
Cruise region
Pacific Coast USA
A Pacific Coast cruise links the great cities of America's west coast with British Columbia, from Los Angeles and San Francisco to Victoria and Vancouver. Short sailings make it easy to add to a California road trip or an Alaska holiday. Highlights include the Golden Gate Bridge and the gardens of Victoria.
Best time to go
Season
Typical daytime highs
- California (spring and autumn). Typical daytime highs around 20 to 26°C in California in spring and autumn. Mild and sunny.
- Pacific Northwest (summer). Typical daytime highs around 21 to 26°C in the Pacific Northwest in summer. Warm and fairly dry.
- Pacific Northwest (spring and autumn). Typical daytime highs around 12 to 18°C in the Pacific Northwest in spring and autumn. Cool, with showers.
These are typical ranges, not a forecast.
How long
Fly-cruise airports
- Los Angeles International (LAX). about 11 hours
- San Francisco International (SFO). about 11 hours
- Vancouver International (YVR). about 9 hours 30 minutes to 10 hours
Who it suits
Questions
How long are Pacific Coast cruises?
Most are short, typically 2 to 5 nights.
Can I add a Pacific Coast cruise to an Alaska holiday?
Yes. These sailings often run as ships move to and from the Alaska season.
Ports and places
Los Angeles
A pre- or post-cruise stay for Hollywood, Santa Monica and Griffith Observatory.
View 4 cruises featuring Los AngelesSan Francisco
See the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and the cable cars.
View 4 cruises featuring San FranciscoVictoria (British Columbia)
See the Butchart Gardens and the elegant Inner Harbour.
View 4 cruises featuring VictoriaVancouver
A pre- or post-cruise stay for Stanley Park and Granville Island.
View 4 cruises featuring VancouverAstoria (Oregon)
A historic town at the mouth of the Columbia River.
View 1 cruise featuring Astoria
