Iconic Seattle & Cruise

Take your time to explore the coastal hub of Seattle, a dazzling jewel of the Pacific Northwest, fringed by verdant national forests and the island archipelago of picture-perfect Puget Sound. 

In town, join your included city tour to take in all of the sights. Seattle’s iconic Space Needle soars over the city at an impressive 184m and boasting impressive views of the metropolis and beyond, it’s the perfect place to start your tour of the city. From here head to ‘the soul of Seattle’, Pike Place Market. Founded in 1907, it’s home to the oldest Starbucks and the famous flying-fish ritual – a must-see when in town! Coffee connoisseurs should indulge in a caffeine hit from one of the many artisan coffee vendors, while foodies will love Jack’s Fish Spot for some local catch.

And that's not all. Washington state also has the most extensive ferry operation in the USA. Don't miss a short ferry ride to Winslow, a small, charming town, packed with eclectic boutiques, art galleries, wine-tasting opportunities and scenic vistas. The 30-minute return ferry to Seattle will enable you to capture that postcard-perfect shot of the city's incredible skyline.  

Your Alaskan adventure begins from the Port of Seattle onboard Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas, the first fully immersive ship boasting cutting-edge technology, world-class entertainment, award-winning staterooms and action-packed activities. Leaving the Emerald City behind, the mighty Quantum will stretch her legs for a day and follow the coastline north before reaching the majestic misty fjords of Icy Strait Point…

The tiny Alaskan Port of Icy Strait Point is home to the Huna Tlingit People and famed for its untouched landscapes and abundant wildlife. Lookout for orca and humpback pods, watch the Huna Tinglit dancers tell the story of their tribal heritage at the Native Heritage Centre Theatre, and be sure to sample some freshly caught salmon or Dungeness crab when in season. Adrenaline junkies won’t want to miss ZipRider, the world’s longest zip line with magnificent forest views.

Sail onwards to the pocket-sized town of Skagway, a remote outpost famed for the Klondike Gold Rush 100 years ago. Ride the White Pass and Yukon Route narrow-gauge railway and have your camera ready for Bridal Veil Falls, Dead Horse Gulch, Glacier Gorge, and the 880m White Pass summit. Back in town, wander Skagway’s historic district and admire the Gold Rush-era facades before sampling a local delicacy – king crab legs – washed down with a drink or two at the oldest watering hole in town: the Red Onion Saloon.

Wake to the towering granite cliffs, mountain vistas, and cascading waterfalls of 30-mile-long Endicott Arm Fjord. Keep your eyes peeled for brown bears, deer, moose and wolves as your ship drifts through the iceberg-dotted waters of Endicott Arm – one of the world’s largest breeding grounds for harbour seals and gateway to the spectacular Dawes Glacier. Standing at over 180m tall and half-a-mile wide, Dawes Glacier is an active icecap renowned for its dramatic ice calving displays.

Bid farewell to Dawes Glacier as you head for your next destination: Juneau. Only accessible by air or sea, Alaska’s state capital offers unparalleled glacier viewing and is home to a bounty of wildlife like bears, humpback whales, orcas and Stellar sea lions! Join a team of expert mushers and their adorable huskies on a snowy sleigh ride to the majestic Mendenhall Glacier, or spend a few hours whale watching in Auke Bay Harbour. Reward your efforts with a cold brew from the Alaskan Brewing Company (we recommend the Alaskan Amber), before enjoying some laid-back downtown dining, with views of Mount Jumbo over the Gastineau Channel.

A full day at sea leads you to the charming boat-lined harbour of Canada’s Victoria, on Vancouver Island. Stretch your legs with a stroll along the harbour-front where, if you’re lucky, you might spot a pod of whistling orcas! Admire the Victorian architecture at Craigdarroch Castle, get your culture hit at the Royal British Museum, shop for artisan cheeses at the Victoria Public Market, and tuck into some delicious Asian noodles at Canada’s oldest Chinatown. Feeling thirsty after your day of exploring? Reward your efforts with a visit to one of Victoria’s many cider houses, wineries, craft breweries or distilleries.