Making its maiden voyage this past summer, American Eagle is one of the newest in the American Cruise Lines fleet. Holding just 100 guests, this Coastal Cat – a proprietary hybrid catamaran-ship – is fantastic for an intimate cruising experience to the smallest and rarest of ports. As a matter of fact, on the Historic South & Golden Isles Cruise in particular, you’ll get the chance to wind your way through the region’s inland waterways on this compact vessel.

While aboard American Eagle, experience the best of the cruise line’s old classics and innovative additions. Listen to live music in the Chesapeake Lounge, enjoy extraordinary meals in the dedicated restaurant, and soak up some sunshine on the Bow Terrace and Sun Deck. Plus, enjoy the engaging onboard activities, like mixology classes, trivia game shows, art sessions, and cooking demonstrations when you’re not in port.

Start your seven-night Historic South & Golden Isles Cruise in Charleston, a South Carolina city bursting with southern charm and a thriving food scene. Make sure to visit Fort Sumter National Monument, stroll by the pastel-colored houses of Rainbow Row, and go on a horse-drawn carriage ride before setting sail! As American Eagle wanders through inland waterways, you’ll pop by historic Beaufort and beachy Hilton Head Island. With the help of American Cruise Lines’ excursions, you’ll be able to see the best of the best of these two South Carolina towns.

Soon after you leave Hilton Head, you’ll reach Savannah, Georgia. This historic Southern town is known for quite a few things – Spanish moss-laden trees, antebellum architecture, and ghostly residents, just to start. But your Georgia leg of the trip won’t come to an end just yet! After a day of Intracoastal Waterway cruising, have a two-for-one day with stops in both Jekyll Island and St. Simons Island. Choose between visiting a turtle conservation and rehabilitation center, hitching a ride on a shrimping boat, learning about the islands’ 400-year history, or exploring an award-winning rum distillery on one of the incredible shore excursions.

Wrap up your memorable American Cruise Lines voyage in Amelia Island, where blackened shark teeth dot golden shores and sun-weathered buildings boast beachy souvenirs. Be sure to enjoy the water and sunshine during your time in port, whether it’s with an outdoorsy kayaking adventure or a relaxing river cruise. And after a full day of exploring, head to nearby Jacksonville International Airport the next morning to catch your flight home.