Small Ship Cruises in North America

from $11,189

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Voyage to Alaska, British Columbia and Haida Gwaii

Sitka to Vancouver - 15 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Lion

• Visit Haida Gwaii
• Cruise Glacier Bay cliffs
• Experience Petersburg by bike
• Visit U’Mista Cultural Center

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Sitka / Vancouver, BC

Activities

Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Fishing

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Experience a 15-day Alaska, British Columbia, and Haida Gwaii expedition aboard the National Geographic Sea Lion. Explore Glacier Bay, kayak fjords, and gain rare access to Haida Gwaii to discover ancient villages, meet artists, and witness vibrant Indigenous traditions, plus unforgettable wildlife and scenic wonders from Sitka to Vancouver.

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from $5,700

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Kids in Nature: Glacier Bay Adventure Cruise

Roundtrip Juneau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Discoverer

• Explore Glacier Bay
• Spot Humpback Whales
• Hike Chichagof Island
• Cruise Tracy Arm

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Juneau / Juneau

Activities

Hiking, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Variable

Take an 8-day Alaska cruise round-trip from Juneau aboard Wilderness Discoverer. Explore Glacier Bay National Park, Icy Strait, and Tracy Arm Fjord. Go kayaking, hiking, and wildlife watching with experienced guides. Spot whales, bears, and sea lions in their natural habitats across Alaska’s stunning coastal landscapes and remote waterways.

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from $4,202

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Alaska Escape: Haines, the Inian Islands and Tracy Arm Fjord

Sitka - Juneau - 6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Lion

• Journey by kayak into dramatic bays
• Raft the Chilkat River with guides
• See Haines by raft, bike, or foot
• View glaciers and icebergs

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Sitka / Juneau

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Variable

Board the National Geographic Sea Lion on this 6-day Wild Alaska Escape cruise exploring the coasts and forests of Alaska. Visit ports such as Sitka, Juneau, and Haines, and wild islands of the inside passage.

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from $5,800

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Adult Escape: Glacier Bay Adventure Cruise with 2 Days in Glacier Bay

Juneau Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Discoverer

• Explore Glacier Bay
• Spot Humpback Whales
• Hike Chichagof Island
• Cruise Tracy Arm

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Juneau / Juneau

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Variable

Take an 8-day round-trip cruise from Juneau aboard Wilderness Discoverer to explore Alaska’s wilderness. Visit Glacier Bay National Park, Tracy Arm Fjord, and Frederick Sound. Observe whales, bears, and sea lions in their natural habitats. Enjoy kayaking, hiking, and skiff excursions led by experienced naturalists throughout the journey.

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from $3,675

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Columbia and Snake Rivers: Food, Wine, and History

Portland - Clarkston - 6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Lion

• Sail under Portland’s iconic bridge
• See majestic Multnomah Falls
• Taste wine in charming Walla Walla
• Visit historic Whitman Mission site

Starts / Ends

Portland / Clarkston

Activities

Wine Tasting

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Experience a 6-day cruise on the Columbia and Snake rivers aboard the National Geographic Sea Lion, and savor exquisite local cuisine and wines curated by Food & Wine's Ray Isle. Explore stunning landscapes through guided hikes and kayaking while learning about the region's rich history and geology from expert naturalists.

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from $6,600

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Inside Passage and Gulf of Alaska Coastal Cruise

Vancouver to Seward - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Moon

• Witness Vancouver’s 360-degree view
• Sail Alaska’s Inside Passage
• Discover Ketchikan’s totem poles
• Visit Juneau’s Mendenhall Glacier
• Gold-rush history in Skagway town

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Vancouver, BC / Seward

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Join the Silver Moon for an 8-day Alaska cruise from Vancouver to Seward, exploring Vancouver, cruising the Inside Passage, spotting wildlife in Ketchikan, and enjoying glaciers and scenery in Juneau. Experience unforgettable nature, culture, and adventure throughout the journey.

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from $9,595

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Newfoundland Circumnavigation

St. John's, NL Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Explore vibrant St. John’s
• Visit French Saint-Pierre
• Hike Gros Morne’s Tablelands
• Step into Viking history

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St. John's / St. John's

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Sail on a 12-day Newfoundland Circumnavigation cruise through Newfoundland and Labrador aboard the Ocean Nova, where history, culture, and nature come together. Explore Miawpukek’s Indigenous heritage, the charming fishing village of Francois, and the geological wonders of Gros Morne National Park.

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from $7,027

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Alaska's Inside Passage

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture

• Explore Sitka’s heritage
• Visit Petersburg’s fishing town
• Observe Inian Islands wildlife
• Experience Glacier Bay’s fjords

Starts / Ends

Sitka / Juneau

Activities

Biking

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Variable

Experience Alaska on an 8-day cruise from Sitka to Juneau aboard the National Geographic Venture, exploring fjords, glaciers, and marine wildlife. Immerse yourself in Glacier Bay National Park while learning about whale behavior from expert guides.

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from $7,240

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Alaska's Inside Passage

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

• Explore Sitka’s rich heritage
• Kayak Southeast Alaska fjords
• Spot orcas and humpback whales
• Cruise Tracy Arm’s icy waters
• Visit charming Petersburg town

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Sitka / Juneau

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

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Variable

Join an 8-day National Geographic Quest from Sitka to Juneau, where you explore stunning fjords, towering glaciers, and wildlife-filled waters. With expert guides, hike through forests, kayak past icebergs, visit historic Petersburg, and see whales, sea lions, and bald eagles up close.

