Brilliant Lady’s Alaska Summer 2028 Season: Pre-Register Now
Virgin Voyages has announced its Alaska Summer 2028 cruises, featuring Brilliant Lady sailings from Seattle and Vancouver, including scenic glaciers.
Virgin Voyages has released its Alaska Summer 2028 cruise schedule, with Brilliant Lady returning for another season of voyages through the Inside Passage and Alaska’s glaciers. The new itineraries are include departures scheduled between May and September 2028.
The season includes a mixture of 7-night round-trip cruises from Seattle and longer voyages lasting up to 12 nights. Sailors can explore destinations including Juneau, Skagway, Sitka, Ketchikan and Haines, alongside scenic cruising through Hubbard Glacier, Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier.
Brilliant Lady Alaska Summer 2028 Itineraries
Brilliant Lady’s Alaska season begins on May 1, 2028, with a 10-night voyage from Vancouver to Seattle. The ship will then operate primarily from Seattle, with 7-night Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords cruises making up most of the summer schedule.
There are also several longer options, including a 12-night sailing on July 13 and a 9-night departure on July 25. Both feature Hubbard Glacier, while the final sailing of the season departs Seattle on September 7 and finishes in Vancouver.
There is also a notable gap in Brilliant Lady’s schedule between early March and May 2028, a period typically reserved for the ship’s Los Angeles and West Coast sailings. Further itineraries are expected to fill this gap shortly, so stay tuned for more information 👀.
Alaska Summer 2028 Full Cruise Schedule
All announced Alaska Summer 2028 voyages are on pre register now. Sailors can explore the itineraries and book through VV Insider using the links below for exclusive perks. Voyages go on sale November 12th 2026.
Note: Every sailing travels through the Inside Passage along the way.
| Date | Itinerary | No. of Nights | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2028 | Alaska: Hubbard, Inside Passage & Juneau | 10 | Vancouver, Sea Day, Juneau, Skagway, Sitka, Hubbard Glacier, Icy Strait Point, Ketchikan, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| May 11, 2028 | Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords | 7 | Seattle, Sea Day, Ketchikan, Sitka, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| May 18, 2028 | Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords | 7 | Seattle, Sea Day, Ketchikan, Sitka, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| May 25, 2028 | Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords | 7 | Seattle, Sea Day, Ketchikan, Sitka, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| June 1, 2028 | Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords | 7 | Seattle, Sea Day, Ketchikan, Sitka, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| June 8, 2028 | Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords | 7 | Seattle, Sea Day, Ketchikan, Sitka, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| June 15, 2028 | Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords | 7 | Seattle, Sea Day, Ketchikan, Sitka, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| June 22, 2028 | Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords | 7 | Seattle, Sea Day, Ketchikan, Sitka, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| June 29, 2028 | Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords | 7 | Seattle, Sea Day, Ketchikan, Sitka, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| July 6, 2028 | Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords | 7 | Seattle, Sea Day, Ketchikan, Sitka, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| July 13, 2028 | Alaska: Hubbard, Inside Passage & Juneau | 12 | Seattle, Sea Day, Ketchikan, Sitka, Icy Strait Point, Hubbard Glacier, Haines, Juneau, Skagway, Sea Day, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| July 25, 2028 | Alaska: Hubbard Glacier & Inside Passage | 9 | Seattle, Sea Day, Sitka, Hubbard Glacier, Haines, Icy Strait Point, Ketchikan, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| August 3, 2028 | Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords | 7 | Seattle, Sea Day, Ketchikan, Sitka, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| August 10, 2028 | Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords | 7 | Seattle, Sea Day, Ketchikan, Sitka, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| August 17, 2028 | Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords | 7 | Seattle, Sea Day, Ketchikan, Sitka, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| August 24, 2028 | Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords | 7 | Seattle, Sea Day, Ketchikan, Sitka, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| August 31, 2028 | Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords | 7 | Seattle, Sea Day, Ketchikan, Sitka, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Sea Day, Victoria, Seattle |
| September 7, 2028 | Alaska: Seattle to Vancouver | 7 | Seattle, Sea Day, Ketchikan, Sitka, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Sea Day, Victoria, Vancouver |
What to Expect From Virgin Voyages in Alaska
Virgin Voyages introduced several experiences specifically for Brilliant Lady’s first Alaska season, including new onboard entertainment, Alaska-inspired dining and expert-led programming. These additions were designed around the destination, offering sailors a different experience from the cruise line’s usual Caribbean and Mediterranean voyages.
For a closer look at what’s available onboard, our complete guide to Virgin Voyages in Alaska covers the new Happenings, dining experiences, entertainment, excursions and more.
We’ve also shared our own experiences sailing to Alaska, including what worked well and what surprised us. Watch our Virgin Voyages Alaska: The Pros, Cons & What Surprised Us video for a closer look at the itinerary, shore excursions and how Alaska compares with destinations such as Norway.
Book with VV Insider
Sailors can explore the available Alaska 2028 voyages and book through VV Insider to receive up to $200 Sail Forward Loot per eligible sailing, as well as access to The Red Diamond Club.
