All Inclusive 15-Day Alaska Cruise & Denali Explorer Vacation

Alaska Cruise & Denali Explorer Overview

This all-inclusive 15-day Princess Denali Explorer cruise tour pairs inland Alaska lodge stays with a southbound Voyage of the Glaciers sailing — then wraps with two days in Vancouver before you head home.

• Cruise line: Princess Cruises
• Length: 15 days (land + 7-night cruise + Vancouver visit)
• Featured cabin: Balcony stateroom
• Highlights: Anchorage, Mt. McKinley lodge, Denali National Park, Hubbard Glacier, Glacier Bay, Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan, Vancouver

Popular Cruise Highlights on Princess

All accommodations feature:

• Approx. 179 to 279 sq. ft., including balcony (featured Balcony category)
• Balcony with 2 chairs and table, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
• Comfortable queen or two twin beds
• Private bathroom with shower
• Hair dryer, refrigerator, TV, and closet
• 100% cotton, high-thread-count linens
• 24-hour room service
• Princess® complimentary dining and entertainment, MedallionClass® experience

Cruise Tour Lodging

• Anchorage — Overnight before the land tour
• Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge — Two nights with Denali views and the Pete Nelson treehouse
• Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge — Two nights as your base for Denali National Park
• Vancouver — Two-day visit after disembarkation

Itinerary

15-day Anchorage-to-Vancouver Denali Explorer cruise tour with two nights each at Mt. McKinley and Denali Princess lodges, a 7-night southbound Voyage of the Glaciers cruise, and a 2-day Vancouver visit. Port times can vary by sailing and ship.

• Day 1 — Anchorage, Alaska — Arrive and overnight; evening at leisure to explore Alaska’s largest city
• Day 2 — Anchorage to Mt. McKinley — Motorcoach along the George Parks Highway to Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge; Denali views from the lodge and Pete Nelson treehouse (weather permitting)
• Day 3 — Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge — Full day at leisure for optional excursions or relaxing on the lodge grounds
• Day 4 — Mt. McKinley to Denali — Scenic motorcoach to Talkeetna, then Princess Rail to Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge for a two-night stay
• Day 5 — Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge — Full day to explore Denali National Park (optional activities available)
• Day 6 — Rail / Motorcoach to Whittier & Embark — Transfer to Whittier; embark ship; typically departs 8:30 PM
• Day 7 — Hubbard Glacier (Scenic Cruising) — Approximately 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Day 8 — Glacier Bay National Park (Scenic Cruising) — Approximately 9:15 AM – 6:15 PM
• Day 9 — Skagway, Alaska — Approximately 5:30 AM – 8:45 PM
• Day 10 — Juneau, Alaska — Approximately 6:30 AM – 4:15 PM
• Day 11 — Ketchikan, Alaska — Approximately 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Day 12 — At Sea — Inside Passage cruising toward Canada
• Day 13 — Vancouver, Canada — Arrive morning; begin your Vancouver visit
• Day 14 — Vancouver, Canada — Full day to explore downtown Vancouver
• Day 15 — Depart for home — Tour ends; transfer for your return flight

Staterooms & Suites

Princess stateroom options for this Alaska sailing. Our sample rate features a Balcony stateroom — ask us to price upgrades.

Balcony

A cozy, comfortable room with floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open to a private balcony with 2 chairs and a table.

• Up to 3 guests
• 178 – 285 sq. ft. total
• Balcony with 2 chairs and table
• Private bathroom with shower

Premium Balcony

Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open to ocean views, with plenty of room for taking in the seascape together and a private bathroom with shower.

• Up to 4 guests
• 179 – 279 sq. ft. total

Oceanview with Picture Window

A spacious picture window or porthole for natural light, comfortable queen or two twin beds, and a private bathroom with shower.

• Up to 4 guests
• Approx. 146 to 212 sq. ft.

Mini-Suite

Comfortable queen or two twin beds, bathroom with tub and massage shower head, separate sitting area with sofa bed and coffee table, plus a complimentary welcome glass of bubbly.

• Up to 4 guests
• Approximately 304 to 329 sq. ft., including balcony

Premium Suite

Spacious suite living with a separate sitting area, priority specialty dining and shore excursion reservations, and complimentary Lotus Spa® Thermal Suite access on select categories.

• Up to 4 guests
• Up to about 1,507 sq. ft., including balcony
• Private bathroom with shower and jetted bathtub

Inside

Budget-friendly option with a comfortable queen or two twin beds and a private bathroom with shower. Pick your preferred room location when you book.

• Up to 4 guests
• Approx. 160 sq. ft.

Complimentary and Casual Dining

• Main dining rooms for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• World Fresh Marketplace buffet — breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner
• Salty Dog Gastropub
• Vines Wine Bar
• Afternoon Tea
• 24/7 International Café — snacks and light meals
• Alfredo’s pizza

Specialty Dining

Ask about Premium dining upgrades for specialty venues.

• Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria
• Crown Grill — American steakhouse
• Crab Shack
• Chef’s Table — exclusive multicourse dining and wine experience
• Ultimate Balcony Dining — customizable breakfast and dinner on your stateroom balcony

Free Activities

• Princess Theater — Broadway-style shows, original productions, magic shows, and guest comedians
• Movies Under the Stars — outdoor poolside big screen
• Live music and dancing — Piazza, Explorers Lounge, Wheelhouse Bar, and more
• Enrichment — seminars on art, photography, health, and cooking demonstrations with galley tours
• Games and contests — daily trivia, bingo, and game shows
• Fitness and sports — pools, hot tubs, fitness center, sports court, mini-golf, croquet, and bocce ball
• Kids, teens & family — youth programs, basketball, ping pong, miniature golf, and shuffleboard

Extra Charge

• Lotus Spa — spa treatments and wellness experiences
• The Sanctuary — adults-only retreat
• Casino — slots and table games
• Optional shore excursions and Denali activities — rafting, flightseeing, and more