2026 Alaska’s Glacier Bay & Island Adventure (Sitka- Juneau)

A small-ship cruise exploring Alaska’s abundant wildlife and glacial fjords. Kayak, hike, and experience the local Tlingit culture on this unforgettable journey.


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Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Starts: Sitka, United States
Ends: Juneau, United States
Language: English speaking voyage

This is a small-ship cruise on the Alaskan Dream, a 40-passenger vessel. The itinerary focuses on an authentic experience, exploring off-the-beaten-path destinations.

All rates are per person based on double occupancy. Single Supplement 150% of double occupancy rate. Children 15 & under are 15% off. 3rd & 4th guests are 15% off, applicable when 2 adults or 1 adult & 1 child is booked in room. Port fees & taxes are in addition to your cruise fare and are subject to change up until a booking is paid in full.


Included


Embark on an 8-day, 7-night small-ship cruise through Southeast Alaska's most abundant wildlife areas and stunning glacial fjords. Journey to explore remote wilderness bays, including Frederick Sound and other remote destinations, by expedition vessel. Experience local Southeast Alaska culture in a rarely visited Alaska Native village and a charming fishing town. You’ll disembark having explored the True Alaska that few travelers get to experience. This voyage is designed to go beyond the typical cruise, offering a more intimate and authentic experience as you explore hidden coves, remote inlets, and lesser-known ports.

Your adventure will take you to Glacier Bay National Park, a remarkable fjord with tidewater glaciers and pristine habitat for a wide array of wildlife. You will also journey through Tracy Arm, a wilderness with glaciers, pristine waterfalls, towering icebergs, and granite cliffs. The trip offers daily opportunities to engage with the natural beauty and local culture, from kayaking and hiking to exploring the unique boardwalk road of Pelican, a small fishing community. You will experience the inspiring culture of the Tlingit in the Alaska Native village of Kake and visit the world’s tallest totem pole.

Highlights:
Explore by expedition vessel in wilderness bays, Frederick Sound, and other remote destinations.
Navigate through Tracy Arm Fjord and Glacier Bay National Park.
Experience local Southeast Alaska culture in a rarely visited Alaska Native village and a charming fishing town.
View the world’s tallest totem pole and an artist demonstration.
Enjoy kayaking, hiking, and exploring by skiff in remote areas.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Sitka
Embarkation and wildlife scouting
Welcome to Sitka. Embarkation is at 4:00 pm. We'll sail north of town, scouting for bald eagles, sea otters, bears, whales, and other wildlife.
Meals included: Dinner

Day 2: Baranof Island's Waterfall Coast
Exploring remote wilderness
Spend the day exploring remote, Inside Passage wilderness. You will have an opportunity to kayak or hike on Baranof Island’s charming shoreline, dubbed “The Waterfall Coast”.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 3: Kake
Native culture and whale watching
Visit the Alaska Native village of Kake to see the world’s tallest totem pole and experience the culture of the Tlingit. Later, you'll explore the Alaska wilderness in picturesque Frederick Sound, an area frequented by humpback whales.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 4: Petersburg & Wilderness Exploration
Glacial wonders and a local town
Discover the charming Mitkof Island fishing town of Petersburg, founded by Norwegian fishermen. You'll have an opportunity to hike a trail on Mitkof Island or cross the Wrangell Narrows in an expedition vessel for a scenic hike on Kupreanof Island. Later, the captain will choose an exciting activity based on the day’s circumstances.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 5: Tracy Arm Fjord
A wild, unfinished Yosemite
Journey through Tracy or Endicott Arm in the Tracy Arm-Fords Terror Wilderness, a place known for its glaciers, pristine waterfalls, towering icebergs, and granite cliffs. This wilderness is often referred to by locals as one of the most scenic areas in the state.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 6: Glacier Bay National Park
Exploring a national treasure
This remarkable national park fjord extends 65 miles and provides pristine habitat for a wide array of wildlife. The highlight for many is the Margerie Glacier or John Hopkins Glacier, known for their dramatic calving displays.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 7: Lisianski Inlet & Pelican
Paddling in a remote inlet
Transit Lisianski Inlet, a narrow body of water between Yakobi and Chichagof Island. Explore the unique boardwalk “road” of Pelican, a small fishing community.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 8: Juneau
Disembarkation
Disembark in Juneau, the beautiful capital city of Alaska. Transportation to your hotel or the airport is complimentary on the day of disembarkation.
Meals included: Breakfast

