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| Trip Name | From | Days | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Inside Passage Cruise | $10,200 | 16 | Embark on a 16-day Alaska Inside Passage Cruise aboard American Constellation. Explore Juneau, Glacier Bay, Skagway, Petersburg, Wrangell, Ketchikan, Friday Harbor, and Tacoma. Observe whales, eagles, glaciers, and historic towns. |
| Southeast Alaska Cruise | $6,725 | 9 | Experience a 9-night Alaska cruise aboard American Constellation, sailing from Juneau through Glacier Bay, Haines, Petersburg, Wrangell, Endicott Arm, and Dawes Glacier. Watch calving glaciers, spot whales and eagles, explore Native history, and access protected waterways reserved for small ships. |
| Southeast Alaska Cruise | $6,725 | 9 | Experience a 9-day Alaska Inside Passage cruise roundtrip from Juneau aboard American Constitution. Navigate Glacier Bay National Park, Endicott Arm, and Wrangell Narrows while exploring Haines, Petersburg, and Wrangell through guided wildlife and cultural excursions. |
| Alaska Inside Passage Cruise | $10,200 | 16 | Embark on a 16-day Alaska Inside Passage journey from Juneau to Tacoma aboard American Constitution. Explore Glacier Bay National Park, Tracy Arm Fjord, and historic ports including Skagway, Ketchikan, and Petersburg with expert-guided experiences and scenic cruising. |
| Alaskan Explorer Cruise | $9,275 | 12 | Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the American Constellation, departing and returning to Juneau. Explore historical sites, stunning scenery, and lively ports in Southern Alaska and the Inside Passage, including Glacier Bay, Endicott Arm, and Dawes Glacier, cultural excursions, and outdoor adventures. |
| Alaskan Explorer Cruise | $9,275 | 12 | Embark on a 12-day Alaskan Explorer cruise aboard the American Constitution, taking in Alaska’s untouched landscapes. The adventure begins and ends in Juneau, with stops in Haines, Glacier Bay, Sitka, Petersburg, Wrangell, and Dawes Glacier. |
| Traversing the Northwest Passage | $50,995 | 29 | Join a 29-day cruise on the Greg Mortimer, starting with a night in Toronto before flying to Nuuk. Explore Greenland's stunning landscapes, interact with local Inuit communities, and visit historic sites, including Franklin expedition remnants and majestic icebergs. |
| Alaska National Parks | $14,425 | 16 | Embark a 16-day Alaska land and sea journey from Fairbanks to Juneau aboard American Constitution. Explore Denali, Kenai Fjords, Glacier Bay, Haines, Petersburg, Wrangell, and Endicott Arm. Ride a dome train, watch whales and glaciers, and enjoy expert-led excursions with rare access to protected waters. |
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Alaska expedition cruises provide an immersive way to explore the state’s remote coastlines, glaciers, and wilderness. Unlike larger ships, an Alaskan cruise takes place aboard small vessels designed to access narrow fjords, quiet bays, and secluded inlets. This flexibility allows visits to remarkable places like Glacier Bay, Misty Fjords National Monument, and the scenic waterways of the Inside Passage. Many Alaska expedition cruise itineraries also connect with inland destinations such as Denali National Park.
A key highlight of expedition cruises that Alaska travelers enjoy is the opportunity for active exploration. Guided outings often include hiking forest trails, kayaking along glacier-carved shores, and Zodiac excursions for wildlife viewing. While sightings are never guaranteed, you may spot humpback whales, bald eagles, sea otters, or brown bears during a cruise to Alaska.
Alaska cruise ports play an important role in shaping your overall itinerary, from where your journey begins to the destinations you explore along the way. Many travelers start their trip from the Pacific Northwest, with popular routes like Seattle to Alaska cruises and Vancouver to Alaska cruises, both offering convenient access and scenic sailings through the Inside Passage. Once in Alaska, expedition cruises visit a mix of well-known port towns and remote wilderness areas, each offering unique cultural experiences, rich history, and access to outdoor adventures. Below are some of the most common Alaska cruise ports and towns you may visit:
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Let's ChatAlaska expedition cruises vary depending on the class and size of the ship, the ratio of guides to passengers, and the trip length. Contact us for a breakdown of these costs based on the itinerary you are interested in.
Alaska offers several cruise styles, including large ship voyages, luxury cruises, and expedition-style itineraries. Alaska expedition cruises focus on exploration, using small vessels to access remote bays, glaciers, and wildlife habitats that larger ships cannot reach. Many travelers choose a 9-day exploration cruise for guided hikes, kayaking, and Zodiac excursions. The expedition cruises Alaska travelers favor prioritize flexibility and nature-focused experiences throughout the journey.
The Alaska cruise season typically runs from May through September, with each month offering different experiences. Early summer often brings blooming landscapes and active wildlife, while July and August provide long daylight hours and warmer conditions. September can offer fewer crowds and autumn colors. To decide when to go on your Alaskan cruise, consider wildlife, weather, and daylight patterns.
Most of the top-tier expedition cruises Alaska offers fill up many months in advance. In order to have the best selection (and even access to early bird deals), we recommend reserving 6-9 months in advance.
For many, an Alaskan cruise is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. The more time you spend exploring the state, the better chance you have of seeing wildlife. That said, you'll need a minimum of 6 days for a cruise to Alaska, though a trip of two weeks is recommended. The latter combines an expedition small ship cruise to Alaska with a trip to the state’s wild interior, such as Denali National Park.
Common ports of call include Juneau, Ketchikan, Sitka, and Skagway, along with scenic cruising through Glacier Bay and the Inside Passage. Many Alaska expedition cruises also visit smaller harbors and wilderness areas that larger ships cannot access. Travelers often explore Glacier Bay’s dramatic icefields and wildlife-rich coastlines. For deeper planning of things to do in Alaska, explore specific attractions and learn more about America’s final frontier before your cruise.
US residents do not need a visa for a cruise to Alaska; travelers from Europe, Britain, Canada, or Australia only need a passport. If you are traveling from a different part of the world for your small ship Alaska cruise, you should check the travel requirements with your country's state department.
We recommend you check out our Once You're Booked page for more information on buying travel insurance for your Alaskan cruise. It's always nice to know that you have it just in case.
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