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Norwegian Spirit itinerary map for July 3, 2024 (7 nights)
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7 nights · 8 ports
Round-trip · Vancouver, British Columbia
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Norwegian Spirit
July 3, 2024

7-Night Alaska: Hubbard Glacier & Skagway aboard Norwegian Spirit · Departing July 3, 2024 from the Port of Vancouver, British Columbia.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Spirit departs from Vancouver, British Columbia on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 and returns on Wednesday, Jul 10th. July weather across this route averages 72°/39°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.8 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
8.8OUT OF 10
SAFE TIER
Safer than 88% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
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7
night cruise
Wed → Wed
02
Vancouver
departure port
British Columbia
03
8
port stops
Glacier
04
0
sea days
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The Norwegian Spirit, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, sets sail on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 from Vancouver, British Columbia for a 7-night Alaska: Hubbard Glacier & Skagway cruise. This itinerary includes 8 unique port stops and 0 days at sea. July weather across the route averages 72°F highs and 39°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 8.8 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Norwegian Spirit sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Norwegian Spirit July 3, 2024 Roll Call

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Alaska: Hubbard Glacier & Skagway (Vancouver To Seward) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapJULY 3, 2024
The Norwegian Spirit sails on July 3, 2024 for a 7 Night Alaska: Hubbard Glacier & Skagway (Vancouver To Seward) (Vancouver Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Vancouver, British Columbia at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Seward (Anchorage), Alaska on Jul 10th at 5:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Norwegian Spirit will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 0 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
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7 NIGHTS · 7 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · VANCOUVER
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Alaska: Hubbard Glacier & Skagway (Vancouver To Seward) Port List

Norwegian Spirit·July 3, 2024
Vancouver, British Columbia — Day 1 of Norwegian Spirit July 3, 2024 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
WEDNESDAY·JUL 3

Vancouver

British Columbia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:00 PM

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Canada Place Port. Travelers explore Stanley Park and Gastown. Excursions visit Capilano Suspension Bridge. Local markets sell poutine. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban parks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like Inuit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Vancouver’s urban charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and cultural landmarks, making Vancouver an engaging destination for exploring Canada’s west coast.

Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska — Day 2 of Norwegian Spirit July 3, 2024 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
WEDNESDAY·JUL 3

Cruise Inside Passage

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE

Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view fjords and humpback whales from the ship. Excursions include zodiac tours for wildlife spotting. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal cruising. Photography captures glaciers and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife viewing. Inside Passage’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine life and scenic fjords, making Inside Passage an engaging destination.

Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska — Day 3 of Norwegian Spirit July 3, 2024 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
FRIDAY·JUL 5

Icy Strait Point (Hoonah)

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
2:00 PM
10:00 PM

Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska, offers docking at Icy Strait Point. Travelers explore Hoonah’s Tlingit culture and Chichagof Island. Excursions include whale-watching tours. 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 Huna Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance forest walks. Icy Strait Point’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and marine wildlife, making Icy Strait Point an engaging destination.

Juneau, Alaska — Day 4 of Norwegian Spirit July 3, 2024 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
SATURDAY·JUL 6

Juneau

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
8:00 PM

Juneau, Alaska, offers docking at Juneau Port. Travelers explore Mendenhall Glacier and Mount Roberts Tramway. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures glaciers and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance glacier hikes. Juneau’s natural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning glaciers and marine wildlife, making Juneau an engaging destination for exploration.

Skagway, Alaska — Day 5 of Norwegian Spirit July 3, 2024 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
SUNDAY·JUL 7

Skagway

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Skagway, Alaska, offers docking at Skagway Port. Travelers explore Klondike Gold Rush Park and White Pass Railway. Excursions include hiking Chilkoot Trail. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic railways and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like gold-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gold Rush history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance trail hikes. Skagway’s historic charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of gold rush heritage and scenic mountains, making Skagway an engaging destination.

