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Alaska Cruises from San Francisco

Convenient access to famous treasures on a roundtrip 10 or 11-day alaska cruise from san francisco.

Sail under the Golden Gate Bridge and into a world of adventure as you head north on an Alaska cruise from San Francisco. Journey through beautiful waterways and get a front row seat to the world’s most breathtaking glaciers. Visit charming ports that invite you to learn about the region’s rich history and culture. Or relax at sea aboard your Inside Passage cruise from San Francisco.

* Port order and/or content may vary by sailing date.

Itinerary Ports

When you cruise to Alaska from San Francisco, encounter unique ports of call that are rich in history, culture and natural beauty.

Glacier Viewing

Enjoy one glacier viewing day when you cruise to Alaska from San Francisco. In Glacier Bay National Park, visit Margerie Glacier and admire wildlife like humpback whales and sea lions. While cruising through the 30-mile waterway of Endicott Arm Fjord, get up close to Dawes Glacier and hear it roar with white thunder. Sail past waterfalls and granite canyon walls that disappear into the fjords.

Juneau is unlike any other city in the United States. With no roads connecting it to the rest of Alaska or North America, it is truly a protected destination. Founded as a gold mining town and now the state’s capital, Juneau has one foot in history and one in the future. Embark on a whale watching tour, or sail past Mendenhall Glacier on an Alaska cruise.

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Known for its timber, Ketchikan hosts the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show, where athletes throw, race and chop their way to victory. Explore one of the world’s oldest collection of totem poles at the Totem Pole Heritage Center, or stroll along Creek Street. As the salmon capital of the world, Ketchikan’s waters make for incredible fishing. Cast your rod into a sea of opportunity on a cruise to Alaska.

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Prince Rupert

Tucked in a temperate rainforest, Prince Rupert, B.C. is nicknamed "The City of Rainbows." Once a commerce hub for First Nations people, it developed as a town when it was selected as the western end point for the Grand Turk Pacific Railway. On a cruise to Alaska, take in its history strolling through museums and shops, enjoy a hike in the Butze Rainforest, or see eagles and humpbacks on a wildlife cruise.

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San Francisco

It’s not hard to see why San Francisco has captured so many hearts and minds. World-class cuisine, iconic architecture, diverse neighborhoods and history all wait at your fingertips. Ride the ferry to Alcatraz, or tour Sonoma wine country and taste some of the world's best wines on a cruise to Alaska from San Francisco.

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Once the gateway to Alaska's Gold Rush, Skagway strikes a dramatic image nestled between the water's edge and mountains. Follow in the footsteps of miners with a ride on a scenic train along the famous White Pass route through coastal mountains. During your Alaska cruise, explore the Yukon's pristine wilderness, pan for gold with professionals or meet sled dog puppies in training.

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Valdez is situated in Prince William Sound and serves as the gateway to the interior of Alaska. Often referred to as the "Little Switzerland", Valdez is known for its breathtaking panorama of snow-capped mountains and glaciers. It is also well-known for its role in the transportation of crude oil from the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System, which ends in Valdez. Explore the charming waterfront area and take in the flavors of Valdez through culinary experiences at restaurants such as the Valdez Brewery and the Fat Mermaid.

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Victoria, B.C.

At first glance many mistake Victoria for an English coastal city or northern European town. Full of greenery, pubs and Victorian architecture, it's difficult to believe that this was a tent city full of rough and tumble miners just 150 years ago. On a cruise to Alaska, explore the Butchart Gardens, tour the pub scene and taste some of the local brews or sail the bay for a whale-watching adventure.

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Wrangell is a charming and scenic harbor known for its local fishing industry. It is not as bustling as larger ports in Alaska and maintains its historic charm and offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Explore its historic downtown and learn about the local culture and Native heritage while in Wrangell.

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Why Choose This Itinerary?

• Premium Glacier-Viewing Experience — Cruise to Alaska from San Francisco and visit natural landmarks that are only accessible by sea–like Glacier Bay National Park or Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier.
• Alaska’s Most Famous Ports of Call — On an Inside Passage cruise, relive history, discover new cultures and see wildlife up close. Visit Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway and Victoria, B.C. on a 10-day Alaska cruise.
• Convenient Roundtrip Airfare — On a roundtrip cruise to Alaska from San Francisco, save on the flight costs so you can splurge on an excursion ashore or a romantic dinner on board.
• Additional Time in the Golden Gate City — Add an extra day to your trip and sail under the Golden Gate Bridge, tour Alcatraz or make a trip to Napa Valley Wine Country on an Alaska cruise from San Francisco.

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Ships on This Itinerary

Our Princess fleet includes ships that range from our smaller vessels to large ships. From a balcony stateroom, marvel at the glaciers passing by before enjoying local seafood in one of our many eateries during your 10-day Alaska cruise.

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Alaska Cruise Experience

Alaska Glaciers

One of the biggest reasons people visit.

Glaciers feel alive. They groan, creak and shudder on their march to the sea, punctuated by the booms and crashes of "white thunder" — a sound that echoes across the water when ice calves into the ocean below. On an Alaska cruise, let us show you Glacier Bay National Park — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, College Fjord or Hubbard Glacier.

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Alaska Wildlife

Untamed, just like alaska.

Alaska is home to a rich array of wildlife, from the famous Big Five animals that live in Denali National Park — grizzly bears, wolves, moose, Dall sheep and caribou — to bald eagles and humpback whales that migrate through the Inside Passage. On a cruise to Alaska, live a nature lover's dream in the land where guests can catch postcard-worthy sights.

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Alaska Mountains & National Parks

National treasures.

With national parks and four of North America’s tallest mountains, Alaska’s wilderness has been preserved for generations. Denali National Park is larger than Vermont and home to the highest peak on the continent. Meanwhile, Glacier Bay National Park has over 2,000 square miles of glacial coverage. Along with Wrangell-St. Elias and Kenai Fjords, a world of natural wonders awaits on an Alaska cruise or cruisetour.

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Alaska Excursions

Don't just visit this famous land, live it on Alaska excursions. Rush across the snow on a dog sled with a professional musher, fly fish for salmon in fresh rivers and soar over miles of glacial tundra in a helicopter. Watch migrating humpback whales from the deck of a catamaran or Native craftsman carve a traditional totem pole, and expand your Alaska cruise experience.

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#PrincessCruises Alaska Connection

Alaska cruise onboard experience.

Our award-winning North to Alaska program brings local personalities, culture and cuisine on board and ashore to immerse you in all things Alaska during your cruise to the Great Land.

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Alaska Seafood

Fresh and bountiful, like alaska itself.

Alaska's seafood is famous, and we bring the best to you with locally inspired dishes from the state’s best eateries. With Cook My Catch excursions, catch your own salmon or halibut with the help of a local expert, and in the evening our talented chefs will prepare your haul for your dinner — a Princess exclusive. From ship to shore, the best is at your fingertips on our Alaska cruises.

Meet Local Alaskans

Real alaska from local alaskans.

Alaskans are inviting people who love to share what makes their state unique. Watch lumberjacks in action, learn from Glacier Bay National Park rangers and craft with a Native totem pole carver. Or listen to harrowing Tales from the Deadliest Catch fishermen and climbers who have summited Denali during your Alaska cruise.

Unique Alaska Cruise Experiences

Great experiences from the great land.

Travel back in time and pan for gold like a prospector during the Gold Rush. Snuggle sled dog puppies in the ship's Piazza, or see the Northern Lights in the planetarium. At the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge, explore our treehouse and enjoy unmatched views of Denali. Or savor tree-inspired bites at our very own Sappy Hour. Dive deeper into what makes the Great Land special on your cruise to Alaska.

Alaska Cruise Articles and Videos

Read about Alaska’s must-see attractions, signature cuisine, and how to prepare for a wild adventure into the heart of The Great Land.

Discover Alaska with Princess in 2023-2024

The best cruise line in Alaska just keeps getting better! From top-rated cruises that visit Glacier Bay National Park to scenic rail travel and exclusive Princess lodges, you will find a seamless Alaska experience with Princess.

Best Dishes to Try on Your Alaska Cruise

No one does seafood quite like Alaska—which is why we brought the best of the Great Land on board, so you can experience it all with Princess.

Top Alaska Cruise Destinations

From exploring Denali National Park to fishing for salmon in Anchorage, discover the top Alaska destinations on a Princess cruise.

Inside Passage Alaska Cruise

From exploring historic gold mines to venturing in the footsteps of early explorers, learn about Alaska’s Inside Passage and discover the wonders awaiting you.

