
Alaska SHORE EXCURSIONS
Discover unforgettable Alaskan shore excursions designed for cruise passengers. Explore the region's most spectacular attractions, from iconic landmarks to hidden gems, with tours perfectly matched to your ship's schedule. Each excursion showcases Alaska's unique culture, natural beauty, and authentic experiences, ensuring you maximize your time ashore without missing departure.
Find shore excursions in these popular Alaska ports

Juneau, Alaska Shore Excursions

Ketchikan, Alaska Shore Excursions

Seward, Alaska Shore Excursions

Skagway, Alaska Shore Excursions
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Anchorage, Alaska Shore Excursions

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Haines, Alaska Shore Excursions

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Icy Strait Point Shore Excursions

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Kodiak, Alaska Shore Excursions

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Skagway, Alaska Shore Excursions

Talkeetna Shore Excursions

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What are Alaska shore excursions?
Alaska shore excursions are guided tours and activities designed for cruise passengers during port stops. They often focus on glaciers, wildlife viewing, outdoor adventures, and cultural experiences unique to Alaska.
What wildlife can I see on Alaska cruise tours?
Many Alaska cruise tours offer opportunities to see humpback whales, orcas, bears, bald eagles, sea lions, and seals, depending on the port, season, and excursion type.
Are Alaska shore excursions physically demanding?
Alaska shore excursions range from easy sightseeing and boat tours to more active adventures like hiking, kayaking, and glacier trekking. Cruise passengers can choose excursions that match their comfort and fitness level.
What cultural experiences are available on Alaska cruise tours?
Cultural Alaska cruise tours often include visits to Alaska Native heritage centers, totem pole parks, historic towns, and guided storytelling experiences that highlight Indigenous traditions and Gold Rush history.
When is the best time for Alaska shore excursions?
The Alaska cruise season typically runs from May to September, with peak shore excursion availability in June, July, and August when wildlife activity is high and weather conditions are most favorable.
Which cruise lines visit Alaska?
Azamara, Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Cunard, Disney Cruise Line, Holland America Line, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean International and Virgin Voyages all visit ports in Alaska.
What cruise ships will sail to Alaska in 2026?
Ports in Alaska will be visited by Anthem of the Seas, Azamara Pursuit, Brilliant Lady, Caribbean Princess, Carnival Legend, Carnival Luminosa, Carnival Miracle, Carnival Spirit, Celebrity Edge, Celebrity Solstice, Celebrity Summit, Coral Princess, Discovery Princess, Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Emerald Princess, Eurodam, Grand Princess, Island Princess, Koningsdam, MSC Poesia, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Norwegian Bliss, Norwegian Encore, Norwegian Jade, Norwegian Joy, Norwegian Spirit, Norwegian Sun, Oceania Riviera, Ovation of the Seas, Quantum of the Seas, Queen Elizabeth, Radiance of the Seas, Royal Princess, Ruby Princess, Sapphire Princess, Serenade of the Seas, Star Princess, Volendam, Voyager of the Seas, Westerdam and Zaandam.