Star Collector: Tequila to Tundra: Sailing North America's West Coast

From $9,179 per person

18 days

Ship: Star Seeker

Star Collector: Tequila to Tundra: Sailing North America's West Coast
Windstar Cruises

Combine the tropical warmth and Mexican hospitality of Puerto Vallarta with pristine Alaskan coastlines and towering glaciers during this 17-day cruise along North America's West Coast. Enjoy tranquil days at sea, taking advantage of our spa facilities, complimentary exercise classes, and gourmet dining options.  Stand in the refreshing mist of breathtaking Snoqualmie Falls prior to sampling local Washington State wines outside Seattle. Admire towering totems and mountain views from Vancouver's Stanley Park, then seek out authentic pub poutine. Dip a kayak blade in Misty Fjords' deep waters and glide past cliffs and waterfalls, or board a Zodiac bound for coastal wildlife sightseeing. Cast for wild salmon swimming past Sitka, or tour a wildlife sanctuary and meet a native master carver transforming logs into totem poles. Float near massive tidewater glaciers in Alaska's ice-filled Tracy Arm on one of our signature expeditions. Accompany a professional photographer as you learn how to anticipate wildlife behavior and create the best photo compositions amid wildflowers, bald eagles, and possibly a foraging brown bear or two outside Haines.

Journey Summary

  • Day 1 - Apr. 28, 2026, Tue. - Puerto Vallarta
  • Day 2 - Apr. 29, 2026, Wed. -
  • Day 3 - Apr. 30, 2026, Thu. -
  • Day 4 - May. 1, 2026, Fri. -
  • Day 5 - May. 2, 2026, Sat. -
  • Day 6 - May. 3, 2026, Sun. -
  • Day 7 - May. 4, 2026, Mon. -
  • Day 8 - May. 5, 2026, Tue. -
  • Day 9 - May. 6, 2026, Wed. - Seattle
  • Day 10 - May. 7, 2026, Thu. - Vancouver
  • Day 11 - May. 8, 2026, Fri. - TRANSIT SEYMOUR NARROW
  • Day 12 - May. 9, 2026, Sat. - Ketchikan
  • Day 13 - May. 10, 2026, Sun. - Misty Fjords/Rudyerd Bay
  • Day 14 - May. 11, 2026, Mon. - Wrangell
  • Day 15 - May. 12, 2026, Tue. - Sitka
  • Day 16 - May. 13, 2026, Wed. - Tracy Arm / Endicott Arm
  • Day 17 - May. 14, 2026, Thu. - Haines
  • Day 18 - May. 15, 2026, Fri. - Juneau

Detailed Itinerary

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

Day 1 - April 28, 2026

Puerto Vallarta

A popular resort town, visitors come here to relax and rest on the lovely sandy beaches or take up activities like strolling the picturesque boardwalk, horseback riding, snorkeling and boat trips.&nbsp; The quaint cobblestone center of Puerto Vallarta is home to boutiques, restaurants, bars and the ornate Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe church.<br />
Puerto Vallarta&rsquo;s biodiversity is home to hundreds of species including orchids, birds, ocelots, jaguars and iguanas. The sea is full of wildlife as well including dolphins and humpbacks.

Day 2 - April 29, 2026

Day 3 - April 30, 2026

Day 4 - May 01, 2026

Day 5 - May 02, 2026

Day 6 - May 03, 2026

Day 7 - May 04, 2026

Day 8 - May 05, 2026

Day 9 - May 06, 2026

Seattle

As the 4<sup>th</sup> busiest port in the United States, evergreen Seattle is surrounded by mountains, forests and water. Home to Microsoft, Starbuck&rsquo;s and Amazon, Seattle&rsquo;s most recognizable icon is the Space Needle. &nbsp;Northwest &nbsp;cuisine with Asian infusion includes apples, salmon, Dungeness crab, razor clams paired with fresh microbrews and Washington wines. Among the sights to see are Pike Place Market, Chihuly Gardens, Boeing Museum of Flight, Pioneer Square, and the Ballard Locks.

Day 10 - May 07, 2026

Vancouver

Vancouver&rsquo;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&rsquo;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 11 - May 08, 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 12 - May 09, 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 13 - May 10, 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 14 - May 11, 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 15 - May 12, 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 16 - May 13, 2026

Tracy Arm / Endicott Arm

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 17 - May 14, 2026

Haines

Haines is one of the most popular Alaska cruise ports and one of the best places for hiking, fishing and wildlife viewing, especially bald eagles.&nbsp; Within the Haines city limits Fort William H. Seward is a nationally recognized historic landmark, with some of its structures open to the public. Other cultural offerings in Haines include the Alaska Indian Arts Center where traditional craftsmen offer demonstrations of their work, the Sheldon Museum &amp; Cultural Center where local Tlingit people are featured, the Hammer Museum, dedicated to the history of the hammer and the Tsirku Canning Company Museum with memories of Haines&rsquo; salmon canneries.

Day 18 - May 15, 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.

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