Vancouver Train & River Paddle Wheel Cruise! Mar 24-Apr 3
A unique, close-to-home, luxury river cruise! Amtrak from Bellingham or Vancouver BC, to Vancouver WA - overnight at the Hilton. Board the American Empress and cruise the Columbia river on the largest overnight paddlewheel riverboat west of the Mississippi! Cruise to Astoria, The Dalles, Stevenson, and Portland with a special tour along the Hood River. Enjoy canyons, gorges, and historic small towns. A tour is included in each stop, PLUS enjoy a private 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 2 nights at the Portland’s Benson Hotel - in the heart of the historic center. The train! A veranda cabin! A great Portland hotel! Close to home & unique! This luxury small ship sells out fast! Enjoy your veranda cabin as you glide through the scenic Pacific Northwest - call us today!
American Empress cruise itinerary:
March 25: Vancouver, WA
Departure 6:00 PM
The hospitality desk will be open today between 8:30 AM and 12:00 PM at the official Pre-Cruise
hotel. During the easy check-in procedure, representatives will arrange your transfer to the vessel
and answer questions regarding your upcoming voyage. The process is simple and will have you
back to exploring or relaxing in no time. If you think of additional questions, the hospitality staff will
be at your service until the transfers begin to take you to the American Empress.
March 26: Astoria, OR
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!
March 27: Scenic River Cruising
Behold the beauty of nature as you enjoy a day of scenic river cruising. Picturesque canyon walls
and fascinating volcanic formations will keep you guessing as to what lies around the next bend.
As you wind through the dramatic mountains and forested ridges of the great Pacific Northwest,
join our Riverlorian on-deck for insightful and entertaining narration.
March 28: The Dalles, OR
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, gunslingers, 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.”
March 29: The Dalles/Hood River Bus Tour
Take advantage of included morning and afternoon tours in The Dalles with a scenic bus tour along
Hood River.
March 30: Stevenson, WA
On the banks of the scenic Columbia River, the city of Stevenson is your launchpad 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.
March 31: Portland, OR
The “City of Roses” is an eclectic blend of art galleries, coffee shops, museums and farm-to-table
restaurants with a spirited vibe. Marvel at the beauty of more than 8,000 roses at the International
Rose Test Garden. Or spend the day discovering nature’s boundless power at nearby Mount St.
Helens.
April 1: Vancouver, WA
Arrival 8:00 AM
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!
* 1 night Hilton Vancouver WA Hotel!
* 7 nights aboard American Empress verandah cabin!
* 2 night Portland Benson Historic Hotel!
* All transfers & taxes - & train home!
$3399 CDN /p
Private 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.
entertainment & terrific food! After your cruise, enjoy 2 nights at the Portland’s Benson Hotel - in the heart of the historic center. The train! A veranda cabin! A great Portland hotel! Close to home & unique! This luxury small ship sells out fast! Enjoy your veranda cabin as you glide through the scenic Pacific Northwest - call us today!
American Empress cruise itinerary:
March 25: Vancouver, WA
Departure 6:00 PM
The hospitality desk will be open today between 8:30 AM and 12:00 PM at the official Pre-Cruise
hotel. During the easy check-in procedure, representatives will arrange your transfer to the vessel
and answer questions regarding your upcoming voyage. The process is simple and will have you
back to exploring or relaxing in no time. If you think of additional questions, the hospitality staff will
be at your service until the transfers begin to take you to the American Empress.
March 26: Astoria, OR
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!
March 27: Scenic River Cruising
Behold the beauty of nature as you enjoy a day of scenic river cruising. Picturesque canyon walls
and fascinating volcanic formations will keep you guessing as to what lies around the next bend.
As you wind through the dramatic mountains and forested ridges of the great Pacific Northwest,
join our Riverlorian on-deck for insightful and entertaining narration.
March 28: The Dalles, OR
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, gunslingers, 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.”
March 29: The Dalles/Hood River Bus Tour
Take advantage of included morning and afternoon tours in The Dalles with a scenic bus tour along
Hood River.
March 30: Stevenson, WA
On the banks of the scenic Columbia River, the city of Stevenson is your launchpad 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.
March 31: Portland, OR
The “City of Roses” is an eclectic blend of art galleries, coffee shops, museums and farm-to-table
restaurants with a spirited vibe. Marvel at the beauty of more than 8,000 roses at the International
Rose Test Garden. Or spend the day discovering nature’s boundless power at nearby Mount St.
Helens.
April 1: Vancouver, WA
Arrival 8:00 AM
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!
* 1 night Hilton Vancouver WA Hotel!
* 7 nights aboard American Empress verandah cabin!
* 2 night Portland Benson Historic Hotel!
* All transfers & taxes - & train home!
$3399 CDN /p
Private 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.