Rates AND Availability
Your Alaska Small Ship Cruise Adventure Awaits!
Prince William Sound Cruise Rates – 2024 & 2025
Kenai Fjords National Park – 2024 & 2025
Alaska’s Historic Inside Passage – 2024 & 2025
Custom Private Charters
Small Ship Cruise Pricing
North Pacific Expeditions offers cruises by individual cabins, whole-boat charters or create your own custom private charter.
All our cruises aboard Sea Star are all-inclusive experience with No Hidden Costs.
What does North Pacific Expeditions include aboard a small ship cruise?
Your booking aboard our classic yacht Sea Star includes:
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- The Alaska Railroad transit from Anchorage to/from Whittier and to/from Seward to meet up with the vessel Sea Star
- The crew meets and greets you upon your arrival to assist in getting you to our vessel
- Private stateroom with spacious bathroom – both with opening port windows
- Chef-prepared gourmet meals and snacks serviced throughout the day
- All-you-can-drink non-alcoholic self-service beverage bar (e.g. coffee, tea, soda pop, sparking water, etc)
- Beer and fine wines served with lunch and dinner
- All guided activities including sea kayaking, nature hikes and beachcombing shore excursions
- Use of adventure gear like rubber boots, binoculars, and trekking poles
- All harbor taxes and permit fees
- Dedicated and enthusiastic customer service
A Rail and Sail Cruise –
Includes the Alaska Railroad!
Between Anchorage and our vessel Sea Star, experience the exciting Alaska Railroad ride that travels through the dramatic mountainous wilderness. View the waters of Turnagain Arm (to possibly catch a glimpse of the feeding Beluga whales), see glacial rivers, and listen to a guided narrative tour from the comfort of your seat. The Alaska Railroad is an adventurous and scenic way to get you between Anchorage and our vessel Sea Star. This Alaska Railroad adventure is included in the cruise price.
Traveler Discounts
North Pacific Expeditions offers discounts for solo travelers and families with children.
- Single Travelers – A solo/single traveler can book our Puffin cabin without the typical industry 1.5x double occupancy surcharge (when booking an individual cabin)
- 20% Discount for Children – Children traveling with parents booked in the same cabin receive a 20% discount (when booking an individual cabin)
Reservation and Inquiries
Or call us at (206) 886-8107
Prince William Sound – Rates and Availability
~ A Rail and Sail Adventure~
5 Days /4 Nights or 7 Days/6 Nights
Departing from the ports of Whittier and Seward
Cruise Year 2024 Cruise Year 2025
Prince William Sound Cruise Rates – 2024
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- Cruises by Individual Cabin –
- 5 Days/4 Nights – $5,880 (per person/dbl occupancy*)
- Includes: Alaska Railroad Transportation – To/From Anchorage & Whittier/Seward
- 7 Days/6 Nights – $7,550 (per person/dbl occupancy*)
- Includes: Alaska Railroad Transportation – To/From Anchorage & Whittier/Seward
* Solo Traveler Discount – Double occupancy surcharge fee of 1.5x for single traveler does NOT apply when booking the Puffin Cabin
* Child Discount – Children traveling with parents booked in same stateroom receive 20% discount
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- Whole-Boat Charter –
- 5 Days/4 Nights – $47,000
- Includes: Alaska Railroad Transportation – To/From Anchorage & Whittier/Seward
- Add $1,500 per person for each additional person after 8
- 7 Days/6 Nights – $59,500
- Includes: Alaska Railroad – To/From Anchorage & Whittier/Seward
- Add $1,500 per person for each additional person after 8
Availability – 2024
** Each scheduled cruise departure date is confirmed when two or more of Sea Star’s cabins are booked **
Reservations and Inquiries
Or call us at (206) 886-8107
Prince William Sound Cruise Rates – 2025
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- Cruises by Individual Cabin –
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- 5 Days/4 Nights – $5,990 (per person/dbl occupancy*)
- Includes: Alaska Railroad Transportation – To/From Anchorage & Whittier/Seward
- 7 Days/6 Nights – $7,650 (per person/dbl occupancy*)
- Includes: Alaska Railroad Transportation – To/From Anchorage & Whittier/Seward
* Solo Traveler Discount – Double occupancy surcharge fee of 1.5x for single traveler does NOT apply when booking the Puffin Cabin
* Child Discount – Children traveling with parents booked in same stateroom receive 20% discount
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- Whole-Boat Charter –
- 5 Days/4 Nights- $47,900
- Includes Alaska Railroad Transportation – To/From Anchorage & Whittier/Seward
- Add $1,500 per person for each additional person after 8
