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Near Haines, Alaska
from $9,065
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Alaska's Inside Passage and Tracy Arm

Sitka to Vancouver - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Learn Sitka cultural heritage
  • Search for Inian Islands wildlife
  • Explore Southeast Alaska fjords
  • Explore Prince Rupert museums
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Sitka / Vancouver, BC
Activities
Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark and explore through Alaska’s Inside Passage on an 8-day cruise aboard Greg Mortimer, from Sitka to Vancouver. Navigate fjords, islands, and wild coastlines by expedition ship and Zodiac. Kayak near glaciers, spot whales and sea lions, and explore Tlingit and First Nations heritage in remote communities.
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Explore beautiful Alaska
from $9,065
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Alaska’s Inside Passage and Hubbard Glacier

Vancouver to Sitka - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Discover Misty Fjords by Zodiac
  • Wrangell Narrows navigation
  • Explore Southeast Alaska islands
  • Paddle along Chichagof Island
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Vancouver, BC / Sitka
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Whale Watching, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Greg Mortimer, from Vancouver to Sitka through Alaska’s Inside Passage. Navigate fjords, glaciers, and remote islands by Zodiac and kayak. Spot whales, bears, and eagles, explore Misty Fjords, Wrangell Narrows, and Chichagof Island, and discover rich ecosystems and pristine wilderness unique to this route.
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Exploring Alaska by small ship
from $6,500
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Alaska's Glacier Bay & Island Adventure

Sitka to Juneau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Alaskan Dream
  • Visit the renowned Tracy Arm Fjord
  • Enjoy kayak and DIB in Saginaw Bay
  • View the world's tallest totem pole
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Sitka / Juneau
Activity Level
Variable
Cruise Southeast Alaska from Sitka to Juneau with daily opportunities for wildlife viewing, glacier exploration, kayaking, and guided hikes. Visit remote communities including Kake, Petersburg, and Pelican, explore Tracy Arm and Glacier Bay National Park, and travel through Frederick Sound aboard Alaskan Dream.
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Kayaking in Alaska.
from $6,800
$500 Off
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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
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Juneau
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
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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Calm waters disturbed only by the flick of a whale's tail
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
Activity Level
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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View of Mendenhall glacier on an Alaska cruise
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
Activity Level
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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Sunrise at Crown Point, Columbia River Gorge, Oregon
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
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Portland / Clarkston
Activities
Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Variable
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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Mendenhall Glacier
from $8,600
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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
Activities
Fishing
Activity Level
Variable
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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Beautiful Glacier Bay, Alaska
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
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Sitka / Juneau
Activities
Biking
Activity Level
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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Halawa Bay on Molokai
from $6,900
$500 Off
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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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Get up close to amazing glaciers in Alaska
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
Activity Level
Variable
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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Bald eagles resting
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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Marvel at the striking icebergs
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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Downtown Juneau, Alaska
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
Activity Level
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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Kayak alongside glaciers on your Alaskan cruise
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
Activity Level
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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Exploring Greenland
from $11,995
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Ellesmere Island and North Greenland: Journey to the Top of the World

Qausuittuq Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • See Tallurutiup Imanga’s wildlife
  • Explore Devon Island
  • Experience Qaanaaq traditions
  • Cross Lancaster Sound
Starts / Ends
Resolute / Resolute
Activity Level
Variable
Begin a 13-day Arctic journey from Qausuittuq aboard Ocean Nova, traveling through Lancaster Sound, Devon Island, Qaanaaq, Kane Basin, Tartupaluk, Smith Sound, and Beechey Island. Encounter wildlife, local communities, archaeological sites, and remote northern landscapes while gaining insight into culture, history, and environmental change.
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Sable Island
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
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St. John's / St. John's
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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Beautiful Glacier Bay, Alaska
from $4,800
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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
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Sitka / Juneau
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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