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from $6,900

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Hawaiian Seascapes

Kona to Molokai - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Explorer

• Enjoy a paʻina and jam session
• Take part in exploration activities
• Visit the Puu Waawaa Sanctuary
• Snorkel among coral gardens
• Explore the island history

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Kailua Kona / Molokai

Activities

Snorkeling

Activity Level

Variable

Board the boutique yacht Safari Explorer for an 8-day cruise of the Hawaiian paradise between four islands - Moloka'i, Lana'i, Maui, and Hawaii. Snorkel, paddle board, kayak, explore by skiff, or hike at Lana'i Island, then visit the Humpback Marine Sanctuary and search for dolphins & whales along the way.

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from $7,600

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Ice of the Inside Passage

Sitka to Ketchikan - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Baranof Dream

• Paddle serene Icy Strait
• Explore Glacier Bay fjords
• Witness dramatic Margerie Glacier
• Tour Juneau cultural sites

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Sitka / Ketchikan

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Embark on a 9-day Alaska expedition aboard Baranof Dream from Sitka to Ketchikan. Visit Glacier Bay, Icy Strait, Juneau, Tracy Arm, Frederick Sound, LeConte, and Kasaan. Witness humpback whales, glaciers, wildlife, and Alaska Native heritage while kayaking, exploring fjords, and enjoying expert-led presentations along the way.

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from $5,700

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Last Frontier Adventure

Sitka to Juneau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Chichagof Dream

• Explore Glacier Bay National Park
• See marine life in Frederick Sound
• Participate on hiking in Sitka
• Kayak along the Waterfall Coast

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Sitka / Juneau

Activity Level

Variable

Chichagof Dream's 8-day Last Frontier Adventure offers more time in the woods and a higher level of adventure. On this journey, visit Baranof Island, Endicott Arm Fjord, and Glacier Bay National Park.  

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from $5,500

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North to True Alaska Expedition

Sitka to Juneau - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Alaskan Dream

• Visit Glacier Bay
• Explore Baranof Island
• Stroll the town of Skagway
• Cruise Chatham Strait & Lynn Canal

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Sitka / Juneau

Activity Level

Variable

Experience Alaska’s famous wildlife, pristine wilderness bays and rainforest, kayak and skiff adventures, stunning Glacier Bay National Park, and three of the Inside Passage’s most historical and charming towns—Sitka, Skagway, and Juneau—on this 6-day cruise aboard Alaskan Dream.

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from $4,800

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North to True Alaska Expedition

Sitka - Juneau - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Admiralty Dream

• Totem Poles in Sitka
• Kayaking Chatham Icy Straits
• Glacier Bay Wildlife Viewing
• Historic Streets of Skagway

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Sitka / Juneau

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Variable

Experience Alaska aboard Admiralty Dream on a 6-day voyage from Sitka to Juneau. Explore Sitka’s historic sites, kayak in Chatham and Icy Straits, witness Glacier Bay’s glaciers and wildlife, paddle in Lynn Canal, stroll Skagway’s gold rush streets, and discover Juneau’s culture and glaciers. Every day offers unmatched adventure.

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from $4,200

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North to True Alaska Expedition

Sitka to Juneau - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Chichagof Dream

• Cruise Chatham Strait & Lynn Canal
• Stroll the town of Skagway
• Visit Glacier Bay
• Explore Alaska's coastal wilderness

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Sitka / Juneau

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Variable

Embark on a 9-day Alaska adventure aboard Chichagof Dream from Sitka to Juneau. Explore Sitka’s cultural landmarks, voyage through Chatham Strait, and enter Icy Strait for wildlife viewing. Discover Glacier Bay’s glaciers, visit Lynn Canal’s secluded coves, and stroll historic Skagway before concluding in Alaska’s scenic capital city.

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from $6,995

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Sable Island: Wild Horses and Outpost Legacy

St. John's, NL Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Discover Sable Island Wildlife
• Encounter Wild Horses
• Visit Saint-Pierre, France
• Explore Historic St. John’s

Starts / Ends

St. John's / St. John's

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Embark from St. John’s, Newfoundland, an 8-day Ocean Nova expedition exploring the wild beauty of Sable Island and the charm of Saint-Pierre. Experience legendary history, French culture, and Atlantic wildlife—from seals and horses to seabirds. Expert guides, Zodiac landings, and comfortable ship amenities enhance each moment at sea.

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from $11,733

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A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii

Northbound - 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

Activity Level

Variable

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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from $3,499

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New Orleans & Southern Charms

Roundtrip New Orleans - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Mississippi

• Enjoy Cajun and Creole cuisine
• Indulge in New Orleans' music
• Learn the history of Vicksburg
• See the historic homes of Natchez

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New Orleans / New Orleans

Activities

Urban Exploration, Festival Visits, Cooking Classes

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Variable

Explore the highlights of the Mississippi River on this 8-day cruise roundtrip from New Orleans aboard Viking Mississippi. Discover port cities such as St. Francisville, Darrow, Baton Rouge, Natchez, and Vicksburg to experience the diverse culture and rich history of the lower Mississippi region.

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