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From its famous glaciers and northern lights sightings to its abundant wildlife and majestic national parks, Alaska offers so much to see. But navigating its vast landscape can be a challenge without the savvy guidance of a local. After consulting traveler opinion and expert input, U.S. News compiled some of the best Alaska tours to consider when planning your bucket list itinerary. Whether you want to try your hand at dog sledding, fly over Denali or observe bears in their natural habitat, there's a tour for you. Plus, many tour operators offer round-trip transportation to the various Alaska cruise ports, making them great options if you're looking for a convenient local excursion .

Phillips Cruises & Tours – 26 Glacier Cruise

Price: Adults from $189; kids from $125 Duration: 6 hours

Cruise through Prince William Sound and see more than 26 named glaciers aboard a high-speed catamaran as you enjoy narration from a Chugach National Forest Service ranger on this tour. With three decks and room for more than 300 people, the catamaran offers both outdoor and indoor viewing options with large panoramic windows. Cruisers also enjoy a hot meal, as well as coffee, tea and water – all complimentary. (Alcoholic drinks are available for purchase.) Reviewers highly recommend this tour, citing the crew's knowledge and attentiveness to safety, as well as the delicious food, beautiful scenery and ample wildlife sightings.

Tours depart at 12:30 p.m. between early May through September from Whittier, which is located about 60 miles southeast of Anchorage . The company also offers a shorter, four-hour Glacier Quest Cruise that travels through Blackstone Bay and features 10 glaciers.

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Ketchikan Kayak Company – Kayak Eco-Tour

Price: From $149 Duration: 4 hours

On this small-group kayak tour with just six tourgoers, you'll spend about 2.5 hours paddling through Clover Pass in Ketchikan, searching for wildlife like humpback whales, seals, sea lions, bald eagles and more. Upon returning to the marina, you'll enjoy smoked salmon and other snacks. Reviewers say this is a great trip for families thanks to the manageable pace of the tour, and report seeing lots of animals and sea life.

Tours run multiple times daily from May through September. The price includes round-trip transportation between the start of the kayak tour (Clover Pass Resort) and the cruise ship docks in downtown Ketchikan, a city on Revillagigedo Island in southeastern Alaska. This company also operates a combo hike and electric bike tour.

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Alpine Air Alaska – Glacier Landing Tour

Price: From $479 Duration: 1 hour

Spend about an hour in a helicopter flying over some of the state's most beautiful sights on Alpine Air Alaska's Glacier Landing Tour. Limited to six passengers, the tour takes you over multiple glaciers with the chance to spend 15 to 20 minutes exploring one on foot. The company also has a free shuttle service with pickup and drop-off from Anchorage and Girdwood-area accommodations. (Girdwood is about 40 miles southeast of Anchorage.) Reviewers describe the tour as a once-in-a-lifetime experience and say the scenery is jaw-dropping.

Flights depart daily, year-round at multiple times a day (typically between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.). Alpine Air Alaska offers a variety of flight options, as well as a dog-sledding tour, a tour of Prince William Sound and more.

Rust's Flying Service – Discover Denali National Park

Price: From $575 Duration: 3 hours

Fly from Anchorage with an Alaska bush pilot to see Denali from the skies before landing for a 15- to 20-minute photo-op (weather permitting). During the flight, you'll soar over Alaskan wilderness – keeping an eye out for wildlife like moose and bears – to see glaciers, ice falls and lakes. You'll also be equipped with a two-way headset to communicate with your pilot and fellow passengers. The company also offers a free shuttle to Anchorage-area hotels during the summer months. Tourgoers describe this flight as amazing and highly recommend it, calling it a "must do."

Tours depart daily; exact departure times vary. Rust's Flying Service also offers tours of Prince William Sound, Anchorage and an Alaska Glacier and Wildlife Tour.

Alaska Wildlife Guide – Northern Light & Arctic Circle Tour

Price: From $290 Duration: 14 hours

During this daylong tour, you'll cross the Arctic Circle, take in Alaskan scenery and wildlife, and possibly see the northern lights as you make your way to and from Fairbanks aboard a small passenger van. The tour offers pickup and drop-off from Fairbanks accommodations and includes a bag lunch and a "Cross the Circle" certificate. Reviewers call this tour amazing and praise their tour guides, describing them as knowledgeable and fun. Travelers also appreciated the many photo stops.

Tours run between late August and early April. They depart most days (except Sundays) at 2 p.m. and return around 4 a.m. This outing is not recommended for children younger than 10. The company offers a variety of northern lights tours, as well as dog sledding tours, snowmobile excursions and more.

