Today I have the privilege of flying to Seattle with my good friend Renee. The flight went fast as we chatted the entire time.
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North America Cruises
From kayaking amongst the outer islands of southeast Alaska to snorkeling with sea lions in the Sea of Cortez off the coast of Mexico, a North America cruise offers a bounty of wildlife, stunning landscapes, modern history, and unforgettable nature adventures. Get to know a small area intimately on a river cruise through the wine country of the Pacific Northwest or follow in the footsteps of ancient peoples as you journey across two continents from the Kenai Peninsula of Alaska to the Kamchatka Peninsula of Russia. Whether you are looking for a fun family adventure or a romantic honeymoon getaway, a cruise of North America offers something for everyone!
Expedition Cruise Ships
Spacious, comfortable passenger vessels designed for smooth sailing with deluxe accommodations and services. These ships offer larger cabins, as well as deluxe amenities such as roomier public areas, lounges and bars, gift shops, and fitness facilities.
Island Spirit |
Ship Highlights
| $5,995*15 days | |
 | The Island Spirit carries up to 32 passengers overnight in 17 comfortable staterooms. Each room has a private bath and shower, as well as a minimum of one ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northbound Extended Expedition | 15 | May | Alaska: Endicott Arm, Ford\'s Terror, Ketchikan, Petersburg, Sitka North America: Pacific Northwest, San Juan Islands |  |
Sea Bird & Sea Lion |
Ship Highlights
| $4,250*8-12 days | |
 | These vessels can reach places inaccessible to larger ships due to their small size, yet they comfortably accommodates 62 guests in 31 outside cabins. Cruise ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Journeys in the Sea of Cortez | 8 | Dec | North America: Mexico | |
| Alaska, British Columbia & San Juan ... | 12 | May, Sep | Alaska: Glacier Bay National Park, Inside Passage, Juneau, Misty Fjords National Monument, Sitka North America: Pacific Northwest, San Juan Islands | |
| Baja California: Among the Great Whales | 8 | Feb, Mar | North America: Mexico | |
Wilderness Adventurer |
Ship Highlights
| $3,295*15 days | |
 | The small ship, Wilderness Adventurer, is an expedition ship capable of nimble exploration through nature’s most dramatic hideaways. The shallow draft and hull ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilderness Discoverer - Northbound | 15 | Apr | Alaska: El Capitan, Endicott Arm, Ford\'s Terror, Frederick Sound, Inside Passage, Juneau, Ketchikan, Patterson Bay North America: Canada, Pacific Northwest, San Juan Islands | |
| Wilderness Discoverer - Southbound | 15 | Sep | Alaska: Baird Glacier, Frederick Sound, Inside Passage, Juneau, Ketchikan, Misty Fjords National Monument, Tongass National Forest, Wrangell Narrows North America: Canada, Pacific Northwest, San Juan Islands | |
Wilderness Discoverer |
Ship Highlights
| $3,295*15 days | |
 | The small ship, Wilderness Discoverer, is an expedition ship capable of nimble exploration through nature’s most dramatic hideaways. The shallow draft and hull ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilderness Discoverer - Southbound | 15 | Sep | Alaska: Baird Glacier, Frederick Sound, Inside Passage, Juneau, Ketchikan, Misty Fjords National Monument, Tongass National Forest, Wrangell Narrows North America: Canada, Pacific Northwest, San Juan Islands | |
Wilderness Explorer |
Ship Highlights
| $4,695*15 days | |
 | The newly renovated 76-guest Wilderness Explorer is equipped for action, adventure, and exploration. As with her sister “Wilderness” ships, its interior ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilderness Discoverer - Northbound | 15 | May | Alaska: El Capitan, Endicott Arm, Ford\'s Terror, Frederick Sound, Inside Passage, Juneau, Ketchikan, Misty Fjords National Monument, Patterson Bay, Tongass National Forest North America: Canada, Pacific Northwest, San Juan Islands | |
| Wilderness Discoverer - Southbound | 15 | Aug | Alaska: Baird Glacier, Frederick Sound, Inside Passage, Juneau, Ketchikan, Misty Fjords National Monument, Tongass National Forest, Wrangell Narrows North America: Canada, Pacific Northwest, San Juan Islands | |
| Alaska Inside Passage: Ultimate Coves & ... | 15 | May, Jun, Jul, Aug | Alaska: El Capitan, Endicott Arm, Ford\'s Terror, Frederick Sound, Glacier Bay National Park, Inside Passage, Juneau, Ketchikan, Patterson Bay, Sitka, Tongass National Forest North America | |
Yorktown |
Ship Highlights
| $3,995*8-14 days | |
 | The Yorktown is the perfect vessel for relaxed and convivial exploration of America’s great coastal waterways. Built in Florida in 1988 specifically for ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voyage to the Great Lakes | 8 | Jun, Jul, Aug | North America: Canada, Northeast US | |
| Historic Towns & Sites of Chesapeake Bay | 8 | Oct | North America: Northeast US | |
| Fall Foliage Voyage | 8 | Sep, Oct | North America: Northeast US | |
| North Americas Enchanting Seaway | 8 | Aug, Sep | North America: Canada, Northeast US | |
| From the St. Lawrence Seaway to Chicago | 12 | Jun | North America: Canada, Northeast US | |
| New Orleans and the Gulf | 8 | Nov, Dec | North America: Antebellum South, Atlantic Coast | |
| St Lawrence River to Coastal Maine | 14 | Sep | North America: Canada, Northeast US | |
| Springtime Voyage from New England to ... | 13 | May | North America: Canada, Northeast US | |
| Great Lakes Grand Discovery | 11 | Aug | North America: Canada, Northeast US | |
Luxury Expedition Ships
These expedition cruise ships offer luxury 5-star amenities and services. Whether you're gliding along the rivers of West Africa or plunging through the icy waters of Antarctica, you'll enjoy the detailed touches onboard that make these luxury vessels. These vessels allow travelers the opportunity to take advantage of the adventurous land excursions and up-close wildlife viewing that is best experienced on a small expedition ship without sacrificing the creature comforts traditionally found on much larger cruise ships.
