Ocean Discovery – Tracy Arm/Endicott Arm, Juneau & Skagway

About this cruise

Long enough to properly switch off but not so long you need to reorganise your entire life. This 7-night round-trip sailing from Vancouver on September 16, 2028 visits Tracy Arm Fjord, Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay and Ketchikan. Expect a run of consecutive ports, 5 stops total, with the busiest days packed close together. The sea days around them feel earned. The wildlife alone makes it worth it: whales, bears, eagles, sea otters. Bring binoculars. People come back from this cruise talking about Juneau: A capital only reachable by sea or sky. Port time is tight at about 8 hours each. Pick your favourites and save the rest for another trip. Koningsdam keeps you well fed. 12 places to eat, with 6 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. Long enough that you stop checking your phone. Short enough that you're not bored. If you can, add a night in Vancouver before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And September is a good call. Still warm, less crowded, and usually cheaper too. 5 ports, one suitcase. That's the appeal.