ALASKA CRUISE GLACIERS & WILDLIFE
Inside Passage • Icefields • Untamed Nature
9 Days / 8 Nights
₹
3,25,000
/ Person*
Quick Overview (Inside Passage)
- Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights
- Route: Vancouver • Juneau • Skagway • Ketchikan
- Category: Cruise • Nature • Wildlife
- Starting Price: ₹3,25,000 per person* (Flights Included)
PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS
- International flights from Mumbai included
- One of the world’s most scenic cruise routes
- Glacier viewing day included (Hubbard / Tracy Arm / Glacier Bay)
- High chances of wildlife sightings: whales, eagles, seals
- Historic Gold Rush towns & Calm Inside Passage sailing
- Nature-focused, premium aspirational cruise experience
CRUISE OVERVIEW
Alaska cruising is about scenery and silence, not nightlife or beaches. The ship moves slowly through fjords and icefields, often pausing near glaciers for extended viewing. This is why balcony cabins matter more here than anywhere else.
Ports are small, authentic, and excursion-driven. Sea days are not “empty” — they are the highlight, dedicated to glacier viewing and wildlife spotting. This cruise is seasonal, premium, and deeply rewarding when done correctly.
PACKAGE PRICE OPTIONS
₹3,25,000 – ₹3,55,000
Inside Cabin
- Inside stateroom (no window)
- Full-board dining included
- Glacier viewing from public decks
- Best value for budget-conscious travellers
- Flights from Mumbai included
₹3,80,000 – ₹4,30,000
Ocean View Cabin
- Window cabin (natural daylight)
- Better glacier viewing comfort
- Recommended minimum for Alaska
- Full-board dining included
- Flights from Mumbai included
₹4,75,000 – ₹5,60,000
Balcony Cabin
- Private balcony for private viewing
- Glacier & fjord viewing from cabin
- Best photography & comfort
- Strongly recommended for couples
- Flights from Mumbai included
DAY–BY–DAY ITINERARY
Day 1: Mumbai → Vancouver
- Departure from Mumbai (BOM)
- International flight to Vancouver
- One-stop routing via Europe / Middle East
- Overnight on flight
Day 2: Arrival in Vancouver (Buffer Night)
- Arrival at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
- Immigration & customs
- Transfer to hotel near cruise terminal
- Rest after long flight
- Mandatory buffer night due to long-haul arrival
🏨 Overnight: Vancouver (Hotel included)
Day 3: Vancouver – Embarkation Day
- Breakfast at hotel & Transfer to cruise terminal
- Embarkation (afternoon)
- Explore ship & Safety drill
- Cruise departs Vancouver via Inside Passage
🚢 Overnight: Onboard Ship
Day 4: Inside Passage (Sea Day)
- Full scenic sea day
- Fjords, islands & dense forests
- Whale & eagle sightings (seasonal)
- Onboard naturalist talks
🚢 Overnight: Onboard Ship
Day 5: Juneau (Alaska)
- Port of Call: Juneau
- Options: Mendenhall Glacier, Whale watching, Mount Roberts Tramway
- Sail towards next port in evening
🚢 Overnight: Onboard Ship
Day 6: Skagway (Alaska)
- Port of Call: Skagway
- Options: White Pass Scenic Railway, Gold Rush heritage walk
- Mountain & glacier excursions
🚢 Overnight: Onboard Ship
Day 7: Glacier Viewing Day (Sea Day)
- Early morning glacier approach
- Hubbard Glacier / Glacier Bay / Tracy Arm Fjord (ship dependent)
- Slow sailing & 360° viewing
- Ice calving sounds & photography
🚢 Overnight: Onboard Ship
Day 8: Ketchikan (Alaska)
- Port of Call: Ketchikan
- Options: Totem heritage sites, Creek Street, Rainforest walks
- Farewell onboard events
🚢 Overnight: Onboard Ship
Day 9: Vancouver – Disembarkation → Mumbai
- Early breakfast & Disembarkation
- Transfer to airport
- International flight to Mumbai
- Tour concludes
FLIGHTS & TRANSFERS
International Flights Included: Mumbai → Vancouver → Mumbai (Economy Class).
Transfers Included: Airport → Hotel → Cruise Terminal → Airport.
Business class upgrade available on request.
SHIP & ONBOARD EXPERIENCE
- Glacier-view lounges & observation decks
- Educational talks & ranger programs
- Indoor pools & heated areas
- Fine dining & casual restaurants
- Quiet, mature onboard atmosphere
📌 Alaska cruises are more refined than festive.
✅ PACKAGE INCLUSIONS
- International flights from Mumbai included
- 1-night Vancouver hotel (pre-cruise)
- 7-night Alaska cruise accommodation
- All meals onboard cruise
- Onboard glacier viewing programs
- Port taxes & Transfers
❌ PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS
- Canada visa fees
- Shore excursions
- Cruise gratuities (payable onboard)
- Specialty dining & spa
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
Ideal For
Nature & wildlife lovers
Couples & photographers
Mature travellers
Premium, slow travel seekers
Best Time To Sail
May to September is the Alaska cruise season. June-July offers best wildlife & daylight. August-September offers fewer crowds and autumn colours.
Important Notes
- Balcony cabins highly recommended
- Weather can be cold even in summer
- Glacier visibility depends on conditions
- Excursions sell out early
❌ CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
Cancellation charges depend on cruise line policies.
Standard Cancellation Slabs:
- 90+ days before travel: Minimal Charges
- 60–89 days before travel: Deposit Amount
- 30–59 days before travel: 50% of package cost
- Less than 30 days / No-show: No refund
Frequently Asked Questions FAQs
Do I need a visa?
Yes, a valid Canadian Visa is required for Indian citizens.
Is food included?
Yes, all meals onboard the cruise are included (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
Is it cold in summer?
Weather can be cold even in summer. Dressing in layers is highly recommended.
Will I get seasick?
The Inside Passage is generally very calm, but motion sickness is possible in open waters.
Are excursions included?
No, shore excursions are optional and can be booked onboard at extra cost.