Pacific Northwest Small Ship Cruises

Discover the powerful wilderness and warm charm of the Pacific Northwest over a wide-ranging week in the San Juan Islands and British Columbia on an 8-day expedition cruise aboard National Geographic Venture. Explore remote islands and sail through channels that teem with sea life and visit charming towns and First Nations heritage sites.

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.

Sail on the National Geographic Sea Bird for 8 days along the Columbia and Snake Rivers, exploring by Zodiac and kayak on the Palouse River and hiking at sites like Multnomah Falls and Beacon Rock. Visit Astoria, the Columbia River Gorge, Walla Walla, and Hells Canyon while learning about the region’s history, geology, and culture.

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.

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.

Embark on a 9-day Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands cruise aboard American Constellation. Experience whale watching, national parks, maritime museums, and charming coastal towns while enjoying guided excursions and cultural discoveries along the Pacific Northwest coastline.

Embark on a 9-day Puget Sound and San Juan Islands aboard American Constitution through Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands. Discover Tacoma’s museums, Anacortes’ harbor, Friday Harbor’s orcas, Victoria’s gardens, Port Angeles’ Olympic scenery, Port Townsend’s history, and Poulsbo’s Norwegian charm.

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.

Embark on a 15-day cruise through Alaska and British Columbia aboard Greg Mortimer. Sail the Inside Passage, explore fjords and islands by Zodiac and kayak, encounter whales and bears, and reach glaciers and remote wilderness.

Sail on a 14-day cruise from Juneau to Seattle aboard National Geographic Quest. Cruise Tracy Arm, Glacier Bay National Park, and Misty Fjords. Kayak remote coves, hike forested islands, search for whales and bears, and visit Alert Bay and Victoria for cultural insight.

Thirteen days take you through the Inside Passages and Glacier Bay National Park, encountering remote wilderness, Native culture, and history. Set sail onboard Safari Explorer searching for the mighty humpback whale, orcas, harbor seals, and Steller's sea lions. Celebrate with a toast to nature's handiwork.

Cruise Alaska’s and Canada’s Inside Passages and visit Glacier Bay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site during this 13-day adventure aboard Safari Quest. Explore Ketchikan, Thomas Bay, and Chichagof Island.