Group sailing, July 4 to 11, 2027
Seven nights on the Norwegian Encore, with stops in Juneau, Skagway, Ketchikan, and Victoria, plus a full day of scenic cruising in Glacier Bay. I'm hosting this sailing and I'll guide you through each step of planning it.
Balcony cabins starting at $5,580 for two guests
Every price here is a starting point. I'll confirm current rates and cabin options when you're ready to book.
Sunday, July 4 to Sunday, July 11, 2027, aboard the Norwegian Encore. Round trip from Seattle, Washington.
For two guests in a balcony cabin. Includes cruise fare, port fees, taxes, and pre-paid gratuities.
The deposit is $250 per person. A third or fourth guest in the cabin starts at $1,140 each.
Port times come from Norwegian Cruise Line and can change before sailing.
Board the Norwegian Encore. Sailing is at 3:00 PM.
A day to settle in and explore the ship.
1:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Mendenhall Glacier, whale watching, and historic downtown.
6:30 AM to 8:00 PM. Gold rush history, a salmon bake, a musher camp, and the White Pass Railway.
A full day cruising Glacier Bay National Park, with park rangers sharing commentary as the glaciers pass by.
7:00 AM to 1:15 PM. Known as the Salmon Capital of the World. Creek Street, local shops, and Misty Fjords sightseeing tours are popular here.
8:00 PM to 11:59 PM. An evening in British Columbia's capital, with the Inner Harbour waterfront and the Parliament Buildings.
Debark at 7:00 AM.
Every cabin picks Package A or Package B. Either choice comes with a surprise from Mac's Travels.
A beverage package and 3 specialty dining meals for guests 1 and 2, a $50 excursion credit per cabin, and 150 Wi-Fi minutes per guest. Adds $540 per cabin for the added gratuities.
A 10-photo package, a $100 onboard credit, and a $50 excursion credit per cabin, plus 150 Wi-Fi minutes per guest. No added cost.
The cruise fare covers the ship. These are the other pieces of the trip, and I'll guide you through each one.
Flights
Flights from Tri-Cities Regional Airport run around $500 per person. July 2027 options aren't available yet, so I'll share them as soon as they open.
Hotel and transfers
Hotels near the port run around $300 a night. I recommend arriving the day before sailing to avoid delays. I'll share hotel and transfer options closer to the date.
Excursions
Excursions are an additional cost and are offered closer to sailing. This is your cruise, so you pick the ones you want.
Travel protection
Protection starts at $450 for two guests, through NCL Care or an individual quote from TravelSafe. Rates change with age. If your travel party lives in different states, you will need separate plans. Coverage for pre-existing conditions has to be purchased within 14 days of booking.
A different cabin
Prefer something other than a balcony? Other cabin types are available at different prices, and I can check those rates for you.
Tell me a little about your trip and we'll set up a planning call.
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