Cruise Quest app screenshots
New
The Cruise Quest app is here.
Bar Bingo & Cruise Cameo · works offline!
// MENU
HomeCruise SearchShipsPortsBlog
Discovery Princess itinerary map for August 8, 2026 (7 nights)
Discovery Princess itinerary map for August 8, 2026 (7 nights)
7 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · Whittier, Alaska
PrincessDiscovery Princess

Discovery Princess
August 8, 2026

7-Night Voyage Of The Glaciers With Glacier Bay - Southbound aboard Discovery Princess · Departing August 8, 2026 from the Port of Whittier, Alaska.

Share
// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Discovery Princess departs from Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska on Saturday, August 8, 2026 and returns on Saturday, Aug 15th. August weather across this route averages 77°/39°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.7 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
8.7OUT OF 10
SAFE TIER
Safer than 87% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
7
night cruise
Sat → Sat
02
Whittier
departure port
Alaska
03
7
port stops
Southbound
04
1
sea day
Day 7
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The Discovery Princess, operated by Princess Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, August 8, 2026 from Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska for a 7-night Voyage Of The Glaciers With Glacier Bay - Southbound cruise. This itinerary includes 7 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. August weather across the route averages 77°F highs and 39°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 8.7 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 Discovery Princess sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Discovery Princess August 8, 2026 Roll Call

7 SAVED THIS SAILING
RipeShell
@RipeShell
EpicMint
@EpicMint
ArtfulJetty
@ArtfulJetty
chrisandjen
@chrisandjen
greg.harrison
@greg.harrison
rick47
@rick47
TravelDadMike
@TravelDadMike
// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

Save this cruise to see who's going

Join the roll call & connect with the other cruisers sailing on this date.

// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Discovery Princess August 8, 2026 Price & Tracking

DISCOVERY PRINCESS·AUGUST 8, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Discovery Princess cruise ship departing August 8, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $941 ($135 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $974 ($140 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 3%.

Discovery Princess cruise departing August 8, 20267-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $941 ($135 per night). Average price: $974.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $942
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Discovery Princess · August 8, 2026
$941
$135 per night · 7 nights
0% below average
Avg $942 · You save $1

Prices change often and may differ at checkout. Click to see the latest available price.

🔔
Get Price Drop Updates

Get an email notification when the price of the Discovery PrincessAugust 8, 2026 drops below $941 for an inside cabin.

Never spam · Opt out anytime

Gangwaze earns a commission when you book through our partner links at no extra cost to you. Prices shown are sourced from third-party sellers and may differ at checkout.

// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Voyage Of The Glaciers With Glacier Bay - Southbound (Whittier To Vancouver) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAUGUST 8, 2026
The Discovery Princess sails on August 8, 2026 for a 7 Night Voyage Of The Glaciers With Glacier Bay - Southbound (Whittier To Vancouver) (Whittier (Anchorage) Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska at 8:30 PM and will return to the port of Vancouver, British Columbia on Aug 15th at 7:30 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Discovery Princess will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Discovery Princess
AUGUST 8, 2026
8 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
Loading map...
7 NIGHTS · 6 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · WHITTIER (ANCHORAGE)
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Voyage Of The Glaciers With Glacier Bay - Southbound (Whittier To Vancouver) Port List

Discovery Princess·August 8, 2026
Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska — Day 1 of Discovery Princess August 8, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·AUG 8

Whittier (Anchorage)

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:30 PM

Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska, offers docking at Whittier Port with excursions to Anchorage. Travelers explore Chugach National Forest and Alaska Native Heritage 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 Prince William Sound vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chugach history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance forest walks. Whittier’s glacial charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and cultural heritage, making Whittier an engaging destination.

Cruise Hubbard Glacier — Day 2 of Discovery Princess August 8, 2026 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
3:00 PM
8:00 PM

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.

Cruise Glacier Bay — Day 3 of Discovery Princess August 8, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·AUG 10

Cruise Glacier Bay

ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:15 AM
6:15 PM

Cruise Glacier Bay, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Margerie Glacier and humpback whales from the ship. Excursions include ranger-led tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for glacier tours. Photography captures icebergs and Inside Passage 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 spotting. Glacier Bay’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial landscapes and marine wildlife, making Glacier Bay an engaging destination.

Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska — Day 4 of Discovery Princess August 8, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·AUG 11

Icy Strait Point (Hoonah)

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
7:00 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 5 of Discovery Princess August 8, 2026 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·AUG 12

Juneau

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:30 AM
3:15 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.

Ketchikan, Alaska — Day 6 of Discovery Princess August 8, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·AUG 13

Ketchikan

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:30 AM
3:15 PM

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.

Vancouver, British Columbia — Day 8 of Discovery Princess August 8, 2026 cruise
DAY
8
DISEMBARKATION
SATURDAY·AUG 15

Vancouver

British Columbia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:30 AM

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.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Voyage Of The Glaciers With Glacier Bay - Southbound (Whittier To Vancouver) Weather Forecast

Discovery Princess·August 8, 2026
AUG FORECAST · WHITTIER (ANCHORAGE)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
53°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
74°
AVG LOW
32°
AVG RAINFALL
9.5"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT WHITTIER (ANCHORAGE)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
53°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Discovery Princess August 8, 2026 Excursions

Discovery Princess·August 8, 2026

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
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Discovery Princess itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
See all Whittier excursions
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Voyage Of The Glaciers With Glacier Bay - Southbound (Whittier To Vancouver)

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 87% of all cruises
8.7/10 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 BREAKDOWN07 PORTS
01

Whittier (Anchorage) 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesMODERATE

Whittier is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain aware of their surroundings and environmental hazards.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

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
03

Cruise Glacier Bay 🇺🇸

United States · United StatesSAFE

Passengers remain aboard their cruise ships in Glacier Bay, ensuring a safe experience while enjoying the scenic views.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

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
05

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
06

Ketchikan 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Ketchikan offers a safe environment for travelers with a strong police presence, low crime rates, and standard precautions advised for wildlife.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

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
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Discovery Princess Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsPRINCESS
Discovery Princess
PRINCESS · ROYAL
CHRISTENED
2022
STATEROOMS
1,830
TONNAGE
145,000GT
12.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 128,868 GT
YEAR BUILT
2022
11 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2011
LENGTH
1,083ft
6.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,020 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,660cruisers
14.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 3,197 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Discovery Princess has a construction date of 2022 and a total size of 145,000 gross tons. The ship measures 1,083 feet in length. Discovery Princess is included in Princess's Royal class. At full capacity, the Discovery Princess holds 3,660 passengers. That includes 2,314 cruise vacationers and 1,346 staff members. The Discovery Princess total number of staterooms is 1,830.

// INSIDE THE FULL SHIP PAGE
Dive deeper into the
Discovery Princess
  • Size comparison chart against other ships
  • Bars, restaurants, and venue highlights
  • Renovation and dry-dock schedule
  • FAQs about Discovery Princess
Discovery Princess Detail
// 09 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourDiscovery Princess·August 8, 2026sailing
  • Live pricing is not currently available for this sailing. Sign up for price-drop alerts above to be notified when fares appear.

    PRICING
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · AUG 2, 2026
// SHARE THIS ITINERARY

Cruise crew? Share this page.

DISCOVERY PRINCESS·AUGUST 8, 2026
As seen in
ForbesNBC NewsCruise CriticRoyal Caribbean BlogReader's Digest

Sign up or
Sign in

Save your cruise, track reviews for your cabin, set cruise price drop alerts, & more with an account.

No password needed · Sign-in code sent