7-Day Alaska from Vancouver to Whittier: Hubbard Glacier & Skagway Cruise

Day 1 - Vancouver

Arrive: Mon 07 September 2026 / Depart: Mon 07 September 2026 at 16:00

Positioned between the snow-dusted North Shore Mountains and the rich, blue waters of the Pacific Ocean, Vancouver blends big-city sophistication with small-town charm. Don't miss Queen Elizabeth Park - a 130-acre civic arboretum accented with sculptures by modern artist Henry Moore.

Day 2 - Cruise Inside Passage

Day 3 - Ketchikan

Arrive: Wed 09 September 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 09 September 2026 at 17:00

Its Tlingit Indian name, Kach Khanna, means "spread wings of the eagle." Chances are you'll see one of these magnificent birds perched atop a Sitka tree. Thanks to its abundant rainfall, Ketchikan is surrounded by some of the world's most lush wilderness.

Day 4 - Juneau

Arrive: Thu 10 September 2026 at 09:30 / Depart: Thu 10 September 2026 at 20:00

Juneau has been called “Alaska's peak experience,” certainly due in part to its unparalleled glacier viewing from such places as Tracy Arm Fjord, the Juneau Icefields and Glacier Bay National Park. Kayak up one of the area's many protected waterways, go flightseeing, tour historic downtown or try your hand at panning for gold. The majestic Mendenhall Glacier lies nearly 12 miles outside Juneau, a treck worthwhile.

Day 5 - Skagway

Arrive: Fri 11 September 2026 at 07:00 / Depart: Fri 11 September 2026 at 17:00

In a single year from 1896 to 1897, this remote town along the Inside Passage grew from a few tents to a city of 20,000 gold seekers. Today, travellers come in search of other riches - to experience yesteryear along Skagway's charming boardwalk lined with buildings that replicate those Gold Rush days.

Day 6 - Icy Strait Point, Alaska

Arrive: Sat 12 September 2026 at 17:00 / Depart: Sat 12 September 2026 at 22:00

Venture “where the north wind doesn’t blow.” Known for this famous saying, Icy Strait Point is the ideal landing spot for adventurers seeking a new experience. Breathtaking and exciting, Icy Strait Point truly takes you where the wild things are. It’s one of the few places in the world where wildlife outnumbers the human population. A trip here certainly satisfies your taste for adventure. Take a cruise from Icy Strait Point and enjoy Alaska's awe-inspiring scenery and the many excursion options that Norwegian Cruise Line has to offer.

Day 6 - Cruise Glacier Bay

Day 7 - At Sea

Day 8 - Whittier

Arrive: Mon 14 September 2026 at 07:00 / Depart: Mon 14 September 2026

Although situated only approximately 60 miles from Anchorage, Whittier feels a world away. This small, secluded town - only accessible by land via the two-mile long Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel - is nestled between soaring mountain peaks and the Passage Canal. Having been originally founded as a military facility during World War II, today, Whittier is your gateway to the famous Prince William Sound. The spectacular rugged coastlines and waterways are home to abundant wildlife, including bears, mountain goats, Dall sheep, whales, sea lions, otters and much more. Unleash your inner explorer on one of the many outdoor activities or enjoy a scenic boat tour along a portion of the sound.