Rod's Alaskan Guide Service – Fairbanks Snowmobile Tour

Price: From $160 Duration: 1 hour

Explore Fairbanks' wilderness via snowmobile on this guided small-group trip. Keep an eye out for wildlife like moose, caribou, lynx and more, which you can best spot in the morning hours. Reviewers say that the snowmobiling is lots of fun and that guides are informative and safety conscious. Others gushed about the scenic trails and said the tour is suitable for beginners.

Participants must be at least 5 years old to ride and must have a valid driver's license to operate the vehicle. Prices include heated helmets, gloves, gaiters, jackets and boots. Tours run seasonally, from November through early April, at multiple times through the morning and afternoon. This company also offers guided ice fishing tours and dog sled tours.

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Major Marine Tours – 6 Hour Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise

Price: Adults from $219; kids from about $110 Duration: 6 hours

On Major Marine Tours' most popular cruise, travelers spend six hours in Kenai Fjords National Park, visiting an active tidewater glacier, whale watching, and spotting wildlife like seals, puffins and sea lions. A sandwich lunch is included on the narrated cruise, in addition to use of binoculars and live narration from the boat's captain. Tourgoers report spotting lots of wildlife and describe the captain and crew as insightful and helpful.

Tours depart at 8 or 11:30 a.m. daily May through mid-September (exact times vary by month). Major Marine Tours operates a variety of cruises within the national park ranging from four hours to more than eight hours.

1st Alaska Tours – 1-Hour Dog Sledding

Price: From $125 Duration: 1 hour

On this tour, you'll see the Alaskan wilderness by dog sled, riding with a musher who competed in the Iditarod, an annual long-distance sled dog race. Tourgoers describe the experience as fantastic, and highly praise the guides, who ensure participants feel safe. Reviewers also note that they have time to pet and interact with the huskies.

Optional round-trip transportation from Fairbanks accommodations is available for a fee. Tours include use of a blanket. Tours run several times a day in the morning and afternoon December through March, though specific times vary depending on the month and season. Short on time? You can also book a 30-minute tour.

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Kenai Fjords Tours – Kenai Fjords National Park Tour

Price: Adults from $195; kids from about $97 Duration: 6 hours

Cruise through Alaskan waterways and glaciers in Kenai Fjords National Park, spotting wildlife as you go, on this boat tour that also includes a hot lunch. Passengers describe it as a once-in-a-lifetime experience and praise the reasonable rates, boat amenities and friendly crew. This is a popular trip, so the company recommends securing your spot well in advance.

Tours, which depart from Seward, operate daily between early May and late September at 8 or 11:30 a.m., depending on the season. The company also offers a northwestern fjord tour and Resurrection Bay tour, among others.

Juneau Tours & Whale Watch – Juneau Whale Watch Tour

Price: Adults from $165; kids from $150 Duration: 3.5 hours

Spend about 2.5 hours on the water in search of whales, both humpback and orca, in Auke Bay. The tour also includes transportation from Juneau (in front of the Mount Roberts Tramway ) to the harbor. Boats are limited to either 24 or 49 people and are equipped with heated cabins, large windows and open decks. Reviewers appreciate the small boat, love seeing the whales and give the staff high praise for their willingness to answer questions.

Tours run daily from April through early October in the morning and afternoon. In addition to private whale watching tours, the company also operates seasonal shuttles to Mendenhall Glacier.

Above & Beyond Alaska Wilderness Adventures – Mendenhall Glacier Guided Hike

Price: From $199 Duration: 6 hours

Avid hikers may want to consider this tour with Above & Beyond Alaska, which passes through Tongass National Forest to the Mendenhall Glacier . Upon reaching the glacier, you'll walk along the edge, where ice formations, tunnels and tubes form (for preservation purposes, visitors are not allowed to walk on the glacier). The company warns that this is a strenuous 7-mile hike with steep, uneven terrain. The tour includes round-trip transportation from Juneau as well as all gear, such as trekking poles (participants must provide their own boots). Reviewers praise the tour, especially the knowledgeable, safety-conscious guides, and describe the experience as the highlight of their trip. Travelers also applauded the energizing snacks provided throughout the excursion.

Tours depart every morning from May through mid-September; exact departure times vary by day. This company also offers a Glacier Paddle Canoe & Trek tour, as well as wildlife tours.

Alaska Bear Adventures – Classic Day Trip

Price: From $935 Duration: 7 hours

Did you know that roughly 98% of brown bears in the United States live in Alaska? If getting close to bears and observing them in their natural habitat is a bucket list adventure for you, consider this tour with Alaska Bear Adventures. The Classic Day Trip departs from Homer Airport with a 45- to 60-minute flight over the Alaskan wilderness before landing on the coast of Katmai or Lake Clark national parks. You then hike to a viewing point and spend up to three hours viewing the bears in the wild. Tour-takers say both the flight and the bear viewing is amazing and absolutely worth the cost. They also highly praise their pilots (who also double as naturalist guides) for their attention to safety and knowledge of the bears.

