Forward of the 2026 Alaska season, Princess Cruises, the highest-rated cruise line in Alaska, is introducing 4 new Northern Alaska experiences along with returning visitor favorites. All eight Princess ships crusing in Alaska this season will characteristic the brand new programming: Star Princess, Coral Princess, Royal Princess, Ruby Princess, Grand Princess, Emerald Princess, Discovery Princess and Island Princess.
Princess’ award-winning, immersive North to Alaska program, first launched in 2015, brings native personalities, tradition and meals, connecting company to Alaska’s wealthy heritage, awe-inspiring landscapes and pure wonders by means of genuine choices, academic occasions and fascinating leisure each onboard and ashore.
Princess Cruises will sail its largest ever Alaska season in 2026, highlighted by the debut of its latest ship within the fleet, Star Princess. The in depth program consists of eight ships, 180 sailings and visits to 19 locations, providing vacationers an unparalleled array of Alaskan adventures by sea or through mixed land and sea cruises.
“Our North to Alaska program is designed to convey company nearer to the spirit, tradition and pure great thing about Alaska in ways in which solely Princess can ship,” stated John-Paul Lamb, Vice President of Leisure for Princess Cruises. “From assembly native consultants and native storytellers to immersive leisure and viewing scenic glaciers, these experiences permit our company to attach with Alaska each step of their journey.”
New Signature North to Alaska Experiences for 2026
The Glacier Expertise: A Signature Princess Day: Spectacular scenic cruises with up-close glacier views, knowledgeable narration, Park Ranger commentary from the bridge and on deck provided on choose Glacier Bay sailings, and entry to VIP viewing areas. They will additionally go to Ranger data desks, attend displays on the Princess Theater or Princess Enviornment, take part in Junior and Teen Ranger packages, and heat up on the open decks with scorching chocolate and consommé stations. Glacier Bay North to Alaska activations embrace:
What to anticipate: Ice and awe
Park Voices: Glacier Bay – Ranger and accomplice displays on board.
Stay Glacier Commentary – Scenic, real-time narration whereas viewing glaciers.
The Ice Entrance Opens – Entry viewing areas on the bow for unparalleled glacier views.
Welcome to Alaska: a can’t-miss presentation designed to assist company get probably the most out of their expertise in the best way that’s most significant to them. Provided as soon as per voyage and arranged by the Cruise Director, company can meet a naturalist, have interaction with presenters and be taught concerning the Northern Alaska program.
Après Sea: Elevated Submit-Journey Expertise: After a day of exploring, company are invited to calm down in a classy, après-ski impressed lounge, the place they will get pleasure from an elevated comfortable hour with scorching drinks and panoramic views; extends the magic of the day. Star Princess will host the Après Sea at The Dome, situated on the high of the ship with gorgeous views of the encircling panorama.
Candlelight Live performance Sequence: Hearth & Ice: Hearth & Ice expands on Princess’s present Candlelight Live performance Sequence and provides Alaskan aptitude with performances by Alaskan singer-songwriters, creating an intimate setting of heat and marvel, illuminated by dwell music, glowing candles and the magic of The Nice Land, provided solely twice per journey.
A style of the massive nation
Friends cruising Alaska’s majestic landscapes can now get pleasure from an equally inspiring culinary journey with new a la carte choices obtainable on the onboard specialty eating places. At Crown Grill, every plate presents artfully ready dishes to focus on daring, recent flavors expertly crafted to showcase the best seafood, together with Wild King Salmon, Alaskan Jumbo Lump Crab Cake and Jumbo Lump Crab paired with Butter-Broiled Lobster Tail. Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria enhances the expertise with halibut alla Mediterranea, a vibrant dish that brings collectively delicate, flaky halibut with brilliant Mediterranean accents. Collectively, these high-quality alternatives have a good time the spirit of Alaska whereas offering the refined eating expertise company have come to count on at sea.
North to Alaska – Acquainted favorites
Immersive Alaska experiences that convey Alaska to life
Nice Alaskan Lumberjack Present – introduced by choose axe-throwing recruits, participating trivia and an insightful presentation on Timbersports and the Port of Ketchikan.
Puppies within the Piazza – This enrichment program is accessible on all ships calling at Skagway and permits company to be taught extra concerning the historical past, story and tradition of the Alaskan Huskies. It options Iditarod champion Ryan Redington and pet sled canines in coaching.
Deadliest Catch – Choose sailings supply a particular presentation by captains and crew members from the hit TV present sharing their adventures and wild tales whereas working as crab fishermen within the Bering Sea.
Curated Speaker Sequence: Historical past and Cultural Practices Shared by Native Alaskans
A curated characteristic sequence from a number of the most dynamic and enriching audio system whose experiences converse to Alaska’s heritage and historical past, together with:
Rachel Moreno, a member of the Tlingit tribe. She is the great-granddaughter of a chief who married the daughter of one other chief. Rachel was the primary lady elected vice-chairman of her tribe and enjoys sharing her tradition with company.
Born and raised in Juneau, Patricia Adkisson is an Alaska Native with Tlingit and Alutiiq heritage. Her profession in public schooling revolves round sustaining a powerful and optimistic Indigenous cultural perspective.
Nick Jans, bestselling writer and one in every of Alaska’s most acknowledged and prolific writers.
Daryl Pederson, an Anchorage-based nature and studio photographer who has been capturing photos of the Northern Lights for greater than thirty years.
And far more!
Campfire motion pictures below the celebs
Snuggle below the celebs and luxuriate in a really distinctive film expertise with Campfire Films Beneath the Stars, set in opposition to the gorgeous pure backdrop of Alaska. Households collect below cozy blankets with popcorn to observe household classics and Alaska-themed motion pictures.
Stargazing nights
Out of doors stargazing is obtainable on choose ships when the sky is darkish. Friends will probably be led to a delegated space on the open deck of the ship. As soon as there, the lights on the deck are dimmed to create the right stargazing environment. An knowledgeable Exercise Employees member then provides a guided presentation about distinguished constellations seen within the evening sky.
The Nice Huge Journey – Alaska Version
The Nice Huge Journey challenges 9 daring survivors to navigate the rugged Alaskan wilderness seeking three important survival parts: meals, shelter and water.
Officers vs. Friends: Alaska Version
On this visitor favourite, officers compete in opposition to company in quite a lot of Alaska challenges, together with Tongass Bullseye (axe-throwing gentle set), Tumbling Timbers/Tundra Tower (big “Jenga”), Kodiak Catch, Lumberjack Tug of Warfare, Sailor Knot Tying Video games and the Fly Like an Eagle Problem.
Youth and teenage facilities
Particular actions convey the vacation spot to life for youthful cruisers, together with:
Glacier Bay Junior Rangers – This well-liked program invitations youth to finish exercise books, attend particular displays and earn a badge and certificates awarded in partnership with the Nationwide Park Service.
Gold Rush Adventures – Impressed by the Klondike Gold Rush, households are invited to embark on a legendary journey. Seeking gold, the contributors traverse the ship within the hope of turning into wealthy!
Nice Alaskan Expedition – A 3-hour team-based immersive expertise for youth and teenagers that includes an exciting journey into the guts of the wilderness, plus an expedition to land, sea and air.
With greater than 55 years of expertise crusing in Alaska, Princess Cruises continues to supply immersive voyages that convey company nearer to the individuals, landscapes and tales that outline The Nice Land with 5 handy departure ports, weekend departures from Seattle, versatile itinerary selections for 2026-2027 and seamless transfers.
Further details about the 2026 and 2027 Alaska seasons is accessible by means of an expert journey advisor or by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237).