Ultimate Alaska

Itinerary

San Francisco, Ketchikan, Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier (Cruising),  Haines, Sitka, Glacier Bay National Park (Cruising), Hubbard Glacier (Cruising), Valdez, Anchorage (Seward), ollege Fjord (Scenic Cruising), Icy Strait Point, kagway, Juneau, Wrangell, Vancouver, Victoria, San Francisco

Description

Pricing based on departure date 06 June 2025

Alternate departure available for travel in 2025, Call us for the availability

Itinerary Highlights

San Francisco, California

Cable cars, the Golden Gate rising from the fog - welcome to San Francisco, arguably the most romantic and cosmopolitan city in the United States. San Francisco has it all: a colorful history, superb restaurants, sophisticated museums, world-class shopping, and that elusive air of romance and abandon that's part of the tang of the city.

Ketchikan, Alaska

Ketchikan is known as Alaska's "First City" because it's the first major community travelers come to as they journey north. Located on an island, Ketchikan began life as an Indian fishing camp. The name Ketchikan comes from a Tlingit phrase that means "eagle with spread-out wings," a reference to a waterfall near town.

Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier (Scenic Cruising), Alaska

This narrow fjord is located approximately 50 miles southeast of Juneau and is part of the Tracy Arm-Fords Terror Wilderness area. Breathtaking Endicott Arm extends over 30 miles long, with nearly one-fifth of its area covered in ice. At the head of the fjord, tidewater glaciers, such as the Dawes Glacier, regularly expel enormous chunks of ice into the waters below in a magnificent process known as calving.

Haines, Alaska

A canoe slipped into the mouth of the Chilkat Inlet in November 1879, carrying Presbyterian missionary S. Hall Young and his friend, John Muir. Young told the Chilkat Indians that he wanted to build a Christian town. He chose space between two waterways, the Chilkat River and the Lynn Canal, and the town of Haines was born.

Sitka, Alaska

This was the beginning of permanent Russian settlement in North America. But New Archangel was destroyed three years later by the Tlingit Indians in an attempt to reclaim their ancestral home. Their brief victory ended in 1804, when Baranof returned with warships and retook Sitka in the Battle of Alaska. Sitka was now the captial of Russian America.

Glacier Bay National Park (Scenic Cruising), Alaska

Princess is one of a select few cruise lines permitted to cruise the pristine waters of Glacier Bay, the highlight of our 7-day Voyage of the Glaciers cruise. Just west of Juneau, this breathtaking national park and preserve boasts some of the world's most spectacular tidewater glaciers, such as Margerie Glacier, which often drops colossal chunks of ice into the sea. Not surprisingly, Glacier Bay National Park and its epic ice giants are part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site comprising Alaska's magnificent park system.

Hubbard Glacier (Scenic Cruising), Alaska

Nicknamed the "Galloping Glacier," this east Alaskan glacier is rapidly advancing toward the Gulf of Alaska into a pristine area known as Disenchantment Bay. In fact, its movement temporarily formed a natural dam that twice closed off nearby Russell Fjord from the bay, but the intense water pressure building within the fjord-turned-lake has thus far been enough to explode through the wall of ice.

Valdez, Alaska

Developed in 1898, the Valdez Glacier Trail was promoted as an easy way to reach the Klondike Gold Fields. The prospectors who believed this were deceived, as the glacier trail was twice as long and steep as reported and many died attempting the crossing. In 1964 the Good Friday Earthquake led to a massive underwater landslide, causing a 30-foot-high tsunami. The original land site was abandoned and reestablished four miles away in its current location.

Anchorage (Seward), Alaska

Throughout the 1790s, Baranov used Resurrection Bay as Alaska's first shipyard, building small, sturdy boats to hunt sea otters. In 1903, railroad surveyors formally established Seward as a sea terminal and supply center for the Alaska Railroad, mainly because of its deep, ice-free harbor.

College Fjord (Scenic Cruising), Alaska

Discovered in the northwest corner of Prince William Sound during an 1899 research expedition, spectacular College Fjord and its glaciers were named after prestigious east coast schools by the college professors who first laid eyes upon their majesty.