Participants must be at least 10 years old. Tours are offered daily from mid-May through mid-September typically in the early morning and afternoon based on tides. Alaska Bear Adventures also operates tours through Brooks Falls and the McNeil River areas.

Alaska Tales – Mendenhall Glacier Tours & Whale Watching

Price: Adults from $219; kids from $199 Duration: 4.5 hours

This tour starts with a trip from Juneau to Mendenhall Glacier, where you have 45 minutes to explore the area, possibly taking a hike, visiting Mendenhall Lake or seeing a waterfall. Afterward, you'll spend two hours whale watching with a naturalist who will explain whale behaviors and answer questions. Reviewers say the tour is amazing, with plenty of time to see everything. What's more, participants describe guides as excellent and engaging.

Tours run daily May through September in the morning and afternoon (exact times vary by day). If you're short on time, you can book the 3.5-hour whale watching tour.

Seavey's Ididaride Dog Sled Tours – Wilderness Dog Sled Ride and Tour

Price: Adults from $99; kids from about $50 Duration: 1.5 hours

Have you ever wondered how dogs who compete in the Iditarod race stay in shape in the offseason? Find out on this dog sled tour through the Seward wilderness. You'll ride on one of the company's summer sleds, which are outfitted with wheels since there's no snow. As you mush across 2 miles of scenic rainforest, you'll hear stories from your guide about competing in the legendary race and caring for the animals. Afterward, spend some time in the dog kennels playing with husky puppies. Tourgoers highly praise this excursion, calling the guides experienced and the puppies adorable. They also point out there are many great photo-ops.

Tours run mid-April through September daily at a variety of times from 9 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. (though times may vary by month). The company also offers a day tour of Alaska.

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Sunny Cove Kayaking – Resurrection Bay Kayak Tour

Price: From $129 Duration: 4 hours

You'll start out this tour in Seward, where you'll hop in a van for a scenic, narrated drive to Lowell Point, where the paddling portion of the excursion begins. You'll spend about 2.5 hours paddling through the turquoise waters of Resurrection Bay, with an opportunity to see otters, harbor seals, eagles and salmon. Depending on the time of year, you may also stop for a short walk on the beach at Tonsina Creek to view spawning salmon (typically between mid-July and early September). Reviewers recommend this trip, assuring it's suitable for novice kayakers. They also describe the scenery as fantastic and say guides are well-versed in Alaskan wildlife. Many also report spotting whales during their tours.

Tickets include round-trip transportation from Seward. Participants must be at least 8 years old. Tours run from mid-May through mid-September at 7:30 and 11:30 a.m. daily. If you're looking for a more challenging tour, consider the company's daylong Caines Head Kayak & Hike Combo.

K2 Aviation – Denali Experience Flightseeing Tour

Price: Adults from $305; kids from $255 Duration: 1 hour

On this hourlong flight through Denali National Park, tourgoers fly past the snow-capped summit of Denali (depending on weather conditions) and admire multiple glaciers, icefalls and other Alaskan scenery. Keep in mind: The plane is small, with seating for 10 or fewer passengers. Reviewers heap praise on the staff at K2 Aviation and say the plane ride is smooth with beautiful scenery. Many called the trip spectacular and breathtaking.

Tours run daily year-round with multiple departures in the morning and afternoon from the village of Talkeetna, which sits about 115 miles north of Anchorage. K2 Aviation also offers this flight with a landing on Denali, as well as other routes through the park, including the Denali Flyer and Denali Grand tours.

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Denali Raft Adventures – Canyon Whitewater Run

Price: From $130 Duration: 3 hours

Raft down Nenana River rapids with names like "Razorback," "Coffee Grinder" and "Ice Worm" on this thrilling tour that starts at the entrance of Denali National Park. If you're a first-timer, consider an oar raft, meaning you can sit, hold on and enjoy the view while the guide paddles. If you'd rather be a more active participant, choose the paddle raft, which means you'll have to follow the guide's instructions on when and how to paddle. Tourgoers say this is one of their favorite whitewater trips and note that the company emphasizes safety. They also say guides are fun and adept at navigating the rapids.

Tickets include pickup from select Denali accommodations. Participants must be at least 12 years old. Tours run daily from mid-May through early September several times a day. Denali Raft Adventures also operates full-day rafting tours and scenic floats ideal for families with young children.

