Departure
Monday, March 30, 2026
Arrival
Monday, June 15, 2026
Duration
77 nights
Departing from
Sydney, AUArriving at
Vancouver, CAShip
Viking Orion
Cruise Line
Viking Cruises
Monday, March 30, 2026
Sydney is Australia's largest city and a major Pacific cruise homeport, with ships docking at the Overseas Passenger Terminal in Circular Quay (walking…
Live webcamThursday, April 30, 2026
Otaru is a historic port town on Hokkaido's west coast, serving as one of two cruise options for the Sapporo area. Ships dock at the Otaru Cruise Terminal…
Explainers
Inside Passage vs Gulf of Alaska: Which Cruise Route Should You Take?
Inside Passage and Gulf of Alaska are the two main Alaska cruise routes. Inside Passage is calmer and shorter; Gulf of Alaska adds Hubbard Glacier and routes you to Anchorage. Here's how to choose.
Ports
From Seward to Anchorage by Train: The Cruise Connection
Seward is the second cruise gateway to the Alaska interior — but unlike Whittier, the connection to Anchorage runs through the Kenai Peninsula on one of America's most scenic train rides.
Ships
Alaska's 2026 Cruise Newcomers: Virgin Voyages and Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
Two cruise lines launch their first-ever Alaska season in 2026 — Virgin Voyages with Brilliant Lady (adults-only resort), Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection with Luminara (452-guest ultra-luxury). Same season, opposite ends.
Seasons
The 2026 Alaska Cruise Season Opens: First-Week Tracker Recap
Three ships, three stories. Noordam first into Ketchikan, Volendam off-script at Kodiak, Coral Princess opening Whittier. Week one of the 2026 Alaska cruise season.
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park. Turnaround port for Gulf of Alaska cruises.
Live webcamTuesday, May 5, 2026
North America's largest tidewater glacier at 76 miles long. Scenic cruising only — no docking.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Private port near Hoonah. Known for whale watching and the world's largest zipline.
Live webcamThursday, May 7, 2026
Former capital of Russian Alaska. Rich in Tlingit and Russian heritage with stunning coastal scenery.
Live webcamFriday, May 8, 2026
The 'Salmon Capital of the World' and first port of call for northbound ships. Known for totem poles and Creek Street.
Live webcamSaturday, May 9, 2026
Canada Place cruise terminal. Major departure point for Alaska Inside Passage cruises.
Live webcam