Unbeatable Luxury Alaska 2025
From $3999 per person twin share | 15 Days
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Travel period: 8 Jul - 6 Sep 2025
- Return international full-service flights
- 10 or 11-night Alaska cruise with Cunard Line
- 2 nights of 4-star hotel accommodation
- 29 or 32 meals plus daily high tea while cruising
Experience unparalleled luxury when you cruise Alaska’s breathtaking Inside Passage aboard Cunard’s ‘Queen Elizabeth’ ship. Discover one of the greatest destinations in the world onboard this elegant ship as you encounter spectacular wildlife, breathtaking scenery, quaint villages and more.
Enjoy the romance of cruising when you choose a 10-night itinerary to iconic destinations throughout Alaska. Encounter cultural Tlingit totems in Ketchikan, marvel at cascading waterfalls in the narrow Endicott Arm and wander the colourful buildings in downtown Juneau. Step back in time to learn about the gold rush history of Skagway, spend a day docked in quaint Victoria of British Columbia and more.
Go beyond the expected with an 11-night cruise to the glacial waters and rugged mountains of Misty Fjord, Haines, Tracy Arm Fjord and more. Whatever itinerary you choose, you’ll have the chance to admire the abundant wildlife native to the area including the bald eagle, grizzly bear and humpback whale. Onboard you can expect White Star service and a variety of fine dining experiences that include Cunard’s time-honoured Afternoon Tea served by white-gloved waiters. Take part in exciting activities like captivating theatre performances, film screenings, lectures from esteemed experts and more.
Choose an extraordinary itinerary with return international full-service flights, a 10 or 11-night luxury cruise, 2 nights of 4-star hotel accommodation and 29 or 32 gourmet meals.
Want more? Add extra days to your itinerary with Arrive Early and Stay Behind in Seattle, USA packages. You can also upgrade your stateroom to an Oceanview, Balcony or Princess Grill Suites for prime sea views.
Unbeatable Luxury Alaska 2025
HIGHLIGHTS
- Admire innovative architecture, stroll the waterfront and visit Queen Anne Hill in Seattle
- Seek out incredible views from the Space Needle observation tower with free time in Seattle
- Take a regal voyage of luxury aboard Cunard's 'Queen Elizabeth' ship
- Enjoy timeless sophistication, white-gloved fine dining and high teas while cruising
- Be captivated by the unique blend of history and culture of Sitka (Itinerary 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6)
- Majestic mountains and serene waters await at the extraordinary Endicott Arm (Itinerary 1 & 2)
- Discover Juneau, Alaska's capital, nestled beneath an eternal ice field (Itinerary 1, 2, 4, 5 & 6)
- Embrace nature's playground and see Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau (Itinerary 1, 2, 4, 5 & 6)
- Explore the historic streets and breathtaking surroundings of Skagway (Itinerary 1, 2, 3 & 5)
- Step back in time to charming Skagway, Alaska's gateway to the Klondike Gold Rush (Itinerary 1, 2, 3 & 5)
- Witness the majesty of Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska's crown jewel
- Encounter snow-capped peaks, wildlife and breathtaking glaciers throughout your cruise
- Indulge in fresh seafood, shop for unique souvenirs and stroll the waterfront of Ketchikan
- Immerse yourself in Victoria on Vancouver Island, a captivating fusion of history
- Experience Victorian charm, stunning coastlines and indigenous legacies in Victoria
FLIGHTS
- Return international full-service flights (economy class), departure city surcharges may apply
CRUISE
- Set sail on a 10-night Alaskan voyage aboard Cunard's luxurious 'Queen Elizabeth' ship (Itinerary 1, 2 & 3)
- Embark on an 11-night Alaskan journey aboard the luxurious 'Queen Elizabeth' ship by Cunard (Itinerary 4, 5 & 6)
ACCOMMODATION
- Enjoy 2-nights of 4-star hotel accommodation in Seattle, USA
DINING
- Enjoy 29 meals including all meals while cruising (Itinerary 1, 2 & 3)
- Enjoy 32 meals including all meals while cruising (Itinerary 4, 5 & 6)
- Delight in daily high tea aboard the luxurious Cunard 'Queen Elizabeth' ship
