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Alaska Cruisetours

Alaska Cruisetours Overview

View the charts below to help you select the Cruisetour land package that best fits your individual interests and vacation plans. Each chart shows the duration of each Cruisetour, the activities included and cities visited. Tour packages are numbered and lettered with “A” for Cruisetours that occur after the cruise or “B” for tours that occur before the cruise.

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Alaska Wildlife Express 1A

7-night Northbound Alaska and Hubbard Glacier Cruise onboard Radiance of the Seas followed by a 3-night, post-cruise escorted land tour to Talkeetna, Denali and Anchorage.

Included Experiences — Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Denali Natural History Tour

2025 Departures — May 16 & 30, June 13 & 27, July 11 & 25, August 8 & 22

Alaska Wildlife Express 1B

2025 Departures — May 20, June 3 & 17, July 1, 15 & 29, August 12 & 26, September 9

Alaska Interior Express 2A

7-night Northbound Alaska and Hubbard Glacier cruise onboard Radiance of the Seas followed by a 3-night, post-cruise, escorted land tour to Denali and Fairbanks (2 nights).

Included Experiences — Denali Natural History Tour, Fairbanks City Tour, Gold Dredge 8

Alaska Interior Express 2B

Mountain valley explorer 3a.

7-night Northbound Alaska and Hubbard Glacier cruise onboard Radiance of the Seas followed by a 4-night, post-cruise, escorted land tour to Alyeska (Girdwood), Talkeetna, Denali and Anchorage.

Included Experiences — Alaska Sealife Center, Denali Natural History Tour, Wildlife Conservation Center

Mountain Valley Explorer 3B

This itinerary is conducted in reverse order of Tour 3A and offered as a pre-cruise option.

2025 Departures — May 19, June 2, 16 & 30 July 14 & 28, August 11 & 25, September 8

Wilderness Frontier Explorer 4A

7-night Northbound Alaska and Hubbard Glacier cruise onboard Radiance of the Seas followed by a 4-night, post-cruise, escorted land tour to Denali (2 nights) and Fairbanks (2 nights).

Included Experiences — Tundra Wilderness Tour, Fairbanks City Tour, Riverboat Discovery Cruise

Wilderness Frontier Explorer 4B

This itinerary is conducted in reverse order of Tour 4A and offered as a pre-cruise option.

Mountain Panorama Adventure 5A

7-night Northbound Alaska and Hubbard Glacier cruise onboard Radiance of the Seas followed by a 5-night, post-cruise, escorted land tour to Alyeska (Girdwood), Denali (2 nights), Talkeetna and Anchorage

Included Experiences — Alaska SeaLife Center, Denali Natural History Tour, Rail from Talkeetna to Anchorage, and more.

Mountain Panorama Adventure 5B

This itinerary is conducted in reverse order of Tour 5A and offered as a pre-cruise option.

2025 Departures — May 18, June 1, 15 & 29, July 13 & 27, August 10 & 24, September 7

Fjord & Tundra National Parks Explorer 6A

7-night Northbound Alaska and Hubbard Glacier Cruise onboard Radiance of the Seas followed by a 5-night, post-cruise, escorted land tour to Seward, Anchorage, Denali and Fairbanks (2 nights).

Included Experiences — Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise, Alaska Native Heritage Center, Tundra Wilderness Tour, and more.

Fjord & Tundra National Parks Explorer 6B

Grand mountain marvels 7a.

7-night Northbound Alaska and Hubbard Glacier Cruise onboard Radiance of the Seas followed by a 6-night, post-cruise, escorted land tour to Seward, Anchorage, Talkeetna, Denali (2 nights) and Fairbanks.

Included Experiences — Resurrection Bay Wildlife Cruise, Anchorage City Tour, Anchorage Museum, and more.

Grand Mountain Marvels 7B

2025 Departures — May 17 & 31, June 14 & 28, July 12 & 26, August 9 & 23, September 6

Alaska Wilderness Spectacular 8A

7-night Northbound Alaska and Hubbard Glacier Cruise onboard Radiance of the Seas followed by a 6-night, post-cruise, escorted land tour to Anchorage, Talkeetna, Denali (2 nights) and Fairbanks (2 nights).

Included Experiences — Alaska Native Heritage Center, Tundra Wilderness Tour, Riverboat Discovery Cruise, and more.

Alaska Wilderness Spectacular 8B

Family tundra express 9a.

7-night Northbound Alaska and Hubbard Glacier cruise onboard Radiance of the Seas followed by a 3-night, post-cruise, escorted land tour to Talkeetna, Denali and Anchorage.

