If you are looking for a holiday somewhere completely different to the usual run-of-the-mill destinations, then a cruise to Alaska is worth some serious consideration.
And you wont be the only one putting it at the top of their must visit list as the awesome Alaskan wilderness is one of the most popular cruise destinations in the world and one which attracts many repeat passengers because of its unique appeal.
It is only by going on one of the many cruises to Alaska that you can fully experience the states extraordinary landscape, distinguished by imposing glaciers and breathtakingly beautiful star-studded night skies.
Alaska is the largest state of America in terms of land area and has a longer coastline than all the other US states combined.
When you choose an Alaska cruise you are able to observe nature at its most elemental, amongst snow-tipped peaks and glacial waters. Alaska cruises travel through a diverse range of natural phenomena from mountains, glaciers, fjords, ice fields and forests. And when you are on your Alaska cruise you will be able to observe eagles overhead while hump-backed whales gambol in the icy waters alongside the ship so pack your binoculars!
Your Alaska cruise will also stop off at a host of historic ports where you will also be able to learn about the ancient native culture and traditions of the region. A cruise to Alaska is a truly enriching and remarkable experience!
Cruises to Alaska offers the opportunity to explore far and wide beyond the states port-towns. Excursions on Alaska cruises include helicopter adventures, seaplane excursions, glacier walks, train rides into the wilderness and trips to the Glacier Bay National Park where you can observe seals and otters relaxing on ice floes.
The Alaska cruise season runs between May and October and most Alaska cruise ships commence their journey in Vancouver or Seattle and typically make one-week round-trips through the Inside Passage to the state capital Juneau which is accessible only via sea or air in the south of the state and other ports such as Skagway, along the coast north of Juneau, Ketchikan and Sitka which are situated south of the capital.
In fact so popular are cruises to Alaska that increasing numbers of cruise lines are creating more tours with different itineraries and additional new ports to attract repeat visitors as more and more people choose to cruise in Alaska every year.
To enquire about Alaska Cruises please contact our cruise travel agents or call us now on 0800 542 9021
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