Alaska Ports of Call

From the sweeping mountains of Juneau to the fish-bearing seas of Ketchikan, discover our Alaska cruise ports and set sail into the adventures that await you.

What to Pack for an Alaska Cruise

Check out our helpful checklist so that you know exactly what to pack for an Alaska cruise with Princess.

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Let Princess pick you up from the airport and take you directly to your ship or hotel when you arrive, even if you didn't book your airfare through us. A uniformed Princess representative meets you at the airport after you've retrieved your luggage and transports you directly to your ship or hotel without you having to worry about the logistics of navigating a new city.

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Cruise Plus Hotel Packages

Stay longer and relax.

Extend your Alaska cruise vacation, and simplify your travel plans with a hotel stay at the beginning or end of your cruise. With a Cruise Plus Hotel Package, a Princess representative meets you at the airport and pier, transporting you to and from your hotel. The package includes the cost of your hotel stay, transportation, luggage handling and the services of the representative.

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7 best Alaska cruises from San Francisco in 2024 and 2025 + SF to Alaska cruise tips for Carnival and Princess

San Francisco is one of the cruise ports that offers cruises to Alaska.

Start your cruise by sailing under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and enjoy lots of days at sea as you make your way to the stunning glaciers of Alaska!

Really, there are a lot of sea days on a cruise from San Francisco to Alaska!

1. 22-Day Ultimate Alaska Solstice with Glacier Bay National Park in June 2025 on the Ruby Princess

Why choose this cruise? The most epic Alaska cruise from San Francisco is a 22-day cruise in the summer of 2025! This cruise not only goes to the most popular Alaska cruise ports, but it also goes to other smaller cruise ports that cruise ships typically don’t visit. It also has a whopping 4 glacier sea days, which doesn’t happen on the vast majority of Alaska cruises. This is a very special Alaska cruise, and it’s starting from San Francisco!

📆 When is this cruise? The Ultimate Alaska Solstice cruise is in June 2025 .

🛳 What is the passenger capacity of the Ruby Princess? 3,080 passengers at double occupancy.

🛳 What class cruise ship is the Ruby Princess? The Ruby Princess is a crown class cruise ship in the Princess fleet. Other crown class cruise ships include the Crown Princess and Emerald Princess.

🛏 What type of cabins does this cruise ship have? Stateroom categories include suite with balcony, family suite with interconnecting cabins, mini-suite with balcony, balcony, oceanview, and inside.

🏔 What glacier sea days does this cruise have? This cruise goes to Endicott Arm for Dawes Glacier, Hubbard Glacier, College Fjord, Glacier Bay National Park .

⚓ What Alaska cruise ports does this cruise go to? The Ultimate Alaska Solstice cruise goes to the most well-known cruise ports of Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Icy Strait Point, Sitka, and Seward . It also goes to the less common cruise ports of Wrangell, Haines, and Valdez .

🌊 How many sea days does this cruise have? There are 11 sea days on this cruise, including the 4 scenic cruising glacier sea days. You have 2 sea days to start the cruise and 2 sea days to end the cruise.

🇨🇦 What Canada cruise port does this cruise go to? This cruise goes to Victoria .

🇺🇲 How many national parks can you go to during this cruise? You will go to Glacier Bay National Park without even stepping off the cruise ship. You can go to Kenai Fjords National Park when you are in Seward. While you won’t physically be in the national park, you can SEE Wrangell St Elias National Park when you see Hubbard Glacier from the cruise ship, because Hubbard Glacier is in Wrangell St Elias National Park! So, you can experience 3 national parks during the Ultimate Alaska Solstice cruise!

⚓ How much time do you get in port? The port times for this cruise are great. You have at least 10 hours in almost every cruise port. You’ll arrive to all Alaska cruise ports in the morning, and you’ll stay until early evening or late evening depending on the port.

• Ketchikan: 9am to 9pm
• Wrangell: 7am to 5pm
• Haines: 7am to 8:30pm
• Icy Strait Point: 7am to 5pm
• Valdez: 7am to 5pm
• Seward: 7am to 5pm
• Sitka: 8am to 5pm
• Juneau: 8am to 9pm
• Skagway: 7am to 8:30pm
• Victoria: 3pm to 12am

Cruise ports and port times can change! Check the cruise itinerary carefully before booking… and after booking! It can change any time, and you probably won’t be notified.

2. 10-Day Alaska on Carnival Legend in 2025

Why choose this cruise? You might love doing an Alaska cruise on a Carnival cruise ship if you want to also cruise to Mexico or Hawaii! This Alaska cruise doesn’t go to Glacier Bay National Park (which some people say is a MUST). But the big reason to choose this Carnival Alaska cruise from San Francisco is if you want to make it an epic cruise to Alaska and Mexico in one OR an epic cruise to Alaska and Hawaii in one! You can choose your Alaska cruise dates so that they line up to be able to do a back-to-back cruise that goes to Mexico or Hawaii!

📆 What months can you go on this cruise? May, June, July, August, September

🛳 What is the passenger capacity of the Carnival Legend? 2,124 passengers at double occupancy

🛳 What class cruise ship is the Carnival Legend? The Carnival Legend is a spirit class cruise ship in the Carnival fleet. Other spirit class ships include the Carnival Spirit, Carnival Pride, Carnival Miracle, and Carnival Luminosa.

🛏 What type of cabins does this cruise ship have? Cabin types include ocean view balcony grand suites, ocean view suites, ocean view balcony, ocean view window, and inside cabins .

🏔 What glacier sea days does this cruise have? This cruise goes to Tracy Arm Fjord . Carnival cruise ships do not go to Glacier Bay National Park.

⚓ What Alaska cruise ports does this cruise go to? This cruise goes to Juneau, Skagway, and Ketchikan .

🇨🇦 What Canada cruise port does this cruise go to? This cruise goes to Prince Rupert .

🌊 How many sea days does this cruise have? There are 5 sea days on this cruise, including the scenic cruising sea day. You have 2 sea days to start the cruise, 2 sea days to end the cruise, 1 Tracy Arm Fjord scenic cruising sea day.

⚓ How much time do you get in port? The port times for the Carnival Legend are pretty good. You have a full day in port . You do get to Juneau in the early afternoon , but you are there until very late evening, so it’s like you have all day there too, especially since the sun doesn’t set until later in Alaska in the summer!

Time in port:

• Juneau: 2pm to 11pm
• Skagway: 7am to 8pm
• Ketchikan: 9am to 6pm
• Prince Rupert 8am to 4pm

Cruise ports and port times can change!

🇲🇽 Cruise to Alaska and Mexico ! In the summer of 2025, the Carnival Legend alternates cruises throughout the summer, doing a 10-day Alaska cruise followed by a 4-day Mexico cruise, and then repeats. You can make it a 14-day cruise from San Francisco to Alaska and Mexico in May, June, July, and August! You would book these cruises separately, and you would be doing what’s called back-to-back cruises.

🌴 Cruise to Alaska and Hawaii ! In September 2025, the Carnival Legend does a 15-day cruise to Hawaii from San Francisco round trip, which follows a 10-day Alaska cruise. So you can make it an epic 25-day cruise from San Francisco to Alaska and Hawaii ! (You’ll need to like sea days, though!) Similarly, you would book these cruises separately and be doing back-to-back cruises.

3. 11-Day Inside Passage with Glacier Bay National Park in 2024 on Crown Princess

The best Alaska cruise out of San Francisco in 2024 is the 11-day Alaska cruise with Glacier Bay National Park on the Crown Princess. There are cruises like this throughout the summer, along with spring and fall.

🛳 What is the passenger capacity of the Crown Princess? 3,080 passengers at double occupancy.

🛳 What class cruise ship is the Crown Princess? The Crown Princess is a crown class cruise ship in the Princess fleet. Other crown class cruise ships include the Emerald Princess and Ruby Princess.

🛏 What type of cabins does this cruise ship have? Stateroom categories include suite with private balcony, mini-suite, balcony, oceanview, or inside .

🏔 What glacier sea days does this cruise have? This cruise goes to Glacier Bay National Park , which many (most?!) will say is a must!

⚓ What Alaska cruise ports does this cruise go to? Most cruises have an itinerary including Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway . There is one cruise in September that goes to Sitka instead of Ketchikan .

🇨🇦 What Canada cruise port does this cruise go to? Most cruises have an itinerary that includes Victoria . There are a few cruises that go to Prince Rupert instead of Victoria .

🌊 How many sea days does this cruise have? There are 6 sea days on this cruise, including the Glacier Bay scenic cruising sea day. You have 2 sea days to start the cruise, 2 sea days to end the cruise, 1 Glacier Bay sea day, and then one more sea day before Canada which is on your way back to San Francisco.

