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Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise - American Cruise Lines

7 Night Cruise Only


  • Cruise Line: American Cruise Lines
  • Ship: American Independence
  • Package Departs: 13 October 2025
  • Package Duration: 7 Nights
  • Offer Type: Cruise Only
  • Embark Ship: Albany, New York, USA
  • Disembark Ship: New York, USA
Fare Inclusions:
- 7 night Hudson River Fall Foliage cruise aboard American Independence from Albany to New York
- All onboard meals including breakfast room service - Locally sourced and regionally inspired cuisine, prepared by master chefs
- Complimentary alcohol onboard at all times including beer, wine, liquor, mixed drinks and champagne. Glasses, ice, mixers, coffee and soft drinks are also available at all times.
- Complimentary signature evening cocktail hour
- COMPLIMENTARY Featured Excursions available (plus a range of Premium and Signature Excursions at additional cost are available)
- Full enrichment package with guest speakers and nightly entertainment onboard
- All tips and gratuities
- Port charges and fees

DISCOUNTS:
The fares shown here are full brochure fare. Please contact us for your best offer. All rates in USD.
Special Conditions
*Conditions Apply: As of 17Dec24 all prices shown here are per person share twin (unless stated as single) in USD, based on full brochure cruise fare at time of publication and do not include any discounts. Visitors to the United States/Canada must complete an online ESTA/CANESTA application prior to arrival which is not included and is the guest’s responsibility. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Please note that cabin availability is not shown in real time - All inquiries will be checked for current availability at the time requested. Discounts may be available - please contact our office for the best offers applicable.
Special Validity Dates
Special is valid from 2 October 2024 to 30 June 2025 or until sold out/withdrawn.
Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
13 Oct 2025 Albany, New York, USA Embark
14 Oct 2025 Catskills, New York
15 Oct 2025 Hyde Park, NY, USA Kingston, NY
16 Oct 2025 At Sea    
17 Oct 2025 West Point New York
18 Oct 2025 Sleepy Hollow, New York, USA
19 Oct 2025 New York, USA
20 Oct 2025 New York, USA Disembark
7 Night Cruise sailing from Albany to New York onboard American Independence.

Cruise Overview:

Revel in the spectrum of fall foliage on this captivating Hudson River cruise. Watch as the shores come alive with a cascade of reds, oranges, and golds during the autumn season. Surrounded by the Catskill Mountains to the west and the Taconic and Berkshire Hills to the east, this legendary river is a testament to both historical significance and natural beauty. Enjoy guided excursions to prime foliage spots, including the opulent Vanderbilt Mansion, the home of Franklin D. Roosevelt, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, and the mysterious Sleepy Hollow.

American Cruise Lines modern ships are unlike anything on the Hudson River. With the largest staterooms in the industry and our comfortable and plentiful furnishings, cruise in style and comfort this fall.

Retreat to the comfort of your stateroom and watch fall burst from your private balcony. Share stories of the day with fellow guests during the evening cocktail hour or while enjoying regionally inspired dishes in our restaurant.

American Cruise Lines is proud to introduce the Independence, the newest addition to the ACL fleet. While the passenger capacity will be the same as the American Star and American Spirit, the size of the ship will be larger, enabling the interior areas, including the staterooms and balconies to be even more spacious and deluxe. The Independence will also be fully stabilized, with Rolls Royce stabilizers, allowing American Cruise Lines to reach even more fascinating destinations in smooth comfort.


Ship Profile & Stats
  • Maiden voyage: 2010
  • Ship registration: United States
  • Passenger capacity (dbl): 104
  • Crew nationality: American
  • Officer nationality: American
  • Dining nationality: American
Ship Amenities
  • Individual climate control
  • Flat screen satellite Television
  • DVD Player
  • Hair dryers
Ship Facilities
  • Midship Lounge
  • Lounge
  • Dining Room
American Cruise Lines is the leader in small ship cruising! Carrying up to 180 maximum depending on the vessel, all of the small ships are able to easily navigate America's smooth, inland waterways and dock in the heart of each charming port. From Maine to Florida, the itineraries are designed to allow passengers to experience intimately each area's local culture, fascinating history and natural splendor.

Unsurpassed personal attention and intimate ambience make American Cruise Lines the leader in small ship cruising. The all-American crew is friendly, polite and eager to pamper you. Highly skilled chefs treat passengers to delectable feasts, masterfully prepared with the utmost in care and quality, highlighting the flavors of the local regions.

Refreshingly casual, flexible and unregimented - American Cruise Lines provides an intimate ambience conducive to camaraderie. Curl up with a book in the library, chat with new friends in one of the lounges, or watch the passing scenery from one of the open observation decks.

Each night, passengers relive the day's adventures over complimentary cocktails and hors d'oeuvres before dinner.

All Decks

*Oversized staterooms – largest in industry
*Private balconies
*Flat screen satellite TV and DVD players in all staterooms
*Hairdryers in all staterooms
*Individual climate control in all staterooms

AAC - Verandah Stateroom
*Oversized staterooms – largest in industry
*Private balconies
*Flat screen satellite TV and DVD players in all staterooms
*Hairdryers in all staterooms
*Individual climate control in all staterooms

AAL - Verandah Stateroom
*Oversized staterooms – largest in industry
*Private balconies
*Flat screen satellite TV and DVD players in all staterooms
*Hairdryers in all staterooms
*Individual climate control in all staterooms

*Oversized staterooms – largest in industry
*Flat screen satellite TV and DVD players in all staterooms
*Hairdryers in all staterooms
*Individual climate control in all staterooms

*Oversized staterooms – largest in industry
*Private balconies
*Flat screen satellite TV and DVD players in all staterooms
*Hairdryers in all staterooms
*Individual climate control in all staterooms

*Oversized staterooms – largest in industry
*Flat screen satellite TV and DVD players in all staterooms
*Hairdryers in all staterooms
*Individual climate control in all staterooms
From

US $5,870*

per person
*All prices are per person twin share unless stated as solo, triple or quad share.
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