Anchorage City Trolley Tours – One Hour Trolley Tour

Price: Adults from $25; kids from $12.50 Duration: 1 hour

On this approximately 15-mile trolley tour of Anchorage, local guides will share information about the city while taking you by some of the most scenic views and top attractions like the Alaska Railroad, Earthquake Park and Lake Hood. Riders say the tour is a great way to get an overview of the top sights and learn about the history of the city in a short amount of time – a major draw if you're visiting Anchorage while on a cruise.

Tours run hourly from 9 a.m. to as late as 8 p.m. (depending on the month) from mid-May through approximately the third week of September. The company also operates a "deluxe" version of this tour that spans about two hours and includes photo stops.

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Alaska Railroad – Coastal Classic

Price: Adults from $96; kids from $48 Duration: 15 hours

Traveling what is often considered the most beautiful section of the Alaska Railroad , the Coastal Classic train departs from Anchorage, making its way to Seward, passing through the wilderness of the Kenai Peninsula and along Resurrection Bay. With a seven-hour layover in Seward, passengers can spend the time exploring the bay or Kenai Fjords National Park. Reviewers highly recommend the experience, praising the gorgeous scenery and the tasty onboard meal. Many travelers also recommend upgrading to the GoldStar Service fare for the chance to sit in the train cars with glass-dome ceilings and access to the upper level outdoor viewing platforms.

The train runs between mid-May and late September. Alaska Railroad has five different trains, operating routes between Seward and Fairbanks.

Bering Sea Crab Fishermen's Tour

Price: Adults from $219; kids from $169 Duration: 3 hours

Learn about crab fishing in Alaska from a crew who appeared on "Deadliest Catch" on this tour. Aboard the Aleutian Ballad, you will get to watch the crew pull in crabs, get a glimpse of the sea creatures that they release back to the ocean and spot wildlife on nearby land. Tourgoers say this experience is tons of fun and worth the price. They also report seeing lots of bald eagles.

Travelers must be at least 5 years old to participate. Tours are available most days late April through mid-October at varying times in the morning and afternoon. Trips depart from Ketchikan. The Aleutian Ballad is docked at the same pier as the cruise ships, meaning additional transportation isn't necessary if you're in town with a cruise.

Frequently Asked Questions

Travelers can tour Alaska in a variety of ways, including by cruise ship, tour boat, snowmobile, guided hike, dog sled and more. Visitors can also opt for specialized tours to enjoy some of Alaska's top things to do , like see the northern lights and explore various national parks. Read on to see some of the best ways to tour Alaska.

• Cruise: Alaska cruises are one of the most popular ways to tour The Last Frontier, and you can choose the best time to visit based on your interests (such as wildlife viewing, fishing and more). Take a look at our best Alaska cruises and read up on the best time to cruise to Alaska before booking your trip. You can also check out our picks of the best Alaska cruise deals to get the most bang for your buck.
• Dog sled: Hop aboard a dog sled tour to traverse the Alaska wilderness for an adventure you won't soon forget.
• Helicopter: Seeing Alaska from above offers incomparable views of snow-capped mountains, glaciers and other breathtaking scenery.
• Tour boat: A sightseeing tour aboard a small passenger boat promises wildlife sightings (think: whales and birds), gorgeous views and manageable crowds.
• Train or trolley: Explore the quaint cities of Alaska on a train or trolley tour; the ability to hop on and hop off at your leisure is a great way to see the sights at your own pace.
• Northern lights: There are a variety of tours and places to see the aurora borealis in Alaska. Check out the best times and places to see the northern lights in Alaska to get your timing exactly right.

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"It was my first group trip and also my first camping trip. I have to say it was one of the best trips I've been on. It was an adventure! We were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights at Remote Camp. Tory and Dave took care of everything and made sure everyone had a great time. No matter what problem you had, they always helped each other! Dave cooked delicious food, we had marshmallows by the fire in the evening and it felt like family. It's a great tour and I can only recommend it to anyone! It certainly wasn't my last tour with Infinite Adventure! Many thanks to Tory, Dave and Natalie (who you could ask any question you wanted to know beforehand) for this unforgettable time! :)

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This eight-day, seven-night escorted tour begins and ends in Anchorage, traveling to Denali National Park and Talkeetna, as well as Seward and Kenai Fjords National Park. Throughout the tour side excursions showcase the natural beauty and abundant wildlife of Alaska. This can range from Dall sheep in Denali Park to seabirds in the bay waters outside Seward. Except for a scenic train ride between the Denali Depot and Talkeetna, all travel is done by deluxe motorcoach. The tour group is led by a dedicated Alaskan tour director.

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• Travel more than 120 miles through the backcountry of Denali National Park on a narrated bus tour.
• Experience superior service and dome window views aboard the Wilderness Express luxury train.
• Take a glacier and wildlife cruise deep into Kenai Fjords National Park.
• Enjoy welcome and farewell dinners with your tour director and travel group.