Itinerary

Day 1: Sitka
Embarkation and wildlife scouting
Welcome to Sitka. Embarkation is at 4:00 pm. We'll sail north of town, scouting for bald eagles, sea otters, bears, whales, and other wildlife.
Meals included: Dinner

Day 2: Baranof Island's Waterfall Coast
Exploring remote wilderness
Spend the day exploring remote, Inside Passage wilderness. You will have an opportunity to kayak or hike on Baranof Island’s charming shoreline, dubbed “The Waterfall Coast”.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 3: Kake
Native culture and whale watching
Visit the Alaska Native village of Kake to see the world’s tallest totem pole and experience the culture of the Tlingit. Later, you'll explore the Alaska wilderness in picturesque Frederick Sound, an area frequented by humpback whales.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 4: Petersburg & Wilderness Exploration
Glacial wonders and a local town
Discover the charming Mitkof Island fishing town of Petersburg, founded by Norwegian fishermen. You'll have an opportunity to hike a trail on Mitkof Island or cross the Wrangell Narrows in an expedition vessel for a scenic hike on Kupreanof Island. Later, the captain will choose an exciting activity based on the day’s circumstances.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 5: Tracy Arm Fjord
A wild, unfinished Yosemite
Journey through Tracy or Endicott Arm in the Tracy Arm-Fords Terror Wilderness, a place known for its glaciers, pristine waterfalls, towering icebergs, and granite cliffs. This wilderness is often referred to by locals as one of the most scenic areas in the state.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 6: Glacier Bay National Park
Exploring a national treasure
This remarkable national park fjord extends 65 miles and provides pristine habitat for a wide array of wildlife. The highlight for many is the Margerie Glacier or John Hopkins Glacier, known for their dramatic calving displays.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 7: Lisianski Inlet & Pelican
Paddling in a remote inlet
Transit Lisianski Inlet, a narrow body of water between Yakobi and Chichagof Island. Explore the unique boardwalk “road” of Pelican, a small fishing community.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 8: Juneau
Disembarkation
Disembark in Juneau, the beautiful capital city of Alaska. Transportation to your hotel or the airport is complimentary on the day of disembarkation.
Meals included: Breakfast


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INCLUSIONS

Selected passenger cabin facilities
All meals aboard the vessel or where otherwise indicated
Selected shore excursions as indicated in itinerary (subject to “Excursions Disclaimer” in our Terms and Conditions)
Ground transportation to and from the vessel’s location at time of embarkation and disembarkation
Ground transportation from the local airport to selected hotels at the vessel’s location the day before or the day of vessel embarkation
Ground transportation from selected hotels at the vessel’s location to the local airport the day of or the day after vessel disembarkation
Use of recreational equipment as indicated in itinerary
All standard onboard services

EXCLUSIONS

Airfare to and from your home city
Beer, wine, and other alcoholic beverages
Gratuities to crew
FareHarbor and other travel agent charges
Travel insurance
Taxes and port fees


Dates & Rates


Ship: Alaskan Dream | Date: 17 May 2026 - 24 May 2026 (4389)
AA
$6,295
AAA
$6,895
Owner´s Suite
$8,895
Vista View
$10,295
Ship: Alaskan Dream | Date: 24 May 2026 - 31 May 2026 (4390)
AA
$6,295
AAA
$6,895
Owner´s Suite
$8,895
Vista View
$10,295
Ship: Alaskan Dream | Date: 31 May 2026 - 07 Jun 2026 (4391)
AA
$6,295
AAA
$6,895
Owner´s Suite
$8,895
Vista View
$10,295
Ship: Alaskan Dream | Date: 12 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026 (4467)
AA
$6,295
AAA
$6,895
Owner´s Suite
$8,895
Vista View
$10,295

* The prices are per person in US Dollars, unless expressly specified in a different currency. In that case, payment will be in US dollars at the exchange rate of the day.
** Rates are correct at the time of publication. All prices will be re-confirmed by email at the time of booking.
NOTE: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed.

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