Check into your hotel and start exploring Juneau. Stroll through downtown, where boutique shops showcase unique local crafts, including Tlingit-inspired jewelry and hand-carved totems. Visit the Juneau-Douglas City Museum to learn about gold mining and Russian influence, or explore Native artifacts and modern art at the Sealaska Heritage Institute.

Ride the Mount Roberts Tramway from the waterfront to the sub-alpine zone. As the tram climbs, take in sweeping views of forested islands, misty coves, and towering mountain peaks.

Continue your journey through Alaska’s scenic waters. As the ship departs, watch the horizon for whales, often spotted breaching in these rich feeding grounds. Settle into your spacious stateroom and take advantage of onboard activities. Enjoy cocktail hour and live entertainment to cap off the evening.

Nestled at the northern end of the Lynn Canal, the mountains rise steeply from the shoreline and seem to wrap around Haines. View the bears that regularly feed on salmon along a river on the edge of town.

Bald eagles are the stars of more than 260 species of birds in the adjacent Chilkat Valley. Enjoy a variety of activities, including a guided wildlife expedition, a private kayaking and rafting tour, or a visit to a bald eagle rehabilitation center.

Haines Local Loop- Complimentary Excursion
This convenient shuttle will transport you from the ship to the center of Haines and back. At your leisure, explore the rich history, scenic beauty, and vibrant culture of this enchanting Alaskan town. This daily shuttle runs on a continuous loop.  
Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

Valley of the Eagles Nature & Wildlife Expedition - Complimentary Excursion
Knowledgeable and experienced local naturalists will guide you through the "Valley of the Eagles" to take in Alaska's nature and wildlife in six different wildlife habitats: ocean, estuary, river, lake, muskeg, and rainforest. Nestled between rugged glaciers and snow-capped mountains, the fertile Chilkoot Valley provides you with the potential to observe a wide variety of wildlife including brown bears, bald eagles, whales, seals, and river otters.
Activity Level: Moderate | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

Located at the northernmost point of the Inside Passage, the small town of Skagway became known as the “Gateway to the Yukon.” It grew rapidly as 100,000 adventurous Americans traveled north, hoping to make it rich. Learn more about this amazing story at the National Park Service’s Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. Antique streetcars with colorful guides still offer tours of the old frontier and gold-rush-era buildings.

Take a vintage locomotive up the breathtaking mountain pass on your way to Canada aboard the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad, completed in 1900. Explore the town’s false-front buildings, which house a charming array of shops, restaurants, bars, and museums.

A Day in Skagway Adventure - Complimentary Excursion
This exciting all-day excursion is in three parts:
• Street Car Exploration - Travel aboard a yellow 1927 sightseeing streetcar as your costumed “conductor” shares a century of history, behind-the-scenes tales, and stories of life in small town Alaska. Explore the scenic waterfront, National Park Historic District, and Skagway’s residential neighborhood.
• White Pass Journey to Glacier Station - Step aboard the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad and back in time to the Klondike Gold Rush of 1898. Relax in vintage passenger coaches as you retrace the start of the Trail of 98’ just like the gold seekers did over 123 years ago. This rail excursion includes tales of frontier Alaska, the gold rush and what life is like our small town of Skagway along with can’t miss scenery and photo opportunities. Let us show you why the railroad is known as the “Scenic Railway of the World.”
• Journey to the Summit - Board a big-windowed mini-coach for an adventure to the summit of the Klondike Highway, one of North America’s most beautiful roads. View Deadhorse Trail, the White Pass Railroad, Pitchfork Falls, and Moore Bridge, as well as numerous glaciers and peaks. 
Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes
Passport Required

Transport into Skagway - Complimentary Excursion
This convenient shuttle will transport you from the ship to the center of town and back. At your leisure, explore Skagway’s variety of unique shops, restaurants, and gold-rush-era buildings that line its historic streets. Running daily on a continuous loop.
Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

There is no place in the world quite like Glacier Bay National Park. The park sprawls majestically over 3.3 million acres of dynamic topography. Thousands of glaciers descend toward the bay, which is surrounded by the Fairweather Mountain Range, known to collect more than 200 feet of snow annually.  

