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Choose your Alaska Cruise
Every Alaska cruise tells its own story. Chase glaciers on a 7-night Alaska Adventure, soak in classic, seasonal scenery on 7-night Alaska Experience, or wind through the Inside Passage. Craving more time in the wild? Alaska Cruisetours pair your 7-night cruise with a 2-6 night land journey into Denali National Park and Alaska's untamed Interior. However you explore, the Last Frontier is calling.
Alaska Cruisetours
- 2-6-night land tour, plus 7-night cruise
- One-way cruise from Vancouver or Seward
- Visit Hubbard Glacier
- Denali National Park experience
- Overnight land stays in authentic Alaska lodges
- Dedicated local Adventure Guides
Alaska Adventure
- 7-night cruise only
- Roundtrip from Seattle
- Sailing June thru August
- Visit Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier
Alaska Experience
- 7-night cruise only
- Roundtrip from Seattle
- Sailing May and September
- Classic seasonal Alaska sailings
South-Side Escapes From Barbados
When it comes to exotic island sights, the southern Caribbean never disappoints. Discover some of its top-rated isles — like laid-back Aruba and Curaçao, culture-rich St. Maarten and spellbinding St. Lucia — on seven-night adventures from Barbados onboard Grandeur of the Seas®.
Itinerary:
• Bridgetown, Barbados
• Cruising
• Oranjestad, Aruba
• Willemstad, Curacao
• Cruising
• Philipsburg, St. Marteen
• Castries, St. Lucia
• Bridgetown, Barbados
Alaska Inside Passage
- 7-night cruise only
- Roundtrip from Vancouver
- Sailing May thru September
- Marvel at the beauty of Alaska's Inside Passage
ALASKA DEPARTURE PORTS
Choose from three lively ports to kick off your once-in-a-lifetime adventure to Alaska. Cruise from vibrant Seattle to visit ports like Skagway where you can dine like royalty on king crab. Go from sightseeing in bustling Vancouver to wildlife spotting in Juneau. Or jumpstart your Cruisetour travels from Seward to the Hubbard Glacier on your coolest vacation yet.
ALASKA PORT HIGHLIGHTS
Consider your Alaska bucket list conquered at the best Alaska cruise ports. Traveling back in time to the era of The Gold Rush in Skagway? Check. Kayaking with sea otters in Sitka? Done. Set your eyes on the largest tidewater glacier in North America, Hubbard Glacier. Or for longer Alaska cruise itineraries, trek into Alaska’s Denali National Park, on a Cruisetour before or after your cruise. Cross all these once-in-a-lifetime experiences off your list on one unforgettable journey with Royal Caribbean®.
JUNEAU
Juneau is known for its snowcapped mountains, misty rainforests, massive glaciers and bounty of wildlife. The city’s picturesque downtown area offers bars that date from the mining era, boutique shops and storied landmarks. For a taste of outdoor thrills, you can take your pick of activities ranging from whale watching in Auke Bay Harbor to tundra trekking over Mendenhall Glacier.
KETCHIKAN
Ketchikan is known for being a great place to sample local culture, as it is home to three Indigenous tribes. You’ll see it in the colorful, hand-carved totems that line the city’s streets and parks. If you want to get up close to nature, venture into the Tongass National Forest, the largest in the United States, where you can catch a glimpse of local wildlife like bears, eagles and wolves.
SKAGWAY
Skagway was once known for being the starting point for gold stampeders heading for the promised land of the Yukon. Embark on the trail of the fortune seekers on a vintage train ride with dramatic, sweeping views at every turn. Trek through the dense rainforest and windswept valleys of Chilkoot Trail and follow in the footsteps of Klondike pioneers. Or stroll the charming downtown streets studded with historical buildings.
SITKA
Sitka truly offers the best of Alaska. Its small-town appeal stems from a unique blend of Russian, Tlingit and American history. This is off-the-path Alaska, where you can kayak Sitka Sound alongside swimming sea otters or fly fish for the world’s biggest halibut. Whether it’s hiking Baranof Island trails or listening to tribal stories passed down for generations, in Sitka, the midnight sun never sets on adventure.
ALASKA SHORE EXCURSIONS
Max every moment on the Last Frontier with an Alaska Shore Excursion. Go kayaking in Sitka and encounter incredible wildlife like orange-beaked puffins and orca whale pods. Reach peak excitement racing across the magnificent Mendenhall Glacier on a dogsledding trek. Hear the commanding crack of calving ice collapsing into the fjord at Dawes Glacier. And soak up epic views of wilderness in every direction while riding a vintage train through White Pass. Once-in-a-lifetime awaits you on an Alaska adventure with Royal Caribbean®.
