LOVING THE TENNESSEE RIVER!

American Symphony Cruise Review to River Cruises - United States

Cruises: 7+ cruises
Reviews: 9
Helpful Votes: 205

Overall rating:

5 out of 5
American Symphony

7 Night Tennessee Rivers (Nashville To Chattanooga)

Sail date: June 22, 2024

Ship: American Symphony

Cabin number: 2

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 5 months ago

Review summary

We thoroughly enjoyed our Tennessee River cruise. It was our first time exploring this itinerary and we would definitely repeat it just for the relaxing cruise on the river. It became more tranquil as we headed toward Chattanooga from Nashville as the river widened. The staff really go out of their way to make your feel special. They go out of their way to make sure you have your special drink and that the meal is to your satisfaction. Every day their was an interesting lecture that related to the geographic area that we were in and a port preview of the next day's excursions. I especially enjoyed the afternoon arts and crafts classes that were attended by BOTH men and women - the favorite was by far creating sea glass jewelry! Relaxation, great scenery, too much food - all wonderful! I'd repeat this itinerary, for sure!

Embarkation

5 out of 5
A warm welcome at the gangway! No line, no drama!

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5
Beautifully appointed dining room with great food. Met new people at almost every meal!

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5
Interesting port lectures, very popular afternoon arts and crafts classes, well stocked gym that I wished I had visited more often!

Entertainment

5 out of 5

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
Alfonzo was awesome in the Sky Lounge and as a bartender in the evening! All the staff were friendly and accommodating!

Ship Quality

5 out of 5
meticulously maintained with twice daily room service

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
Nothing had to be out of place since there was plenty of closet and drawer space for ALL of your things!

Ship tip

Don't overpack - it is comfortably casual and not pretentious.

Ports of call

Nashville, Tennessee

5 out of 5
Always something to do!

CLARKSVILLE, TENNESSEE

5 out of 5
Grand Rivers was where we docked. A darling small town where the mayor's best friend gave us a personal tour in his model car. Patti's 1880's settlement is a popular tourist attraction.

Paducah, Kentucky

5 out of 5
Visit the quilt museum!

Savannah, Tennessee

5 out of 5
visited the Tennessee River Museum

Florence, Alabama

5 out of 5
enjoyed the ship!

Decatur, Alabama

5 out of 5
did the local loop and stopped to shop!

Chattanooga, Tennessee

5 out of 5
don't miss the Aquarium!

Disembarkation

5 out of 5
Effortless! We identified our luggage, the staff packed it on the bus and we were off to the airport!

Traveler Photos

Patti's 1880's settlement, Grand Rivers, KY Patti's 1880's settlement The lock at Wheeler Lake
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4 Comments

javawoody     5 months ago

Appreciate the post

cruising2004     5 months ago

Glad you had a wonderful river cruise! Thank you for your detailed review.

HeavySeas     5 months ago

Awesome......thanks for sharing your cruise experience and glad you enjoyed your cruise

Gwbigdog     5 months ago

Thanks for sharing your cruise with us