Aerial view of Alaskan Story yacht with blue & white exterior sitting in calm water in front of water cascading over rock.
Mama bear & 2 cubs walk a wide river in front of a large waterfall, seen on an Alaskan Story charter cruise.
Tandem kayakers paddle a white boat in calm sea backed by green hills on a sunny day in Alaska.
Small tender boat with Alaskan Story charter cruise guests slowly motors past massive blue iceberg chunks on a cloudy day.
Scenic southeast Alaska with verdant mountains with granite peeking out & a waterfall spilling into turquoise sea.
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North America Alaska Cruise

Alaskan Story Charter Cruise

Craft your own Alaskan story on a customized charter cruise in southeast Alaska. The intimate, 8-guest Alaskan Story is crewed by lifetime Alaskans who are ready to share their passion, unique knowledge and longstanding hospitality experience with you.

Base routes operate between the popular ports of Sitka and Juneau, round-trip from Juneau and into Glacier Bay, with options to tailor the itinerary to your group’s interests. Along the way, spot incredible wildlife including humpback whales, orcas, sea lions, harbor seals, Dall’s porpoises and eagles, right at eye level. Fish for halibut, salmon, shrimp and crabs at your Alaskan crew’s favorite spots, to enjoy at dinnertime. Enjoy access to unique federal and state land, including Glacier Bay National Park on select departures. Marvel at granite walls, blue glaciers and misty forests by day, and tuck into peaceful tidal inlets each night.

Travel aboard the 8-guest Alaskan Story. Following a million-dollar refit, with thoughtful design upgrades for cruising in Alaska, this stately yacht offers a special homebase from which to explore the Inside Passage. The Alaskan Story’s kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and Boston Whaler tender vessel (plus Zodiac) let you experience Alaska’s breathtaking wilds up close. And her various social spaces invite you to cozy up with a book or movie (including the one unfolding all around you).

Read on for details about this trip, or learn more about AdventureSmith’s Alaska yacht chartersAlaska trips and Alaska small ship cruises.



Itinerary

Alaskan Story Sample Charter Itinerary

The Alaskan Story’s route is customizable, however this sample Admiralty Island circumnavigation is a popular option, operating round-trip from Juneau, Alaska.

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Day 1
Embark Juneau, Alaska

In the morning, the Alaskan Story team picks you up from your hotel; head to the ship to embark at 11:00am. On your way out of Juneau, go through North Pass, a hot spot for humpback whales. Continue on, rounding the north tip of Admiralty Island and Point Retreat with its historic lighthouse. After looking for whales, head down Chatham Strait toward Tenakee Inlet to drop dungeness crab pots and find a secluded anchorage for the night.

Accommodations

Alaskan Story

Meals

arrival snack, lunch, dinner

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Day 2
Tenakee & Baranof Warm Springs

Wake up and pull the pots out of the water with hopes of full pots for a crab feed for dinner! Head across the bay to the tiny town of Tenakee for a walk through town or a hike through the wilderness. Departing the Inlet, continue south down Chatham Strait toward Baranof Warm Spring. The warm springs are a short hike to a picturesque spot along a river. These are natural pools with very hot soothing water. Anchor up and enjoy the sounds of a flowing waterfall.

Accommodations

Alaskan Story

Meals

breakfast, lunch, dinner

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Day 3
Red Bluff Bay

Wake up and continue south toward Red Bluff Bay. A unique tight passageway with iron-filled hills giving them a beautiful red color. In Red Bluff Bay, set shrimp pots and enjoy an evening of kayaking, paddleboarding or skiffing while scanning the shoreline for brown bears.

Accommodations

Alaskan Story

Meals

breakfast, lunch, dinner

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Day 4
Red Bluff Bay & Pybus Bay

Red Bluff Bay may be one of the most beautiful anchorages in Alaska. Spend the morning there and pull the shrimp pots to make another truly Alaskan meal. Then head to one of the crew’s favorite fishing spots to get some halibut. Round the southern tip of Admiralty Island and anchor in Pybus Bay, another neat place to explore.

