Coastal Cruise
14 day Canada & Alaska
West Coast Canada, Inside Passage Cruise and Innovative Gardens
Visit iconic gardens of Vancouver, Victoria and Seattle, including The Butchart Gardens and Chihuly Garden and Glass. Then embark Seabourn Encore for a cruise of the famed Inside Passage. Explore Alaska’s Glacier Bay, a strictly permitted area frequented by few cruise lines, and admire its blue-tinged glaciers. Learn about First Nations art, culture and horticulture. Observe wildlife, including grizzly bears, and venture into small Alaskan fishing villages. This remote, nature-based itinerary takes in destinations that are otherwise difficult to reach.
This journey departs:
13 May 2028
Highlights
The following highlights provide an overview of some of the captivating encounters awaiting you on tour.
Cruise Aboard Seabourn Encore
Enjoy a seven-night luxury cruise from Juneau to Vancouver, including Glacier Bay.
Indigenous Culture and Art
Learn about First Nations art, culture, and traditional applications of native plants.
Colourful Gardens & Glass
In Seattle, visit the renowned Chihuly Garden and Glass museum and admire its Glasshouse.
British Columbia’s Seaside Seclusion
Discover the fishing harbours, culture and wildlife of Prince Rupert and Cormorant Island.
See Bears in the Wild
Explore the Khutzeymateen Grizzly Bear Sanctuary during our cruise (additional cost).
Botanical Guide - Teena Crawford
Be escorted by an expert Botanical Guide, who will offer insightful talks on various topics and be available for informal discussions, enriching your travel experience.
Inclusions
See below for an overview of your tour’s inclusions and featured sightseeing.
Escorted by an expert Botanical Guide, Tour Director and a Cruise Director
Seven-night cruise aboard Seabourn Encore and six nights’ accommodation in centrally located five-star hotels
Return private transfers from door to door, tipping and porterage, port taxes, plus 29 meals. Select beverages are included aboard the ship
All sightseeing (except optional excursions during the cruise), economy flight from Seattle to Juneau, and entrance fees as per the itinerary
Explore Vancouver’s natural and cultural highlights, from the Capilano Suspension Bridge and Stanley Park’s First Nations totems to the inspiring Indigenous artistry at the Bill Reid Gallery
On Vancouver Island, discover the rich heritage of Victoria, including the Horticulture Centre of the Pacific’s ethnobotanical trails and the elegant gardens of the city’s historic precincts
Enjoy memorable experiences, including an exclusive, early access breakfast at the world-famous Butchart Gardens and a visit to Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle
Cruise Alaska’s Inside Passage in style aboard Seabourn Encore, witnessing the awe-inspiring scenery and pristine wilderness of Glacier Bay, Misty Fjords, and other wildlife-rich waterways
Itinerary
Your day-by-day itinerary details the gardens and other sights that make up your journey.
Trip Notes
Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
Fitness rating: Medium
Up to 30 Botanica guests aboard Seabourn Encore, which has a capacity of 600 passengers. To view deck plans, visit www.botanica.travel/cruise-fleet
Our experience of gardens, their flora, and other aspects of nature, is subject to weather conditions and seasonality, which may vary
Glacier Bay and other scenic cruising is subject to weather conditions and the Captain's discretion
*Optional Shore Excursions on Seabourn Encore are not included in the price. You’ll need to book and pay for them at the Seabourn website after completing the guest registration. Online booking gives instant confirmation, and tickets will be delivered to your stateroom aboard the ship. You can also purchase excursions once on the ship, but as space is limited, early booking is recommended. We will advise which shore excursion our Botanical Guide will be doing, but it is not guaranteed that you will be on the same vessel if booking the same excursion.