⚓ How much time do you get in port? Most cruise ports have long days in port so you will have time to do something in the morning, go back to the ship for lunch, and then go back out to do something in the afternoon! Some cruises do leave Ketchikan earlier in the day , so be sure to look out for that.

In May, June, July and August:

• Ketchikan 7am to 2pm in May OR 9am to 6pm in June, July, and August
• Juneau 8am to 9pm
• Skagway 7am to 8:30pm
• Victoria 2pm to 10pm OR Prince Rupert 7am to 4pm

In September:

• Sitka 7am to 3pm OR Ketchikan 7am to 2pm
• Prince Rupert 10am to 6pm OR Victoria 2pm to 10pm

4. 11-Day Alaska Inside Passage in 2024 on Crown Princess

Another Alaska cruise from San Francisco is the 11-day Alaska cruise without Glacier Bay National Park. Most Alaska cruises have at least one glacier sea day, and on this cruise the glacier sea day will be at Endicott Arm to see Dawes Glacier. There are cruises like this throughout the summer, along with spring and fall.

📆 What months can you go on this cruise? May, June, July, August

🏔 What glacier sea days does this cruise have? Most cruises go to Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier for the glacier scenic cruising day. There is a cruise in July that goes to Tracy Arm as the scenic cruising day. Unless you are on an early to mid May cruise, there is likely a wilderness excursion offered on the glacier sea day, which is a small boat ride directly from the cruise ship that will take you closer to the glacier! These excursions tend to sell out quickly.

⚓ What Alaska cruise ports does this cruise go to? All cruises go to Ketchikan . Most other cruises have an itinerary with either Juneau OR Skagway , not both. The only cruises that go to all 3 (Ketchkan, Juneau, and Skagway) are in May and August. For cruises that don’t go to all 3, the itinerary includes Sitka or Icy Strait Point instead . There is a cruise in July that doesn’t go to Juneau or Skagway, and instead goes to Sitka and Haines .

🇨🇦 What Canada cruise port does this cruise go to? Most cruises have an itinerary that includes Victoria . There are a couple of cruises (June and August) that go to Prince Rupert instead of Victoria .

🌊 How many sea days does this cruise have? There are 6 sea days on this cruise, including the glacier scenic cruising sea day. Typically, you have 2 sea days to start the cruise, 2 sea days to end the cruise, 1 glacier sea day, and then one more sea day before Canada which is on your way back to San Francisco. But there is also a cruise in June with 3 sea days to start the cruise.

⚓ How much time do you get in port? Most cruise ports have all day in port so you will have time to do something in the morning, go back to the ship for lunch, and then go back out to do something in the afternoon! There is a cruise in which Ketchikan leaves earlier in the day , so be sure to look out for that.

Port time in May, June, July, August:

• Ketchikan: mostly 8am to 5pm, sometimes until 6pm. In May, there’s a cruise that is 7am to 2pm. In August, there’s a cruise that’s 10am to 6pm.
• Sitka: 8am to 6pm
• Haines: 8am to 8:30pm
• Victoria: 9am to 10pm
• Prince Rupert: 7am to 4pm

5. 11-Day Alaska on Carnival Miracle in 2024

The best Alaska cruise on Carnival is an 11-day Alaska cruise. You can go to 4 Alaska cruise ports, in addition to having a scenic cruising day in an Alaska fjord.

🛳 What is the passenger capacity of the Carnival Miracle? 2,124 passengers at double occupancy

🛳 What class cruise ship is the Carnival Miracle? The Carnival Miracle is a spirit class cruise ship in the Carnival fleet. Other spirit class ships include the Carnival Spirit, Carnival Pride, Carnival Legend, and Carnival Luminosa.

🛏 What type of cabins does this cruise ship have? Cabin types include ocean view balcony grand suites, ocean view balcony suites, ocean view balcony, ocean view window, and inside cabins .

⚓ What Alaska cruise ports does this cruise go to? This cruise go to Ketchikan, Juneau, and Skagway . There is also an additional port of Icy Strait Point or Sitka .

🇨🇦 What Canada cruise port does this cruise go to? This cruise go to Prince Rupert .

🌊 How many sea days does this cruise have? This Carnival Alaska cruise has 5 sea days . You will have 2 sea days to start the cruise and 2 sea days to end the cruise, along with 1 scenic cruising day.

⚓ How much time do you get in port? The port times for the Carnival Miracle are pretty good. You have a full day in port . You do get to Juneau and Icy Strait port in the early afternoon , but you are there until very late evening, so it’s like you have all day there too, especially since the sun doesn’t set until later in Alaska in the summer!

• Ketchikan: 8am to 6pm or 4pm
• Juneau: 7am to 10pm / 9am to 9pm / 10am to 10pm / 8am to 9pm
• Skagway: 7am to 7pm or 9pm
• Icy Strait Point: 2pm to 11pm or 8am to 5pm
• Sitka: 10am to 6pm
• Prince Rupert: 8am to 4pm or 9am to 5pm

6. 11-Day Inside Passage with Glacier Bay National Park in 2025 on Ruby Princess

The best “normal” Alaska cruise from San Francisco in 2025 is the 11-day Alaska cruise with Glacier Bay National Park. There are cruises like this throughout the summer, along with spring and fall.

⚓ What Alaska cruise ports does this cruise go to? All cruises have an itinerary including Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway .

🇨🇦 What Canada cruise port does this cruise go to? Most cruises have an itinerary that includes Victoria . There is a cruise in May that goes to Prince Rupert instead of Victoria .

⚓ How much time do you get in port? Most cruise ports have long days in port so you will have time to do something in the morning, go back to the ship for lunch, and then go back out to do something in the afternoon! There is one cruise in May that has a shorter port time in Juneau , so be sure to look out for that.

In May, June, July, August, and September:

• Ketchikan: usually 7am to 4pm. There is a cruise in May that is 10am to 6pm.
• Juneau: usually 10am to 9pm. There is a cruise in May that is 7am to 4pm
• Skagway: usually 7am to 8:30pm
• Victoria: 3pm to 12am. There is a cruise in May that goes to Prince Rupert instead, and time in port is 7am to 4pm.

7. 11-Day Alaska Inside Passage in 2025 on Ruby Princess

Another “normal” Alaska cruise from San Francisco in 2025 is the 11-day Alaska cruise that goes to Endicott Arm. These cruises are in the summer.

📆 What months can you go on this cruise? June, July, August

🏔 What glacier sea days does this cruise have? Most cruises goes to Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier as the glacier scenic cruising day, and there is at least one cruise that goes to Tracy Arm Fjord . There’s a good chance a wilderness excursion will be offered, which is a small boat that you take directly from the cruise ship to get closer to the glacier! This excursion tends to sell out quickly.

⚓ What Alaska cruise ports does this cruise go to? All cruises go to at least 2 out of the 3 of the main ports of Ketchikan, Juneau, and Skagway . All itineraries also include a 3rd cruise port in Alaska, which will be Haines, Sitka, or Icy Strait Point .

🇨🇦 What Canada cruise port does this cruise go to? All cruises have an itinerary that includes Victoria .

🌊 How many sea days does this cruise have? There are 6 sea days on this cruise, including the Endicott Arm scenic cruising sea day. You have 2 sea days to start the cruise, 2 sea days to end the cruise, 1 Endicott Arm sea day, and then one more sea day before Canada which is on your way back to San Francisco.

⚓ How much time do you get in port? Most cruise ports have all day in port so you will have time to do something in the morning, go back to the ship for lunch, and then go back out to do something in the afternoon!

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Alaska: Ultimate Alaska Solstice with Glacier Bay Cruise

22-night ruby princess cruise.

From $3,347 per person* Includes government taxes, fees and port expenses of $257 per person

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Enjoy a 22-day round-trip sailing from San Francisco that coincides with the Summer Solstice on Ruby Princess®. Visit other ports of call including Wrangell, Valdez and Juneau. Take in stunning glacial views as you travel through Glacier Bay, Endicott Arm, Dawes Glacier, Hubbard Glacier and College Fjord.

