12 Night Alaska: Glaciers & More (Seattle Roundtrip)
Brilliant Lady
Brilliant Lady
August 12, 2027
12 Night Alaska: Glaciers & More

Brilliant Lady - 8/12/2027

The August 12, 2027 cruise on the Brilliant Lady departs from Seattle, Washington. On this 12 Night Alaska: Glaciers & More (Seattle Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Brilliant Lady sets sail on Thursday, Aug 12th and returns on Tuesday, Aug 24th.

Cruise Length
12
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Seattle
Washington
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
2

Cruise Pricing

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Brilliant Lady - August 12, 2027 - 12 Nights

DayDatePort
1Aug 12thSeattle, Washington
2Aug 12thCruise Inside Passage, Alaska
3Aug 14thKetchikan, Alaska
4Aug 15thSitka, Alaska
5Aug 12thCruise Hubbard Glacier
6Aug 17thSkagway, Alaska
7Aug 18thHaines, Alaska
8Aug 19thJuneau, Alaska
9Aug 20thIcy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska
10Aug 21stAt Sea
11Aug 22ndAt Sea
12Aug 23rdVictoria, British Columbia
13Aug 24thSeattle, Washington

The Brilliant Lady sails on August 12, 2027 for a 12 Night Alaska: Glaciers & More (Seattle Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Seattle, Washington at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Seattle, Washington on Aug 24th at 7:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Brilliant Lady will visit 9 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
87 / 100
safer than 87% of all cruises
87
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.
10
/ 10
Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska
Inside Passage
The Cruise Inside Passage in Alaska is a safe destination where travelers can explore while remaining secure on their cruise ship.
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.
9
/ 10
Sitka, Alaska
Sitka
Sitka, Alaska, offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, but it's advisable to remain aware of your surroundings.
10
/ 10
Cruise Hubbard Glacier
Hubbard Glacier
Travelers can safely enjoy stunning views of Hubbard Glacier from their cruise ship, ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience.
9
/ 10
Skagway, Alaska
Skagway
Skagway is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, though travelers should exercise caution in isolated areas.
9
/ 10
Haines, Alaska
Haines
Haines, Alaska, offers a low-crime environment and well-maintained infrastructure, ensuring a safe experience for cruise travelers.
8
/ 10
Juneau, Alaska
Juneau
Juneau is a safe cruise destination with low crime, good infrastructure, and designated tourist areas, but be cautious of environmental hazards.
9
/ 10
Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska
Icy Strait
Icy Strait Point offers a secure environment for tourists with low crime rates, controlled access, and protocols to manage wildlife encounters.
9
/ 10
Victoria, British Columbia
Victoria
Victoria offers a safe environment for travelers, with low crime rates and strong police presence in tourist areas.

Cruise Ship

Brilliant Lady Size Infographic

Brilliant Lady

110 k
tonnage
912 ft
length
2023
year built
1,408
cabins
2,770
passengers
1,150
crew

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.

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

Cruise Ports

Day1
AUG 122027
United States
D:5:00 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
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Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view fjords and humpback whales 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 coastal cruising. Photography captures glaciers and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, 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 binoculars enhance wildlife viewing. Inside Passage’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine life and scenic fjords, making Inside Passage an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day3
AUG 142027
United States
A:9:00 AMD:5:00 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
AUG 152027
United States
A:10:00 AMD:8:00 PM

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)

Day5
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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)

Day6
AUG 172027
United States
A:5:30 AMD:9:00 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. (126 words)

Day7
AUG 182027
United States
A:7:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Haines, Alaska, has docking at Haines Port. Travelers explore Chilkoot Lake for kayaking and bear spotting. Excursions visit Klukwan’s Tlingit cultural center. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures glaciers and mountain vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon chowder, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit carvings, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover indigenous history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate. Binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Haines’ rugged beauty offers a serene Alaskan stop, blending nature with cultural heritage.

Day8
AUG 192027
United States
A:8:00 AMD:8:00 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)

Day9
AUG 202027
United States
A:8:00 AMD:8:00 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)

Day10
AUG 212027
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!

Day11
AUG 222027
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!

Day12
AUG 232027
A:8:00 AMD:8:00 PM

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Ogden Point Port. Travelers explore Butchart Gardens and Craigdarroch Castle. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell Nanaimo bars. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures floral gardens and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance garden walks. Victoria’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and historic landmarks, making Victoria an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day13
AUG 242027
United States
A:7:00 AM

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)