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7-Night Alaska Cruise on Norwegian Encore — Round-trip Seattle (Aug 9, 2026)
Alaska
Departure
Sunday, August 9, 2026
Arrival
Sunday, August 16, 2026
Duration
7 nights
Departing from
Seattle, USArriving at
Seattle, USShip
Norwegian Encore
Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line
Day-by-day schedule
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Sunday, August 9, 2026
Primary departure port for Alaska cruises. Smith Cove Cruise Terminal at Pier 91.
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Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Alaska's capital city, accessible only by sea or air. Famous for Mendenhall Glacier and whale watching.
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