Riviera: 16-Night Cruise from Vancouver - September 19, 2026

You'll have 8 hours hours to explore Ketchikan, Alaska, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Waterproof layers are essential, as rain is common even in summer.

The Riviera is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Juneau, Alaska are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. Mendenhall Glacier is one of the most accessible glaciers in Alaska and a must see for first time visitors.

Your ship arrives in Skagway, Alaska at 7:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Board the historic narrow-gauge railway for a breathtaking journey through mountains, waterfalls, and canyons.

You'll have 8 hours hours to explore Sitka, Alaska, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Waterproof jackets and layered clothing are recommended due to variable weather and coastal conditions.

Arriving in Hilo, Hawaii at 11:00 AM with only 7 hours hours before your 6:00 PM departure is a tight window. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the safest play here - you'll get priority disembarkation, and the ship will wait for its own excursions to return. Focus on one or two experiences close to the port. A drive from Hilo takes you into one of the most powerful landscapes on earth.

The Riviera is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits.

Your ship arrives in Kahului, Maui, Hawaii at 8:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Iao Valley is a lush, green area just outside Kahului, known for its dramatic mountain peaks and deep cultural importance.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Nawiliwili, Kauai, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. The Wailua River is one of Kauai's most scenic waterways.

The Riviera is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. Waikiki is iconic for a reason.