Two Queens: Alaska, New England & Canada

15 Sep 26 - 17 Sep 26

Economy Class flights from Auckland to Seattle

Shared Transfer Seattle Airport to Hotel

Seattle Hotel - 2 nights
Check in: 15Sep 26
Check out: 17 Sep 26
FAIRMONT OLYMPIC or similar

They say you can’t please everybody, and yet Seattle may be the exception to that rule. Beautifully green in every season (the source of its Emerald City moniker), it’s a destination that seems to have it all. Big industry, blissfully coexisting alongside small independent businesses. Top-quality seafood (courtesy of its position on the Puget sound). A beautifully balanced blend of city parks, waterfront walks, and beaches, that set the scene for all sorts of outdoor adventures. 

Add to that a long-established cultural offering that includes concert halls, art galleries, and museums, and it’s easy to see why Seattle is considered by many to be the perfect place to put down roots, (even more so if you’re a fan of craft beer and coffee).

17 Sep 26

Shared Transfer Seattle Hotel to Port

18 Sep 26 - At Sea

19 Sep 26

Arrives Morning
Departs Afternoon

Tiny Ketchikan is just three miles long and three blocks wide, but here you can be sure to find Alaska’s busiest waterfront buzzing with boat planes, fishing boats, pleasure craft, and busy fishermen.

Ketchikan port guide.
Once colonised by Tlingit and Haida tribes, Ketchikan is a thriving fishing town with colourful stilted houses, a rich Alaskan culture and a throng of trawlers hauling in fresh crab and salmon.

Arts thrive here and museums celebrating the town’s history are abundant. Some of the best seafood you’ll sample in the Great Land will have been plucked directly from Ketchikan’s waters and served in its restaurants just hours later. A detail that only magnifies the appeal of this enchanting port call on your Alaska cruise.

While other towns have their origins firmly rooted in the region’s gold rush years, Ketchikan’s connection with its native population is still at the heart of its community. You’ll find Alaska’s largest collection of totem poles among its many welcoming attractions, along with heritage experiences expanding on the beliefs, customs and pastimes of Alaska’s earliest settlers.

20 Sep 26

Arrives Morning
Departs Late evening

Beneath an ice field that never melts, on a waterway that never freezes, Juneau is the unusual and disarmingly beautiful capital of Alaska. The Mendenhall Glacier is the not-to-be-missed attraction.

Juneau port guide.  
Despite its status as Alaska’s capital, Juneau’s urban area spans just 14 square miles but its appeal far exceeds its city limits. Frequently cited as Alaska’s most scenic city, Juneau is nature’s playground, and what a playground it is. Waters abound with Humpbacks and orcas, forested trails leading to snow-ensconced mountains, and the ever-present majestic eagles circling overhead.

The town that kick-started Alaska’s gold rush is rich with treasures of all varieties, from native Tlingit history and excellent seafood to an abundance of outdoor pursuits. It’s little wonder that most of Juneau’s residents arrived for a short stay and decided never to leave.

21 Sep 26

Arrives Early morning
Departs Early afternoon

Venture into the genuine wilderness as you sail to the towering mountain peaks at the entrance to Tracy Arm Fjord, located in the southeastern strip of Alaska bordering British Columbia.

Accessible only by boat or seaplane, getting to Tracy Arm Fjord itself is part of the adventure. Discover this hidden delight on your Alaskan cruise.

Tracy Arm Fjord port guide

One of the most dramatic locations in the USA, Tracy Arm Fjord is an impressive tourist attraction southwest of the Alaskan city of Juneau.

This impressive fjord is surrounded by cascading waterfalls and granite cliffs for as far as the eye can see. Deep within undisturbed nature, this attraction sits in an almost magical atmosphere.

Appreciate scenic views of mountain peaks, emerald waters, tremendous glaciers, and Alaskan wildlife.

Here’s our guide on everything you need to know about exploring Tracy Arm Fjord.

22 Sep 26 - At Sea

23 Sep 26

Arrives Morning
Departs Late evening

24 Sep 26 - 26 Sep 26

Disembark Seattle

Shared transfer Seattle port to airport

Economy Class flight from Seattle to New York JFK

Shared transfer New York JFK to Hotel

New York Hotel - 2 nights
Check in: 24 Sep 26
Check out: 26 Sep 26
NEW YORK SHERATON TIMES SQUARE or similar

Whether you know it as the ‘Big Apple’ or the ‘City That Never Sleeps’, New York City is a paradise that blends rich history with modern attractions. Crammed full of exceptional sights, iconic landmarks, and diverse neighbourhoods, New York is pulsing with palpable energy and offers an unforgettable experience.

New York port guide

New York City's harbour is a gateway to a world of adventures. For starters, the waterfront invites you to discover the city's maritime allure. Once a vital trading port, New York has evolved into a bustling destination, boasting an array of cafes, restaurants, museums, and galleries, setting the perfect pace for your American getaway.

