The Port of Vancouver has been the leading Canada homeport for Alaska cruises since 1970s, offering passengers more ships and departure dates to choose from than any
other port.
The Vancouver Port has two cruise terminals, Canada Place and Ballantyne. Both are conveniently located, and only 30 minutes away from the Vancouver International Airport. The Port welcomes close to 300 ship visits and 1 million passengers at its two cruise terminals.
Canada Place is located in the city centre, whereas Ballantyne is located east of the city centre and close to Canada Place. Both cruise terminals are modern, secure, and world-class.
As the Alaska cruise from Vancouver ships dock in the business/commercial district downtown, making shopping, dining, and sightseeing easy. Local sites attractions include historic Gastown, Chinatown, and bayside Stanley Park. Hiking and kayaking opportunities are also plentiful.
Vancouver is ranked as one of the most beautiful cities in the world, serving as an excellent place to start or end a cruise. Vancouver is a friendly, safe and clean city, it has been selected as the host city for the 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Vancouver is the place to visit!
Vancouver is an exciting and lively city, its spectacular setting, cosmopolitan flavor, variety of activities, diversity of attractions and fabulous international cuisine, are enjoyed by and strongly impressed on both the one-time visitor as well as local residents.
The cruise season is from May to September
- an excellent time to visit Vancouver. Passengers come to enjoy the wide-open spaces, parks and gardens, sightseeing, arts, culture, international cuisine, shopping, and outdoor sports like ocean kayaking, river rafting and golf.
Vancouver has two Off-site long term parking for passengers while on a cruise, Cruisepark and Citipark:
Cruisepark is a short distance from Canada Place, All arriving Cruisepark customers are requested to go directly to their lot and it provides complimentary shuttle service to and from Canada Place and Ballantyne.
Cruisepark Alaska Cruise Parking Inc.
Tel: 604.266.4243
Fax: 604.266.4519
Toll free: 1.800.665.0050
Web site: www.cruisepark.com
(online reservations available)
Citipark operates the two level parkade at Canada Place, no shuttle service is provided to Ballantyne.
The best Alaska cruise experience is offered
by cruise liners, that operate like floating hotels and catered by the best hospitality staff and crew. The biggest names in the industry like the Royal Caribbean International, Carnival Cruise Lines, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America Line, Norwegian Cruise Line and Princess Cruises are all serving this sector well.
Alaska cruise from Vancouver, your gateway to Alaska!
Taking an Alaska cruise from Vancouver (British Columbia, Canada) is the perfect way to see and experience the natural beauty of the far-flung glaciers, mountains, spot whales in the open, wildlife, and culture of America's last frontier.
Seattle to Alaska cruise, your dream cruise to Alaska!
Going to Alaska, the first choice is to select the best Seattle to Alaska cruise line. Seattle has a lovely waterfront, lined with restaurants and shops, and "The soul of Seattle" - the popular Pike Place Market (indoor & outdoor) offers enough to keep anyone busy for a day.
Carnival Alaska Cruises, a better way to experience
the wonder of Alaska. Carnival cruises have on-board naturalist who educates guests on the region's colorful history and points out animal and marine life from the ships bridge. Alaska is waiting for you!
Welcome to Celebrity Alaska Cruise!
Let Celebrity shows you the best of Alaska from both sea and land when you extend your vacation with a Cruisetour. Celebrity guides and naturalists will share their intimate knowledge to help you to make this extraordinary experience even more unforgettable.
Spectacular 7-day Holland America Alaska cruise vacations, imagination meets reality. Holland America cruises offer a greater selection of Alaska cruise itineraries, the only cruise line to offer Glacier Bay National Park on all three major cruise itineraries. Let Alaska wonders unfold before you!
Princess Cruise Alaska, experience all that Alaska has to offer!
Experience the wonders of Alaska on Princess cruises including fortress-like glaciers, treasured national parks and diverse wildlife. Princess Cruises brings to life on your Alaska cruise vacation, the right choice to discover the great frontier of Alaska in style!
Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruise gives you a complete cruise
with a journey deep into the heart of Alaska! All Alaska Cruisetours are 100% escorted by knowledgeable Adventure Specialists. See moose, caribou, grizzlies and eagles up close while traveling by Royal Carribbean custom, luxurious glass-domed traincars, the Wilderness Express® and deluxe motorcoaches.
Alaska small ship cruises provide an unique Alaska cruising experience,
enjoying awe-inspiring glaciers, magnificent wildlife, fabulous food and interesting ports of call on a more intimate level. Experience Alaska at its best!
