Alaska Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
105 ships from 25 cruise lines across 2 countries
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Upcoming sailings calling in Alaska, earliest departure first.
Alaska cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 507 upcoming sailings on 105 ships from 25 cruise lines visiting Alaska, calling at 40 places. Cruises can start in Vancouver, Seattle, Seward, Portland, Whittier, Juneau and 6 more and end in Anchorage, Glacier Bay, Juneau, Ketchikan, Portland, Seattle and 5 more.
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8 Days One-Way from Sitka to Juneau
National Geographic Venture
8 Days One-Way from Whittier to Vancouver
Norwegian Jade
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8 Days Vancouver, Canada Round Trip
Emerald Princess
15 Days Vancouver, Canada Round Trip
Coral Princess
8 Days One-Way from Vancouver to Whittier
Coral Princess
8 Days One-Way from Whittier to Vancouver
Island Princess
10 Days Seattle, USA Round Trip
Norwegian Joy
12 Days One-Way from Juneau to Ketchikan
ACL American Ranger
8 Days Seattle, USA Round Trip
Brilliant Lady
Ships by type: 81 ocean 15 river 11 expedition · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
Cruises in Alaska by country
Compare Alaska cruise lines
Princess Cruises has the most upcoming sailings among Alaska cruise lines (82). Starting fares run from $99 per person. Most sailings last 7–32 nights, and the most common length is 7 nights.
Ocean cruise lines (20)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (4)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silversea Cruises | 29 | $5,400 | 7–25 nights (typically 7) |
| Regent Seven Seas Cruises | 21 | $16,598 | 7–33 nights (typically 7) |
| Seabourn Cruises | 17 | $5,524 | 8–35 nights (typically 7) |
| Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection | 9 | $9,700 | 7–13 nights (typically 7) |
Luxury cruise lines (3)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceania Cruises | 29 | $2,252 | 10–35 nights (typically 11) |
| MSC Explora Journeys | 13 | $4,575 | 7–18 nights (typically 7) |
| Ponant Cruises | 2 | $7,180 | 8–12 nights (typically 8) |
Premium cruise lines (6)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windstar Cruises | 26 | $2,619 | 10–32 nights (typically 11) |
| Crystal Cruises | 22 | $3,390 | 7–32 nights (typically 7) |
| Viking Cruises | 21 | $5,999 | 9–90 nights (typically 9) |
| Azamara Cruises | 19 | $1,949 | 10–38 nights (typically 12) |
| Lindblad Expeditions | 13 | $6,150 | 7–21 nights (typically 7) |
| Hapag-Lloyd Cruises | 9 | $8,157 | 13–20 nights (typically 13) |
Contemporary cruise lines (7)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princess Cruises | 82 | $304 | 5–57 nights (typically 7) |
| Holland America | 72 | $99 | 5–28 nights (typically 7) |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | 17 | $649 | 6–16 nights (typically 7) |
| Royal Caribbean | 17 | $525 | 7–15 nights (typically 7) |
| Celebrity Cruises | 15 | $548 | 6–11 nights (typically 7) |
| Virgin Voyages | 7 | $1,582 | 8–9 nights (typically 9) |
| MSC Cruises | 5 | $548 | 7–29 nights (typically 7) |
River cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Cruise Lines | 25 | $4,125 | 6–15 nights (typically 8) |
Intracoastal cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Cruise Lines | 37 | $5,240 | 8–15 nights (typically 8) |
Cruise embarkation and disembarkation
Cruise lines sailing in Alaska (25)
Ocean cruise lines (24)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (4)
Luxury cruise lines (5)
Premium cruise lines (7)
Contemporary cruise lines (8)
River cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (1)
Intracoastal cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (1)
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Frequently asked questions about Alaska cruises
Can you start or end a cruise in Alaska?
Yes. Cruises start in Vancouver, Seattle, Seward, Portland, Whittier, Juneau, Anchorage, Tacoma and 4 more. Cruises end in Anchorage, Glacier Bay, Juneau, Ketchikan, Portland, Seattle, Seward, Sitka and 3 more.
How many places do cruises visit in Alaska?
40 Alaska places are visited by 105 ships from 25 cruise lines.
Which cruise lines sail to Alaska?
25 cruise lines sail to Alaska, including American Cruise Lines, Aurora Expeditions, Azamara Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Cunard and 19 more.
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published October 4, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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