerary was perfect. We used Vacation Booker for a private snorkeling tour that was the highlight of the entire trip."

Diana P.

American Cruise Lines | Nov 2025

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"First-time cruisers and we chose American Melody. The ship exceeded all expectations. We loved how easy it was to book our shore excursions in advance, and the return-to-ship guarantee gave us total peace of mind."

Alex W.

American Cruise Lines | Dec 2025

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