This Princess cruisetour DA4 is a fantastic combination of exploration by sea and land. You’ll firstly cruise the Inside Passage of Alaska on their 7 night “Voyage of the Glaciers”cruise from Vancouver sailing northward. You will visit the classic ports such as Ketchikan, Juneau, and Skagway, and then enjoying scenic cruising past Hubbard Glacier and College Fjord. This segment of the journey immerses guests in the dramatic natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest and Gulf of Alaska — fjords carved by ancient ice, rainforest-trimmed shorelines, and wildlife rich waters where humpback whales and sea lions frequent the bays. The Inside Passage itself is steeped in maritime history, having been used for centuries by Indigenous peoples such as the Tlingit and later by early explorers and prospectors during the Klondike Gold Rush of the late 1800s.
After the cruise portion ends in Whittier, Alaska, the post-cruise land experience begins with a scenic rail journey aboard Princess’ Direct-to-the-Wilderness train trip through rugged mountains and forested valleys to Denali National Park, home to Denali — the tallest mountain in North America at 20,310 feet. For three nights at the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge, you can explore this vast and iconic landscape. Here, included excursions like the Natural History Tour offer opportunities to spot Denali’s “Big Five” — grizzly bears, moose, wolves, caribou, and Dall sheep — while learning about the park’s geological formation, Indigenous Athabascan heritage, and the history of conservation in the region. Denali’s story reflects centuries of Indigenous stewardship long before it became a protected area, evolving into an enduring symbol of Alaska’s wild frontier.
During your extended time in the Denali area, there’s a rich range of experiences beyond the lodge itself (additional costs apply). You might choose flightseeing tours that take you over glacial valleys and frozen rivers, rafting or riverboat excursions on the Nenana River, or visits to husky homesteads that showcase Alaska’s dog sledding traditions dating back to early Arctic explorers. These activities not only offer adventure but also connect you to the cultural and natural history of the Last Frontier, from early mining and exploration eras to contemporary wilderness conservation. On quieter days, simply relaxing on the lodge deck with views of the surrounding landscape gives a sense of Alaska’s vast scale and serenity that has drawn artists, adventurers, and nature lovers for over a century.
After your stay in Denali you will enjoy a scenic coach tour back to Anchorage – Alaska’s largest city and cultural hub, where you stay overnight. Here you can explore the Alaska Native Heritage Center, museums chronicling the region’s history, or enjoy locally caught salmon and seafood that reflect Anchorage’s place as a gateway between wild Alaska and modern life. Anchorage sits at the confluence of rail, sea, and highway routes, and its history stretches from Indigenous Dena’ina settlements to its growth as a logistical center during the Alaska Railroad construction and later during World War II. This blend of wilderness access and cultural depth makes Anchorage a fitting end to the land portion of your Alaska Cruisetour before you return home.
Below are the cruise options. There is one option that provides you a link to ALL the 2026-2027 departures. There is also a number of options that outlines just one departure – this departure offers you extra onboard spending money.
