Grand Princess itinerary map for August 22, 2026 (7 nights)
Grand Princess itinerary map for August 22, 2026 (7 nights)
7 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · Vancouver, British Columbia
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August 22, 2026

7-Night Voyage Of The Glaciers - Northbound aboard Grand Princess · Departing August 22, 2026 from the Port of Vancouver, British Columbia.

Interior from$764/ guest · taxes & fees incl.
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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Grand Princess departs from Vancouver, British Columbia on Saturday, August 22, 2026 and returns on Saturday, Aug 29th. August weather across this route averages 78°/38°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.6 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports. Inside cabins rose $45 on May 30.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
8.6OUT OF 10
SAFE TIER
Safer than 86% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
7
night cruise
Sat → Sat
02
Vancouver
departure port
British Columbia
03
7
port stops
Northbound
04
1
sea day
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The Grand Princess, operated by Princess Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, August 22, 2026 from Vancouver, British Columbia for a 7-night Voyage Of The Glaciers - Northbound cruise. This itinerary includes 7 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. August weather across the route averages 78°F highs and 38°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 8.6 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $764, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite 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 Grand Princess sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Grand Princess August 22, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Grand Princess August 22, 2026 Price & Tracking

GRAND PRINCESS·AUGUST 22, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Grand Princess cruise ship departing August 22, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $764 ($110 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $774 ($111 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.

Grand Princess cruise departing August 22, 20267-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $764 ($110 per night). Average price: $774.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $718
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Grand Princess · August 22, 2026
$764
$110 per night · 7 nights
6% above average
Avg $718

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Voyage Of The Glaciers - Northbound (Vancouver To Whittier) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAUGUST 22, 2026
The Grand Princess sails on August 22, 2026 for a 7 Night Voyage Of The Glaciers - Northbound (Vancouver To Whittier) (Vancouver Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Vancouver, British Columbia at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska on Aug 29th at 12:30 PM. During the 8-day journey, the Grand Princess will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
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AUGUST 22, 2026
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7 NIGHTS · 6 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · VANCOUVER
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Voyage Of The Glaciers - Northbound (Vancouver To Whittier) Port List

Grand Princess·August 22, 2026
Vancouver, British Columbia — Day 1 of Grand Princess August 22, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·AUG 22

Vancouver

British Columbia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
4:00 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.

Ketchikan, Alaska — Day 3 of Grand Princess August 22, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·AUG 24

Ketchikan

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
2:00 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.

Juneau, Alaska — Day 4 of Grand Princess August 22, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·AUG 25

Juneau

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
9:00 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 Grand Princess August 22, 2026 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·AUG 26

Skagway

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
8:30 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 Glacier Bay — Day 6 of Grand Princess August 22, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·AUG 27

Cruise Glacier Bay

ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
3:00 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.

Cruise College Fjord, Alaska — Day 7 of Grand Princess August 22, 2026 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
FRIDAY·AUG 28

Cruise College Fjord

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 PM
8:30 PM

Cruise College Fjord, Alaska, no docking; ships cruise Prince William Sound. Travelers spot harbor seals. Lectures cover Harriman Expedition. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season June to August; weather unpredictable. Photography captures Harvard Glacier. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include glacier postcards.

Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska — Day 8 of Grand Princess August 22, 2026 cruise
DAY
8
DISEMBARKATION
SATURDAY·AUG 29

Whittier (Anchorage)

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
12:30 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.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Voyage Of The Glaciers - Northbound (Vancouver To Whittier) Weather Forecast

Grand Princess·August 22, 2026
AUG FORECAST · VANCOUVER
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
67°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
90°
AVG LOW
44°
AVG RAINFALL
2.4"
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
67°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Grand Princess August 22, 2026 Excursions

Grand Princess·August 22, 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
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Voyage Of The Glaciers - Northbound (Vancouver To Whittier)

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 86% of all cruises
8.6/10 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

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

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
03

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
04

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
05

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
06

Cruise College Fjord 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Passengers can safely enjoy breathtaking views of College Fjord from their cruise ships without the need to disembark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

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
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Grand Princess Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsPRINCESS
Grand Princess
PRINCESS · GRAND
CHRISTENED
1998
STATEROOMS
1,301
TONNAGE
107,517GT
16.6% BELOW AVG· vs avg 128,868 GT
YEAR BUILT
1998
13 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2011
LENGTH
949ft
7.0% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,020 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,610cruisers
18.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 3,197 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Grand Princess has a construction date of 1998 and a total size of 107,517 gross tons. The ship measures 949 feet in length. Grand Princess is included in Princess's Grand class. At full capacity, the Grand Princess holds 2,610 passengers. That includes 1,510 cruise vacationers and 1,100 staff members. The Grand Princess total number of staterooms is 1,301.

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// 09 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourGrand Princess·August 22, 2026sailing
  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $764 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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