THE GOLDEN GATEWAY: San Francisco, Glacier Bay & the Inside Passage

Experience two of the world's great destinations in one remarkable journey, from the dazzling skyline of San Francisco to the wild beauty of Glacier Bay.

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Begin your adventure in spectacular San Francisco with three luxurious nights at the acclaimed Beacon Grand Hotel, perfectly situated on Union Square with the city's legendary cable cars right outside. Enjoy comprehensive sightseeing, a scenic Bay cruise and a $100 gift card for a memorable meal at the famed Tadich Grill, while ample free time lets you discover the city your way. Then transfer to the pier and embark on a magnificent 10-night round-trip voyage aboard Ruby Princess. Sailing Alaska's Inside Passage, you'll visit Ketchikan, Sitka, Haines and Prince Rupert, with a full day cruising the extraordinary wilderness of Glacier Bay National Park. With a professional tour manager aboard and special events exclusively for our guests, this is a seamless journey from the Golden Gate to the Great North.

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The UNCOMMON GOLDEN GATEWAY JOURNEY

  • The Golden Gateway: Begin your journey with three luxurious nights in San Francisco, complete with sightseeing, a Bay cruise, free time to explore, and a memorable meal at legendary Tadich Grill.

  • Alaska by Sea: Sail for 10 unforgettable nights aboard Ruby Princess through the spectacular Inside Passage, with calls at Ketchikan, Sitka, Haines and Prince Rupert.

  • Glacier Bay in All Its Glory: Spend a full day cruising through Glacier Bay National Park, where towering glaciers, pristine wilderness and abundant wildlife create one of Alaska's greatest spectacles.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Professional tour manager aboard ship with special events and parties for our guests

  • Three luxurious nights at the acclaimed Beacon Grand Hotel on Union Square

  • Superb San Francisco location with the famous cable car right outside

  • Comprehensive San Francisco sightseeing tour

  • Scenic San Francisco Bay cruise featuring the city's iconic landmarks

  • $100 Tadich Grill gift card per couple for lunch or dinner

  • Ample free time to explore North Beach, Chinatown, Alcatraz or Muir Woods

  • Convenient pier transfer on sailing day

  • 10-night round-trip Alaska cruise aboard Ruby Princess

  • Scenic sailing through Alaska's magnificent Inside Passage

  • Visits to Ketchikan, Sitka, Haines and Prince Rupert

  • Full day cruising through the breathtaking wilderness of Glacier Bay National Park

  • Complimentary train or air travel from California, Oregon, Washington or Nevada

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Snow-capped mountains with glaciers, green hillside, and a body of water in the foreground.
A large cruise ship sailing near glaciers and mountainous terrain.

2027 JOURNEY Dates & PRICING

July 17 - 30
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