Accommodations

Alaskan Story

Meals

breakfast, lunch, dinner

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Day 5
Brothers Islands

Head to The Brothers Islands for a day of hiking, kayaking and relaxing around some very secluded islands. Your yacht is lucky enough to be one of the only boats in Alaska to have permits to go ashore on these islands. For the evening, anchor at the mouth of Tracy Arm Fjord to put you into a perfect position for the following day.

Accommodations

Alaskan Story

Meals

breakfast, lunch, dinner

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Day 6
Tracy Arm Fjords Wilderness

Enter into Tracy Arm Fjords Wilderness, which is considered a Yosemite with glaciers and icebergs. Rock walls thousands of feet high rise out of the iceberg-filled waters as you wind your way to the calving face of the tidewater glacier. Truly one of the most spectacular places you will visit. After a full day of glaciers, head north for your final anchorage (and maybe even a glacier ice cocktail hour!).

Accommodations

Alaskan Story

Meals

breakfast, lunch, dinner

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Day 7
Disembark Juneau, Alaska

Pull anchor and have breakfast as you motor into Juneau harbor in the late morning.

Accommodations

n/a

Meals

breakfast

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Details
Inclusions, Terms & Notes

Included

Accommodations; excursions; entrance fees and permits; leadership; crew; all meals, beer and wine; rubber boots to use during the cruise.

Exclusions

The cost of air flights; Alaskan State fishing licenses if you choose to fish; hard liquor; gratuities; airport taxes; passports; visas; insurance of any kind (strongly recommended); excess baggage; personal items; medical costs; costs of hospitalization; additional expenses arising from the delay or extension of a trip due to causes beyond the operator’s control.

Payment & Cancellation

In order to confirm this trip, a nonrefundable charter deposit of 25% of the total trip cost is required at the time of booking. A second deposit of 25% of the total trip cost is due January 1 of year of departure. Bookings made after January 1 of year of departure require a deposit of 50% of total fare. The balance of the trip price is due 90 days before the departure date. Guests who must cancel their charter for any reason must do so in writing. All payments are non-refundable.

Terms & Conditions

This trip is subject to AdventureSmith Explorations’ Terms and Conditions. Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions. A Traveler Information Form, which includes a release of liability, must be completed and signed by all travelers. Your Adventure Specialist will send you a unique link to complete this form along with a packing list and extensive pre-departure and travel insurance information upon booking confirmation.

Arrival & Departure

Arrival and departure will depend on the ports of embarkation and disembarkation. Typically the Alaskan Story embarks at 11:00am on the day of embarkation and disembarks around 11:00am on Day 7. We highly recommend arriving one day prior to your trip start date in case of any flight delay, cancellation or lost luggage issues.

Activities

Whether you are looking for light activity options or more challenging outdoor pursuits, the ship’s crew can tailor most excursions to suit your skill level. Adventure activities may include guided hiking and beachcombing, sea kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, skiff excursions, wildlife viewing, bird watching, glacier viewing, whale watching, hot springs, fishing (Alaska fishing license required), shrimping and crabbing. Activities are designed to take advantage of local weather and wildlife conditions and are based on the interests and ability of the group.

Families & Children

The Alaskan Story is perfect for family charter cruises. Kids 17 years and younger are welcomed aboard all departure dates but must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Travel Insurance

Protect your travel investment with insurance. Our partners at Travelex Insurance offer a variety of plans and policies to fit every trip and budget. For best value and coverage for pre-existing medical conditions, consider purchasing a policy at time of booking. Learn more about travel insurance or get a free quote.

Itinerary Notes

Use this itinerary as a guide only. The Alaskan Story is available by charter only. Speak with one of AdventureSmith’s Adventure Specialists to determine the custom itinerary and embarkation/disembarkation ports on your private Alaska cruise.

Rates & Dates

Cruise Rates & Details

2025 & 2026: 4 people $46,000, and $6,000 per additional person up to 8 total.

Charters available weekly late March through mid-September, with select dates for Glacier Bay.

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Alaskan Story

The 8-guest Alaskan Story yacht offers customizable charters in southeast Alaska. Come aboard this thoughtfully designed, Alaskan-crewed yacht for options including fishing, paddling, hiking and wildlife viewing.

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