Giant glaciers calving into the waters, mountains towering into the mist, the gleaming fjords a mirror to the whole scene. It’s a natural setting almost too perfect to believe – welcome to Alaska.
It has always been the case that the best way to see Alaska is by sea. Discerning travelers also know that the new best way to travel by sea is by joining a Celebrity Cruises Alaska Cruisetour – this truly is the Last Frontier, magnified by one of the top cruise lines in the world.
The first or last leg of your nine to 13-night journey – depending on the direction of your sailing – is a peaceful one, voyaging from Vancouver, British Columbia, to Seward, Alaska, on a seven-night Alaska Glacier Cruise aboard the newly refreshed Celebrity Summit. You are destined to slow right down, as you marvel at the scenery, while enjoying globally inspired cuisine, intuitive hospitality and sumptuous, newly renovated suites.
Then, Celebrity has a series of choice that can send you in a multitude of different directions, various permutations of Alaskan adventure and excellence, all in alignment with your interests and passions – and all including an incredible train journey aboard the Wilderness Express.
The Cruisetour agenda has so much in store
Denali National Park and Reserve is a must-see, a stunning six-million-acre wilderness of taiga trees and rolling tundra, filled with incredible wildlife. The park sports some of North America’s tallest mountains. Visits to a conservation center and a natural history tour are just a few of the options available.
The cities of Anchorage and Fairbanks are both incredibly fascinating, renowned for their railroad history and Indigenous cultural heritage. The town of Talkeetna is noted for its adventure sports as well – things like flightseeing, rafting, biking, homestead tours, hiking, camping, fishing and hunting. The Alyeska ski resort is another area that seamlessly marries nature with adventure. The small city of Seward is the major cruise port, offering access to Anchorage and the rest of the Kenai Peninsula, with road and rail links northward.
Within these myriad spots, Celebrity Cruisetour guests take their pick of gold rush adventure tours, some amazing food tours (salmon demonstrations, brewery visits, an ice cream-tasting, culinary heritage tours), specific wildlife encounters, tundra exploration, even rides on a riverboat. One thing is for certain: When you explore the mountains, parks and heartland of Alaska, you get an eyeful.
With Celebrity, you’re in good hands
As you might expect, part of the well-designed plan is to have just the right people pointing the way. Celebrity’s tour directors are passionate about what they do, chosen for their solid experience. They know the local customs and the insider elements that make the journey fun and engaging. The drivers and conductors and ship captains, too, all work to make your Alaskan vacation as safe as possible.
Along the way, Celebrity guests enjoy the best accommodations possible. These can include the luxe Alyeska Resort, with its heated pools overlooking the valleys, and the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, offering incredible views of the Alaskan Range.
Taken together, this outstanding natural beauty combined with the proximity of Alaska’s unique communities gives you an authentic experience at every destination you visit. Celebrity Alaska Cruisetours have it all – an incredible cruise, fascinating shore experiences and an adventurous escape through an American wonderland.