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ALASKA CRUISES AND CRUISETOURS
Alaska cruises 
with Princess—
the way to Alaska

Sail with the #1 Alaska cruise line* and experience glaciers, national parks, and wildlife with Princess—the only way to truly see the Great Land.

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Majestic Princess: 59.6704° N, 139.8591° W

Check the Alaska must sees off your list in 2024

You can experience it all when you travel by sea, land, and rail with Princess.

Monumental glaciers

Seize your chance to witness these stunning formations as they rumble towards the coast—Alaska has the most glaciers in the U.S., and your ship brings them into easy view. 

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View of Yakutat Bay glaciers from Crown Princess
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Authorized concessioner of Glacier Bay National Park

Princess is among the few cruise lines able to bring guests up close to this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Park rangers come aboard to provide commentary and answer questions. 

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The Northern Lights, Juneau. September is the best month to see the Northern Lights in Alaska while cruising

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national park excursions

5 epic national parks

Our Alaska cruises and cruisetours take you to five national parks, with excursions that bring you up close to wildlife and historic landmarks.

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Mount Denali, Denali National Park and Preserve

No. 1 Cruiseline in Alaska

Our experience is proven with over 18 industry awards and the most passengers served in Alaska.

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Humpback fluke, Juneau 
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Brown bear salmon fishing, Katmai National Park

Iconic wildlife

Even if you don’t know the Big 5 by heart, you’ll have the chance to see whales, bears, caribou, and more on your Alaska cruise.

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Wildlife photography guide

Be ready to capture the perfect moment with our Alaska photography tips.

Alaska landscape and photography tips

You can look at all of the pictures you want of Alaska—the glaciers, the eagles. Until that’s right there, you are not going to get that heartfelt part of it.” 

– Andy, engineer

See Alaska by 
sea, land, and rail when you book 
a cruisetour

A cruisetour lets you explore inland and stay in our luxury lodging at the beginning or end of your trip. Explore our range of more than 25 unique cruisetours to create your perfect Alaska vacation.

Cruisetours
What is a cruisetour?

Cruisetours are like cruises with that extra “wow.” A cruisetour simply means you start or end your cruise with a land extension – striking a balance between adventure and relaxation on your Alaska cruise ship.

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Explore Alaska by Princess

12-Day Off The Beaten Path

  • 3 Ports

  • 2 Scenic cruising days

  • 5 Nights on land

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Vancouver

DAY 11

Sea Day

DAY 10

Ketchikan

DAY 9

Juneau, AK

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Skagway

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Glacier Bay National Park

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College Fjord

Whittier

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Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge

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Anchorage

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Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge

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Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge

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Fairbanks Princess Wilderness Lodge

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One-day Alaska cruise spotlight: Juneau

Imagine your day in port, taking a shore excursion to meet locals and take in the sights.

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    10:15 a.m. Touch down at dog sled camp

    Meet professional mushers and their dogs, and experience the thrill of zipping across the snow pack of the Mendenhall Glacier behind a team of huskies.

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    10:00 a.m. Excursion: Dog Sledding on the Mendenhall Glacier by Helicopter

    Board your helicopter for a breathtaking flight over spectacular ice falls and rock formations.

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    8:00 a.m. Arrive

    Wake up as your ship docks in port. Take your first look at the city nestled at the foot of majestic snow-capped mountains.

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    12:00 p.m. Scenic bus tour

    Take in the landscape as you ride back to the Alaska cruise ship pier in Juneau.

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    11:30 a.m. Warm farewell

    Cuddle the camp puppies and snap a few photos before re-boarding your helicopter.

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    12:30 p.m. Grab lunch in town after your excursion ends

    Feast on local flavors at one of the many restaurants in downtown Juneau.

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    2:30-5:00 p.m. Mt Roberts attractions

    Explore the trails, shops and nature displays high above the town.

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    2:00 p.m. Take a spectacular ride on the Juneau Tram

    Take a five-minute tram ride to the top of Mt Roberts for a panoramic view, 1,800 feet above the city.

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    5:15 p.m. Return to the pier

    Ride the tram back down to Juneau. Your Alaska cruise ship is just a few steps away.

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    7:00 p.m. Unwind at Vines Wine Bar

    Recap the day as you sample your ship’s extensive collection of wines.

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Alaska cruise excursions for every interest and family member

Whether you’re jazzed about getting up close to glaciers or ready to follow in the steps of the gold rush, you can follow your passions in Alaska.

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    Discover the Birds of Hoonah

    Whether you're an avid ornithologist, a casual birdwatcher, a nature photographer or just crave to try something different in the great outdoors, this excursion, led by a local expert birder, takes small groups from the Alaska cruise to one location to another in a quest to find the best birding locations.
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    Whales & Wildlife Cruise

    Travel from your Alaska cruise to Point Adolphus, one of Alaska's premier whale-watching sites, where you're guaranteed to see one of these incredible creatures. You’ll learn about the marine life that congregates here each summer to feed in the waters, and about the wildlife you may see, including humpback and killer whales, Steller sea lions, harbor seals and bald eagles.
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    Birds, Bears & Barnacles

    Witness Alaska's remarkable animal kingdom with a half-day excursion from your Alaska cruise. See guaranteed bald eagles at the Alaska Raptor Center, brown bears at the Fortress of the Bear sanctuary and a menagerie of sea creatures at the Sitka Sound Science Center.
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Why Princess is best for Alaska

Princess has been taking guests to Alaska for more than half a century. Our exclusive access and seasoned expertise mean you can relax and enjoy the perfect Alaska trip.

Five private wilderness lodges

As a part of your Alaska cruisetour, explore and unwind with comforting amenities and breathtaking scenery.

Dedicated rail service

Our own glass-domed railcars take you into the heart of Alaska with easy cruisetour transfers.

Award-winning programming

Our immersive North to Alaska program brings local personalities, culture and food onboard and on land.

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Make our Alaskan salmon 
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Get a taste of our award-winning North to Alaska onboard program with one of our favorite recipes.

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Five convenient Alaska cruise departure ports

Sail round-trip to Alaska from San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, and Vancouver or one-way from the Anchorage cruise port.

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Seamless transfers

With coordinated flights, hotel packages, and airport pickups, you can rest easy knowing Princess will get you there.

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Flexible itinerary choices for 2024-2025

Sail round-trip from the port of your choice. Or, take a cruisetour one way over land and sea.

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Set sail with 2024’s 
top-rated Alaska cruise line

Travelers and experts agree; the best Alaska cruise is a Princess Cruise.

“[Princess’] wide selection of cruisetours includes independent adventures and off-the-beaten-path destinations…, Princess' special programming, North to Alaska, offers guests unique insights into the history and culture of the region.”

– US News & World Report

#1 cruise in Alaska*

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Get Alaska cruise advice from an expert

Our experts know Alaska inside and out, and they love to share their knowledge to help you plan the perfect trip.

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Paul Groves, Alaska Guide Paul caught this 28lb rockfish at Clover Pass, Ketchikan

Book your Alaska cruise or cruisetour

See, live and breathe the real Alaska – through round-trip cruises, or one-way cruisetours with inland exploration.

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Popular Alaska cruisetours

Cruisetours are one-way trips that let you explore Alaska by land and sea. You can start your cruisetour with either the land or sea portion.

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Top picks for 7-day Alaska cruises

A one-week trip can still be jam-packed with captivating Alaska adventures. Take a look through our 7-day top rated Alaska cruises.

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Popular 10-day and 11-day Alaska cruises

Adding on a few extra days means more opportunity to experience the wonders of Alaska. View these 11 and 10 day Alaska cruises.

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