Included Experiences — Anchorage Museum & Imaginarium Discovery Center, Murie Science & Learning Center, Dog Kennel Tour, and ...

Family Tundra Express 9B

Destination denali 11a.

7-night Northbound Alaska and Hubbard Glacier cruise onboard Radiance of the Seas followed by a 2-night, post-cruise, escorted land tour to Talkeetna, Denali and Anchorage.

Included Experiences — Denali Natural History Tour

Departures — May 17 & 31, June 14 & 28, July 12 & 26, August 9 & 23

Departures — May 21, June 4 & 18, July 2, 16 & 30, August 13 & 27, September 10

Departures — May 20, June 3 & 17, July 1, 15 & 29, August 12 & 26 September 9

Departures — May 19, June 2, 16 & 30, July 14 & 28, August 11 & 25 September 8

Departures — May 18, June 1, 15 & 29, July 13 & 27, August 10 & 24 September 7

Included Experiences — Anchorage Museum & Imaginarium Discovery Center, Murie Science & Learning Center, Dog Kennel Tour

Alaska Cruise Review: Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas

Constantly captivating scenery. Frequent wildlife sightings. Delicious food. Jam-packed itineraries. Family-friendly activities. These are some of the phrases I would use when describing an Alaska cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas. We had the opportunity to go on a 7-night cruise from Seattle in August 2019 and had an absolute blast! Here are our thoughts on the ship and the destinations. If you’re considering going on an Alaska cruise, I can assure you that it’s absolutely worth it. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions!

Ovation of the Seas is a Quantum-class ship, built in 2016, and has more than 2,000 staterooms that can host up to 4,900 guests. That, along with 1,500 crew members, ups the onboard count to more than 6,400! We stayed in a quad-occupancy balcony stateroom on the 6th floor, which gave us some beautiful sea views from the balcony. If you can, though, try to get a room on a higher floor so you don’t have the lifeboats mounted on the side of the ship blocking your view.

Family-Friendly Activities

Ovation of the Seas has no shortage of activities that will keep the whole family busy during the entire cruise! One of the first places we visited was the SeaPlex . The SeaPlex is an indoor space that can be customized to host multiple activities such as bumper cars, skating, basketball, and even circus trapeze swinging! You’ll want to check your Daily Compass to see what time each activity is taking place. Also, be sure to arrive early because there can be long lines for activities, especially on cruising days. There are also ping pong, fooseball and air hockey tables around the space, as well as an Xbox gaming lounge (free) and an arcade with games (at an additional price).

Next to the SeaPlex, on the aft upper levels of the ship, you’ll also find activities like the Ripcord by iFly , which is an indoor skydiving center. Even our 3-year-old daughter Nora was able to participate, so I highly recommend trying it out at least once! You can also do some rock-climbing as well as experience the FlowRider surfing simulator.

Speaking of the upper decks, it wouldn’t be a proper cruise without some pools to splash around in! Ovation of the Seas has several options. The first is Splashaway Bay , which has some waterslides as well as a lazy river-type of roundabout pool that we hadn’t seen on another ship before. There’s also an outdoors pool (with heated water) and two hot tubs, which still let us enjoy ourselves even when the temperature dropped on the way to Alaska. In case of inclement weather, an indoor pool and hot tubs are available, as well as an adults-only Solarium with a pool and bar.

I’m also happy to let you know that Ovation of the Seas offers its Adventure Ocean kids club. There are separate areas for 3-5 year olds, 6-8 year olds, and 9-11 year olds. There’s also a nursery where you can drop off babies at an additional cost. For kids over 11, there are plenty of activities in The Living Room, the designated area for teenagers.

If you’ve sailed on a Royal Caribbean ship before, then you know that the Windjammer Marketplace is ready and willing to serve some delicious meals! The Windjammer serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet options, with plenty of choices for the whole family. You can also get snacks and meals throughout the day at Sorrento’s (pizza), the Dog House (hot dogs), and Fish and Ships (fried fish and chicken). You will also be assigned a time for your seated dinner, which is optional in case you want to partake in some of the specialty dining options. On Ovation, you will find favorites like the Chops Grille and Jamie’s Italian , as well as some creative dishes at Wonderland , mouth-watering sushi at Izumi , and spa-style cuisine at the Solarium Bistro .

The Itinerary

Our cruise was the 7-night Alaska cruise departing from and returning to Seattle, Washington. During that week, the ship sailed to ports of call in Juneau and Skagway in Alaska, and Victoria in British Columbia Canada.