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San Francisco is a golden dream come true, a place where heart, mind and soul embrace, lost in the simplicity of delightful deliverance. Fog and sun mingle playfully above America's favorite city; the cool, cloudy comfort of early morning slowly dissolving into the peaceful warmth of a gentle afternoon glow. Touch it....it is real. Feel it.....it is the essence of escape. Savor it.....it is one of a kind. Little wonder why San Francisco has been named the world's top city twice by readers of Condé Nast Traveler; the top U.S. city seven times since 1988. San Francisco's neighborhoods comprise its inner beauty, enhancing daydreams, opening doors to new and exciting visions. The City is a cultural wonderland, an ethnic treasure chest where custom, tradition and history are preserved, celebrated, shared. So take your time and explore The City. You'll find that the Gold Rush days have never really ended here; there's still plenty of gold to be found. The restless spirit of The City's Barbary Coast past lives on, fueled by a desire to be different, nurtured by infinite viewpoints, personalities, styles. Magical moments abound. The echo of cable car bells from atop great hills. The rejuvenation of the soul upon crossing the Golden Gate Bridge. The splendor and elegance of a boat cruise on San Francisco Bay. The soft touching of wine glasses over a gourmet meal. The views. The people. The sights. The sounds. The City. So come and share the wealth. Let your heart, mind and soul wander. Stay as long as you like. San Francisco encourages lingering. It was designed with adventure, romance and pleasure in mind. It is one of life's great indulgences, so indulge. It is one of the world's most gratifying escapes, so escape. It is where the world comes to unwind. It is America's preeminent playground.

A city of southeast Alaska on an island in the Alexander Archipelago. A supply point for miners during the gold rush of the 1890s, it is now a major port and tourist center on the Inside Passage. Population: 7,450.

Endicott Arm

Amid a forest of trees and a pristine mountain expanse you'll find a steep waterway otherwise known as Endicott Arm. The "arm" pierces 30 miles into the Coast Mountain Range offering up some spectacular sights for cruise passengers. Floating with you in Endicott Arm are 3-story pieces of ice that have "calved" (split) from the glaciers that line the waterway. Some of those chunks of ice are as long as a city block; some are as small as an ice cube. A visit to Endicott Arm proves that the best way to see and appreciate the wildlife and glaciers of Alaska is from the window or railing of your cruise ship. Keep those binoculars handy. As you move slowly and silently through the arm look for black and brown bears, mountain goats, wolverines, Sitka black-tailed deer, eagles, sea lions and harbor seals. Spectacular wildlife framed by glistening glaciers and blue, blue waters. Just another day in Alaska!

At the northern end of America's longest fjord, Haines shares a border with 20 million acres of protected wilderness. The heart of Alaska's Glacier Bay National Park is less than 25 miles by air from downtown Haines, and Canada's Kluane National Park and Tatshenshini-Alsek Provincial Park are just up the road. As you can imagine, opportunities for outdoor recreation are endless. And this is just part of what makes Haines the Alaska of your dreams! Haines' friendly people can take you rafting, canoeing, kayaking, or jetboating; flying over Glacier Bay (you can even land on a glacier!); riding around town in a horse-drawn carriage, or by bus or van to all of Haines' attractions; hiking the area's beautiful trails or to the summit of spectacular peaks. See birds, wildlife, and meadows full of flowers in our lush forests, on our ocean shores, or along the banks of our rivers. Fish for halibut, salmon and trout. In winter our wilderness becomes a vast playground for skiing, snowshoeing, dogsledding and snowmobiling. Whatever you do, bring your camera, because Haines is a photographer's paradise. While you're in Haines, explore our cultural heritage at Sheldon Museum, and at Alaska Indian Arts in historic Fort Seward, or learn about the area's natural history through taxidermy at the American Bald Eagle Foundation. Browse Haines' galleries for exquisite artistry of the Chilkoot and Chilkat Tlingits and other resident artists. Haines has a busy, year-round calendar of events, so come for a festival, a bicycle race, or for the Southeast Alaska State Fair in August. Most evenings during summer you can feast at a salmon bake and enjoy a fascinating performance by native dancers. In winter you'll be among birdwatchers and photographers from around the world as the Alaska Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve hosts the planet's largest gathering of American bald eagles -- thousands of them at a time feasting on a banquet of spawning salmon! As daylight fades, the Northern Lights may put on a show, and you'll always find a warm place to snuggle up -- or a hot spot to dine & dance! -- after a day of playing in the snow. Perhaps best of all, Haines' scenic streets are never over-crowded, yet they offer everything you'll need while you're on the road: lodging, RV parks and private campgrounds, restaurants and bars, supermarkets and hardware stores, gas stations and garages, bookstores, galleries and gift shops, clothing stores and outdoor outfitters, as well as excellent medical and dental services. Haines even has a public swimming pool, a small airport, a tennis court, and a visiting veterinarian! For these and many other reasons, the guest register at the Haines Visitor Center is filled with "Favorite place on our entire trip!" comments from both highway travelers and cruise ship passengers. Come spend some time with us! Find out why people are discovering Haines to be the Alaska of their dreams.

One look at lovely Sitka and you'll know why Alexander Baranof, governor of the Russian American Company, decided to build his "castle" here. With views of island-studded waters and stately spruce forests reaching to the water's edge, Sitka is considered Alaska's most beautiful seaside town. Sitka's past is a unique blend of Tlingit culture and Russian history. Our historic and scenic community is situated on Baranof Island, nestled between forested mountains and the great Pacific Ocean, on the outer waters of Alaska's Inside Passage. Sitka offers a combination of Native culture, Russian history, and Alaskan wilderness which will provide a diverse and unequaled experience. Wildlife adds to Sitka's natural beauty. Our mild climate, rich habitat and relatively low human population make Sitka one of the best places to view wildlife. Nearby waters are a popular feeding ground for humpback whales in the late fall and early spring. Summertime provides a wonderful opportunity to view tufted puffins and other sea birds at St. Lazaria National Wildlife Refuge. While out on the ocean, you may also spot sea otters, sea lions and other marine wildlife. Sitka lies at the heart of the largest temperate rain forest in the world, the Tongass National Forest. Enjoy the fresh outdoors on well-marked mountain trails. Take to the water for a picturesque boat trip or kayaking adventure among nearby islands or charter a boat to nearby fishing grounds to fish for world-class salmon and halibut.

Glacier Bay

It grinds, cracks and moans as massive pieces of ice split off and crash down. This is not your automatic icemaker on the blink. This is Glacier Bay doing what it's been doing for two centuries. The bay, once covered by sheets of glacial ice, is now a bay revealed. As the glaciers continue to recede, the bay enlarges. Back in 1879, naturalist John Muir was the first to note the glacial movement. Comparing charts from European explorers made 85 years earlier, he determined that the glacial ice had receded by more than 30 miles. Designated a National Park in 1910, today Glacier Bay is a 3.3 million-acre expanse that was buried under a mile-wide wall of ice only 200 years ago. Its natural environment includes five major land ecosystems including wet tundra, coastal western hemlock and spruce forest, alpine tundra, glaciers and icefields, and post-glacial meadows. Each week, dozens of ships traveling the Inside Passage spend the day cruising the 65-mile long bay. As each ship arrives, a National Park Service ranger boards the cruise vessel to provide a running commentary of the treeless mountains, icy fjords, hidden inlets and glacial landscapes as the ship passes by. Glacier Bay isn't just about ice. The ranger will also point out the killer and gray whales, sea otters, porpoises, moose, coyotes, wolves and bears visible in the sea or on the land. Leave your ice pick at home. But don't forget your binoculars.

Hubbard Glacier

Stretching over 90 miles long and covering over 1,350 square miles in area, Hubbard Glacier is the largest tidewater glacier in North America. It is also one of the most impressive, a 300-foot wall of ice rising sheer and jagged from the ocean. You may hear the rumble and see the monumental splash as the glacier severs into great ice chunks, known as "calves."

Valdez is nestled at the foot of the Chugach Mountains on the shores of Prince William Sound. It has been called the Switzerland of Alaska and boasts harsh mountain peaks and glaciers. Valdez averages 300 inches of snow a year and is home to the World Extreme Skiing Championships. Valdez is a diligent seaport, shipping oil from the Trans-Alaska Pipeline to the west coast of the United States, and now to the Orient. The Port of Valdez was named in 1790 by Senor Fidalgo for the celebrated Spanish naval officer Antonio Valdez y Basan. due to its exceptional ice-free port, a town developed in 1898 as a debarkation point for men seeking a route to the Klondike gold fields. Valdez soon became the supply center of its own gold mining region, and incorporated as a City in 1901. Tsunamis generated by the 1964 earthquake destroyed the original City, killing several residents. The society was rebuilt in a more sheltered location nearby. During the 1970's, construction of the Trans-Alaska oil pipeline terminal and other cargo transportation facilities brought rapid development to Valdez. Seeing the famous TransAlaska Pipeline Terminal is high on many visitors' lists of things to do in Valdez. Guided tours of this facility are conducted daily through the summer. Day-long or extended tours of Prince William Sound will take you to be best vantage points of glaciers, sea life, and shorebirds. Excursion vessels, rental boats, charters, and sail boats depart from the Small Boat Harbor. Flight seeing trips over some of the most impressive mountains anywhere are regularly made throughout the summer in helicopters and fixed-wing craft. Outdoor enthusiasts can get pleasure from both inland and ocean options in Valdez. Guided raft trips will take you through Keystone Canyon and past towering waterfalls. Wilderness river journeys will bring you camping or to remote lodges in the Copper Basin. Kayak rentals for the skilled paddler are available along with guided nature tours in Port Valdez and Robe Lake. Ground sightseeing tours will take you up close for photo stops in Keystone Canyon and Thompson Pass. One can take a walking trail right to the edge of Worthington Glacier.

