7-Day Voyage of the Glaciers (Northbound)

Day 1 Vancouver, Canada

Vancouver is one of the world’s most stunning cities, where scenic beauty meets vibrant city life. Nestled between the mountains and the sea, this dynamic destination offers a unique blend of cultures, flavors, and experiences. From the historic charm of Gastown—with its cobblestone streets, heritage architecture, and cozy cafés—to the bustling waterfront of the Port of Vancouver, the city invites exploration at every turn. Named after British explorer Captain George Vancouver, who charted the region’s coastline in 1792, the city carries a legacy of discovery and connection. As Canada’s third-largest city, Vancouver boasts a rich cultural tapestry, including the second-largest Chinatown in North America, world-class parks, and a distinctly European feel. Whether you're strolling through Stanley Park, enjoying fresh seafood by the harbor, biking along the coastline, or exploring the city's diverse neighborhoods, this beautiful waterfront city delivers unforgettable moments for every traveler.

Day 2 At Sea

Island Princess® Whether you crave relaxation or exhilaration, you'll find the soothing Lotus Spa®, live entertainment, gourmet cuisine, casino gaming and more, all meet your needs aboard Island Princess.

Day 3 Ketchikan, Alaska

Ketchikan is known as Alaska's "First City" because it's the first major community travelers come to as they journey north. Located on an island, Ketchikan began life as an Indian fishing camp. The name Ketchikan comes from a Tlingit phrase that means "eagle with spread-out wings," a reference to a waterfall near town. In the early 1900s, when gold was Alaska's claim to fame, fishing and timber industries were established in Ketchikan. The growth of these industries helped make this Inside Passage port Alaska's fourth-largest city. Visitors to Ketchikan will be intrigued by its rich Native heritage, which includes the world's oldest collection of totem poles at Totem Heritage Center. The Haida, Tlingit and Tsimshian are all a part of the city's colorful history. Ketchikan, with its abundance of salmon, is also a sport-fishing paradise. Sightseers will be impressed with both the scenic town and its surroundings, especially Misty Fjords National Monument.

Day 4 Juneau, Alaska

In 1880, it was slow going for Joe Juneau and Richard Harris as they searched for gold with the help of Native guides. After climbing mountains, forging streams and facing countless difficulties, they found nuggets "as large as beans." From their discovery came three of the largest gold mines in the world. By the end of World War II, more than $150 million in gold had been mined. Eventually the mines closed, but the town Joe Juneau founded became the capital of Alaska and the business of gold was replaced by the business of government. Some 30,000 people live in Juneau. Its total area makes it one of the biggest towns, in size, in the world. Only Kiruna, Sweden, and Sitka, Alaska, exceed Juneau's 3,248 square miles. Today Juneau is famous not only for gold and government but also for its breathtakingly beautiful glaciers and stunning views of both water and mountains.

Day 5 Skagway, Alaska

Skagway was the gateway to the gold fields for the thousands who flocked to Alaska and the Yukon with the hope of striking it rich. Skagway may have boasted the shortest route to the Klondike, but it wasn't the easiest. Over 100 years ago, the White Pass route through the Coast Mountains and the shorter but steeper Chilkoot Trail were used by countless stampeders. Many a would-be miner perished on the treacherous Chilkoot Trail. The gold rush was a boon and by 1898, Skagway was Alaska's largest town with a population of about 20,000. Hotels, saloons, dance halls and gambling houses prospered. But when the gold yield dwindled in 1900, so did the population as miners quickly shifted to new finds in Nome. Today, Skagway has less than 1,000 residents. It still retains the flavor of the gold rush era.

