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Alaska Cruise Shore Excursions



Shore excursions offered by the cruise lines provide a chance for you to get off the ship and explore the sights close up, taking in the history, nature, and culture of the region, from exploring gold-rush-era streets to experiencing Native Alaskan traditions such as totem carving.

Some excursions are of the walking-tour or bus-tour variety, but many others are activity oriented: Cruise passengers have the opportunity to go sea kayaking, mountain biking, horseback riding, salmon fishing, and even rock climbing, and to see the sights by seaplane or helicopterand maybe even to land on a glacier and go for a walk.

Occasionally, with some of the smaller cruise lines, youll find quirky excursions, such as a visit with local artists in their studios. Some lines even offer scuba diving and snorkeling.

With some lines, shore excursions are included in your cruise fare, but with most lines they are an added (though very worthwhile) expense.

Alaska is one of the top cruise destinations in the world, and when youre sailing through the calm waters of the Inside Passage or across the Gulf of Alaska, its easy to see why. The scenery is simply breathtaking. Our site is here to give you all the information you need to plan and enjoy your Alaska cruise that will be an experience of a life time.

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