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Alaska Cruises from Vancouver

Take in the scenic inside passage on a roundtrip alaska cruise from vancouver.

Uncover treasures in the Great Land on an Alaska cruise from Vancouver. Relive Gold Rush history, experience Native Alaskan culture and come face-to-face with some of Mother Nature’s greatest masterpieces. On a roundtrip Inside Passage cruise, enjoy quicker access to Alaska while also exploring the friendly ports of British Columbia.

Itinerary Ports

When you cruise to Alaska from Vancouver, encounter unique ports of call that are rich in history, culture and natural beauty.

• Endicott Arm
• Glacier Bay National Park
• Hubbard Glacier
• Icy Strait Point

Endicott Arm is a jewel in Alaska’s crown. This 30-mile waterway is surrounded by cliffs, valleys and dozens of waterfalls. Icebergs and harbor seals decorate the water below while Dawes Glacier soars into the sky above. Revel in the beauty of Mother Nature’s masterpiece and listen closely as the scenery whispers secrets of times long ago during your cruise to Alaska.

When you cruise to Alaska with Princess, sail through one of the most iconic locations in the Great Land — Glacier Bay National Park. Listen to Margerie Glacier’s signature crack and boom rumble across the waves. Bring binoculars and scan both the shore and the waves for wildlife like brown bears and migrating whales while Park Rangers teach you the history and geology of the park.

Located between the Chilkat River and the Lynn Canal, Haines is the home of the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, where as many as 4,000 bald eagles gather each fall to feast on spawning salmon along the river. As many as 80 have been seen perched in a single tree and more than a hundred may be captured within the frame of a single photograph.

The largest tidewater glacier in North America, Hubbard Glacier has been moving its mass towards the ocean at a rate faster than most of its kind. Towering above the water over 30 stories, the glacier often calves 100-foot chunks of ice into the ocean. What lies beneath the waves is almost as impressive, where ice plunges 1,200 feet beneath the surface. See it for yourself on an Alaska cruise with Princess.

Icy Strait Point is home to the remote Tlingit village of Hoonah, home to fewer than 800 people and a deep Native history. The nearby Spasski River Valley holds one of the world’s largest populations of brown bears, who are often found hunting for salmon in the rivers. Zipline over the wilderness, watch a tribal dance or kayak in coastal waters to see the wildlife up close during your Alaska cruise vacation.

Juneau is unlike any other city in the United States. With no roads connecting it to the rest of Alaska or North America, it is truly a protected destination. Founded as a gold mining town and now the state’s capital, Juneau has one foot in history and one in the future. Embark on a whale watching tour, or sail past Mendenhall Glacier on an Alaska cruise.

Known for its timber, Ketchikan hosts the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show, where athletes throw, race and chop their way to victory. Explore one of the world’s oldest collection of totem poles at the Totem Pole Heritage Center, or stroll along Creek Street. As the salmon capital of the world, Ketchikan’s waters make for incredible fishing. Cast your rod into a sea of opportunity on a cruise to Alaska.

On an Alaska cruise, take your pick of attractions in the port of Sitka. See how bald eagles and local bird populations receive first-class treatment at the Alaska Raptor Center. Encounter wildlife in their natural habitat at the Fortress of the Bear. Or experience the culture of Russian Alaska on a visit to St. Michael’s Russian Orthodox Church, and relive Native history at the Sheldon Jackson Museum.

Once the gateway to Alaska's Gold Rush, Skagway strikes a dramatic image nestled between the water's edge and mountains. Follow in the footsteps of miners with a ride on a scenic train along the famous White Pass route through coastal mountains. During your Alaska cruise, explore the Yukon's pristine wilderness, pan for gold with professionals or meet sled dog puppies in training.

Canada's third largest city feels like a North American metropolis mixed with a small European town. Explore the rainforest within Vancouver, B.C. — Stanley Park — and visit the continent's second largest Chinatown during your Alaska cruise vacation. Soar above the city's lush natural environment in a sky gondola for panoramic views, or get up close to the local sea life at the Vancouver Aquarium.

Why Choose This Itinerary?

Discover the top reasons to cruise to Alaska from Vancouver.

• Glacier Viewing  — Alaska’s glaciers were meant to be admired. That’s why every Alaska cruise from Vancouver includes at least one glacier viewing experience to either Glacier Bay National Park or Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier.
• Three Historic Ports of Call  — Fish for salmon in Ketchikan, pan for gold in Skagway or fly over snow-capped mountains in Juneau. Relive Alaska’s greatest tales in these spirited ports of call on an Inside Passage cruise.
• Convenient Roundtrip Air Travel  — On a roundtrip cruise to Alaska from Vancouver, enjoy easier travels to and from your cruise vacation with the opportunity for even more adventure before you set sail or after your trip ends.
• A Visit to Vancouver  — From Chinatown to Stanley Park, uncover old-world history amidst new-age living in Vancouver before or after your Alaska cruise.

Ships on this Itinerary

Our Princess fleet includes ships that range from our smaller vessels to large ships. From a balcony stateroom, marvel at the glaciers passing by before enjoying local seafood in one of our many eateries during your Alaska cruise.

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Alaska Cruise Experience

We have a 50-year legacy of sharing the best places and experiences with our guests. On an Alaska cruise, unpack once and explore glaciers, wildlife and national parks.

Alaska Glaciers

One of the biggest reasons people visit

Glaciers feel alive. They groan, creak and shudder on their march to the sea, punctuated by the booms and crashes of "white thunder" — a sound that echoes across the water when ice calves into the ocean below. On an Alaska cruise, let us show you Glacier Bay National Park — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, College Fjord or Hubbard Glacier.

Alaska Wildlife

Untamed, just like Alaska

Alaska is home to a rich array of wildlife, from the famous Big Five animals that live in Denali National Park — grizzly bears, wolves, moose, Dall sheep and caribou — to bald eagles and humpback whales that migrate through the Inside Passage. On a cruise to Alaska, live a nature lover's dream in the land where guests can catch postcard-worthy sights.

Alaska Mountains & National Parks

National treasures

With national parks and four of North America’s tallest mountains, Alaska’s wilderness has been preserved for generations. Denali National Park is larger than Vermont and home to the highest peak on the continent. Meanwhile, Glacier Bay National Park has over 2,000 square miles of glacial coverage. Along with Wrangell-St. Elias and Kenai Fjords, a world of natural wonders awaits on an Alaska cruise or cruisetour.

Alaska excursions

Don't just visit this famous land, live it on Alaska excursions. Rush across the snow on a dog sled with a professional musher, fly fish for salmon in fresh rivers and soar over miles of glacial tundra in a helicopter. Watch migrating humpback whales from the deck of a catamaran or Native craftsman carve a traditional totem pole, and expand your Alaska cruise experience.

Alaska Cruise Onboard Experience

Our award-winning North to Alaska program brings local personalities, culture and cuisine on board and ashore to immerse you in all things Alaska during your cruise to the Great Land.

Alaska Seafood

Fresh and bountiful, like Alaska itself

Alaska's seafood is famous, and we bring the best to you with locally inspired dishes from the state’s best eateries. With Cook My Catch excursions, catch your own salmon or halibut with the help of a local expert, and in the evening our talented chefs will prepare your haul for your dinner — a Princess exclusive. From ship to shore, the best is at your fingertips on our Alaska cruises.

Meet Local Alaskans

Real Alaska from local Alaskans

Alaskans are inviting people who love to share what makes their state unique. Watch lumberjacks in action, learn from Glacier Bay National Park rangers and craft with a Native totem pole carver. Or listen to harrowing Tales from the Deadliest Catch fishermen and climbers who have summited Denali during your Alaska cruise.

Unique Alaska Cruise Experiences

Great experiences from the great land

Travel back in time and pan for gold like a prospector during the Gold Rush or see the Northern Lights in the planetarium. At the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge, explore our treehouse and enjoy unmatched views of Denali. Or savor tree-inspired bites at our very own Sappy Hour. Dive deeper into what makes the Great Land special on your cruise to Alaska.

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Inside Passage Alaska Cruise

From exploring historic gold mines to venturing in the footsteps of early explorers, learn about Alaska’s Inside Passage and discover the wonders awaiting you.

Alaska Ports of Call

From the sweeping mountains of Juneau to the fish-bearing seas of Ketchikan, discover our Alaska cruise ports and set sail into the adventures that await you.

What to Pack for an Alaska Cruise

Check out our helpful checklist so that you know exactly what to pack for an Alaska cruise with Princess.

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6 top luxury alaska cruises for 2024 & beyond.

Book a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to The Great Land on one of these top luxury ships.

Top Luxury Alaska Cruises

Courtesy of Crystal

Cruising to Alaska on a small luxury ship affords a very different experience than sailing through The Great Land on a larger vessel. On a smaller luxury ship, you'll enjoy the expected perks like fewer passengers and more personalized service – but you'll also physically get closer to the boundless wilderness, abundant wildlife, icy blue glaciers and majestic snow-capped mountains that you've waited a lifetime to see.

While the fares to sail on such vessels are quite a bit higher than those of larger cruise providers, the all-inclusive (or mostly all-inclusive) prices typically include all-suite accommodations with balconies, all meals, alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, 24-hour room service, Wi-Fi access, gratuities, welcome bottles of sparkling wine, pillow selection, some shore excursions and butler service. Best of all, you won't feel like you're being nickel-and-dimed while on board. As a special touch, the attentive crew members may even learn your name and memorize your preferred pre-dinner cocktail.

Unlike many mainstream lines, most luxury Alaska cruises do not offer pre- and post-cruise tours to extend your adventure. However, you can plan these experiences on your own through third-party providers.

Alaska Tour & Travel has pre-cruise packages that include visits to Denali National Park & Preserve and the small, quirky Alaska towns of Homer and Talkeetna. You can also see a different side of Alaska via a train ride on the Alaska Railroad, take a national parks tour that includes Kenai Fjords National Park or head northbound to Fairbanks , one of the best places in the world to see the northern lights (if you visit during aurora season, from late August to late April). In addition, the company can plan a self-drive tour from Anchorage to Seward, which includes a stay at a wilderness lodge, helicopter flightseeing over Knik Glacier and guided tours in the parks.

The following luxury cruise lines will ensure you make the most of your voyage in Alaska – one of the most magical destinations on Earth.

Find your perfect cruise

Silversea Cruises

Courtesy of Silversea Cruises

Silversea Cruises' small luxury ships are designed for adventurers interested in visiting a mix of Alaska's top ports and more rugged, off-the-beaten-track locales. Extended itineraries offer stops in less-visited destinations like the towns of Haines and Wrangell. On board, guests can expect a personalized experience that includes luxurious ocean-view suites with butler service, multiple gourmet dining options, complimentary alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, and attentive service with one of the highest crew-to-guest ratios in the industry.

Base fares for Silversea's 2024 and 2025 Alaska itineraries start at $3,250 per person. If you upgrade to Silversea 's door-to-door fare (which starts at $5,200 per person), you'll receive private chauffeur service from your home to the airport (and back home upon your return) and round-trip flights, with business class upgrades in some destinations.

Silversea also offers immersive pre- and post-cruise land experiences, departing from Seward, Alaska. Highlights include sightseeing flights over Denali National Park & Preserve or into bear country to see Alaska's magnificent grizzly bears. In Vancouver, travelers can take a flightseeing transfer to Victoria to tour the 55-acre Butchart Gardens or board the Rocky Mountaineer for a two-day train ride through the Canadian Rockies.

Silversea's Alaska itineraries extend from May to September, with voyages ranging between seven and 16 days. The line's newest and largest vessel, the 728-passenger Silver Nova , sails its inaugural Alaska season in 2024 along with two smaller ships, Silver Muse (596 guests) and Silver Shadow (392 guests). There are 35 Alaska voyages available in 2024. In 2025, luxury cruisers can hop aboard one of 45 scheduled voyages on either Silver Nova or the 596-guest Silver Moon .

For a seven-day itinerary, consider a sailing from Seward, Alaska, to Vancouver, British Columbia. This voyage cruises the Hubbard Glacier and the Inside Passage and stops in the Alaska towns of Juneau, Skagway, Sitka and Ketchikan. Complimentary excursions in Ketchikan include a tour of Saxman Native Village; a visit to Bonfire Bay Oyster Farm, featuring a sea-to-table oyster tasting; the Alaskan Cultural, Culinary & Lumberjack show; the Alaskan Lodge Adventure & Seafeast and a day as a fisherman aboard the Aleutian Ballard, as seen on Discovery Channel's "The Deadliest Catch." You can also opt for a Selected Shore Excursion (for an additional cost), such as mountain biking or a private fishing trip.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Courtesy of Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Regent Seven Seas Cruises' elegant Seven Seas Explorer sails the line's Alaska itineraries in 2024 and 2025. The lavish 746-guest ship was coined "The Most Luxurious Ship Ever Built" when it debuted in 2016; among its impressive features are the 3,875-square-foot Regent Suite and a high-end collection of art displayed throughout the ship, including works by Pablo Picasso.

