Alaska Cruise and Land Tours
Adding on a land package (making your getaway a "cruisetour,") is a way to see even more of Alaska. You can go see North America's highest peak, visit charming pioneer towns, hike through Denali National Park, or go rafting. It also gives you an opportunity to check out Alaska's big cities, like Anchorage and Fairbanks. Turning your cruise into a cruisetour really gives you the best of both worlds--land and sea.
Anyone can create a cruisetour by adding a 3-7 day land package after a cruise. However, you get to decide whether you want your land tour to be escorted or independent. On an escorted tour—like on a cruise—transportation, accommodations, and meals will be included, while extras like flightseeing and rafting bring an additional charge.
Escorted
Pre-Packaged Large Ship Cruisetour
A packaged cruisetour takes all the stress out of your Alaskan vacation. When you make the transition from ship to shore, the transition will be seamless: you’ll stay with the group and, if you travel with a major cruisetour operator like Princess or Holland America Line, you’ll enjoy the same quality of service on land that you received at sea. You’ll never have to worry about a thing. Your luggage will arrive magically at each destination and your transportation will be pre-arranged to include the most luxurious railcars and motorcoaches in Alaska. See a large ship cruisetour itinerary below.
Small Ship Cruise + Land
The small ship cruise + land is a great alternative for those who still want a seamless experience, but also want to stop at less-visited ports where large ships can't go as well as stay at wilderness lodges when on land. The downside is that many such itineraries do not include Denali. However, you will still see equally beautiful destinations. See small ship cruise + land itineraries below.
Small Group Adventure Tour
This option is slightly different than the two above in that you will be dealing with different companies on land and sea. However, it gives you a guided itinerary on land with less of a crowd as group sizes are usually limited to 12 -16, and accommodations include small wilderness lodges. You can book a small group adventure tour after or before any large ship cross-gulf cruise.
Independent
After a relaxing cruise, does the possibility of charting your own course intrigue you? Then consider adding a self-guided land tour before or after a large ship cross-gulf cruise. They assure you’ll hit all the top-name attractions, but also have the freedom, flexibility, and choice to get away from the crowds and move at your own pace. Pre-book accommodations and day tours that suit your interests, then travel by rail, motorcoach, or rent a car for maximum flexibility.
Read about the four ways to turn a cruise into a cruisetour...
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Large Ship Cruise + Land Tour //Add one of these pre or post cruise land tours to any large ship cruise
Alaska Iconic Parks from Seward - 125
Land Package Type: Self-Guided Land Tours, Pre- or Post-Cruise Land Tours
An ideal land package for cruisers ending their voyages in Seward, this six-day trip includes an extra day to see the sites in Seward, an overnight in Talkeetna, and two nights in the Denali Park area.
Denali Essentials to Whittier - 144
Land Package Type: Self-Guided Land Tours, Pre- or Post-Cruise Land Tours
Cruising out of Whittier? This is the perfect pre-cruise land package to round out your Alaska vacation
National Parks Getaway - 124
Land Package Type: Self-Guided Land Tours, Pre- or Post-Cruise Land Tours
Before you leave for a cruise from Seward, take the time to see even more of the natural wonders that Alaska has to offer.
Direct to Denali from Whittier- 145
Land Package Type: Self-Guided Land Tours, Pre- or Post-Cruise Land Tours
Experience the majesty of Denali National Park.
Alaska Highway Cruises
This flexible and unique tour lets you take in some of Alaska’s most iconic highlights in a variety of ways. After your amazing Holland America cruise through the Inside Passage, you’ll pick up an RV and start exploring Alaska. Itineraries range from 11 – 29 days.
Small Ship Cruise + Land
UnCruise Denali & Talkeetna Wilderness Adventure
Complete your UnCruise adventure with our pre- or post-cruise land tour into Denali National Park, the Talkeetna Mountains, and Anchorage. Travel aboard the Alaska Railroad's deluxe Dome Train, hike in the Talkeetna Mountains, and enjoy presentations on natural history and Alaska Native Culture.
Discovery Voyages Brown Bear and Calving Glaciers
Visits: Anchorage, Whittier, Prince William Sound & Copper Basin, Lake Clark Nat’l Park & Prsrv
Explore a wildlife rich slice of Alaska, set in the scenic wilderness settings of Lake Clark National Park, and the Chugach National Forest Wilderness of Prince William Sound.
Discovery Voyages The Grand Alaska Journey
Visits: Anchorage, Denali National Park, Chugach State Park, Kantishna, Fairbanks, Whittier, Talkeetna, Prince William Sound & Copper Basin
Best of Prince William Sound & Denali National Park (Anchorage to Fairbanks)
Small Group Adventure Tour//Add these adventure tours to any cross-gulf cruise
Alaska Coast to Denali Adventure
Early June to Late August
Land Package Type: Adventure Tours
This weeklong Alaska trip offers an in-depth exploration of the magical worlds of two amazing and uniquely distinct national parks: Kenai Fjords & Denali. Travelers will love this convenient Monday through Sunday itinerary. Explore Alaska's spectacular Kenai Fjords National Park by kayak and small boat tours and then venture deep into the heart of Denali National Park to the region known as Kantishna. Along the way, visit the charming small towns of Seward and Talkeetna and finish off your Alaska adventure trip in style with a ride on the historic Alaska Railroad.
Alaska Wildland Collection
Early June to Early September
Land Package Type: Adventure Tours
Wilderness Alaska is expensive to access. This All-Inclusive adventure promises an in-depth exploration of the spectacular Kenai Peninsula and includes stays at three distinctive wilderness lodges including Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge, the only lodge within Kenai Fjords National Park. Along the way, enjoy an array of guided activities to match your interest and energy level, and relax with the comforts of delicious meals and private accommodations.