Day 6 Glacier Bay National Park (Scenic Cruising), Alaska

Princess is one of a select few cruise lines permitted to cruise the pristine waters of Glacier Bay, the highlight of our 7-day Voyage of the Glaciers cruise. Just west of Juneau, this breathtaking national park and preserve boasts some of the world's most spectacular tidewater glaciers, such as Margerie Glacier, which often drops colossal chunks of ice into the sea. Not surprisingly, Glacier Bay National Park and its epic ice giants are part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site comprising Alaska's magnificent park system. During your scenic cruise, friendly Park Rangers will join the ship to share their knowledge of this amazing place and host a fun Junior Ranger program for kids. They may even be able to help you identify Glacier Bay's abundant wildlife, including humpback whales, sea otters, porpoises, harbor seals, black bears, mountain goats, bald eagles and large colonies of seabirds. Take in the awe-inspiring scenery as you enjoy an unforgettable day of sailing through this dazzling park, where you'll glide along emerald waters and past calving icebergs, and can breathe in the crisp, fresh air to your heart's content.

Day 7 College Fjord (Scenic Cruising), Alaska

Discovered in the northwest corner of Prince William Sound during an 1899 research expedition, spectacular College Fjord and its glaciers were named after prestigious east coast schools by the college professors who first laid eyes upon their majesty. Stretching for miles, these massive rivers of ice tumble down from mountains and through valleys, dipping into the pristine waters of the fjord. There you'll have a chance to watch the awe-inspiring process of glaciers calving, or dropping enormous pillars of ice into the sea, as they crack and land with a thunderous splash – a once-in-a-lifetime experience not to be missed. College Fjord not only boasts the world's largest collection of tidewater glaciers, but it features magnificent snowcapped mountains as far as the eyes can see. Plus, during the summer, it's not unheard of to catch a glimpse of one of the area's 40-ton humpback whales feeding in the waters of the fjord. It's a magical wonderland of epic proportions, so breathtaking you won't want to blink.

Day 8 Anchorage (Whittier), Alaska

Whittier, approximately 65 miles southeast of Anchorage, lies nestled at the base of the Chugach Mountains bordering Passage Canal. Established as a World War II port for cargo and troops of the Alaska Command, Whittier remained activated until 1960. Today, Whittier's economy and its 290 residents rely largely on the fishing industry, the port and, increasingly, on tourism. Once accessible only by boat or via a war-era railway tunnel, The Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel was recently enhanced to accommodate highway traffic as well, making it the longest highway/rail tunnel in North America at 2.5 miles. Named for the poet John Greenleaf Whittier, the community is also the gateway to spectacular Prince William Sound, with its magnificent tidewater glaciers and abundant marine life. Whittier tours are available to passengers on back-to-back voyages who will stay onboard the ship and cruise back to Vancouver as well as guests ending their cruise in Whittier wiith an evening flight out of Anchorage on the day of disembarkation or an overnight in Anchorage after their cruise. Whittier tours are only available to cruisetour guests who spend the first night of their package in Anchorage. Other cruisetour guests cannot take an excursion as they would miss the transfer their next destination.

Day 2 - Ketchikan, Alaska

• Saxman Native Village, Dance Performance & Totem Park (Wheelchair Accessible)

• Ultimate Saxman Experience: Cultural Showcase, Native Crafts & Culinary Tasting (Wheelchair Accessible)

• Local Connections: Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show & Axe Throwing Challenge Created by Champion Ironjack

• Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show & Crab Feast

• Exclusive Coastal Cruise & Oyster Farm with Ocean-to-Table Tasting

• Crab Feast at George Inlet Lodge

• Local Connections: Ketchikan Photo Safari with Nature Photographer

• Local Table Cooking & Dining Experience

• Distillery Tour & Signature Bottle Infusion

• Historical Ketchikan & Creek Street Walking Tour

• Local Connections: Ketchikan Pub Crawl Created by Bar Historian

• Totem Bight State Park & Ketchikan Highlights

• Totem Bight State Park & Lumberjack Show

• Coastal Wildlife Cruise

• Waterfront & Wildlife Cruise

• Ketchikan Salmon Fishing

• Alaska Fishing & Wilderness Dining

• Private Hummer Adventure with Driver

• City Highlights, Totems & Creek Street by Trolley

• Zipline Adventure Park

• Rainforest Canopy & Zipline Adventure

• Wilderness Exploration Cruise & Crab Feast

• Wilderness Cruise & Silverking Lodge Seafood Feast

• Town & Harbor Duck Tour

• Exclusive Wilderness Zodiac Quest

• Eagle Islands Sea Kayaking

• Misty Fjords National Monument by Seaplane

• Exclusive Flightseeing & Taste of Alaska

• Rainforest Sanctuary Nature Walk & Totem Park

• Rainforest Island Nature Walk & Seahawk Adventure

• Rainforest Canoe & Nature Trail

• Rainforest Trail E-Bike & Nature Walk

• Backcountry Jeep & Canoe Safari

• Adventure Kart Expedition

• Off-Road UTV Safari, Cruise, Crab & Craft Beer

• Wilderness UTV Family Adventure

• Deluxe Salmon Sportfishing Expedition

• Captain's Choice Fishing Adventure

• Salmon Sportfishing by Private Boat

• Lighthouse, Totems & Eagles Excursion

• Local Connections: Deadliest Catch Crab Fishermen's Tour Created by Captain David Lethin

• Alaska Crab Expedition: Wildlife Cruise & King Crab Snack

• Authentic Alaska Fishing Experience

For excursions of Day 3 - Juneau, Alaska, Day 4 - Skagway, Alaska & Day 7 - Anchorage (Whittier), Alaska, contact us for more details!

 

Post Tour Extension - Mestre Extension $1,500.00 pp

Complete your spiritual journey through Italy with a 2-night Extension to Venice & St. Anthony of Padua. Place your hand on Saint Anthony's tomb during a devotional visit to Padua's Basilica. Enjoy a full day tour of Venice. Visit Murano Island for a glass-blowing demonstration. Then explore St. Mark’s Basilica, which enshrines the body of Saint Mark the Evangelist under the high altar. The extension is lead by a Collette Tour Manager and includes daily breakfast and 1 dinner. You will be accomodated in Mestre on the Venetian mainland or choose to stay an extra night in Rome.

Guided Experience the destination with a full itinerary planned for you. You’ll be joined by a dedicated Tour Manager and enjoy planned local experiences and sightseeing. In addition, your accommodations, daily breakfast, and any transfers to connect with your main tour are included. (The Tour Manager for your extension may or may not be the same person as your main tour.)

• Day 1 - Dinner (Rome - Padua - Mestre)
  Start your morning with a transfer to Padua and spend time in the Basilica of Saint Anthony. A sprawling church of iconic domes, this Franciscan sanctuary is visited by millions of pilgrims each year. You will have the option of celebrating Mass here. End your day in the city of Mestre, nestled along the coast of mainland Venice. Settle in for a 2-night stay, your gateway to the Venetian lagoon. This evening, experience the flavours of the region with a relaxing dinner at your hotel.
• Day 2 - Breakfast (Murano Island - Venice - Mestre)
  Enjoy a full day tour of Venice. Start your day with a boat trip* to Murano Island for a glass-blowing demonstration. After getting a glimpse into the local culture, make your way to St. Mark’s Square and join a local expert for a walking tour. You’ll explore this famous square and St. Mark’s Basilica, which enshrines the body of Saint Mark the Evangelist under the high altar. Although Saint Mark was originally buried in Egypt, legend claims that two Venetian merchants stole the saint’s body from Alexandria and relocated him to Venice in the early 1800s. You will have the option of celebrating Mass here. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore the canals on your own before returning to your hotel on the mainland.
• Day 3 - Breakfast (Mestre - Extension Ends)
  Say goodbye to Italy as your extension comes to a close today.

Pre Night Stay - Hotel-Cardinal Hotel St Peter $140.00 pp

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Voluntary Changes

Includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring an airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue.

 • Changes - $100.00 per booking + additional charges from the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.

Name Changes Due To Passenger Error

• If the incorrect name has been advised to TWAC, charges of $100.00 per booking + any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.

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CANCELLATION POLICY
Tour packages are non-refundable. If your tour package is affected by Covid-19 related travel restrictions and you are unable to travel, you will receive either a free date change (credit that is specific to your original package and purchase value) or an open credit less any non-recoverable supplier fees to the value of your original purchase for use on any other tour or package available via the TWAC website.
 
Please note: Date change credits are subject to availability and not guaranteed until confirmed by TWAC, not the tour operator you are due to stay with.
 
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