Alaska Small Ship Cruises & Tours
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| Trip Name | From | Days | Next Departure | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Denali Lodge | $4,948 | 4-8 | Jun 06, 2025 | Venture deep into Alaska's backcountry in Denali National Park to Camp Denali Lodge, where you'll have the chance to explore the virgin landscape in search of wolves, moose, bear, sheep, and caribou via guided hikes and nature walks that complement other optional activities like mountain biking, canoeing, and fishing. |
| Alaska Fjords & Glaciers | $3,800 | 8 | Sep 14, 2025 | Begin your 8-day Alaskan journey in the state's capital, Juneau. This cruise takes you through some of Alaska's most dramatic landscapes with opportunities to view a myriad of wildlife. Visit local towns along the way and learn about local cultures. End your cruise in Ketchikan, Alaska's first city! |
| Alaska's Coastal Treasures | $6,600 | 14 | Aug 21, 2026 | Set sail on a 14-day cruise from Seward to Juneau aboard the Safari Explorer, navigating remote waters and hidden bays rarely seen by others. This expedition follows the path of history's boldest explorers, embracing Alaska's wild, untamed spirit. |
| Alaska's Glacier Bay & Island Adventure | $6,095 | 8 | May 18, 2025 | Experience the serenity of raw wilderness in this 8-day Alaskan Dream cruise through Southeast Alaska, visiting places like Kuiu, charming Petroglyph Beach, glacial Tracy Arm Fjord, and Glacier Bay National Park. Enjoy shallow water expedition craft excursions, kayaking, hiking, and a relaxing evening at Orca Point Lodge. |
| North to True Alaska Expedition | $3,895 | 6 | Jul 05, 2025 | Experience Alaska’s famous wildlife, pristine wilderness bays and rainforest, kayak and skiff adventures, stunning Glacier Bay National Park, and three of the Inside Passage’s most historical and charming towns—Sitka, Skagway, and Juneau—on this 6-day cruise aboard Chichagof Dream. |
| North to True Alaska Expedition | $3,995 | 6 | May 31, 2025 | Experience Alaska’s famous wildlife, pristine wilderness bays and rainforest, kayak and skiff adventures, stunning Glacier Bay National Park, and three of the Inside Passage’s most historical and charming towns—Sitka, Skagway, and Juneau—on this 6-day cruise aboard Admiralty Dream. |
| North to True Alaska Expedition | $4,695 | 6 | Jul 08, 2025 | Experience Alaska’s famous wildlife, pristine wilderness bays and rainforest, kayak and skiff adventures, stunning Glacier Bay National Park, and three of the Inside Passage’s most historical and charming towns—Sitka, Skagway, and Juneau—on this 6-day cruise aboard Alaskan Dream. |
| Wild, Woolly & Wow with Glacier Bay | $5,100 | 8 | May 10, 2025 | Experience Alaska’s pristine wilderness on an 8-day cruise aboard the Wilderness Legacy. Depart from Juneau, explore Hobart Bay, and witness the beauty of LeConte Glacier. Discover the wildlife-rich Kuiu Island, search for Coastal Brown Bears along Chichagof Island, and venture into the remote areas of Glacier Bay National Park. |
| Trip Name | From | Days | Next Departure | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remote Alaska Adventure | $13,000 | 5 | Jun 01, 2025 | Experience a 5-day luxury Alaska lodge adventure and backcountry flight safaris at Ultima Thule Lodge. View the landscape and wildlife from a bush plane flying you into the wilds of Wrangell - St. Elias National Park. Each evening retreat to your own comfortable private cabin overlooking the Chitina River to get a true backcountry taste of Alaska. |
| Inside Passage and Gulf of Alaska Coastal Cruise | $5,300 | 8 | May 08, 2025 | Experience the perfect blend of city life and natural beauty in Vancouver, followed by Alaska’s majestic landscapes and wildlife on this 8-day cruise aboard the Silver Moon. Sail through Alaska’s Inside Passage and visit Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Sitka and Seward for totem poles, glaciers, and historic sites. |
| Inside Passage and Gulf of Alaska Coastal Cruise | $6,600 | 8 | May 28, 2026 | Through the Inside Passage and its fjord-carved glaciers, discover Alaska's breathtaking coastline beauty. Silver Whisper takes you from Vancouver to Seward. This eight-day journey around Alaska's coast provides a breathtaking view of Alaska's incredible wildlife and scenery. |
Alaska cruises range between $4000-$12000/person depending on the class and size of the ship, the ratio of guides to passengers, and the length of the cruise are major factors.
US residents do not need a visa; travelers from Europe, Britain, Canada, or Australia only need a passport. If you are traveling from a different part of the world, you should check the travel requirements with your country's state department.
Alaska has the same power outlets as the rest of North America - three-prong grounded 110V outlets. If you have devices that are 220-240V or that are not compatible with North American plugs, you will need an adapter and/or converter that is Type B.
Contrary to popular belief, Alaska's cell coverage is improving significantly in recent years. Major US carriers from the continental states like Verizon and AT&T are gaining ground and establishing strong networks. Of course, in the backcountry, where many of our tours are based, you will encounter huge mountains and stretches of vast wilderness where you will not have a signal.
In major port towns, you will be able to get strong, fast internet access and find accessible WiFi hotspots. Most ships do have internet access (check with your Adventure Life trip planner), though our expeditions explore the national parks and the more remote wildernesses that characterize a great majority of Alaska, so you might go for several days or even most of your trip without internet access.
Most of the top-tier small cruise ships fill up many months in advance, so 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 Alaska cruise is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, and the more time you spend exploring Alaska, the better chance you have of seeing more wildlife. That said, you'll need a minimum of 6 days for a cruise through a trip of two weeks is recommended that combines an expedition cruise with a trip to the wild Alaskan interior, such as Denali National Park.
In major port towns, you will be able to get strong, fast internet access and find accessible WiFi hotspots. Most ships do have internet access (check with your Adventure Life trip planner), though our expeditions explore the national parks and the more remote wildernesses that characterize a great majority of Alaska, so you might go for several days or even most of your trip without internet access.
Most of the top-tier small cruise ships fill up many months in advance, so 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 Alaska cruise is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, and the more time you spend exploring Alaska, the better chance you have of seeing more wildlife. That said, you'll need a minimum of 6 days for a cruise through a trip of two weeks is recommended that combines an expedition cruise with a trip to the wild Alaskan interior, such as Denali National Park.
Alaska uses the US Dollar and paying with credit cards is pretty commonly accepted. It is possible that some smaller stores and businesses only accept cash, so you should have some on hand just in case.
We recommend you check out our Once You're Booked page for more information on buying travel insurance - it's always nice to know that you have it just in case.
Alaska has the same sockets as the rest of North America - three-prong grounded 110V outlets. If you have devices that are 220-240V or that are not compatible with North American plugs, you will need an adapter and/or converter that is Type B.
Since Alaska is a US state, tipping is considered customary in the service industry (like restaurants), but if you tip and how much is always an individual decision. It is recommended that you do leave a gratuity for the ship, captain, and guide if you are on a cruise.