AWE-INSPIRING SIGHTSEEING IN ALASKA
Nobody does Alaska like Royal Caribbean®. Adventure like never before with once-in-a-lifetime Alaska cruise excursions – from sightseeing and dog sledding on Mendenhall Glacier, whale watching off Icy Strait Point, and exploring Denali National Park on a guided Cruisetour. Cross Alaska off your bucket list with the cruise line voted Best Overall by Travel Weekly readers for 23 years running.
Alaskan Wildlife
Calling all wildlife lovers — here’s your chance for face-to-face encounters with some fascinating Alaska locals. Watch massive whales breach and bob off the coast of Juneau. Paddle around the Tatoosh Islands for an unparalleled peek at playful otters, bald eagles soaring overhead, and rushing salmon headed for nesting waters. And be on the lookout for hulking bears as you hike through Herring Cove’s coastal rainforest.
Glaciers and Nature
Discover an unbelievable range of majestic landscapes — from lush, rolling forests to icy straits of surreal grandeur. Trek across Mendenhall Glacier for staggering vistas, unchanged for thousands of years. Journey through breathtaking mountain scenery on the narrow-gauge White Pass and Yukon Route railway. Hike through ‘the world’s longest outdoor museum’ on the Chilkoot Trail. And score bird’s-eye views of this magnificent territory via helicopter.
Alaskan Food and Culture
Journey into the past in quaint towns like historical Skagway, where snippets of the Klondike Gold Rush line the streets. Immerse yourself in Alaska’s vibrant Native history as you weave through towering, hand-carved totems in Ketchikan. And you can’t visit Alaska without visiting Denali National Park or indulging in a traditional salmon bake surrounded by rainforest. This is a culture quest that goes way off the grid.
THE BEST ALASKA CRUISE SHIPS
Enjoy action-packed thrills and plenty of ways to chill, both on land and at sea during your cruise. Admire breathtaking views from 300 feet above in the North Star® observation capsule. Catch a wave on the FlowRider® surf simulator or challenge your crew to Rock Climbing with a view. Plus, indulge in world-class dining and wow-worthy entertainment.
WHAT TO KNOW
BEFORE YOU GO
Alaska Cruises Insider
Answer the call of the wild and go all out in Alaska. But before you do, be sure to check out our helpful resources packed with everything you need to know to max out memories in Alaska. Get tips on what to pack, how to choose your perfect stateroom onboard, useful planning insights and more.
RELATED PORTS
Whether you're interested in hiking through a forest, trekking to glaciers or a shopping spree downtown, the towns along Alaska's inside passage provide a variety of adventurous activities. Alaska cruise ports such as Juneau and Ketchikan are small cities with their own personalities. Anchorage is the state's largest city and a gateway to the rest of the state. Denali National Park takes you out of the city altogether, into a wilderness full of spruce forests and snow-capped mountain peaks.
Alaska Cruise FAQs
Planning an Alaska adventure? Find answers to common Alaska cruise questions, from choosing the right itinerary to packing tips and travel requirements.
The Inside Passage features calmer waters, coastal scenery and roundtrip sailings from Vancouver. The Gulf of Alaska is typically a one-way voyage between Vancouver and Seward, offering deeper exploration, additional glacier viewing and access to Alaska Cruisetours.
The most popular Alaska cruise itinerary is the seven-night Alaska Inside Passage . This itinerary departs from Vancouver and awes explorers with miles and miles of wildlife-dotted fjords, tidewater glaciers, and vibrant forest scenery along the Pacific coast.
For the most glacier viewing, choose an Alaska & Hubbard Glacier itinerary. These one-way sailings between Vancouver and Seward showcase the towering Hubbard Glacier , while Alaska Adventure cruises offer roundtrip sailings from Seattle and unforgettable views of Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier.
A seven-night Alaska cruise is perfect for experiencing glaciers, wildlife and iconic ports. For even more adventure, choose an Alaska Cruisetours, which combines a seven-night cruise with a two-to-six-night land tour that includes Denali National Park, authentic Alaska lodges, local adventure guides, and more.
June through August offers the best combination of mild weather, long daylight hours and peak wildlife viewing. September is also popular for vibrant fall colors and potential Northern Lights sightings.
A valid passport is strongly recommended. Requirements vary by itinerary and citizenship, so always review the latest travel documentation requirements before your cruise.
Pack layers for changing conditions, including a waterproof jacket, warm fleece, comfortable walking shoes and outdoor accessories like sunglasses and binoculars. Being prepared for both sunshine and cool glacier viewing days ensures a more comfortable adventure.
View our Alaska cruise packing list.
