Alaska Cruises

4 ports · 7-14 nights

Best Time May to SeptemberCruise Length 7-14 nightsPorts 4

About Alaska Cruises

Alaska cruises offer breathtaking glaciers, incredible wildlife, and frontier towns. Experience the Inside Passage, Glacier Bay, and ports like Juneau, Ketchikan, and Skagway during the summer cruise season.

Why Cruise Alaska

  • Majestic glaciers and fjords
  • Whale watching and wildlife
  • Gold Rush history
  • Native Alaskan culture
  • Pristine wilderness
  • Midnight sun in summer

Best For

Nature loversAdventure seekersWildlife enthusiastsPhotographers

Popular Ports

Juneau

USA

Best: May, June

Alaska's capital city, accessible only by sea or air, surrounded by stunning Mendenhall Glacier.

Highlights

Mendenhall GlacierWhale watchingMount Roberts TramwayRed Dog Saloon

Best For

Nature loversAdventure seekersWhale watchers

Ketchikan

USA

Best: May, June

The "Salmon Capital of the World" known for totem poles and stunning rainforest.

Highlights

Totem Bight State ParkCreek StreetMisty FjordsLumberjack Show

Best For

Culture seekersFishermenNature lovers

Skagway

USA

Best: May, June

A well-preserved Gold Rush town with historic buildings and the famous White Pass Railway.

Highlights

White Pass & Yukon Route RailwayKlondike Gold Rush NHPHistoric downtownChilkoot Trail

Best For

History buffsTrain enthusiastsHikers

Glacier Bay National Park

USA

Best: June, July

A UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring massive tidewater glaciers and abundant wildlife.

Highlights

Margerie GlacierJohns Hopkins GlacierWhale watchingPark rangers onboard

Best For

Nature loversWildlife enthusiastsPhotographers

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to cruise Alaska?

The best time to cruise Alaska is May to September. During this period you can expect the best weather and optimal conditions for shore excursions and outdoor activities.

What ports are in Alaska?

Alaska cruise itineraries typically include ports such as Juneau, Ketchikan, Skagway, Glacier Bay National Park. Each port offers unique shore excursion opportunities.

Which cruise lines sail to Alaska?

Popular cruise lines sailing to Alaska include Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line. Itineraries typically range 7-14 nights.

What is Alaska cruising best for?

Alaska cruises are ideal for nature lovers, adventure seekers, wildlife enthusiasts, photographers. Highlights include majestic glaciers and fjords, whale watching and wildlife, gold rush history.