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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
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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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Relax on the shores of the Great Lakes
from $8,299
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5 Great Lakes + St. Lawrence Seaway: Chicago to Montreal

Chicago to Montreal - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Sail all five Great Lakes
  • Visit car-free Mackinac Island
  • Tour the historic Soo Locks
  • Stand near thundering Niagara Falls
  • Visit Chicago's Millennium Park
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Chicago / Saint Lawrence River
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Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits
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A 13-day cruise across all five Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence Seaway, aboard Victory II. Sail from Chicago to Montreal by way of ten ports, including Mackinac Island, the Soo Locks, and Niagara Falls. A good fit for travelers drawn to North American history and lakeside cities, without the crowds of an ocean cruise.
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Explore the serene waters of Misty Fjords, Alaska, by kayak
from $7,973
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Where the Mountains Meet the Sea

Anchorage to Vancouver - 13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Roald Amundsen
  • View Prince William Sound glaciers
  • Spot wildlife in Icy Bay
  • Tour pristine Misty Fjords
  • Meet the Alert Bay community
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Anchorage / Vancouver, BC
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Village Visits, Biking, Citizen Science
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Embark on a 13-day expedition cruise aboard the MS Roald Amundsen. Discover the glaciers of Prince William Sound, the wildlife of Icy Strait, and indigenous cultures in Haines, Klawock, and Alert Bay while sailing through the breathtaking Inside Passage.
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Breaching Orca Whale
from $16,317
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Epic Alaska and British Columbia

Vancouver Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Learn First Nations history
  • Search for Icy Strait mammals
  • See Chichagof Island wildlife
  • Search for humpback and orca whales
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Vancouver, BC / Vancouver, BC
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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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.
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Historic, car-free island with lake views in Mackinac Island, Michigan
from $7,995
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Great Lakes Treasures

Milwaukee to Milwaukee - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Stroll Milwaukee RiverWalk
  • Ride Mackinac Island Carriage
  • Explore shipwrecks & cliffs
  • Discover Soo Locks History
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Milwaukee / Milwaukee
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Wine Tasting, Fishing, Scuba Diving
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Variable
Discover the treasures of the Great Lakes on a 10-day Viking cruise, from Milwaukee’s RiverWalk and Mackinac Island’s timeless charm to kayaking Killarney’s lakes and exploring the shipwrecks of Fathom Five. End in Chicago after hiking, wine tasting, and uncovering rich history, natural beauty, and culture along the way.
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Alaska native clan house and totems
from $10,200
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Alaska Inside Passage Cruise

Juneau, AK to Tacoma, WA - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation
  • Explore Juneau's District
  • Discover Haines Cultural Heritage
  • See Glacier Bay Wildlife
  • Discover Friday Harbor History
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Juneau / Friday Harbor
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Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Explore Southeast Alaska and the Pacific Northwest from Juneau to Tacoma aboard American Constellation on a 16-day cruise. Visit Haines, Glacier Bay, Petersburg, Wrangell, Ketchikan, Friday Harbor and Anacortes while learning about Alaska Native cultures, fishing, logging, maritime history, and wildlife along the Inside Passage and Puget Sound.
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Portsmouth, New Hampshire
from $9,899
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East Coast: Halifax to Jacksonville

Halifax to Jacksonville - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • See Portland Head Light
  • Discover Provincetown galleries
  • Tour Newport's grand mansions
  • See Charleston's historic landmarks
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Halifax / Jacksonville
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Variable
Embark on a 16-day East Coast cruise aboard Victory I. Explore Halifax and Peggy’s Cove before visiting Portland, Portsmouth, Provincetown, Newport, and New London. Continue south to Norfolk, Wilmington, Charleston, Savannah, Brunswick, and Jacksonville. Experience New England’s coastal heritage, Southern history, and Atlantic scenery.
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Enjoy stunning views of Niagara Falls
from $9,899
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Five Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway

Chicago to Quebec - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Cruise scenic Lake Huron
  • Explore old Montreal
  • Experience Detroit’s rich heritage
  • Witness Soo Locks engineering
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Chicago / Quebec City
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Variable
Sail from Chicago to Quebec on a 15-day cruise through the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway aboard Victory II. Visit iconic destinations like Mackinac Island, Niagara Falls, and Montreal. Explore vibrant cities, historic sites, and scenic waterways.
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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 Tacoma - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation
  • Haines eagle watching
  • Skagway historic railroad
  • Cruise Tracy Arm Fjord
  • Arrive at Tacoma waterfront
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Juneau / Friday Harbor
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Variable
Embark on a 16-day Alaska Inside Passage Cruise aboard American Constellation. Explore Juneau, Glacier Bay, Skagway, Petersburg, Wrangell, Ketchikan, Friday Harbor, and Tacoma. Observe whales, eagles, glaciers, and historic towns.
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Door Peninsula, cliffs, forests, and clear Lake Michigan waters
from $13,995
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Great Lakes Collection

Canada to Minnesota - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Cruise Niagara Falls
  • Explore Mackinac Island
  • Kayak Killarney’s turquoise waters
  • Enjoy Sleeping Giant hike views
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Toronto / Duluth
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Set sail on a 15-day voyage aboard a Viking Great Lakes cruise ship, starting in Toronto and exploring North America’s inland seas. Visit Niagara Falls, Detroit, Mackinac Island, and enjoy scenic hikes, vineyards, and optional excursions like helicopter rides on this enriching cultural voyage.
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Stunning Niagara Falls
from $7,999
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Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway

Montreal - Chicago - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Explore Cleveland cultural landmark
  • Enjoy Lake Superior sailing
  • See Mackinac Island's charm
  • Witness Upper Peninsula scenery
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Montreal / Chicago
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Variable
Explore the Great Lakes on a 13-day cruise aboard Victory I from Montreal to Chicago. Sail the St. Lawrence River and five Great Lakes, explore Toronto, Niagara Falls, Detroit, and Mackinac Island, transit the Soo Locks, and enjoy scenic lake sailing with onboard enrichment and regional tastings.
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See the mighty Niagara Falls
from $6,995
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Niagara and the Great Lakes

Toronto - Milwaukee - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Toronto Exploration
  • Explore Mackinac Island
  • Niagara Falls & Welland Canal
  • Point Pelee Birdwatching
  • Detroit’s Innovation Legacy
  • Alpena’s Maritime Adventures
  • Mackinac Island & Milwaukee’s Charm
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Lake Ontario / Milwaukee
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Variable
On this 8-day Niagara and the Great Lakes cruise from Toronto to Milwaukee aboard the Viking Great Lakes, explore nature and culture. Navigate the Welland Canal, witness Niagara Falls, and spot migratory birds at Point Pelee. Visit Detroit’s Henry Ford Museum, kayak in Alpena, tour Mackinac Island, and explore Milwaukee’s waterfront history.
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