LUXURY CRUISES
Alaska Inside Passage
Seattle or Vancouver to Juneau, Skagway, Ketchikan and glacier scenic cruising — expedition-leaning ocean ship, not a yacht.
Example itinerary · Voyage example
- Cruise house
- Premium cruise house — supplier confirmed when you request a proposal
- Ship
- Glacier PavilionPremium ocean liner (example ship profile)
- Departure port
- Seattle · Alaska
- Duration
- 7 nights · 8 daysMay–September
Itinerary and ports
Day 1
Seattle, United States
Embarkation. Vancouver also possible.
Day 3
Juneau, Alaska
Capital and glacier access.
Day 4
Skagway, Alaska
White Pass railway valley.
Day 5
Glacier Bay or Hubbard Glacier
Scenic cruising; permits required.
Day 6
Ketchikan, Alaska
Creek Street and totems.
Day 8
Seattle, United States
Disembarkation.
Cabin and suite comparison
Fare on request
| Cabin categories | Occupancy | Size | Fare family |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inside stateroomQuiet, well-appointed cabin without a window. Suitable when the itinerary is the point. | Typically 2 guests | Exact size is confirmed by the contracted cruise house. | Fare family quoted on request |
| Ocean-view stateroomA window to the sea. Useful for daylight arrivals and scenic cruising days. | Typically 2 guests | Window type (porthole or picture) is ship-specific. | Fare family quoted on request |
| Veranda / balconyPrivate outdoor space. Preferred for fjords, Mediterranean evenings and slow scenic days. | Typically 2 guests; some connect | Balcony depth varies by deck and ship. | Fare family quoted on request |
| SuiteSeparate sitting area, priority embarkation where the line offers it, and a quieter corridor. | Typically 2–3 guests | Butler or concierge service is line-specific and never assumed here. | Suite fare quoted on request |
| Penthouse / owner’s suiteThe largest hotel-style accommodation on board. Layout, terrace and dining privileges are confirmed per ship. | Typically 2–4 guests | Availability is scarce. Never shown as a live hold in this release. | Premium suite fare quoted on request |
Dining
- Main dining room
- Pacific Northwest grill (extra)
- Observation café
Entertainment
- Naturalist lectures
- Folk evening
- Planetarium on some ships
Onboard facilities
- Heated pool
- Mud-room for excursions
- Binocular station
- Medical centre
Typically considered included
- Hotel-style cabin or suite on a large passenger ship (not a private yacht)
- Meals in the main dining rooms as defined by the selected fare family
- Selected entertainment and facilities as published by the cruise house
Typically excluded until quoted
- Flights, pre- and post-cruise hotels, and private transfers unless requested
- Shore excursions not included in the fare family
- Gratuities, specialty dining, spa, Wi-Fi and drinks packages unless quoted
- Travel insurance, visas and medical requirements
- Anything not confirmed in a written ORBIT proposal
Taxes, port charges and fees
Port charges, government taxes and any onboard service charges are confirmed with the quotation. No amounts are displayed until a supplier returns them.
Cancellation and amendment
Cancellation, amendment and name-change terms belong to the cruise house and fare family. ORBIT states them only after a written proposal. This page is not a ticket.
Accessibility
- Accessible cabins, lifts and embarkation assistance are requested from the cruise house — never assumed.
- Port tendering, cobbled towns and gangway gradients vary. We verify them before recommending a sailing.
- Medical equipment, dialysis schedules and service animals require advance notice and line approval.
Every sailing here is a quotation prepared by ORBIT AI.
ORBIT AI may compare example voyages and cabins, explain routes and help with transfers. It will not invent prices, availability, visa rulings or supplier facts.