Thundering Ice – Skagway & Juneau

About this cruise

7 nights, 6 ports, all from Whittier on August 12, 2026. The route visits Hubbard Glacier, Glacier Bay, Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan and Vancouver and the whole thing just flows. The trip wraps in Vancouver, so you won't retrace your steps. The itinerary clusters several port calls together. Fast-paced for a few days, then the sea days hit and you can catch your breath. Glaciers, whales, snow-capped mountains. Alaska is about as far from a beach holiday as you can get. 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, From casual buffets to proper sit-down restaurants, Island Princess has 6 dining spots on board, most of them included. An August departure puts you in the best summer conditions: long days, warm nights, plenty of sun. Whether you've cruised before or not, this 7-night itinerary is a genuinely good one.