Situated at the head of Resurrection Bay on the Kenai Peninsula, Seward is one of Alaska’s oldest and most scenic communities. Known as the "Gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park" Seward is a picturesque town located 126 miles south of Anchorage. Visitors can easily reach us via the Seward Highway Scenic Byway, the Alaska Railroad, bus, air, or cruise ship. Upon your arrival you will discover our bustling harbor and historic downtown district filled with quaint shops and art galleries. Experience trophy sport fishing, glacier and wildlife cruises, sailing, hiking, kayaking, flightseeing, summer dog sled rides, and more. Seward is also a winter wonderland offering cross-country skiing and snowmachining adventures. At 3,022 feet, towering Mt. Marathon provides a breathtaking backdrop for the town. Behind Mt. Marathon and extending down the coast lies the Harding Icefield, measuring 35 by 20 miles. Flowing from the Harding Icefield are many glaciers, eight of which are tidewater glaciers, calving icebergs into the sea, reaching the coastline between Seward and Homer. A wide range of accommodations, restaurants, RV parks, tent camping, and visitor services are available. Wherever you go in Seward, you’ll find friendly hospitality and a sense of pride among our residents. We invite you to visit our community anytime of year and experience the real Alaska!

College Fjord

College Fjord, which branches off of Prince William Sound, plunges into the heart of the Chugach Mountains. As the name suggests, the glaciers along the fjord are generally named after East Coast Ivy League colleges. Baltimore Glacier flows from the northwest into Harvard Glacier, at the end of the fjord. Note how the medial at the center of Baltimore Glacier is picked up by Harvard Glacier and carried to the sea. Dominating the terminus of College Fjord is Harvard Glacier, a tidewater glacier noted for its very active calving. While more than 90 percent of all glaciers in Alaska are retreating, Harvard Glacier is slowly advancing. Notice the harbor seals resting on the ice. Glaciers calve with a sharp boom that sounds similar to a massive detonation of high explosives, followed by a roar as thousands of tons of ice plunge into the sea.

Humpback whales feed in Icy Strait above North Chichagof Island, an important travel corridor for many marine mammals, including federally threatened Steller's sea lions. The area's coastal marshes and mudflats are important as resting areas for shorebirds and waterfowl, and provide spring feeding areas for brown bears. Marbled murrelets feed in large numbers within the waters of Icy Strait and nest in the island's coastal old growth forest.

Skagway, with a population of 862, is located in the Upper Lynn Canal at the northernmost point on the Inside Passage in Southeast Alaska, 100 air miles north of Juneau and 110 road miles south of Whitehorse, Yukon Territory. The City of Skagway is geographically the largest city in Alaska with 455 square land miles. Skagway's history and spectacular natural setting combine to create unparalleled sightseeing and recreation opportunities. Poke around on your own, or select from a variety of commercial tours. Either way, you will be amply rewarded with the sights and activities in and around Skagway.

Considered the "gem" of Southeast Alaska, the city is nestled against the ocean, tucked tight against the mountains and back-dropped by the lush green of the largest national forest in the United States, the Tongass. Visitors will find that Juneau is not only the state's capital, but it's also a melting pot of history, unique topography and jaw-dropping scenery that is found nowhere else on the planet. Whether it's wildlife viewing, glacier trekking, ziplining or just shopping for locally created artwork, visitors to this remote yet extraordinary region will certainly find a bit of "Alaska" to take home.

Wrangell -- the only Alaska town to fly the Russian, British and American flags -- sits at the northern tip of Wrangell Island. It's near the mouth of the Stikine River, a longtime trade route into the Canadian interior. The Wrangell area may have first been lived in by humans 8,000 years ago, according to scientists who have studied a collection of petroglyphs found in Wrangell and neighboring places. What is now Wrangell was settled in 1811 by Russians, who traded for furs with the Tlingit Indians and named the island after Ferdinand von Wrangel, the manager of the Russian-American Co. In 1834, the Russians built a fort, Redoubt Saint Dionysius, which 10 years later they leased to the British Hudson's Bay Co., whose officials named it Fort Stikine, according to the Alaska Department of Community Development. The Tlingits who lived south of the fort and the British competed for trade routes on the swift Stikine, but the Tlingits suffered two epidemics of smallpox and lost half their population by 1840. The fort was abandoned in 1849 when the furs were depleted, but it remained under the British flag until Alaska was bought by the United States in 1867. The United States established Fort Wrangell in 1868. The community grew as raucous gold prospectors came in 1861, 1874-77 and 1987. Thousands of miners traveled up the Stikine to the Cassiar District of British Columbia in the 1870s and to the Klondike in 1897. Between gold rushes, a cannery opened up in 1889, followed by a sawmill that provided packing boxes and construction lumber. By 1916, fishing and forest products from the Tongass National Forest had become the primary industries; four canneries and a cold storage plant were constructed by the late 1920s. The Alaska Pulp Corp. sawmill, Wrangell's largest employer, closed in late 1994. It reopened several years later as Silver Bay Logging. Wrangell, population 2,300, is also developing a dive fishery. Several dozen divers harvest sea urchins, sea cucmbers and geoducks, a large, burrowing clam. The town also supports the mining industry along the Stikine. Visitors -- whose transportation to Wrangell is by cruise line, state ferry and airplane -- should dress for cool summers. The winters are mild, and the annual preciptation averages 82 inches, including the meltwater from 64 inches of snow. The average summer temperatures range from 42 to 64, and the winter temperatures run from 21 to 44.

Vancouver, a bustling west coast seaport in British Columbia, is among Canada’s densest, most ethnically diverse cities. A popular filming location, it’s surrounded by mountains, and also has thriving art, theatre and music scenes. Vancouver Art Gallery is known for its works by regional artists, while the Museum of Anthropology houses preeminent First Nations collections.

Victoria/Canada

Victoria, capital of British Columbia, sits on the craggy southern end of Vancouver Island. With abundant parkland, it’s known for outdoor activities. The city's British colonial past shows in its Victorian architecture, including stately Craigdarroch Castle mansion. Butchart Gardens, with 55 acres of vivid floral displays, plus statuary, water features and a carousel, is one of many formal gardens in the city.

Onboard the Ruby Princess

Ruby Princess

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• Year Built: 2008
• Year Refurbished: 2018

Double Occupancy Capacity: 3080

Ruby Princess® made her debut in 2008 and includes a piazza-style atrium featuring small-bite eateries and performing street entertainers. Enjoy an array of dining venues, including The Salty Dog Gastropub and the Crown Grill steak and seafood restaurant, plus a relaxing oasis just for adults called The Sanctuary. Additional amenities include Movies Under the Stars®, multiple entertainment options, Personal Choice Dining, Lotus Spa® with fitness center, a kids' and teens' center, a wedding chapel and nearly 900 staterooms with private balconies.

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Onboard Activities

Activities & services (included in cruise).

• Disco/Nightclub
• Game Arcade
• Movies Under the Stars®
• Theater/Show Lounge
• Beauty Salon
• Fitness Center
• Fitness Classes
• Miniature Golf
• Pool - Adults Only
• Pool - Children's
• Pool - Outdoor
• Pool - Indoor
• Sports Facilities
• Whirlpool/Jacuzzi
• Art Gallery
• Bars/Lounges
• Children's Indoor Play Area
• Children's Outdoor Play Area
• Educational Classes
• Organized Age Specific Activities
• Teen Center or Disco
• Teen Programs
• Business Center
• Duty-Free Shops/Boutiques
• Infirmary/Medical Center
• Religious Services
• Self-Service Laundromat
• Wedding/Vow Renewal

Activities & Services (available for an extra fee)

The Lotus Spa

• Full-Service Spa
• Spa Services/Massage
• Sauna/Steam Room
• Educational Programs
• Internet Center
• Babysitting
• Dry Cleaning/ Laundry Service

Dining Room

Main Dining

Botticelli Dining Room:  After final payment, through the MedallionClass® app, you may request your dining preference with Dine My Way℠. Customize your dining experiences nightly by choosing your seating time, dining companions and dietary needs.