American Cruise Lines is one of a few cruise lines that allowed privileged access to this natural wonder. Savor a day cruising through this 60-mile bay as you delight in the diverse and stunning surroundings. Sip on cocoa as the ship floats beneath massive glaciers. Gaze in amazement at hundreds of seals hauled out on floating icebergs and massive chunks of ice breaking off and collapsing into the water. Enjoy awe-inspiring sights as your onboard presenter shares stories about the unique aspects that make this place remarkable.

Interpretive Glacier Bay Program - Complimentary Excursion
The marine wilderness of Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is like no place else on earth. The park includes magnificent glaciers, towering snow-capped mountains, abundant wildlife, and miles of pristine coastline. Experience all of Glacier Bay’s beauty from the comfort of the American Constellation. A National Park Service Ranger will board the ship for the day and will provide expert narration as we cruise through Glacier Bay, identifying wildlife including orcas, humpback whales, brown bears, and bald eagles. Your tour will include a stop at a majestic tidewater glacier where you may hear the sounds of a calving glacier. American Cruise Lines has also made special arrangements to have an Huna Tlingit Cultural Interpreter join us on board who will share with you the fascinating human history and family stories of Glacier Bay’s native clans and people.
ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

Explore Bartlett Cove – Complimentary Excursion
Nestled within Glacier Bay National Park, Bartlett Cove serves as a stunning gateway to the breathtaking wilderness of the area. Stretch your legs and go for a morning hike along the forest trails of this serene cove. View wildlife including seals, sea lions, and diverse bird species as you enjoy a picturesque backdrop of towering mountains and lush forests. Visit the Glacier Bay Lodge and have a bite to eat or explore the bookstore and second-floor exhibits depicting the natural and cultural wonders of Glacier Bay.  
Activity Level: Low | ADA Accessible: Partial

This day of cruising offers an array of scenic highlights as the ship meanders the narrow channel of the Tracy Arm Fjord. Throughout the 25-mile journey, the waterway averages only about a mile wide, framed by steep vertical cliffs stretching more than 3,000 feet high. Pockets of valleys reveal views of larger, snow-capped peaks featuring mountainsides adorned with ancient forests and swaths of sparkling glaciers. 

Hundreds of waterfalls cascade down the cliffs and tumble into the water. The miraculous journey is further heightened as the ship arrives at the faces of the stunning twin Sawyer Glaciers that once combined to carve out this incredible waterway—seals lounge with their young on small ice floes. During glacier viewing, the crew prepares a delicious hot chocolate bar with an array of toppings and liqueurs.

The area is almost unchanged since naturalist John Muir visited in 1879 and described this special place as "shut in by sublime cliffs, nobly sculptured, and adorned with waterfalls and fringes of trees, bushes, and patches of flowers." 

As your ship docks in Petersburg, admire the surrounding mountains, white and gleaming, which rise to the sky. Founded more than 100 years ago by Norwegian fishermen, Petersburg is an authentic Alaskan fishing town, with most families making their living from the sea. Be warmly welcomed by locals and excursion guides who are proud to share the treasures of their hometown and honor the culture of those who first settled here.

For a spectacular view, take a flightseeing excursion and soar over massive glaciers, majestic valleys, and mystic bays. Explore the charming shops and quaint downtown museums, or hike along the waterfront to enjoy the surrounding wilderness. Charter a fishing boat for the afternoon in the adjacent Frederick Sound or delight in a jet boat adventure to nearby LeConte Glacier Bay.

