About the Paddle-Wheeler class
Authentic stern-wheel paddle-driven vessels operated by American Cruise Lines and American Queen Voyages on the Mississippi system. The paddle wheel is functional, not decorative.
The Paddle-Wheeler hull is operated by a single operator in the river-cruise market. Across the class, 3 vessels have been delivered, the first in 1995 and the most recent in 2012. Each ship in the list below has its own profile page with deck plan, cabin categories and current itineraries.
Operators of the Paddle-Wheeler class
Full fleet — every Paddle-Wheeler in service
| Ship | Cruise line | Launched |
|---|---|---|
| Queen of the West | American Cruise Lines | 1995 |
| American Pride | American Cruise Lines | 2012 |
| Queen of the Mississippi | American Cruise Lines | 2012 |