Star Collector: Alaska Discovery & Pacific Crossing

From $13,747 per person

26 days

Ship: Star Seeker

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Find out why Alaska is one of the world’s most popular cruise destinations as you explore the state’s renowned wildlife, frontier towns, native culture, and magnificent fjordland scenery, then kick back and relax during a trans-Pacific crossing to Tokyo. This is a voyage perfectly tailored to your vacation wish list. Soak up Alaska’s breathtaking scenery with Zodiac expeditions in Kenai Fjords and Tracy Arm, a ride on the White Pass Railroad from Haines to Skagway, and flightseeing over glaciers and icefields. Delve into native culture as you watch a Master Native Totem Carver at work in Ketchikan and visit the tiny village of Klukwan from Haines. Or take your pick of opportunities to see Alaska’s famous wildlife – black and brown bears, bald eagles, whales, sea lions, mountain goats and more – from viewing platforms, on float trips, by research vessel, or even from your own balcony. After your personally crafted Alaska adventure, make yourself comfortable and discover your own favorite onboard nooks on your all-suite ship as you cross the Pacific to vibrant Tokyo.

Journey Summary

  • Day 1 - Aug. 22, 2026, Sat. - Vancouver
  • Day 2 - Aug. 23, 2026, Sun. - TRANSIT SEYMOUR NARROW
  • Day 3 - Aug. 24, 2026, Mon. - Ketchikan
  • Day 4 - Aug. 25, 2026, Tue. - Misty Fjords/Rudyerd Bay
  • Day 5 - Aug. 26, 2026, Wed. - Wrangell
  • Day 6 - Aug. 27, 2026, Thu. - ENDICOTT ARM & DAWES GLACIER
  • Day 7 - Aug. 28, 2026, Fri. - Juneau
  • Day 8 - Aug. 29, 2026, Sat. - Icy Strait Point (Hoonah)
  • Day 9 - Aug. 30, 2026, Sun. - Sitka
  • Day 10 - Aug. 31, 2026, Mon. -
  • Day 11 - Sep. 1, 2026, Tue. - Kenai Fjords National Park
  • Day 12 - Sep. 2, 2026, Wed. - Anchorage (Seward), Alaska
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  • Day 25 - Sep. 15, 2026, Tue. -
  • Day 26 - Sep. 16, 2026, Wed. - Tokyo, Japan

Detailed Itinerary

Day-by-day description of your cruise and cruise activities.

Day 1 - August 22, 2026

Vancouver

Vancouver’s location at the mouth of the Fraser River and on the waterways of the Strait of Georgia, Howe Sound, Burrard Inlet and all their tributaries makes this busy seaport an easy place for meeting. It is one of Canada’s most populated, most ethnically diverse cities that is a popular filming location. Visit the interesting neighborhoods of Gastown, Granville Island and Chinatown. Walk across the Capilano Suspension Bridge and stroll through Stanley Park. See the Vancouver Art Gallery and the Museum of Anthropology. There is an amazing variety of things to see and do here.

Day 2 - August 23, 2026

TRANSIT SEYMOUR NARROW

Transiting Seymour Narrows is a memorable highlight of any Inside Passage journey. This narrow channel in British Columbia is known for its strong tidal currents, which can reach up to 15 knots. Because of the fast-moving water, ships can only transit during <i>slack water</i>&mdash;a short period when the tide shifts and currents are at their weakest. Since slack water times vary daily with the tides, each transit is carefully timed for safety and comfort. Before and after navigating the Narrows, the ship cruises through the Canadian Inside Passage for several hours, passing serene channels lined with dense forests and dotted with small, remote islands. This stretch is an underappreciated and unexpected favorite for many guests&mdash;offering peaceful, scenic views and a true sense of the wild Pacific Northwest.

Day 3 - August 24, 2026

Ketchikan

Dubbed the Salmon Capital of the World, Ketchikan is the southeastern-most town in Alaska and is home to the world&rsquo;s largest collection of standing totem poles that are found throughout the city and at four major locations: Saxman Totem Park, Totem Bight State Park, Potlatch Park, and the Totem Heritage Center. Other attractions of Ketchikan are Creek Street, a boardwalk road built on pilings over Ketchikan Creek and the Waterfront Promenade that skirts the bustling shoreline with inviting whale-tail benches to take in the view.

