Princess Cruises Unveils New Alaska National Parks Cruisetours for 2025-2026

Exploring the pristine natural beauty of America’s national parks remains a top travel trend, and Princess Cruises, the leading cruise line in Alaska, is set to expand its renowned cruisetours catalogue. The new itineraries offer guests more opportunities to discover awe-inspiring national parks, including Glacier Bay, Denali, Wrangell-St. Elias, Kenai Fjords, and Katmai. Following the successful launch of the 15-night National Parks Expedition cruisetour in 2024, Princess is now offering new variations, visiting from three to five national parks. These tours combine the cruise line’s award-winning “Voyage of the Glaciers” seven-day cruise with scenic rail travel and multiple days on land, featuring stays at four Princess-owned wilderness lodges. “There’s no better way to experience the breathtaking expanse of Alaska than by combining the luxury of a cruise with an immersive journey on land. Our expanded National Parks 2025 and 2026 cruisetours offer guests an array of exciting options that elevate their vacation experience,” said Terry Thornton, Princess Cruises Chief Commercial Officer. “Alaska is a land of towering glaciers, majestic peaks, abundant wildlife, and stunning beauty that stretches as far as the eye can see. With our seamlessly crafted cruisetours, guests are brought directly to the doorsteps of some of the world’s most iconic national parks, allowing them to explore and soak in the awe-inspiring natural splendour that makes this destination truly unique.” 2025 National Parks Cruisetours Lineup National Parks Expedition – 5 Parks in 15 Days

• 7-day Voyage of the Glaciers cruise
• 2 nights Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 2 nights Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 2 nights Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 1 night Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 1 night Anchorage

National Parks:

• Denali
• Kenai Fjords
• Glacier Bay
• Wrangell-St. Elias
• Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park Skagway

National Parks Explorer – 4 parks in 14 Days

• 7-day Voyage of the Glaciers cruise
• 2 nights Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 1 night Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 2 nights Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 2 nights Fairbanks

National Parks:

• Denali
• Kenai Fjords
• Glacier Bay
• Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park Skagway

Katmai National Park – 2 Parks in 9 Days

• 7-day Voyage of the Glaciers cruise
• 2 nights Anchorage

National Parks:

• Katmai National Park
• Glacier Bay

2026 National Parks Cruisetours Lineup National Parks Expedition – 5 Parks in 15 Days

• 7-day Voyage of the Glaciers cruise
• 2 nights Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 2 nights Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 1 night Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 2 nights Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 1 night Fairbanks

National Parks:

• Denali
• Kenai Fjords
• Glacier Bay
• Wrangell-St. Elias
• Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park Skagway

National Parks Explorer – 4 parks in 14 Days

• 7-day Voyage of the Glaciers cruise
• 2 nights Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 1 night Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 2 nights Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 2 nights Fairbanks

National Parks:

• Denali
• Kenai Fjords
• Glacier Bay
• Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park Skagway

National Parks Adventurer – 3 Parks in 14 Days

• 2 nights Fairbanks
• 2 nights Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 1 night Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 2 nights Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge
• 7-day Voyage of the Glaciers cruise

National Parks:

• Denali
• Kenai Fjords
• Glacier Bay

Did You Know?

• At 20,310 feet, Denali is North America’s tallest peak.
• Kenai Fjords National Park is home to the Harding Icefield, composed of about 40 glaciers.
• UNESCO World Heritage Site Glacier Bay National Park is the ancestral homeland of the Huna Tlingit people.
• UNESCO World Heritage Site Wrangell-St. Elias National Park is America’s largest national park.
• Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park preserves the history, structures, trails, and stories of the 1890s gold rush.
• Katmai National Park offers an intimate, in-person bear watching experience that millions of viewers tune in to watch from the park’s webcams every year.

During the Alaska season, which runs from April through September, Princess will sail seven ships in 2025 and eight ships in 2026, departing from five convenient home ports, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver, B.C., and Anchorage (Whittier). With 88 visits to Glacier Bay, Princess visits this spectacular national park more often than any other cruise line. Princess’ award-winning North to Alaska program enriches the onboard experience with local lumberjacks, Iditarod champions, and storytellers sharing their passions for Alaska. Other offerings include fresh Alaska seafood menus, a variety of shore excursions, and authentic commentary by Glacier Bay Park Rangers and Naturalists.