Departure
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Arrival
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Duration
7 nights
Departing from
Whittier, USArriving at
Vancouver, CAShip
Grand Princess
Cruise Line
Princess Cruises
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Small port town accessible via the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel. Gateway to Prince William Sound.
Live webcamSunday, August 2, 2026
North America's largest tidewater glacier at 76 miles long. Scenic cruising only — no docking.
Ships
Alaska's 2026 Cruise Newcomers: Virgin Voyages and Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
Two cruise lines launch their first-ever Alaska season in 2026 — Virgin Voyages with Brilliant Lady (adults-only resort), Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection with Luminara (452-guest ultra-luxury). Same season, opposite ends.
Seasons
The 2026 Alaska Cruise Season Opens: First-Week Tracker Recap
Three ships, three stories. Noordam first into Ketchikan, Volendam off-script at Kodiak, Coral Princess opening Whittier. Week one of the 2026 Alaska cruise season.
Ports
Coral Princess Becomes First Cruise Ship of 2026 at Whittier
Coral Princess docked at Whittier on April 28, 2026 — the first cruise ship of the season — wrapping a 131-day world voyage from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles.
Explainers
Inside Passage vs Gulf of Alaska: Which Cruise Route Should You Take?
Inside Passage and Gulf of Alaska are the two main Alaska cruise routes. Inside Passage is calmer and shorter; Gulf of Alaska adds Hubbard Glacier and routes you to Anchorage. Here's how to choose.
Monday, August 3, 2026
National Park with tidewater glaciers. Ships cruise through the bay without docking — scenic cruising only.
Live webcamTuesday, August 4, 2026
Gateway to the Klondike Gold Rush. Home to the White Pass & Yukon Route Railway.
Live webcamWednesday, August 5, 2026
Alaska's capital city, accessible only by sea or air. Famous for Mendenhall Glacier and whale watching.
Live webcamThursday, August 6, 2026
The 'Salmon Capital of the World' and first port of call for northbound ships. Known for totem poles and Creek Street.
Live webcamSaturday, August 8, 2026
Canada Place cruise terminal. Major departure point for Alaska Inside Passage cruises.
Live webcam