Alaska Glacier Cruises

Come see Alaska with a Alaska Glacier Cruise. This unique cruise will take you on a trip of a lifetime through Alaska . These cruises are also what is known as Gulf of Alaska Cruises. The name is dependent upon what cruise line you choose to use. The fact that the cruise is a one-way cruise through the Gulf of Alaska is the same.

During the cruise you will get the chance to see Alaska's many glaciers and mountains. While cruising through the Gulf of Alaska keep your eyes open for a chance to see Alaska's abundant wildlife. Alaska Glacier Cruises also give you more days at ports and National Glacier Parks. This gives you a great chance to see and experience local communities while touring Alaska.

The Alaska Glacier Cruises are either Northbound or Southbound. Northbound cruises sail from south to north and Southbound cruises sail from north to south. When taking a Northbound cruise you will start in Vancouver and begin to sail north and the cruise will end in either Seward or Whittier. From this point in the vacation a motor coach will take you on to Anchorage where you can fly home. When taking a Southbound cruise you will begin in Seward and cruise to Vancouver. The Southbound cruise has you starting by flying in to Anchorage and from there taking a motor coach to the pier in Seward.

During your cruise your port stops will usually last for a day. This will give you ample time to get off ship and enjoy the local scenery. Most ports offer fine dining, local artwork and excellent shopping experiences.

Northbound cruises are offered by several cruise lines. Each cruise line has something unique to offer and prices vary.

Carnival Cruise Lines offers the Alaska Glacier Cruise starting for as low as $810 and going as high as $1830. The prices for this cruise line varies based on the cruise date and what type of room you will be occupying. The activities on this cruise line are limitless and has something for everyone. They also offer five different dining experiences while onboard.

Celebrity Cruises also offers an Alaska Glacier Cruise. Prices for this cruise start for as low as $760 and go as high as $3000. Again prices vary depending on cruise dates and room occupied. Celebrity Cruise lines offer many activities that are sure to offer entertainment for everyone. They offer five different dining experiences along with three different drink lounges. To dine you never have to leave your room with their 24 hour room service along with the pizza delivery as well.

Holland America Line is another cruise line you could choose for your Alaska Glacier Cruise. Their prices start as low as $650 and go as high as $2640. All prices dependant upon cruise dates and room occupied. Holland America Line offer some great dual saunas and massage rooms. They will keep you relaxed throughout your vacation. Activities you can take part in are the casinos, go shopping or relax with a good book from the library. Your dining experience is complete with for different dining areas.

Princess Cruises is one of your choices when you are taking an Alaska Glacier Cruise. Prices start as low as $800 and goes as high as $1900. Prices vary dependent on your cruise date and room you will be occupying. Princess cruise line offers scheduled activities daily, oceanview massages and virtual reality golf. They offer you nine different dining experiences during your stay on board.

When taking an Alaska Glacier Cruise try to aim your cruise during the time when it is peak time to enjoy all the glaciers and abundant wildlife that Alaska has to offer. No matter what cruise line you choose the best time to take a cruise like this is during late April all the way through September.