Brilliant Lady - 9/3/2026
The September 3, 2026 cruise on the Brilliant Lady departs from Seattle, Washington. On this 8 Night Seattle To Alaska & British Columbia (Seattle To Vancouver) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Brilliant Lady sets sail on Thursday, Sep 3rd and returns on Friday, Sep 11th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliant Lady cruise ship departing September 3, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,364 ($171 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,416 ($178 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 4%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Brilliant Lady - September 3, 2026 - 8 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 3rd | Seattle, Washington |
| 2 | Sep 4th | At Sea |
| 3 | Sep 5th | Sitka, Alaska |
| 4 | Sep 6th | Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska |
| 5 | Sep 7th | Skagway, Alaska |
| 6 | Sep 3rd | Cruise Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska |
| 7 | Sep 9th | Ketchikan, Alaska |
| 8 | Sep 10th | At Sea |
| 9 | Sep 11th | Vancouver, British Columbia |
The Brilliant Lady sails on September 3, 2026 for a 8 Night Seattle To Alaska & British Columbia (Seattle To Vancouver). The ship will depart the port of Seattle, Washington at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Vancouver, British Columbia on Sep 11th at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Brilliant Lady will visit 6 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.
Cruise Ship
Brilliant Lady
BRILLIANT LADY SIZE
The Brilliant Lady has a construction date of 2023 and a total size of 110,000 gross tons. The ship measures 912 feet (278 meters) in length. Brilliant Lady is included in Virgin Voyages’s Lady Ship Class. At full capacity, the Brilliant Lady holds 3,920 passengers. That includes 2,770 cruise vacationers and 1,150 staff members. The Brilliant Lady total number of staterooms is 1,408.
Brilliant Lady Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:110,000 GT
- Length:912 ft (278 m)
- Beam:125 ft (38 m)
- Draft:26.4 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2023
- Years Served:2023 - Present
- Capacity:2,770
- Crew Members:1,150
- Total on Board:3,920
- Total Staterooms:1,408
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:810 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Brilliant Lady age and stats vs all Virgin Voyages ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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Cruise Ports
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Sitka, Alaska, offers docking at Sitka Port. Travelers explore Sitka National Historical Park and St. Michael’s Cathedral. 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 Russian history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance park walks. Sitka’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and scenic fjords, making Sitka an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
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)
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. (126 words)
Cruise Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Sawyer Glaciers and granite cliffs 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 fjord cruising. 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 viewing. Tracy Arm’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial beauty and marine life, making Tracy Arm an engaging destination. (126 words)
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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)