Relaxing Train & Columbia River Paddle Wheel Cruise!
One of our most-popular packages of all time! Take the Amtrak train from Vancouver BC, to Vancouver WA. Board the American Empress and cruise the Columbia river in modern luxury. This is the largest overnight paddlewheel riverboat west of the Mississippi. Cruise to Astoria, The Dalles, Stevenson, and Clarkson. Enjoy canyons, gorges, and historic small towns. A tour is included in each stop, PLUS enjoy your walkout veranda cabin! 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 accommodation in the heart of Portland’s city center. Nice spa, great beds, great staff. The train! A Veranda cabin! A great Portland hotel! Close to home & different! Call today! This small ship sells out fast!
American Empress cruise itinerary:
Day 1: Vancouver, WADeparture 6pm
Board the American Empress in beautiful Vancouver, WA and settle in for your magnificent Spring journey through the great Pacific Northwest.
Day 2: 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!
Day 3: 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.
Day 4: 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.”
Day 5: 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!
* Roundtrip train/bus from Vancouver!
* 4 nights aboard American Empress!
* Window or walk-out verandah cabin!
* 3 nights Portland city centre hotel!
* All transfers & taxes!
$2199 CDN /p
All tax included! This is an estimate of the CDN price - Ask us!
American Empress cruise itinerary:
Day 1: Vancouver, WADeparture 6pm
Board the American Empress in beautiful Vancouver, WA and settle in for your magnificent Spring journey through the great Pacific Northwest.
Day 2: 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!
Day 3: 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.
Day 4: 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.”
Day 5: 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!
* Roundtrip train/bus from Vancouver!
* 4 nights aboard American Empress!
* Window or walk-out verandah cabin!
* 3 nights Portland city centre hotel!
* All transfers & taxes!
$2199 CDN /p
All tax included! This is an estimate of the CDN price - Ask us!
