Princess Cruises Announces Largest Alaska Season for 2026

Princess Cruises has unveiled its largest Alaska season ever for 2026, featuring the debut of its newest ship, the Star Princess, according to a recent press release.

The expanded Alaska program will include eight ships, 180 departures from six ports, and visits to 19 destinations.

"2026 will reinforce Princess’ leadership in Alaska vacations. The deployment of the magnificent Star Princess to Alaska for the first time will offer guests unprecedented views, luxurious accommodations, and the finest food, beverages and entertainment ever seen in the Great Land. Our guests will experience Alaska like never before aboard our innovative Sphere Class ship,” said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president.

He added, “Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or a seasoned traveler, Princess is the ultimate choice for luxury and adventure, with awe-inspiring glaciers, unforgettable wildlife encounters, and the freshest seafood imaginable.”

The Discovery Princess, Grand Princess, Coral Princess, and Island Princess will offer seven-day sailings that feature two Alaska glaciers, with an option to combine these into a 14-day Voyage of the Glaciers Grand Adventure.

For those interested in exploring the Inside Passage, Princess offers itineraries ranging from seven to 20 days aboard the Royal Princess, Star Princess, Ruby Princess, and Emerald Princess.

Bookings for the 2026 Alaska season open on August 1, with the “Better Than Best Price Guarantee” promotion. This guarantee ensures the best rates and provides 120 percent of the price difference as onboard credit if a lower rate is found before final payment. The promotion runs through September 2, 2024.

Highlights of the 2026 Alaska itineraries include:

- Eight ships sailing in Alaska

- The “North to Alaska with Princess” program, featuring cultural and educational onboard activities, including naturalist talks and a planetarium Northern Lights experience

- The option to combine a cruise with a land tour, including the 15-night National Parks Tour, which visits Glacier Bay, Denali, Wrangell-St. Elias, Kenai Fjords National Park, and Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park in Skagway.

- Shore excursions such as the “Cook My Catch” fishing experience, helicopter tours, whale watching, and more