Gilded Gulch – Ketchikan, Juneau & Skagway

About this cruise

7 nights is that sweet spot where you actually start to relax. This sailing from Vancouver on August 5, 2026 visits Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay and Whittier and doesn't try to cram in too much. The sailing ends in Whittier. A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. Glaciers, whales, snow-capped mountains. Alaska is about as far from a beach holiday as you can get. People come back from this cruise talking about Skagway: Gold Rush spirit in a fjord-locked town. Around 11 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. From casual buffets to proper sit-down restaurants, Island Princess has 6 dining spots on board, most of them included. The timing works well too: warm evenings on deck, late sunsets, and a lively atmosphere. 5 ports, one suitcase. That's the appeal.