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This escorted National Park tour is an ideal choice if you like the idea of traveling with a group and having an experienced guide available to answer questions and coordinate trip details. Out of other available escorted tours , this is also the only itinerary that includes Seward and Kenai Fjords National Park, a must for anyone who wants to see Alaska's coastal wilds.

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Fly into Ted Stevens International Airport. A tour representative will meet you at the airport, assist with luggage, and take you to your hotel.

Overnight Anchorage.

After breakfast you'll board a deluxe motorcoach to Denali National Park. The coach makes several stops along the way, taking advantage of pretty views for well-timed breaks. Tonight, join your tour director and the rest of your travel group for a welcome dinner.

Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight Denali.

Today the group ventures into Denali National Park on a Tundra Wilderness Tour. It's not uncommon to see caribou, Dall sheep, and even grizzly bears on this narrated bus tour down the only road into the park. There's time after arriving back in the Denali Park entrance area for independent exploration and optional tours. Take a guided hike, a flightseeing tour, or a trip to a sled dog kennel. The choices are many.

Breakfast and snack included. Overnight Denali.

The morning is yours to spend at your leisure or on an optional tour. At midday you'll board the Wilderness Express dome railcar service heading south to Talkeetna. This specialty service offers upper-level passenger seating under full dome windows for the best views of the passing forests, mountains, and rivers.

Breakfast included. Overnight Talkeetna.

Your group's journey continues south to Seward by motorcoach. You'll pass through Anchorage again, then round the Turnagain Arm, into the Kenai Mountains, and down through spruce forests to the bayside town.

Breakfast and snack included. Overnight Seward.

Spend the morning exploring Seward on your own before heading to the Small Boat Harbor for a glacier and wildlife cruise. The cruise takes you out of Resurrection Bay, the inlet on which Seward sits, and into neighboring Kenai Fjords National Park. There's so much to see out in this deep blue water: Seabirds, sea lions, enormous tidewater glaciers, and possibly even a whale or two.

Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight Seward.

You'll return to Anchorage by motorcoach in time for a short city tour and visit to the Anchorage Museum. Tonight, cheers to the fantastic trip with a group farewell dinner.

Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight Anchorage.

Your trip concludes with a transfer to the Ted Stevens International Airport.

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Whether you're in it for the sightseeing, wildlife spotting or relaxing among glaciers, there's an Alaska cruise for you

Alaska is among the most popular summer vacation destinations since it’s (pretty much) the only time of year the state offers warm, sunny weather and hours of extra daylight (on my summer 2022 trip here, I remember looking at my iPhone and being surprised that the sun still hadn’t set by 9pm!). In my opinion, cruising is, by far, the best way to experience the massive state and all the beauty it has to offer since you won’t need to drive or hop on a handful of flights; plus, you’ll only need to unpack once! (The views, of course, are just the icing on the proverbial cake.)

As you scroll through our top picks for the best Alaska cruises, it’s worth noting that most options include scenic cruising through Alaska’s Inside Passage, a 500-mile-long coastal route world-renowned for its wildlife, glaciers and postcard-worthy scenery. (I’ll never forget the awe I felt when watching a whale breach from the 11th deck of my cruise ship or the glacier-studded views I ogled from the comfort of my private balcony.)

Below, I’ve broken down the best Alaska cruises for every type of traveler, including budget-conscious cruisers, adventure-seekers and luxury lovers alike.

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1.  Holland America Line’s Alaskan Explorer

Best overall experience.

Cruises from: Seattle (roundtrip) Sailing dates: May through September 2024

I was fortunate enough to cruise Alaska with Holland America back in August 2022 aboard the line’s uber-popular, aptly named Alaskan Explorer itinerary. Cruising roundtrip from Seattle, the seven-day journey features scenic cruising through Stephens Passage before arriving in Juneau, where my sister and I embarked on my favorite shore excursion of the trip: A dog sledding adventure! The following day, we cruised through Glacier Bay before arriving at Icy Strait Point for a few hours, which we spent whale-watching—to this day, it is one of my most cherished travel memories. Afterward, we headed to Sitka, where we went rafting and spotted wildlife like puffins and adorable sea otters before wrapping up the adventure in the final two ports of call, Ketchikan and Victoria, British Columbia.

The onboard offerings were equally impressive, with nightly live music and some of the best fish and chips I’ve ever eaten (Holland America is the first cruise line to serve 100 percent fresh and certified sustainable Alaska seafood on board). Just this year, the line unveiled its Glacier Guarantee : Guests are guaranteed to visit a glacier during their sailing; otherwise, they’re entitled to a Future Cruise Credit equal to 15 percent of their cruise fare.