Da Vinci Dining Room:  After final payment, through the MedallionClass® app, you may request your dining preference with Dine My Way℠. Customize your dining experiences nightly by choosing your seating time, dining companions and dietary needs.

Crown Grill℠

Specialty Dining

Crown Grill℠:  Featuring premium aged beef and fresh seafood items, this specialty restaurant offers an intimate dining experience in a classically elegant setting and an open kitchen where chefs prepare and cook to order top-quality cuts of beef, chops and seafood. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

SHARE℠ by Curtis Stone:  Chef Curtis Stone's first restaurant at sea, SHARE℠, gives you an exclusive opportunity to enjoy his exquisite cuisine. Perfect for a special celebration or simply reveling in time spent together, Chef Stone has made an art out of reconnecting with loved ones over a six-course fine-dining experience. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

The Salty Dog Gastropub:  A warm, inviting gastropub experience developed with Ernesto Uchimura, a founding chef of the original Umami Burger. Try innovative gourmet creations inspired by pub favorites or devour “The Ernesto” a savory rib eye burger. Offering a unique variety of beer, whiskey and cocktail selections, plus live music, there’s something for everyone at this hip, friendly twist on traditional pub fare. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Crab Shack:  Seafood lovers won’t want to miss this full crab shack experience. An intriguing bistro option housed within the Horizon Court buffet, Crab Shack diners can savor Bayou-style boiled crawfish and spicy sausage, popcorn shrimp, steaming clam chowder and a tantalizing mixed steamer pot filled with snow crab, jumbo shrimp, clams and mussels. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Chef’s Table Experience:  Taking dining to a new level, the Chef’s Table Experience includes pre-dinner cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in the galley for you and a limited number of fellow guests. After your executive chef describes the specially designed menu for the night, participants are escorted to an intimate table for the main course, including pairing suggestions. This restaurant is available for an additional cost. Limited capacity, reservations required.

Vines:  Vines boasts an extensive collection of wines, like Opus One, Super Tuscans, fine sparkling wines and regional offerings for purchase. The menu also includes wine flights and a selection of wines by the glass.

International Café

Casual Dining

Horizon Court:  Horizon Court offers a buffet selection that changes throughout the day to satisfy the most discriminating palate. Indulge in a delightful array of worldwide cuisine, freshly baked breads and regional comfort foods, in a casual setting at breakfast, lunch or dinner. Enjoy fresh fruits, signature pastas and desserts galore along with your favorite beverages and customizable features like create-your-own salads and sandwiches.

International Café:  Open 24 hours a day, the International Café located in the Piazza is the place for an ever-changing array of small bite meals, treats and gourmet beverages. Grab a freshly baked croissant to start your day, snack on pies and quiche or choose from a wide variety of salads and sandwiches at lunchtime, and indulge in decadent desserts in the evening. Coffee and tea fans will love the New Grounds Crafted Coffee menu featuring a variety of specialty espresso-based drinks made from a custom blend of coffee beans, as well as iced tea fusions.

The Salty Dog Grill:  Treat yourself to 100% handmade Gourmet Burgers, including the Princess Burger or Triple Smoked Burger. The Salty Dog Grill also offers new Street Tacos—a Princess first—featuring a choice of grilled chipotle-lime chicken or roasted sweet potato-green chile. And don’t miss the Classic Hot Dogs, plus loaded fries in tempting varieties including chili cheese, and bacon and cheese.

Slice Pizzeria:  This top-deck pizzeria features a bold new look that sets the stage for tempting offerings that include specialties inspired by local favorites from the Pacific to the Atlantic. Try a Deep Dish Focaccia or a slice of signature Neapolitan-style classics. Savor some California Artisanal Toast with Cali-Avocado or Caprese toppings. Or go for a Sliced Stromboli, and enjoy an East Coast take on a classic Italian calzone that’s stuffed with delicious Italian deli meats and cheeses.

Coffee & Cones:  Complimentary ice cream cones await you at the transformed top-deck creamery. Treat yourself to an ice cream sandwich or a specialty New Grounds Crafted Coffee.

Afternoon Tea:  Afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, pastries, scones, cookies, music and white-glove service.

Room Service:  Call for room service delivery or order through OceanNow® in the Princess® MedallionClass® app at any time of the day or night. Guests with the latest Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages enjoy OceanNow® and room service delivery with no charge. Otherwise, a one-time access fee of $14.99 per person per voyage will apply for OceanNow® delivery and a $5 room service fee will apply for each order placed by stateroom phone. To order, guests can press the "Room Service" button on their stateroom phone, or order through OceanNow®.

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Staterooms feature a refrigerator, spacious closet and bathroom with shower.

Interior (Category: IA)

Category: IA Approximately 162 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.

Interior (Category: IB)

Category: IB Approximately 162 to 182 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.

Interior (Category: IC)

Category: IC Approximately 162 to 182 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.

Interior (Category: ID)

Category: ID Approximately 162 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.

Interior (Category: IE)

Category: IE Approximately 162 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.

Interior (Category: IF)

Category: IF Approximately 162 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.

Nicely-appointed staterooms feature a picture window and bathroom with shower.

Oceanview (Category: OB)

Category: OB Approximately 179 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window for memorable views.

Oceanview (Category: OC)

Category: OC Approximately 179 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window for memorable views.

Oceanview (Category: OE)

Category: OE Approximately 179 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window for memorable views.

Oceanview (Category: OF)

Category: OF Approximately 179 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window for memorable views.

Oceanview (obstructed view) (Category: OV)

Category: OV Approximately 179 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstructed view.

Oceanview (obstructed view) (Category: OW)

Category: OW Approximately 179 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstructed view.

Oceanview (obstructed view) (Category: OY)

Category: OY Approximately 179 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstructed view.

Oceanview (obstructed view) (Category: OZ)

Category: OZ Approximately 158 to 179 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstructed view.

Staterooms feature a private balcony, spacious walk-in closet, desk and bathroom with shower.

Premium Balcony (Category: B1)

Category: B1 Approximately 271 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.

Premium Balcony (Category: B2)

Category: B2 Approximately 271 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.

Premium Balcony (Category: B4)

Category: B4 Approximately 231 to 298 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides dramatic wake views from a rear-facing private balcony.

Balcony (Category: BA)

Category: BA Approximately 231 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.

Balcony (Category: BB)

Category: BB Approximately 231 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.

Balcony (Category: BC)

Category: BC Approximately 231 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.

Balcony (Category: BD)

Category: BD Approximately 231 to 271 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.

Balcony (Category: BE)

Category: BE Approximately 231 to 271 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.

Balcony (Category: BF)

Category: BF Approximately 231 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.

Features separate sitting area with sofa bed and desk, refrigerator, wet bar, tub with shower and balcony or window.

Premium Club Class Mini-Suite with Balcony (Category: M1)

Category: M1 Approximately 323 sq. ft. including balcony, this spacious stateroom provides a seating area with sofa bed, and full bath with combination tub and shower.

Mini-Suite with Balcony (Category: MB)

Category: MB Approximately 323 sq. ft. including balcony, this spacious cabin provides a seating area with sofa bed, and full bath with combination tub and shower.

Mini-Suite with Balcony (Category: MD)

Category: MD Approximately 323 sq. ft. including balcony, this spacious cabin provides a seating area with sofa bed, and full bath with combination tub and shower.

Mini-Suite with Balcony (Category: ME)

Category: ME Approximately 323 sq. ft. including balcony, this spacious cabin provides a seating area with sofa bed, and full bath with combination tub and shower.

Owner's Suite with Balcony (Category: S2)

Category: S2 Approximately 687 to 777 sq. ft. including balcony, the Owner's Suite features an expansive cabin and oversized aft-facing balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.

Penthouse Suite with Balcony (Category: S3)

Category: S3 Approximately 524 to 531 sq. ft. including balcony, the Penthouse Suite features a spacious cabin and aft-facing balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.

Penthouse Suite with Balcony (Category: S4)

Category: S4 Approximately 533 sq. ft. including balcony, the Penthouse Suite features a spacious cabin and separate seating area with a sofa bed. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.

Premium Suite with Balcony (Category: S5)

Category: S5 Approximately 568 sq. ft. including balcony, the Premium Suite features a spacious cabin and separate seating area with a sofa bed. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.

Vista Suite with Balcony (Category: S6)

Category: S6 Approximately 460 to 495 sq. ft. including balcony, the Vista Suite features a spacious cabin and aft-facing balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.