Day 4 - August 25, 2026

Misty Fjords/Rudyerd Bay

Cruising Misty Fjords/Rudyerd Bay in Alaska offers an awe-inspiring adventure through one of nature&rsquo;s most pristine landscapes. Towering granite cliffs rise dramatically from mirror-like waters. The mist-shrouded environment evokes a sense of ancient mystery and tranquility, while diverse wildlife, including seals and eagles, adds to the experience. Navigating these majestic fjords provides an unforgettable glimpse into Alaska&rsquo;s raw, untouched beauty, where every turn reveals a new, breathtaking vista

Day 5 - August 26, 2026

Wrangell

One of the oldest towns in Alaska, Wrangell is located near the mouth of the Stikine River. Much of its history can be seen in the impressive collection of totems scattered throughout the town. Highlights here are the amazing Petroglyph Beach State Historic Park where you can find primitive rock carvings and just 30 miles away is the Anan Wildlife Observatory with the largest pink salmon runs in the Inside Passage, and a platform from which you can look for eagles, harbor seals and black bears.<br />

Day 6 - August 27, 2026

ENDICOTT ARM & DAWES GLACIER

Depending on the day&rsquo;s conditions, you will cruise Tracy Arm or Endicott Arm. Both glacial fjords feature icebergs drifting serenely by and towering granite cliffs, carved by millennia of glacial activity. Here, you can witness impressive calving events as icebergs thunder into the water. The surrounding wilderness, with its rugged terrain, offers a pristine backdrop for spotting wildlife like seals and mountain goats.

Day 7 - August 28, 2026

Juneau

Located on the Gastineau Channel in the Alaskan panhandle, Juneau sits at sea level below steep mountains between 3,500-4,000 feet high. Atop these mountains is the Juneau Icefield, a large ice mass from which about 30 glaciers flow, and two of them &ndash; Mendenhall Glacier and Lemon Creek Glacier are visible from the local road. A unique feature of Juneau is that it is the only U.S. capital that has no roads connecting it to the rest of the state.

Day 8 - August 29, 2026

Icy Strait Point (Hoonah)

Privately owned Icy Strait Point is a tourist destination and the only privately owned cruise destination in Alaska. It is the property of 1,350 Alaskan natives with aboriginal ties to Hoonah and the Glacier Bay area. Visitors here enjoy an educational experience learning about Alaska&#39;s native cultures, and the natural history of the region. There is much to do here including a brown bear search, tram excursion, flightseeing over Glacier Bay and the biggest zipline in the United States.

Day 9 - August 30, 2026

Sitka

Sitka is one of the oldest and most culturally significant communities in Alaska, filled with rich Tlingit, Russian, and early American settler history. Sitka is famous for its spectacular scenery, abundant wildlife, the copper-domed St. Michael&rsquo;s Cathedral, the Pioneer Home and the Russian Bishop&rsquo;s House. It contains 22 buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is where the contract of sale was signed transferring Alaska from Russia to the United States.

Day 10 - August 31, 2026

Day 11 - September 01, 2026

Kenai Fjords National Park

As you navigate through the park&#39;s pristine waters, you&#39;ll sail by majestic glaciers, where stunning ice formations and calving events captivate the eye. Towering cliffs frame the fjords, creating a dramatic contrast with the glacial blues. Wildlife enthusiasts will delight in spotting marine life against this stunning backdrop.

Day 12 - September 02, 2026

Anchorage (Seward), Alaska

Seward, (Anchorage&rsquo;s gateway) is sandwiched between the Kenai Mountains and the Kenai Fjords National Park. It is one of Alaska&rsquo;s oldest and most scenic communities, with Mount Marathon rising majestically behind the town. Even though Anchorage is Alaska&rsquo;s largest city, it is also home to 1,500 moose, surrounded by national parks full of wildlife.

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Day 26 - September 16, 2026

Tokyo, Japan

There are as many Tokyos to discover as there are interests. Cuisine? It has more Michelin stars than any other city. Culture? Kabuki theater and sumo wrestling are just the beginning. Shopping? The posh boutiques of Ginza lie on one end of the spectrum, workshops that hand-craft samurai swords at the other

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