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Experience the stunning wildlife and captivating landscapes of the Pacific Northwest with Adventure Life's selection of 15 small ship cruises for 2026. Join us on a cruise to explore the San Juan Islands, British Columbia, and Alaska on an unforgettable journey filled with opportunities to learn about First Nation history, search for killer whales, and enjoy private evening events. Delve into activities like hiking and kayaking along the wildlife-rich coasts, all while surrounded by the pristine beauty of the region. From observing traditional performances to kayaking in Misty Fjord's waters, this adventure offers a relaxed pace suitable for all travelers. Don't miss this chance to discover the powerful wilderness and warm charm of the Pacific Northwest. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Sunken Garden at Butchart Garden, British Columbia
from $5,425
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Puget Sound & San Juan Islands Cruise

Roundtrip Seattle - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation
  • Visit Anacortes
  • Traverse the San Juan Islands
  • Visit Butchart Gardens
  • See wildlife in San Juan Islands
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Seattle / Seattle
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Embark on an 8-day adventure to Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands aboard American Constellation. Cruise to historic coastal towns. Explore wildlife and scenic beauty with excursions to Butchart Gardens and Olympic National Park.
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Hatley Castle, Victoria
from $5,954
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Exploring British Columbia and the San Juan Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • Learn the histories of First Nation
  • Search for killer whales
  • Enjoy a private evening event
  • Kayak and hike the wildlife coasts
Starts / Ends
Seattle / Seattle
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Variable
Discover the powerful wilderness and warm charm of the Pacific Northwest over a wide-ranging week in the San Juan Islands and British Columbia on an 8-day expedition cruise aboard National Geographic Venture. Explore remote islands and sail through channels that teem with sea life and visit charming towns and First Nations heritage sites.
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The still water of the Palouse River
from $4,900
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Columbia and Snake Rivers: Food, Wine, and History

Portland to Clarkston - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Bird
  • Trek up the iconic Beacon Rock
  • Zodiak or kayak the Palouse River
  • Jet boat through Hells Canyon
  • Visit Astoria & Columbia Gorge
Starts / Ends
Portland / Clarkston
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on the National Geographic Sea Bird for 8 days along the Columbia and Snake Rivers, exploring by Zodiac and kayak on the Palouse River and hiking at sites like Multnomah Falls and Beacon Rock. Visit Astoria, the Columbia River Gorge, Walla Walla, and Hells Canyon while learning about the region’s history, geology, and culture.
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Sunrise at Crown Point, Columbia River Gorge, Oregon
from $3,675
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Columbia and Snake Rivers: Food, Wine, and History

Portland - Clarkston - 6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Lion
  • Sail under Portland’s iconic bridge
  • See majestic Multnomah Falls
  • Taste wine in charming Walla Walla
  • Visit historic Whitman Mission site
Starts / Ends
Portland / Clarkston
Activities
Hiking
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Variable
Experience a 6-day cruise on the Columbia and Snake rivers aboard the National Geographic Sea Lion, and savor exquisite local cuisine and wines curated by Food & Wine's Ray Isle. Explore stunning landscapes through guided hikes and kayaking while learning about the region's rich history and geology from expert naturalists.
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Explore the landscape of the Pacific northwest
from $5,750
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Puget Sound & San Juan Islands Cruise

Tacoma Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation
  • Discover Tacoma Museum District
  • Cruise at Puget Sound
  • Spot Orcas near Friday Harbor
  • Explore Port Townsend museums
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Friday Harbor / Port Townsend
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Variable
Embark on a 9-day Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands cruise aboard American Constellation. Experience whale watching, national parks, maritime museums, and charming coastal towns while enjoying guided excursions and cultural discoveries along the Pacific Northwest coastline.
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A pair of spyhopping orcas
from $5,750
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Puget Sound & San Juan Islands Cruise

Tacoma Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution
  • Visit the Tacoma museum district
  • Explore Victoria's Butchart Garden
  • Experience Scandinavian heritage
  • Explore Olympic National Park
Starts / Ends
Friday Harbor / Port Townsend
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting, Kayaking, Urban Exploration
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Variable
Embark on a 9-day Puget Sound and San Juan Islands aboard American Constitution through Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands. Discover Tacoma’s museums, Anacortes’ harbor, Friday Harbor’s orcas, Victoria’s gardens, Port Angeles’ Olympic scenery, Port Townsend’s history, and Poulsbo’s Norwegian charm.
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A Bald Eagle catches a fish.
from $10,404
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Treasures of the Inside Passage: Alaska and British Columbia

14 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • Explore San Juan and Gulf Islands
  • Observe a moving First Nations
  • Visit Glacier Bay National Park
Starts / Ends
Seattle / Sitka
Activities
Biking
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Variable
Board National Geographic Venture on this 14-day cruise to linger in the temperate rainforests and wildlife-rich channels of British Columbia, and enjoy ample time to explore the breathtaking fjords and towering glaciers of Southeast Alaska. You will explore San Juan & Gulf Islands and visit Glacier Bay National Park.
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Whale watching in Alaska
from $9,900
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Glacier Bay National Park with Inside Passage and San Juan Islands

