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7-night Historic Mississippi River Cruise

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American Melody
cruise info

  • American Cruise Lines: American Melody
  • |
  • March 12, 2026

itinerary

  1. Day 1
    New Orleans
    | Thu Mar 12, 2026
  2. Day 2
    Mississippi River Cruising
    | Fri Mar 13, 2026
  3. Day 3
    Oak Alley Plantation
    | Sat Mar 14, 2026
  4. Day 4
    Houmas House
    | Sat Mar 14, 2026
  5. Day 5
    Baton Rouge
    | Sun Mar 15, 2026
  6. Day 6
    Natchez
    | Mon Mar 16, 2026
  7. Day 7
    Vicksburg
    | Mon Mar 16, 2026
  8. Day 8
    St. Francisville
    | Tue Mar 17, 2026
  9. Day 9
    New Orleans
    | Wed Mar 18, 2026
  10. Day 10
    New Orleans
    | Thu Mar 19, 2026
Sailing Features
  • 7 Nights
  • Mar 12, 2026 / Mar 19, 2026
  • New Orleans
  • New Orleans
  • American Melody
Bonus Offers
Exclusive Amenities Available:
  • $100 per Couple Shipboard Credit

Suites

Choose the perfect room for you
Balcony
Suite
Balcony
Single Balcony Stateroom

Stateroom size: 250 sq ft. Includes a floor-to-ceiling glass door leading to a full-size private balcony with table and chairs, full-size bed, full bathroom with large shower, toiletries, hairdryer and plush towels, storage with wardrobe, full-size dresser, under-bed storage and desk drawers, plus individual climate control, TV, safe and USB charging ports.

Balcony
Standard Balcony Stateroom

Stateroom size: 275 sq ft. Features floor-to-ceiling glass doors leading to a private balcony with table and chairs, king-size bed convertible to two twin beds, full bathroom with large shower, toiletries, hairdryer and plush towels, storage with wardrobe, full-size dresser, under-bed storage and desk drawers, plus individual climate control, TV, safe and USB charging ports.

Balcony
Deluxe Balcony Stateroom

Stateroom size: 315 sq ft. Features floor-to-ceiling glass doors leading to a private balcony with table and chairs, king-size bed convertible to two twin beds, full bathroom with large shower, toiletries, hairdryer and plush towels, storage with wardrobe, full-size dresser, under-bed storage and desk drawers, plus individual climate control, TV, safe and USB charging ports.

Balcony
Premium Balcony Stateroom

Stateroom size: 350 sq ft. Features floor-to-ceiling glass doors leading to a private balcony with table and chairs, king-size bed convertible to two twin beds, full bathroom with large shower, toiletries, hairdryer and plush towels, storage with wardrobe, full-size dresser, under-bed storage and desk drawers, plus individual climate control, TV, safe and USB charging ports.

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American Melody cruise ship

American Cruise Lines:   American Melody

The Future of American River Cruising™ continues with American Melody, the 4th in the modern riverboat series. American Melody showcases a whole new aesthetic, with an updated interior design, bringing ship to the next level of modern sophistication. Specifically designed to navigate the Mississippi River, American Melody features panoramic views throughout, including an impressive four-story glass atrium in the center of the ship. Ranging from 250 to 650 square feet, all of the spacious staterooms feature full-size bathrooms, roomy closets, and private balconies where you can enjoy daily breakfast room service. American Melody also offers the Ellipse Café for casual dining, an option that has been very popular with the guests.
  • Maiden Voyage:
    2021
  • Registry:
    United States
  • Passenger Capacity:
    175
  • Number of Staterooms:
    91
  • Number of Suites:
    16
  • Dining / Restaurants:
    2
  • Bars / Lounges:
    4
  • Fitness Center:
    Yes
  • Lounge:
    Yes
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