Alaska cruises from Vancouver in 2027

Alaska cruises from Vancouver in 2027 — what’s on offer?

Vancouver is the natural gateway to Alaska cruising, and in 2027 the choice from this port is genuinely broad. Sailings range from short four-night tasters to extended voyages of up to 79 nights, with a median length of 9 nights — long enough to reach the glacier country in comfort. The mix spans round trips that return to Vancouver and one-way itineraries that end further along the coast, most commonly at Seward or Whittier in Alaska, giving you the option to explore both ends of the route.

Which lines sail Alaska from Vancouver in 2027?

Six cruise lines have strong Alaska programmes departing Vancouver in 2027, covering everything from mainstream ocean cruising to small-ship luxury:

• Princess Cruises — the most sailings of any line on this route, with itineraries well suited to first-timers and returning Alaska fans alike. The Princess 2027–2028 season brings a strong Alaska programme.
• Holland America Line — long established on the Alaska run, with a reputation for destination-focused itineraries and art-filled ships like Nieuw Amsterdam.
• Explora Journeys — a luxury ocean line with an intimate, resort-style approach aboard ships including EXPLORA III.
• Viking Ocean Cruises — all-suite, all-balcony ships including Viking Orion and Viking Venus, designed for travellers who want space and calm.
• Royal Caribbean — a lively mix of entertainment and outdoor adventure on ships including Serenade of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas.
• The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection — ultra-luxury small-ship cruising aboard Luminara.

If you are planning around Princess Cruises specifically, our Princess Cruises Australia 2026–2027 season launch page covers the full programme, and the Princess Cruises 2027 hub has the complete year at a glance.

Round trip or one way — which suits you?

Roughly half the sailings from Vancouver return to the same port at the end of the voyage; the other half are one-way itineraries that finish at a different port, most often Seward or Whittier in Alaska. On a one-way sailing, a domestic flight connects the two ends of the trip — and we can book that for you alongside the cruise, along with any hotels and transfers you need. If you would prefer to keep things simple and avoid arranging a return leg, a round trip departing and finishing in Vancouver keeps the logistics straightforward.

What about longer voyages — are there transpacific options?

A small number of sailings extend well beyond Alaska into the transpacific region, finishing at ports including Tokyo. These longer sailings — some running to 79 nights — suit travellers who want to combine an Alaska voyage with wider Pacific exploration. If you are flying from Australia, a cruise like this can anchor a longer trip: we can package the flights, the pre-cruise hotel night in Vancouver and any post-cruise arrangements at the far end into a single booking.

Ships sailing Alaska from Vancouver in 2027

Seabourn Encore

Seabourn’s approach is classical luxury — understated design that feels closer to a five-star hotel than a cruise ship, with elegant dining included as part of the fare. The Seabourn Encore cabins and deck plans are worth a look before you choose: the flagship Grand Wintergarden Suite (grade GR) runs to approximately 115 m² of living space, with its own private hot tub, and is significantly larger than the Owner’s Suites at 67 m² or the Penthouse Spa Suite at 83 m².

Nieuw Amsterdam — Holland America Line

Nieuw Amsterdam carries an extensive collection of art and antiques throughout the ship, which gives public spaces a character you notice within the first hour on board. Dining options are genuinely varied rather than formulaic, and there is a dedicated teen zone within the youth facility — useful if the trip involves teenage travellers. See the Nieuw Amsterdam cabins and deck plans to compare stateroom grades.

Serenade of the Seas — Royal Caribbean

Serenade of the Seas brings Royal Caribbean’s broad activities roster to the Alaska run: a rock climbing wall, basketball court, 16 bars and lounges, and acrobatic shows performed in the ship’s atrium. It suits travellers who want to stay active between port calls. Cabin options are set out on the Serenade of the Seas cabins and deck plans page.

Viking Orion — Viking Ocean Cruises

Viking Orion is an all-suite, all-balcony ship, so every guest gets outdoor space regardless of which grade they book. The Wintergarden — a bright, airy lounge around the main pool — is the social heart of the ship, and the spa and sauna make sense after a day spent watching glaciers from the deck. Compare suite layouts on the Viking Orion cabins and deck plans page.