Le Boreal (CDP) |
Ship Highlights
| $4,158*11-12 days | |
 | A superb mega-yacht with 132 cabins, the Le Boreal is the fruit of the expertise of the Italian and sophistication of the French. Le Boréal remains faithful to ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iqaluit, Canada to Boston | 12 | Sep | Arctic: Canada North America: Canada, Northeast US | |
| Boston to Montreal | 11 | Sep | North America: Canada, Northeast US | |
Safari Endeavour |
Ship Highlights
| $2,995*8-15 days | |
 | The ambience aboard this newly refurbished 86-guest yacht-style ship is casual elegance with a full menu of upscale amenities. Its new design is exquisitely ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discoverers' Glacier Country | 8 | Jun, Jul, Aug | Alaska: Endicott Arm, Ford\'s Terror, Frederick Sound, Glacier Bay National Park, Juneau North America | |
| Baja's Bounty | 8 | Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec | North America: Mexico | |
| Famed Inside Passage - Spring | 15 | May | Alaska: Glacier Bay National Park, Inside Passage, Juneau, Ketchikan North America: Canada, Pacific Northwest, San Juan Islands | |
| Famed Inside Passage - Fall | 15 | Sep | Alaska: Glacier Bay National Park, Inside Passage, Juneau, Ketchikan, Wrangell Narrows North America: Canada, Pacific Northwest, San Juan Islands | |
Safari Explorer |
Ship Highlights
| $4,995*8-15 days | |
 | The Safari Explorer is exquisitely appointed with new design features such as an intimate Wine Library and spa area including a large hot tub, sauna, fitness ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discoverers' Glacier Country | 8 | Jun, Jul, Aug | Alaska: Endicott Arm, Ford\'s Terror, Frederick Sound, Glacier Bay National Park, Juneau North America | |
| Famed Inside Passage - Fall | 15 | Sep | Alaska: Glacier Bay National Park, Inside Passage, Juneau, Ketchikan, Wrangell Narrows North America: Canada, Pacific Northwest, San Juan Islands | |
| Hawaiian Seascapes - Hawaii to Maui | 8 | Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec | North America: Hawaii South Pacific: Hawaii, Maui, Molokai, Oahu, The Big Island | |
| Hawaiian Seascapes - Maui to Hawaii | 8 | Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec | North America: Hawaii South Pacific: Hawaii, Maui, Molokai, Oahu, The Big Island | |
Safari Quest |
Ship Highlights
| $3,995*8-15 days | |
 | While Safari Quest provides guests with an intimate experience, the comfortable staterooms and public spaces provide ample room to get away from it all. Enjoy ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discoverers' Glacier Country | 8 | May, Jun, Jul, Aug | Alaska: Endicott Arm, Ford\'s Terror, Frederick Sound, Glacier Bay National Park, Juneau North America | |
| Aquarium of the World | 8 | Feb, Mar, Apr | North America: Mexico | |
| Famed Inside Passage - Spring | 15 | May | Alaska: Glacier Bay National Park, Inside Passage, Juneau, Ketchikan North America: Canada, Pacific Northwest, San Juan Islands | |
| Famed Inside Passage - Fall | 15 | Aug | Alaska: Glacier Bay National Park, Inside Passage, Juneau, Ketchikan, Wrangell Narrows North America: Canada, Pacific Northwest, San Juan Islands | |
| Pacific Northwest Passage | 8 | Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov | North America: Canada, Pacific Northwest, San Juan Islands | |
Safari Spirit |
Ship Highlights
| $5,995*8-15 days | |
 | The Safari Spirit features warm, rich cherry woods which add elegance to the casual atmosphere onboard. She provides a welcome sense of luxury without ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discoverers' Glacier Country | 8 | May, Jun, Jul, Aug | Alaska: Endicott Arm, Ford\'s Terror, Frederick Sound, Glacier Bay National Park, Juneau North America | |
| Famed Inside Passage - Spring | 15 | Apr | Alaska: Glacier Bay National Park, Inside Passage, Juneau, Ketchikan North America: Canada, Pacific Northwest, San Juan Islands | |
| Famed Inside Passage - Fall | 15 | Sep | Alaska: Glacier Bay National Park, Inside Passage, Juneau, Ketchikan, Wrangell Narrows North America: Canada, Pacific Northwest, San Juan Islands | |
| Rivers of the West - Westbound | 8 | Sep, Oct | North America: Pacific Northwest | |
| Rivers of the West - Eastbound | 8 | Oct | North America: Pacific Northwest | |
| Rivers, Wine & Culinary Cruise - ... | 8 | Oct, Nov | North America: Pacific Northwest | |
| Rivers, Wine & Culinary Cruise - ... | 8 | Oct, Nov | North America: Pacific Northwest | |
