Departure
Sunday, April 9, 2028
Arrival
Sunday, May 7, 2028
Duration
28 nights
Departing from
Tokyo, JPArriving at
Vancouver, CAShip
ms Noordam
Cruise Line
Holland America Line
Sunday, April 9, 2028
Tokyo is Japan's capital and a growing Asia-Pacific cruise homeport, with ships docking at Yokohama's Osanbashi Pier (45 minutes south) or the Tokyo…
Live webcamThursday, April 20, 2028
Tokyo is Japan's capital and a growing Asia-Pacific cruise homeport, with ships docking at Yokohama's Osanbashi Pier (45 minutes south) or the Tokyo…
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.
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
Ketchikan's Two Cruise Ports: Downtown vs Ward Cove
Ketchikan has two cruise berths — downtown and Ward Cove, seven miles north. Which one your ship calls at materially changes your day, and not always for the better.
Sunday, April 23, 2028
Former capital of Russian Alaska. Rich in Tlingit and Russian heritage with stunning coastal scenery.
Live webcamMonday, April 24, 2028
The 'Salmon Capital of the World' and first port of call for northbound ships. Known for totem poles and Creek Street.
Live webcamWednesday, April 26, 2028
Canada Place cruise terminal. Major departure point for Alaska Inside Passage cruises.
Live webcam