EXPLORA III — Explora Journeys

EXPLORA III is the standout suite option for travellers who want genuine scale. The Owner’s Residence (grade OR1) offers 183 m² of living space plus a 132 m² outdoor terrace — the largest accommodation on board, and nearly twice the size of a Cove Residence. Check the full range on the EXPLORA III cabins and deck plans page.

Luminara — The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

Luminara offers small-ship luxury at the top of the market. The Residential Suite (grade Resi) provides 87 m² of residence-style space, with terrace access from both the living area and the bedroom — a layout that feels more like a private apartment than a cabin. See the Luminara cabins and deck plans for the full picture.

What do fares include?

Princess Cruises fare tiers

Princess offers 2 main fare levels on these sailings. The standard fare covers the cruise itself; dining, drinks and Wi-Fi are available to add on through the Princess Plus or Princess Premier packages. Princess Plus — available on many sailings — bundles 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to A$15 each (with a daily limit of 15 drinks), MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, unlimited digital photographs with 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating. Fare types such as early booking offers and last-minute rates also appear through the season.

Royal Caribbean fare types

Royal Caribbean sailings here include a standard cruise fare, a solo-traveller single occupancy option, and fare types such as last-minute offers and early booking bonuses with onboard credit. Note that any promotional pricing tied to specific booking windows applies to bookings made within those windows — our cruise experts can tell you what is current when you call.

Explora Journeys

Explora Journeys offers journey-only fares as well as airport-to-airport Sky & Sea packages that bundle flights, private transfers and hotel stays into a single price. If you want the most streamlined booking experience on a luxury sailing, this fare type is worth exploring with our team.

How much do Alaska cruises from Vancouver cost?

Prices start from A$740 pp* for Alaska sailings departing Vancouver in 2027. Discounts are available on a range of sailings — up to 46% off on one departure, though most reduced fares sit around 11% off the price previously listed for that cabin grade. Our Best Price Guarantee means that if you find the same cabin on the same sailing for less elsewhere, we will match it.

Getting to Vancouver from Australia

If you are based near an Australian capital, Vancouver is an international flight away rather than a multi-stage journey. We can book your flights, pre-cruise hotel in Vancouver, transfers to the pier and any post-cruise arrangements as a single DreamAway Package — one booking, one point of contact. On a one-way sailing that ends in Alaska, we handle the return domestic connection too, so there are no loose ends to arrange yourself.

Why book with CruiseAway?

CruiseAway is a cruise specialist — every booking is a cruise or a cruise-inclusive package, not a sideline. Our cruise experts know these ships and itineraries in detail, so when you are choosing between a round trip on Princess Cruises and a one-way luxury sailing on Viking, they can give you a straight answer about which suits your plans. The Best Price Guarantee backs every fare we quote.

We are also CLIA-affiliated, which means our team’s cruise knowledge is independently recognised. Browse the full range of cruises we offer, or look at the broader Alaska cruises 2027 programme if you are open to departing from other ports.

Other Alaska and Vancouver cruise options

If 2027 from Vancouver is the right filter for you, explore the Vancouver cruises page for the full departure picture, or the cruises from Vancouver to Alaska hub for an evergreen view of this route. If Alaska in a different year appeals, the Alaska cruises 2026 page covers the previous season.

Planning around a specific Princess itinerary? The Princess Cruises Australia 2027–2028 season launch covers the full two-year programme, and Princess Cruises from Sydney 2027 is useful if you are weighing up a Pacific sailing closer to home before committing to the Vancouver flight.

Royal Caribbean fans who want to compare options should also look at Royal Caribbean cruises from Sydney 2027, Royal Caribbean cruises from Brisbane 2027, and the Royal Caribbean Christmas cruise 2026 Australia page for a seasonal alternative.

*Prices are per person based on 2 people sharing, and are subject to change. This price is not kept up to date and therefore does not reflect live pricing and availability. Prices and any discounts shown were checked on 14 October 2026.

Where a discount is shown, it is a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing, not a comparison between cabin grades or against a brochure rate. Discounts and prices shown are not kept up to date: the reduction available now may be smaller, or may have ended, and prices may have changed.