Alaska voyages with Regent in 2024 and 2025 start at $4,799 per person. Upgraded 2-for-1 all-inclusive fares (starting at $5,499 per person) cover elegant all-balcony suite accommodations; round-trip airfare (business class on international flights); a one-night pre-cruise hotel package; free two- or three-night land programs; free unlimited shore excursions; free unlimited beverages (alcoholic and nonalcoholic); complimentary specialty dining; and prepaid gratuities. You'll also receive complimentary airport transfers, unlimited Wi-Fi access and valet laundry service.

Every suite style includes a private balcony, roomy closets and upscale finishes. Concierge Suites (and above) add cozy in-room amenities like cashmere blankets, perfect to bundle up in while you take in the scenery. Meanwhile, Penthouse Suites (and higher) include a private butler who can book excursions, make dinner and spa reservations, unpack your luggage, arrange for a private cocktail soiree in your suite and indulge any other special requests.

Between May and September 2024, Regent sails 22 Alaska voyages. There are 16 Alaska sailings scheduled for the same period in 2025. Itineraries range from seven to 14 nights. For plenty of scenic cruising days, consider a round-trip itinerary from Vancouver departing May 28, 2025. The cruise includes five relaxing days at sea, where you'll enjoy scenic cruising through the Inside Passage (twice), Hubbard Glacier (twice) and Endicott Arm Fjord. Ports of call in Alaska include Wrangell, Juneau , Skagway, Sitka, Seward, Icy Strait (Hoonah) and Ketchikan. You'll also have a full day in Victoria, British Columbia, before returning to Vancouver.

While in Wrangell, consider the Tongass Botanical Forest Walk excursion. Tongass National Forest is the largest national forest in the U.S., with towering old-growth trees and unique flora, fauna and ecosystems. While in the temperate rainforest with your naturalist guide, look for local wildlife like Sitka black-tailed deer, porcupines and birds of prey. Other complimentary excursions at this stop include a round of golf at Muskeg Meadows Golf Course; a canoe trip through Wrangell harbor and nearby islands, and a heritage tour about Tlingit culture and the history of the town.

Recently relaunched Crystal offers just seven voyages in Alaska aboard Crystal Serenity in July and August 2024. The 740-guest luxury vessel was refurbished in 2023 and features the line's signature top-notch service, elegant interiors and suites, and personal butler service in every room category.

Other perks and amenities include plush bathrobes and Sicily's Ortigia bath products; an impressive passenger-to-crew ratio; prepaid gratuities; complimentary beverages; and outstanding cuisine, including Umi Uma (an exclusive Nobu restaurant at sea, available only on Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony ). Guests can also feast on Italian cuisine at Osteria d'Ovidio; book an exclusive dining experience at The Vintage Room; indulge in Parisian cafe-style fare at The Bistro; opt for American cuisine at Waterside Restaurant or take their pick of several other casual indoor and alfresco options.

Cruisers also have their selection of unique shore experiences curated by Crystal's parent company A&K Travel Group, such as a ride on the world's largest zip line in Hoonah (Icy Strait Point); dog sledding and glacier flightseeing in Skagway; fishing and wilderness dining in Ketchikan and the Wildlife Quest and Fin Island Lodge experience in Sitka, boasting a feast of Alaska king crab and wild salmon.

Crystal offers seven- and eight-night round-trip voyages from Vancouver , as well as one-way cruises from Vancouver or Seward, Alaska. Select itineraries – like the July 30, 2024, voyage from Vancouver to Seward – offer a scenic cruising day in the Seymour Narrows in British Columbia. On this sailing, you'll also enjoy a day at sea cruising Hubbard Glacier, as well as stops in Ketchikan, Sitka, Hoonah (Icy Strait), Skagway and Sitka in Alaska. Or, opt for the July 2, 2024, round-trip sailing from Vancouver for three scenic cruising days in the Inside Passage, Endicott Arm and the Seymour Narrows.

The line's Aug. 13, 2024, round-trip sailing from Vancouver features a special guest: Manfredi Lefebvre d'Ovidio, the executive chairman of A&K Travel Group. As such, the cruise will include an exclusive gala dinner and other unique experiences. Other special voyages welcome marine biologist and National Geographic photographer Flip Nicklin, who will share personal stories from his extensive career and expert insights about humpback whale habitats and behaviors.

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Viking Ocean Cruises

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Viking Ocean Cruises' 11-day Alaska & the Inside Passage cruise is available on 11 dates during the 2024 season. It sails from Vancouver to Seward (or the reverse) on the 930-passenger Viking Orion . In 2025, the line offers the same itinerary on 22 dates between May and September, split between Viking Orion and its sister ship, the 930-passenger Viking Sea .

Viking's destination-focused itineraries are curated for travelers who are interested in history, science, culture and cuisine, as they feature onboard enrichment like lectures by Viking's resident historians. You'll also find regionally inspired dishes in The Restaurant and special access to unique tours and excursions ashore.

The line's mostly all-inclusive fares cover accommodations in spacious all-veranda staterooms and suites; beer, wine and soft drinks at lunch and dinner; meals at all the dining venues; one shore excursion in every port; free Wi-Fi access; 24-hour specialty teas, coffees and bottled water; complimentary access to The Nordic Spa & Fitness Center; and other upscale amenities.

Voyages traveling northbound from Vancouver include one day of scenic cruising through the Inside Passage before stopping in Ketchikan, Sitka, Juneau, Skagway and Icy Strait Point in Alaska. The eighth day of the cruise sails through picturesque Yakutat Bay, which includes the Hubbard Glacier. The ship then calls on Valdez, Alaska, before the trip ends with two days in Seward.

While in Valdez, take an optional tour to explore the incredible scenery surrounding the small fishing town. Viking offers a kayaking trip to see the Valdez Glacier; a scenic cruise through picturesque Prince William Sound to view the Columbia Glacier; a wildlife cruise where you can look for humpback whales, orcas, porpoises, sea otters and bald eagles; a helicopter ride over the area's rugged, icy wilderness; or a UTV adventure through the Chugach Mountains to Mineral Creek Canyon.

Seabourn Cruise Line

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Between May and August 2024, Seabourn Cruise Line will host 20 Alaska voyages aboard the Seabourn Odyssey , before the ship leaves the cruise line in the fall. In 2025, the line offers 27 Alaska sailings on Seabourn Quest. Both yacht-inspired ships accommodate up to 458 guests and feature Seabourn's signature all-inclusive amenities, including luxurious oceanfront suites with verandas; personalized service; complimentary fine wines and premium spirits; complimentary dining; and caviar served throughout the sailing. You'll also have a complimentary W-Fi package and an in-suite minibar stocked with your favorite beverages. Ashore, sign up for exclusive programs like shopping for fresh salmon, halibut and Alaska king crab alongside a Seabourn chef.

Guests booking Seabourn Quest for 2025 will be able to sample the line's new dining concept, Solis. Inspired by destinations in the Mediterranean, the menu features a fresh, modern take on traditional dishes and whimsical cocktails. The restaurant is a collaboration with master chef and culinary partner Anton Egger and senior corporate chef Franck Salein. In addition to dishes like salt-encrusted whole branzino and Tuscan-style steak, guests will also find a wide selection of vegan and vegetarian dishes.

The seven-day Alaska Fjords & Canadian Inside Passage itinerary on May 31, 2024, aboard Seabourn Odyssey, sails from Juneau to Vancouver and includes a day in either Tracy Arm or Endicott Arm, depending on the ice conditions. From there, you can take one of the optional guided excursions: Ventures by Seabourn. These tours are an additional cost but offer opportunities for up-close Zodiac, kayaking or catamaran experiences in the wilderness to see glaciers calving and view local wildlife, such as black bears, mountain goats, seals, wolves and seabirds.

You'll also enjoy many days of scenic cruising on this voyage, and have the opportunity for more optional adventures in Rudyerd Bay (Misty Fjords). The ship makes additional stops in Wrangell, Alaska, and Prince Rupert, British Columbia, before disembarking in Vancouver.

If you want to see stunning Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve, then consider booking the seven-day Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier Bay sailing on May 10, 2024, from Vancouver to Juneau. This itinerary also includes the Seymour Narrows and Snow Pass, cruising Queen Island Sound and the Lynn Canal. There's a stop for Ventures by Seabourn activities like kayaking and Zodiac rides in the Inian Islands. The Alaska ports of call on this voyage are Ketchikan, Sitka, Icy Strait Point and Haines. You'll disembark in Juneau.

Francois Lefebvre | Courtesy of PONANT

French luxury expedition line PONANT offers 10 Alaska cruises in 2024; itineraries span between seven and 11 nights. Aboard the 264-guest yacht-style Le Soléal, you'll meet up to 10 naturalist experts and guides specializing in geology, history, ornithology or marine or land mammals. Guests can attend onboard lectures and embark on Zodiac landings with the guides.

The ship features elegant staterooms and suites, a library, a spa, a hair salon and a gym. Guests will be treated to movies in the theater, wine tastings and cooking demonstrations throughout the expedition. All fine dining meals, 24-hour room service, an open bar (including an in-room minibar) and complimentary and unlimited Wi-Fi access are covered in the pricing.

Two of PONTANT's eight-night voyages from Vancouver to Sitka are in partnership with Smithsonian Journeys and are curated for English-speaking travelers. Fares for these expeditions include transfers to and from the ship and a shore excursion in each port. On board, you can attend talks and discussions hosted by two Smithsonian Journeys experts: geologist Scott Burns and natural history filmmaker John Grabowska.

On these voyages, there is a sea day after departing Vancouver. You'll cruise through the Johnstone Strait, where you'll have an excellent chance of seeing humpback whales and orcas. After a day spent in the Inside Passage, the ship will call on the village of Metlakatla, Alaska, on the western coast of Annette Island, which is home to the Tsimshians from British Columbia. Other unique Alaska ports of call in this itinerary include the commercial fishing town of Petersburg, the Tlingit village of Kake and the small fishing community of Alfin Cove.

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Gwen Pratesi is a U.S. News & World Report contributor and an avid travel adventurer who fell in love with Alaska on her first visit to the state many years ago. She's returned several times both by land and sea to explore the state's vast wilderness and abundant wildlife, and to chase the northern lights in one of the best places on the planet to view them. Pratesi used her extensive knowledge of Alaska and the cruise industry to write this article.

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Alaska and British Columbia – Inside Passage, Bears, and Aleutian Islands (Northbound)

18-day expedition cruise from Vancouver to Alaska, taking in spectacular scenery, diverse cultures, and Neolithic history

Wild Alaska

Discover the pristine coastal wilderness in Misty Fjords National Monument and visit remote islands on this extraordinary expedition cruise. Keep an eye out for black and brown bears on famous Kodiak Island and Katmai National Park. Along the way, scout for whales, fur seals, and rare seabirds.

Fascinating heritage

Encounter Indigenous Tlingit and Aleut cultures, hunt for petroglyphs in Wrangell, and follow in the footsteps of gold prospectors and explorers. Visit the picturesque ghost town of Unga and uncover ancient stories on mossy totem poles at Chief Shakes Tribal House.

Your expedition begins

Further explore Vancouver and launch your adventure.

Your expedition cruise starts in Vancouver, a bustling and beautiful seaport set among steep mountains.

Vancouver’s various neighborhoods buzz with world-class, farm-to-table cuisine. Don’t miss Gastown, Vancouver’s Victorian neighborhood. Here you’ll find the Vancouver Lookout, standing at an altitude of 553 feet. It offers a perfect panoramic view over the city.

MS Roald Amundsen awaits you at the pier. Settle in and take your time to get to know the ship. Locate the Science Center, gym, and restaurants.

If you have time, we recommend arriving a few days early to take a luxury train trip on the famous Rocky Mountaineer through the beautiful landscape of the Rockies with our special optional Pre-Program. What better way to begin your adventure?

Inside Passage

See sublime scenery as we sail the Inside Passage.

The Inside Passage coastal route takes us through the great North American Pacific Fjordland, a protected stretch of water over 930 miles long. Unlike other cruises that pass through at night, you’ll be able to view the sublime scenery in all its glory during the day.

Our smaller expedition ship allows us to reach areas that larger vessels can’t, meaning that you can explore the breathtaking scenery of lesser-traveled channels. Keep your cameras and binoculars close at hand to spot dolphins, porpoises, orcas, and humpback whales.

Unspoiled Misty Fjords

Discover a wilderness where wildlife thrives.

Misty Fjords is part of the Tongass National Forest. It is a pristine wilderness of evergreens, waterfalls, and snow-capped peaks. The revered naturalist writer John Muir described the area as one of the most beautiful places he’d ever seen.

Weather permitting, join the Expedition Team to tour Misty Fjords in our small boats (RIBs) or kayaks.

Misty Fjords is rich in wildlife. Scan for mountain goats, bears, and moose as you explore. The waters are home to Pacific salmon, otters, sea lions, harbor seals, orcas, and Dall’s porpoises. Skywards, you might spot herons and bald eagles.

Wrangell’s petroglyphs

Visit one of Alaska’s oldest harbor towns

We will continue cruising the Alaskan islands to Wrangell. Only a mile out of town, the incredible Petroglyph Beach is where you can see ancient rock carvings among the sand.

Visit the local museum to learn more about Wrangell’s fascinating past. Now part of the United States, it was once governed by Britain, Russia, and the Tlingit people. Cross to Shakes Island, where the Chief Shakes Tribal House and totem poles tell the story of the Indigenous Tlingit people.

