Explore and book Princess Cruises 7 Night Pacific Northwest Cruise on the Star Princess departing from Vancouver, British Columbia on Sep 27, 2026 and ending in San Francisco, California on Oct 4, 2026 Sail to Los Angeles, California, Vancouver, British Columbia, Victoria, British Columbia, San Francisco, California

Vancouver, British Columbia

A bustling west coast seaport in Canada, Vancouver offers a blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. Its scenic views, vibrant arts scene, and diverse culture make it a prominent starting or ending point for Pacific cruises.

Victoria, British Columbia

A perfect blend of British charm and Canadian spirit, Victoria welcomes visitors with historic architecture, lush gardens, and a picturesque harbor. The famed Butchart Gardens are a must-visit for nature enthusiasts.

San Francisco, California

The iconic Golden Gate Bridge welcomes you to San Francisco, a city of hills, cable cars, and diverse culture. Explore the historic Alcatraz, vibrant neighborhoods, and waterfront cuisine. A cruise to this Californian gem promises a mix of urban buzz and serene bay views.

Los Angeles, California

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7 Night Pacific Northwest Cruise

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The Star Princess, Princess Cruises' upcoming Sphere-class vessel, is set to enhance the cruise experience with its novel design and expanded accommodation options, including luxurious cabins and suites. It promises to elevate onboard dining with a variety of new food and beverage concepts, alongside familiar favorites. A highlight of the Star Princess is The Dome, an innovative, multi-deck entertainment venue, offering a unique indoor/outdoor pool area by day and transforming into a dynamic entertainment space with aerial performances by night. The ship also features a revamped Piazza, advanced Princess Arena theater, an expanded casino, and a two-story Lotus Spa, ensuring a diverse and engaging experience for its passengers.

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Board your motorcoach at port and see the exciting sights of Vancouver, a sophisticated, fun-loving city that celebrates the great outdoors, cherishes its history and diverse cultures, and was home to the 2010 Winter Olympic Games.

Photographers, nature enthusiasts and adventurers alike will thrill to this full-day exploration of Vancouver's picture postcard scenery. The excitement begins as you board your air-conditioned coach at the pier and head north out of Vancouver and up along the famed Sea to Sky Highway.

Experience Vancouver aboard convertible clear top buses, offering stunning views, rain or shine, including world-class commentary in 7 languages! Ride through the city and be escorted to the best attractions and most scenic locales: more than 29 stops, featuring history, culture and awesome scenery. Visit Stanley Park, Robson Street, English Bay, Gastown, Chinatown and Granville Island. Hop-on and hop-off throughout the day as you explore at your own pace. At the end of your adventure, make your way back to your downtown hotel (your luggage will be delivered by 4:00 pm.) A ticket on the Canada Line rapid transit to the Vancouver International Airport on your departure date is included. This flexible tour offers ample opportunity to sightsee, shop and photograph stunning vistas.

Vancouver is a culturally diverse, sophisticated city set against a spectacular backdrop of forests, snow-capped mountains and the sparkling Pacific Ocean. It juxtaposes its exciting urban flair and varied architecture with natural scenic beauty and a host of cultural and historic highlights. Boasting one of North America's largest Chinatowns, a Victorian Gastown district and Stanley Park, a 1,000-acre rainforest in the heart of the city, Vancouver's top highlights will delight on a panoramic motorcoach tour.

Stanley Park is one of the largest urban forests in Canada and a premier Vancouver attraction. The West Coast climate supports the abundance of flora and fauna and a wonderful variety of furry creatures and majestic birds call this sanctuary home. The black squirrels that you see scampering among the trees were actually brought over from New York's Central Park decades ago. At the east tip of the Stanley Park is Brockton Point, where you'll find the famed Native Totem Garden. Colorful, carved works of art stand proud and tall in commemoration of the First Nations culture, which first inhabited the area. Your knowledgeable guide will impart the history of the area and will tell you the story behind the totem poles. Notice how each totem pole has a different face carved into it; they each represent individual families and tribes.

Vancouver's craft beer scene has exploded into a myriad of fantastic establishments serving up fresh, locally made brews. On this informative and fun-filled three-hour tour, you and your fellow beer lovers will sample your way through three of the city's best breweries, learning the process from grain to glass and the design secrets of the all-important label while interacting with the informative staff at these great locations. A comfortable van will transfer you to the three breweries, allowing you to relax and chat with your fellow travelers between venues as well as take in Vancouver's scenic highlights and learn more about the iconic neighborhoods you'll be visiting.

One of the best ways to get to know this city is on foot, and this two-hour comprehensive walking tour will satisfy history buffs, photographers and inquisitive travelers alike. So lace up and get ready to set your sights and camera on the magnificent landmarks that help define Victoria.