ESSENTIALS
- Airline taxes and surcharges
- Cruise port taxes and surcharges
UPGRADES AVAILABLE
- Arrive Early: Arrive up to 30 days before your tour starts (does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
- Stay Behind: Return up to 30 days after your tour concludes (does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
- Cruise Cabin Upgrades: Cabin upgrades are available (see checkout for details)
- Flight Upgrades: Upgrade to Premium Economy or Business Class (see checkout for details)
- Preferred Airline: Fly with a preferred airline (see checkout for details)
Itinerary 1 - Departs 6th September 2025
Day 1 Australia (or New Zealand) - Seattle, USA
Day 2 Seattle, USA
Day 3 Seattle, USA - Embark 10-Night Alaska Cruise
Day 4 Cruising
Day 5 Ketchikan, Alaska
Day 6 Juneau, Alaska
Day 7 Skagway, Alaska
Day 8 Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska (Cruise-By)
Day 9 Icy Strait Point, Alaska
Day 10 Endicott Arm, Alaska (Cruise-By)
Day 11 Cruising
Day 12 Victoria, British Colombia, Canada
Day 13 Disembark Seattle, USA - Australia (or New Zealand)
Day 14 In-Transit
Day 15 Arrive Australia (or New Zealand)Itinerary 2 - Departs 19th July 2025
Day 1 Australia (or New Zealand) - Seattle, USA
Day 2 Seattle, USA
Day 3 Seattle, USA - Embark 10-Night Alaska Cruise
Day 4 Cruising
Day 5 Sitka, Alaska
Day 6 Endicott Arm, Alaska (Cruise-By)
Day 7 Juneau, Alaska
Day 8 Skagway, Alaska
Day 9 Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska (Cruise-By)
Day 10 Ketchikan, Alaska
Day 11 Cruising
Day 12 Victoria, British Colombia, Canada
Day 13 Disembark Seattle, USA - Australia (or New Zealand)
Day 14 In-Transit
Day 15 Arrive Australia (or New Zealand)Itinerary 3 - Departs 9th August 2025
Day 1 Australia (or New Zealand) - Seattle, USA
Day 2 Seattle, USA
Day 3 Seattle, USA - Embark 10-Night Alaska Cruise
Day 4 Cruising
Day 5 Ketchikan, Alaska
Day 6 Sitka, Alaska
Day 7 Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska (Cruise-By)
Day 8 Skagway, Alaska
Day 9 Icy Strait Point, Alaska
Day 10 Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska (Cruise-By)
Day 11 Cruising
Day 12 Victoria, British Colombia, Canada
Day 13 Disembark Seattle, USA - Australia (or New Zealand)
Day 14 In-Transit
Day 15 Arrive Australia (or New Zealand)Itinerary 4 - Departs 8th July 2025
Day 1 Australia (or New Zealand) - Seattle, USA
Day 2 Seattle, USA
Day 3 Seattle, USA - Embark 11-Night Alaska Cruise
Day 4 Cruising
Day 5 Ketchikan, Alaska
Day 6 Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska (Cruise-By)
Day 7 Haines, Alaska
Day 8 Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska (Cruise-By)
Day 9 Juneau, Alaska
Day 10 Sitka, Alaska
Day 11 Misty Fjord, Alaska
Day 12 Cruising
Day 13 Victoria, British Colombia, Canada
Day 14 Disembark Seattle, USA - Australia (or New Zealand)
Day 15 In-Transit
Day 16 Arrive Australia (or New Zealand)Itinerary 5 - Departs 29th July 2025
Day 1 Australia (or New Zealand) - Seattle, USA
Day 2 Seattle, USA
Day 3 Seattle, USA - Embark 11-Night Alaska Cruise
Day 4 Cruising
Day 5 Ketchikan, Alaska
Day 6 Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska (Cruise By)
Day 7 Skagway, Alaska
Day 8 Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska (Cruise-By)
Day 9 Juneau, Alaska
Day 10 Icy Strait Point, Alaska
Day 11 Sitka, Alaska
Day 12 Cruising
Day 13 Victoria, British Colombia, Canada
Day 14 Disembark Seattle, USA - Australia (or New Zealand)
Day 15 In-Transit
Day 16 Arrive Australia (or New Zealand)Itinerary 6 - Departs 26th August 2025
Day 1 Australia (or New Zealand) - Seattle, USA
Day 2 Seattle, USA
Day 3 Seattle, USA - Embark 11-Night Alaska Cruise
Day 4 Cruising
Day 5 Ketchikan, Alaska
Day 6 Juneau, Alaska
Day 7 Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska (Cruise-By)
Day 8 Haines, Alaska
Day 9 Hubbard Glacier, Alaska (Cruise-By)
Day 10 Icy Strait Point, AlaskaDay 11Sitka, Alaska
Day 12 Cruising
Day 13 Victoria, British Colombia, Canada
Day 14 Disembark Seattle, USA - Australia (or New Zealand)
Day 15 In-Transit
Day 16 Arrive Australia (or New Zealand)This travel offer is valid for travel on selected dates until the 6th September 2025.
