By Land and Sea: Experience the Full Beauty of Alaska with Celebrity Cruisetours

Alaska is like nowhere else on Earth. Its untamed wilderness, dramatic coastlines, and incredible wildlife make it the ultimate bucket-list destination.

On an Alaskan cruise with Celebrity Cruises, you’ll sail the beautiful Inside Passage, passing dense forests and waterfalls cascading from granite cliffs. You’ll witness glaciers, where you can hear the thunderous crack of ice calving into the sea and watch whales bubble-net feeding while birds soar overhead.

Celebrity Cruisetours: Alaska by land and sea

A Celebrity Cruise gives you a close-up look at Alaska by sea, but there’s even more to explore in this Northern land. That’s where Celebrity Cruises delivers something special: Its Cruisetours combine a seven-night glacier cruise with a two- to six-night land tour, allowing you to experience the best of Alaska by land and sea.

A popular example is Celebrity’s 10-night Tastes of Alaska Cruisetour, which starts with a seven-night sail from Vancouver to Seward and then transitions to a three-night land adventure exploring Talkeetna, Denali, and Anchorage.

Celebrity handles all the logistics during your trip. Celebrity’s seamless travel experience allows you to explore Alaska’s wilderness in comfort and style.

Lodges and hotels

You don't have to rough it—even in the wilderness. You'll stay at upscale lodges that blend rustic charm with modern comfort. Offering sweeping views of Denali, the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge features rooms that take in the tallest peak in North America, and the Alyeska Resort is located in the heart of the Chugach Mountains on the traditional land of the Dena’ina people.

In Anchorage, you'll stay at the downtown Marriott, putting you right in the heart of Alaska's largest city. It's the perfect base for exploring local restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions and taking an evening stroll along the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail.

Authentic Alaska

You’ll get an authentic look at Alaska with Celebrity’s expert-led land tours. Celebrity Cruisetours are fully escorted by dedicated Tour Guides who bring Alaska to life through personal knowledge and captivating local tales. Partnered with skilled motorcoach drivers who handle the logistics of travel and luggage, this team helps you make the most of every destination. 

Each Celebrity Cruisetours excursion offers an authentic glimpse into life in Alaska. In Seward, you'll walk the docks where fishing boats unload their daily catch and taste locally smoked salmon. At the Alaska Native Heritage Center in Anchorage, you can learn about indigenous cultures and try akutaq (Eskimo ice cream). In Talkeetna, you'll sample craft beer at a local brewery while listening to stories of local lore.

Scenic rail travel

A highlight of every Celebrity Cruisetour is a scenic ride aboard the Wilderness Express, a glass-domed train that runs from Talkeetna to Denali. The curved glass ceiling offers an excellent view of Alaska's pristine wilderness.

Keep your camera ready for Mount McKinley, and look out for moose and bears along the way. The train follows a route no highway can match, winding through untouched river valleys and mountain passes.

Denali National Park

A bucket-list destination in Alaska is Denali National Park, which covers six million acres. Celebrity’s Natural History Tour takes you deep into the park and caribou and grizzly bear country. Dall sheep dot the mountainsides, while golden eagles fly overhead. You might spot a wolf pack or pass a moose and her calf.

You can book an optional rafting trip on the Nenana River and choose from a gentle float trip or an adrenaline-filled whitewater ride. Afterward, stop for wildlife photos and more mountain views. At 20,310 feet, Mount McKinley dominates the horizon.

With Celebrity, you have a front-row seat to Alaska—and you get to choose your own adventure. Whether you want the adrenaline rush of helicopter tours over glaciers, the peaceful experience of spotting wildlife from your glass-domed train, or the cultural immersion of learning about indigenous traditions, the choice is yours. With Celebrity Cruisetours, it all comes together for the perfect Alaska adventure.