Discover iconic skyscrapers, a bustling social scene, and a wide array of delights along the Hudson River, making New York City a truly one of a kind destination.

26 Sep 26

Shared Transfer New York Hotel to Port

27-28 Sep 26 - At Sea

29 Sep 26

Arrives Early morning
Departs Late evening

Boston is the largest city in Massachusetts and New England's most famous. Located in a natural harbour full of significant historic sites including The Freedom Trail, a visit here is truly historic.

Discover tide-turning history at the Boston Tea Party ship, stop by TV’s famous Cheers bar where everybody knows your name or, for the simple pleasure of retail therapy, visit Boston’s many shops.

30 Sep 26 - At Sea

01 Oct 26

Arrives Early morning
Departs Evening

Off the east coast of Canada lies a group of large islands that make up the region of Nova Scotia. The port of Sydney is at the end of a long waterway to Canada’s ocean gateway to Cape Breton Island.

02 Oct 26 - At Sea

03-05 Oct 26

Arrives Early morning
Departs Afternoon

Sailing into Quebec City you arrive at the oldest inland port in Canada, just minutes from the city centre. As you head inland to explore the Old Town, you begin to sense a unique history and romance.

The only fortified city in North America, Old Quebec is a true one-off. There’s nowhere quite like it in Canada, or maybe anywhere in the world.

The architecture is thoroughly European and remains untouched by time. The district is best explored on foot so as not to miss any gems. The city walls are close to three miles in length and the cliff-top location is a perfect vantage point to view the distinctive cityscape which spans 300 years.

The ‘Star Shaped Citadel’ has the characteristic form of Vauban fortifications, and in summer the Changing of the Guard ceremony is a fantastic spectacle. The regimental band, complete with its ‘Batisse the Goat’ mascot, are inspected by the officers. Dressed in formal scarlet uniforms with tall bearskin hats, the ceremony is much like that at Buckingham Palace, London, on which it is based.

06 Oct 26

Arrives Early morning
Departs Afternoon

As it flows into the St Lawrence River, the Saguenay River winds through a majestic fjord to reveal a host of picturesque villages. Natural beauty surrounds Saguenay Harbour, this vibrant conurbation.

For those who like to increase their knowledge of local culture and heritage, there are many museums to discover. ‘La Pulperie de Chicoutimi’ presents many diverse exhibits including the entire house of famed painter Arthur Villeneuve. The Bagotville Air Defence Museum presents an altogether more military experience with bilingual interpretation panels narrating the history of the Royal Canadian Air Force. Here you can view the only MIG-23 military aircraft in Canada. You might even see the current F-18 fighters in flight.

If natural history is more to your taste, then a visit to the ‘Centre de Découverte le Fjord du Saguenay’ will inform and entertain. The presentations and exhibits explain how the fjord was formed in this glacial valley and the myths and legends of the kingdom. According to folklore, the kingdom of Saguenay came into existence in the 16th and 17th centuries. French explorers colonised the area when the Algonquin Indians told them of a kingdom to the north where blond men lived, rich with furs and gold. The French explorers searched in vain for the riches but to no avail. However, the natural beauty of the region is a treasure in itself.

07 Oct 26

Arrives Morning
Departs Afternoon

Almost 400 miles northeast of Quebec City, Sept-Iles stands proud in the Côte-Nord region, where roads are scarce. It looks over the St Lawrence River as it widens into the mighty Gulf of St Lawrence.

While this corner of Canada may be better known for its endless landscapes of forests, lakes and mountains, there are in fact long stretches of sandy beach mere minutes from the centre of town.

Early inhabitants here were the Innu people, who still reside in the area, and you can visit the Uashat region, whose name simply means bay. The Musée Shaputan offers an excellent insight into Innu nomadic culture, and the circular hall features four sections to represent each season, with examples of traditional dress and sculpture, as well as mythology.

Le Vieux Poste offers another glimpse into the past, in this instance a snapshot of life on a seventeenth-century fur-trading post, where the earliest French-speaking arrivals first encountered native hunters.

When these Europeans arrived, they named the place after the seven isles making up a small archipelago just offshore. Two of these are now bird sanctuaries, where razorbills, Atlantic puffins, auks and black guillemots are among the residents and regular visitors. Ile du Corossol in particular is one of the most important in Eastern Canada, due to the sheer diversity of species present there.

08 Oct 26 - At Sea

09 Oct 26

Arrives Early morning
Departs Evening

A star-shaped fortress welcomes you to this fascinating city. Here you can stand beside the visionary Sir Samuel Cunard himself, or rather the bronze statue that presides over his hometown waterfront.

Halifax gardens is a must-see in the capital of Nova Scotia. It’s a tranquil tapestry of manicured lawns, winding paths and iron railings, crowned by an ornate Victorian bandstand.

10 Oct 26 - At Sea

11 Oct 26 Disembark: New York

Shared Transfer New York Port to Airport