Hikers will enjoy the nature trails, surrounded by alluring scenery at the mouth of Stikine River, along with the foot of Mount Dewey, sitting at the edge of the rainforest.

Blended cultures of Sitka

Take in Sitka’s views and a unique mix of cultures.

Surrounded by Tongass National Forest, Sitka is only accessible by sea or air. Get out on deck for stunning views of the Sisters Mountains and Mount Edgecumbe Volcano.

Discover Sitka’s fascinating history with our Expedition Team. Inhabited by the Tlingit people for 10,000 years, it was occupied by Russia in 1804 before being sold to the US after the Crimean War. Today, Sitka blends all three cultures.

Visit the Russian Orthodox cathedral and the Russian Bishop’s House. Admire ornate Haida and Tlingit totem poles at Sitka National Historical Park—it’s a real treat. You can also enjoy a walking trail through the forest to the ocean.

The glaciers of Icy Bay

Wildlife watching in glacier-fed waters

Today, experience a fantastic expedition day in Icy Bay. Three glaciers – Guyot, Yahtse, and Tyndall – regularly calve into the bay. If conditions allow, explore it in our small boats (RIBs) or by kayak, immersing you in the area’s remarkable beauty.

Wildlife abounds in the Gulf of Alaska, offering unrivaled photography opportunities. In these waters, you can often see humpback whales, orcas, Steller sea lions, sea otters, and harbor seals loafing on floating chunks of ice.

Across the Gulf of Alaska

A day of wellness and birdwatching at sea

Your cruise continues across the Gulf of Alaska. It’s the ideal time to enjoy onboard facilities such as the infinity pool, hot tubs, and sauna. Go for a run, hit the gym, or enjoy a massage in the spa.

In the Science Center, join the Expedition Team for lectures about the region’s wildlife, geology, glaciology, history, and culture.

Relax in the Explorer Lounge & Bar and share a drink with your fellow guests, or just sit back and enjoy the view. See if you can spot all three species of North Pacific albatross. The Laysan and black-footed albatross are often sighted, but the short-tailed albatross is harder to spot.

Kodiak’s Brown Bears

Explore the home of the Alutiiq people.

Kodiak Island got its nickname, the ‘Emerald Isle,’ due to its spruce forests and grasslands. It’s the second-largest island in the US, meaning there’s plenty to see.

Discover the island’s rich Indigenous heritage at the Alutiiq Museum, or visit the 1808 Kodiak History Museum, housed in the oldest-standing building in the state. You can also visit Fort Abercrombie State Historical Park, with its strategic World War II naval fort and bunkers from 1939.

The island’s most famous inhabitants are Kodiak brown bears. Around 3,500 of them live in the Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge, which covers two-thirds of the island.

Brown bears in Katmai

Brown bear spotting in Katmai National Park

Your adventure continues in the four million acre Katmai National Park, which has over a dozen active volcanoes. Katmai is home to more than 2,000 protected brown bears, the largest concentration in the world.

Accompanied by an experienced bear guard, we’ll safely scout for bears from the deck or in our small boats (RIBs). They might be foraging for berries, digging for clams, or catching fish in the stream.

Depending on conditions, we might visit Geographic Harbor, Kinak Bay, or Kukak Bay. Keep your eyes open for sea otters, seabirds, and humpback whales.

Tiny Chignik

Sample local life in a small Alaskan fishing town.

Chignik is perched on the southern coast of the Unalaska Peninsula and is one of Alaska’s most beautiful small settlements.

Venture ashore to explore the village, where the local fishing community will gladly receive you. Spawning salmon fill Chignik’s rivers throughout the summer months and you may be lucky enough to see the leaping fish as they make their way upstream.

Keep your eyes on the skies, as Chignik’s sheltered conditions and plentiful fish support an abundant bald eagle population. Watch for bear tracks, as these animals can be frequently seen close to the settlement.

The ghost town of Unga

Experience Unga, a deserted Alaskan town

Wild and deserted, Unga Village is an abandoned yet picturesque settlement on the southern end of Unga Island.

It was settled by Aleuts in 1833 but was abandoned in 1969, as subsistence fishing proved insufficient to support living here. Today, the few wooden buildings that remain are the only evidence that people once lived here.

A carpet of pink lousewort, fireweed, and other wildflowers surround the abandoned shacks as nature has gradually taken over. Experience the eerie beauty of this place during a nature landing with our small boats (RIBs).

Discover Dutch Harbor

Soak up history and nature in this fishing hub.

With a volcano as its backdrop, America’s largest fishing port – Dutch Harbor – is a fascinating place to visit. Learn about the local Indigenous Unungan people at the Museum of the Aleutians. Visit the Russian Orthodox Cathedral or tour the World War II museum commemorating the battle that took place here in 1942.

Scout for bald eagles and puffins in the skies. Foxes, lemmings, and wild horses thrive on land and whales, sea lions, and porpoises in the waters. Dutch Harbor is where the reality television series The Deadliest Catch was filmed, following crab fishermen at work under extreme conditions.

Learning and Leisure

Relax and reflect as we cruise along the coast.

Part of being on an expedition cruise is taking time to connect with the sights and sounds of the world around you. A day at sea lets you do just that. Sit back and take in the panoramic views from our Explorer Lounge & Bar, from the infinity pool, or from the outdoor hot tubs.

Keep scanning the seas and skies for puffins, auklets, and murrelets, especially closer to the coast. If you’re lucky, you might glimpse the red-legged kittiwake, only found in this part of the world.

Learn more about the region’s geography, climate, and birdlife from the Expedition Team in the Science Center.

Aleut life in St. Paul

Culture and wildlife on the largest Pribilof Island

The windswept island of St. Paul is home to the largest Aleut community in the US, numbering around 400. You can visit the historical remains of barabaras here, traditional dwellings built half-underground to protect against the sea winds.

St. Paul is also designated an Important Bird Area, and around 300 species of migrating birds use it as a resting point. Scan for horned and tufted puffins, the Pribilof sandpiper, and the rare red-legged kittiwake.

Wild St. Matthew

Experience this wild, remote, and isolated island.

Part of the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge and 200 miles from the nearest village, St. Matthew Island is wild, remote, and isolated. You’ll see traces of abandoned buildings between black-sand beaches and wildflower-dotted tundra. A few hardy souls have tried – and failed – to make a home here.

Today, the only inhabitants are birds, including thousands of puffins, murres, and cormorants. On our nature landing, if you’re lucky you’ll catch sight of the rare McKay’s Bunting, which breeds almost exclusively here. Listen for the sound of the singing vole, named after its unusual warning cry.

Crossing the Bering Sea

Cross the line where tomorrow meets today.

As we cruise the Bering Sea, you’ll have Russia on one side and the United States on the other. This is the international date line, where ‘tomorrow’ rests to your right and ‘today’ to the left.

Natural wonders abound here, so keep an eye out for humpback whales and seabirds wheeling through the skies.

This is your last full sea day, so relax and enjoy your time on board. The Expedition Team will recap the highlights of your Alaskan adventure, and you can continue your journey of discovery in the Science Center.

No place like Nome

Learn about Nome’s golden past.

Prospectors first came to Nome in 1898 and people still hunt for gold here today. You’ll see evidence of the Gold Rush era all around, including abandoned dredges, turn-of-the-century steam engines and old railroad tracks, lending the town a unique atmosphere.

Nome was also the end point of three of Roald Amundsen’s great polar expeditions, including an attempt by air to reach the North Pole in 1926.

Naturally, Nome is a fitting place to bid farewell to our own MS Roald Amundsen before flying back to Vancouver, where you will enjoy an overnight stay.

Back to Vancouver

See more of Vancouver or extend your adventure

Your expedition cruise ends in Vancouver, giving you another chance to explore this picturesque metropolis. Take in the café culture of Granville Island or head to Richmond’s famous multicultural night market for tasty treats from the food stalls.

There are plenty of galleries, museums, events, exhibitions, and shows to visit here. If you’d like to take it easy, head for the sands of Kitsilano Beach.

You can also extend your adventure with our optional Post-Program to the nearby mountain resort of Whistler. We’ll stop at Shannon Falls and ride on the Sea to Sky Gondola, which takes you on a panoramic ride almost 3,000 feet above sea level.

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What’s included

• Flight in economy class from Nome to Vancouver after the expedition cruise Flight surcharge may apply.
• One night of hotel in Vancouver after the expedition cruise, including breakfast
• Transfer from the ship to the airport in Nome

Transfer from the airport to the hotel in Vancouver after the expedition cruise

Expedition Cruise

• Stay in a cabin of your choice
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including beverages* in the Aune and Fredheim restaurants
• Fine-dining À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm is included for suite guests
• Complimentary tea and coffee
• Complimentary Wi-Fi on board†
• Complimentary reusable water bottle
• English-speaking Expedition Team who organize and guide activities, both on board and ashore
• Range of included activities

*House beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water

†Please note that Wi-Fi and phone reception are very limited in the remote areas where we travel, and streaming is not supported.

Onboard activities

• In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by experts on the Expedition Team
• Full use of our Science Center, extensive library, and advanced biological and geological equipment
• The Citizen Science Program allows guests to contribute to ongoing scientific research projects.
• Our onboard professional photographer will give photography tips and teach techniques for capturing landscape and wildlife photos.
• The ship has hot tubs, an infinity pool, a sauna, an outdoor and indoor gym, and a running track
• Join informal gatherings with the crew for daily briefings.

Landing activities

• Escorted landings with small boats (RIBs)
• Loan of boots, trekking poles, and all equipment needed for the activities
• Complimentary wind- and water-resistant expedition jacket
• Expedition photographers will be on hand to assist you.
• All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
• Excursions and activities are subject to change
• Please ensure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
• No gratuities are expected

Not included in your voyage

• International flights
• Travel protection
• Baggage handling
• Optional shore excursions with our local partners
• Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
• Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area

MS Roald Amundsen

In 2019, Hurtigruten added a brand new ship to its fleet: the MS Roald Amundsen. The state of the art vessel features new and environmentally sustainable hybrid technology that will reduce fuel consumption and show the world that hybrid propulsion on large ships is possible.

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Alaska's 7-Day Inside Passage Cruise

You’re in for one wild week. This roundtrip Inside Passage cruise from Vancouver delivers spellbinding scenery from narrow fjords to scattered islets and towering peaks. Get close to massive glaciers in Glacier Bay National Park and wait breathlessly for ice to calve off and plunge into the ocean. Inside Passage waters are as smooth as it gets, while on shore you’ll find endless thrills and chills. Fish for salmon in Ketchikan, helicopter onto Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, or ride the rails along the rugged White Pass Summit in Skagway.

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Stop into three iconic ports of call and see Alaska’s remote wilderness areas.

Ports of Call on This Cruise

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Why Take This Cruise?

This Inside Passage cruise docks near Vancouver’s biggest attractions, so you can spend more time sightseeing and less time getting from place to place. Air travel is a breeze with a convenient roundtrip and Saturday or Sunday departures. Features Alaska’s most historic ports and scenic natural wonderlands.

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See the wilds of a great frontier

Immerse yourself in Tlingit culture and experience the outpost atmosphere that prevails in charming, mountain-ringed seaside towns. Sail a pristine wilderness of misty fjords, lush forests and gleaming walls of ice, pan for gold like prospectors of old, and hear tales of a region where a Wild West spirit still feels very much alive. Ports and order of ports are subject to change. Refer to the Dates & Pricing itinerary for specific details by departure date.

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To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below.

Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.

More features, services and excursions included

One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call

Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)

Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner

24-hour specialty coffees, teas  & bottled water

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Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase

Visits to UNESCO Sites

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Complimentary access to The Nordic Spa & Fitness Center.

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24-hour room service

Your Stateroom Includes:

King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linen

42" flat-screen LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand

Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer

Premium Freyja® toiletries

Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service

Security safe

110/220 volt outlets

Ample USB ports

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Adventure comes first on the last frontier.

Endless breathtaking tundra, four gamechanging ships, one epic summer adventure — this is the boldest Alaska season ever. Experience once-in-a-lifetime moments every single day.  Like whale watching in Juneau. Grizzly spotting in Haines. And totem touring in Sitka. Get to know wildlife, big and small, that call this wilderness home, like otters, eagles, bears, and whales. This is Last Frontier pioneering with the cruise line voted Best Overall by Travel Weekly readers for 21 years running.

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OF ICE AND MOUNTAINS

Adventuring in Alaska is all about getting to know this state's stunning landscape. It might seem cold and unforgiving at first glance, but the best Alaska cruises allow you to explore the quiet lakes,  imposing glaciers  and breathtaking mountain views, you'll have only warm impressions of this wilderness. 

JOURNEY INWARD

Exploring the interior of Alaska will give you an entirely different perspective on this vast and rugged state. Take an Inside Passage cruise and gaze upward at the sky that is as blue as the lakes below. Hop on the Alaskan Railroad near Anchorage and see the spruce-lined, mountainous landscape whir by from a new perspective.

GLACIERS WILL MOVE YOU

In Alaska, ancient rivers of ice wind between mountains and grind out of valleys. Towering walls of ice like the Hubbard Glacier, Endicott Arm Dawes and the twin Sawyer Glaciers thunder as they calve  massive icebergs . Some shore excursions allow up close interaction with these natural wonders.