Alaska’s state capital lies on the southeastern corner of the state and borders the Canadian province of British Columbia. It’s a small city of over 30,000 residents, yet it welcomes more than a million tourists each year, primarily from cruise ships. In Juneau, we spent the morning walking along the Gastineau Channel and spent some time relaxing at Bill Overstreet Park , which has a beautiful statue of a breaching whale that also sprays out water every few minutes. In the afternoon, we did the Whale Watching and Wildlife Quest excursion, where we took a shuttle bus to our whale watching vessel, and learned about Alaska’s marine life. We got to see several humpback whales, as well as sea lions and bald eagles. Our tour guide also took us to their crab pot, where we were able to observe their invasive species monitoring activities. Ultimately, we loved our whale watching excursion since we were able to get up close and personal with a magnificent species. There are also excursions to Mendenhall Glacier by helicopter, kayak, and boat, as well as several dog sledding, salmon bake, and zip lining adventures.

Our second port was in Skagway, Alaska, which is the northernmost town on the Alaska Inside Passage. It’s a small but charming town, with a year-round population of about 900 people, except for the summer tourism months, in which 3,000 residents and workers tend to the town. The town was built during the Gold Rush era in the late 19th century, and also welcomes about 1 million tourists a year (mostly from cruise ships). In Skagway, we took part in the Haines Wilderness Odyssey by Jetboat , which started with a short ferry ride from Skagway to the neighboring town of Haines. From Haines, we took a shuttle to the Chillkat river, where we boarded our jetboat in search of brown bears, moose, and bald eagles. Unfortunately, we weren’t able to spot any bears or moose, but we saw plenty of bald eagles throughout our journey. The excursion itself makes for a pretty long day, with a 45 minute ferry, 30 minute bus ride, 1+ hour jetboat ride, and return trips to go along with it. There’s not a lot of opportunities for kids to run around much during the excursion, so just be prepared since you may or may not see wildlife during the tour! The Skagway port also has plenty of hiking, zip-lining, horseback riding, and glacier trekking excursions available, which we hope to be able to do one day!

Our last cruise stop was in Victoria, also known as the “City of Gardens.” And that nickname is truly earned! In 2018, there were over 3.4 BILLION blooms. There are countless amounts of floral arrangements throughout the city, and the colorful flowers give the town a vibrant feel. In Victoria, we did the Bites and Sights tour, which was a walking tour that took us throughout the city over three hours, with 3 stops along the way to sample local cuisine. We began by walking to Fisherman’s Wharf, where we stopped by for local tea and took a water taxi to Victoria’s Chinatown, which is the oldest in Canada. From there, we sampled snacks at a local brewery, ate chocolate-covered waffles, and witnessed some beautiful architecture near Bastion Square and the Parliament building. The tour itself gave us a great inside look into what life is like in Victoria, and learned some of its history along the way. Another excursion to look into would be a trip to Butchart Gardens , which is a scenic and beautifully maintained property that welcomes 1 million visitors a year.

Bottom Line

Simply put, we loved our time on our Alaska cruise aboard Ovation of the Seas! The pacing of the trip was perfect, with the two Alaska port stops on the 3rd and 4th days, and Victoria on the 7th day. We were surprised by the amount of family-friendly activities on the ship, from the SeaPlex, to the pools, to rock-climbing and indoor skydiving! The cruise gave us a great sample of the many adventures that Alaska has to offer, and we hope to be able to return to dive deep into their culture and activities sometime soon!

This post was produced in partnership with Royal Caribbean who provided our family with an all expenses paid cruise  Despite working with them all views and opinions are our own.

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Is the FISH and SHIPS complimentary dining too? Thanks

There are complimentary fish and chips and chicken tenders, and also some additional options that you can pay for!

We are traveling as a family of 4 on the same ship this summer. How did your kids like the Adventure Ocean program? Also what did the kids like to eat most on the ship? Thanks!

Hey Cherish! Ovation is an amazing ship and you’ll have a great time! The kids love Adventure Ocean, they were always excited to go and there were plenty of activities to keep them busy, from arts and crafts, games, and more. Most of the times we ate at the Windjammer buffet, where they have kind-friendly meals like burgers, hot dogs, chicken fingers, and pizza. There’s so many options that I’m sure you’ll find something that works for you.

