Alaska's Inside Passage, Endicott Arm and Prince Rupert

• 6 nightsDuration
• Greg MortimerShip
• Sitka Sound, Alaska to Vancouver, British ColumbiaRoute
• May 14, 2027Next sailing

Upcoming departures

Day by day

As planned for the May 14, 2027 departure; other departures may differ.

1. Day 1Sitka Sound, Alaska

   Arrive in Sitka, a charming town on the western coast of Baranof Island overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Known for its rich Tlingit culture and traces of Russian heritage dating back to the 1800s, Sitka offers a glimpse into Alaska’s layered history. Embark this evening in time for cocktails and an introduction to the staff and crew.

2. Day 2Icy Strait Point

   Explore by Zodiac among the Inian Islands, a busy feeding ground for a variety of wildlife, including Steller sea lions and sea otters. Search for marine mammals in the nutrient-rich waters of Icy Strait.

3. Day 2Inian Islands, Alaska

4. Day 3Haines, Alaska

   A paradise for adventure seekers, Haines offers the chance to cycle along the edge of a glacial fjord, go fly-fishing for salmon and Dolly Varden trout or take in stunning views on a world-class hike. Other options include a visit to the ancient Tlingit village of Klukwan for a dance demonstration and cultural interpretation before rafting down the Chilkat River.

5. Day 4Endicott Arm, Alaska

   Explore the wild and remote areas of Southeast Alaska by special use permit with the Tongass National Forest.

   Wake up in Endicott Arm. Cruise through the glacier-sculpted fjord, then set out to explore by Zodiac. View the soaring Dawes Glacier up close—and keep an eye out for the dramatic sight of huge slabs of ice breaking off and crashing into the water below. If conditions permit, paddle a kayak below the steep walls of the fjord. Later, cruise Frederick Sound—prime waters for both orca and humpback whales.

6. Day 4Frederick Sound, Alaska

7. Day 5Cruising Inside Passage, U.S.A

   Today, nature is your guide as you set out with the flexibility to take advantage of wildlife sightings and weather conditions. Explore along the shoreline by Zodiac and, if conditions permit, kayak close to the intertidal zone as you search for the creatures that inhabit this dynamic environment. Sightings of bald eagles are common. Cruise expansive coastlines, always watching for marine and terrestrial life.

8. Day 6Prince Rupert, British Columbia

   Wake up in Prince Rupert, a scenic harbor town on British Columbia’s rugged northwest coast. Get immersed in First Nations history at the Museum of Northern British Columbia, built in the style of a coastal longhouse. Breathe in the scent of cedar beams and peruse an impressive collection of ornate carvings, weavings, ceremonial objects and regalia. Visit the North Pacific Cannery Museum—a collection of cannery buildings set amid untamed wilderness—that highlights British Columbia’s economic, cultural and natural development over the last century.

9. Day 7Sailing the Canadian Inside Passage

   Trace the wild and scenic coastline of British Columbia, exploring inlets and islands and watching for whales, bald eagles, bears, deer and other wildlife. Enjoy talks from your expedition team or relax with a book in the lounge or on the observation deck.

10. Day 8Vancouver, British Columbia

    Disembark in Vancouver and transfer to the airport for flights home.

    On select departures, continue your Alaska adventure with an optional post-voyage Denali National Park extension.

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