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Columbia & Snake Rivers

9-DAYS / 8-NIGHTS
OUR MOST POPULAR ITINERARY
Embrace the pioneering spirit of Lewis and Clark as you immerse yourself in the history of their expedition into the West. As our intimate and well-appointed riverboat makes its way along these legendary rivers, be amazed by the constant shifts in landscapes from lush forest mountains to desert canyons.
Pacific Ocean
Astoria
Columbia River
Fort Clatsop
Portland
Mount St. Helens
Kalama
Stevenson Hood River
Multnomah Falls
Washougal Mt. Hood
Cascade Mountains
The Dalles
Richland
WASHINGTON
Columbia River
OREGON
Snake River
Pendleton
Spokane
Lewiston
Clarkston
Hells Canyon
IDAHO
For reverse itinerary, see pages 46-47.
Cruise Highlights
Pre Hells Canyon Pre-Cruise Package « This optional two-night hotel stay includes an exhilarating jet boat ride into America ' s deepest canyon. Along the way, be treated to refreshments at a private ranch located within the canyon.
Day 1 Clarkston, WA « Arrive in Clarkston and get settled into your hotel. We ' ll introduce you to the region with an evening presentation.
Day 2 Cruising the Snake River « Board your ship and enjoy a day cruising through the desert canyons of the Snake River.
Day 3 Pendleton, OR « Discover the Pendleton Underground, where cowboys, card sharks, and bootleggers once thrived.
Richland, WA « Visit the REACH Museum, which illustrates the history and culture of the region through engaging exhibits, artifacts, and tours.
Day 4 Cruising the Columbia River Gorge Sit back on the sun deck as we cruise this spectacular river canyon cutting through the Cascade Mountain Range.
Day 5 Hood River, OR « Experience the sights and sounds of Multnomah Falls, the second tallest year-round waterfall in the U. S.
Day 6 Mount St. Helens, WA « Stare into the lava dome of Mount St. Helens and enjoy the breathtaking narrated ride up the mountain to the Johnston Ridge Observatory.
Day 7 Astoria, OR « Visit Fort Clatsop and explore an exact replica of the Lewis and Clark Expedition Team encampment site.
Day 8 Day of River Cruising « Read a good book in the library, listen to the music of a guest performer, or simply unwind on the sun deck.
Day 9 Portland, OR « Enjoy breakfast with new friends, before departing the ship for your journey home.
To learn more about specific excursions, visit AmericanCruiseLines. com
We also offer a 7-Day Columbia River Gorge cruise. Call for pricing and details.
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Call for pre-cruise package availability and pricing. Room category rates are per person and correspond with each ship ' s deck plan starting on page 85. All itineraries, prices, routes, excursions, and ships are subject to change.