This travel offer is priced per person based on a twin share.
Single Traveller Supplement
For solo travellers, a mandatory single supplement applies:
• Britannia Interior Stateroom: $1,700
• Britannia Oceanview Stateroom: $2,000
• Britannia Balcony Stateroom: $2,400
• Princess Grill Suites: $5,500
Please note: Accommodation for single customers who are travelling on a tour or cruise package may be in a single room, depending on availability.
Departure Dates
Itinerary 1: 2025
September: 6
Itinerary 2: 2025
July: *19
Itinerary 3: 2025
August: *09
Itinerary 4: 2025
July: **08
Itinerary 5: 2025
July: ^29
Itinerary 6: 2025
August: 26
Please note: See checkout for live dates and availability.
Surcharges
Please note:
• Dates/months with a ^ incur a high season surcharge of $200 per person.
• Dates/months with a * incur a high season surcharge of $400 per person.
• Dates/months with a ** incur a high season surcharge of $900 per person.Departure Cities
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, *Adelaide, *Perth or *Auckland.
Departure City Surcharges
• Adelaide: $200 per person.
• Perth: $400 per person.
• Auckland: $150 per person.
International Full-Service Airline(s) Used
• Cabin Class: Economy Class.
• Airlines: United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, Air Canada, Qantas, Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, Hawaiian Airlines and partner airlines (subject to availability).
Please note: We cannot accommodate one-way flights. Travellers must take all included flights within the package, and any flights intentionally forfeited will result in later flights being subject to cancellation.
Preferred Airline Surcharge
• Cabin Class: Economy Class.
• Qantas: $265 per person.
Please note:
• Preferred airlines are subject to availability. If we are unable to fulfil your request, the above extra cost will be refunded.
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed, subject to aircraft configuration.
• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased preferred airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the preferred airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.
• Preferred airline refers to the marketing carrier and could include codeshare partners.
Arrive Early Options
• Seattle, USA - $300 per person.
• San Francisco, USA - $400 per person (only available for purchases over the phone).
• Los Angeles, USA - $400 per person (only available for purchases over the phone).
Please note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
If selecting an ‘arrive early’ package to a different city from where the tour starts, the package will include an internal flight to your destination. If you wish to forfeit this flight, please advise our friendly reservations team so we may secure your return flight back to Australia. Please note by choosing to forfeit your connecting flight; the cost does not change.
• You may book a date to arrive early via our website but only a date that is within 30 days of the tour departure date. If you wish to arrive earlier than 30 days before your tour departure date, please call our friendly staff for availability and pricing. Additional costs may apply.
• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• A high season ‘arrive early’ can be purchased for up to $500 per person, subject to availability.
• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges:
16th June 2025 - 20th July 2025
15th September 2025 - 12th October 2025
Stay Behind Options
• Seattle, USA - $300 per person.
• San Francisco, USA - $400 per person (only available for purchases over the phone).
Los Angeles, USA - $400 per person (only available for purchases over the phone).
Please note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
• If selecting a ‘stay behind’ package to a different city from where the tour ends, the package will include an internal flight to your destination. If you wish to forfeit this flight, please advise our friendly reservations team so we may secure your return flight back to Australia. Please note by choosing to forfeit your connecting flight; the cost does not change.
• A stay behind can only be booked up to one month after your package end date upon check-out. Should you wish to stay later, please contact us to request availability. Additional costs may apply.
• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• A high season stay behind can be purchased for up to $500 per person, subject to availability.
• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges:
16th June 2025 - 20th July 2025
15th September 2025 - 12th October 2025
Flight Class Upgrades
Business or Premium Economy Class: For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.
Please note:
• Flight upgrades are subject to availability and pricing changes (if we cannot fulfil your request, the upgrade cost will be refunded).
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed.
