What’s Included In Alaskan Cruisetours

All Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruisetours provide an unforgettable cruise vacation plus a tour into Denali National Park. You can also choose from an array of additional activities or take advantage of the opportunity to explore the Last Frontier on your own.

Here’s a quick peek at what makes Royal Caribbean Cruisetours utterly unforgettable:

Deluxe Transportation

A highlight of every Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruisetour is a journey on the Wilderness Express. This luxurious glass-domed railcar provides roomy leather seating and 360-degree views of gorgeous Alaskan nature, from railside wildflowers to ice-capped peaks.

Local Guides

Royal Caribbean Cruisetours are guided by passionate Adventure Guides sharing the Alaska they love along with a glacier-sized dose of insider intel. A dedicated motorcoach driver safely transports guests and their luggage between lodges.

Incredible Ships

The best Alaska Cruisetour starts with the best cruise ship. The newly Amplified Ovation of the Seas® can certainly take a bow.

Soar as high as the Alaskan eagles on the North Star® for serious scenery scoping and prep your hiking muscles on the rock climbing wall or with a few spins around the roller-skating arena. Release your inner mountain goat going head-to-head on the bumper cars, before feasting on a festival of flavors at one of 16 eateries— a variety sure to satisfy even a grizzly’s appetite. Steamy whirlpools will soothe post-glacier viewing chills, with several heated pools (including one for adults-only in the Solarium) awaiting humpback-inspired dips and flips.

For Multi-Generational Family Adventurers

Adventuring with a multi-gen family maxing the Alaska adventure on a shorter timeframe? Try a 10-night itinerary with possible experiences like:

● Unique stays: Denali Park Village, Pike’s Waterfront Lodge, Amplified Ovation of the Seas.

● Ways to play: Pan for treasure at Gold Dredge 8 Mining, learn about Native Culture at the Museum of the North.

● Bucket list alert: Fly on a bush plane into the Arctic Circle.

For Mature Travelers

Looking for a shorter but thoughtful Alaska Cruisetour itinerary, ideal for mature travelers? Look for a 10-night itinerary that may include:

● Unique stays: Grizzly Bear Resort, the Amplified Ovation of the Seas.

● Ways to play: Urban trails and nightlife of Anchorage, Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise, enjoy a craft beer in “Northern Exposure”-inspiration Talkeetna.

● Bucket list alert: Flightseeing in Denali with a glacier landing.

For Families with Kids

Keeping kids and teens happy is easy with Cruisetour activities in the wild! An 11-night adventure with these experiences might be the right fit:

● Unique stays: Denali Park Village, Pike’s Waterfront Lodge, Amplified Ovation of the Seas.

● Ways to play: Ride the Wilderness Express to Fairbanks— one of the best spots for Northern Lights luck, Cruise the Chena River on an old-fashioned stern wheeler, enjoy a traditional salmon bake.

● Bucket list alert: Fly into the Arctic Circle to visit a remote northern settlement.

For Extreme Explorers

Amp up your Alaska adventure with extreme experiences only a wild rugged land like this could provide. Check a 12-night expedition that may include:

● Unique stays: Seward Windsong Lodge, Denali Park Village, Sophie’s Station Suites, the Amplified Ovation of the Seas.

● Ways to play: Meet champs at a dogsledding camp on the Chena River sternwheeler cruise, fly into remote Arctic Circle regions on a bush plane, nosh off a fisherman’s catch right from their boat before hitting the Anchorage nightlife, spot humpback and orcas on the Resurrection Bay Wildlife Cruise, bike along urban trains or sip local brews under the (cross fingers) magic of the aurora borealis.

● Bucket list alert: Take a helicopter tour over otherworldly bright blue lakes of melting glacier water.

For Tranquil Sightseers

For a mountain of Alaskan natural beauty, opt for a slower-paced, 13-night itinerary including:

● Unique stays: Seward Windsong Lodge, Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, Denali Park Village, Pike’s Waterfront Lodge, Amplified Ovation of the Seas.

● Ways to play: Spot tundra wildlife on the Denali Natural History Tour, step back in time on a Chena River sternwheeler cruise, enjoy ranger-guided nature strolls, whale (and bird — hello puffins and bald eagles!) watch on the Resurrection Bay Wildlife Cruise, bike along the Cook Inlet waterfront or flyfish in Alaska streams and rivers.

● Bucket list alert: Flightsee up to North America's tallest peak, which stands at 17,000ft.

Choose Your Timing

● Early summer: You’ll find orcas, humpbacks, just-roused bears, roaring whitewater rafting and dog-sledding on glaciers.

● Mid-summer: Enjoy great fishing and warmer hikes, water activities and totem trail walking tours.

● Late summer/early fall: If you’re hoping for smaller crowds, vibrant foliage, aurora borealis sightings and more wildlife, this timing is for you.

Remember to choose Alaskan Cruisetour excursions early and consider back-up fun for days when weather could affect plans.

Pack Wisely

● Layers! You’ll encounter snow, ice and surprisingly warm weather in Alaska — often in the same day.

● Cameras and binoculars can help capture the magic.

● Pack a poncho, hat and gloves even in July and shoes for the wealth of free hiking right off the ship or lodge doors.

● Light-sensitive snoozers will love a sleep mask in this land of the midnight sun.

Plan Your Itinerary

Consider your crew’s interests, but be open to new experiences. Alaska serves up unexpected once-in-a-lifetime adventures on its Cruisetours.

Don’t forget to keep your whole crew happy with plenty of action to fill the long Alaska days. Consider size, departure port and whether the ship offers cruises or Alaska Cruisetours.