7-Day Voyage of the Glaciers
Jul 22 - 29, 2026
Northbound Alaska Adventure
š¢ Island Princess | Princess Cruises
š July 22ā29, 2026
š Vancouver to Anchorage (Whittier)
Join us for theĀ adventure of a lifetimeĀ aboard Princess Cruises' magnificent Island Princess! Experience Alaska's most spectacular glaciers, wildlife, and wilderness on this exclusive 7-day northbound journey through some of the world's most breathtaking scenery. This isn't just a cruiseāit's your gateway to theĀ Last Frontier, where towering glaciers meet pristine waters and wildlife roam freely in their natural habitat. Discover the cultural richness of Alaska's historic ports alongside the awe-inspiring majesty of UNESCO World Heritage glaciersāevery moment promises to be unforgettable!
Itinerary
Wed, Jul 22: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Fri, Jul 24: Ketchikan, Alaska, United States
Sat, Jul 25: Juneau, Alaska, United States
Sun, Jul 26: Skagway, Alaska, United States
Mon, Jul 27: Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska, United States
Tue, Jul 28: College Fjord, Alaska, United States
Wed, Jul 29: Whittier, United States
Full Itinerary
š Ketchikan, Alaska - "Salmon Capital of the World"
Immerse yourself in Alaska's rich Native heritage in this vibrant fishing town nestled along the Tongass Narrows. Discover the world's largest collection of standing totem poles, explore Creek Street's historic boardwalk built on stilts over the water, and witness the incredible salmon runs that have sustained this community for generations.
Don't miss the chance to see master carvers at work or take a floatplane adventure over the lush Tongass National ForestāAmerica's largest temperate rainforest!
šļø Juneau, Alaska - Capital of Adventure
Alaska's stunning capital city is accessible only by sea or air, making your arrival truly special! Stand in awe before the magnificent Mendenhall Glacier, just 13 miles from downtown, or take a helicopter tour for an unforgettable glacier landing experience.
Juneau offers incredible wildlife viewing opportunitiesāfrom whale watching in the Inside Passage to searching for black bears in their natural habitat. Ride the Mount Roberts Tramway for panoramic views, explore the historic downtown, or try your hand at gold panning where fortunes were once made!
š Skagway, Alaska - Gateway to Gold Rush History
Step back into the thrilling days of the 1898 Klondike Gold Rush in this perfectly preserved frontier town! Walk the wooden boardwalks where thousands of prospectors once dreamed of striking it rich, then embark on the legendary White Pass & Yukon Route Railroadāone of the world's most scenic train journeys.
This engineering marvel winds through spectacular mountain passes, across sky-high trestles, and past cascading waterfalls, following the same treacherous trail that gold seekers carved through the wilderness over 125 years ago!