Departure
Sunday, September 19, 2027
Arrival
Sunday, September 26, 2027
Duration
7 nights
Departing from
Vancouver, CAArriving at
Vancouver, CAShip
Serenade Of The Seas
Cruise Line
Royal Caribbean International
Sunday, September 19, 2027
Canada Place cruise terminal. Major departure point for Alaska Inside Passage cruises.
Live webcamTuesday, September 21, 2027
Former capital of Russian Alaska. Rich in Tlingit and Russian heritage with stunning coastal scenery.
Live webcamShips
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.
Explainers
Shore Power in Alaska: How Cruise Ships Plug In and Why It Only Works Sometimes
Princess plugged in at Juneau in 2001 — the first cruise ship shore-power connection in the world. 25 years later the Alaska grid still can't always supply it. Here's why.
Ports
Áak'w Landing: Juneau's Fifth Cruise Dock and the Indigenous Corporation Building It
Juneau's tidelands lease for Áak'w Landing was finalized April 2026. Construction starts summer 2027. Opens for the 2028 season. Built by Huna Totem, the Tlingit corporation behind Icy Strait Point.
Explainers
Juneau's 2026 Cruise Passenger Caps: 16,000 Weekdays, 12,000 Saturdays
Juneau's first year under formal cruise passenger caps started with Eurodam on April 27, 2026. Here's what the 16,000 / 12,000 daily limits mean for your sailing.
Wednesday, September 22, 2027
Alaska's capital city, accessible only by sea or air. Famous for Mendenhall Glacier and whale watching.
Live webcamThursday, September 23, 2027
The 'Salmon Capital of the World' and first port of call for northbound ships. Known for totem poles and Creek Street.
Live webcamSunday, September 26, 2027
Canada Place cruise terminal. Major departure point for Alaska Inside Passage cruises.
Live webcam