American Eagle offers the best qualities of expedition adventure cruising with the refinement, luxury, stability, and land proximity of river cruising. The design of the ship allows rare access into small ports and the ability to travel on almost any river or waterway in the U.S. With land never out of sight, American Eagle is a practical alternative to ocean expeditions, allowing for more time to explore each port in depth. American Eagle evokes a sense of pride and appreciation for U.S. history. The choice of color palettes, furnishings, and artwork will reflect the culture of New England, Chesapeake Bay, and the Southeast.
Day 1 Charleston, SC
Charleston is one of America's favorite destinations with beautifully preserved architectural and historic treasure, and a rich heritage. There are exciting and educational amusements, museums, great dining, luxurious accommodations, golf, and outdoor recreation second to none. Tree lined streets, beautiful homes, and breathtaking parks and gardens abound in Charleston. Some of the more popular attractions are White Point Gardens and the Waterfront Park. Some other must see attractions include the new South Carolina Aquarium, Provost Dungeon, Gibbes Museum and the Old Exchange. Visitors are constantly amazed at the quality and variety of attractions, restaurants and shopping that can be enjoyed here.
Day 2 Charleston, SC
Charleston is one of America's favorite destinations with beautifully preserved architectural and historic treasure, and a rich heritage. There are exciting and educational amusements, museums, great dining, luxurious accommodations, golf, and outdoor recreation second to none. Tree lined streets, beautiful homes, and breathtaking parks and gardens abound in Charleston. Some of the more popular attractions are White Point Gardens and the Waterfront Park. Some other must see attractions include the new South Carolina Aquarium, Provost Dungeon, Gibbes Museum and the Old Exchange. Visitors are constantly amazed at the quality and variety of attractions, restaurants and shopping that can be enjoyed here.
Day 3 Beaufort, SC
Some 30 miles north of Hilton Head Island, Beaufort is an old seaport with narrow streets shaded by huge live oaks and lined with 18th-century homes. This was the second area in North America to be discovered by the Spanish (1520), the site of the first fort on the continent (1525), and the first attempted settlement (1562).
Beaufort has been used as a setting for several films, including The Big Chill. Scenes from the Paramount blockbuster Forrest Gump, starring Tom Hanks, and The Prince of Tides were also shot here.
Day 4 Hilton Head
Conveniently located along the south Atlantic coast, Hilton Head Island combines breathtaking natural beauty, world-class golf, award-winning dining, and quality shopping on a barrier island just 12 miles long and five miles wide. This enchanting boot-shaped island is widely considered to be one of the finest resort communities in the United States, welcoming millions of visitors from across the country and around the globe each year.
Day 5 Savannah
Savannah offers fun for all ages. The city overflows with Southern hospitality, striking historical landmarks and flourishing gardens. There are gorgeous beaches on nearby Tybee Island, museums, culture, and much more. Savannah is a city with a flair for luring thousands of visitors each year. Tons of beaches line Tybee Island's coastline, ranging from the surfer's beach to the family beach to the private romantic beaches hidden away from the crowds. Savannah has a little something for everyone. For the city lover, there are squares for strolling and expansive porches for rocking. For the athlete, there's a bustling Southside filled with recreational challenges. For seafaring guests, the rivers, slat-water creeks and glistening Atlantic Ocean beckon. For those who are just here to get away for the weekend and have a good time, Savannah offers an unbelievable nightlife with outrageous nightclubs, live concerts, professional sports, theatrical performances and more.
Day 6 Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway
Day 7 Brunswick (Jekyll Island)
The gateway to the Golden Isles is a sleepy town not quite awake to the tourism potential of its antique houses, palms, flowering shrubs, and moss-draped live oaks. Brunswick has always been an important port, with a natural harbor that can handle oceangoing ships. Today you'll find a large fleet of shrimp boats -- the town bills itself as the "shrimp capital of the world."
Jekyll Island was the winter home of America's rich and famous for 56 years. Vanderbilts and Rockefellers, Morgans and Astors, Macys, Pulitzers, and Goodyears all closed their Fifth Avenue mansions and retreated to the serenity of this island.
Day 7 St. Simons Island
About 80 mi/130 km south of Savannah, St. Simons Island is the largest of Georgia's four "Golden Islands," with plenty of options for golf, sand and sun stretched out over its 18 sq mi/46 sq km.
Day 8 Amelia Island
Tucked away in the northeast corner of Florida, Amelia Island is truly one of Florida's hidden gems.
Day 9 Amelia Island
Tucked away in the northeast corner of Florida, Amelia Island is truly one of Florida's hidden gems.