2.  Celebrity Cruises’ Alaska Dawes Glacier

Best upscale option.

Cruises from: Seattle (roundtrip)

Sailing dates: May through August 2024

Celebrity Cruises offers an upscale onboard experience with plenty of chic hangout spaces, stylish restaurants and contemporary staterooms. For the first time, the spectacular 2019-era Celebrity Edge—known for its 29 restaurants bars and lounges plus innovative spaces like the Magic Carpet , which the line has deemed “the world’s first cantilevered, floating platform that reaches heights of 13 stories above sea level”—will homeport in Seattle. She’ll cruise to Alaska via the seven-night Alaska Dawes Glacier itinerary, including scenic sailing through Endicott Arms and the Inside Passage. As you can likely tell by its name, guests aboard this itinerary will cruise alongside the striking Dawes Glacier, which stands over 600 feet tall and can be further inspected via a thrilling shore excursion. Ports of call include Juneau, Skagway and Victoria (British Columbia).

3.  Crystal’s Vancouver to Vancouver

Best luxury cruise.

Cruises from: Vancouver (roundtrip) Sailing dates: July 2024

For a truly memorable Alaska sailing, splurge on Crystal’s seven-night Vancouver to Vancouver itinerary—and thank me later. As you can guess by its name, the 740-passenger Crystal Serenity will sail roundtrip from Vancouver, cruising through Canada’s glacier-studded Seymour Narrows before calling on Sitka and Skagway, respectively. Afterward, you’ll enjoy scenic cruising through the Endicott Arm fjord before one last port stop in Ketchikan. While in port, cruisers can embark on bucket-list-worthy excursions such as wildlife spotting tours, kayaking adventures and fishing. The on-board programming is equally impressive: All passengers, regardless of their room category, enjoy private butler service; Wi-Fi; a selection of wines, champagne, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages like water, soft drinks and specialty coffees; free gratuities; and one complimentary reservation to each of the two specialty dining restaurants, including the first and only Nobu at sea (yes, that Nobu).

4.  Lindblad Expeditions–National Geographic’s Exploring Alaska’s Coastal Wilderness

Best for wildlife spotting.

Cruises from: Juneau to Sitka and vice-versa Sailing dates: May through September 2024

Lindblad Expeditions and National Geographic have teamed up to offer a handful of one-of-a-kind Alaska sailings specially suited for true adventure-seekers. The Exploring Alaska’s Coastal Wilderness itinerary, which sails from Juneau to Sitka and vice-versa (depending on your desired sail date), invites cruisers to experience Alaska’s natural landscapes and wildlife up close and personal with guidance and unique insight from an onboard expedition team . Along the way, partake in adventures like hiking through forests, cruising around icebergs via Zodiac, or searching for puffins and mountain goats in Glacier Bay National Park. Little ones can also partake in the fun: Children and teens can learn more about Alaska’s landscapes and wildlife with the National Geographic Global Explorers family program. Cruisers will sail on one of two 100-person vessels, National Geographic Quest or National Geographic Venture, both offer a shallow draft that, per the website, allows the ships’ captains to “navigate the inner reaches and provide more intimate experiences.”

5.  Alaskan Dream Cruises’ 2024 Ice of the Inside Passage

Best small-ship option.

Cruises from: Sitka to Ketchikan

Sailing dates: May through August 2024 This brand-new itinerary from Indigenous-owned Alaskan Dreams Cruises is ideal for cruisers craving an authentic small-ship experience. The eight-day voyage departs from Sitka aboard the 49-passenger Baranof Dream. From there, you'll enjoy scenic cruising through Glacier Bay National Park. It’s also worth noting that, because of the ship’s small size, guests can gain an up-close view of seven different glaciers, including Margerie, Grand Pacific, Mendenhall, Sawyer, South Sawyer and Dawes glaciers, plus a high-speed jet-boat excursion to LeConte Glacier.

After cruising Glacier Bay National Park, it’s off to Juneau, followed by more scenic sailing through the Tracy Arm and Endicott Arm fjords (the latter can be explored via kayak or skiff expedition). This itinerary is also unique since it includes a Kasaan stop where guests can immerse themselves in Alaska's native culture by visiting the Haida community. The final port of call, Ketchikan, is known as “The Salmon Capital of the World.”

