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The Great Land, where time stands still

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Explore untamed wilderness with Alaska shore excursions

Feel like a local with our unique land and shore excursions that give you a taste of true Alaska life. From the historical fortunes of the Klondike Gold Rush to the glacial treasures of the Inside Passage, get up close to the Great Land’s famous riches and best kept secrets.

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    Adventure

    There’s a reason it’s called the Great Land — including its great outdoors. Get up close to renowned glaciers on a flightseeing tour, zipline through Tongass National Forest and hike along the mountainside of Ketchikan’s Deer Mountain Trail which takes you 3,000 feet above sea level. Whether you prefer to traverse by land, sea or air, our cruise excursions in Alaska will bring you on a wild ride.

  • Alaska - Denali Park

    Overlands & overnights

    Home to the highest mountain in North America, Denali National Park is brimming with magnificence. Search for the Big Five — grizzly bears, Dall sheep, wolves, caribou and moose — while on a bus tour in the park. Most Princess Alaska cruisetours include a tour into Denali National Park.

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    Nature & Wildlife

    Alaska is teeming with wildlife. See the Great Land’s most famous animals — like humpback whales — on our Alaska shore excursions. Marvel at bald eagles in their natural habitats while in Ketchikan. See humpbacks play alongside sea lions in Juneau. Or keep a lookout for Denali National Park’s Big Five — including moose, caribou, grizzly bears, wolves and Dall sheep — while on a bus tour in the park.

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    Flightseeing

    Glaciers are the epitome of Alaska. Sailing past them is a sensory experience that inspires both the mind and heart. Watch as Hubbard Glacier calves into the water and listen for the rumble of “white thunder” that it leaves in its path. Land by helicopter on top of Mendenhall Glacier, and feel its strong roots beneath you. Or navigate its rugged terrain by way of flightseeing or dogsled with our Alaska shore excursions.

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    Fishing

    With waters as prosperous as the treasures on land, discover what lies below the surface on our Alaska cruise excursions that take you out to sea. Hear thrilling tales from members of the award-winning TV series Deadliest Catch. Or learn to fly fish from an expert guide. As a part of our unique culinary experience, Cook My Catch, bring your fresh-caught fish on board and have our chefs prepare it for your dinner.

  • Alaska Native Heritage Center

    Culture & History

    The Great Land was built on a strong culture. On our Alaska shore excursions, step back in time to learn how these traditions came to fruition and how they're practiced today. Attend a lumberjack axe-throwing competition, watch a Native dance performance and excite your taste buds at a salmon bake with locals. Or watch a craftsmen thoughtfully carve totem poles at a Native Alaskan village.

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    Sightseeing

    There’s a world of sights to be seen in the Great Land and our Alaska cruise excursions give you a front-row seat to it all. Bring history books to life when you tour Skagway, the former gateway to the gold rush, and visit Gold Dredge 8 in Fairbanks to learn even more about mining. Travel along the White Pass & Yukon Route Railway, or aboard a riverboat sternwheeler for sweeping views of Alaska’s greatest treasures.

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    Gold rush history

    Strike it rich on any of our cruise excursions in Alaska where you can pan for gold like the many treasure hunters before you. Tour mining camps and meet experienced miners. Visit a restored saloon to craft cocktails from age-old recipes. Or board a gold rush-era train that takes you through Yukon territory and brings you up close to some of Alaska's most historical sites.

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Alaska, straight from the experts

Go behind the scenes with the locals and guides who know Alaska best. From glacier-carved fjords to wildlife-rich coastlines, our video series shows you what to expect, and why Princess has been the way to see it for over 55 years.

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    Local Connections: Whale watching & Mendenhall Glacier photo safari designed by Alaskan photographer

    Capture the wonders of Alaska, from spectacular glaciers to guaranteed whale sightings (during peak season) on this small-group photography excursion lead by a professional instructor and designed by local photographer Cam Bynes. From a guided walk at the Mendenhall Glacier to specially designed safari vessels, you'll receive expert natural-history interpretation while picking up tips and techniques to enhance your images.

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    Taku Lodge Feast & Five Glaciers by Seaplane

    Lift off from the Juneau waterfront in a vintage DeHavilland Otter floatplane for a thrilling 40-minute narrated flight over five breathtaking glaciers, with a window seat for everyone and unrestricted views of rainforest, waterfalls, snow-capped peaks and azure meltwater pools. Touch down on the Taku River, your very own “runway,” at the historic Taku Glacier Lodge, built in 1923 and set across from Hole-in-the-Wall Glacier, then dig into an all-you-can-eat feast of wild Alaska salmon with homemade sides and drinks cooled with glacier ice. Between your hosts’ colorful stories, a guided forest walk or a seat by the crackling fire.

