North America River Cruises
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10 best river cruises through North America
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- Western Canada with Inside Passage & Calgary Stampede with Alaska Cruise
- Western Canada with Inside Passage & Alaska Cruise
- Icons of Western Canada & Alaskan Cruise 2025 - 22 Days
- From Hanover to Cologne, a Cruise Combining Deep Tradition and Industrial Innovation (port-to-port cruise)
- Spectacular Rockies, Alaska Inside Passage Cruise and Highlights of Eastern Canada 2025 - 29 Days (from Vancouver to Quebec City)
- Western Canada with Inside Passage & Calgary Stampede (from Calgary to Vancouver)
- Western Canada with Inside Passage (from Calgary to Vancouver)
- America's Great River St Paul, Minnesota to New Orleans, Louisiana
- New Orleans & Southern Charms
- Rockies and Alaskan Adventure Vancouver to Fairbanks (2025)
The grand MS Koningsdam sails from Vancouver through the Inside Passage. Highlights include Juneau's Mendenhall Glacier, Skagway's Gold Rush history, and Glacier Bay National Park. Premium staterooms and world-class dining enhance the journey.
Duration 23 days Destinations Calgary, Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Jasper, Prince George, Prince Rupert, Port Hardy, Inside Passage, Vancouver, ChemainusSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Cosmos From
- US$5,384+$495 upfront costs
The MS Koningsdam takes passengers through North America's Inside Passage, with visits to Juneau's Mendenhall Glacier and Skagway's Trail of '98 Museum. Marvel at calving glaciers at Glacier Bay and delve into Ketchikan's Native Alaskan culture.
Duration 21 days Destinations Calgary, Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Jasper, Prince George, Smithers, Prince Rupert, Inside Passage, Chemainus, Port HardySee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Cosmos From
- US$4,492+$495 upfront costs
Rocky Mountaineer's GoldLeaf Service winds through the Canadian Rockies before an Alaska's Inside Passage cruise. Passengers enjoy dome car views, gourmet dining, and a Kamloops stopover before viewing glaciers and fjords.
Duration 22 days Destinations Vancouver, Kamloops, Lake Louise, Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, Sun Peaks, Whistler, Victoria, Juneau, SkagwaySee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $14,466
5% Off- US$13,781You save $686
MS Elbe Princesse II connects major North American ports from Baltimore to Las Vegas. The vessel offers upscale accommodation with French balconies and gourmet dining along US waterways.
Duration 7 days Destinations Hanover, Myrtle Beach, Wilmington, Baltimore, Las Vegas, Minden, Cologne Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
5% Off- US$1,787
Holland America's ms Koningsdam cruises Alaska's Inside Passage with ocean-view accommodations. The itinerary features Glacier Bay's calving ice walls, Skagway's Gold Rush history, and Ketchikan's native art scenes.
Duration 29 days Destinations Vancouver, Kamloops, Lake Louise, Banff, Jasper, Kelowna, Whistler, Victoria, Inside Passage, SkagwaySee all destinations Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Emerald Cruises From
5% Off- US$17,083
VIA Rail's scenic Skeena route meets Inside Passage cruising with whale and sea lion sightings. The trip includes Gulf Islands sailing, Spirit Island boat tours on Maligne Lake, and ferry crossings through North American waterways.
Duration 16 days Destinations Calgary, Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Jasper, Prince George, British Columbia, Inside Passage, Victoria, Vancouver Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Cosmos From $4,131
5% Off- US$3,924You save $206
The Inside Passage route offers whale and sea lion viewing, followed by Gulf Islands cruising from Victoria to Vancouver. Prince Rupert's historic fishing village and Strait of Georgia's marine wildlife highlight the voyage.
Duration 14 days Destinations Calgary, Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Jasper, Prince George, Smithers, Prince Rupert, Inside Passage, Port Hardy, ChemainusSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Cosmos From $3,493
4% Off- US$3,338You save $154
Viking Mississippi's Scandinavian-designed staterooms with verandas offer comfort while sailing America's iconic river. From Saint Paul's cultural sites to New Orleans' French Quarter, stops include Dubuque's Mississippi River Museum and Memphis's riverside blues scenes.
Duration 15 days Destinations Saint Paul, Red Wing, La Crosse, Dubuque, Hannibal, St. Louis, Memphis, Vicksburg, Natchez, Baton RougeSee all destinations Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Viking Cruises From
4% Off- US$13,032
Viking Mississippi's modern river ship plies the Lower Mississippi waters. The journey features all-outside staterooms, regional cuisine, and daily shore excursions. Ports include Manchac Swamp, historic plantations, and French-influenced cities from New Orleans to Baton Rouge.
Duration 8 days Destinations New Orleans, Darrow, Saint Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg, Baton Rouge Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Viking Cruises From
4% Off- US$4,924
A 7-night Holland America Line cruise through the Inside Passage stops at Ketchikan, Juneau, and Skagway. Ocean-view staterooms aboard Noordam or Nieuw Amsterdam complement a Chena River sternwheeler ride in Fairbanks. Park rangers narrate during Glacier Bay National Park sailing.
Duration 23 days Destinations Vancouver, Kamloops, Jasper, Banff, Maligne Canyon, Lake Louise, Kelowna, Whistler, Victoria, Inside PassageSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator APT From
4% Off- US$8,638
