Whittier Cruise Ship Schedule 2026
Prince William Sound port connected to Anchorage via tunnel.
Live imported schedule
Whittier has verified imported ship calls (8 Alaska ports live) — 206 calls listed across 2026 and 2027. Monthly tables show real arrival and departure times.
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Whittier 2026 schedule — 96 imported port calls with arrival and departure times. Use monthly tables to spot multi-ship days before booking whale watching or glacier tours.
How This Schedule Helps You Plan
This Whittier cruise ship schedule page helps Alaska cruise passengers plan shore excursions around published port times. Browse by year and month as verified schedule data is imported — no placeholder sailings are shown.
Whittier Monthly Schedules for 2026
Open a dedicated monthly page with verified ship calls, arrival and departure times, and planning tips for that month.
Schedule Overview
Schedule analytics (busiest months, top ships, and cruise lines) populate automatically when verified Whittier port call data is imported. Use this hub to link excursion planning with your ship's arrival window.
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2026 Monthly Schedule
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June 2026 at Whittier
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-07 | Nieuw Amsterdam | Holland America Line | 01:00 | 19:30 | 18h 30m | 2,106 to 2,527 |
| 2026-06-10 | Coral Princess | Princess Cruises | 00:30 | 20:30 | 20h | 2,000 to 2,400 |
| 2026-06-13 | Discovery Princess | Princess Cruises | 00:30 | 20:30 | 20h | 3,668 to 4,402 |
| 2026-06-14 | Westerdam | Holland America Line | 01:00 | TBC | n/a | 1,968 to 2,362 |
| 2026-06-14 | Westerdam | Holland America Line | 01:00 | 20:00 | 19h | 1,968 to 2,362 |
| 2026-06-17 | Island Princess | Princess Cruises | 00:30 | TBC | n/a | 2,214 to 2,657 |
| 2026-06-17 | Island Princess | Princess Cruises | 00:30 | 20:30 | 20h | 2,214 to 2,657 |
| 2026-06-20 | Grand Princess | Princess Cruises | 00:30 | TBC | n/a | 2,602 to 3,122 |
| 2026-06-20 | Grand Princess | Princess Cruises | 00:30 | 20:30 | 20h | 2,602 to 3,122 |
| 2026-06-21 | Nieuw Amsterdam | Holland America Line | 01:00 | TBC | n/a | 2,106 to 2,527 |
| 2026-06-22 | Norwegian Jade | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | TBC | n/a | 2,402 to 2,882 |
| 2026-06-24 | Coral Princess | Princess Cruises | 00:30 | TBC | n/a | 2,000 to 2,400 |
| 2026-06-24 | Coral Princess | Princess Cruises | 00:30 | 20:30 | 20h | 2,000 to 2,400 |
| 2026-06-24 | Seven Seas Explorer | Regent Seven Seas | 06:00 | TBC | n/a | 754 to 829 |
| 2026-06-27 | Discovery Princess | Princess Cruises | 00:30 | TBC | n/a | 3,668 to 4,402 |
| 2026-06-27 | Discovery Princess | Princess Cruises | 00:30 | 20:30 | 20h | 3,668 to 4,402 |
| 2026-06-28 | Westerdam | Holland America Line | 01:00 | TBC | n/a | 1,968 to 2,362 |
| 2026-06-28 | Westerdam | Holland America Line | 01:00 | 20:00 | 19h | 1,968 to 2,362 |
18 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.
Cruise Passenger Information
Use this schedule alongside practical port-day details below. Knowing where your ship docks, whether tenders are required, and how long you are ashore helps you book excursions with a safe return buffer.
- Docking
- Whittier Cruise Terminal
- From ship to town
- Compact port area — most tours meet at terminal
- Tender required
- No — ships dock at pier
- Currency
- US Dollar (USD)
- Language
- English
- Time zone
- Alaska Time (AKDT/AKST)
Passenger tips for Whittier
- Read Seward vs Whittier comparison before choosing your Gulf port strategy
- One Prince William Sound cruise fills most port days
- Anchorage transfers need tunnel timing planned
- Rain is common — waterproof gear for boat decks
- Whittier town is small — excursions are the main draw
Tunnel operates on a schedule — coach transfers from Anchorage must account for tunnel windows.
What to Do in Whittier on a Cruise Day
Prince William Sound glacier cruises — Prince William Sound glaciers through the Anton Anderson Tunnel. Once you know your arrival and departure window from the schedule above, these are the experiences cruise passengers book most often.
Recommended Shore Excursions
Signature pick: Prince William Sound Cruise — Tidewater glaciers with Anchorage-area connections.
Prince William Sound Glacier Cruise
Glacier · 4-6 hours
Day boat past tidewater glaciers with whale and seal sightings.
Glacier Discovery Train
Railway · 3-4 hours
Alaska Railroad scenic segment with tunnel and alpine views.
Kayaking in Blackstone Bay
Kayaking · 4-5 hours
Paddle near glaciers — weather and experience dependent.
Portage Glacier Tour
Glacier · 3-4 hours
Visit Portage Lake and glacier viewpoints near tunnel entrance.
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Also sailing in 2027?
Whittier has 110 verified ship calls listed for 2027 and 96 for 2026. Compare both years if your itinerary spans seasons or you are choosing between sail dates.
Cruise Planning Tips
- ✓Check published arrival and departure times before booking any shore excursion or independent tour.
- ✓Leave enough buffer to return to the ship. Most lines require you back 30-60 minutes before departure.
- ✓Some Alaska ports use tender boats instead of dockside berthing; tender queues add time to your port day.
- ✓Private tours and independent operators should confirm pier pickup and return times against your ship schedule.
- ✓Peak call days with multiple ships in port can sell out popular wildlife tours, glacier cruises, and railway seats early.
Related Links
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Whittier Shore Excursions
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Live Whittier tour listings and pier pickup details on the dedicated local site.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I read the cruise ship schedule?
Each row lists the date a ship is due in port, the vessel and cruise line, published arrival and departure times, and estimated time in port. Use the month navigation to browse available months.
Can ship arrival times change?
Yes. Cruise lines and port authorities can adjust arrival and departure times because of weather, tender conditions, traffic at the pier, or itinerary changes. Always check the daily program on your ship and with the shore excursion desk on port day.
How much time should I leave before returning to the ship?
Plan to be back at the terminal or tender pickup point at least 30-60 minutes before your ship's published departure. Add extra time on tender ports, busy multi-ship days, and excursions that travel far from the pier.
Should I book excursions before I cruise?
Book your must-do excursion early if you are visiting on a busy schedule day or want a specific operator. Once you know your ship's in-port window from this schedule, compare independent and specialist options that guarantee on-time return.
Are cruise ship schedules always accurate?
Published schedules are planning guides, not guarantees. We update this page as verified data becomes available and mark months still being imported as 'Schedule data being updated'. Confirm final times with your cruise line before disembarking.
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Arrival and departure times are published for planning purposes and may change due to weather, tender conditions, or cruise line schedule adjustments. Always confirm final times with your ship before disembarking.