Petersburg Dock Walk - Complimentary Excursion
Petersburg’s location is in the heart of southeast Alaska, making it ideal for major industry commercial fishing. Led by local fishermen and fishery biologists, enjoy a one-hour narrated dock walk through Petersburg’s boat harbors. Enjoy discussion of various fishing boats, methods of fishing, permits, processing and more.
Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

Discover Petersburg Exploration Shuttle - Complimentary
This convenient shuttle allows you to discover Petersburg independently as you shop and stroll through this charming fishing town. At your leisure, explore this island community which continues to make a living from the sea. Running daily on a continuous loop.
Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

Wrangell’s cozy little bay offers a broad view of the attractive town along the long valley descending from the backdrop of coastal mountains. The Stikine River empties into the ocean in braided rivulets across a wide delta to the north of town. Salmon runs attract wildlife, and observation areas enable you to safely watch eagles, seals, black bears, and brown bears feasting on the spawning fish.

If you’re feeling adventurous, you can ride a jet boat up the river, an important route during the Gold Rush. On exploring the town, savor the flavors of fresh salmon and halibut, participate in native Tlingit culture, or stop and pick from the wild bushes of blueberries and huckleberries.

Wrangell Experience - Complimentary Excursion
Discover the highlights of this truly Alaskan town and see its colorful history and native culture come to life while visiting the Petroglyph State Historic Site and the Wrangell Museum with its 5,000+ historic photos, native artifacts, Tlingit Petroglyphs, and fishing, mining and logging displays.
Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

Located amid the Tongass National Forest, Ketchikan, Alaska, is the beginning of the last frontier, with a glacier-carved wilderness of snow-capped mountains, waterfalls, and wildlife. Here, animals may outnumber people, as the densely wooded surrounding landscape of the Tongass National Forest is home to black bears, mountain goats, Sitka black-tailed deer, bald eagles, and more.

Various excellent museums share the cultural stories of the three main tribes that have lived in Southeast Alaska – Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian. In Saxman’s Totem Park, view 25 totems, each authentic replica of poles abandoned in native villages as people moved to towns and cities. Go flightseeing to admire the nearby magical Misty Fiords National Monument. Cheer at a lumberjack demonstration show highlighting the region’s logging industry. Stroll along Creek Street’s wooden boardwalks and shops on wooden pilings above the stream.

Potlatch Totem Park & City Exploration - Complimentary Excursion
Experience the beauty of the Ketchikan coastal community as you visit Potlatch Totem Park, a 19th-century native village located on historic Tlingit Native fishing grounds. View multiple houses, totem poles, and panels, while appreciating the beauty of smoothly carved wood and hearing the legends behind the designs. Visit the carving studio for an exclusive demonstration by the current carver in residence and learn about their ancient techniques. Explore the onsite antique car collection, featuring a 1934 Ford Coupe and 1924 Stanley Steamer as well as a display of rare antique firearms. Enjoy a narrated drive through the historical downtown area of Ketchikan to view the waterfront, bustling with float planes and cruise ships.
Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

With an imposing mountain scape around you, the calm waters of the Inside Passage and Frederick Sound are the perfect backdrop for today’s day of cruising. As ice-capped peaks disappear into the sky, you can participate in many onboard activities, engage in in-depth presentations, or make the day your own on board. 
Settle comfortably in one of the spacious lounges, with large windows perfect for taking in the stunning landscapes and making new acquaintances. Head to the sun deck to practice your short game on the putting green. Unwind in the comfort of your stateroom, boasting a full wall of windows, or enjoy the crisp air from your private veranda as the captain expertly guides the ship past roaring waterfalls, secluded lodges, and magical hidden coves.

The nutrient-rich waters here attract thousands of humpback whales, alongside orcas, sea lions, seals, dolphins, and porpoises, offering frequent wildlife sightings. Be on the lookout for the spectacular dance of whales performing bubble-net feeding or gracefully breaching the surface.