Cruise Hubbard Glacier — Day 6 of Norwegian Spirit July 3, 2024 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
WEDNESDAY·JUL 3

Cruise Hubbard Glacier

ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE

Cruise Hubbard Glacier, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Hubbard Glacier and Disenchantment Bay from the ship. Excursions include zodiac tours for seal spotting. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for glacier cruising. Photography captures icebergs and Yakutat Bay vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like glacier crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife viewing. Hubbard Glacier’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial beauty and marine life, making Hubbard Glacier an engaging destination.

Valdez, Alaska — Day 7 of Norwegian Spirit July 3, 2024 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
TUESDAY·JUL 9

Valdez

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Valdez, Alaska, offers docking at Valdez Port. Travelers explore Columbia Glacier and Worthington Glacier. Excursions include kayaking in Prince William Sound. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures icebergs and Alaskan vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like native crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chugach history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance glacier walks. Valdez’s glacial charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of icy landscapes and marine adventures, making Valdez an engaging destination for exploring Alaska’s coastal wilderness.

Seward (Anchorage), Alaska — Day 8 of Norwegian Spirit July 3, 2024 cruise
DAY
8
DISEMBARKATION
WEDNESDAY·JUL 10

Seward (Anchorage)

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:00 AM

Seward (Anchorage), Alaska, offers docking at Seward Port with excursions to Anchorage. Travelers explore Kenai Fjords and Alaska SeaLife Center. Excursions include glacier cruises. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures glaciers and Resurrection Bay vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Athabascan history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance fjord hikes. Seward’s natural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial landscapes and marine wildlife, making Seward an engaging destination.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Alaska: Hubbard Glacier & Skagway (Vancouver To Seward) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Spirit·July 3, 2024
JUL FORECAST · VANCOUVER
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
69°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
93°
AVG LOW
45°
AVG RAINFALL
2.0"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT VANCOUVER
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
69°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Norwegian Spirit July 3, 2024 Excursions

Norwegian Spirit·July 3, 2024

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Alaska: Hubbard Glacier & Skagway (Vancouver To Seward)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
SAFE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 88% of all cruises
8.8/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN08 PORTS
01

Vancouver 🇨🇦

British Columbia · CanadaSAFE

Vancouver is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy urban areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Cruise Inside Passage 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

The Cruise Inside Passage in Alaska is a safe destination where travelers can explore while remaining secure on their cruise ship.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Icy Strait Point (Hoonah) 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Icy Strait Point offers a secure environment for tourists with low crime rates, controlled access, and protocols to manage wildlife encounters.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Juneau 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Juneau is a safe cruise destination with low crime, good infrastructure, and designated tourist areas, but be cautious of environmental hazards.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Skagway 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Skagway is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, though travelers should exercise caution in isolated areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Cruise Hubbard Glacier 🇺🇸

United States · United StatesSAFE

Travelers can safely enjoy stunning views of Hubbard Glacier from their cruise ship, ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Valdez 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Valdez, Alaska, offers a safe environment for travelers, but caution is advised in remote areas due to environmental risks.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

Seward (Anchorage) 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Seward is a safe cruise destination with low crime and a focus on visitor safety, though travelers should be aware of environmental hazards.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Norwegian Spirit Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsNORWEGIAN
Norwegian Spirit
NORWEGIAN · SPIRIT
CHRISTENED
1998
STATEROOMS
1,025
TONNAGE
75,904GT
39.5% BELOW AVG· vs avg 125,377 GT
YEAR BUILT
1998
14 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2012
LENGTH
880ft
12.0% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,000 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,018cruisers
36.0% BELOW AVG· vs avg 3,153 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Norwegian Spirit has a construction date of 1998 and a total size of 75,904 gross tons. The ship measures 880 feet in length. Norwegian Spirit is included in Norwegian's Spirit class. At full capacity, the Spirit holds 2,018 passengers. That includes 1,106 cruise vacationers and 912 staff members. The Spirit total number of staterooms is 1,025.

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