- 7 Days/6 Nights – $60,500
- Includes Alaska Railroad Transportation – To/From Anchorage & Whittier/Seward
- Add $1,500 per person for each additional person after 8
Availability – 2025
** Each scheduled cruise departure date is confirmed when two or more of Sea Star’s cabins are booked **
Reservations and Inquiries
Or call us at (206) 886-8107
Kenai Fjords National Park – Rates and Availability
~ A National Park Explorer’s Adventure ~
5 Days /4 Nights or 7 Days/5 Nights
Departing from the port of Seward
Cruise Year 2024 Cruise Year 2025
Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise Rates – 2024
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- Cruises by Individual Cabin –
- 5 Days/4 Nights – $5,960 (per person/dbl occupancy*)
- Includes: Alaska Railroad Transportation – To/From Anchorage & Seward
- 7 Days/6 Nights – $7,630 (per person/dbl occupancy*)
- Includes: Alaska Railroad Transportation – To/From Anchorage & Seward
* Solo Traveler Discount – Double occupancy surcharge fee of 1.5x for single traveler does NOT apply when booking the Puffin Cabin
* Child Discount – Children traveling with parents booked in same stateroom receive 20% discount
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- Whole-Boat Charter –
- 5 Days/4 Nights – $47,700
- Includes Alaska Railroad Transportation – To/From Anchorage & Seward
- Add $1,500 per person for each additional person after 8
- 7 Days/6 Nights – $61,000
- Includes Alaska Railroad Transportation – To/From Anchorage & Seward
- Add $1,500 per person for each additional person after 8
Upgrade the Alaska Railroad Experience –
Upgrade the Alaska Railroad experience from Adventure Class to Gold Star Service
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- Add $220 (p/p) to upgrade to Alaska Railroad’s Premium Gold Star Service
- Incudes full-service dining aboard the lower-level dining car (breakfast/dinner)
- A seat in the glass-dome ceiling rail car with comfortable forward-facing seats
- Private bar and two complimentary adult beverages
Availability – 2024
** Each scheduled cruise departure date is confirmed when two or more of Sea Star’s cabins are booked **
Reservations and Inquiries
Or call us at (206) 886-8107
Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise Rates – 2025
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- Cruises by Individual Cabin –
- 5 Days/4 Nights – $6,075 (per person/dbl occupancy*)
- Includes: Alaska Railroad – To/From Anchorage & Seward
- 7 Days/6 Nights – $7,775 (per person/dbl occupancy*)
- Includes: Alaska Railroad – To/From Anchorage & Seward
* Solo Traveler Discount – Double occupancy surcharge fee of 1.5x for single traveler does NOT apply when booking the Puffin Cabin
* Child Discount – Children traveling with parents booked in same stateroom receive 20% discount
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- Whole-Boat Charter –
- 5 Days/4 Nights – $48,600
- Includes Alaska Railroad – To/From Anchorage & Seward
- Add $1,500 per person for each additional person after 8
- 7 Days/6 Nights- $62,200
- Includes Alaska Railroad – To/From Anchorage & Seward
- Add $1,500 per person for each additional person after 8
Upgrade the Alaska Railroad Experience –
Upgrade the Alaska Railroad experience from Adventure Class to Gold Star Service
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- Add $230 (p/p) to upgrade to Alaska Railroad’s Premium Gold Star Service
- Incudes full-service dining aboard the lower-level dining car (breakfast/dinner)
- A seat in the glass-dome ceiling rail car with comfortable forward-facing seats
- Private bar and two complimentary adult beverages
Availability – 2025
** Each scheduled cruise departure date is confirmed when two or more of Sea Star’s cabins are booked **
Reservations and Inquiries
Or call us at (206) 886-8107
Alaska’s Historic Inside Passage – Rates and Availability
Southeast Alaska
~ A Mariner’s Navigational Education Cruise ~
Up to 8 Days /7 Nights
Serving ports of Seattle, Ketchikan, and Sitka
Cruise Year 2024 Cruise Year 2025
Cruise route between Seattle, Ketchikan, Petersburg and Sitka
North Pacific Expeditions Inside Passage Mariner’s Navigation Educational cruise travels the Historic Inside Passage between Seattle, WA and Sitka, AK. For mariners wanting to gain more confidence and proficiency with these waters of British Columbia and Alaska, this particular cruise will be a valuable instructional experience. Most of the cruise is in transit (with three of the eight days underway 24/7) and focuses on educational instruction in navigation, piloting, currents and weather instead of the traditional cruise activities like kayaking, glacier visits, shore trekking or wildlife viewing.