Two-Bedroom Family Suite with Balcony (Category: S8)

Category: S8 Approximately 606 sq. ft. including balcony, the Two Bedroom Family Suite features 2 bedrooms to accommodate up to 8 passengers. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.

• Ship Name: Ruby Princess
• Year Entered Present Fleet: 2008
• Ship Class: Crown
• Maximum Capacity: 3,082
• Number of Passenger Decks: 19
• Number of Crew: 1,200
• Officers' Nationality: British/Italian
• Ocean-View without Balcony: 218
• Ocean-View with Balcony: 682
• Total Inside Staterooms: 436
• Tonnage (GRT): 113,561
• Capacity Based on Double Occupancy: 3,080
• Country of Registry: Bermuda
• Total Staterooms: 1,542
• Suites with Balcony: 204
• Crew/Hotel Staff Nationality: International

Available Dates & Prices

Departure date, inside stateroom, ocean view stateroom, balcony stateroom, suite stateroom, departure date - 06/06/2025, terms & conditions.

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This cruise is rescheduled from 2020. We were planning on sailing from San Francisco to Alaska with another couple.. When we rescheduled, we ended up on this same cruise, but added another girlfriend and another couple. So now we have 7. There are lots of sea days on this trip, and we look forward to relaxing, playing cards,  Code Names (we love that game!), etc, as well as the port days. 

My dh and I have previously sailed Princess from Vancouver, and then took a land tour. That was great, but the airfare to Vancouver and out of Anchorage, plus the extra time we spent in Vancouver made for a pricey trip. Because we are close to the San Francisco port, driving in and parking was a much better budget choice. I am trying to keep this cruise from being a budget buster for our friends. And given how bad airline travel is right now, I was really glad not to be facing a flight.

Coordinating excursions for a group can be difficult at times and our group was no exception.

We ended up with the following:

Icy Strait Point: Some of us are  on a ship excursion (Bears) and others plan to just walk around. 

Ketchikan: We have a car rental (mini van). We booked tickets to see the Lumberjack show and then will drive out to Totem Bight park. 

Juneau: Another van rental. We will pick up the car and drive out to Mendenhall Glacier. We then come back, park and have tickets for the Gaustinea mine. If the weather is nice, we’ll take the tram. If not, maybe the state museum.

Prince Rupert: This was a change from Victoria. Since we were in Victoria 6am-noon, we couldn't’ do much anyway so this change wasn’t an issue. We decided against an excursion here, primarily due to cost and distance. For example, the Wilderness Jetboat Adventure is $309 and 5 hours. But the jetboat adventure part is 35 minutes, a hike is 30 and a dinner is 60 minutes. The other 3 hours was travel time. So instead we plan to walk to the city museum and have a drink at the Crest hotel. 

I looked into options for getting to the terminal, as we are somewhat local. A limousine was considered, but we ended up booking parking at the pier. Two cars for the 10 days was about $400. We would have needed a Mercedes sprinter to handle our group size and luggage, which required a 4 hour minimum, so would have been over $1000 both ways.  This is the first cruise I’ve been on where we are local, so I am excited about not having to travel both ways. 

This is our itinerary. There are lots of “at sea” days and that is okay with us. We plan to relax, play cards, play games, drink and just generally enjoy our time with each other.

I will admit I am a little nervous about this cruise. I’ve heard such negative things on these boards about Princess and it’s such a big deal for me that my friends enjoy this trip! 

If you have no interest in packing, just skip this part. I am typically someone who packs a 21” carry on roller and a personal item tote. For this trip, we were driving to the port, so I could realistically bring whatever I wanted. However, I know myself, and I don’t like being overwhelmed by clothing choices when I travel. I also don’t mind doing a quick load of laundry, especially with a cruise with as many sea days as this one. 

While I adore dresses for warm weather trips, I didn’t take any on this trip, with the exception of one as a coverup for my swim suit (not sure if I’ll use the Enclave or hot tub, but want to be prepared in case I do).

My bags were a Travelpro rolling carryon and a Kipling Sasha tote. 

1 pair black ponte knit slacks 

1 pair floral pants (black and navy)

1 pair of black joggers

1 pair of black and white lightweight pinstripe pants

1 pair dressy black pants

black and white stripe long sleeve tunic

Black and white polka dot ¾ sleeve blouse

Blue and black sleeveless floral sleeveless  blouse

Red short sleeve swing tee

Blue short sleeve swing tee

Black ¾ sleeve swing tee

Gray ¾ sleeve tee

Royal blue short sleeve tee

2 “dressy” tops (one in varied blue tones and one with green and black shades)

Misc Clothes

swim cover up 

Cold weather clothes

Soft fleece like gaiter

Magic gloves

Black pashmina

2 pairs black tights

2 under tees (performance wear)

Black very lightweight ¾ sleeve open cardigan

Lightweight windbreaker with hood

A down jacket (not that great of quality, but used it on last Alaskan cruise)

black ponte knit casual blazer

May jane style sneakers

Arch support slip on shoes (think skechers style)

Dress flats

Electronics cords and chargers

Games (Code names, cards, Left Right center)

OTC meds such as bonine, ibuprofen, etc

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Day 1: San Francisco 

I got up this morning and ran around doing last minute tasks until we left to pick up my girlfriend and drive up to San Francisco. We decided to go to the pier and drop off my friend Kathy and I with the luggage and have dh then go to the parking garage. Huge mistake. The Embarcadero was so amazingly crowded and it took us over 30 minutes to drive the short distance to the pier. We are planning a Hawaiian cruise also out of SF and will go straight to the parking garage and walk our luggage the block or two. 

We dropped off the luggage easily and got in line. I thought the line w as long….at 11:30 it was basically at the sign for Pier 23

By 12:30 we were nearing the entrance to check in and the line had just about doubled. It looped back to the terminal. 

I’m not sure these pictures really show the true picture of how long the line is. 

There was a representative from Princess circulating around and he acknowledged that they were not enforcing at all the arrival times we signed up for. 

At 12:40 we were in the building, through security and in line for the next check in.

At 1, we were on the ship. Yay!! I’m curious how long it will take our friends to board…..they joined the line about 12:30.

Our room was available, so we dropped off a couple of things and headed up to the lido deck. We then went to have lunch at the Iguana Grill, which dh wanted. I had a sweet potato and black bean street taco which I enjoyed. 

Patter for today:

rayandshirl

I was a solo passenger on the Ruby in May for the 10 day cruise to Alaska and had, as always, a great time on the ship.  There was body lotion on my sink and another tube when it ran low.  I look forward to returning on the Ruby in September for the cruise to Vancouver.  

Phantom of the Seas

Keep the patters coming.....thank you....MDR menus if can.... 

I was VERY nervous about my April Princess cruise due to what I read on these boards. I envisioned a crowd of wizened entitled cranks yelling at me to get out of their hallway. The reality was completely different as the people I met on the ship were lovely. These boards do Princess no favors, unfortunate for those of us who want to find information before sailing.

correction: we ate at the Salty Dog Grill. I think the Iguana Grill is Carnival.   

After lunch we went to the muster station and checked in and then saw the spa. I plan to get a manicure and apparently if you book today you get a bonus. For the manicure it’s a paraffin treatment and a massage you get the longer one for the cheaper price.

We then headed to Vines and sat by the window with a view of the Bay Bridge. I’d post the wine list but apparently it’s not accurate. The server noted he didn’t have wines that were listed and he had others not on the list. So you really have to ask.

Lovely  view of the Bay Bridge.   

dreaminofcruisin

We'll be on the Ruby in October, so enjoying your review.

Your picture-taking skill is exemplary!

So often, the photos people take of the Patters are hard to read. Yours are SOOOOO very clear!!!

HaveDogWillTravel

Thanks for taking the time out of your holiday to do this. If you don’t mind and if it’s convenient would you please ask to see the bottles (and take pictures to post here) of red and white wine that is being pored for the Plus  package (up to $12)   My understanding is since the introduction of the Premier package (up to $18) the wines for Plus are listed as Red, white or rose. No vineyard or varietal given.   

Thank you for posting.  We'll be following you on 7/29 so I'm very interested in your impressions and comments.  Your packing list was helpful.  Hope you have lovely weather in the next ten days.

2 minutes ago, treesah said: Thank you for posting.  We'll be following you on 7/29 so I'm very interested in your impressions and comments.  Your packing list was helpful.  Hope you have lovely weather in the next ten days.

My husband and I will also be on that sailing.  Got our medallions yesterday!  We are also interested in PandaBear's postings and will be following along.