6.  Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ Flavors of Alaska

Cruises from: Vancouver to Seward

Sailing dates: June 2024

Cruise the Last Frontier in style with Regent Seven Seas aboard the Seven Seas Explorer, which offers all-suite accommodations equipped with private balconies for soaking in the glacial views. While there are several Alaska itineraries to choose from, Flavors of Alaska , which sails from Vancouver to Seward, is among our favorites since it includes (pretty much) all of Alaska’s most popular ports of call, including Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway and Icy Strait Point, with Hubbard Glacier scenic cruising. As such, it’s an excellent choice for first-time visitors to Alaska. It’s also worth noting that this particular voyage offers up to 50 free excursions, including rainforest and glacier hikes, whale-watching adventures, kayaking and fishing. While this luxury cruise line isn’t cheap, it offers excellent value with numerous amenities already included in the price, such as specialty dining, transfers between the airport and ship, an open bar package, roundtrip air on domestic flights, gratuities and two-for-one fares.

7.  Norwegian Cruise Line’s Alaska: Dawes Glacier, Juneau & Ketchikan

Best for families.

Cruises from: Seattle (roundtrip) Sailing dates:  May through September 2024

Norwegian Cruise Line is renowned for its casual, come-as-you-are atmosphere—for example, there are no set dining times—and breadth of activities and amenities. As such, it’s safe to say this mega-ship line is ideal for families of all ages. This summer, gather the family for an epic Alaska sailing aboard the aptly named Norwegian Bliss, which offers thrilling activities like go-kart racing and laser tag. The itinerary is equally impressive as the vessel itself: After setting sail from Seattle, it’s off to scenic Sitka. The following day, you’ll explore Juneau before scenic cruising through Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier. Passengers will then visit Icy Strait Point (home to the state’s largest native Tlingit village, as well as awe-inspiring wildlife, including orcas and humpback whales, which, if you’re lucky, can be spotted straight from the ship). The final Alaskan port of call, Ketchikan, is renowned for its colorful Creek Street, a former red light district turned tourist attraction, where you can also spot salmon swimming upstream (and even the occasional otter or two). Before heading back to Seattle, you’ll visit Victoria, British Columbia, which just so happens to be one of my favorite ports of call thanks to its charming shops and restaurants coupled with its bustling food scene (fun fact: It’s home to the highest number of restaurants per capita in Canada).

8.  Viking Cruises’ Alaska & The Inside Passage

Best adults-only.

Sailing dates: May through September 2024

Viking is renowned for its adults-only, all-inclusive cruises (think free spa access; Wi-Fi; one shore excursion per port; wine and soft drinks with onboard lunch and dinner; all-balcony accommodations). Cruisers aboard the line’s 11-day Alaska & The Inside Passage itinerary—where nobody is below the age of 18—enjoy visits to popular ports of call like Juneau, Sitka, Icy Strait Point, Skagway and Ketchikan, along with a stop in Valdez, a small fishing town known for its glaciers, waterfalls and scenic hiking trails, before disembarking in Seward, aka the gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park. The line is also known for its immersive shore excursions, including a visit to Saxman Native Village and animal encounters at the Alaska Sealife Center.

9.  Royal Caribbean’s Southbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier

Best budget option.

Cruises from: Seward to Vancouver

Royal Caribbean is known for its laid-back ambiance and bucket-list sailings aboard its mega-ship fleet, which offer something for everyone, be it water slides, skydiving simulators or escape rooms. With fares ranging from $299 to $625 depending on the date, the seven-night Southbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier aboard Radiance of the Seas—which offers completely complimentary activities like a rock climbing wall and Broadway-caliber entertainment, not to mention 11 dining options and several bars and lounges—is a great way to experience The Last Frontier without breaking the bank. After embarking in Seward, passengers will enjoy scenic cruising around Hubbard Glacier, followed by port stops in Juneau, Skagway, Haines (famous for its majestic wildlife, including bears and eagles), Icy Strait Point and Ketchikan. Before disembarking in Vancouver, travelers are in for one final treat: Scenic cruising through the Inside Passage.

10.  Princess Cruises’ Seven-Day Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park)

Best for foodies.

Culinary connoisseurs can sail to Alaska aboard Discovery Princess, which is among the newest Princess ships to cruise Alaska this season, and the Seven-Day Inside Passage (with Glacier Bay National Park) is one for the books since it calls on Juneau, Skagway, Ketchikan and Victoria (British Columbia), along with scenic cruising through Glacier Bay National Park. Also, as part of the line’s “North to Alaska” programming, passengers can partake in unique culinary experiences, including Cook My Catch at the new specialty seafood restaurant, The Cach by Rudi. This unique offering allows cruisers to consume their very own fresh catch caught on a fishing excursion. Foodies can also partake in an onboard salmon cooking demonstration led by expert chefs, along with a four-course seafood feast at the Crab Shack, a lunch pop-up found in the World Fresh Marketplace.

