Alaska (Canada) Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
58 ships from 21 cruise lines
Alaska (Canada) cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 58 ships from 21 cruise lines visiting Alaska (Canada), calling at 4 places. Cruises can start in Vancouver and end in Vancouver.
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Compare Alaska (Canada) cruise lines
Seabourn Cruises has the most upcoming sailings among Alaska (Canada) cruise lines (95). Starting fares run from $99 per person. Most sailings last 7–44 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seabourn Cruises | 95 | $3,255 | 12–78 nights (typically 12) |
| Silversea Cruises | 41 | $5,400 | 7–25 nights (typically 7) |
| Regent Seven Seas Cruises | 35 | $16,598 | 7–92 nights (typically 7) |
| Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection | 7 | $10,300 | 7–9 nights (typically 7) |
Luxury cruise lines (2)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceania Cruises | 34 | $2,252 | 10–37 nights (typically 11) |
| MSC Explora Journeys | 22 | $4,575 | 7–28 nights (typically 7) |
Premium cruise lines (6)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viking Cruises | 74 | $5,999 | 9–79 nights (typically 14) |
| Crystal Cruises | 29 | $3,390 | 7–26 nights (typically 7) |
| Hapag-Lloyd Cruises | 26 | $7,457 | 13–21 nights (typically 13) |
| Windstar Cruises | 24 | $3,568 | 8–32 nights (typically 11) |
| Azamara Cruises | 20 | $2,339 | 10–38 nights (typically 12) |
| Lindblad Expeditions | 15 | $6,150 | 9–21 nights (typically 13) |
Contemporary cruise lines (8)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princess Cruises | 93 | $304 | 5–51 nights (typically 7) |
| Holland America | 70 | $99 | 5–26 nights (typically 7) |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | 18 | $649 | 6–16 nights (typically 7) |
| Celebrity Cruises | 17 | $548 | 6–11 nights (typically 7) |
| Cunard | 15 | $1,189 | 7–29 nights (typically 7) |
| Royal Caribbean | 15 | $525 | 6–9 nights (typically 7) |
| Virgin Voyages | 7 | $1,582 | 8–9 nights (typically 9) |
| MSC Cruises | 2 | $548 | 7–25 nights (typically 7) |
Intracoastal cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Cruise Lines | 10 | $5,425 | 8–14 nights (typically 8) |
About Canada
Canada is the world's second-largest country and a natural fit for milestone travelers who want accessible wilderness, layered history, and vibrant cities. Small-ship and river cruises on the St. Lawrence, the Great Lakes, and Canada's Atlantic and Pacific coasts avoid the herded big-ship experience. U.S. visitors enjoy a familiar currency system, no language barrier in most regions, and short flights, while still feeling profoundly abroad.
Typical routes
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Ports overview
Canada's cruise ports are defined by rivers, lakes, and seas rather than ocean liners. The St. Lawrence River and Saguenay Fjord form an inland waterway to the heart of Quebec; the Great Lakes offer a freshwater itinerary; Atlantic and Pacific coasts provide expedition-style sailing. Most ports are walkable or offer easy shuttles, and small-ship lines dominate.
Cruise season
May to October. June through September for warm weather and reliable whale sightings; late September into October for spectacular fall foliage in Quebec and the Maritimes. Some expedition departures to Labrador and the Arctic run July-August.
Find your Canada sailing
Upcoming sailings calling at Canada, earliest departure first.
8 Days One-Way from Boston to Montreal
Ends in Canada. Also visits United States
ms Volendam
13 Days One-Way from New York to Reykjavik
Visits Canada. Also visits United States, Greenland, Iceland
Celebrity Silhouette
11 Days Vancouver, Canada Round Trip
Starts and ends in Canada. Also visits United States
Crystal Serenity
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80 Days Auckland, New Zealand Round Trip
Visits Canada. Also visits New Zealand, Fiji, Samoa
Grand Princess
8 Days One-Way from Whittier to Vancouver
Ends in Canada. Also visits United States
Ritz-Carlton Luminara
15 Days One-Way from Duluth Mn to Toronto
Ends in Canada. Also visits United States
Viking Polaris
11 Days Vancouver, Canada Round Trip
Starts and ends in Canada. Also visits United States
MSC Explora 3
11 Days One-Way from Seward to Vancouver
Ends in Canada. Also visits United States
Star Seeker
12 Days Vancouver, Canada Round Trip
Starts and ends in Canada. Also visits United States
Azamara Pursuit
8 Days Seattle, USA Round Trip
Visits Canada. Also visits United States
Oceania Riviera
16 Days One-Way from Southampton to New York
Visits Canada. Also visits United Kingdom, France, United States
Queen Mary 2
23 Days Southampton, United Kingdom Round Trip
Visits Canada. Also visits United Kingdom, France, United States
Queen Mary 2
Where Canada cruises start and end
Embarkation ports (1)
Disembarkation ports (1)
Ports of call in Canada
Ports of call (4)
Haida Gwaii Islands · Nanaimo · Vancouver (cruises from) · Victoria
Cruise lines visiting Canada (21)
Ocean cruise lines (20)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (4)
Luxury cruise lines (2)
Premium cruise lines (6)
Contemporary cruise lines (8)
Intracoastal cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (1)
Ships by type: 49 ocean 5 river 4 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.
Canada is also in: Arctic, Canada & New England
Plan your Alaska (Canada) cruise
Canada cruise port guide
Cruise ports, what to see, history and practical advice.
Canada cruise port guide →More Alaska cruises
Frequently asked questions about Alaska (Canada) cruises
Can you start or end a cruise in Alaska (Canada)?
Yes. Cruises start in Vancouver. Cruises end in Vancouver.
How many places do cruises visit in Alaska (Canada)?
4 Alaska (Canada) places are visited by 58 ships from 21 cruise lines.
Which cruise lines sail to Alaska (Canada)?
21 cruise lines sail to Alaska (Canada), including American Cruise Lines, Azamara Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Cunard, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises and 15 more.
When is the best time to take a Alaska (Canada) cruise?
May to October. June through September for warm weather and reliable whale sightings; late September into October for spectacular fall foliage in Quebec and the Maritimes. Some expedition departures to Labrador and the Arctic run July-August.
Sources and further reading
Background on Canada draws on these references. Sailing, fare and port data come from cruise line itineraries and are refreshed regularly.
- Destination Canada: Explore Canada: Official Tourism Website
- CIA World Factbook: Canada
- Parks Canada: L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre: Historic District of Old Québec
- American Cruise Lines: Canada Cruises
- Viking: Great Lakes Expedition Cruises
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 September 9, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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