Vancouver to Alaska cruises 2028

Alaska from Vancouver in 2028 — what’s on offer?

Vancouver is the natural gateway to Alaska, and the 2028 sailings reflect that: nearly every departure heads north through the Inside Passage and beyond, with itineraries ranging from short 4-night tasters to extended 37-night expeditions. The typical voyage runs around 9 nights, which gives you enough time to take in the glaciers, fjords and wildlife without rushing. Whether you want a round-trip that returns you to Vancouver or a one-way voyage finishing in Seward, Whittier or Seattle, you’ll find both shapes on sale here. A handful of longer sailings continue across the Pacific as transpacific crossings — more on those below. All 98 sailings depart from Vancouver, so for Australians this trip always begins with a flight to Canada; Cruise1st can book that flight, your hotel the night before, and any transfers as part of a single package.

Which cruise lines sail from Vancouver to Alaska in 2028?

Princess Cruises leads the 2028 season from Vancouver, with the widest range of departures. Explora Journeys brings its ocean-house style to the route with a strong showing, followed by Holland America Line — a line with deep roots in Alaska sailings. Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas and Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas bring a more activity-focused experience, while Silversea and Seabourn cater to those who want a smaller, more refined ship. Viking Cruises also has departures on this route. Between them, these lines cover a wide spectrum — from large resort-style ships to intimate ultra-luxury vessels — so there is a genuine choice rather than just a date choice.

If you’re also considering Alaska cruises departing from other ports in 2028, or you’d like to compare with Alaska sailings in 2027, Cruise1st can help you weigh up the options.

Round trip or one way — which is right for you?

Roughly half of the 2028 sailings are round trips returning to Vancouver, and roughly half are one-way voyages. A round trip is the simpler option: you fly into Vancouver, board and disembark at the same port, then fly home. You need no second domestic connection.

A one-way sailing opens up a different kind of trip. Many one-way itineraries finish in Seward or Whittier in Alaska, or continue south to Seattle. Rather than retracing the same coastline, you see more of it — and a short domestic flight links the disembarkation port back to an international hub. Cruise1st can book that onward leg, along with any hotel nights at either end, so you’re not left to piece together the return yourself.

Where do these sailings go?

Alaska and the Inside Passage

The great majority of 2028 sailings from Vancouver head into Alaska and the wider West Canada region — this is the heart of the season. The classic Inside Passage route threads between island-dotted coastline and towering fjords, calling at ports such as Juneau and continuing to tidewater glaciers that you can watch calve directly from the deck. Longer itineraries push further north to Seward or Whittier, giving you time to venture deeper into the Alaskan interior. This is where the bulk of 2028 availability sits, and it’s where you’ll find the widest choice of ships and price points.

Transpacific sailings

A smaller number of 2028 departures continue well beyond Alaska on transpacific crossings, finishing in ports including Tokyo and Yokohama. These are longer voyages — naturally suited to travellers who want to combine an Alaskan coastline experience with an Asia arrival. Because these are one-way sailings, Cruise1st can arrange your return flights from the disembarkation port as part of the package. If transpacific crossings appeal, browse our dedicated transpacific cruises page for the full picture.

USA West Coast

A small number of sailings track down the USA West Coast — worth knowing about if your travel plans take you in that direction after the cruise.

Which ships sail this route?

Below are the ships with the most sailings on this route in 2028, along with what makes each one worth considering. All first mentions link to each ship’s full page; cabin and deck plan pages are linked where we describe the accommodation in more detail.

Seabourn Encore

Seabourn Encore carries the most individual sailings of any single ship on this route. It’s an intimate, luxury vessel — the kind where the design is understated rather than flashy, closer to a five-star hotel than a cruise ship. Complimentary elegant dining is included across the board, and the experience is built around exclusivity rather than volume. For travellers who want to be known by name rather than cabin number, Seabourn Encore is the standout on this route.

The largest suite aboard is the Grand Wintergarden Suite (GR), with approximately 115–120 m² of living space and a private hot tub — significantly larger than the Owner’s Suites at 67 m² and the Penthouse Spa Suite at 83 m². See the full range of accommodation on the Seabourn Encore cabins and deck plans page.

Anthem of the Seas — Royal Caribbean

If you want a ship that keeps everyone busy, Anthem of the Seas delivers. The North Star observation capsule holds the Guinness World Record for the tallest viewing deck at sea — 300 feet above the waterline — which means that when you’re sailing past glaciers, you’re watching them from a height no other ship can match. On deck, the RipCord by iFLY skydiving simulator and SeaPlex bumper cars make this one of Royal Caribbean’s most activity-dense ships. The Two70° venue — a multi-deck space with 4K immersive performances and a Bionic Bar serving robotic cocktails — rounds out an evening in a way that’s genuinely different from a standard theatre setup.

Explore the full accommodation range on the Anthem of the Seas cabins and deck plans page.

Cabin grades on Serenade of the Seas

Serenade of the Seas offers acrobatic shows performed in the Atrium, 16 bars and lounges to choose from, plus a basketball court and rock climbing wall. The cabin range runs from compact interiors to a full Royal Suite:

• Inside cabin 1V — 15.8 m², sleeping up to 4; the most spacious standard inside cabin on board, roughly 1 m² larger than comparable categories
• Ocean-view cabin 1N — 25.6 m², sleeping up to 4; the largest standard ocean-view cabin, around 10 m² more space than other sea-view cabins in this category
• Balcony cabin 2D — 25.2 m² with a 12.2 m² private balcony, sleeping up to 4; more than 3 times the outdoor space of a standard balcony cabin
• Royal Suite RS — 88.4 m², sleeping up to 4; the largest suite on board, with around 34 m² more living space than the Owner’s Suite

Full details and deck plans are on the Serenade of the Seas cabins and deck plans page.