JOURNEY TO "THE GREAT ONE"

In the center of the state,  Denali National Park  is blanketed in wildflowers punctuated with mountains, raging rivers and serene lakes. Denali, "The Great One," formerly known as Mt. McKinley, rises to the tallest peak in North America and can be seen from as far away as Anchorage on a clear day. An up-close view is more than worth the expedition during your vacation.

FEEL THE RUSH

Alaska is tailor-made for once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Whether you sail its icy bays trying to spot huge cold-water whales or fly high above this rough-and-tumble landscape from the vantage of a helicopter, you're sure to come away with memories you couldn't have made anywhere else during your cruise to Alaska. 

WHO LET THE DOGS OUT?

In some parts of the state, dog sledding is still the primary mode of transportation through the winter months. Visit Alaska and get the experience for yourself at the  Skagway Yukon Discovery and Dog Sled Tour . The Siberian Huskies are sweet and energetic, and the ride is a thrill.

WHERE ARE THE WHALES AT?

Head to Kenai Fjords National Park in Seward for a  whale watching tour . There's nothing like seeing these behemoths hurl themselves out of the water, to splash back into the sea. Don't pass up an opportunity to watch these giants feed and play in the water.

Planes are plentiful in Alaska, where they're a common form of transportation across the state. Charter a helicopter or fixed-wing flightseeing tour at Juneau and get an unforgettable perspective of the mountains and glaciers of this vast landscape.

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QUANTUM OF THE SEAS

Quantum of the Seas® heads to the Last Frontier from Seattle . This adventure packed ship offers glacier gazing from the tallest viewing deck on a cruise ship and activities you can enjoy in any weather. Edge of your seat entertainment, all weather activities like the fan-favorite Flowrider®* and unparalleled views from every room.

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Making its Alaska debut, Anthem of the Seas ® is full of family-favorite thrills and chill. Gaze at giant glaciers from the pool deck while you sail through Endicott Arm . Whether you’re challenging friends to bumper cars at the SeaPlex® or catching record-setting views from North Star®, make unforgettable memories on these 7-night cruises.

SERENADE OF THE SEAS

Bring your adventure crew to the Last Frontier for a 7-night sailing to can’t-miss glaciers and quaint seaside cities brimming with rugged charm. Go peak seaking in Sitka or and take-on rugged adventures in Haines . Once onboard, snag some adults-only time at the Solarium or treat your tastebuds to plated perfection at Izumi Japanese Cuisine. Getting to your coolest getaway yet is easy for the whole family with sails roundtrip from Vancouver .

RADIANCE OF THE SEAS

Sail into the Last Frontier from Seward or Vancouver onboard Radiance of the Seas®. With over three acres of windows and glass exterior viewing elevators, you can watch for whales along Alaska’s Inside Passage when you aren’t wandering wilderness paths from Ketchikan to Juneau. And for the ultimate outdoor adventure, take a CruiseTour into Alaska’s interior where you can hang with huskies in Denali, and scale glaciers in Alyeska.

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Alaskan food focuses on locally sourced ingredients that reflect the state's rugged terrain and the vast oceans surrounding it. These nutrient-rich waters serve up some gorgeous fish and shellfish, from super-fresh salmon to huge Alaskan King Crabs that can feed a crowd, while game meats and berries from the wilderness form a perfect marriage of flavor.

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Sourdough is such an important part of Alaskan culture that long-time Alaskans are actually called sourdoughs in local parlance. Try a sourdough bread bowl filled with salmon chowder for a hearty lunch.

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Alaskan wild berries are sweet and pack a powerful punch of flavor. Whether served up in jams, candies, pies or cobblers, Alaskan blueberries, high-bush cranberries and other local wild berries are a staple when it comes to Alaskan summer eats.

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• Nearly 70 passengers and five crew members got sick in a norovirus outbreak on a Celebrity Cruises ship.
• The ship is currently sailing week-long Alaska voyages between Vancouver and Seward.
• The illness is frequently associated with cruise ships, but those outbreaks account for just 1% of all outbreaks reported, according to the CDC.

Nearly 70 Celebrity Cruises passengers got sick in a norovirus outbreak during a recent cruise.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said 68 of Celebrity Summit’s 2,264 guests reported being ill during a cruise that ended on Friday, along with five crew members. Their main symptoms were diarrhea and vomiting.

The ship is currently sailing week-long Alaska voyages between Vancouver and Seward, according to CruiseMapper . In response to the outbreak, the cruise line isolated sick guests and crew and collected samples for testing, among other steps, the health agency said. 

There were an isolated number of cases on board and the impacted guests are no longer on the ship, according to Nathaniel Derrenbacher, a spokesperson for Celebrity’s parent company Royal Caribbean Group. Summit was also sanitized.

The news follows another norovirus outbreak on Celebrity Constellation in January that left nearly 100 guests sick. The CDC has logged seven outbreaks of gastrointestinal illness on cruises that met its threshold for public notification so far this year. Norovirus was listed as the causative agent in all but one.

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The illness is frequently associated with cruise ships, but those outbreaks account for just 1% of all outbreaks reported, according to the CDC. Dr. Sarah E. Hochman, a hospital epidemiologist and the section chief of infectious diseases at NYU Langone Health’s Tisch Hospital, told USA TODAY in April that those happen in communities on land, too.

“There's not something special or unique about cruise ships,” she said at the time. “It's really any type of congregate setting, but it's also happening out in the community on a much smaller scale among households and household contacts. It just doesn't come to the attention of public health as much as it does for larger congregate settings.”

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Roughly 70 passengers on a Celebrity Cruises vessel contracted norovirus while on a recent trip to Alaska, health officials say.

The Centers for Disease Control reports that 68 of the 2,264 guests aboard the Celebrity Summit fell ill during their cruise, which finished its voyage on Friday. Five crew members were also listed among the ill.

The main symptoms reported by the sick passengers and crew were vomiting and diarrhea.

Infected guests and crew were required to be isolated and provided biological samples for testing, the CDC reported.

“Norovirus is a very contagious virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea. Anyone can get infected and sick with Norovirus,” the CDC states on its website. “Norovirus is sometimes called the ‘stomach flu’ or ‘stomach bug.’ However, norovirus illness is not related to the flu, which is caused by influenza virus.”

After dropping passengers off on Friday, the ship began a week-long Alaska trip between Vancouver and Seward, according to USA TODAY .

A spokesman for Royal Caribbean Group, which owns Celebrity, said the Summit was sanitized and that none of the passengers who fell ill are on the ship's current journey.

This is the second time this year that a norovirus outbreak occurred on a Celebrity cruise ship. In January, nearly 100 guests on the Celebrity Constellation fell ill with the virus.

In April, approximately 67 of the 1,933 passengers on Royal Caribbean International's Radiance of the Seas fell ill to norovirus, the New York Post reports. That same month, another 94 of the 2,532 passengers on Princess Cruises' Sapphire Princess contracted norovirus.

The CDC has logged seven outbreaks of gastrointestinal illnesses on cruises this year significant enough to trigger its threshold for public notification. In all but one of the outbreaks the cause of the illnesses was the norovirus.

While norovirus does represent the cause of many cruise ship outbreaks, cruises are not disproportionately prone to the virus.

The majority of norovirus infections — 62 percent — are contracted in healthcare facilities. Approximately 20 million people who are not on cruise ships contract the virus every year, according to the CDC.

The virus can spread anywhere where people tend to congregate, whether that be a cruise ship or a restaurant or hospital.

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HOUSTON – More than two dozen people on a United Airlines flight to Houston on Friday became ill while the plane was traveling from Canada.

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United Airlines flight 1528 was flying from Vancouver, British Columbia to Houston. During the flight, 25 people became sick.

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🤒 More than two dozen passengers aboard a @united flight to @iah on Friday became sick. @HoustonFire says the passengers just got done with an international cruise. @KPRC2 is also learning that the @CDCgov is also involved in the investigation. pic.twitter.com/y9Bdmx2Nbr — Gage Goulding - KPRC 2 (@GageGoulding) June 1, 2024

Firefighters and paramedics met the passengers as they landed at George Bush Intercontinental Airport following the five-hour flight from Vancouver, British Columbia.

“Then all of a sudden, the flight attendant, she put on a mask, and the guy next to me is like, ‘What do you think’s going on?’ And I’m like, ‘Bro, I don’t know. You know? I mean, COVID, we’re all going to die.’ You know what I mean,” said Snell.

Three people were “evacuated” from the airplane, but no one was taken to the hospital.

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According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) the plane landed around 6:30 p.m.

“Then firetrucks and ambulances started pulling up,” Snell said. “They didn’t hold us very long, maybe 45 minutes-ish.”

Passengers aboard the airplane say that the pilot and flight attendants alerted them that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is investigating the illness.

“This is where it got weird,” Snell said. “He [the pilot] got over the speaker, but he came out to us and he said, ‘Hey, in my 25 years of flying, I’ve never seen anything like this. We have been quarantined by the CDC. Nobody can exit the plane until the CDC lets us off.’”

After being let off the plane passengers were screened by paramedics from the Houston Fire Department.

“As soon as you got off, you got mobbed, wanting to know if you had any symptoms and did you want to be triaged,” Snell said. “But then they let us off and I thought, man, you’re letting us off in Houston airport. Like we’re going everywhere in the world. This is how it started the last time.”

The last time refers to the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s what he and other passengers thought they could be dealing with.

“We’re all trapped in this tube, and we’ve all lived through Corona. And I was just like, ‘oh, come on. Not again,’” Snell said.

KPRC2 asked the FAA, CDC, Houston Fire Department and United Airlines for information about which cruise ship the passengers who got sick were on and for the illness, but none of the organizations would provide further information.

According to information from the CDC, there have been seven outbreaks of illness on cruise ships this year.

The most recent is a norovirus outbreak on the Celebrity Summit cruise ship.

Norovirus is commonly known as the “stomach bug” and can lead to nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. It’s a highly contagious virus, but is typically not a severe illness and passes in a few days, the CDC reports.

According to Celebrity Cruises’ website , the Celebrity Summit ship is currently sailing between Seward, Alaska and Vancouver, British Columbia.

Vancouver is where the United Airlines flight full of sick passengers took off.

KPRC 2 asked Celebrity Cruises for more information about their outbreak and if it’s connected to the sick passengers that landed in Houston. We’re still waiting for an answer.

Meanwhile, United Airlines tells KPRC 2′s Gage Goulding that the plane is being pulled from rotation until it can be deep cleaned.

UNITED AIRLINES STATEMENT

“Several passengers who had been on the same cruise and did not feel well were on United Flight 1528 from Vancouver to Houston tonight. United Airlines is actively coordinating with health authorities to address the situation. As a precautionary measure, the aircraft will be removed from service and go through a deep cleaning before returning to service. Ensuring the health and safety of our passengers and crew remains our top priority.”

CDC Statement

“CDC is aware of a flight from Vancouver, British Columbia, that arrived at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport on Friday, May 31.

Public health officers from CDC’s Houston Port Health Station worked with EMS to evaluate ill passengers on board. Most of the ill passengers reported mild GI symptoms. No passengers were noted to have a fever during the flight or upon public health assessment at landing. No passengers met CDC criteria for further public health follow-up. Passengers from the flight continued with their travel plans.”

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• In-Suite Mini-Bar Set-Up and Refill
• L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions

Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers

Vanity and Hair Dryer

• Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
• Direct Dial Satellite Phone
• Shoe Shine Service
• Plan My Cruise

Deluxe Veranda Suite G2

• Suite Size 253 FT 2
• Balcony Size 55-108 FT 2
• Decks 6, 7, 8 & 9

Thoughtfully designed to maximize interior space and embrace the magnificent scenery outdoors, this suite is a joyful retreat. From the sitting area, admire the ocean views through the floor-to-ceiling windows, or better yet, take a seat outside on your private balcony to watch the world go by. Elegant finishes such as luxurious bedding and beautiful marble detailing in the bath further enhance your comfort.

Walk-in Closet With Safe

Accommodates Up To 3 Guests

Deluxe Veranda Suite G1

Superior Suite F2

• Suite Size 332 FT 2
• Balcony Size 83-115 FT 2
• Decks 7, 8 & 9

With more than 400 square feet (121.9 meters) of space including a private balcony, this suite is an excellent choice if you want a little extra room. Even your sleeping accommodations are spacious, as the Elite Slumber™ bed is a European king-size and faces floor-to-ceiling windows that provide ocean views from your bed. A walk-in closet, dual sinks in the bathroom and wonderful bath amenities make it a pleasure to prepare for your day’s adventures.

European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed

• 1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom

Superior Suite F1

• Balcony Size 83-132 FT 2
• Decks 7, 8, 9 & 10

Concierge Suite E

• Balcony Size 115-132 FT 2

In this superbly designed suite, enjoy once-in-a-lifetime views of the horizon from the comfort of your King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed as well as exclusive luxuries available only in suites at the Concierge level and higher. Your suite includes amenities such as an illy® espresso maker and cashmere blankets, perfect for use in the morning when you wish to sip coffee and enjoy an in-suite breakfast on your private balcony.

• FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including: - FREE Ground Transfers - FREE Breakfast - FREE Porterage
• INCLUDED & UNLIMITED WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite
• FREE 15 Minutes of Ship-to-Shore Phone Time

Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations

10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor

5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs

5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions

• Binoculars, illy® Espresso Maker and Cashmere Blankets
• Complimentary Tote Bag

Concierge Suite D

• Decks 7, 8, 9, 10, 12 & 14

This category includes Accessibility Options in suites 822 and 823. For more information about accessible suites click here .

Penthouse Suite C

• Suite Size 450 FT 2
• Balcony Size 111-194 FT 2

The luxurious suite has been carefully designed to maximize space and comfort. Relax on your private balcony and indulge in your lavish bath amenities as you recharge and ready yourself for new adventures in the next port of call. This suite also includes priority online reservations for shore excursions and dining, and you’re encouraged to call on the services of a personal butler for special requests.

Spacious Living Room

This category includes Accessibility Options in suite 916. For more information about accessible suites click here .

• Guerlain Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
• Personal Butler
• Complimentary Pressing on First Night
• Selection of Bed Pillow Styles

Daily Canapés

• Personalized Stationery

BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker

• Essentials Including Men’s Unscented Shaving Kit, Facial Wipes, Sewing Kit, Emory Board, Stain Remover and Hand Sanitizer

Penthouse Suite B

• Balcony Size 111-176 FT 2
• Decks 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10
• Guerlain & L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions

Penthouse Suite A

• Decks 9, 10, 12 & 14

Seven Seas Suite SS

• Suite Size 577 FT 2
• Balcony Size 237 FT 2
• Decks 7 & 8

This suite welcomes you with soothing colors, pleasing artwork and comfortable furnishings. Relax in the sitting area after an exciting day ashore and enjoy the selection of fresh canapés delivered by your personal butler. Then retreat to your private balcony to watch the ever-changing vistas and ponder your next destination. 

1 Spacious Bedroom with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed

Choice of Guerlain, Acqua di Parma and L'Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions

• Priority boarding on Embarkation Day with Suite Access at 1:00 pm

Welcome Bottle of Champagne

• Luxe Fruit Arrangement

Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts

• Elegant Weather Clock

Explorer Suite ES

• Suite Size 655 FT 2
• Balcony Size 166-263 FT 2
• Decks 9, 10 & 12

One look at this suite and you’ll be uncorking a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne and toasting your good fortune. A soothing color palette, attention to detail and soothing lighting invite you to unwind in style. The subdued elegance continues with a resplendent private bedroom and one-and-a-half bathrooms, where marble and stone details complement the scents of a variety of lavish soaps, shampoos and lotions.

• 1 1/2 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathrooms

Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne

Welcome Letter from President and General Manager

Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up

1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service

• Delivery of Up to Three Daily Newspapers

World Atlas and Elegant Weather Clock

Grand Suite Aft

• Suite Size 854-1013 FT 2
• Balcony Size 277-916 FT 2

Step into the richness of an emerald green dining area perfectly ensconced within a spacious, sumptuous living room. Just outside is a private balcony with a table and chairs, perfect for in-suite breakfast. The master bedroom is large and inviting, its soothing color palette perfect for a peaceful night's rest on your King-Size Elite Slumber™ Bed. Two full baths make it a perfect space for entertaining new friends on the high seas.

The suite pictured may differ from the suite booked, as layouts and designs vary by ship, deck, and suite location.

• 2 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathrooms

Guerlain Fragrance and Spongelle Buffer

Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon

VIP Status to Include Dinner with a Senior Officer

Complimentary Cocktail Party for 8

Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†

Complimentary 25-Minute Personal Fitness Session at the Serene Spa & Wellness™ Fitness Center

• 24-Hour Room Service with Specialty Restaurant Selections During Dining Hours

Luxe Fruit Arrangement and Chocolate Leonidas

• Tea Forte Set-Up
• Complimentary Shore Excursion Bag

Grand Suite Forward

Master Suite MS

• Suite Size 1064-1114 FT 2
• Balcony Size 831-994 FT 2
• Decks 8 & 9

You’ll find Park Avenue chic onboard Seven Seas Explorer ® in this extravagant, stylish suite. A rich color palette, the finest fabrics and a grand piano create sophisticated comfort, while a personal butler will happily assist with both ordinary and special requests. With two spacious bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a large living room and a wrap-around private balcony, this suite is perfectly suited to host gatherings of new friends.

2 Spacious Bedrooms with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed

Accommodates Up To 6 Guests

Regent Suite RS

• Suite Size 3026 FT 2
• Balcony Size 1417 FT 2

Incomparable craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail are evident everywhere – from the suite’s unique design choices, such as rare works of art, to grand features like an in-suite spa retreat and Steinway piano. The only thing to rival the luxurious interior that includes two magnificent bedrooms is the spectacular ocean view from private balconies that include a Tresse Minipool high atop the ship.

• 2 Spacious Bedrooms

2 Private Balconies with a Custom-Made Treesse Heated Minipool Spa

2 1/2 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathrooms, 1 with Jetted Tub

Private In-suite Spa with Sauna, Steam Room and Jetted Tub

King-Size Savoir Bed with Mollissima Duvet in Master Bedroom

Private Solarium

3 Walk-in Closets, 2 Safes

Custom Steinway Grand Baroque Piano by Dakota Jackson

FREE Laundry and Dry Cleaning

FREE Personal Car and Guide to Explore Ashore

FREE In-Suite Spa Services

Exclusive Access to The Study, A Private Dining Room For Up To 12 Guests

• Selection of Aromatic Suite Fragrances by Dr. Vranjes

Spa Accessories and Spongology Collection

• Cristina Azario Cashmere Throw

Preferred Selection of Luxurious Bed Linens and Pillow Menu

Essentials Including Men’s Unscented Shaving Kit, Facial Wipes, Sewing Kit, Emory Board, Stain Remover, Hand Sanitizer and Dental Care

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Centrally located in the heart of the city is Vancouver's landmark, The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Like the city that surrounds it, the hotel is rich in history, resplendent in natural beauty, vibrant and cosmopolitan.

Within its walls you will find the exclusive Fairmont Gold floor, a state-of-the-art health club and the luxurious Absolute Spa and an array of designer shops in downtown Vancouver.

The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is known for an array of award-winning restaurants, including Griffins featuring exceptional Vancouver fine dining and a decadent Sunday brunch. 900 West Lounge offers traditional Vancouver Afternoon Tea service in a rich and relaxing setting, and comes alive in the evening as the place for perfectly crafted cocktails and live entertainment.

FAIRMONT HOTEL VANCOUVER

900 WEST GEORGIA STREET

VANCOUVER, BC. CANADA V6C 2W6

PH 604 684 3131

Standard Rate Number of Nights: 1, Price: $469 per guest based on double occupancy. Number of Nights: 2, Price: $878 per guest based on double occupancy. Number of Nights: 3, Price: $1,287 per guest based on double occupancy.

Hotel and Land Program pricing is not combinable with FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package. If applicable, please contact Regent Seven Seas Cruises or your travel agent for multi-night pre-cruise hotel pricing information. Land program promotions are subject to terms .

See highlights that define Seattle before crossing into Canada to explore beautiful Victoria or the wilds surrounding Whistler as a prelude to an enlightening look at historical Vancouver.

NOTE: this program starts in Seattle, Washington (USA) and ends in Vancouver, British Columbia (Canada) where guests will board the ship. Arrival flights need to be booked into Seattle’s Tacoma International Airport (SEA).

Due to the nature of this program, it is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or for those that require use of a wheelchair.

When reserving this program, please make sure to advise which option you prefer on Day 3 and let us know if you have any special dietary requirements. The team at RSSC Reservations can assist in adding these details to your booking.

On arrival at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), identify and collect baggage and meet our local representative who will get you on your transfer to the Fairmont Olympic Hotel or similar.

Built in 1924 and located in the heart of the city, the legendary Fairmont Olympic Hotel offers breathtaking architecture featuring rich character and history, an innovative culinary experience and best-in-class service.

Check-in time at the hotel is 4:00pm. Although every effort will be made for the room to be available earlier, this cannot be guaranteed.

Spend the remainder of the day and evening at leisure.

Meals are on your own today.

Board a luxury motorcoach and take a drive around the city to catch glimpse of some of Seattle’s most affluent neighborhoods. Each one tells a different part of the story of how Seattle went from a Wild West hub to the metropolis it is today. Enjoy an informative driving tour of the city from the perspective of a Seattleite, who will recount history and interesting stories that make the city unique.

A mid-way stop is made in Everett at the Boeing Future of Flight Aviation Center. A tour here takes you through the history of aviation in the Pacific Northwest with their impressive gallery and hands-on exhibits. Boxed lunches will be served following the tour and the journey will continue across the US / Canada border and into Vancouver, British Columbia.

Note: The group will pass through the US/Canada border including Canadian Customs and Immigration. Guests may or may not have to disembark the bus. Passports must be on hand and anyone requiring Visa’s to enter Canada should have their documents available.

After crossing the border, proceed directly to your hotel for the next two nights - Rosewood Hotel Georgia or similar. The hotel is located a short walk from renowned Stanley Park, art galleries, world-class museums, boutiques and Vancouver’s finest restaurants.

Dinner is on own this evening.

Following breakfast at the hotel, guests will depart on their pre-selected excursion for the day.

Guests should contact RSSC Reservations prior to 60 days before departure to make their selection.

Option 1: The Best of Victoria

Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, is located on gorgeous Vancouver Island and is considered one of the world’s most beautiful cities. It is famous for the historic Empress Hotel, the Parliament buildings, and the Butchart Gardens.

Upon leaving Vancouver, you will take a scenic ferry ride from the Vancouver mainland through the Gulf Islands to Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island. Upon arrival on the island, you will visit the internationally renowned Butchart Gardens. This National Historic Site began with an exhausted limestone quarry that was transformed into the now picturesque Sunken Garden. Today the garden showcases 55 acres of themed garden displays, including a Japanese Garden, Italian Garden and Rose Garden. Enjoy High Tea at the Butchart Gardens. High tea includes a selection of items including trifle, scones, savory sandwiches and delicacies, homemade sweets and a selection of teas.

From here, drive to Victoria’s downtown area which features the Inner Harbor, The Fairmont Empress Hotel, Mile 0 and historic Chinatown. There will be free time to explore downtown Victoria at your own pace. Wind down the day with the scenic return sail aboard BC Ferries and then return by luxury coach to your hotel. The evening is at your leisure with dinner on own.

Option 2: Wonders of Whistler

Escape the city and emerge in the wilderness nestled against Vancouver. Journey via luxury coach the Sea to Sky Highway, alongside a coastal fjord and the rugged Coast Mountain Range. Stop along the way to ride the Sea to Sky gondola and ascend 850 meters (930 yards) to the top to soak up the panoramic perspectives of Howe Sound cradled by the Coast Mountains. It’s here that you can cross the Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge and walk along forest trails to the observation platforms. The tour then continues north to Whistler Resort.

Upon arrival in Whistler, visit the Squamish Lil’Wat Cultural Centre (SLCC). Following the tour of SLCC, join a short, guided walking tour of Whistler Village (optional). After learning a bit about Whistler and getting a lay of the land, there is plenty of free time to explore at our own pace. Visit the shops, stop in an art gallery, or do as the locals do and find the perfect patio along the village stroll for a moment to relax at this stunning mountain resort. When your time in Whistler is coming to a close, re-board the bus and enjoy the scenic drive back along the Sea to Sky Highway to where your tour began. Back in Vancouver, enjoy an evening at leisure with dinner on own. Lunch is included at the Squamish Lil'Wat Cultural Centre.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

After checkout, transfer to the ship via a half day Vancouver highlights tour, including a visit to Stanley Park.

Visit the gems that make Vancouver the vibrant city it is. The tour begins with a drive through Gastown, Vancouver’s Oldest neighborhood, and continues through culturally rich Chinatown, a melting pot of Asian cuisines and stores. Then enjoy a visit to Stanley Park, where there is one of the most impressive collections of totem poles in downtown Vancouver. Tour past English Bay Beach and on to Granville Island, home of Vancouver’s most famous food market. Hidden gems on the Island will be pointed out to ensure they are not missed.

Your tour ends at the Port of Vancouver where you will board the ship.

Land Program Details Step by Step

•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. Program times are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.

•Itineraries with the up-to-date details will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive a final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review the letter and your final itinerary carefully for further amendments.

•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Extra Nights

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program

•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 4:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.

•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 4:00pm.

•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.

Arrival flight into Seattle

Meet and greet and transfer to your hotel

Look for Arrivals Door #10 on the baggage claim level if don’t see your greeter right away

4:00pm Check in time at the hotel

Remainder of the day at your leisure

Meals on own

Overnight at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel or similar hotel

Meet and Greet and transfers

•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.

Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative. Look for Arrivals Door #10 on the baggage claim level if don’t see your greeter right away.

•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.

•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.

