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Discover Washington in September 2026 on one of these 15 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of Seattle, Glacier Bay National Park, Juneau, Ketchikan, and The Dalles during September 2026 as you enjoy cruises, wildlife viewing, whale watching, small ship cruises, and kayaking. Prices for trips in September 2026 range from $4,220 to $47,785 for a vacation of 8 to 16 days. Choose any of the below 15 itineraries in September 2026 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Washington trip planners.
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Whale watching in Alaska
$5,700
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Inside Passage & Glacier Bay Wilderness Cruise

13 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Explorer
  • Enjoy Canada’s Inside Passages
  • Visit Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover LeConte Bay
  • Watch for whales at Frederick Sound
Starts / Ends:
Seattle / Juneau
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
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Discover a wilderness beyond the expected on a 13-day Alaskan journey through Inside Passages and Glacier Bay National Park. Enjoy adventure activities in the San Juan Islands, Tongass National Forest, and Misty Fjords National Monument. Learn more about the Native culture and Pacific …
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Sunken Garden at Butchart Garden, British Columbia
$4,690
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Puget Sound & San Juan Islands Cruise

Roundtrip Seattle - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation
  • Visit Anacortes
  • Traverse the San Juan Islands
  • Visit Butchart Gardens
  • Explore cultural heritage
Starts / Ends:
Seattle / Seattle
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day adventure to Puget Sound and San Juan Islands archipelago. Sail through the crystal-clear waters to charming historic coastal towns like Anacortes and experience a traditional smoked salmon tasting.

Traverse the San Juan Islands, and observe the rich wildlife including whales, …
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Columbia River Gorge
$5,280
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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
Starts / Ends:
Portland / Richland
Activities:
River Cruises, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience the 9-day Columbia & Snake Rivers cruise aboard American Song. Encounter the grandeur of Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens. Astoria, the oldest American settlement, offers Victorian charm and Lewis and Clark history. Explore Kalama's Cascade Mountains and Richland's scenic …
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Explore the Snake River in the Pacific Northwest of the US
$5,635
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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

Clarkston to Portland - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Jazz
  • Visit Multnomah Falls
  • Explore vineyards and local artwork
  • Witness volcanic remains
  • Sail through Hells Canyon
Starts / Ends:
Clarkston / Portland
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Sailing, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Sail the Columbia & Snake Rivers on a 9-day cruise aboard American Jazz exploring the stunning landscapes and rich history of the Pacific Northwest. Sail through Hells Canyon, North America's deepest gorge, and visit historic towns such as Astoria, Pendleton, and Richland. Enjoy wine …
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The still water of the Palouse River
$5,268
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Columbia and Snake Rivers: Food, Wine, and History

Fall Season - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Bird
  • Trek up the iconic Beacon Rock
  • Zodiak or kayak the Palouse River
  • Jet boat through Hells Canyon
  • Explore the Lewis & Clark Refuge
Activities:
Biking, Kayaking, River Cruises, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore the Columbia and Snake Rivers on this 8-day river cruise. Discover the history, geology, excellent food and wine, and the sheer beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Travel through the region as early explorers, settlers, and natives by the waterways that stretch far inland from the Pacific …
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Aerial view of Juneau, Alaska
$4,700
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Inside Passage & Glacier Bay

13 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Legacy
  • Enjoy Canada’s Inside Passages
  • Visit Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover LeConte Bay
  • Watch for whales at Frederick Sound
Starts / Ends:
Seattle / Juneau
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Thirteen days take you through the inside passages and Glacier Bay National Park plus remote wilderness, Native culture, and history. Enjoy adventure activities in the San Juan Islands, Tongass National Forest, and Misty Fjords National Monument. Discover more about Native American culture and the …
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Get up close to amazing glaciers in Alaska
$10,620
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Alaska Inside Passage Cruise

Juneau to Seattle - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation
  • Experience Skagway
  • Witness Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover Haines
  • Explore Juneau
Starts / Ends:
Juneau / Seattle
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 16-day cruise aboard the American Constellation. Traverse the serene waters of the iconic Inside Passage, passing through a vast array of picturesque islands from Puget Sound in Washington to Alaska's southeastern panhandle. Delve into captivating history, marvel at scenic wonders, …
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San Juan Islands
$8,000
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Cruise To Alaska : Inside Passage with Glacier Bay & Olympic National Park

