Princess Cruises Unveils 2027 Alaska Season
With nearly sixty years of experience navigating the spectacular coasts of Alaska, Princess Cruises has announced its most expansive season ever for 2027.
Eight elegant ships, five lodges nestled in the wilderness, and a variety of itineraries promising increasingly immersive experiences among glaciers, wildlife, and local culture: this is how the company, recognized as a leader in Alaska travel, prepares to offer a memorable season that will exceed even the most discerning travelers’ expectations. A proposition built on decades of know-how, blending adventure and comfort in perfect balance, continuing to set new standards for experiential tourism in the most remote and captivating regions of the world.
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Among the most anticipated highlights is the return of the Star Princess, a next-generation Sphere Class ship, ready to sail the waters of the Inside Passage with seven-night cruises departing from Seattle. Designed to offer maximum comfort and environmental sustainability, this ship will be the centerpiece of a season unfolding across five embarkation ports: Seattle, Vancouver, Anchorage (Whittier), San Francisco, and Los Angeles. This variety of ports allows Princess to cater to very diverse travel needs, offering itineraries suitable both for those seeking a shorter, more focused experience and for those desiring a full immersion into Alaska’s nature and culture.
The 2027 season represents a significant evolution in Princess’s approach to discovering Alaska. Every detail of the offering is designed to bring guests closer to the authentic soul of this extraordinary land, both onboard and during shore excursions. Cruises include privileged access to four of the region’s most famous glaciers — Glacier Bay National Park, Hubbard Glacier, College Fjord, and Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier — providing spectacular views from private balconies and panoramic decks, as well as close contact with unique ecosystems and pristine landscapes. The ports visited by Princess ships add further charm to the itinerary: from Juneau, Alaska’s capital surrounded by mountains and ice, to Ketchikan with its totem poles and Tlingit traditions, passing through Skagway, Sitka, Haines, and Victoria, each stop is designed to offer an authentic glimpse into local history and culture.
One of the most representative itineraries is the renowned Voyage of the Glaciers, a seven-night cruise between Vancouver and Anchorage that includes two full days dedicated to glacier viewing, as well as an optional extension in the form of a fourteen-night Grand Adventure, ideal for those wanting to extend their journey with further sea explorations. But Alaska 2027 by Princess is not limited to cruising. The experience is enriched by exclusive Cruisetours — packages that combine the cruise with customized land adventures exploring the interior. Guests can stay in lodges immersed in nature, such as the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge or the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge, offering spectacular views and direct access to major national parks: Denali, Kenai Fjords, Wrangell-St. Elias, and, on some itineraries, even Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. The connection between ship and lodge is made even simpler and more efficient thanks to the exclusive Direct-to-the-Wilderness rail service, which provides direct access to the Denali area without additional transfers.
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The variety of itineraries offered, ranging from six to sixteen nights, provides unprecedented flexibility. Travelers can choose shorter experiences, ideal for a first discovery of Alaska, or opt for longer cruises perfect for those wishing to delve deeper into every facet of the region. Cruises of nine or ten nights aboard ships like Crown Princess or Royal Princess also stand out for extended stops, such as overnight stays in Juneau, designed to offer guests a deeper and more authentic experience in contact with the local culture and community.
Princess Cruises confirms itself again in 2027 as the absolute reference point for those wishing to explore Alaska in a refined, mindful, and adventurous way. What makes this experience possible is not only logistical efficiency and excellence of onboard services, but above all the constant attention to direct contact with nature, culture, and local history. All balcony cabins are designed to offer unobstructed and spectacular views of the glaciers, transforming every moment onboard into a privileged opportunity to experience the magic of Alaska unfiltered, immersed in an ever-changing panorama.
The success of this formula is also demonstrated by the numerous awards received over time: with over twenty “Best Cruise Line in Alaska” honors granted by magazines and industry operators, Princess continues to innovate without ever losing sight of its original mission. The 2027 season is not just a natural evolution of what has been built in the past, but a true expression of the desire to offer authentic, engaging, and top-level travel experiences capable of leaving a deep mark in the memories of those who participate.
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