From 7am Breakfast at your hotel

9:00am Tour Seattle city highlights, transfer to Everett

11:15am Visit the Boeing Future of Flight Museum

12:30pm Transfer by motorcoach to Vancouver, British Columbia

Boxed lunch on route

3:30pm Check in at your hotel

Hospitality desk available

*Arrival time will depend on the time spent at the US/Canada border

Dinner on own

Overnight at the Rosewood Hotel Georgia or similar hotel

OPTION 1 Best of Victoria:

Includes: Coach, Guide, Commentary, Roundtrip Ferry Crossing, Admission to Butchart Gardens, Tea Buffet Lunch at Butchart Gardens, Sightseeing Downtown Victoria, taxes and gratuities

7:30am Breakfast at your hotel

8:30am Depart the hotel and travel to Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal

10:00am Ferry to Schwartz Bay

11:30am Transfer to Butchart Gardens

12:00pm Visit Butchart Gardens + High Tea Lunch

3:30pm Victoria driving tour and free time

7:00pm Ferry to Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal

9:00pm Return transfer to your hotel in Vancouver

Overnight at Rosewood Hotel Georgia or similar hotel

OPTION 2: Wonders of Whistler

Includes: Coach, Guide, Commentary, Admission to Sea to Sky Gondola, Admission to the Squamish Lil’Wat Cultural Center, Lunch, taxes and gratuities

7:30am Breakfast at your hotel -

9:00am Depart the hotel and travel to Sea to Sky Gondola

10:00am Sea to Sky Gondola, Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge (100 meters)

12:00pm Travel by motorcoach to Whistler

1:00pm Squamish Lil’Wat Cultural Centre (lunch here)

3:00pm Walking Tour of Whistler Village and free time

7:30pm Return drive to your hotel in Vancouver

8:00am Check-out and transfer to ship via Vancouver City Highlights tour

12:00pm Arrival at the Port of Vancouver for ship embarkation

What to bring:

•For Victoria, guests should bring a jacket and wear sturdy walking shoes.

•For Whistler, guests should bring a jacket, gloves, hat and wear sturdy walking shoes or boots. The temperature drops significantly at higher elevations, even in the summer months.

Documents and Visa Requirements:

A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required

Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality for entry into Canada from the USA.

Information about document requirements and customs declarations can be reviewed at https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel-voyage.

Failure to have the required documents ahead of time will result in denial of travel and guests will have to pay for any expenses incurred in order to not proceed with the program.

Note: during the summer it can take up to an hour or longer to cross the border between the US and Canada. Guests will most likely have to disembark the bus.

Accommodations:

Fairmont Olympic Hotel

411 University St, Seattle, WA 98101

Phone: (206) 621-1700

Rosewood Hotel Georgia

801 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6C 1P7, Canada

Phone: +1 604-682-5566

*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required they will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.

Program includes:

1 night at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel or similar hotel - Deluxe king room

2 nights at the Rosewood Hotel Georgia or similar hotel - Deluxe king room

Local English-speaking tour guide on transfers and sightseeing tours

Entrance fees to all mentioned sites

Breakfast on Days 2, 3 and 4

Lunch on Days 2 and 3

Beverages at lunch in Whistler: Juice, coffee, tea, water

Porterage at hotels, airports and pier (based on 2 pieces of luggage per person)

Staffed Hospitality Desk/Concierge Desk at Seattle Hotel

Optional tours to either Victoria or Whistler on Day 3

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program does not include:

Any meals and beverages not listed above

Hotel incidentals including room service, mini bar and laundry

Visa fees if required to cross the US/Canada border

Gratuities to drivers and guides

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.

Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 60 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 60 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Price: $2,999 per guest based on double occupancy.

• Post-Cruise

In the heart of downtown Anchorage, Alaska, the Hilton Anchorage hotel is known for its convenience and comfort. The hotel is only a few blocks from the Alaska Museum of History and Art, 5th Avenue Mall and a host of restaurants. Hooper Bay Cafe is an open air full service lobby restaurant featuring a buffet station, two private dining areas and a Starbucks Coffee Kiosk. Hilton Hotel fitness amenities include a complimentary health club, indoor heated swimming pool and spa.

ANCHORAGE HILTON

500 WEST THIRD AVENUE

ANCHORAGE, AK. 99501

PH# 907 272 7411

Standard Rate Number of Nights: 1, Price: $399 per guest based on double occupancy. Number of Nights: 1, Price: $379 per guest based on double occupancy. Number of Nights: 2, Price: $678 per guest based on double occupancy. Number of Nights: 2, Price: $648 per guest based on double occupancy. Number of Nights: 3, Price: $957 per guest based on double occupancy. Number of Nights: 3, Price: $917 per guest based on double occupancy.

Concierge Level Rate Number of Nights: 1, Price: $399 per guest based on double occupancy. Number of Nights: 1, Price: $379 per guest based on double occupancy. Number of Nights: 2, Price: $678 per guest based on double occupancy. Number of Nights: 2, Price: $648 per guest based on double occupancy. Number of Nights: 3, Price: $957 per guest based on double occupancy. Number of Nights: 3, Price: $917 per guest based on double occupancy.

Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms .

See big, bold and genuine Alaska! Follow its scenic highways and famed Alaska Railway into rustic towns and through majestic Denali National Park, visit an Iditarod dog kennel, and view breathtaking, snow-mantled mountains.

After disembarking the ship in Seward, you will meet your tour director and begin driving to Girdwood. The road passes through some of America’s most spectacular scenery and holds three scenic designations: USDA Forest Service Scenic Byway, Alaska Scenic Byway, and All-American Road. On the way, enjoy a stop at an organization dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife. The center is a home and a refuge for many animals; bear, moose, elk, and other wildlife that call Alaska home.

Upon arriving at the Hotel Alyeska or similar, and checking in, you may wish to enjoy a ride to the top of Mt. Alyeska on the aerial tramway for a spectacular view of the surrounding area with its seven glaciers. (not included). The rest of the day and evening are to enjoy as you please. Meals are on your own.

After breakfast at the hotel, begin your 4-hour scenic tour from Girdwood to Denali via the George Parks Highway, which winds through the kind of scenery that defines the Alaskan interior: tundra, soaring mountain peaks, glaciers, forests, wild rivers, and vast expanses primarily inhabited by animals such as moose, grizzlies, foxes and birds.

In time, you will visit an Iditarod Sled Dog Kennel and learn about this truly Alaskan competition. Note: this is not a ride with the dogs. Traveling from Anchorage to Nome on the Bering Sea coast, each Iditarod team of 12 to 16 dogs and their musher cover 1,150 miles of Alaska’s most rugged terrain in 10 to 17 days. Add temperatures well below zero, scouring winds, and long hours of darkness, and it is no wonder that the Iditarod is called the last Great Race on Earth.

Once you reach Denali, you will be transferred to the Grande Denali Lodge or similar, which perches on the edge of a bluff less than a mile from the entrance to Denali National Park.

Following an enlightening private lecture on Denali, your evening is free to enjoy dinner on-own and an overnight at the lodge.

NOTE: Guests on Explorer's August 7th, 2024 sailing will stay at Denali Park Village as Grand Denali Lodge is not available.

The day starts with an early breakfast at the lodge and then the Denali Natural History Tour. Focusing on the rich natural and cultural history of the park, this program includes several interpretive stops and an hour off-bus experience. Begin with a stop to learn about the creation of the Denali Park Road with the film “Across Time and Tundra.”

Next visit Savage Cabin, the original ranger’s cabin, provides a living history into how the cabin was once used and how it continues to be used today.

Finally, you will make a stop at Primrose Ridge to experience a memorable Alaska Native presentation that will enlighten you with how the land has been used for nearly 10,000 years. All along the way your naturalist driver-guide will provide a great introduction to the landscape, geology, and history of Denali National Park and Preserve. Tours are conducted in school busses.

NOTE: due to a massive landslide and subsequent damage to certain roadways in the park, there may not be an opportunity to upgrade to the Tundra Wilderness Tour depending on how far along the Park is with reconstruction on the roadways. Your Tour Director will be able to provide more information while you are on the tour.

Upon returning to the lodge, enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure, before overnighting at the lodge.

After breakfast at the lodge, your morning is free to further enjoy Denali National Park.

Later this morning, you will have time to explore before boarding an Alaska Railroad train. As you travel the 4.5 hours to Talkeetna, seating is upstairs in the Dome where you will enjoy views from all sides of the railcar and lunch is included downstairs in the dining room. Then, arrive into the town of Talkeetna, whose downtown is a National Historic Site.

Continuing south, you will drive to Anchorage and check-in at the Marriott Hotel in Anchorage or similar hotel. The rest of the day and evening are yours to enjoy as you please.

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the Anchorage airport for your flight home.

The hotel check-out time is 11:00am. Late check-out may be arranged and paid directly to the hotel on a space availability basis. For guests with late flights, luggage storage will be available at the hotel.

Land Program Details Step by Step:

•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program timings are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.

•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.

•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.

8:30am Meet your Tour Director upon disembarking the ship

9:00am Depart Seward for Alyeska

11:30am Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

12:45pm Arrive at Hotel Alyeska

Open afternoon and evening at leisure. Dinner on own

Overnight at the Hotel Alyeska, Girdwood or similar hotel

From 6:00am Buffet breakfast at lodge

8:00am Depart for Denali Park

9:00am Arrive Anchorage for brief city tour

12:00pm Arrive Happy Trails Kennels for enlightening presentation

Box lunch includes sandwich, pasta salad, cookie, bottle of water

5:30pm Arrive at the Grande Denali Lodge, steps from Denali National Park

6:30pm Reception with private lecture, followed by dinner (on own, not included)

Overnight at the Grande Denali Lodge or similar hotel

7:00am Approximate Departure for Denali Natural History Tour

12:00pm Approximate Return for Denali Natural History Tour

Lunch on own

PM Open for optional activities. Dinner on own

11:15am Transfer to Denali Rail Depot

12:30pm Deluxe Dome Rail from Denali to Talkeetna (lunch on train)

4:45pm Arrive Talkeetna; Board motor coach

7:30pm Arrive at Marriott Hotel. Dinner on own

Overnight at the Marriott Hotel or similar hotel

AM Breakfast at hotel

11:00am Check out of the hotel

AM/PM Transfer to airport two hours prior to your flight. Luggage storage is available for guests with late flights.

Accessibility:

This program is wheelchair accessible. Please notify RSSC if a tour coach with lift or accessible rooms are required as rooms are limited and vehicles need to be secured in advance.

Extra Nights: If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 11:00am (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 5 of your program.

Transfers: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.

Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.

Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 11:00am. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.

Expected Weather:

Approximately 60 degrees Fahrenheit

What to Bring:

Warm clothes, rain jacket, binoculars, comfortable walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, camera, chargers

Local Currency:

Electricity:

The electric current in the United States is 110 volts. You may need a converter if you have 220-volt devices.

Hotel addresses:

Marriott Hotel – 820 W 7th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501

Grande Denali Lodge or Denali Park Village

Hotel Alyeska – 1000 Arlberg Ave, Girdwood, AK 99587

*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.

HOTELS AND LODGES

The best available hotels and lodges in Alaska are used throughout the land program. They are comfortable and rustic. Guests accustomed to the level of services at an international five-star hotel will find that the same services are not available in Alaska. Due to peak season in Alaska from May through September, it may be difficult to change rooms during the hotel stay as all hotels have very high occupancy. Hotels are subject to change.

Program Includes:

•One night at the Marriott Hotel in Anchorage or similar (Standard double room)

•Two nights at Grande Denali Lodge or Denali Park Village (Standard double room)

•One night at the Alyeska Resort, Girdwood or similar (Standard double room)

•Full breakfast daily

•One lunch and one snack box lunch

•One reception and lecture on Denali

•Denali Natural History Tour in Denali National Park

•Deluxe Dome Rail tour

•Tours and sightseeing as per program

•Fully escorted

•Luggage handling and all associated gratuities

•Airport transfers as applicable

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program Excludes for guests:

•Gratuities for tour director and motor coach driver

•Personal expenses

•Any meals not listed above

•Hotel incidentals including minibar and room service

ADDITIONAL TOURING

While you are in the Denali area at the beginning of the tour program, your guide will present additional touring programs for sale. These tour options vary from week to week and therefore can’t be pre-purchased. However, your guide will do everything possible to help you secure space. Additional tours are not available to pre-purchase through RSSC.

As your baggage will travel on many different modes of transportation, please choose sturdy cases that have been properly tagged with personal identifications, both inside and out. It is important to keep all valuables and documents on your person. As amenities such as elevators and baggage handling are limited at some locations, we suggest you only carry one bag per person while on the land tour. Alternately, your tour director will collect any pieces that you do not want to take on and off the bus each day and it will be stored on the motor coach in a locked bay. Please pack accordingly and bring any medications and documents with you.

Alternatively, you may wish to contact Luggage Forward to make your own luggage transfer arrangements (at own cost) from the ship to your home -www.luggageforward.com

Phone: 877-231-5131

CLOTHING AND CLIMATE

With a broad variety of weather possibilities, we encourage you to bring clothes that are suited to layering. Daytime attire in Alaska is strictly casual. Comfortable, supportive walking shoes are a must. The following items should be included: water-repellant coat or jacket, collapsible umbrella, rain hat, lightweight windbreaker, and sweaters. It could be warmer inland with summer temperatures in Denali reaching 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

Travel in Alaska is generally at lower elevations. The maximum altitude is 2,800 feet in Denali National Park.

