Orca Watch – Victoria & Juneau

About this cruise

A week or so at sea, a few great ports, and nothing to organise once you're on board. This 7-night sailing from Seattle on August 22, 2026 visits Sitka, Juneau, Tracy Arm Fjord, Icy Strait Point, Ketchikan and Victoria. Expect a run of consecutive ports, 6 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. Of the stops, Icy Strait Point tends to be the one people talk about: Wilderness at the edge of the Inside Passage. Port time is tight at about 7 hours each. Pick your favourites and save the rest for another trip. Norwegian Bliss keeps you well fed. 18 places to eat, with 7 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in Seattle before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And August means long, warm days. Good for the ports, good for the pool. Sometimes the best trips are the ones you just go ahead and book.