American West Steamboat Company - A Big Chunk of Europe right here in America Elegant, authentic sternwheeler cruises on the Columbia & Snake Rivers. 7, 8 & 11 night cruises of nearly 1,000 miles round trip from Portland, Oregon, Washington & Idaho. Call or E-mail for further details. Fine dining open, single seating. Also offered is an 11 night sternwheeler cruise between Seattle and Juneau along the inside passage.