Eurodam — Holland America Line

Eurodam is Holland America Line’s signature ship on this route. The Music Walk experience spans 3 dedicated show venues, giving you a very different evening depending on which you choose. Daytime, there are cookery classes at the Culinary Arts Center and digital skills sessions at the onboard Digital Workshop — unusually practical for a cruise ship, and popular with guests who want something more than poolside time. See the full accommodation options on the Eurodam cabins and deck plans page.

Holland America also sails the Oosterdam on this route — cabin and deck plan details are on the Oosterdam cabins and deck plans page.

Explora III — Explora Journeys

Explora Journeys brings 15 departures to the 2028 Vancouver season, making it the second-most active line on this route. The largest accommodation aboard Explora III is the Owner’s Residence (OR1): a two-bedroom residence with 183 m² of living space and a 132 m² outdoor terrace — nearly twice the size of the next category down. It sleeps up to 4 and is the single largest unit on the ship. For cabin and deck plan details across all grades, see the Explora III cabins and deck plans page.

Silver Muse — Silversea

Silver Muse is Silversea’s entry on this route, and it carries the line’s hallmarks: personal, exclusive service and signature luxury experiences. It’s a smaller ship, which means you’re in port alongside fewer fellow passengers and the crew-to-guest ratio stays high throughout the voyage. Cabin details are on the Silver Muse cabins and deck plans page.

Other ships sailing from Vancouver to Alaska in 2028 include the Crown Princess and Coral Princess from Princess Cruises, and Viking Venus from Viking Cruises.

What do fare types include?

The answer varies by cruise line, and knowing what is and isn’t included upfront saves surprises on board. Here’s what the main lines offer on these 2028 sailings:

Princess Cruises

Princess offers 2 main fare tiers on these sailings. Princess Standard covers the cruise itself; drinks, Wi-Fi, crew appreciation and casual dining meals are available to add through a package. Princess Plus bundles in 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to A$15 each (with a daily limit of 15 drinks), MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, unlimited digital photographs plus 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating. The Princess 2027–2028 season launch covers the full range of Princess sailings for this period.

Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean offers fare types such as last-minute fares, early-booking bonuses with onboard credit, and a single/solo fare for guests sailing alone. Terms vary by sailing, so it’s worth speaking to one of our experts to confirm which fare type applies to your chosen departure.

Explora Journeys

Explora Journeys offers a Sky & Sea fare that bundles the journey fare with international return flights, private transfers and hotel stays — effectively an airport-to-airport package. Check with our team for the specific airports and terms that apply to Australian departures.

Are there any discounts available?

A good number of 2028 sailings carry a reduced price against what was previously listed for that cabin grade. The headline reduction reaches up to 37% on a single departure, though that is one sailing out of the set measured. Most reduced sailings are discounted by around 10%. The savings are real but they’re not page-wide — if a specific sailing catches your eye, call our team and we’ll confirm the current price and whether a discount applies.

How much do these cruises cost?

Fares start from A$908 pp* for 2028 sailings from Vancouver to Alaska. That is the entry-level price; luxury lines and longer itineraries sit at a higher price point. Our team can walk you through the full range — from a short inside cabin sailing to an extended suite booking on a five-star ship — and make sure you’re comparing like-for-like when it comes to what’s included.

For a broader look at what’s available across the 2028 cruises calendar, or to explore the full Vancouver to Alaska cruises programme across all years, both pages are worth a look. You can also browse all 2028 cruises if you’re weighing up other destinations alongside Alaska.

Make it a full holiday

Every sailing departs from Vancouver — which means every Australian guest needs to get there first. Cruise1st can put that together as a Cruise1st Package: flights from your home city, a hotel in Vancouver the night before departure, transfers between the airport and the cruise terminal, and any tours or shore excursions you’d like to add. If your itinerary is one-way — finishing in Seward, Whittier or elsewhere — we’ll sort the return leg too, so you’re not left figuring out the connection on your own.

Our Australian cruise experts are on hand seven days a week to help you compare ships, cabin grades and fare tiers, and to put the whole thing on one booking. That’s the practical advantage of booking with a specialist rather than going direct.

Also sailing in 2028 and beyond

If you’re considering departures from Australian ports around the same time, Princess Cruises from Sydney in 2028 and Princess Cruises from Fremantle in 2028 are both worth browsing. For round-Australia options, Princess Cruises around Australia in 2028 covers the domestic circuit. Those planning a Sydney harbour departure for New Year’s Eve should also check New Year cruises 2028.

If 2027 fits your plans better, Vancouver to Alaska cruises in 2027 has its own set of sailings, and Alaska cruises 2027 covers departures from other ports in that year. Princess fans planning ahead can also look at Princess Cruises around Australia 2027 and Princess Cruises from Brisbane 2027 for context on how the season shapes up.

For cruises departing from Australian cities in 2028, cruises from Brisbane in January 2028, cruises from Brisbane in March 2028, and 2028 cruises from Melbourne each cover a specific port and month. There’s also a 2028 cruises around Tasmania page if a closer-to-home voyage appeals alongside or instead of Alaska.

Royal Caribbean fans can also explore Royal Caribbean Christmas cruises 2027 from Australia and the latest Royal Beach Club Lelepa sailings. Princess travellers sailing the Crown Princess in 2028 or the Coral Princess from Australia in 2027 will find dedicated pages for both ships. For a broader look at Princess in 2028, Princess Cruises around Australia 2028 and Crown Princess 2028 sailings are both useful starting points.

*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.