We are also driving to San Francisco next month prior to boarding the Ruby - could you please let me know where you parked and how you reserved your parking?  Was the parking garage secure? 

Enjoy your cruise!

Cruise Raider

Thanks for taking the time to post.  We’ve been on the Ruby several times since the restart and had a great time on each and every cruise.  It appears that some people are more likely to complain that write anything positive.  I’m sure you will have a fantastic time.  The Ruby has an amazing crew and staff. The food has been great, the entertainment was fantastic, the rooms are comfortable, etc.  

Don’t forget to go to the naturalist talks they have in the Princess theater.  Some are good and others are great.  If you are lucky enough to have Ranger John onboard, you won’t be sorry to adjust your schedule around going to his lectures.   Also, just of note, the museum in Prince Rupert is small and very close to the ship so it won’t take too long for that.  Be sure to walk to the nearby Sunken Gardens, also small but a nice place for taking in a leisurely stroll.  There is also a trail to walk along the water front about a mile away .. Rushbrook Trail you may be interested in.    

Enjoy and keep these posts coming!  

20 hours ago, PandaBear62 said:   We then headed to Vines and sat by the window with a view of the Bay Bridge. I’d post the wine list but apparently it’s not accurate. The server noted he didn’t have wines that were listed and he had others not on the list. So you really have to ask. Lovely  view of the Bay Bridge.     

My best Vines tip.  On most ships, and it has been too long since I was on the Ruby Princess, there are various bottles of wine displayed around the edges of the seating area.  Most of these are on the Vines list,  However, there may be wines that are not on the list.  If you happen to find one that is not on the list but looks good to you, they will open it up for you.

Also, good call by the folks who chose the Bear Search at Icy Strait Point.

I tried to post this last night, but the internet was too inconsistent.   

We stayed at Vines awhile and then made a quick trip to the room. Our friends were at the Salty Dog eating so we joined them.

The Captain announced a delay in departing. They are expecting maybe 8pm. Something maybe about provisions arriving late? 

I went to the spa to schedule a manicure. They were quite booked the next two days (both sea days). I was offered an 8am appointment…..no thank you! But they then said I could do it right then and that worked. Pricey, of course, but I knew that going in. But a nice manicure. 

I also discovered my app really wasn’t working. Not the usual the app is slow and crappy but the “app has lost all my info and won’t let me add it in again” problem.  So we added a trip to guest services to figure that out, and now it seems to be working better. 

We ended up at dinner in the DaVinci room. We were told that we really should make reservations, rather than walking up. So I guess we’ll try.

Our group is not “foodies”, so take my comments with that grain of salt. I also am bad at remembering to take photos.

Here is the menu from the first night: I included the list of wines for the beverage package. We didn’t drink tonight….we had already had a few drinks and after a long day I just didn’t want more. So I’ll report later if the list is accurate. 

I had the garlic shrimp, which I enjoyed, and the risottto which was really good. For dessert, the soufflé. I’m not usually a fan of soufflé, but I ordered it because of the amaretto sauce. It was really good. The chocolate was light, not a heavy chocolate flavor….just yummy.

No pictures except the risotto

My husband went to the casino but I went back to the room for bed….I was tired.

Couple of thoughts:

We were told there were 3000 passengers aboard this cruise. 

Our room is nice (L103)-an obstructed ocean view.  My husband likes a room with natural light. Good closet space. But, virtually no outlets!

Tune in tomorrow for more!

great report! Thanks for posting as we all know how challenging the internet is. Posts tend to disappear when you hit post so I found it helpful to copy my post to a notepad, clear my internet history and cookies and try again.   

on deck 7 aft by the photo people you’ll find the medallion ap people. I have found them very helpful on the Ruby recently. Next time you walk by and there’s no one or very few passengers try letting them help you get the ap working better. They are usually successful.    

A BIG Thank-you! 

SiliconCruiser

10 hours ago, PandaBear62 said: I tried to post this last night, but the internet was too inconsistent.  The menus seem to be pretty consistent with the pre-covid days.  Not much has changed.      

That's the exact same menu that we had on 7/9 on the Ruby!  What a surprise!

day 2 At sea  

I had been saying yesterday how really tired I was. Like exhausted.  Very atypical for me.  I woke up about 6 or 7 and went back to bed. About 8ish I heard my dh in the shower and figured I get up when he got out. Nope, I fell back asleep. That’s a long way of saying I didn’t wake up until 11am.   

So I went to the international cafe and had a coffee and then a small lunch there: a roast beef sandwich on a baguette, some shrimp noodle salad and a lemon cookie. It was yummy and I am pretty sure it will become a lunch favorite location. I get overwhelmed by all of the choices at the buffet and like the smallness of the cafe.  

Kathy and I made our way to the Princess theatre to see the Whales of Alaska presentation by Tess Juliana. It was good. We then headed to a lounge (Club Fusion) for Bingo. $39 for 6 cards for 4 games plus a scratcher (but not a winner, sigh). We had a terrible time getting the attention of a server to order a drink, so I finally just got up and asked someone to come over. I’m not shy I guess! 

No surprises, we weren’t even close to winning. Like someone won and the best we had was 2 in a row! We walked up to Sabatinis to see if we could switch around our reservation but no one was there. We’ll go tonight. We then headed to the International Cafe for a little snack to hold us until dinner 

I headed back to my room and ended up napping! We headed out for dinner. 

I had the Caesar salad, prime rib and ice cream for dessert. I was pleasantly surprised with the prime rib. So many places serve it wigh so much fat, you can’t eat it. This has a little bit not too much. The ice cream was excellent.

After dinner my friends Kathy and Jan went to Adagios and played cards and had a drink. We had planned to talk about changing around our dinner at Savatinis and I remembered the speciality dining was just every other night. But that’s okay because we discovered  Adagios. What a lovely bar. We’re thinking this could be a good place for viewing in Glacier Bay day.

When it closed, I headed back to the room for the night.   

Tomorrow: another sea day. 

san diego sue

we were on the July 9th cruise. We arrived at the port at 10:am. no line outside at all but once in big lines for checkin. We were Green Lane and although lots of help, very slow checkin.It was dumb because all our info already in computer system and all they needed to do was see our  covid tests and passports. Felt sorry for people on the Blue line , plenty of windows open and massive lines.

So my advice don't come later to port, go as early as possible. I heard there were huge lines as the morning progressed into the early afternoon.SF seems to have unskilled people manning those check ins. In San Pedro, it was quick and easy.

Also no one checked if we had the Arrive Canada done. We got reminders in the patter daily to do it but no one checked , no one on the ship or when we actually got off in Prince Rupert. We were thinking that maybe the ship had gotten a list from Canada with who did it or maybe Canada got a passenger list from the Ruby. No one actually knew the answer and we didn't ask at passenger services.

Our cruise was fabulous and we would do it again in a heartbeat. Even though boarding was a bit of a hassle, worth it in the long run to do this cruise.Internet was lousy so I hope the person doing the Live thread has better luck using it.

Great review.....”Tess” (Naturalist) is a MUST do!

3 minutes ago, Phantom of the Seas said: Great review.....”Tess” (Naturalist) is a MUST do!

She was very different in her lecture approach. Good information and I agree a must to see.

Patters for Day 3

The prices you see for cocktails & glasses of wine......does it make sense to keep Plus or upgrade to Premier? Thanks

2 hours ago, san diego sue said: we were on the July 9th cruise. We arrived at the port at 10:am. no line outside at all but once in big lines for checkin. We were Green Lane and although lots of help, very slow checkin.It was dumb because all our info already in computer system and all they needed to do was see our  covid tests and passports. Felt sorry for people on the Blue line , plenty of windows open and massive lines. So my advice don't come later to port, go as early as possible. I heard there were huge lines as the morning progressed into the early afternoon.SF seems to have unskilled people manning those check ins. In San Pedro, it was quick and easy. Also no one checked if we had the Arrive Canada done. We got reminders in the patter daily to do it but no one checked , no one on the ship or when we actually got off in Prince Rupert. We were thinking that maybe the ship had gotten a list from Canada with who did it or maybe Canada got a passenger list from the Ruby. No one actually knew the answer and we didn't ask at passenger services. Our cruise was fabulous and we would do it again in a heartbeat. Even though boarding was a bit of a hassle, worth it in the long run to do this cruise.Internet was lousy so I hope the person doing the Live thread has better luck using it.

We were also on the July 9th cruise.  I could not believe how many passengers handled ALL of their large sized bags at embarkation.  Ladies were struggling to lift them onto the scanner belt at security.  I have never seen this before.  I think this also really slowed down the boarding process.  I was surprised Princess even allowed this.  

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