Alaska Cruise from Vancouver onboard Azamara Pursuit ITINERARY
Day 1 – Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Coast Mountains, Vancouver is renowned for its natural beauty. Explore Stanley Park, home to lush gardens and scenic seawalls, or taste its diverse culinary scene, from fresh seafood to international cuisine, reflecting its multicultural heritage.
Day 2 – Cruising Inside Passage, United States
Day 3 – Ketchikan (Ward Cove), Alaska, United States
Head to Ketchikan, known for its vibrant Native American heritage, which you can see on totem poles on display throughout town, and stunning beauty, being faced to the Inside Passage. Visitors can explore the colorful Creek Street, lined with charming shops and historic buildings, or visit the Totem Heritage Center to learn about the area’s Indigenous culture and art.
Tonight, celebrate Southeast Alaska through regional flavors, Native dance, live music, and the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show during this lively AzAmazing Evening®.
Day 4 – Klawock, Alaska, United States
Continue to Klawock, famous for being the site of the first salmon cannery in Alaska. Here, you can find a large collection of totem poles and visit the Klawock Totem Park to learn about Tlingit history, clans, and legends. Enjoy a Klawock Highlights’ tour, or take a guided forest walk through Tongass National Forest.
Day 5 – Sitka, Alaska, United States
Proceed to Sitka, offering both dramatic ocean-and-mountain landscapes and rich Russian colonial history. Spot whales, puffins and otters aboard a high-speed expedition vessel, or visit Fortress of the Bear, Sitka National Historical Park, in which you can take a look into the region’s indigenous culture, and the Alaska Raptor Center.
Day 6 – Icy Strait Point, Alaska, United States
Icy Strait Point offers an authentic glimpse into the rich culture and natural beauty of the region. It is the perfect city for whale, sea lions and orcas spotting. For thrill-seekers, the world’s largest zipline awaits, offering stunning views of the lush forests and surrounding waters. Today, join a certified captain for a halibut fishing trip, experience breathtaking views from the Sky Peak Gondola or paddle through the protected waters of Port Frederick in a two-person kayak.
Day 7 – Haines, Alaska, United States
Nestled between the stunning mountains and the Lynn Canal, Haines is famous for its stunning fjord landscapes and rich native American heritage. It hosts the world’s largest gathering of bald eagles, which you can visit along with the Alaska Indian Arts Center to discover local arts and crafts.
Day 8 – Wrangell, United States
Sail to Wrangell, the only town in the state to have existed under three flags and be ruled by four countries. It is located at the mouth of Stikine River, in which you can navigate by jet boat and enjoy local bites, such as salmon. Or venture to the Anan Wildlife Observatory, where you might catch a glimpse of black bears and eagles in their natural habitat.
Day 9 – Cruising Inside Passage, United States
Day 10 – Nanaimo, British Colombia, Canada
Arrive in Nanaimo, offering rich history and scenic waterfronts perfect for kayaking and hiking the nearby Westwood Lake trails. Enjoy stunning aerial views over Nanaimo’s harbor and coastline on a floatplane tour, explore Nanaimo’s scenic harbor on a guided tour or a cranberry farm and Nanaimo’s heritage district. Be sure to try the famous Nanaimo Bar, a sweet treat named after the city, before continuing to your last stop, Vancouver.
Day 11 – Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
End your journey in Vancouver, British Columbia’s capital.
