The 7-Day Northbound Glacier Discovery cruise, operated by Holland America, originates in Vancouver and disembarks in Seward, Alaska. Passengers can enjoy cruising Glacier Bay and College Fjord, which feature natural wonders and wildlife indigenous to the region. Shore excursions include stops at Ketchikan, Skagway and the capital city of Juneau. Travelers sail aboard the MS Ryndam vessel, featuring staterooms outfitted with verandas and ocean views. The ship also offers a host of attractions, such as a spa, a fitness center, a swimming pool and a culinary center with cooking demonstrations.
7-Day Northbound Glacier Discovery
Holland America
877-932-4259
hollandamerica.com
The Alaska Railroad Corporation operates three lines during the summer months, including the famed Denali Star which runs between Fairbanks and Anchorage with scheduled stops at Denali National Park. Sights along the way include forests, rivers and Mt. McKinley, the nation's highest peak. The train features high-end dining cars and double-deck glass dome cars for sightseeing. Other summer lines include the Coastal Classic, which travels between Seward and Anchorage, and the Glacier Discovery, which runs between Anchorage and Whittier.
Alaska Railroad Corporation
327 W Ship Creek Ave.
Anchorage, AK 99501
907-265-2300
alaskarailroad.com
The White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad offers three scenic excursion lines. The White Pass Summit Excursion travels 20 miles from Skagway up through the White Pass, offering views of glaciers, waterfalls and gorges along the way. The Fraser Meadows Steam Excursion runs for 26 miles through the White Pass and into the lush landscape of Fraser Meadows. Finally, the Yukon Adventure features a 68-mile one-way journey from Skagway into Carcross, British Columbia. With Skagway serving as a common cruise ship port, the round trip White Pass & Yukon Route excursions often cater to cruise ship passengers.
White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad
231 Second Ave.
Skagway, AK 99840
800-343-7373
wpyr.com
