American Glory, American Revolution Cruise ex Washington Return

10 Night Cruise sailing from Washington roundtrip onboard American Glory.

Cruise Overview:

Travel back to the dawn of America, on our enriching 11-day American Revolution cruise, round-trip from Washington, DC. Explore the quaint towns and historic cities that have shaped our nation, including Colonial Williamsburg, a living history museum with period-specific tradespeople, shopkeepers, and political figures.

Step onto the last battlefield of the Revolutionary War in Yorktown and travel to Jamestown, the site of the first English settlement in the New World. In Annapolis, take a guided city tour and visit the homes of the Founding Fathers who signed the Declaration of Independence. Visit Mount Vernon, George Washington’s iconic 18th-century home, before exploring our nation’s capital, the Smithsonian exhibitions, and the area's many historic monuments. On board and on shore, Revolutionary War experts, authors, and re-enactors join us to bring our nation’s history to life.

American Glory blends the best qualities of expedition adventure cruising with the refinement, luxury, stability, and land proximity of river cruising. Observation and sitting areas will be available at the bow, while a unique Swim/Activity Platform at the stern of the ship features kayaks and a tender for local exploration. The shallow draft of the vessels allow rare access into small ports and ability to travel on almost any river or waterway.

Aboard American Glory, land never out of sight, allowing guests even more time to explore each port. The modern interior, designed by Studio DADO, the Miami based firm responsible for the interior designs of our newest modern riverboats, offers our guests an unprecedented level of comfort and elegance and evokes a sense of pride and appreciation for U.S. history. The choice of color palettes, furnishings, and art work will reflect the culture of the Chesapeake Bay, and Southeast. As you cruise, relax in your luxurious staterooms and enjoy a front row seat to the beautiful passing scenery.

Their inaugural cruise season for American Glory will begin in the fall of 2023 on select Chesapeake Bay and Southeast itineraries.

American Cruise Lines is the leader in small ship cruising! Carrying up to 180 maximum depending on the vessel, all of the small ships are able to easily navigate America's smooth, inland waterways and dock in the heart of each charming port. From Maine to Florida, the itineraries are designed to allow passengers to experience intimately each area's local culture, fascinating history and natural splendor.

Unsurpassed personal attention and intimate ambience make American Cruise Lines the leader in small ship cruising. The all-American crew is friendly, polite and eager to pamper you. Highly skilled chefs treat passengers to delectable feasts, masterfully prepared with the utmost in care and quality, highlighting the flavors of the local regions.

Refreshingly casual, flexible and unregimented - American Cruise Lines provides an intimate ambience conducive to camaraderie. Curl up with a book in the library, chat with new friends in one of the lounges, or watch the passing scenery from one of the open observation decks.

Each night, passengers relive the day's adventures over complimentary cocktails and hors d'oeuvres before dinner.