Juneau
Juneau 08/26/2027
Settle into your hotel and enjoy time to explore Juneau. Downtown, peruse unique shops, excellent museums, and native heritage sites. Ride the enclosed tramway up the steep mountainside for spectacular views of forested islands, quiet coves, and rugged coastal mountains.
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08/26/2027 |
08/26/2027 |
At Sea
At Sea 08/27/2027
Before boarding, enjoy a guided exploration of Juneau which concludes at the ship. Be treated to a Welcome Reception as you begin your Alaska journey.
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08/27/2027 |
08/27/2027 |
Haines
Haines 08/28/2027
Located at the northernmost point of the Inside Passage, Skagway was central to the Klondike Gold Rush of 1897. Known as the "Gateway to the Yukon", the restored town is true to its past with vintage buses reminiscent of the old frontier and gold-rush-era buildings, now preserved as part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. Vintage locomotives from The White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad continue to run past the iconic Chilkoot trail, offering sweeping mountain views on the way up to Canada.,
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08/28/2027 |
08/28/2027 |
Glacier Bay
Glacier Bay 08/29/2027
As you explore Haines, our onboard expert and a local guide will take you through the valley, describing the different species along the way. Get an up-close view of bald eagles which are among the most populous of over 260 species of birds in Chilkat Valley. Take advantage of the variety of activities available in Haines, including a guided wildlife expedition or a private kayaking tour on Chilkoot Lake.,
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08/29/2027 |
08/29/2027 |
Inside Passage
Inside Passage 08/30/2027
Covering 3.3 million acres of dynamic topography, Glacier Bay is the world's largest Biosphere Reserve, comprised of massive glaciers, temperate rainforest, and snow-capped mountain peaks. American Cruise Lines is one of a few cruise lines allowed privileged access into this natural wonder. Immerse yourself in its majesty as you enjoy spectacular views and breathtaking moments. From the comfort of your private balcony, witness the native wildlife, including seals, whales, eagles, bear, and more.,
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08/30/2027 |
08/30/2027 |
Sitka
Sitka 08/31/2027
Glacier Bay is too magnificent to just spend a single day. Enjoy more time in this natural wonder as a park ranger joins us onboard providing expert commentary on the landscape and native wildlife.,
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08/31/2027 |
08/31/2027 |
Inside Passage
Inside Passage 09/01/2027
Founded more than 100 years ago by Norwegian fishermen, Petersburg is a thriving fishing community that maintains its strong Norwegian heritage and continues to make its living from the sea. Located on Frederick Sound near the summer feeding grounds of hundreds of humpback whales, this authentic Alaskan town is surrounded by breathtaking wilderness. Explore its beautiful seaport, charter a fishing boat for the afternoon, or learn about the area's rich history at the Clausen Museum.,
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09/01/2027 |
09/01/2027 |
Frederick Sound
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09/01/2027 |
09/01/2027 |
Petersburg
Petersburg 09/02/2027
Ketchikan, Alaska is truly the beginning of the last frontier, where animals may actually outnumber people. Located in the midst of the Tongass National Forest, Ketchikan is home to black bears, mountain goats, Sitka black-tailed deer, and bald eagles. Witness the incredibly rich Alaska native culture and the many Native American totem poles on display throughout town. Enjoy the scenic views of nearby Misty Fiords National Monument, a glacier-carved wilderness featuring snow-capped mountains, waterfalls, and salmon spawning streams.,
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09/02/2027 |
09/02/2027 |
Wrangell
Wrangell 09/03/2027
Natural beauty abounds in Wrangell with a variety of landscapes including mountains, islands, and rainforest. Explore the city of Wrangell and walk among the petroglyph carvings in this "Gateway to the Stikine River". Visit places along the river where miners camped and garnets were mined during the Gold Rush. Savor the flavors of fresh salmon and halibut, view bears on the mountainside, participate in native Tlingit culture, or stop and pick from the abundance of wild blueberries, huckleberries, and salmon-berries.,
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09/03/2027 |
09/03/2027 |
Wrangell Narrows
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09/04/2027 |
09/04/2027 |
Tracy Arm
Tracy Arm 09/05/2027
Fifty miles southeast of Juneau is Tracy Arm, a long, narrow fjord leading to the South Sawyer Glacier. Witness seals lounging on small ice floes, as you sail under the 1,500-foot-high vertical cliffs of Tracy Arm surrounded by the magnificent sight of hundreds of waterfalls cascading down its towering sides. Indulge yourself at our one-of-a-kind Hot Chocolate Bar on the sun deck, as our onboard naturalist provides expert commentary on this natural wonder. There is a sense of excitement as you anticipate the next waterfall, mountain goat, or bear, on your way to the crystal-blue glacier.,
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09/05/2027 |
09/05/2027 |
Juneau
Juneau 09/06/2027
On your return, spend some time in Juneau. Explore the impressive collection of museums, shops, and attractions in the heart of Alaska's capital.,
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09/06/2027 |
09/06/2027 |