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  • White Pass Rail Bennett Lake & Yukon Adventure created by train historian

    Local Connections: White Pass Rail Bennett Lake & Yukon Adventure created by train historian

    The wilderness beckons you with a 67-mile journey aboard the White Pass Railroad to remote Bennett Lake on an excursion created by train historian Doreen Cooper. Explore this abandoned, gold rush town on a self-guided walk and visit the White Pass Museum.

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    Local Connections: Deadliest Catch Crab Fishermen's Tour Created by Captain David Lethin

    This award-winning, 3-hour cruise aboard the Aleutian Ballad from season two of the TV series “Deadliest Catch” reveals the fascinating world of commercial fisherman. Get up close with crabs and octopus and view abundant wildlife amid stunning scenery. It’s fun for the whole family as you explore in calm, sheltered waters.

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  • Ketchikan photosafari with nature photographer

    Local Connections: Ketchikan Photo Safari with Nature Photographer

    Calling all photographers. Join in a small photo safari and focus on Ketchikan’s stunning beauty and the chance of wildlife encounters. Led by a professional guide, you'll receive expert natural-history interpretation while picking up tips and techniques to enhance your images.

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  • Wood-carved totems of the Jamestown SKlallam Tribe are nestled in a lush valley overlooking Sequim Bay, northwest of Seattle, Washington, USA.

    Alaska Bear Adventure & Flight

    Soar over the Alaska wilderness on a 25-minute floatplane flight to Traitors Cove in Tongass National Forest, with a guaranteed window seat for sweeping views the whole way. After touching down, follow your guide/naturalist to a viewing platform in a protected, limited-access area, where you’ll spend almost an hour watching black bears feast on spawning salmon as eagles keep watch from the treetops (wildlife sightings aren’t guaranteed, so keep your camera ready). Then it’s back in the air for a scenic return flight and a relaxing ride to the pier, with unforgettable memories in tow.

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  • Glacier Bay humpback whales

    Local Connections: Discover Alaska's Whales - A Small-Group Experience Created by Alaskan Captain

    Have a whale of a time aboard a research vessel in search of humpback whales on an experience created by local captain and naturalist Bob Janes. Have your camera ready as you get up close to these gentle creatures in their natural habitat. Be on the lookout for sea lions, orcas and seals while helping to contribute to ongoing research programs.

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  • Observatory & City Highlights Developed by Astronomer

    Local Connections: Center of the Universe Observatory & City Highlights Developed by Astronomer

    An outer-worldly experience awaits at the Center of the Universe Observatory, where the wonders of the Cosmos are explored through interactive exhibits. Visit the planetarium, developed by local astronomer James Hesser, and engage in space-age conversation with your knowledgeable guide. There is much to see and do at this compact astronomy center. A city drive completes the evening.

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Princess Shore Excursions give you the most adventure, immersion and enjoyment for your money. And if you book before you sail, you save big.

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Watch brown bears fish for salmon from the safety of a guided viewing platform on your Alaska bear-viewing excursion.
Sail past snow-capped peaks and glacier-carved shores aboard Sun Princess in Alaska.
Sail past snow-capped peaks and glacier-carved shores aboard Sun Princess in Alaska.

Priority starts, protected returns

Your time in port is precious and should be entirely stress-free from start to finish. Enjoy priority debarkation to maximize your time ashore — which is especially valuable in water-shuttle ports. Best of all, you can explore with absolute peace of mind knowing your ship will never leave without you*, a guaranteed return-to-ship promise no independent operator can match.


*There are times when a ship must adhere to schedule, but in those instances, we guarantee your safe transport to the next port.

Curated for quality

We only partner with the best and make sure all our tour providers are vetted and insured and all guides licensed and certified.

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Soar over glaciers and mountain wilderness on a floatplane excursion in Alaska.

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    Princess EZAir® Flights

    Remove the hassle from air travel and give yourself the gift of flexibility, time, and a thicker wallet with Princess EZair® flights. We negotiate lower rates with the airline, allow you to book early and pay later with no penalty, and protect you if your flight is late or canceled. Princess EZair flight quotes are available on our cruise search result details pages. Please note: Princess EZair® is only available in certain markets.

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    Let Princess pick you up from the airport and take you directly to your ship or hotel when you arrive, even if you didn't book your airfare through us. A uniformed Princess representative meets you at the airport after you've retrieved your luggage and transports you directly to your ship or hotel without you having to worry about the logistics of navigating a new city.

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    Cruise Plus Hotel Packages

    Extend your cruise vacation and simplify your travel plans with a hotel stay at the beginning or end of your cruise. With a Cruise Plus Hotel Package, a Princess representative meets you at the airport and pier, transporting you to and from your hotel. The package includes the cost of your hotel stay, transportation, luggage handling and the representative’s services.

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