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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

April to October for the most settled weather. Many sailings run in spring and autumn as ships move between Alaska and Mexico.

Season

Mainly spring and autumn.

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

Usually 2 to 5 nights.

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

Road trippers, city lovers and anyone adding a short cruise to a west coast or Alaska holiday.

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.

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