Missed Flights
If you fail to arrive for your outbound flight, you risk all flight and land arrangements in your destination being automatically cancelled by the airlines and land operator, respectively. Additional fees may apply to reinstate these services. If you miss your flight for whatever reason, please contact us as soon as possible to make arrangements.Cunard’s 'Queen Elizabeth' Ship
Onboard 'Queen Elizabeth' immerse yourself in her evocative art deco elegance. This stunning Ship exudes style and has an especially refined feel. Prepare yourself for a truly remarkable voyage.
'Queen Elizabeth' invites you to an uncrowded world where spacious decks set the perfect backdrop for you to savour a flawless Cunard experience. Immerse yourself in endless entertainment, luxurious accommodations and an array of dining choices. Her art deco features and gleaming chandeliers blend with contemporary attractions to ensure a remarkable holiday. Enjoy croquet on her Games Deck, stunning entertainment in her Royal Court Theatre or relax in her elegant conservatory. The choice, as always with Cunard, is yours.
Onboard Currency
$ USD.
Staterooms/Suites
Britannia Inside Stateroom: Approximately 14m²
With a variety of locations on board, the well-appointed Britannia Standard Inside staterooms are a haven of comfort and style to enjoy during your voyage. You’ll find thoughtful features and luxurious amenities, all organised by your dedicated steward to ensure you are always attentively looked after.
Includes:
• Choice of early, late, and open dining in the Britannia Restaurant.
• Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
• Bathroom with a walk-in shower.
• Satellite TV with movie and music channels.
• Feature vanity and desk with hairdryer.
• UK, USA, European and USB power sockets.
• Penhaligon's toiletries.
• Bathrobes and slippers.
• Tea and coffee-making facilities.
• Welcome sparkling wine.
• Complimentary room service menu.
• Mini-bar packages available for purchase.
• A dedicated steward to keep your stateroom in fine order day and night.
Britannia Oceanview Stateroom: Approximately 16.7m²
The Britannia Oceanview staterooms provide a private enclave from which to watch the world go by. Perfectly framed views are the backdrop to thoughtful features and luxurious amenities, all organised by your dedicated steward to ensure you are always attentively looked after.
Includes:
• Choice of early, late and open dining in the Britannia Restaurant.
• Lounge area with seating.
• Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
• Bathroom with a walk-in shower.
• Window with sea view.
• Satellite TV with movie and music channels.
• Feature vanity and desk with hairdryer.
• UK, USA, European and USB power sockets.
• Penhaligon's toiletries.
• Bathrobes and slippers.
• Tea and coffee-making facilities.
• Welcome sparkling wine.
• Complimentary room service menu.
• Mini-bar packages available for purchase.
• A dedicated steward to keep your stateroom in fine order day and night.
Britannia Balcony Stateroom: Approximately 21m²
Drink in sparkling sea views from your own private, outdoor space in one of our Britannia Balcony staterooms. You’ll find thoughtful features and luxurious amenities, all organised by your dedicated steward to ensure you are always attentively looked after.
Includes:
• Choice of early, late, and open dining in the Britannia Restaurant.
• Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
• Bathroom with a walk-in shower.
• Satellite TV with movie and music channels.
• Feature vanity with hairdryer.
• UK, USA, European and USB power sockets.
• Penhaligon's toiletries.
• Bathrobes and slippers.
• Tea and coffee-making facilities.
• Welcome sparkling wine.
• Complimentary room service menu.
• Mini-bar packages available for purchase.
• A dedicated steward to keep your stateroom in fine order day and night.
Princess Grill Suites: Approximately 31m²
Delight in a prime location on board with sea views that can be enjoyed from both in and outside your Princess Grill Suite. You’ll find thoughtful features and luxurious amenities all organised by your dedicated steward to ensure you are always attentively looked after.
Includes:
• Exclusive access to the Princess Grill restaurant, where you can dine any time at your reserved table.
• Private balcony with seating and sea views.
• Spacious lounge area with seating.
• Bedroom area with Cunarder bed configurable to king-size or two single beds.
• Pillow concierge menu with a variety of types to choose from.
• Bathroom with bath and shower.
• Satellite TV with movie and music channels in lounge and bedroom areas.
• Feature vanity and desk with hairdryer.
• UK, USA and European power sockets.
• Penhaligon's toiletries.
• Luxury bathrobes and slippers.
• Feature mini-bar with specialty tea and coffee-making facilities.
• Complimentary spring water replenished throughout your voyage.