Victoria, western Canada's oldest city, was founded in 1843 as a Hudson's Bay Company trading post. Victoria's early history has been carefully preserved and can be seen in lovingly restored residential, commercial and public buildings. This city is the most "British" in all of Canada and boasts prominent reminders of its colonial past. On your drive you will see the impressive architecture and beautiful, elegant Victorian and Edwardian-era mansions around every corner.

Enjoy Victoria's well-preserved past on this tour of Victoria's highlights. Your journey begins along the waterfront through the city's picturesque Beacon Hill Park, and then into the downtown Inner Harbour area. Here you will see the iconic Empress Hotel, the BC Legislature Building, the Old Town and North America's second-oldest Chinatown.

Located high above Victoria on Little Saanich Mountain, the observatory rises above the city and affords views of the Olympic Mountain Range. The centuries-old facility served as a preeminent research facility through the years, and many discoveries about the nature of the Milky Way were made here. Today, it is used by members of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. The observatory opened to the general public as the "The Centre of the Universe" and includes a small planetarium and multimedia presentations. Astronomer James Hesser led the development of the facility and has promoted education and public outreach throughout his long career.

Board your motorcoach for a scenic tour to the Saanich Peninsula and the breathtaking Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site of Canada. After a short drive, you'll find yourself surrounded by 55-acres of some of the most lavish and lush landscaped grounds in the world. Colorful blooms, rare flowers and themed gardens greet you as you meander through the property over footbridges, passing cascading fountains and charming lily ponds

There's always something blooming at the acclaimed Butchart Gardens every day of the year. Fall brings a profusion of vibrant autumnal colors, winter's shorter days showcase evergreen shrubs and hundreds of varieties of primrose, and during spring you'll see 300,000 bulbs blanketing the 55-acre former home of Robert and Jennie Butchart. And summer at the gardens is also breathtaking. In addition to 900 varieties of dazzling floral displays this enchanted garden lights up the night with fireworks and a wonderland of subtle light and shadow known as Night Illumination.

Inspired by his love for Uisge Beatha, meaning the "water for life," Graeme Macaloney, the ex-pat Scot founder of Victoria Caledonian Distillery & Twa Dogs Brewery, set out to create the finest single malt whisky in North America and perhaps the world. A kilted guide will lead you on an interactive tour of this exceptional facility and offer a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to produce these fine libations. During the experience, you will enjoy a tasting of the award-winning craft whiskies and beers.

Board your motorcoach at the pier and cross the Vincent Thomas Bridge as you journey towards your destination of Long Beach. Your drop off point is nearby to shopping, restaurants as well as one of the top attractions of Long Beach - the Aquarium of the Pacific.

Despite its humble beginnings as a little pueblo, Los Angeles has become one of the most vibrant and progressive cities in the world - rich in ethnic diversity and sizzling culture. Not to mention it is the international headquarters of the glamorous movie industry!

A picture-perfect beach town, Santa Monica is a coastal community west of downtown Los Angeles. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Santa Monica is anchored by the nostalgic Santa Monica Pier, a colorful beachfront boardwalk featuring arcade games, street vendors and amusement rides, including the historic Looff Hippodrome Carousel. Soak up the sunshine with a stroll along the sand or peruse the boutiques along the Third Street Promenade, a fashionable tree-lined outdoor shopping venue with trendy stores and a plethora of outdoor cafes.

Acclaimed as the world's only active, urban Ice Age excavation site, the tar pits are home to over one million Ice Age fossils, from a Columbian mammoth tusk to the tooth of a baby mouse. Outside, you can see tar that has seeped up from the ground over tens of thousands of years. Inside, you can encounter some of the Earth's most awe-inspiring mammals and discover how humans shared the frozen tundra with beasts during the "Titans of the Ice Age 3D" film. Learn how animals got trapped in the tar and how it preserved the bones of trapped animals over the centuries. Want to know how easy it was to get stuck in the sludge? Try your hand at the Tar Pull and you can see how difficult it would have been for giant mammoths, mastodons, seven-foot-tall camels, saber-toothed tigers and other Ice Age mammals to get trapped in the tar.

Los Angeles is one of the most vibrant cities in the world-rich in ethnic diversity and sizzling culture-not to mention it is the international headquarters of the glamorous movie industry! Delve into the history and glamour of the breathtaking "City of Angels" with Star Track Tours, which features new, state-of-the-art vehicles. Your route features all of the famous Beverly Hills and Hollywood highlights, so keep your camera at the ready.

Experience the magic of movies at Universal Studios Theme Park, where thrilling rides and behind-the-scenes attractions await. Feel the adrenaline on rides like "Revenge of the Mummy" and "Jurassic Park Ride," or enjoy immersive shows featuring stunts, special effects, and trained animals. Take the iconic Universal Studios Tram Tour to explore backlots, famous movie sets, and jaw-dropping encounters with "Jaws" and "King Kong" in 3-D. After your adventure, browse the shops or grab a bite to eat at Universal City, a vibrant promenade of dining and entertainment.

