Day 1 - Thursday - May 9, 2024
Arrive a day early to explore this incredible destination. Stop at the original Starbucks in Pike Place Market, before exploring the iconic Space Needle, a 1962 World's Fair legacy. Departing from the famous Fishermen's Terminal, begin your cruise from this lively city to the majestic waters of Puget Sound.
Day 2 - Friday - May 10, 2024
Anacortes is a picturesque waterfront town located on Fidalgo Island in Northwest Washington. This vibrant coastal community is home to one of the world's largest whale watching fleets, as well as Deception Pass, one of the most photographed places in the Northwest. More than 50 miles of trails run through Anacortes and Fidalgo Island, where you can enjoy views of Mount Erie, four fresh-water lakes, old-growth forest, and a variety of wildlife, including bald eagles. Explore the downtown, just a few steps from our dock, and peruse its sophisticated boutiques, art galleries, and antique shops.
Day 3 - Saturday - May 11, 2024
| Friday Harbor, United States |
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Friday Harbor is a charming town with a rich history and an abundance of character. Small enough to walk from one end to the other, this secluded coastal fishing village is adorned with historic storefronts, picturesque turn-of-the-century houses, and Coast Salish native carvings. Explore Friday Harbor's diverse topography, from pebbly beaches to magnificent mountains and lush valleys. Stroll through the historic district, visit the Whale Museum, and witness the local population of whales from the Port of Friday Harbor.
Day 4 - Sunday - May 12, 2024
| Crusing the Straits of Georgia, Canada |
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Day 5 - Monday - May 13, 2024
| Cruising Queen Charlotte Sound, Canada |
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Day 6 - Tuesday - May 14, 2024
| Frederick Sound, United States |
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Spend the day cruising the Frederick Sound and Inside Passage. Surrounded by majestic snow-covered mountains, the glacier-fed waters of the Frederick Sound are abundant with krill and herring, making it one of the world's premier locations to observe humpback whales. Thousands migrate here to feed on the super nutrient-rich waters, as do orcas, sea lions, porpoise, and harbor seals. Along the shoreline, you may also spot black and brown bears as well as Sitka black-tailed deer.
Day 7 - Wednesday - May 15, 2024
Ketchikan is truly the beginning of the last frontier, where animals may actually outnumber people. Located in the midst of the Tongass National Forest, Ketchikan is home to black bears, mountain goats, Sitka black-tailed deer, and bald eagles.
Day 8 - Thursday - May 16, 2024
Natural beauty abounds in Wrangell, with a variety of landscapes including mountains, islands, and rainforest. Explore the city of Wrangell and walk among the petroglyph carvings. Visit places along the river where miners camped and garnets were mined during the Gold Rush.
Day 9 - Friday - May 17, 2024
| Petersburg, United States |
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Founded more than 100 years ago by Norwegian fishermen, Petersburg is a thriving fishing community that maintains its strong Norwegian heritage and continues to make its living from the sea. Located on Frederick Sound near the summer feeding grounds of hundreds of humpback whales, this authentic Alaskan town is surrounded by breathtaking wilderness. Explore its beautiful seaport, charter a fishing boat for the afternoon, or learn about the area's rich history at the Clausen Museum.
Day 10 - Saturday - May 18, 2024
| Tracy Arm Fjord, United States |
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Fifty miles southeast of Juneau is Tracy Arm, a long, narrow fjord leading to the South Sawyer Glacier. Witness seals lounging on small ice floes, as you sail under the 1,500-foot-high vertical cliffs of Tracy Arm surrounded by the magnificent sight of hundreds of waterfalls cascading down its towering sides. Indulge yourself at our one-of-a-kind Hot Chocolate Bar on the sun deck, as our onboard naturalist provides expert commentary on this natural wonder. There is a sense of excitement as you anticipate the next waterfall, mountain goat, or bear, on your way to the crystal-blue glacier.
Day 11 - Sunday - May 19, 2024
| Glacier Bay, United States |
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Covering 3.3 million acres of dynamic topography, Glacier Bay is the world's largest Biosphere Reserve, comprised of massive glaciers, temperate rainforest, and snow-capped mountain peaks. American Cruise Lines is one of a few cruise lines allowed privileged access into this natural wonder. Immerse yourself in its majesty as you enjoy spectacular views and breathtaking moments. From the comfort of your private balcony, witness the native wildlife, including seals, whales, eagles, bear, and more.
Day 12 - Monday - May 20, 2024
Bald eagles are among the most populous of over 260 species of birds in Chilkat Valley. Our onboard expert and a local guide will take us through the valley describing all the different species along the way. We have an extended stay in Haines to let you do a variety of things, including kayaking on Chilkoot Lake, or an afternoon of salmon fishing on a charter boat.
Day 13 - Tuesday - May 21, 2024
Hoonah, Alaska is a place rich in beauty, culture, and tradition. Located on Chichagof Island along the southeast Inside Passage, this charming seaside community is surrounded by the Tongass National Forest, where towering evergreens blanket its steep coastal mountains. The Huna Tlingit people have lived in this region for many hundreds of years. There are bears in the forest, fish in the sea, and gold in the hearts of those who live here. Here you can spend your time viewing wildlife, taking the fishing trip of a lifetime, kayaking, or enjoying the city's shops and restaurants.
Day 14 - Wednesday - May 22, 2024
Watch humpback whales frolic in the cool waters of the Gulf of Alaska. Experience Mendenhall Glacier and soar to new heights in an enclosed gondola tramway from downtown Juneau to the top of Mount Roberts. Enjoy breathtaking views of the harbor, the sea, and the mountains.
Day 15 - Thursday - May 23, 2024
Departure day. Breakfast is served onboard, then spend some time exploring the impressive collection of museums, shops, and attractions in the heart of Alaska's capital.