Seattle to Juneau - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Explorer
  • Enjoy Canada’s Inside Passages
  • Visit Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover LeConte Bay
  • Watch for whales at Frederick Sound
Starts / Ends
Seattle / Juneau
Activity Level
Variable
Thirteen days take you through the Inside Passages and Glacier Bay National Park, encountering remote wilderness, Native culture, and history. Set sail onboard Safari Explorer searching for the mighty humpback whale, orcas, harbor seals, and Steller's sea lions. Celebrate with a toast to nature's handiwork.
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San Juan Islands
from $8,800
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Glacier Bay National Park with Inside Passage and San Juan Islands

Seattle - Juneau - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Quest
  • Visit Glacier Bay National Park
  • Experience wilderness kayaking
  • Watch for whales
  • Tour LeConte Bay iceberg gardens
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Seattle / Juneau
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Variable
Cruise Alaska’s and Canada’s Inside Passages and visit Glacier Bay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site during this 13-day adventure aboard Safari Quest. Explore Ketchikan, Thomas Bay, and Chichagof Island.
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Aerial view of Juneau, Alaska
from $5,800
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Glacier Bay National Park with Inside Passage and San Juan Islands

Seattle to Juneau - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Legacy
  • Enjoy Canada’s Inside Passages
  • Visit Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover LeConte Bay
  • Watch for whales at Frederick Sound
Starts / Ends
Seattle / Juneau
Activity Level
Variable
This 13-day small ship adventure takes you through the Inside Passage and Glacier Bay aboard Wilderness Legacy. Spot whales and wildlife while paddling or hiking through the wilderness. Over the course of thirteen days, explore Glacier Bay National Park’s inside passages, nature, local culture, and history.
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Bald eagles resting
from $11,100
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Treasures of the Inside Passage: Alaska and British Columbia

Seattle to Sitka - 14 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Explore the San Juan Islands
  • Observe a traditional performance
  • Learn about the local cultures
  • Search for humpback whales
  • Kayak Misty Fjord’s waters
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the San Juan Islands, British Columbia’s Inside Passage, and Southeast Alaska on this exciting 14-day expedition cruise aboard National Geographic Quest. Enjoy exclusive encounters with this region's iconic wildlife, including bears, whales, eagles and more, as you hike & kayak through pristine temperate landscapes.
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Calm waters disturbed only by the flick of a whale's tail
from $5,800
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Glacier Bay National Park with Inside Passage and San Juan Islands

Juneau -Seattle - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Endeavour
  • Enjoy Canada’s Inside Passages
  • Visit Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover LeConte Bay
  • Connect with Tlingit culture
  • Watch for whales at Icy Strait
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Seattle
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
On this 13-day small ship tour onboard Safari Endeavour, explore the Inside Passage and Glacier Bay. Whales and wildlife, kayaking, and hiking are just some of the activities available. Thirteen days immerse you in the Inside Passage and Glacier Bay National Park, as well as secluded landscapes, native culture, and history.
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Get up close to amazing glaciers in Alaska
from $10,200
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Alaska Inside Passage Cruise

Juneau to Seattle - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation
  • Explore downtown Juneau
  • Watch for Haines wildlife
  • Cruise Glacier Bay National Park
  • Visit Wrangell’s Tlingit sites
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Juneau / Seattle
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Embark on a 16-day Alaska cruise from Juneau to Seattle aboard American Constellation, exploring historic ports, stunning glaciers, and diverse wildlife. Discover the beauty of Alaska’s Inside Passage in comfort and style.
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Sunken Garden at Butchart Garden, British Columbia
from $5,425
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Puget Sound & San Juan Islands Cruise

Roundtrip Seattle - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution
  • Visit Anacortes
  • Traverse the San Juan Islands
  • Visit Butchart Gardens
  • Explore cultural heritage
Starts / Ends
Seattle / Seattle
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day adventure to Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands aboard American Constitution. Cruise to historic coastal towns. Explore wildlife and scenic beauty with excursions to Butchart Gardens and Olympic National Park. Learn about cultural heritage from Norwegian settlers and the Suquamish tribe.
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Get up close to amazing glaciers in Alaska
from $10,200
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Alaska Inside Passage Cruise

Juneau to Seattle - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution
  • Walk Juneau’s downtown streets
  • Walk at Petersburg’s fishing docks
  • Discover Haines
  • Cruise the Inside Passage
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Seattle
Activities
Whale Watching, Village Visits, Local Market Visits
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Variable
Embark on a 16-day cruise aboard the American Constitution, sailing through the serene Inside Passage from Washington's Puget Sound to Alaska's southeastern panhandle. Discover historic sites, scenic wonders, and vibrant ports on guided excursions.
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