Seattle - Juneau - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Quest
  • Visit Glacier Bay National Park
  • Experience wilderness kayaking
  • Watch for whales
  • Tour LeConte Bay iceberg gardens
Starts / Ends:
Seattle / Juneau
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Variable
Cruise aboard Safari Quest on this 13-day exploration of Alaska and Canada's Inside Passages and Glacier Bay. Experience wilderness kayaking, paddle boarding, skiffing, and hiking. Learn the native culture and Pacific Northwest natural history, and participate in adventure activities at …
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Bald eagles resting
$10,777
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Treasures of the Inside Passage: Alaska and British Columbia

14 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Explore the San Juan Islands
  • Observe a traditional performance
  • Learn about the local cultures
  • Search for humpback whales
  • Kayak Misty Fjord’s waters
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join the National Geographic Quest on a 14-day in-depth exploration of the San Juan Islands, British Columbia, and Alaska. Linger in the temperate rain forests and wildlife-rich channels of British Columbia, and enjoy ample time to discover the breathtaking fjords and towering glaciers of Southeast …
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Calm waters disturbed only by the flick of a whale's tail
$4,300
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Inside Passage & Glacier Bay Wilderness Cruise

Juneau -Seattle - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Endeavour
  • Enjoy Canada’s Inside Passages
  • Visit Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover LeConte Bay
  • Connect with Tlingit culture
  • Watch for whales at Icy Strait
Starts / Ends:
Juneau / Seattle
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Thirteen days take you through the inside passages and Glacier Bay National Park plus remote wilderness, native culture, and history. Enjoy adventure activities in the San Juan Islands, Tongass National Forest, and Misty Fjords National Monument. Discover more about indigenous culture and the …
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Enjoy stunning views of Portland
$5,545
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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

Portland - Clarkston - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Jazz
  • Explore Astoria's Victorian charm
  • Step ashore in Kalama
  • Discover Richland's scenic trails
  • Cruise the legendary Snake River
Starts / Ends:
Portland / Richland
Activities:
River Cruises, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience the 9-day Columbia & Snake Rivers cruise aboard American Jazz. Encounter the grandeur of Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens. Astoria, the oldest American settlement, offers Victorian charm and Lewis and Clark history. Explore Kalama's Cascade Mountains and Richland's scenic …
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Columbia River Gorge
$4,220
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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

9 Day Itinerary aboard American West
  • Explore Astoria's Victorian charm
  • Step ashore in Kalama
  • Discover Richland's scenic trails
  • Cruise the legendary Snake River
Starts / Ends:
Portland / Richland
Activities:
River Cruises, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience the 9-day Columbia & Snake Rivers cruise aboard American West. Encounter the grandeur of Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens. Astoria, the oldest American settlement, offers Victorian charm and Lewis and Clark history. Explore Kalama's Cascade Mountains and Richland's scenic …
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Sunken Garden at Butchart Garden, British Columbia
$4,690
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Puget Sound & San Juan Islands Cruise

Roundtrip Seattle - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution
  • Visit Anacortes
  • Traverse the San Juan Islands
  • Visit Butchart Gardens
  • Explore cultural heritage
Starts / Ends:
Seattle / Seattle
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day adventure to Puget Sound and San Juan Islands archipelago. Sail through the crystal-clear waters to charming historic coastal towns like Anacortes and experience a traditional smoked salmon tasting.

Traverse the San Juan Islands, and observe the rich wildlife including whales, …
Cruise Details
0
Get up close to amazing glaciers in Alaska
$10,620
Savings
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Alaska Inside Passage Cruise

Juneau to Seattle - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution
  • Experience Skagway
  • Witness Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover Haines
  • Explore Juneau
Starts / Ends:
Juneau / Seattle
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 16-day cruise aboard the American Constitution. Traverse the serene waters of the iconic Inside Passage, passing through a vast array of picturesque islands from Puget Sound in Washington to Alaska's southeastern panhandle. Delve into captivating history, marvel at scenic wonders, …
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Traveler on a glacier tour of Alaska.
$10,649
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A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii - Northbound

15 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Lion
  • Encounter & observe varied wildlife
  • Sail into deep fjords & channels
  • Kayak in Misty Fjord's backwaters
  • Visit Haida Gwaii
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day adventure between Sitka, Alaska and Seattle, Washington, exploring three of the most appealing wild regions in the Pacific Northwest: Alaska’s Inside Passage, coastal British Columbia, and Haida Gwaii. Sail into mist-shrouded fjords and past crashing glaciers, see brown …
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