Norwegian Cruises | Alaska Experiences

Top 5 reasons why Norwegian is the best way to experience Alaska



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1. Custom Built for the Best Way to Experience Alaska

Our ships offer various ways to connect with the outdoors while on board, featuring unique experiences like the only race tracks at sea, The Waterfront, Observation Lounge, Spinnaker, and Thermal Suite.

  • Spacious, premium accommodations that include Family Suites and the luxurious Haven
  • Our family-friendly ships offer something for everyone, from race tracks and laser tag to complimentary children’s programs and more.

    2. Variety of Unique & Specially-Curated Itineraries

    Norwegian’s wide variety of 5-16-day port-rich Alaska itineraries are specially curated to offer something for everyone. Discover awe-inspiring glacier experiences, enjoy a scenic ride on Skagway’s famous White Pass Railway, go whale watching in Icy Strait Point, or zoom across the world’s largest zip-rider and much more.

  • Port rich itineraries ranging from 5- to 16-days
  • Something for everyone (i.e. adventurers & families)
  • Guaranteed glacier experiences (including Glacier Bay)
  • Cruises through the Inside Passage
  • Most number of sailings out of Seattle, including 7-to 11-day itineraries, and the only cruise line offering 5-day round-trip itineraries from Seattle
  • One way cruises between Seward and Vancouver


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    3. Immersive Alaska Experiences

    Experience the rich culture of Alaska on immersive Go Local shore excursions, and choose to dive even deeper into the great outdoors by adding a pre-or post land-based, multi-day Cruisetour to your cruise. Embark on an 11-14-day Cruisetour with a dedicated Cruisetour tour director who provides personalized service, including booking excursions prior to your arrival in ports.

  • Itineraries thoughtfully curated to maximize time in port
  • 11-14-day Cruisetours (pre- or post-cruise, combining a cruise with land-based experiences including Denali National Park and Reserve)
  • Go on Local shore excursions for authentic Alaska experiences
  • Alaska expert on board (only for ships that visit Glacier Bay)
  • Icy Strait Point (known for untouched wilderness & wildlife)

    4. Variety of Ships for Everyone

    Norwegian’s five award-winning ships cruising The Last Frontier offer a wide variety of features, providing something for everyone to enjoy.

  • Youngest fleet cruising Alaska that includes two of our newest ships, Norwegian Encore & Norwegian Bliss — perfect for families
  • Smaller ships — Norwegian Jewel, Norwegian Spirit, and Norwegian Sun — allow for a more intimate experience


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    5.  Norwegian Exclusives

    Norwegian offers unique experiences in Alaska with an extended season (April–October) providing the rare opportunity to see the Northern Lights, and our incredible Fire & Ice cruises let guests explore the best of Hawai‘i and Alaska on one unforgettable vacation. Plus, Norwegian offers an exclusive opportunity for immersive Cruisetour experiences on cruises sailing between Seward and Fairbanks.

  • Fire & Ice cruises (calling on ports in Hawai’i and Alaska)
  • Extended season offering unique experiences (Apr-Oct; with opportunities to see the Northern Lights)
  • Local and authentic investments in the region: Icy Strait Point (Hoonah) and Ketchikan (Ward Cove)

  • Immersive Alaska Experience with Norwegian Cruise Line

    • Norwegian Cruise Line

    Imagine cruising just the way you want it: with no schedule to follow but your own. That is the freedom Norwegian Cruise Line provides in all our ships and itineraries. Indulge your taste buds at one of our wide-ranging dining options, or perhaps you would prefer a dinner and a show combination? Relax at some of the most spacious and modern staterooms in the cruise industry before venturing out to experience the shore excursion of your choice. Norwegian Cruise Line is the innovator in cruise travel with a 50-year history of breaking the boundaries of traditional cruising. Most notably, Norwegian revolutionized the cruise industry by offering guests the freedom and flexibility to design their ideal cruise vacation on their schedule with no set dining times, a variety of entertainment options and no formal dress codes: Freestyle Cruising!

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