• Daily fresh fruit.
• Mini-bar packages available for purchase.
• Welcome bottle of sparkling wine.
• Complimentary room service menu.
• Dine in-suite from the exquisite Princess Grill menu.
• Exclusive access to the Grills Lounge and outside Grills Terrace.
• Concierge service for onboard reservations and shore experiences.
• A dedicated steward to keep your suite in fine order day and night.
• Priority embarkation and disembarkation.
Please note:
• All staterooms/suites are subject to availability; some staterooms/suites may have restricted views.
• Cruise cabins are booked on a guaranteed basis and are assigned by the cruise line prior to departure.
Cruise Arrival & Departure Times
Please keep in mind that the provided cruise arrival and departure times are approximate and will be finalised upon receipt of your cruise tickets.Accommodation Used
4-Star Properties (Self-Rated)
• Seattle, USA (Itinerary 1, 2 & 3): Grand Hyatt Seattle (or similar).
• Seattle, USA (Itinerary 4, 5 & 6): The State Hotel (or similar).
Please note: Accommodation/rooms offered are based on a lead-in room type and are subject to availability based on seasonality. In the instance a property is not available, a similar standard of accommodation will be provided. Properties will be confirmed and included in your travel pack, which you will receive 4-6 weeks before travel.
Extra Nights
Not available.
Maximum Room Capacity
2 people.
Child Policy
• No child discounts. The full price applies to all children travelling with their parents.
• Valid for children 2 years old and over.
Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.
Triple Share
Not available.
Bedding Configuration
Twin/Double (subject to availability).Optional Tours/Activities
• Some tours or shore excursions require minimum numbers to operate.
• Shore excursions can be booked/reserved directly with the cruise line before travel (subject to availability)
• Shore excursions can also be booked whilst onboard (subject to availability).
• Shore excursion programmes and itineraries may vary depending on local conditions and/or any unforeseen events concerning the timing on the day of the tour. Some excursions are very popular, and therefore availability cannot always be guaranteed, it is advisable to book in advance to avoid disappointment.- Visa fees and requirements.
- Domestic transfers and flights not stated in the deal offer.
- Meals/beverages not stated in the deal offer.
- Mandatory cruise gratuities/tipping.
- Optional gratuities/tipping.
- Optional activities/tours.
- Personal expenses.
- Travel insurance.
- Any costs associated with an interruption to your tour as a result of an airline schedule change or cancellation.
- Mandatory city tax.
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.
Supplier Fees
In the event the Travel Offer you have purchased is unable to proceed, and/or a travel Supplier is unable to fulfil the Travel Offer due to external circumstances (Limitation of Liability e.g. a Force Majeure event), there may be a fee or amount of money that is withheld by our Suppliers and is unrecoverable. This may be due to non-refundable airline tickets, cancellation penalties with cruise cabins or unrecoverable payments with our land/accommodation partners. TWAC has committed to these costs as your Agent and will endeavour to recover all funds committed and/or paid for your Travel Offer, but this may not be possible in all circumstances. If refunds are unavailable from Suppliers, we will endeavour to obtain a travel credit on the best terms available and communicate these outcomes to you. If TWAC cannot obtain a refund or travel service credit, or part thereof, this cost is passed on to the customer as a Supplier Fee. This fee is not revenue-raising and is paid to or withheld by our suppliers when recovering payments.
Although you should read all of the terms and conditions, the following is a summary of the most important:
- Our travel package is non-refundable, however you will receive a travel credit to be applied to our travel services.
- You, as our client, agree to check all documentation immediately for errors. Travel With A Cause (TWAC) does not take responsibility for incorrect dates or names supplied.
- Prices, including, in some cases, of confirmed bookings, may be subject to change.
- Some confirmed bookings are non-refundable if cancelled by you and it is your responsibility to check if this applies.
- We will be entitled to retain our service fees even if a booking is cancelled or does not proceed for any reason which is not our fault.
- It is your responsibility to make yourself aware of all information relevant to your travel plans, including but not limited to visa requirements and health precautions.
- There may be some additional fees or other incentives from Suppliers.
- We are not liable for the recent updates of any published Supplier content including websites and brochures
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.
We recommend you consider purchasing travel insurance with Covid-19 protection. The standard cancellation policy will apply if you cannot travel because you have tested positive for Covid-19.
Please note: All additional charges are payable in AUD (unless otherwise stated).
