Departure
Monday, July 19, 2027
Arrival
Monday, July 26, 2027
Duration
7 nights
Departing from
Seward, USArriving at
Vancouver, CAShip
Crystal Serenity
Cruise Line
Crystal Cruises
Monday, July 19, 2027
Gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park. Turnaround port for Gulf of Alaska cruises.
Live webcamTuesday, July 20, 2027
North America's largest tidewater glacier at 76 miles long. Scenic cruising only — no docking.
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.
Ports
From Seward to Anchorage by Train: The Cruise Connection
Seward is the second cruise gateway to the Alaska interior — but unlike Whittier, the connection to Anchorage runs through the Kenai Peninsula on one of America's most scenic train rides.
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.
Wednesday, July 21, 2027
Adventure capital of Alaska. Known for bald eagles and gateway to the Yukon.
Live webcamThursday, July 22, 2027
Private port near Hoonah. Known for whale watching and the world's largest zipline.
Live webcamFriday, July 23, 2027
Former capital of Russian Alaska. Rich in Tlingit and Russian heritage with stunning coastal scenery.
Live webcamSaturday, July 24, 2027
The 'Salmon Capital of the World' and first port of call for northbound ships. Known for totem poles and Creek Street.
Live webcamSunday, July 25, 2027
Canada Place cruise terminal. Major departure point for Alaska Inside Passage cruises.
Live webcam