Crystal Shard Passage – Glacier Bay & Ketchikan

About this cruise

There's a reason 7-night cruises are the most popular length. This one sails from Whittier on August 29, 2026 and visits Hubbard Glacier, Glacier Bay, Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan and Vancouver. You finish in Vancouver. The itinerary clusters several port calls together. Fast-paced for a few days, then the sea days hit and you can catch your breath. Glaciers, whales, snow-capped mountains. Alaska is about as far from a beach holiday as you can get. You get around 9 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, From casual buffets to proper sit-down restaurants, Grand Princess has 10 dining spots on board, most of them included. An August departure puts you in the best summer conditions: long days, warm nights, plenty of sun. You'll probably start planning the next one before this one's even over.