The Intracoastal Waterway, home to some of the most beautiful historic cities in America, is a protected network of bays, rivers, and canals. Start your journey in Charleston, lined with cobblestone streets and antebellum houses, and where the first shots of the Civil War were heard. 

 The port city of Charleston is known for its cobblestone streets, gas-lit lamps, and pastel antebellum houses. The scene of Revolutionary War naval battles, legendary pirate tales, and Civil War sieges, the city is considered by many to be a living museum. Visit historic Fort Sumter National Monument, where the first shots of the Civil War rang out. Learn how Charleston’s African-American heritage has contributed to the city’s history and unique culture. Enjoy the beauty of the area with a stroll through its magnificent parks and gardens. 

Excursions & Entertainment

• Welcome Aboard

Beaufort’s history includes European explorers, Native American cultural influences, British settlements, and Civil War battles. Today, horse-drawn carriages clatter along the narrow streets of this historic district, past 18th and 19th-century homes famous for unique Beaufort-style architecture. As you explore this amazing city, discover why Beaufort was once heralded as the “Newport of the South."

Excursions & Entertainment

• Lowcountry Heritage Experience
• Pat Conroy's Beaufort Exploration
• Southern Rose Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride
• Beaufort History and Movie Walking Excursion

Hilton Head is a first class resort known for its championship golf courses and miles of scenic beaches. A boat tour of The Sea Pines Forest Preserve gives you a close-up view of Hilton Head's indigenous plant and animal life, including the American Alligator.

Excursions & Entertainment

• Dolphin Discovery Cruise
• Alligator & Wildlife Excursion

With its emerald tree canopy, quaint cobblestone streets, and majestic architecture, Savannah is still a bustling seaport with renowned historic districts that preserve its phenomenal 19th-century wealth and opulence. Join a narrated tour of Savannah’s “Historic and Victorian Districts," brave an evening Ghost Walk, or explore the area's magnificent shops.

Excursions & Entertainment

• National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force - Complimentary Excursion
• Historic Savannah Trolley Excursion
• Savannah Exploration
• The Secrets of Savannah
• Prohibition Museum and Cocktail Experience
• Colonial Cemetery Walking Experience

Cruise this classic water way. It is known as the highway for north and southbound East Coast cruisers, and an east-west path along the outskirts of the Gulf of Mexico.

Excursions & Entertainment

• A Day of Cruising

Discover the compelling history of Jekyll Island, part of Georgia’s Sea Isles. This remarkable destination is the location of “Millionaire’s Village," 240-acres of extravagant homes and winter cottages, now recognized as a National Historic Landmark.

Excursions & Entertainment

• St. Simons Island Exploration
• Jekyll Island Exploration
• Richland Rum Distillery
• Hofwyl-Broadfield Estate
• Lady Jane Shrimp Boat Experience

 Discover the natural beauty of Amelia Island, with its miles of quartz beaches and rolling sand dunes. Fernandina Beach, the island's only city, now harbors a treasure trove of history, antiques, and collectibles. Join a walking tour of Centre Street's Historic District, with 50 blocks of restored 19th-century Victorian homes and shops.

Excursions & Entertainment

• Lofton Creek Kayaking
• Amelia Island River Cruise
• Fernandina Beach Seaport Exploration
• Fort Clinch State Park
• Amelia Island Trolley Exploration

 Take in the beautiful weather of northern Florida as you disembark in lovely Amelia Island. Reflect on the great time you had and the wonderful memories you made along way. American Cruise Lines offers complimentary transportation to Jacksonville Airport for your convenience.