WEATHER CONDITIONS

Weather conditions are unpredictable. While the cruise line and its appointed ground operators will do everything possible to assist with alternative arrangements, we cannot be held responsible for any costs incurred if a land program, tour or private arrangement made through the cruise line is disrupted due to adverse weather.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The published itinerary is based on component suppliers expected to be operating for the land program. Changes to the availability of flights, flight and tour schedules or other itinerary components out of the cruise line’s control may require an adjustment to the final itinerary. The local ground operator will handle meal vouchers, train tickets, or tour tickets included in the program. The cruise line reserves the right to substitute hotels, if necessary.

Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 60 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 60 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.

Price: $2,499 per guest based on double occupancy.

Experience the true Alaska by traveling through the pristine countryside by rail, driving through Denali National Park, and exploring intriguing inland cities, often on your own so you’re free to see whatever you wish. This program features Denali National Park, antique automobiles, sled dog champions, and up- close wildlife viewing opportunities.

*This program ends in Fairbanks, Alaska therefore all flights must depart from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)

Upon disembarking the ship in Seward, the Tour Director will join you for the journey through Alaska’s interior during the next five days. Driving toward Anchorage, you will pass through a landscape so spectacular it holds three scenic designations: USDA Forest Service Scenic Byway, Alaska Scenic Byway, and All-American Road. Make a stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to see indigenous animals to Alaska in their natural habitat.

In Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city, you will enjoy a brief orientation tour that will present some of the highlights and suggestions for lunch on your own in the downtown.

Following lunch, you will depart for Talkeetna, the quaint Alaskan town that provided the inspiration for the 1990s TV program “Northern Exposure.” It nestles at the confluence of three rivers: the Talkeetna, Chulitna, and Susitna.

After checking in at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, you will attend an exclusive reception so you can get to know your travel companions. The evening is open for dinner on your own and to explore Talkeetna.

Although known for its restaurants, brewery and fine shopping, Talkeenta also offers extraordinary views of Mt. McKinley, weather permitting. The highest peak in North America, Mt. Denali can usually be photographed from several locales around town, including the back deck of the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge or similar, where you will spend the evening. Dinner is on your own.

After breakfast at the lodge, board your Deluxe Dome Railcar for the journey to Denali National Park. Seating is upstairs in the dome, which offers incredible views of Alaska’s stunning natural beauty from all sides of the railcar. Lunch is included today onboard the train. The remainder of your day is open for optional activities, such as helicopter flightseeing over Mt. Denali, fly fishing, and whitewater rafting on the Nenana River. The prices for each activity vary. These programs can only be booked at the lodge and are independently operated with no affiliation to the cruise line.

After dinner on your own, you will spend the evening at the Grande Denali Lodge or similar.

The day starts with an early breakfast at the lodge and then the phenomenal Denali Natural History Tour. Focusing on the rich natural and cultural history of the park, this program includes several interpretive stops and an hour off-bus experience.

Begin with a stop to learn about the creation of the Denali Park Road with the film “Across Time and Tundra.” Next visit Savage Cabin, the original ranger’s cabin, provides a living history into how the cabin was once used and how it continues to be used today.

This afternoon, board a deluxe motor coach and depart for Fairbanks.

Upon arriving in Fairbanks, you will transfer to the Pikes Waterfront Hotel or similar, your hotel for the next two nights. Dinner is on your own.

After breakfast at the lodge, you will begin touring Fairbanks, where you will learn of its rich Gold Rush history. A stop will be made at Trail Breaker Kennels to meet the canine athletes that run some of the biggest dog sled races in the world. Located along the Chena River in Fairbanks, Alaska, Trail Breaker Kennel was established in 1980 by the husband and wife team of David Monson (Yukon Quest champion) and Susan Butcher (four-time Iditarod champion). Both were avid mushers and longed to fulfill their dream of mushing full-time and raising a family. In 1993, David and Susan decided to share their love of sled dogs with the public.

Trail Breaker Kennel is now one of the longest operating kennels in Fairbanks where visitors experience and enjoy an Alaskan mushing lifestyle. During the winter months, the Alaskan huskies train for and participate in sled dog races around Alaska. In the summer, the dogs take a break from racing and enjoy short training runs around the lake, swimming in the river, and interacting with visitors from around the world.

Following an included lunch at a restaurant in Fairbanks, you will get to spend time this afternoon at the Fountainhead Antique Auto Collection. This hidden gem rivals most collections found around the world and displays American-made antique automobiles and vintage clothing from Alaska’s post-Gold Rush era. Highlights include early steam, electric and hybrid cars, America’s first V16-powered automobile, and midget racecars. All automobiles in this collection are operational.

The remainder of the day is free for dinner on your own and other optional activities.

Following breakfast at the lodge, you will transfer to the Fairbanks International Airport for your flight home.

9:00am Depart Seward for Anchorage

10:00am Visit Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

12:00pm Arrive in Anchorage for a brief city tour

2:00pm Depart for Talkeenta

5:00pm Arrive in Talkeenta

5:30pm Opening reception at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge

PM Open for dinner on own and optional activities

Overnight at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge or similar hotel

6:00am Breakfast at the lodge

11:15am Dome Rail from Talkeetna to Denali with lunch included on board

3:45pm Arrive Denali National Park; Transfer to Hotel

PM Open for meals on own and optional activities

Overnight at Grand Denali Lodge or similar hotel

5:00am Buffet breakfast begins at the lodge

7:00am (Approximate) Depart on the Denali natural history tour

12:00pm (Approximate) Return from the Denali natural history tour

Open afternoon for optional activities

4:00pm Travel by motorcoach from Denali to Fairbanks

Overnight Pikes Waterfront or similar hotel

6:00am Buffet breakfast at the lodge

9:00am Fairbanks city tour with Visit to Trail Breaker Kennels

12:00pm Lunch at a Fairbanks restaurant

2:00pm Visit the Fountainhead Antique Auto Collection

Overnight at the Pikes Waterfront or similar hotel

AM Breakfast at the lodge

11:00am Check out of the lodge

Transfers to the Fairbanks International Airport will be arranged approximately 2 hours prior to your flight. For guests with later flights, luggage storage will be available at the lodge.

EXPECTED WEATHER

The average temperature is 55° to 65° Fahrenheit. However, summer temperatures can rise into the 70s. Weather conditions are unpredictable.

Warm clothing, rain jacket, binoculars, comfortable walking shoes, camera, chargers, hat, sunscreen

ELECTRICITY

The electric current in the United States is 110 volts. You may need to use a converter for 220-volt devices.

DOCUMENTS AND VISA REQUIREMENTS

A valid passport is required for ship embarkation.

Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge – 23601 Talkeetna Spurr Road, Talkeetna, AK 99676

Grande Denali Lodge - George Parks Hwy, AK 99755

Pikes Waterfront Hotel – 1850 Hoselton Road, Fairbanks, AK 99709

*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program

•One night at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge (standard double room)

•One night at Grande Denali Lodge (standard double room)

•Two nights at the Pikes Waterfront Hotel (standard double room)

•Visit to Trailbreaker Kennel

•Viewing of Fountainhead Antique Auto Collection

•Denali Natural History Tour

•Two lunches

•One opening reception

•Deluxe dome rail tour

•Luggage handling

Program excludes:

•Gratuities for Tour Director and motor coach driver

•Any meals or activities not specified above

•Personal expenses and hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service

While you are in the Denali area at the beginning of the tour program, your guide will present additional touring programs for sale. These tour options vary from week to week and therefore can’t be pre-purchased. However, your guide will do everything possible to help you secure space. Additional tours cannot be pre-reserved in advance through RSSC.

Price: $2,399 per guest based on double occupancy.

Enrichment Series

Daytime Enrichment

You’ll find time spent on board the ship to be just as enriching as time ashore. Relax by the pool, compete in a friendly game of trivia or bocce ball, and indulge in treats at afternoon tea.

Evening Entertainment

Spa & Fitness

Boutiques & More

• Chartreuse Attention to detail. You’ll notice it at the front of Chartreuse, where a beautifully crafted bar beckons while you wait. It’s in the art deco tile pattern on the floor and sparkling gold tile on the walls. It’s in the décor of a chic Parisian restaurant discovered during a stroll along the Seine. Savor ‘new’ flavors to Chartreuse like a tender veal rack of loin with caramelized endive, grape chutney and the earthy tones of a walnut veal jus sauce.
• Coffee Connection Enjoy complimentary coffee drinks prepared by our baristas, as well as delicious pastries, gourmet sandwiches and homemade cookies. Whether perusing international newspapers or simply taking in an always spectacular view, our café is the perfect place to relax, converse and enjoy coffee and snacks throughout the day.
• Compass Rose Our largest specialty restaurant at sea, the Compass Rose on Seven Seas Explorer® delights with a beautifully defined atmosphere that transitions from refreshing natural light during the day to a dazzling cobalt blue reflected by a glass installation overhead. Choose from a seemingly endless combination of dishes, prepared to taste, garnished with a sauce of choice and complemented with side dishes, as well as nightly specials.
• La Veranda Located on Deck 11 aft, guests take in stunning ocean views while enjoying elegant breakfast and lunch buffets in the chic indoor dining room or al fresco on the shaded, open-air deck. Breakfasts include traditional favorites, as well as a made-to-order omelet station, a variety of fresh fruits and pastries, along with daily specials, like fluffy Belgian waffles with fresh blueberry compote. For lunch guests indulge in an array of choices from a bountiful salad bar, gourmet sandwiches, hot carving stations and delicious desserts.
• Pacific Rim Maximize your sense of the exotic as you pass a large Tibetan Prayer wheel on your way into Pacific Rim, our dining masterpiece that celebrates the culinary traditions of Asia. Taking a seat beneath huge lanterns and a hand-painted mural covering the entire back wall, you'll receive a signature cocktail and the promise of an extraordinary culinary journey. Be sure to check out the ocean views through Pacific Rim’s lotus-shaped windows.
• Pool Grill The ultimate come-as-you-are spot for casual dining after you’ve been swimming or sunbathing. The Pool Grill serves up grilled-to-order burgers, grilled seafood, sandwiches, fresh salads and frozen treats like milkshakes and hand-dipped ice cream sprinkled with your favorite toppings. Come by before or after a shore excursion – there’s no need for more formal attire during our evening hours – or enjoy a snack between activities.
• Prime 7 A true classic in every sense, Prime 7 of Seven Seas Explorer® is the epitome of luxury dining. Works by Picasso and Chagall adorn the restaurant's bar lobby and leather wing-back chairs and burnished woods abound. Enjoy a cocktail at the bar before savoring a succulent filet mignon or mouthwatering côte de boeuf at your personal banquette. For dessert, perhaps a slice of 14-layer Valhrona chocolate cake with pistachio sauce.
• Sette Mari at La Veranda Each evening, La Veranda transforms into Sette Mari at La Veranda, a casual, intimate dining experience. Choose from authentic Italian specialties inspired by family recipes that span generations, or opt for something with a modern twist like a spice-crusted tuna steak with braised endive, polenta and salmoriglio. Savor it all with a perfectly paired Tuscan wine. Sette Mari at La Veranda is open for dinner only.

Come on along and listen to…The lullabies of Broadway! Our fabulous Production Cast Singers pay tribute to some of the most iconic tunes from an array of the best musicals in town, and throughout the ages! Songs you’ll know and love, and maybe you’ll discover one or two precious little gems. Let us entertain you…because after all “There’s no business, like show business!”

A concert-style review that celebrates and pays tribute to some of the greatest singers and songwriters of all time. You’ll know and sing along with hit after hit! We couldn’t possibly showcase them all, but we’ve chosen a collection of favorites from the last seven decades.

This high energy song and dance extravaganza from Broadway & West End Choreographer and Director, Peta Roby is not to be missed. Created exclusively for the Explorer by Peta and the creative team behind “Burn The Floor,” the world-renowned ballroom touring sensation. Experience the musical frenzy that rocked America and became known as The British Invasion, with hits from the likes of LuLu, The Kinks, Mamas & Papas and of course, Beatlemania.

Conceived, directed and choreographed by Tony nominated Choreographer, Patricia Wilcox, Broadway’s "Motown - The Musical”. She brings to the stage the extravagant Parisian nightlife that made the City of Lights famous…and infamous. Step into our bohemian cabaret and indulge your senses in a sophisticated collection of vignettes that showcase the distinctive French style. It’s explosive, passionate and irreverent – from stunning costumes to intense choreography to a whirling, swirling can-can that will leave you breathless.

We’ll take you on a spectacular voyage through a world of music, rhythm, and dance. This lively theatrical showcase pays tribute to just a few of the many cultures represented by our various crew members onboard. Feel the organic rhythm of Tinikling from the Philippines, and dwell in the vibrant energy of the Bollywood Musical hits of India. We’ll pay homage to the Chinese New Year and marvel at the precision of Irish dance — and the journey doesn’t end there!

Celebrate your favorite areas of interest, from nature and wildlife to architecture and the culinary arts, through classes, lectures and other unique engagements.

Executive Chef and Director of Culinary Enrichment, Kathryn Kelly, has traveled throughout the world, tasting and exploring the many different cuisines and the cultures that create them. Her experience and expertise make her a natural fit to develop the curriculum for the Culinary Arts Kitchen. Click here for a Culinary Arts Kitchens Classes.

