Ocean Discovery – Ketchikan, Icy Strait Point & Sitka

About this cruise

By August 28, 2028 you'll be ready for this. 9 nights out of Seattle, visiting Ketchikan, Icy Strait Point and Sitka, with additional stops along the Alaska, and nothing on the agenda except showing up. The itinerary clusters several port calls together. Fast-paced for a few days, then the sea days hit and you can catch your breath. Even the open-water days are scenic here, with mountains on either side and blue ice in the distance. 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, Norwegian Joy takes the food seriously, with 14 restaurants to choose from. 7 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. If you like having options (restaurants, bars, activities, entertainment), a big ship delivers that. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Seattle has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. An August departure puts you in the best summer conditions: long days, warm nights, plenty of sun. If you've been thinking about a cruise, this 9-night sailing is a strong place to start.