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Group walking on glaciers in Alaska.
Group walking on glaciers in Alaska.

Alaska Cruises

Out Here, Chill is Mandatory.

There’s something different about you on a cruise to Alaska. Maybe it’s the crisp air that fills your lungs with a hint of spruce and salt, or the endless glaciers glinting at the edge of an impossible world. But out here, you become somebody new. Your hands stop fidgeting, your heartbeat evens out, and you start noticing every detail — the spray of a waterfall, the call of a bald eagle, the way the ice cubes seem to tinkle differently in your evening cocktail. On a cruise with Norwegian, you don’t just see the wild, you experience it.

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Ships Custom-Built for Alaska

Whale watch with cocktails in the Observation Lounge, dine outdoors on The Waterfront,® and sail past glaciers while zooming around the race track. These ships are made to let the outside in.

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Something for Everyone

With NCL you'll find "thrills" like race tracks and dog sleds, "chills" like whale watching and Mandara Spa, and everything in between. No matter how you like to vacation, we have an adventure to match your speed.

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Alaska Cruisetours: The Best of Land & Sea

Go deeper into the wilds of Alaska on an NCL Cruisetour - a ship-to-shore vacation package entirely planned by us. Includes your chosen cruise plus a multi-day land adventure featuring tours, hotel stays, meals and more.

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Anything & Everything You Want

With Norwegian's Free at Sea™ cruise package enjoy premium cocktails with unlimited open bar, decadent meals at our specialty dining restaurants, excursion credits at every port and our speedy Wi-Fi package - all included.

Take a Walk on the Wild Side.

Alaska reveals itself best from the water, and on an NCL cruise, each day begins with a new horizon and the freedom to experience it your way. Wake up to breathtaking views that set the stage for the day's adventures. Whether that’s hiking a glacier, kayaking through pristine waters, learning about history, or meeting the “celebrities” of Alaskan dog sledding, every moment feels hands-on, alive, and impossible to replicate. When the day winds down, the scenery doesn’t stop. Share stories over a cocktail in the Observation Lounge as whales surface in the distance, or settle in for dinner on The Waterfront, where the views steal the show. On an NCL Alaska cruise, the journey is just as memorable as the destination — with space for thrill-seekers, nature lovers, and everyone in between.

Couple on walkway of ship in Alaska.

Perfect for Your Whole Pack

There’s something for everyone on an Alaska cruise with Norwegian, which makes this journey of a lifetime perfect for summer vacation, spring break, a family reunion and more. Zoom around the only race tracks at sea as you sail past glaciers on Norwegian Bliss, Norwegian Joy & Norwegian Encore. Or enjoy a stroll and a bite on The Waterfront - our quarter-mile outdoor promenade. While the kids play, adults can sip a cocktail and search for whales from the panoramic views of the Observation Lounge or take a dip in the hot tub at the adults-only Spice H2O. Out here, everyone perfects the art of doing whatever happens next.

NCL Bliss Racetrack

Let's Get Immersive: NCL Cruisetours

Experience More of Authentic Alaska on an NCL Cruisetour

Enjoy an immersive, multi­day vacation before or after your cruise with a Norwegian Cruisetour. This ship-to-shore package is entirely planned by us, and includes your chosen cruise plus hotel stays, meals, transportation, excursions, and more. Alaska Cruisetours are a unique opportunity to see interior attractions like Denali National Park, Anchorage's history and culture, and Fairbanks' Northern Lights. Get the best of land and sea on an NCL Cruisetour.

Skagway, Alaska. The scenic White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad.

Enjoy More Savings with Free Airfare^!

Pay airfare for one guest to your chosen Alaska departure port, and you'll automatically lock in roundtrip flights for two. Secure these savings when booking your cruise, and enjoy air-to-sea made easy. A dedicated team is available to assist you every step of the way and provide guidance when travelling to and from your destination.

Find this offer on 7+ Day cruises to Alaska and beyond.

^Buy an air ticket and the 2nd guest flies for free. *View for full terms and conditions.

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Featured Itineraries

There's something different about cruising Alaska with NCL. Perhaps it's our access to unique routes like Glacier Bay and the Inside Passage. Or our wide range of departure ports including Seattle, Vancouver, Whittier, Alaska and Honolulu. You can even leave from one port and return to another, allowing for further exploration before & after your cruise. And if you can't decide between tropics or mountains, view our sailings that visit both Alaska and Hawaii! If you're looking for an immersive experience combining the best of land and sea, check out our NCL Cruisetours. We've highlighted a few Alaska itineraries below, but the choices are endless.

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10 Magnificent Glaciers in Alaska

If seeing a glacier up close and personal is on your bucket list, you are in the right place since Alaska is home to the most glaciers in the United States. With over 27,000 glaciers, The Last Frontier is one of the best places to see these majestic pieces of nature up close on an Alaska cruise.

Northern Lights

The Best Time to See the Northern Lights on an Alaska Cruise

The Northern Lights, a must see on any Alaskan Cruise, can be elusive.  Learn more about the best times to see the Northern Lights, and what cruise options you may have that fit the same time frame.

Norwegian Encore dusk and Milky Way stars

The Best Way to Experience Alaska is with Norwegian

The best way to experience Alaska is with Norwegian. Cruise past incredible glaciers, sail under the Northern Lights, and get closer to nature on an Alaska cruise with Norwegian. Explore Alaska cruises and cruise deals from seven departure ports.