You can currently book a week-long Alaska cruise from Seward, 125 miles from Anchorage, to Vancouver for only €594 per person. The cruise takes place in late September 2024, and you’d be sleeping in an inside cabin onboard the Norwegian Jewel.
Travelling alone is an expensive choice, costing you at least €938, so you should try to travel as a group of 2. Either way, all meals are always included.
The Route
The cruise begins in Seward, around 125 miles south of Anchorage. First, you’ll get to marvel at Glacier Hubbard from the ship, before reaching the the Icy Strait Point in Southeastern Alaska, and then continuing to Juneau, the capital of Alaska. The next destination is Skagway, the northern terminus of the Alaska Marine Highway System. Then, you’ll head to Ketchikan, the southernmost and fourth-largest city in Alaska. The cruise then ends 2 days later in Vancouver.
Here’s the exact itinerary:
- September 23: Seward (departs at 9 PM)
- September 24: Glacier Hubbard
- September 25: Icy Strait Point, Alaska (9 hours)
- September 26: Juneau, Alaska (13 hours)
- September 27: Skagway, Alaska (10 hours)
- September 28: Ward Cove near Ketchikan (7 hours)
- September 29: At sea
- September 30: Vancouver (arrives at 9 AM)
The Ship
The Norwegian Jewel was built in 2005 and last renovated in 2022. It has a length of 294 meters and a width of 38 meters. This mid-sized ship can accommodate up to 2,376 passengers and 1,069 crew members. The maximum speed is 23 knots.
The Norwegian Jewel offers 14 different dining options, including two main à la carte restaurants, a buffet restaurant, and various bars and grill restaurants. Additionally, there is a wide selection of speciality restaurants available for an extra charge (Cagney’s Steakhouse, pizza and pasta at La Cucina, French specialities at Le Bistro, or sushi and teppanyaki). Furthermore, the ship features 14 bars, lounges, and nightclubs, ensuring entertainment in the evening and at night. Norwegian Cruise Line is also known for its elaborate shows in the theatre.
The Norwegian Jewel offers not only the usual cabin categories but also two exclusive The Haven Garden Villas, as well as family villas and penthouse suites within the suite complex The Haven by Norwegian®. A butler and concierge service are among the additional included amenities.
The onboard language is English, and the onboard currency is the US Dollar. Therefore, basic knowledge of the English language is recommended. Onboard, you can settle your final bill with all major credit cards or in cash by depositing US Dollars.
Cover Picture: Ditmar Lange