Alaska

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Cruise Alaska, the Last Frontier

There's no place like Alaska, one of the most breathtaking states in the U.S. Visiting Alaska may make you feel like you're visiting another country or maybe even another world. An Alaska cruise can take you through the Inside Passage, near the incredible Hubbard Glacier, or into Glacier Bay National Park. Alaska cruise packages can also include a tour or excursion on shore to the unique and beautiful Denali National Park.

People typically take an Alaska cruise from Vancouver, Seattle, or another Pacific coastal port, and some of the stops on your itinerary might include Skagway, Sitka, Ketchikan, Seward, or Juneau. Alaska cruise packages include many incredible destinations, but no matter where you go, you can count on seeing gorgeous glaciers, old Gold Rush towns, Native American culture, and stunning vistas of forests filled with incredible wildlife. Alaska is for the adventurous. Be bold and book your cruise with us today for the best price on an unforgettable adventure!

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TOP SHORE EXCURSIONS

Helicopter Glacier Discovery

$332

Take an exhilarating ride above the magnificent Skagway glaciers on this once in a lifetime Alaskan helicopter adventure.

Whales and Mendenhall Glacier

$175

Alaska's spectacular marine life and one of its best known glaciers all in a half day program on a boat holding a maximum of 40 guests.

Juneau City and Mendenhall Glacier

$75

This half day program will give you a city orientation and a visit to the Mendenhall Glacier and visitor's center.

Misty Fjords Flightseeing

$299

The Misty Fjords National Monument has been carved to impressive perfection by millions of years of glacial activity.

Skagway City and White Pass Summit

$67

Start with a tour of historic Skagway, and learn of its lawless days during the Klondike Gold Rush & enjoy the beautiful scenery of White Pass Summit.

The Totems of Ketchikan

$64

A visit to Saxman Native Village to see its Totem collection, totem carving and learn more about the Tlingit Indians.

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CALENDER

Cruise Lines	Oct 23	Mar 24	Apr 24	May 24	Jun 24	Jul 24	Aug 24	Sep 24
Carnival Cruise Line			$969	$679	$849	$899	$749
Celebrity Cruises				$299	$363	$499	$363	$659
Cunard Line				$1,439	$799	$799	$799
Disney Cruise Line		$872		$888	$1,918	$1,630	$1,561	$1,414
Holland America Line			$499	$404	$469	$679	$602	$649
Norwegian Cruise Line	$339		$449	$449	$449	$529	$449	$449
Oceania Cruises				$2,199	$2,299	$2,399	$3,299
Princess Cruises			$398	$398	$448	$498	$398	$698
Royal Caribbean Cruises			$577	$255	$342	$518	$387	$526
Seabourn Cruise Line		$16,754	$6,999	$3,894	$4,329	$4,214	$4,214
Silversea Cruises			$8,750	$4,050	$4,050	$5,050	$4,150	$5,550
Regent Seven Seas			$12,249	$3,799	$6,299	$5,599	$5,999
Viking Ocean Cruises				$6,599	$6,999	$6,999	$6,999	$7,299
Hurtigruten Expeditions				$4,062	$4,454	$8,216	$8,295	$7,434

WEATHER

Monthly Weather Averages

Temperature in Fahrenheit
Rain in Inches

Current Weather

Seward

81°F

Rain

Tuesday

86° 61°

Wednesday

71° 56°

Thursday

73° 53°

Friday

58° 44°

What to Know Before You Cruise to Alaska

What Is the Best Month to Cruise to Alaska?

Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
$255 USD	$332 USD	$843 USD	$1,650 USD
$407 USD	$490 USD	$1,156 USD	$2,653 USD
$441 USD	$600 USD	$1,224 USD	$2,228 USD
$628 USD	$818 USD	$1,472 USD	$2,758 USD
$546 USD	$759 USD	$1,528 USD	$3,038 USD
$578 USD	$858 USD	$1,919 USD	$3,048 USD
$518 USD	$798 USD	$1,793 USD	$3,128 USD
$478 USD	$638 USD	$1,568 USD	-
$415 USD	$554 USD	$1,470 USD	$2,866 USD
$425 USD	$441 USD	$985 USD	$2,078 USD

Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
$272 USD	$265 USD	$848 USD	$1,908 USD
$342 USD	$558 USD	$1,440 USD	$2,618 USD
$538 USD	$838 USD	$1,730 USD	$3,308 USD
$558 USD	$778 USD	$1,748 USD	$2,718 USD

Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
$325 USD	$403 USD	$799 USD	$4,026 USD
$299 USD	$399 USD	$999 USD	$4,803 USD
$399 USD	$586 USD	$1,487 USD	$5,171 USD
$400 USD	$592 USD	$1,489 USD	$4,435 USD
$499 USD	$764 USD	$1,719 USD	$5,482 USD
$499 USD	$601 USD	$1,508 USD	$5,175 USD
$455 USD	$517 USD	$1,414 USD	$5,515 USD
$399 USD	$600 USD	$1,449 USD	$5,251 USD
$376 USD	$288 USD	$1,204 USD	$5,352 USD

Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
$314 USD	$436 USD	$1,000 USD	$4,237 USD
$419 USD	$518 USD	$1,156 USD	$5,197 USD
$363 USD	$535 USD	-	$6,769 USD
$399 USD	$767 USD	$1,622 USD	$5,217 USD
$501 USD	$802 USD	$1,540 USD	$4,407 USD
$499 USD	$800 USD	$1,746 USD	$5,094 USD
$450 USD	$749 USD	$1,747 USD	$5,128 USD
$450 USD	$599 USD	$1,499 USD	$4,463 USD
$363 USD	$455 USD	$1,300 USD	$5,207 USD

Departure Date	Bonus	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
		$325 USD	$346 USD	$458 USD	$1,711 USD

June, July, and August are the warmest Alaskan months, though July and August can be very rainy. Because of this, you might find that June is the most ideal time to cruise in Alaska.

