ACL American Constellation

ACL American Constellation current position

The current location of ACL American Constellation is in North America West Coast (coordinates 48.12104 N / -123.42831 W) cruising en route to PORT ANGELES, WA. The AIS position was last reported 6 minutes ago.

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Current itinerary of ACL American Constellation

ACL American Constellation current cruise is а 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise. Prices start from USD 5010 (double occupancy rates). The itinerary begins on May 5, 2025 and ends on May 12, 2025.

Specifications of ACL American Constellation

Year of build2017  /  Age: 8
Flag state USA
BuilderChesapeake Shipbuilding (Salisbury, Maryland USA)
ClassACL Coastal Cruiser USA
Building costUSD 30 million
Speed12 kn / 22 km/h / 14 mph
Length (LOA)82 m / 269 ft
Beam (width)17 m / 56 ft
Gross Tonnage2400 gt
Passengers175
Crew43
Decks6
Cabins90
Decks with cabins5
Sister-shipsAmerican Constitution
Christened bytba
OwnerAmerican Cruise Lines Inc
OperatorAmerican Cruise Lines

ACL American Constellation Itineraries

DateItineraryDeparture PortPrice from
2025 Apr 28 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $4690
2025 May 05 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $5010
2025 May 12 13 days, one-way from Seattle to Juneau Seattle $10620
2025 Sep 30 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $5330
2025 Oct 07 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $5010
2025 Oct 14 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $5010
2025 Oct 21 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $5010
2026 Mar 16 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $4690
2026 Mar 23 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $4690
2026 Mar 30 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $4690
2026 Apr 06 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $4690
2026 Apr 13 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $4690
2026 Apr 20 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $4690
2026 Apr 27 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $4690
2026 May 04 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $5010
2026 May 11 13 days, one-way from Seattle to Juneau Seattle $10620
2026 Sep 29 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $5330
2026 Oct 06 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $5010
2026 Oct 13 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $5010
2026 Oct 20 7 days, round-trip 7 Night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise Seattle $5010

ACL American Constellation Review

Review of ACL American Constellation

The 2017-built MS American Constellation is the first of American Cruise Lines' "Coastal Class" vessels, with its sister ship, American Constitution (2018).

This "ocean ship" design was later adapted for inland and river cruising, resulting in the company's "Modern Riverboat" fleet, which includes American Song (2018), American Harmony (2019), American Jazz (2020), American Melody (2021), American Symphony (2022), and American Serenade (2022).

History - Construction and Ownership

The shipowner, American Cruise Lines (ACL), is the largest river cruise company in the USA (headquartered in Guilford, Connecticut) and has been operational since 1991. The company specializes in cruises along the USA's largest navigable inland waterways (rivers and lakes), as well as voyages along the East Coast USA, New England, West Coast USA, and Florida.

All ACL vessels feature some of the industry's largest passenger cabins with private balconies, spacious lounges, outdoor deck spaces, gourmet cuisine, a top-quality enrichment program with many complimentary land tours and excursions, and highly personalized service by an all-American staff and crew.

All ACL ships are USA-flagged and are built at the company-owned Chesapeake Shipbuilding Yard in Salisbury, Maryland.

American Constellation cruise ship (ACL)

The new coastal riverboat set sail in April 2017. The name "American Constellation" was inspired by the many American ships named "Constellation," which have honored the United States. The original US Naval sailing frigate of 1797, USS Constellation, and the newest ship of American Cruise Lines were both constructed at Maryland shipyards. American Constellation departed for its first cruise from Constellation Pier, next to where the retired USS Constellation is currently docked.

Decks and Cabins

ACL's American Constellation has 6 passenger decks (accessible via one elevator) and a total of 90 staterooms. The ship offers 9 cabin categories. Most accommodations are Balcony rooms, featuring floor-to-ceiling sliding doors leading to a private step-out veranda. There are no connecting rooms onboard.

The smallest cabins, including the studios and single-occupancy rooms, start at 250 ft² (23 m²). Other staterooms range between 305-330 ft² (28-31 m²). Veranda Suites are 405 ft² (38 m²). Owner's Suites measure 445 ft² (41 m²). The largest staterooms are the two Grand Suites located aft on deck 3. Each measures 900 ft² (84 m²) and features two walls of floor-to-ceiling windows, sliding doors opening to a wrap-around balcony, a separate bedroom/lounge area, and a marble bathroom with a double-sink vanity.

Shipboard Facilities and Amenities

American Constellation features a single-capacity, open-seating dining room. This is the main restaurant onboard, with floor-to-ceiling windows, crystal chandeliers, elegant furniture, 4- and 8-seat tables, and luxury dining amenities. Most of the cuisine is American fare. The menu highlights itinerary-inspired gourmet specialties and fresh food. Breakfast is served buffet-style, with made-to-order items. Lunch offers soup, a choice of 3 dishes, and chef's salad. Dinner includes soup, salad, and 3 entrées. The wine list features a selection of domestic wines. Dietary needs are accommodated upon request.

American Cruise Lines new ship design

The ocean-capable American Constellation, with full active wing stabilization, accommodates 163 guests. The ship caters to discerning vacationers seeking an intimate, high-end experience aboard a smaller vessel. The well-appointed rooms, some of the largest ever seen in service, include room service and tastefully furnished private balconies. Additional features include kayaks and Zodiacs, offering guests alternative ways to explore historic American destinations.

American Cruise Lines new ship infographic (Modern Riverboats)

The ship's main public venues include:

  • (Deck 1) Vestibule/lobby level, Ship's Office, Dining Room Restaurant, Galley/Kitchen
  • (Deck 2) Lounge/midship-starboard
  • (Deck 3) Library Lounge/midship-starboard, Chesapeake Lounge/forward
  • (Deck 4) Pilothouse/Wheelhouse, Upper Lounge & Library (midship-starboard), Sky Lounge (aft, with outdoor terrace seating)
  • (Deck 5) Fitness Room/midship Gym, Lower Sun Deck/aft
  • (Deck 6) Upper Sun Deck with outdoor seating and Mini-Golf/Putting Green
 

Itineraries

The American Constellation's itinerary program includes two new American Cruise Lines itineraries—one from the USA to New England and the other along the southeast USA's Intracoastal Waterway.

ACL cruise deals include a pre-cruise hotel package, all shore excursions (organized daily), cocktail hour (each evening), cruise accommodation, gourmet meals, Afternoon Tea service, room service (breakfast only), onboard enrichment and entertainment programs, and Wi-Fi (shipwide coverage).

ACL American Constellation ship related cruise news

ACL American Constellation Wiki

The ship features a modern propulsion system with two azimuth thrusters ("Z-drives") manufactured by Veth (Holland). These 360-degree rotating propellers (one forward, one aft) provide the vessel with enhanced maneuverability and berthing flexibility.

The ship is powered by two Caterpillar marine engines running on low-sulfur diesel. These advanced engines are more fuel-efficient and produce fewer emissions (COx, NOx, SOx) and soot particles compared to other vessels in the US river cruising market.

The ship's namesake is the 2002-built cruise liner Celebrity Constellation.