Free Guide: Alaska Cruise Planning Guide

This guide walks you through the most important decisions — in plain language — so you can plan with clarity instead of guesswork.

Inside the guide, you’ll learn:

• Alaska cruise itinerary options (roundtrip vs one-way)
   
• The best cruise lines for Alaska by travel style and budget
   
• When to cruise Alaska and what each month offers
   
• Which staterooms make the most sense for Alaska
   
• Glacier cruising explained (Glacier Bay, Hubbard, Tracy Arm, and more)
   
• Alaska ports and what to expect at each stop
   
• Which excursions are worth it — and which are often skipped
   
• Alaska land packages and how they work
   
• What to pack for an Alaska cruise by month
   
• Common mistakes first-time Alaska cruisers make

With different itineraries, cruise lines, glaciers, ports, and land package options, it’s easy to feel unsure about where to start. That’s why we created this free Alaska Cruise Planning Guide for First-Time Cruisers — to help you understand your options clearly and choose the right Alaska cruise with confidence.