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Three Killer Whales swimming side by side.
from $11,189
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A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii - Northbound

Vancouver - Sitka - 15 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Bird
  • Sail into deep fjords & channels
  • Encounter & observe varied wildlife
  • Visit Haida Gwaii
  • Kayak in Misty Fjord's backwaters
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Vancouver, BC / Ford's Terror
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On this 15-day cruise aboard the Sea Bird, explore Alaska's Inside Passage, coastal British Columbia, and Haida Gwaii on this small ship adventure cruise. You'll visit Glacier Bay National Park, Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, Misty Fjords, and Tracy Arm, where you can see the pristine wilderness of this region and search for fascinating wildlife.
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Traveler on a glacier tour of Alaska.
from $6,600
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Alaska’s Prince William Sound Explorer with Cordova

Seward Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Explorer
  • Discover dozens of glaciers
  • Visit Cordova
  • Explore narrowing waterways
  • Enjoy different activities
Starts / Ends
Seward / Seward
Activity Level
Variable
Join an 8-day Alaska’s Prince William Sound Explorer with Cordova cruise aboard Safari Explorer. Experience sailing Prince William Sound and different activities like kayaking and hiking; you will also get the chance to enjoy the glaciers.
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A bear catches a fish as it swims upstream
from $5,961
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Voyage to Great Bear Rainforest: Native Culture & Wildlife in the Land of the Spirit Bear

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • Kayak across Great Bear
  • Look our for Kermode bears
  • Swim at hot spring pools
  • Experience unique landscapes
Starts / Ends
Ketchikan / Ketchikan
Activities
Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
This 8-day roundtrip Alaska cruise from Ketchican aboard National Geographic Venture takes you to Prince Rupert, Great Bear Rainforest and Union Passage as you enjoy an active itinerary featuring ample opportunities to hike, kayak, and explore a northern rainforest brimming with wildlife.
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Explore beautiful Alaska
from $6,600
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Alaska's Coastal Treasures

14 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Explorer
  • Explore Driftwood Bay’s wild coast
  • Wander Kayak Island’s rugged shore
  • Experience Icy Bay’s glacier views
  • Step onto historic George Island
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Seward / Juneau
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Set sail on a 14-day cruise from Seward to Juneau aboard the Safari Explorer, navigating remote waters and hidden bays rarely seen by others. This expedition follows the path of history's boldest explorers, embracing Alaska's wild, untamed spirit.
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Moose found on an Alaska wildlife tour
from $3,800
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Glacier Bay National Park Adventure

8 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Discoverer
  • Discover Glacier Bay National Park
  • Admire Alaskan wildlife
  • Visit Grand Pacific Glacier
  • Hike down Fairweather Mountain
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Juneau
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Join the Wilderness Discoverer on this exceptional 8-day Alaskan Cruise where you'll discover Glacier Bay National Park, a 3,223,384 acre park located in Alaska's panhandle, Spend your days viewing wildlife like black and brown bears, eagles, sea otters, harbor seals, sea lions, sea birds and more as you sail from Sitka to Juneau.
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Kayaking and Zodiac Cruising in Ilulissat Icefjord, Greenland
from $50,995
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Traversing the Northwest Passage

Toronto - Anchorage - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Ilulissat’s glaciers
  • Search for Arctic wildlife
  • Discover Inuit culture
  • Visit the historic Herschel Island
Starts / Ends
Toronto / Anchorage
Activities
Adventure Options, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Sailing
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Join this 29-day expedition from Toronto to Anchorage aboard the Greg Mortimer. Navigate the Northwest Passage, explore historic sites, meet locals, and spot Arctic wildlife.
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Ilulissat Icefjord at sunset
from $44,395
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Traversing the Northwest Passage

Toronto - Anchorage - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Sisimiut's history
  • Discover Ilulissat’s Icefjord
  • Cruise the waters of Greenland
  • Visit Pond Inlet Inuit community
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Toronto / Anchorage
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Join a 29-day expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle through the Northwest Passage, inspired by Roald Amundsen's journey. Experience Arctic Canada's stunning landscapes, wildlife, and local cultures while navigating challenging pack ice.
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Kayaking
from $56,120
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Transarctic, the Quest for the two North Poles

Longyearbyen - Nome - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Set sail through the ice floe
  • Exploration of Svalbard
  • Watch the arctic wildlife
  • Experience brand new activities
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Nome
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 21-day transarctic quest for the two North Poles from Longyearbyen to Nome. Cross these ice-covered landscapes of the Arctic by sea and explore the research projects that are part of the scientific mission taking place on board.
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Get up close to amazing glaciers in Alaska
from $10,200
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Alaska Inside Passage Cruise

Juneau to Seattle - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution
  • Walk Juneau’s downtown streets
  • Walk at Petersburg’s fishing docks
  • Discover Haines
  • Cruise the Inside Passage
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Seattle
Activities
Village Visits, Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 16-day cruise aboard the American Constitution, sailing through the serene Inside Passage from Washington's Puget Sound to Alaska's southeastern panhandle. Discover historic sites, scenic wonders, and vibrant ports on guided excursions.
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Kayaking Tracy Arm Fjord in Tongass National Forest.
from $8,188
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Alaska's Inside Passage

Westbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • View unique wildlife such as orcas
  • Visit Tracy or Endicott Arm fjords
  • Explore Alaskan ecosystems
  • Hike & kayak in Icy Strait
Activities
Fishing, Biking
Activity Level
Variable
Explore massive glaciers, kayak scenic coastlines, encounter incredible and varied wildlife, and see the hidden wonders of Alaska. This exclusive 8-day sailing adventure aboard the National Geographic Quest is crafted to offer you the most in-depth experience of Alaska possible.
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Beautiful Glacier Bay, Alaska
from $6,725
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Southeast Alaska Cruise

Juneau Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution
  • Explore Juneau's downtown
  • Discover wildlife in Haines
  • See Glacier Bay National Park
  • Explore Petersburg
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Juneau
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 9-day Alaskan adventure aboard the American Constitution, cruising roundtrip from Juneau through the scenic Inside Passage. Explore unique ports, vibrant culture, and abundant wildlife, with opportunities to marvel at Glacier Bay and Tracy Arm Fjord, spot whales and eagles, and enjoy guided shore excursions led by experts.
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Breaching Orca Whale
from $3,800
EBD 10%
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Alaska Fjords & Glaciers

8 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Discoverer
  • Explore glacial landscapes
  • Watch for whales
  • Navigate Wrangell Narrows
  • Kayak along the Alaskan coast
  • Explore Misty Fjords
Activity Level
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Begin your 8-day Alaskan journey in the state's capital, Juneau. This cruise takes you through some of Alaska's most dramatic landscapes with opportunities to view a myriad of wildlife. Visit local towns along the way and learn about local cultures. End your cruise in Ketchikan, Alaska's first city!
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Beautiful Glacier Bay, Alaska
from $4,195
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North to True Alaska Expedition

Sitka - Juneau - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Baranof Dream
  • Visit Glacier Bay
  • Explore Baranof Island
  • Stroll the town of Skagway
  • Cruise Chatham Strait & Lynn Canal
Starts / Ends
Sitka / Juneau
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 6-day adventure aboard the Baranof Dream, exploring Alaska’s iconic wildlife, untouched wilderness bays, and lush rainforests. Enjoy kayaking and skiff excursions, marvel at the breathtaking Glacier Bay National Park, and visit three of the Inside Passage’s most historic and picturesque towns—Sitka, Skagway, and Juneau.
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