Vancouver to Alaska cruises in 2027

Alaska cruises from Vancouver in 2027 — what’s on offer?

Every sailing departs from Vancouver, giving you a single, convenient embarkation point for one of cruising’s great routes. Itineraries run from 4 nights to 79 nights, with a median of 9 nights — long enough to take in the glaciers and coastal scenery that make this region so compelling, short enough to fit around a holiday rather than a sabbatical. Roughly half the sailings are round trips returning to Vancouver, while the other half are one-way voyages ending at ports including Seward, Whittier and Seattle. On a one-way itinerary, a domestic flight connects the two ends — and we can book that for you as part of a Cruise1st Package.

Where do these sailings go?

The great majority of sailings concentrate on Alaska and the west coast of Canada, the region these itineraries are built for. Coastal scenery, calving glaciers, and wildlife are the signature of the route, with Juneau among the ports that appear regularly on itineraries through the region.

A smaller share of departures are transpacific voyages — longer crossings that use Vancouver as a starting point and carry on well beyond Alaska. Some of these disembark in Tokyo, making them a genuine option if you want to combine an Alaska sailing with time in Asia at either end. We can arrange the hotels and transfers around both ends of the trip.

Which cruise lines sail from Vancouver to Alaska in 2027?

Princess Cruises has the most departures, making it the most popular line on this route in 2027. Holland America Line is close behind — a line with a long history on the Alaska route. Explora Journeys and Viking Cruises both offer a strong programme here, while Royal Caribbean brings its larger-ship experience to the route. Rounding out the options, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection adds a boutique, ultra-luxury choice for travellers who want something smaller and more exclusive.

Which ships are sailing this route?

Several well-known ships are on sale for this route in 2027. Here is a closer look at 4 of them:

Seabourn Encore

Seabourn Encore delivers classical, understated luxury — the kind you associate with a five-star hotel rather than a resort ship. Elegant dining is complimentary throughout, and the ship’s design keeps the atmosphere genuinely refined. For those who want space, the Grand Wintergarden Suite (grade GR) spans approximately 115 m² of living space, includes a private hot tub, and is significantly larger than other suite categories on board.

Nieuw Amsterdam

Holland America Line’s Nieuw Amsterdam is a well-rounded mid-size ship, notable for its innovative dining options and an extensive collection of art and antiques displayed throughout the public spaces. Families travelling with teenagers will find a dedicated teen-only zone on board.

Serenade of the Seas

Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas brings a livelier atmosphere to the Alaska run. The Atrium hosts spectacular acrobatic shows, there are 16 bars and lounges to choose from, and active guests can head to the basketball court or rock climbing wall when the ship is at sea.

Viking Orion

Every cabin on Viking Orion is a suite with a balcony — there are no interior or ocean-view categories. The Wintergarden, a light-filled space alongside the main pool, is a signature feature, and the onboard spa includes a sauna. It is a ship built for people who want calm, considered travel rather than activity-led cruising.

What do the fares include?

Princess Cruises offers 2 main fare tiers on this route. The Princess Standard fare covers the cruise itself, with packages available to add on. The Princess Plus package — available as a fare type — includes 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to A$15 each (up to 15 per day), MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, unlimited digital photographs plus 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating. Fare types such as early-booking options and last-minute rates appear periodically, so it is worth asking our team what is current when you call.

Royal Caribbean fare types include standard cruise fares, solo fares for single-occupancy bookings, and promotional offers such as last-minute fares. Ask our team which fare types are available on your preferred sailing — they change regularly.

Explora Journeys offers its Journey fare as the base, with sky-and-sea fare options on some sailings that bundle the cruise with return flights and transfers. Speak to our experts to find out which options apply to your dates.

What are the cabin options like?

Cabin grades vary by ship, but across this route you will find everything from interior staterooms to full residence-style suites. Two of the most notable top-grade options are:

• Explora III — Owner’s Residence (OR1): A 2-bedroom residence of 183 m² with a 132 m² outdoor terrace, sleeping up to 4. It is the largest accommodation on board. See the full Explora III cabins and deck plans.
• Luminara — The Residential Suite (Resi): An 87 m² residence-style suite sleeping 2, with terrace access from both the living area and bedroom. See the full Luminara cabins and deck plans.

Our Australian cruise experts can talk you through every cabin grade across every ship — from the most affordable interior to the most spacious suite — and help you decide which works best for how you like to travel. That is exactly why booking with a specialist makes a difference over booking direct.

How much do Vancouver to Alaska cruises cost in 2027?

Prices start from A$740 pp* for sailings in this programme. Some sailings carry a discount of up to 46% from the price previously listed for that cabin grade — though that level applies to a single departure; most reduced sailings are around 11% off. If you see a price you like, our Best Price Guarantee means you won’t find it cheaper elsewhere, and our team can check what current fare types and promotions apply to your preferred dates.

Why book your Alaska cruise with Cruise1st?

Cruise1st is a cruise specialist — every offer we sell is a cruise or a cruise-inclusive package. Our Australian cruise experts are on hand seven days a week to help you choose the right ship, the right cabin grade, and the right fare inclusions for your trip. We back every booking with our Best Price Guarantee.

Because Vancouver is an international departure point, most travellers from Australia will need a flight to get there. We can build that into your booking as a Cruise1st Package — flights, hotel nights either side, transfers and tours, all on one booking, so nothing is left for you to sort separately. If your sailing ends in a different port — Seward or Whittier, for example — we arrange the return leg too.

Also worth considering in 2027

If you are planning a 2027 cruise holiday but want to explore other options, there is plenty more on offer. Princess Cruises’ 2027–2028 season launch covers the full programme across all regions, including the Alaska route. If you prefer departures closer to home before heading to Vancouver, Princess Cruises from Sydney in 2027, Princess Cruises from Brisbane in 2027, and Princess Cruises from Fremantle in 2027 are all bookable through Cruise1st.

For a broader look at all 2027 cruises, or for something completely different — South Pacific cruises from Sydney in 2027 or all-inclusive Mediterranean cruises in 2027 — our team can help you compare and choose. Royal Caribbean fans may also want to look at Royal Caribbean Christmas cruises in Australia for 2027, or Royal Caribbean from Brisbane in 2027. And if you want to look at Alaska cruises in 2026 as an alternative year, those are available too.

For the broader Alaska programme across all departure ports and years, see our Vancouver to Alaska cruises hub page, or browse the full Alaska cruises destination guide.

*Prices are per person based on 2 people sharing, and are subject to change. This price is not kept up to date and therefore does not reflect live pricing and availability. Prices and any discounts shown were checked on 14 October 2026.

Where a discount is shown, it is a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing, not a comparison between cabin grades or against a brochure rate. Discounts and prices shown are not kept up to date: the reduction available now may be smaller, or may have ended, and prices may have changed.