4 Night Alaska Sampler (Seattle To Vancouver)
Grand Princess
Grand Princess
May 23, 2025
4 Night Alaska Sampler

Grand Princess - 5/23/2025

The May 23, 2025 cruise on the Grand Princess departs from Seattle, Washington. On this 4 Night Alaska Sampler (Seattle To Vancouver) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Grand Princess sets sail on Friday, May 23rd and returns on Tuesday, May 27th.

Cruise Length
4
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Seattle
Washington
Port Stops
3
Sea Days
2

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Grand Princess cruise ship departing May 23, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $684 ($171 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $455 ($114 per night), this represents a recent increase of 50%.

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Inside Cabin
$684
50%
vs Avg $455

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Grand Princess - May 23, 2025 - 4 Nights

DayDatePort
1May 23rdSeattle, Washington
2May 24thAt Sea
3May 25thKetchikan, Alaska
4May 26thAt Sea
5May 27thVancouver, British Columbia

The Grand Princess sails on May 23, 2025 for a 4 Night Alaska Sampler (Seattle To Vancouver). The ship will depart the port of Seattle, Washington at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Vancouver, British Columbia on May 27th at 7:30 AM. During the 5-day journey, the Grand Princess will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my 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 Safety Rank
78 / 100
safer than 78% of all cruises
78
7
/ 10
Seattle, Washington
Seattle
Travelers in Seattle should stay vigilant and secure their belongings, as some downtown areas may have higher risks of petty theft.
8
/ 10
Ketchikan, Alaska
Ketchikan
Ketchikan offers a safe environment for travelers with a strong police presence, low crime rates, and standard precautions advised for wildlife.
8
/ 10
Vancouver, British Columbia
Vancouver
Vancouver is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy urban areas.

Cruise Ship

Grand Princess Size Infographic

Grand Princess

108 k
tonnage
949 ft
length
1998
year built
1,301
cabins
2,610
passengers
1,100
crew

GRAND PRINCESS SIZE

The Grand Princess has a construction date of 1998 and a total size of 107,517 gross tons. The ship measures 949 feet (289 meters) in length. Grand Princess is included in Princess’s Grand Class. At full capacity, the Grand Princess holds 3,710 passengers. That includes 2,610 cruise vacationers and 1,100 staff members. The Grand Princess total number of staterooms is 1,301.

Grand Princess Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:107,517 GT
  • Length:949 ft (289 m)
  • Beam:118 ft (36 m)
  • Draft:28 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:1998
  • Years Served:1998 - Present
  • Capacity:2,610
  • Crew Members:1,100
  • Total on Board:3,710
  • Total Staterooms:1,301
  • Flagged Country:Bermuda
  • Ship Cost:450 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Grand Princess age and stats vs all Princess ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Grand Princess Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
MAY 232025
United States
D:3:00 PM

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. (126 words)

Day2
MAY 242025
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!

Day3
MAY 252025
United States
A:7:00 AMD:6:00 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)

Day4
MAY 262025
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!

Day5
MAY 272025
A: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. (126 words)