Top United States Trips & Tours in August 2026

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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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Kayaking, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching

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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 $8,601

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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

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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 $8,781

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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

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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 $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 $14,000

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Remote Alaska Adventure

5 Day Itinerary

• Adventure on flight-safari tours
• Stay in comfortable cabins
• Spot a variety of wildlife
• Adventure on foot, by kayak, or ski

Activities

Skiing, Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience a 5-day luxury Alaska lodge adventure and backcountry flight safaris at Ultima Thule Lodge. View the landscape and wildlife from a bush plane flying you into the wilds of Wrangell - St. Elias National Park. Each evening retreat to your own comfortable private cabin overlooking the Chitina River to get a true backcountry taste of Alaska.

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from $5,499

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Heartland of America

Missouri to Minnesota - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Mississippi

• Walk Mark Twain’s Hannibal
• Explore John Deere innovations
• Explore historic Burlington charm
• Explore ancient mound builders

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St. Louis / St. Paul

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Variable

Discover America’s heartland on an 8-day Viking Mississippi cruise from Alton to Red Wing, exploring St. Louis, Hannibal, Burlington, the Quad Cities, Dubuque, and La Crosse. From Mark Twain’s hometown to the Mississippi River Museum, each stop offers a direct look into the nation’s past.

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from $6,900

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Northern Passages with Glacier Bay & Sitka

Juneau to Sitka - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Endeavour

• Attend Park Ranger presentations
• Hike at Glacier Bay National Park
• Spot bears, otters, and whales
• See Krestof and Nakwasina Sounds
• Observe puffins and sea lions

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Juneau / Sitka

Activities

Snorkeling

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Variable

Set sail aboard the SafarI Endeavour from Juneau to Sitka, Alaska, on an 8-day voyage to the Glacier Bay National Park, Chichagof Island, and Peril Strait. By boat, kayak, and paddleboard, you may explore this breathtaking area and its animals. Also, hike Chichagof Island's waterfall coast and Glacier Bay National Park.

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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
• Relax at the Orca Point Lodge
• View the world's tallest totem pole
• Enjoy kayak and DIB in Saginaw Bay

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Sitka / Juneau

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Variable

Experience the serenity of raw wilderness in this 8-day Alaskan Dream cruise through Southeast Alaska, visiting places like Kuiu, charming Petroglyph Beach, glacial Tracy Arm Fjord, and Glacier Bay National Park. Enjoy shallow water expedition craft excursions, kayaking, hiking, and a relaxing evening at Orca Point Lodge.

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from $7,700

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Alaska's Inside Passage Sojourn

Ketchikan - Sitka - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Baranof Dream

• Watch glaciers calve giant icebergs
• Sail past Tracy Arm glaciers
• Kayak along the Alaskan coastline
• See Wrangell’s ancient petroglyphs
• Visit Metlakatla’s Tsimshian commun

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Ketchikan / Sitka

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Variable

Sail through Alaska's Inside Passage on this 9-day Alaskan cruise on the Baranof Dream. Visit Ketchikan, Misty Fjords, Glacier Bay, and more. Encounter wildlife, visit indigenous sites, and experience the rugged beauty of the Last Frontier.

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from $7,200

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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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from $13,915

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National Parks & Legendary Rivers

Portland, OR to Jackson, WY - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Jazz

• Cruise Columbia River Gorge
• Visit Mount St. Helens
• Enjoy Richland wine tastings
• Discover Yellowstone’s geysers

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Portland / Grand Teton National Park

Activities

Local Market Visits, Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 16-day combined Columbia and Snake Rivers cruise aboard American Jazz and land tour through iconic national parks, Glacier, Yellowstone, and Grand Teton National Parks. Explore vibrant towns, hike scenic trails, visit historic landmarks, and enjoy wine tastings, nature tours, and enriching excursions.

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from $14,425

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Alaska National Parks

Fairbanks - Juneau - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution

• Explore Fairbanks’ historic core
• Discover Denali’s alpine tundra
• Tour Anchorage’s wildlife center
• Navigate Tracy Arm’s narrow fjord

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Fairbanks / Juneau

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Variable

Join a 16-day cruise on the American Constitution, starting in Denali National Park and continuing to Kenai Fjords for stunning coastal views. Fly to Juneau and cruise through Glacier Bay, exploring breathtaking landscapes and historic ports in Southeast Alaska.

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from $9,275

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Alaskan Explorer Cruise

Juneau Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution

• Watch for breaching whales
• Discover Haines’ rich history
• Visit charming Sitka
• Travel through Frederick Sound

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Juneau / Juneau

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 12-day Alaskan Explorer cruise aboard the American Constitution, taking in Alaska’s untouched landscapes. The adventure begins and ends in Juneau, with stops in Haines, Glacier Bay, Sitka, Petersburg, Wrangell, and Dawes Glacier.

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from $6,715

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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

Portland - Clarkston - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Jazz

• Astoria historic exploration
• Learn Mount St. Helens eruption
• Explore The Dalles museums
• Richland heritage tour

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Portland / Clarkston

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Variable

Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard American Jazz, navigating the Columbia & Snake Rivers. Cruise past Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens, reliving the golden age of riverboats. Explore Astoria's Victorian charm and visit Fort Clatsop. Journey through history in The Dalles, Richland, and Pendleton, culminating in the majestic landscapes of Hells Canyon.

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from $6,400

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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

Portland - Clarkston - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Song

• Explore Astoria's Victorian charm
• Step ashore in Kalama
• Discover Richland's scenic trails
• Cruise the legendary Snake River

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Portland / Clarkston

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Variable

Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard American Song, navigating the Columbia & Snake Rivers. Cruise past Mount Hood, reliving the golden age of riverboats. Explore Astoria's Victorian charm and visit Fort Clatsop. Journey through history in The Dalles, Richland, and Pendleton, culminating in the majestic landscapes of Hells Canyon.

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from $5,275

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Lower Mississippi River Cruise

Memphis - New Orleans - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Symphony

• Admire the diversity of New Orleans
• Discover the cultures of the delta
• Learn the history of Vicksburg
• Enjoy the music of Memphis

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Memphis / New Orleans

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Variable

Experience a 9-day cruise aboard American Symphony from Memphis to New Orleans, discovering historic sites, Civil War stories, and charming towns along the Mississippi River. Experience rich history, music, and southern hospitality.

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from $5,635

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Upper Mississippi River

St. Paul, MN - St. Louis, MO - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Serenade

• Tour historic Summit Avenue
• Explore Dubuque River Museum
• Experience John Deere Pavilion
• Visit Mark Twain’s boyhood home

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St. Paul / St. Louis

Activities

Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail for 9 days aboard American Serenade from St. Paul to St. Louis. Walk through historic Summit Avenue, admire La Crosse from Grandad’s Bluff, explore Dubuque’s River Museum, and discover Mark Twain’s legacy in Hannibal. Experience curated onboard programs, live music, and the beauty of the Upper Mississippi’s diverse wildlife.

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