Reservations and Inquiries
Or call us at (206) 886-8107
Inside Passage Cruise Rates – 2024
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- Cruise by Individual Cabin –
- Between Seattle & Ketchikan – 3 Days – $2,400 (per person)
- Between Seattle & Sitka – 8 Days – $5,600 (per person)
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- Cruise by Whole-Boat Charter –
- Between Seattle & Ketchikan – 3 Days – $19,200
- Add $1,500 per person for each additional person after 8
- Between Seattle & Sitka – 8 Days – $44,800
- Add $1,500 per person for each additional person after 8
Availability – 2024
North Bound
South Bound
Reservations and Inquiries
Or call us at (206) 886-8107
Historical Inside Passage Cruise Rates – 2025
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- Cruise by Individual Cabin –
- Between Seattle & Ketchikan – 3 Days – $2,550 (per person)
- Between Seattle & Sitka – 8 Days – $6,000 (per person)
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- Cruise by Whole-Boat Charter –
- Between Seattle & Ketchikan – 3 Days – $20,400
- Add $1,500 per person for each additional person after 8
- Between Seattle & Sitka – 8 Days – $48,000
- Add $1,500 per person for each additional person after 8
Availability – 2025
North Bound
Availability Dates Coming Soon for 2025!
South Bound
Availability Dates Coming Soon for 2025!
Reservations and Inquiries
Or call us at (206) 886-8107
Note: Transportation to and from the vessel SEA STAR is the sole responsibility of the client and is not a part of or included in the cost of the cruise fare.
Custom Private Charters
~ Create Your Own Custom Adventure~
Sea Star anchored in Harriman Fjord
We offer private charters for private parties, outfitters, researchers or independent operators. Please contact our office for more information if you would like to book our vessel Sea Star for recreational, commercial, or for research purposes (e.g. photography workshops, yoga retreat, data collection etc.).
To inquire and make a reservation for private cruises or commercial charters, please call (206) 886-8107 or visit our Reservation Inquiries page.
Refer to North Pacific Expeditions Terms and Conditions in reference to the applicability and limitations of sales, discounts and/or promotions offered by NPE.
Reservations and Inquiries
Or call us at (206) 886-8107
Schedules, Rates, and Cruise Notes
- Rate for Puffin cabin is based on per person single occupancy. No double occupancy
- Rates for Sandpiper, Kittiwake and Osprey are based on a per person double occupancy.
- Single (solo) traveler for these three cabins is 1.5x the double occupancy rate.
- Children 17 and under receive a 20% discount. Please read our child policy here.
- The Alaska Railroad train transportation between Anchorage and Seward and/or Whittier are included in the cost of the trip.
- Even though it is unlikely, last-minute bookings with North Pacific Expeditions may not guarantee ticket availability aboard the Alaska Railroad train between Seward and/or Whittier. If this should occur, we will arrange alternate travel arrangements for you between Anchorage and our ports of call to get to and from the vessel Sea Star.