Icy Strait Point, Alaska

Hoonah, meaning "village by the cliff," is home to the Huna Tlingit who have occupied this area for thousands of years. Local legend tells how they were forced from their ancestral home in Glacier Bay by advancing glaciers, resulting in their relocation to and settlement of Hoonah.

Skagway, Alaska

Skagway was the gateway to the gold fields for the thousands who flocked to Alaska and the Yukon with the hope of striking it rich. Skagway may have boasted the shortest route to the Klondike, but it wasn't the easiest.

Juneau, Alaska

From their discovery came three of the largest gold mines in the world. By the end of World War II, more than $150 million in gold had been mined. Eventually the mines closed, but the town Joe Juneau founded became the capital of Alaska and the business of gold was replaced by the business of government.

Vancouver, Canada

During the gold rush, Gassy Jack saw a chance to make money from the hordes of miners on their way to the Yukon. The saloon he built became the focus of the shanty town known as Gastown. From that ragtag group of shacks, modern Vancouver was born. The provincial government persuaded settlers to change the name of the town to Vancouver, after Captain George Vancouver, who sailed the region's waters in 1792.

Victoria, Canada

Victoria exudes old-world charm and fragrant, colorful flowers are everywhere. Founded in 1843 by James Douglas of the Hudson's Bay Company, the city was first known as Fort Victoria. By 1848, Vancouver Island was a British colony and Victoria was its capital.

Upgrade to our Princess Plus® or Princess Premier® packages – you'll love the value!

Wi-Fi, drinks – and more – bundled at more than 65% off. It's one of the best deals around. Even if all you want is unlimited Wi-Fi, a few drinks and casual dining, the Princess Plus® package pays for itself. Really!

Princess Plus®

Single-device Wi-Fi

We’ve amped up our Wi-Fi to give you more of what you love: staying connected. Introducing MedallionNet® Max, our highest-performing Wi-Fi service with prioritized access to the world’s highest quality bandwidth available. 

Plus beverage package

Our Plus Beverage Package includes the classics: fountain soft-drinks, specialty coffees and teas, cocktails, spirits, wine and beer up to $22 each. Even hot chocolate, smoothies and water to go. You'll also enjoy 25% off all bottles of wine.

Premium desserts

Indulge your sweet tooth each day with two Princess Premium desserts, elaborate confections overflowing with gelato, pastry and candy mixtures that will be available within Gelateria, Swirls or Coffee and Cones.

Fitness classes

Break a sweat with two included fitness classes from Xponential – from Pure Barre to Yoga Six and Stretch Lab. A great option for staying balanced during your time away!

Casual dining

Dine out twice at our relaxed sit-down restaurants, like Alfredo’s and Kai Sushi, and popular pop-ups, like Planks and Steamers. Pizza, sushi, BBQ, seafood – what’s not to love?

OceanNow® delivery

Why want for anything when what you need can come to YOU? Doesn’t matter if it’s something to eat, drink, wear, whatever. Just order and it’ll find you anywhere on board. (At no extra cost.)

Your Ship: Ruby Princess

Fresh from a multi-million dollar renovation, Ruby Princess is a luminous jewel on the seas and a romantic destination in itself. She offers nearly 900 balconies from which to view the world, an array of entertainment options including Movies Under the Stars®, now with the industry's best 7.1 surround sound for an immersive audio experience, and sumptuous dining options from Crown Grill to exciting new top deck dining venues including Slice Pizzeria and Coffee & Cones.

Ship Highlights

• Enjoy specialty restaurants which always deliver an extraordinary experience
• Tax and Duty-free Shopping
• Take a dip in the sparkling freshwater pools and leave your everyday world behind
• Dazzling Entertainment Every Day and Night
• Grab a seat, order a cocktail and be prepared to be entertained by lineup of world class entertainer
• Revitalize and refresh body, mind and soul with Princess

Terms & Conditions

All fares are displayed in Indian Rupees and pricing is per person based on twin share occupancy unless stated otherwise. Although all due care is taken to keep information as up-to-date as possible, pricing and availability are subject to change without notice: due to varying timing schedules of supplier automated update processes; currency fluctuations; fuel surcharges or government tax & fee changes and may not be guaranteed until paid in full. Gratuities may be an additional onboard charge depending on particular cruise line selected. Please ask your cruise consultant for any clarification of Terms & Conditions.