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Judge rejects call to immediately shut down Alex Jones’ Infowars in bankruptcy dispute

(AP) - After a weekend in which conspiracy theorist Alex Jones warned that his media company faced an imminent shutdown by the federal government because of his bankruptcy cases, a judge on Monday allowed Jones to keep operating for the next two weeks while it is decided whether his assets should be liquidated.

Both Jones and his company, Free Speech Systems, filed for bankruptcy reorganization after he lost two lawsuits and was ordered to pay $1.5 billion to relatives of victims of the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. They sued Jones for calling the shooting that killed 20 first graders and six educators in Newtown, Connecticut, a hoax, claiming defamation and infliction of emotional distress.

The families have opposed Jones’ reorganization plans. On Sunday, they filed an emergency motion to convert Free Speech Systems’ bankruptcy reorganization into a liquidation, saying Jones has not made progress in showing how he will pay the lawsuit judgments.

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Christopher Lopez in Houston said Monday that he will address the motion on June 14, when a decision on whether to liquidate Jones and his company’s assets is expected.

Jones went on his web and radio show over the weekend with “emergency broadcasts” claiming Free Speech Systems, including his Infowars broadcasts, were going to be shut down at any minute by the federal government and bankruptcy system. That did not happen. At one point, he urged his followers to form a human chain around his studio in Austin, Texas, to protect it.

Some of Jones’ comments came in profanity-laden rants, and Jones appeared to cry at points.

“There’s really no avenue out of this,” Jones said on his show Sunday. “I’m kind of in the bunker here. And don’t worry. I’ll come back. The enemy can’t help but do this attack.”

On Saturday, Jones was defiant, saying “At the end of the day, we’re going to beat these people. I’m not trying to be dramatic here, but it’s been a hard fight. These people hate our children.”

The broadcasts were in response to apparent disputes between Jones, a chief restructuring officer appointed by the bankruptcy court to oversee Jones’ company and another company that supplies the nutritional supplements Jones sells on his shows, according to lawyers in the bankruptcy cases. Jones made disparaging comments about the restructuring officer over the weekend, one of the lawyers said.

The other company that supplies the supplements, PQPR Holdings Limited, is actually mostly owned by Jones. A lawyer for PQPR said in court Monday that the company opposed allowing Free Speech Systems and Infowars to continue operating until June 14, alleging Jones was being uncooperative in the bankruptcy discussions and calling for an immediate closure of Free Speech Systems.

The PQPR attorney, Stephen Lemmon, told the judge that there was no agreement to allow Free Speech Systems to continue operating after Monday.

“We think that everybody is better off if this just gets shut down right now,” Lemmon said.

Annie Catmull, a lawyer for Free Speech Systems, asked the judge to continue allowing the company to operate.

Lopez, the judge, ruled that the company can continue to pay employee wages and other expenses until June 14, after asking the lawyers to “take the temperature down” in their arguments.

Christopher Mattei, a lawyer for the Sandy Hook families, claimed Jones was “manufacturing a crisis” about the threat of being shut down imminently, noting that the dispute was between two Jones-owned companies. PQPR also claims Free Speech Systems owes it millions of dollars in unpaid bills for the nutritional supplements, a debt called bogus by the families’ attorneys.

Jones’ lawyers have been unable to reach an agreement over the past several months with the families’ lawyers on how to resolve the bankruptcy cases. Jones’ lawyer recently said in court that the cases appear headed to liquidation or may be withdrawn.

Liquidation could mean that Jones would have to sell most of what he owns, including his company and its assets, but could keep his home and other personal belongings that are exempt from bankruptcy liquidation. Proceeds would go to his creditors, including the Sandy Hook families.

If the cases are withdrawn, it would put Jones back in the same position he was in after the $1.5 billion was awarded in the lawsuits and it would send efforts to collect the damages back to the state courts where the verdicts were reached.

The families of many, but not all, of the Sandy Hook victims sued Jones and won the two trials in Connecticut and Texas.

The relatives said they were traumatized by Jones’ comments and the actions of his followers. They testified at the trials about being harassed and threatened by Jones’ believers, some of whom confronted the grieving families in person saying the shooting never happened and their children never existed.

According to the most recent financial statements filed in the bankruptcy court, Jones personally has about $9 million in assets including his $2.6 million Austin-area home and other real estate. He also listed his living expenses at about $69,000 for April alone, including about $16,500 for expenses on his home including maintenance, housekeeping and insurance.

Infowars’ parent company, Free Speech Systems, which employs 44 people, had nearly $4 million in cash on hand at the end of April. The business made nearly $3.2 million in April, including from selling the dietary supplements, clothing and other items that Jones promotes on his show, while listing $1.9 million in expenses.

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