MS Noordam
October 4, 2026

Seattle, Washington, offers docking at Pier 91. Travelers explore Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Excursions include whale-watching in Puget Sound. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes Dungeness crab, a Washington favorite. Souvenirs, like native crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Seattle’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic markets and scenic waterways, making Seattle an engaging destination for exploration.

Ketchikan, Alaska, offers docking at Ketchikan Port. Travelers explore Totem Bight Park and Creek Street. Excursions include Misty Fjords flights. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Native Alaskan history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance historic walks. Ketchikan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and scenic fjords, making Ketchikan an engaging destination for exploration.

Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Prince Rupert Port. Travelers explore North Pacific Cannery and Museum of Northern BC. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like Haida crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tsimshian history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal walks. Prince Rupert’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime heritage and scenic fjords, making Prince Rupert an engaging destination.

Grenville Channel, British Columbia, no docking; ships cruise Inside Passage’s narrow strait. Travelers spot grizzly bears on shores. Lectures cover Haida history. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season June to September; fog common. Photography captures forested walls. Dining onboard includes salmon. Souvenirs, like totem replicas, in ship shops. Briefings on navigation. Binoculars for wildlife. The channel’s calm waters and wildlife sightings enhance the Pacific Northwest passage experience.

Returning to Prince Rupert — see Day 4 above for port info.

Johnstone Strait, Canada, no docking; ships cruise British Columbia’s strait. Travelers spot orcas rubbing beaches. Zodiacs explore Robson Bight. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season July to September; orca season. Photography captures Vancouver Island. Dining onboard includes salmon. Souvenirs, like orca prints, in ship shops. Briefings on marine sanctuaries. Kayaking near shores. Light layers for coastal fog. Johnstone’s resident orcas make it prime whale watching in Inside Passage.

Seymour Narrows, British Columbia, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view tidal rapids and Discovery Islands from the ship. Excursions include zodiac tours to Ripple Rock. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal cruising. Photography captures rugged shores and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a Canadian favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof jackets suit the temperate climate, while binoculars enhance scenery viewing. Seymour Narrows’ wild allure offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of dramatic tides and coastal beauty, making Seymour Narrows an engaging destination.

Bella Bella, Waglisla, British Columbia, docks at Waglisla Terminal, steps from the village, population 1,000. Travelers visit Heiltsuk Cultural Centre for totem poles. Local markets sell smoked salmon. Excursions to Klemtu, 1 hour north, explore Spirit Bear Lodge. Peak season June to September; taxis 5-10 CAD. Dining includes oolichan grease at community halls. Souvenirs feature cedar carvings.

Nanaimo, British Columbia, offers docking at Nanaimo Port. Travelers explore the Old City Quarter and Bastion fortress. Excursions visit Cathedral Grove’s ancient cedars or whale-watching tours. Local markets sell Nanaimo bars. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures harbor views and rainforest trails. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like totem pole crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Vancouver Island’s history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while binoculars enhance whale spotting. Nanaimo’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, natural beauty, and marine adventures, making Nanaimo an engaging destination for exploring British Columbia’s island heritage and scenic landscapes.

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Ogden Point Port. Travelers explore Butchart Gardens and Craigdarroch Castle. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell Nanaimo bars. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures floral gardens and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance garden walks. Victoria’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and historic landmarks, making Victoria an engaging destination for exploration.

Returning to Seattle — see Day 1 above for port info.