Some places deserve to be experienced from more than one perspective.
Picture yourself outside with a warm cup of coffee, the cool Alaska air brushing your cheeks. Mountains rise from the water, their peaks still holding snow. Ahead, a glacier glows in shades of blue you’ve only seen in photographs.
For a moment, nobody says much. The view is enough.
Now imagine another chapter of that same vacation. A train carries you inland past rivers and forests. You settle in for a few nights near the wilderness, with time to explore beyond the coastline and linger beneath Alaska’s long summer light.
This is why we love pairing an Alaska cruise with a land tour. Each reveals a different part of the destination, and together, they give you a richer sense of the place you came so far to experience.
First, Let Alaska Come to You
There’s something wonderful about waking up to a view that changed while you slept.
One morning brings forest-covered shores. Another brings a glacier-lined fjord. Along the way, coastal communities invite you ashore to discover local stories, taste fresh seafood, and choose adventures that bring you closer to Alaska’s landscapes and wildlife.
Maybe you’ll head out in search of whales. Maybe you’ll follow a trail through the rainforest or simply pause beside the water, taking in the stillness.
Then you return to your ship, share the day’s favorite moments over dinner, and watch the scenery unfold again.
Then, Follow Your Curiosity Inland
The coast is only one chapter of Alaska’s story.
A land tour invites you into another: winding rivers, mountain valleys, and open landscapes that make you reach for your camera, then lower it because you’d rather just look.
Depending on your itinerary, you might travel by scenic rail, spend time in the Denali region, or stay in a wilderness-surrounded lodge. There may be opportunities to explore with a guide, watch for wildlife, and hear stories that bring the landscape to life.
Picture coming back after a day of discovery, settling into a comfortable chair, and realizing you still have more Alaska ahead of you.
That extra time inland can turn a spectacular vacation into the journey you’ve been imagining for years.
What Is an Alaska Cruisetour, You Ask?
An Alaska cruisetour combines a cruise with a multi-night land journey before or after your sailing.
It brings the coast and the interior into one vacation, with different routes, lengths, accommodations, and included experiences to choose from. Your trusted Be Our Guest Travel Company travel advisor will help you understand how each option fits together.
The Right Alaska Journey is Personal
Perhaps you’re picturing a milestone trip for two, a family adventure, or a vacation that brings several generations together.
The right fit depends on who’s traveling, what you most want to experience, and how you like to spend your days. Time inland, the pace of the journey, your ship, and even the order of your sea and land adventures can shape the experience.
Many of our Be Our Guest Travel Company travel advisors have cruised Alaska, and many have experienced a cruisetour firsthand. We bring those experiences into our recommendations, helping you choose a journey you can feel excited and confident about.