Sapphire Cathedral – Glacier Bay & Whittier

About this cruise

Block out 14 nights from September 2, 2026 and let this sailing from Vancouver do its thing. The route covers Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay, Whittier and Hubbard Glacier and there's plenty of room to breathe between each stop. 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. Don't rush through Glacier Bay, which is known as Where ice sculpts the silence. Roughly 11 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Island Princess keeps you well fed. 6 places to eat, with 3 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. With more nights comes more time for the ship's rhythm to kick in: morning coffee in the same spot, evening shows, late-night conversations on deck. If you've done the short cruises and want more, this is the upgrade. Longer, deeper, and more relaxed. 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. All told, 6 ports across 14 nights covers a lot.