What Cruise Lines Go to Alaska?

Azamara Club Cruises
Carnival Cruise Line
Celebrity Cruises
Crystal Cruises
Cunard Line
Disney Cruise Line
Holland America Line
Norwegian Cruise Line

Oceania Cruises
Princess Cruises
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Royal Caribbean
Seabourn Cruise Line
Silversea Cruises
Viking Ocean Cruises

Are There 5-Day Cruises to Alaska?

Yes: CruiseDirect can connect you with Alaska cruise packages for 3-to-5-night spans as well as longer voyages of a week or more.

What Is the Best Cruise Line for Families to Alaska?

Travelers often recommend these lines for families cruising to Alaska:

Carnival Cruise Line

Disney Cruise Line

Holland America Line

Norwegian Cruise Line

Princess Cruises

Royal Caribbean

Where Do Alaska Cruises Depart From?

Some of the most popular departure ports are Vancouver, Seward, Whittier, and other Pacific coast locations. Cruises from Seattle to Alaska are among the most popular, with San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Juneau used less frequently as departure ports.

How Much Is a Cruise to Alaska?

An Alaska cruise can start as low as $112 a night and cost upward of $800 a night. The prices will vary depending on how long your cruise lasts as well as the amenities included on your particular cruise line.

What Is an Alaska Inside Passage Cruise?

An Alaska Inside Passage cruise is a popular route that sticks to the southeastern Alaskan panhandle area. The Inside Passage is a network of waterways that connect Puget Sound in Washington, the Pacific coast of British Columbia, and the waters of the Alaska panhandle. It provides views of the Tongass National Forest, many islands, and plenty of mining towns used by prospectors in the Klondike Gold Rush.

Vancouver - British Columbia	(Depart 04:00 PM)
Inside Passage (cruising)	(12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Juneau - Alaska	(02:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Icy Strait Point - Alaska	(08:00 AM - 08:00 PM)
Sitka - Alaska	(07:00 AM - 04:00 PM)
Skagway - Alaska	(07:00 AM - 03:00 PM)
Hubbard Glacier (cruising)	(08:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
Seward - Alaska	(Arrive 06:00 AM)

Seward - Alaska	(Depart 08:00 PM)
Hubbard Glacier (cruising)	(02:00 PM - 05:00 PM)
Juneau - Alaska	(09:00 AM - 08:00 PM)
Skagway - Alaska	(07:00 AM - 08:15 PM)
Icy Strait Point - Alaska	(06:30 AM - 03:00 PM)
Ketchikan - Alaska	(10:00 AM - 07:00 PM)
Inside Passage (cruising)	(12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Vancouver - British Columbia	(Arrive 07:00 AM)

Seward - Alaska	(Depart 08:00 PM)
Hubbard Glacier (cruising)	(03:00 PM - 06:00 PM)
Juneau - Alaska	(11:30 AM - 09:00 PM)
Skagway - Alaska	(07:00 AM - 08:00 PM)
Icy Strait Point - Alaska	(07:00 AM - 03:00 PM)
Ketchikan - Alaska	(09:30 AM - 05:00 PM)
Inside Passage (cruising)	(12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Vancouver - British Columbia	(Arrive 07:00 AM)

Vancouver - British Columbia	(Depart 05:00 PM)
Inside Passage (cruising)	(12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Ketchikan - Alaska	(07:00 AM - 03:00 PM)
Sitka - Alaska	(07:00 AM - 03:30 PM)
Juneau - Alaska	(07:00 AM - 09:30 PM)
Icy Strait Point - Alaska	(07:00 AM - 05:00 PM)
Hubbard Glacier (cruising)	(06:00 AM - 10:00 AM)
Seward - Alaska	(Arrive 06:00 AM)

Vancouver - British Columbia	(Depart 05:00 PM)
Victoria - British Columbia	(07:00 AM - 04:00 PM)
Day At Sea
San Francisco - California	(09:30 AM - 12:00 AM)
San Francisco - California	(12:00 AM - 03:00 PM)
Catalina Island - California	(11:00 AM - 05:00 PM)
Los Angeles - California	(Arrive 07:00 AM)

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7 NIGHT ALASKA Cruise

Radiance of the Seas

$255

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Radiance of the Seas

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Celebrity Summit

$288

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Brilliance of the Seas

$325

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What to Know Before You Cruise to Alaska

What Is the Best Month to Cruise to Alaska?

What Cruise Lines Go to Alaska?

Are There 5-Day Cruises to Alaska?

What Is the Best Cruise Line for Families to Alaska?

Where Do Alaska Cruises Depart From?

How Much Is a Cruise to Alaska?

What Is an Alaska Inside Passage Cruise?

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