Alaska Glacier Trail – Hubbard & Juneau

About this cruise

You sail from Vancouver on July 5, 2027 and spend 7 nights visiting Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Icy Strait Point, Hubbard Glacier and Whittier. It's a well-tested route and there's a reason people keep booking it. The trip wraps in Whittier, so you won't retrace your steps. There's a stretch of back-to-back port days, so those days are busy, but the sea days around them give you time to recharge. The wildlife alone makes it worth it: whales, bears, eagles, sea otters. Bring binoculars. Most ports give you about 12 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, Norwegian Jade keeps you well fed. 13 places to eat, with 5 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. The sweet spot for most travellers: you get to know the ship, see the ports, and come home before the laundry piles up. It's peak season, so the weather is at its best and the ship will be full. That's part of the fun. Whether you've cruised before or not, this 7-night itinerary is a genuinely good one.