Explore Alaska's Sheltered Waterways with Cruise West

Alaska small ship cruises provide a unique Alaska cruising experience

The Small-Ship Advantage:

  • Cruise West ship invesitgates a waterfall in an Alaska waterwayShips carry a maximum of 102 guests.

  • Vessels can negotiate the narrowest of waterways, allowing close viewing of scenic coastlines and wildlife.

  • All activities are in small groups, so you never overwhelm a local community or crowd the forest trails.

  • With limited numbers aboard, your attentive crew will be able to provide personalized service, so you always feel genuinely welcome.

Itinerary choices are provided by Cruise West and include 4 or 5 day cruises in Prince William Sound (near Anchorage) and Glacier Bay (from Juneau), 7 day adventures along the Inside Passage from Juneau or Ketchikan.

The Inside Passage

Cruise West ship investigates a Prince William Sound glacier9 day/ 8 night cruise through the sheltered waters and small towns of the Inside Passage.  Destinations include Misty Fjords, Frederick Sound, Tracy Arm and Glacier Bay. Cruise is one way between Juneau and Ketchikan (or reverse).

 

Prince William Sound

This 4 or 5 day cruises offers Alaska's most spectacular glacier viewing and  breathtaking scenery. Destinations include College Fjord, Chenega Glacier, and the port of Cordova - one of Alaska's hidden gems. Cruise is roundtrip from Whittier (transfers provided between Anchorage).

 

Glacier Bay

4 or 5 day cruise through the fjords and inlets of Glacier Bay. Destinations include Skagway, Haines, Glacier Bay, and Icy Strait. Cruise is roundtrip from Juneau.