• Atrium Often described as the crossroads of the ship, our Atrium is an inspiring testament to the grandeur of luxury ocean travel. Cascading stairwells make it a natural gathering place for guests, but convenience alone doesn’t begin to describe its magnetic appeal. On Seven Seas Explorer® a spectacular chandelier hovers like a glowing star, enhancing the natural light shining down from far above.
• Bocce Court The originators of bocce ball 7,000 years ago couldn't have imagined their simple game being played high atop a glorious ocean liner... but you’ll be able to do more than imagine while playing it onboard Seven Seas Explorer®. Bocce ball – also known as Italian lawn bowling – is played with a pallina and 8 larger balls, all of course provided.
• Card Room An inviting and tranquil oasis dedicated to the pure pleasure of playing games. Our beautifully decorated Card Room sits across from Observation Lounge, and it’s not unusual for guests to go from one fun space to the other. Gather your favorite teammates in the Card Room for a lively afternoon or evening of board games, a social game of Bridge or to participate in an ACBL Tournament on select voyages.
• Culinary Arts Kitchen No ordinary shipboard cooking class, our Culinary Arts Kitchen will make you believe you’ve stumbled into one of the world’s prestigious cooking schools. An impressive 18 individual cooking stations sit atop three long, curved rows with white quartzite countertops and stainless steel accents, a formidable array you’ll put to good use preparing a variety of exquisite dishes taught by trained culinary masters.
• Destination Services Whether you’re interested in a tour from our FREE Unlimited Shore Excursion menu or a customizable Regent Choice Shore Excursion, our staff at Destination Services is ready to help you make the most of your time in port cities. Head here for assistance with tailor-made pre-and post-cruise programs, from a simple stay in a luxurious hotel to a 3-night extension that includes private tours of coveted destinations.
• General Manager Accountability is a critical aspect of providing you with an unrivalled experience on Regent Seven Seas Cruises®. As a guest you'll always know where to find our General Manager, whose sole responsibility is making sure things are running as they should — and that includes providing you with superior customer service.
• Golf Net The glorious ocean vistas you’ll admire every day won’t necessarily have you thinking of golf course fairways, but if you find yourself wishing you could be practicing your fairway swing, head to our Golf Net. All the clubs and golf balls you need are available. Who knows? Maybe you’ll return home from your voyage with a few kinks worked out of your golf swing.
• Gourmet Explorer Tours Our optional Gourmet Explorer Tours, offered exclusively aboard Seven Seas Explorer, allows guests the unique opportunity to experience the culinary culture of the world’s most delicious destinations. They revel in the chance to shop at local markets in the company of a knowledgeable local expert and their Chef Instructor from the Culinary Arts Kitchen, as well as tour the kitchens of renown chefs and dine at award-winning restaurants.
• Infinity Pool Soak in the refreshing Infinity-Edge Plunge Pool located just outside of Serene Spa and Wellness™. Make yourself comfortable on plush, partially covered lounge chairs that surround the pool on an inviting teak-deck terrace. Take in dramatic views from wherever you are — above water, that is.
• Library Well-stocked and exceedingly comfortable, you'll immediately feel at ease within the Library’s calm setting. Browse a vast collection of volumes, from destination-specific guide books to best-selling mysteries to classics of literature, on a variety of comfortable chairs. Conveniently located across from the Card Room, our library is a welcoming, low-key treasure you just may find hard to leave.
• Paddle Tennis Court One look at our Paddle Tennis Court and you’ll know it’s a place of serious competition. All the equipment you need is nearby, the court is completely screened and the surface is immaculate. Whether you find yourself in a tense match or something more leisurely, you and your fellow players will be enjoying fresh ocean air and fantastic views from high atop your ship.
• Pool Bar When you envision an activity you’re only likely to do while on vacation, sipping a frozen drink at a pool bar onboard a glorious cruise ship is probably near the top of the list. You can tick that box at our Pool Bar, where you and new friends can enjoy leisurely conversation over cocktails and frozen drinks in a delightfully relaxed atmosphere.
• Pool Deck When the call of a glistening pool with an unforgettable vista beckons, head to our Pool Deck. Outfitted in teak accents which make it one of the most elegant at sea, the Pool Deck features a lavish pool and two whirlpools. You’ll also find an amiable and dedicated crew standing by to provide refreshing beverages and lounge chairs with plush towels.
• Putting Green While the Golf Net is meant to help you improve your fairway swing, our Putting Greens are less about self-improvement than group fun as your ship travels from one destination to another. A popular pastime is gathering friends after an afternoon cocktail and heading to the top deck of Seven Seas Explorer® for a spirited competition as twilight approaches and a delicious dinner in one of our stellar restaurants looms.
• Shuffleboard This isn't the sleepy version of shuffleboard. From high atop Seven Seas Explorer®, you'll be enchanted by ocean vistas stretching horizon to horizon as you engage in a game that dates back to 15th-century England. All equipment is well-maintained and available for use — all you have to do is bring a team, or perhaps join one in need of a player.
• Sports Deck You may visit our Sports Deck after a relaxing visit to Serene Spa & Wellness™ to jog a few laps around our track or practice your fairway golf swing. Then again, you could head up to Deck 12 after an afternoon cocktail to take on new friends in games of bocce ball or paddle tennis. Whatever you do, you’ll enjoy the freshest ocean air and vistas you’ll never forget.
• The Study In an atmosphere that's reminiscent of a personal library in an elegant, stately home, Regent Suite guests may gather in The Study to privately dine on meals from the adjacent Chartreuse and Prime 7 restaurants. Such an exclusive opportunity further establishes the Regent Suite on Seven Seas Explorer® as the pre-eminent luxury accommodation on the high seas.
• The Casino Get a taste of Monte Carlo excitement at our Casino directly across from the equally inspiring Explorer Lounge. Walk through glass doors into an elegant setting bustling with games of chance that include Blackjack, roulette, poker, and a full craps table, as well as slot machines. The Casino is open every day at sea when not restricted by territorial border limits.
• Connoisseur Club Maybe it’s the deep blue walls that give the Connoisseur Club such a gentile, old-fashioned feel. Or maybe it’s the collection of impossible comfortable leather armchairs. Whatever it is, this is a relaxing spot for you and new friends to enjoy a fine cigar and sip cognac (both are available for purchase) in classic gentleman's club environs. Smoking is permitted in the club.
• Constellation Theater A dazzling staircase mosaic creates a Gatsby-esque atmosphere as you enter our Constellation Theater, a space so grand it takes up two decks. Perfectly tiered for pleasing sightlines and furnished with plush seating, the main show lounge is an intimate venue without a bad seat in the house. Performances vary from full-scale musical revues to rousing singalongs, all backed by our incredible, five-piece Regent Signature Orchestra.
• Explorer Lounge With rich mahogany wood columns, heavy leather chairs and deep blue fabrics, the atmosphere here is conducive to intimate conversations and bonhomie. Relax to familiar tunes and special requests performed by our resident musicians from an intimate stage arched with a golden proscenium. A perfect spot to meet new friends for a pre- or post-dinner cocktail at the elegant, black marble bar.
• Meridian Lounge Situated along a lively hallway, Meridian Lounge is a natural place to gather with others for an afternoon or early evening cocktail. Elegantly appointed and comfortably furnished, it boasts an expansive bar and relaxed armchairs that beckon conversation. A popular spot to catch your breath after a dazzling Constellation Theater show, this lively spot invites you to extend your evening with virtuoso performances by resident musicians.
• Observation Lounge Walk through a black and gold-lit tunnel and be instantly captivated. This chic yet comfortable lounge features an impressive bar, dazzling geometric ceiling, ample seating and floor-to-ceiling windows that create a magical atmosphere. Musicians perform throughout the day, creating an alluring vibe that sets just the right mood as you unwind with a pre-dinner cocktail or satisfying nightcap.
• Fitness Center Serene Spa & Wellness™ fitness experts lead popular exercise classes, such as Pilates, yoga and meditation and are on hand to offer advice and demonstrate the use of fitness equipment. Equipment includes spinning bikes, dumbbells, treadmills, Technogym Strength Machines, workout mats and step benches. One-on-one training can be arranged with a fitness instructor. Guests under the age of 16 are not permitted in the Fitness Center.
• Jogging Track Whether you prefer to start your day with a brisk jog or wait until later and get in an afternoon walk, our Track is a popular destination for those who’ve developed active lifestyles back on dry land. Onboard Seven Seas Explorer® it’s an outstanding place to get your heart pumping while enjoying unforgettable ocean vistas.
• Serene Spa & Wellness Serene Spa & Wellness™ is a globally inspired, tranquil haven of health, beauty and wellness, offering restorative treatments and activities to soothe both the body and mind. Strengthen and elevate as you engage with a variety of treatments and services designed to enhance your whole being, from massages, and body wraps to facials, manicures and pedicures and exclusive treatments curated especially for Regent Seven Seas Cruises®.
• Boutiques Whether looking for something special to wear for dinner or a memento for friends and family back home, you’re bound to be tempted by the designer garments and fashionable accessories in our shops. Relax as you browse a wide range of items – upscale handbags to exclusive fragrances to fine jewelry and more – in an intimate and unhurried setting.
• Business Center If you prefer to travel without a laptop, our staffed Business Center offers desktop computers that allow you to access your emails and browse the Internet. Printer access is available for a nominal fee. Seven Seas Explorer® provides WiFi access throughout the ship, allowing you to connect to the Internet with whatever device you've brought on board.
• Reception & Concierge Our Reception Desk is the place to turn to have your every wish, whim and want fulfilled any time of day or night. Our knowledgeable, personable staff will welcome your questions and work to ensure your Seven Seas Explorer® experience is everything you want it to be. The ship's Concierge may also be contacted at the Reception Desk.

All guests must ensure that their travel documents are valid, including having enough blank passport pages required to facilitate passport stamping and visas on arrival, where applicable.

Terms & Conditions

Fares and category availability are subject to change without notice. Please contact Regent Seven Seas Cruises to confirm category availability. Itinerary and/or ports of call are subject to change at any time due to prevailing weather conditions, or any other cause, at the discretion of Regent Seven Seas Cruises.

*For pricing terms and conditions, click here . Advertised fare includes air-related government taxes, surcharges and fees. 2-for-1 All-Inclusive Fares include flights, hotel and transfers, where applicable. 2-for-1 All-Inclusive Cruise Fares include applicable credits for guests arranging their own pre- and post-cruise flights, hotels and transfers. Fares are per person, based on double occupancy and reflect all savings. Some airline-imposed personal charges, including but not limited to baggage, priority boarding, and special seating, may apply.

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All itineraries are subject to change and route lines indicated on map may not indicate ship's actual navigation. Pricing is per person based on double occupancy in U.S. Dollars (unless otherwise noted). For complete information on terms and conditions, itinerary, liability of Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Inc. (RSSC), health and travel documents, liability limits, etc., please contact your travel professional or call Regent Seven Seas Cruises at 1.844.4REGENT (1.844.473.4368) for more information. To read our full Terms & Conditions , including our Ticket Contract and Insurance Information , visit www.rssc.com/legal .

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Prices valid until August 31, 2024 but may increase on September 1, 2024 and are subject to availability.

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Witness the wonders of Alaska on this round trip from Vancouver. Start with Ketchikan where you’ll find stunning scenery, brown bears, bald eagles, salmon and charming locals. Icy Straight Point promises unspoiled nature and immersive wilderness experiences such as kayaking, ATV adventures and zip lining. Learn about the Gold Rush history in Skagway, see Icy Bay and Seward. Explore Valdez, admire the Hubbard Glacier and discover Juneau, Sitka, and Wrangell.

The excursions are provided as a sample of what may be offered on this voyage and are subject to change. We are constantly updating our shore excursion programme with immersive and authentic experiences, so please do not hesitate to review your tour programme choice closer to your sail date. We invite guests to visit my.silversea.com for the most updated information.

Silversea's oceanview suites are some of the most spacious in luxury cruising. All include the services of a butler thanks to the highest service ratio at sea and almost all have a private teak veranda so that you can breathe in the fresh sea air by merely stepping outside your door. Select your suite and Request a Quote - guests who book early are rewarded with the best fares and ability to select their desired suite.

All inclusive onboard benefits

Introducing Silver Nova - our newest vessel that joined us in summer 2023, and is a home away from home for up to 728 guests. Silver Nova’s innovative asymmetrical design introduces the world like never before, offering an immersive destination experience to our guests. With a gross tonnage of 54,700 tons, she offers a space-to-guest ratio of 75 GRT-per-passenger becoming one of the most spacious cruise ships ever built. What’s more, Silver Nova is our most environmentally friendly, and thanks to her groundbreaking technological solutions, she propels Silversea into a new era of sustainable cruising. It’s the Nova way to travel.

Silver Nova Dining Options : 10 Restaurants

S.A.L.T. Chef's Table

S.A.L.T. Kitchen

La Terrazza

Silver Note

The Marquee

Spaccanapoli

Public areas.

The Pool Deck

The Dusk Bar

S.A.L.T. Bar

S.A.L.T. Lab

The Shelter

Panorama Lounge

Connoisseur’s Corner

Observation Lounge

The Venetian Lounge

Fitness Centre

Pre & post cruise extensions and hotels.

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