Your full-day tour begins with a short walk southward along the Embarcadero, the eastern waterfront and roadway of the Port of San Francisco. You'll make your way to Alcatraz Landing, where you'll board the Alcatraz Ferry to Alcatraz Island. Upon arriving, a National Park Ranger will provide an introduction to the infamous Alcatraz Prison prior to beginning a self-guided audio tour through the jail's facilities.

One of America's most picturesque cities, San Francisco is famed for its cable cars, fog-enshrined bridge, 43 hills, a delightful mix of Victorian architecture and free-spirited charms, plus all the hustle and bustle of a world-class city. "The City by the Bay" has it all and isn't afraid to show it.

One of America's most picturesque cities, San Francisco is famed for its cable cars, fog-enshrined bridge, 43 hills, and delightful mix of Victorian architecture and free-spirited charms. The City by the Bay offers students of architecture a fantastic array of sights which exemplify the area's exciting and colorful history.

After boarding the boat at the Embarcadero, you'll set out across the eastern waterfront en route to Alcatraz Island. As you cruise under the Golden Gate and Bay Bridges, you'll learn that in 1868, this island was the home of Fort Alcatraz, a military facility that was part of a three-point defense strategy for San Francisco Bay. In 1934, it was converted to Alcatraz Prison, a federal penitentiary. During the 29 years it was in use, the jail held such notable criminals as mobster kingpin Al Capone, Robert Franklin Stroud (the Birdman of Alcatraz) and George 'Machine Gun' Kelly. It's also been the setting for many films such as 'The Rock' with Sean Connery and Nicholas Cage, 'Escape from Alcatraz' with Clint Eastwood and 'The Birdman of Alcatraz' with Burt Lancaster.

Get a fantastic overview of the City by the Bay on this comprehensive bus tour featuring 16 of San Francisco's most beloved sights. Remain on the bus for a 2.5-hour fully narrated tour - or hop-on-and-off as you choose, exploring the attractions that interest you - your ticket is valid all day! The guided tour can be enjoyed live, with fascinating facts from your knowledgeable guide, or via a recorded commentary audio tour in English, Spanish, French, Brazilian, Portuguese, German, Korean, Japanese, Cantonese or Mandarin.

One of the best ways to get to know this amazing city is with comprehensive customized tours designed around your timetable and interests. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring along your camera to preserve everlasting memories.

Your half-day tour begins as you board your motorcoach for a scenic drive north along the Embarcadero, the eastern waterfront and roadway of the Port of San Francisco. You'll continue past the Cannery with its unique shops and restaurants, and Ghirardelli Square, once the site of the world-famous chocolate factory, now bustling with eclectic boutiques and cafés.

One of the largest urban parks in Canada, Stanley Park comprises 1,000 acres of robust West Coast rainforest dominating the middle of Vancouver. Called the "Green Heart" of the city, the area teems with a variety of wildlife, magnificent fir, cedar and hemlock trees, and colorful blossoms. Nestled within the park are West Coast Native totem poles decorated with symbolic imagery. Stanley Park's seawall hugs the popular English Bay Beach, the area's premier waterfront destination, and the park also features numerous trails, lakes and activities.

Stanley Park is one of the largest urban forests in Canada and a premier Vancouver attraction. The West Coast climate supports the abundance of flora and fauna and a wonderful variety of furry creatures and majestic birds call this sanctuary home. The grey squirrels that you see scampering among the trees were actually brought over from New York's Central Park decades ago. At the east tip of the Stanley Park is Brockton Point, where you'll find the famed Native Totem Garden. Colorful, carved works of art stand proud and tall in commemoration of the First Nations culture, which first inhabited the area. Your knowledgeable guide will impart the history of the area and will tell you the story behind the totem poles. Notice how each totem pole has a different face carved into it; they each represent individual families and tribes.

The charming capital city of Victoria is even more fun and exciting when viewed from the top of a double-decker bus! Fully narrated by knowledgeable driver/guides, this economical, 1.5-hour adventure reveals the best of Victoria's architectural monuments, gracious homes, exquisite gardens and historic points of interest.

Board the horse-drawn trolley at the cruise ship terminal and begin a scenic tour through the picturesque city of Victoria. One hour in length, this tour is suited for those who wish to devote time to independent sightseeing or an additional excursion.

Board your motorcoach for a scenic tour to the Saanich Peninsula and the breathtaking Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site of Canada. After a short drive, you'll find yourself surrounded by 55-acres of some of the most lavish and lush landscaped grounds in the world. Colorful blooms, rare flowers and themed gardens greet you as you meander through the property over footbridges, passing cascading fountains and charming lily ponds.