Vancouver Train & River Paddle Wheel Cruise! Nov 16-23
One of our most-popular packages of all time! Amtrak train from Vancouver or Bellingham to Vancouver, WA. Board the American Empress and cruise the Columbia river in modern luxury. This is the largest overnight paddle wheel riverboat west of the Mississippi. Cruise to Astoria, The Dalles, and Stevenson. Enjoy canyons, gorges, and historic small towns. A tour is included in each stop! The Empress is authentically designed and decorated in the traditions of the Old South - great showboat entertainment & terrific food. After your cruise, enjoy 3 nights at Portland’s beautiful Benson Hotel - in the heart of the city. The train! A Veranda cabin! The beautiful Benson hotel! Close to home & unique! Call today - this is the last time this 7-night package will be offered!
American Empress cruise itinerary:
Nov 16: Vancouver, WA
Departure 6pm
Board the American Empress in beautiful Vancouver, WA and settle in for your magnificent Spring journey through the great Pacific Northwest.
Nov 17: Astoria, OR
Arrival 5am - Departure 5pm
Astoria is known to be the oldest American Settlement west of the Rocky Mountains. For thousands of years, Clatsop Indians inhabited the lands that are now known as Astoria. In 1805, Lewis and Clark led their expedition through the town and spent the winter at Fort Clatsop. In 1813, a British warship sailed into the Columbia River, gaining possession of the city and holding control until 1818, when they finally agreed to a joint occupation of the land. The British did not fully leave Astoria until 1846. There is no doubting the rich history has deep roots grounded in this Columbia River town. When the history combines with the scenery, the harmony will surely bring you back for more!
Nov 18: Stevenson, WA
Arrival 9am - Departure 5pm
On the banks of the scenic Columbia River, the city of Stevenson is your launch pad to the Washington side of the Gorge. A stroll along the Rock Cove pathway or the Columbia River waterfront is a great way to take in surroundings. Downtown Stevenson is home to unique shops, art galleries, and restaurants. Stevenson is in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Explore the eastern entrance to Mount St. Helens or the spectacular Lewis River Valley.
Nov 19: The Dalles, OR
Arrival 9am - Departure 6pm
At the end of the overland Oregon Trail, The Dalles holds a unique place in history as a jumping-off spot for pioneers, soldiers, gold miners, adventurers, gun-slingers, floozies, and scallywags. Lewis and Clark camped at this location at Rock Fort Camp during their historic journey in 1805 and 1806. Fort Dalles was established in 1850. Oregon Trail pioneers ended their overland journey at The Dalles, forced to build rafts and take the “river road” west to Fort Vancouver, then into the Willamette River valley. Ten thousand years of Native American trading took place on the banks of the Columbia River, shaped by the Ice Age Missoula floods. The town was located at the foot of a series of dangerous rapids which the Hudson’s Bay Company fur traders called “The Dalles of the Columbia.”
Nov 20: Vancouver, WA
Arrival 8am - Disembark ship
All this is included!
· Complimentary shore excursions in every port!
· Complimentary wine and beer with dinner!
· Complimentary bottled water and soft drinks!
· Special Pacific Northwest specialty menus!
· Multiple specialty dining options - no additional charge!
· Gracious service from a friendly all-American staff!
· Casual elegance abounds, no formal wear required!
· Daily lectures by the Riverlorian, our onboard historian!
· Professional showboat entertainment/dancing nightly!
· The most elegant overnight Paddlewheel riverboat in America!
* Train from Vancouver or Bellingham!
* 4 nights aboard American Empress!
* Walk-out BALCONYcabin!
*3 night Portland Benson Historic Hotel!
* All transfers & taxes - & train home!
$2199 CDN /p
Walk-out BALCONY! All tax included! This is an estimate of the CDN price - Ask us
Robert, Lisa, Janice & Lois - we all work together!
604 888-1756 or 1-800-608-7245
info@cruiseencounters.com
Are medical conditions keeping you at home? Appointments or surgery scheduled? You can still travel with FULL medical and cancellation insurance - affordable, and no forms to complete!
*Prices are accurate at time of publishing. We do our best to hold package prices as long as we can, but they can change without notice to us - book early!
If not mentioned, prices are 2 sharing.
American Empress cruise itinerary:
Nov 16: Vancouver, WA
Departure 6pm
Board the American Empress in beautiful Vancouver, WA and settle in for your magnificent Spring journey through the great Pacific Northwest.
Nov 17: Astoria, OR
Arrival 5am - Departure 5pm
Astoria is known to be the oldest American Settlement west of the Rocky Mountains. For thousands of years, Clatsop Indians inhabited the lands that are now known as Astoria. In 1805, Lewis and Clark led their expedition through the town and spent the winter at Fort Clatsop. In 1813, a British warship sailed into the Columbia River, gaining possession of the city and holding control until 1818, when they finally agreed to a joint occupation of the land. The British did not fully leave Astoria until 1846. There is no doubting the rich history has deep roots grounded in this Columbia River town. When the history combines with the scenery, the harmony will surely bring you back for more!
Nov 18: Stevenson, WA
Arrival 9am - Departure 5pm
On the banks of the scenic Columbia River, the city of Stevenson is your launch pad to the Washington side of the Gorge. A stroll along the Rock Cove pathway or the Columbia River waterfront is a great way to take in surroundings. Downtown Stevenson is home to unique shops, art galleries, and restaurants. Stevenson is in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Explore the eastern entrance to Mount St. Helens or the spectacular Lewis River Valley.
Nov 19: The Dalles, OR
Arrival 9am - Departure 6pm
At the end of the overland Oregon Trail, The Dalles holds a unique place in history as a jumping-off spot for pioneers, soldiers, gold miners, adventurers, gun-slingers, floozies, and scallywags. Lewis and Clark camped at this location at Rock Fort Camp during their historic journey in 1805 and 1806. Fort Dalles was established in 1850. Oregon Trail pioneers ended their overland journey at The Dalles, forced to build rafts and take the “river road” west to Fort Vancouver, then into the Willamette River valley. Ten thousand years of Native American trading took place on the banks of the Columbia River, shaped by the Ice Age Missoula floods. The town was located at the foot of a series of dangerous rapids which the Hudson’s Bay Company fur traders called “The Dalles of the Columbia.”
Nov 20: Vancouver, WA
Arrival 8am - Disembark ship
All this is included!
· Complimentary shore excursions in every port!
· Complimentary wine and beer with dinner!
· Complimentary bottled water and soft drinks!
· Special Pacific Northwest specialty menus!
· Multiple specialty dining options - no additional charge!
· Gracious service from a friendly all-American staff!
· Casual elegance abounds, no formal wear required!
· Daily lectures by the Riverlorian, our onboard historian!
· Professional showboat entertainment/dancing nightly!
· The most elegant overnight Paddlewheel riverboat in America!
* Train from Vancouver or Bellingham!
* 4 nights aboard American Empress!
* Walk-out BALCONYcabin!
*3 night Portland Benson Historic Hotel!
* All transfers & taxes - & train home!
$2199 CDN /p
Walk-out BALCONY! All tax included! This is an estimate of the CDN price - Ask us
Robert, Lisa, Janice & Lois - we all work together!
604 888-1756 or 1-800-608-7245
info@cruiseencounters.com
Are medical conditions keeping you at home? Appointments or surgery scheduled? You can still travel with FULL medical and cancellation insurance - affordable, and no forms to complete!
*Prices are accurate at time of publishing. We do our best to hold package prices as long as we can, but they can change without notice to us - book early!
If not mentioned, prices are 2 sharing.