Princess Cruises says its Alaska season for 2026 will be its biggest ever. Highlighted by the debut of the newest ship in its fleet, Star Princess, the program will feature eight ships, 180 departures, and 19 destinations, with a robust roster of Alaska adventures by sea, land, or both.

Now open for booking, the cruise line’s “Better Than Best Price Guarantee” incentive offers best rates and 120% of the price difference as an onboard credit if a lower rate is found before final payment. This promotion ends Sept. 2.

Highlights for Alaska in 2026 include:

Newest ship – Star Princess

For the first time, guests will have the opportunity to explore Alaska aboard a Sphere Class ship as Star Princess sails her first summer season in the state. Launching in fall 2025, the ship will feature innovative architectural spectacles like The Dome, the industry’s first geodesic structure, and The Sphere, a suspended glass Piazza.

Eight Ships

For 2026, guests can choose from 180 departures from five convenient ports aboard eight incredible ships, including the new Star Princess. Options include:

• Voyage of the Glaciers: Discovery Princess, Grand Princess, Coral Princess, and Island Princess will offer seven-day journeys to experience the breathtaking views of two Alaska glaciers – and Princess takes more guests to Glacier Bay National Park than any other cruise line. Itineraries are combinable for adventure-seekers, nature enjoyers and Alaska lovers to indulge in a 14-day Voyage of the Glaciers Grand Adventure.
• Inside Passage: Guests can experience seven- to 20-day cruises and up to four glacier-viewing experiences when they sail the Inside Passage and visit the highest-rated Alaska destinations and lesser-known gems from convenient homeports including weekend departures from Vancouver.
• Longer sailings:Guests who want to spend more time with Princess can opt for a 20-day Ultimate Alaska Solstice on Ruby Princess sailing roundtrip from San Francisco, and a 16-day Inside Passage on Emerald Princess roundtrip from Los Angeles.

Adventures ashore

Princess gives guests the chance to expand their cruise experience with authentic shore excursions at their ports of call. From “Cook My Catch” fishing for dinner, flying on a helicopter through mountainous views, watching breaching whales, and more, guests have a plethora of exciting excursions from which to choose.

Onboard activities

The award-winning “North to Alaska with Princess” program enriches each Alaska cruise with cultural and educational activities, including naturalist talks, a planetarium Northern Lights experience, and a fresh local Alaska seafood menu. In addition, younger guests can join the popular Junior Ranger program.

Cruisetours

The 2026 season includes more than 20 cruisetour options, enabling guest to maximize their time in the US’s largest state. One highlight is the 15-night National Parks Tour, featuring five of Alaska’s top parks – Glacier Bay, Denali, Wrangell-St. Elias, Kenai Fjords National Park, and Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park in Skagway. The experience combines a seven-day cruise, scenic rail travel, with eight nights ashore, including stays at four Princess-owned wilderness lodges.