Spend a relaxing day cruising the Queen Charlotte Strait, a spectacular part of the Inside Passage that winds its way through a labyrinth of island chains from Washington State to Alaska. As you sail these protected waters, the ever-evolving scenery of the Broughton Archipelago surrounds you, offering a parade of wildlife. Keep an eye out for orcas surfacing, harbor seals dotting the rocky shores, and sea lions navigating the cool waters. Look upwards to catch glimpses of bald eagles gliding overhead, their impressive wings cutting through the sky.

Enjoy a peaceful day sailing the majestic 150-mile Strait of Georgia, which lies between Vancouver Island and the British Columbia mainland. With fewer than 180 guests onboard, each individual is promised a spectacular view of the region's stunning landscapes. From your own furnished private balcony, witness the unique and ecologically significant estuary system where numerous rivers merge into the sea.

As you sail, keep an eye out for the intricate dance of marine life in the waters below—where seals, dolphins, and occasional whales might be spotted—and watch the sky for the flight of coastal birds against a backdrop of dense, forested shorelines. Unwind in luxury, with every detail taken care of by our attentive crew so all you need to do is sit back and enjoy this stunning marine corridor.

Be enchanted by the beauty and laid-back charm of San Juan Island’s Friday Harbor. The town has historic storefronts, picturesque turn-of-the-century houses, and Coast Salish native carvings. Ramble through the walkable historic district of this secluded coastal fishing village. Browse the friendly local shops and restaurants. Explore excellent museums to learn more about the region’s marine life, history, cultural arts, and more.

Discover the bizarre 1859 “Pig War” story that almost hurled the U.S. and Britain into war. Venture out on your own or enjoy guided excursions to additional attractions. Delight in this quaint town, its rich history, and the area’s diverse topography, from pebbly beaches to magnificent mountains and lush valleys.

The Whale Museum - Complimentary Excursion
Be treated to a short presentation before a guided walk to the museum. Among the exhibits are the real skeletons of whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals, sea lions, and otters; models of killer whales and humpback whales; and a family tree of the resident orcas. Listen to the songs and calls of different marine mammals, including a phone booth in which you can "call" a whale.

Anacortes is a lovely waterfront town on Fidalgo Island in Northwest Washington State. This vibrant coastal community is home to one of the world’s largest whale-watching fleets and Deception Pass, one of the most photographed places in the Northwest.

More than 50 miles of trails run through Anacortes and Fidalgo Island, where you can enjoy views of Mount Erie, four fresh-water lakes, old growth forest, and various wildlife, including bald eagles. Explore the downtown, just a few steps from the dock, and peruse its sophisticated boutiques, art galleries, and antique shops.

Anacortes Local Loop - Complimentary Excursion
Enjoy a narrated journey downtown to explore at your leisure. Pick up a map from your Cruise Director onboard and discover all that Anacortes has to offer.
Activity Level: Low | ADA ACCESSIBLE: Yes

An Afternoon in La Conner - Complimentary Excursion
Travel to nearby La Conner WA, built on the banks of the Swinomish Channel which leads to the Salish Sea. Explore this charming town at your leisure, perusing its streets adorned with historic buildings and a variety of restaurants, galleries, museums, boutiques, and walking trails.  
Activity Level: Low | ADA Accessible: Partial​

Welcome to Seattle. As our ship approaches, unwind on the sun deck, basking in the warmth as the iconic skyline unfurls before you. The city's architectural marvels, from the futuristic Space Needle to the reflective surfaces of the modernist glass skyscrapers, create a dazzling backdrop against the Pacific Northwest sky.

Upon arrival, immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of the city with a visit to the Seattle Center, an epicenter of arts, culture, and entertainment. Explore the sprawling grounds, which house the mesmerizing Chihuly Garden and Glass, the interactive Museum of Pop Culture, and tranquil green spaces that invite leisurely strolls.

After one last breakfast on board, say goodbye to this odyssey along Alaska’s shores. You’ve conquered the Last Frontier.