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Royal Caribbean International Alaska Cruises

Alaska is a destination known for its beauty and natural wonder, which is what makes is one of the most popular cruises offered by Royal Caribbean. If you have ever yearned to see the whales breech, view the breathtaking glaciers, or trek through the Last Frontier, then a Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruise is the vacation for you. Encounter intriguing wildlife, such as the graceful caribou or ferocious polar bear, or learn and interact with the land and its people by visiting Alaska’s National Parks and lodges. Each day is an adventure on an Alaska Cruise with Royal Caribbean.

Things to Do on an Alaska Cruise with Royal Caribbean

When you cruise to Alaska with Royal Caribbean, you can ensure a truly special experience by booking some unique shore excursions. Love adventure? Try an Adventure Kart Expedition in Ketchikan which will have you weaving through mountain trails. Crave wildlife interaction? Try Alaska’s Whales and Rainforest Trails for a chance to see whales breech. Or, enjoy some succulent salmon with the Gold Creek Salmon Bake. Speak with your cruise consultant about which options are best for you before you start planning!

• 5-Glacier Seaplane Exploration (Juneau) Experience the sweeping wonder of Alaska’s glaciers on this sightseeing tour. You’ll see 5 unique and marvelous glacial formations in the Juneau ice field, including the Norris, Hole-in-the-Wall, East & West Twins and Taku.  

• Adventure Kart Expedition (Ketchikan) Turn up the speed and navigate your way through mountain trails and forestry for an incredible ride. You’ll see impressive views, spot some wildlife, and have a stupendous time with this adventure excursion.  

• Alaska Sled Dogs & Musher’s Camp (Juneau) Did you know the state sport in Alaska is dog sled competing? Learn how to interact with the huskies and experience the thrill of the mush when you hop on a sled and ride through the tundra in this exhilarating excursion.  

• Alaska’s Whales & Rainforest Trails If you consider yourself a lover of nature and wildlife, this is the perfect excursion for you. Not only will you have an intimate look at the rainforest, its wildlife and environment, but you will learn tales and watch the whales breech right in front of your eyes. This is a one-of-a-kind day.  

• Gold Creek Salmon Bake For a succulent salmon excursion 30 years in the making—choose this amazing day for your venture ashore. Besides the grilled salmon which will have reminiscent wood-roasted flavor, you’ll enjoy chicken, baked beans, rice pilaf, potatoes and more all in a special outdoor area. All-you-can-eat food, local music and, of course, marshmallows by the campfire to end it all off. You’ll have the chance to walk a bit of it off after, when you join a prospector to visit the Wagner Mine, and even pan for some gold.  

• Golf Alaska (Skagway) Hit the links in style at The Valley of the Eagles Golf Links course. Located along the coast of the Chilkat River in Haines, this round of golf will be one of the most memorable and beautiful you’ll ever experience. Professional design accompanied with the chance for wildlife sightings will make for an unforgettable round.  

Top 10 Royal Caribbean International Alaska Cruises

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Learn more about each of the possible departure ports for an Alaska cruise with Royal Caribbean. Your Royal Caribbean Alaska cruise could depart from any of the following cities:

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Browse our photo gallery of Alaska cruising photos from Royal Caribbean. Keep in mind, this is only a small preview of the many sights waiting for you on a Royal Caribbean Alaska cruise vacation.

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High winds strand 2 cruise ships in Elliott Bay

by Gabe Katzman, KOMO News Staff

SEATTLE — A large cruise ship was stranded in Elliott Bay for hours due to high winds, according to the United States Coast Guard (USCG).

As Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas came in to make its approach, strong winds forced the vessel to wait until available tugboats could help, according to Puget Sound Pilots (PSP).

The vessel was waiting for an extra tug, said Petty Officer Steven Strohmeyer with the USCG District 13 Public Affairs Office.

Before helping to bring in the cruise ship, PSP President Ivan Carlson said tugboats first had to move a fish processor farther south.

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Carlson said tugboats had moved the other vessel, freeing up the small boats to move the Quantum of the Seas. KOMO News' tower camera showed what appeared to be tugboats near the cruise ship at 11:30 a.m.

The cruise ship finally appeared to dock successfully by 1:30 p.m.

"Due to high winds, Quantum of the Seas is delayed in returning to port," a spokesperson with Royal Caribbean told KOMO News. "We're closely monitoring the weather and are communicating updates directly to our guests."

Royal Caribbean also said the ship was waiting for better weather to berth out of an abundance of caution.

Peter McGraw with the Port of Seattle said access had not yet been granted to the terminal because the situation was still developing.

