7 Night Voyage Of The Glaciers With Glacier Bay - Southbound (Whittier To Vancouver)
Discovery Princess
Discovery Princess
August 28, 2027
7 Night Voyage Of The Glaciers With Glacier Bay - Southbound

Discovery Princess - 8/28/2027

The August 28, 2027 cruise on the Discovery Princess departs from Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska. On this 7 Night Voyage Of The Glaciers With Glacier Bay - Southbound (Whittier To Vancouver) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Discovery Princess sets sail on Saturday, Aug 28th and returns on Saturday, Sep 4th.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Whittier
Alaska
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
1

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Discovery Princess - August 28, 2027 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Aug 28thWhittier (Anchorage), Alaska
2Aug 29thCruise Hubbard Glacier
3Aug 30thCruise Glacier Bay
4Aug 31stIcy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska
5Sep 1stJuneau, Alaska
6Sep 2ndKetchikan, Alaska
7Sep 3rdAt Sea
8Sep 4thVancouver, British Columbia

The Discovery Princess sails on August 28, 2027 for a 7 Night Voyage Of The Glaciers With Glacier Bay - Southbound (Whittier To Vancouver). 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 Sep 4th at 5:45 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Discovery Princess will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise Ship

Discovery Princess Size Infographic

Discovery Princess

145 k
tonnage
1,083 ft
length
2021
year built
1,830
cabins
3,660
passengers
1,346
crew

DISCOVERY PRINCESS SIZE

The Discovery Princess has a construction date of 2021 and a total size of 145,000 gross tons. The ship measures 1,083 feet (330 meters) in length. Discovery Princess is included in Princess’s Royal Class. At full capacity, the Discovery Princess holds 5,006 passengers. That includes 3,660 cruise vacationers and 1,346 staff members. The Discovery Princess total number of staterooms is 1,830.

Discovery Princess Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:145,000 GT
  • Length:1,083 ft (330 m)
  • Beam:126 ft (38 m)
  • Draft:28 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:2021
  • Years Served:2021 - Present
  • Capacity:3,660
  • Crew Members:1,346
  • Total on Board:5,006
  • Total Staterooms:1,830
  • Flagged Country:Bermuda
  • Ship Cost:760 Million
  • Status:active

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Cruise Ports

Day1
AUG 282027
United States
D: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. (126 words)

Day2
AUG 292027
A:3:00 PMD: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. (126 words)

Day3
AUG 302027
United States
A:9:15 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day4
AUG 312027
United States
A:6:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day5
SEP 12027
United States
A:6:30 AMD:4:00 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. (126 words)

Day6
SEP 22027
United States
A:9:00 AMD:4:15 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. (126 words)

Day7
SEP 32027
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day8
SEP 42027
A:5:45 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. (126 words)