Denali Explorer - Alaska Cruisetour

Day 1 – Vancouver, Canada

Begin your journey in the vibrant, multicultural city of Vancouver—where saloons and shantytowns gave rise to one of North America’s most beautiful urban centers. Stroll through Gastown, explore the city's lush parks, and soak in the coastal charm before setting sail.

Day 2 – At Sea

Relax and recharge as you cruise northward along the scenic Inside Passage. Enjoy world-class dining, onboard activities, and sweeping ocean views.

Day 3 – Ketchikan, Alaska

Step into Alaska’s “First City,” rich with Native heritage and legendary totem poles. Wander the historic waterfront, explore the Misty Fjords, or reel in your own fresh catch in this salmon capital.

Day 4 – Juneau, Alaska

Discover the capital born from gold—surrounded by glaciers, waterfalls, and towering peaks. Take a glacier flightseeing tour, visit Mendenhall Glacier, or search for whales in the icy waters.

Day 5 – Skagway, Alaska

Relive the Klondike Gold Rush in this wild west town frozen in time. Ride the historic White Pass & Yukon Route Railway or trek the infamous Chilkoot Trail once braved by stampeders.

Day 6 – Glacier Bay National Park (Scenic Cruising)

A UNESCO World Heritage Site awaits as you cruise among thunderous tidewater glaciers and breathtaking landscapes. Spot humpbacks, sea otters, and bald eagles as Park Rangers narrate the journey.

Day 7 – College Fjord (Scenic Cruising)

Behold an epic collection of glaciers named after Ivy League colleges. Witness the drama of calving icebergs and keep an eye out for majestic whales in this untouched Arctic sanctuary.

Day 8 – Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska

Disembark in the historic WWII port of Whittier, gateway to Prince William Sound. Transfer through the continent’s longest highway/rail tunnel to Anchorage for your land tour extension.

Land Tour Extension:

Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge

Step off your ship into a waiting railcar for our exclusive Direct-to-the-Wilderness rail service to the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge. Get settled, and perhaps do an optional excursion. Or you may enjoy the spectacular main lodge, river view deck, and Princess Village with the popular Christmas cottage and sugar shack. Be sure to check out Fannie Q's Saloon, named after a famed local homesteader, or sit outside at a fireside patio.

Fairbanks, Alaska

Your journey culminates in the Golden Heart City. Cruise the Chena River on a sternwheeler, strike gold at a historic mine, or fly to the Arctic Circle. Revel in endless summer daylight and the spirit of Alaska’s rugged interior.

Island Princess

Whether you crave relaxation or exhilaration, you'll find the soothing Lotus Spa®, live entertainment, gourmet cuisine, casino gaming and more, all meet your needs aboard Island Princess.