Abdul Ali, a driver waiting in the cell phone lot to pick up passengers from Quantum of the Sea, called the situation frustrating.

“Yes, we've been waiting almost four hours, five hours so far, and everything is kind of backed up right now. A lot of people are missing their flights,” Ali said. “They were saying there's a wind going on, and that's why they could not make it to the dock."

The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a wind advisory that is in effect until 11 a.m. Tuesday for portions of western Washington, including Elliott Bay. The NWS said the region could see gusts up to 40 mph.

Strohmeyer told KOMO News two tugboats usually bring in cruise ships, with one at the bow of the ship and one at the stern. But large container ships, Strohmeyer said, sometimes require three tugboats to dock.

The Quantum of the Seas vessel holds more than 4,900 passengers and is typically used to take passengers on week-long trips between Seattle and Alaska, according to the company's website .

The ship is more than 1,100 feet long and almost 150 feet wide, according to VesselFinder .

Another passenger ship, the MS Roald Amundsen, also appears to be stranded in Elliott Bay. The vessel, owned by Hurtigruten Expeditions, is nearly 460 feet long and holds more than 1,000 passengers .

VesselFinder reported the Quantum of the Seas arrived in Elliott Bay a little after 5 a.m. Monday.

"The mission of the Pilots is to ensure against the loss of lives, loss of or damage to property and vessels, and to protect the marine environment by maintaining efficient and competent pilotage service on our State’s inland waters within the Puget Sound Pilotage District," according to the PSP website .

The Quantum of the Seas won Best New Cruise Ship in the 2015 Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards.

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Cruise Operators Offer Summer Discounts as Ships Crowd the Caribbean, Alaska

FILE PHOTO: Tourists leave the Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas, the largest cruise ship in the world, after arriving at Costa Maya Cruise Port, in the village town of Mahahual, Quintana Roo state, Mexico, February 6, 2024. REUTERS/Paola Chiomante/File Photo

By Doyinsola Oladipo

NEW YORK (Reuters) -Cruise operators Royal Caribbean, Carnival and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings are discounting summer itineraries as they look to fill empty cabins aboard older ships, according to travel agencies and company websites.

The companies are lowering summer prices in part because more vessels are headed for already popular Caribbean and Alaskan destinations - and as they reroute ships away from Red Sea destinations due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.

Cruise operators on earnings calls have recently boasted of record demand that has driven revenue sharply higher as cruise passenger volumes surpass pre-pandemic figures. However, prices for cruises departing domestically from the United States this summer will be cheaper than the same period last year, according to data from travel group AAA.

In the Caribbean and Bermuda, Royal Caribbean's seven-day itinerary prices for interior cabins in June are down 21% year-over-year as of May. Similar Norwegian and Carnival itineraries are down 12% and 11% respectively, according to TripAdvisor's Cruise Critic, a vacation planning website.

Royal Caribbean is cutting rates for Caribbean itineraries for the third and fourth quarters, said Todd Elliott, CEO of Orlando, Florida-based Cruise Vacation Outlet, a travel agency.

"It seems more strategic on sailings that need a little more help," said Elliott. He noted cruises sailing around Africa instead of through the Red Sea are also being discounted.

Royal Caribbean, Carnival Corp and Norwegian declined requests for comment.

Cruise operators have been offering discounts on older vessels with newer ships coming onto the market, said an AAA spokesperson. Meanwhile, Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Sea, which had its first voyage in January, demands at least $500 to $1,000 more per person than similar sailings in the region, Elliott said.

"Royal Caribbean has been able to keep the integrity of those prices thanks to the interest surrounding the ship," said Cruise Critic spokesperson, Aubrey Manzo Dunn.

Royal in April raised its 2024 profit forecast for a second time. Carnival said in March that its North American and European brands set booking records in the first quarter.

Some 202 vessels are sailing the Caribbean in 2024, an 8% increase year-over-year, according to Christian Savelli, cruise analytics director at Oxford Economics.

"There is an over-representation of new vessels in the region," said Savelli. "Rates seem to have reached a plateau."

Cruise fares are similarly falling this summer in Alaska due to increased capacity. Interior cabins aboard Carnival's Alaskan summer cruises are selling for about 20% less in July and August than they were in the same period in 2023, said Cruise Critic, while Royal Caribbean's Alaska trips are 6% and 12% cheaper in the same period for those months, respectively.

The number of vessels in the region are up 9.3% year-over-year according to Savelli.

(Reporting by Doyinsola Oladipo in New York; Editing by Rod Nickel)

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