Independence of the Seas - Alaska Cruises

Alaska cruises will take you to a pristine wilderness of towering mountains, spectacular glaciers and silent fjords. Rich in history and ancient native traditions, Alaska truly is the last frontier.

In the land of the midnight sun, you'll need every extra minute of daylight if you want to experience it all. From the awe-inspiring blue ice of a massive glacial field to the expansive grandeur of its wildlife and nature, everything in Alaska is bigger, including the adventures to be had there on Alaska cruises.

You can guarantee that the views of Alaska from your cruise ship will be spectacular, but if you really want to experience the real Alaska there are some fabulous shore excursions to embark on.

Situated at the northern end of southeast Alaska’s Inside Passage, the spirit of the gold rush lives on in the small town of Skagway, with its wooden sidewalk, horse drawn carriages, old fashioned saloons and spectacular natural beauty. Or maybe you will take a trip to Hubbard Glacier, an amazing six miles long and Alaska’s longest ice face.

Seward is situated at the head of Resurrection Bay on the Kenai Peninsula and is one of Alaska’s oldest and most scenic communities – a definite visit during Alaska cruises. Known as the gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park, Seward’s historic downtown district is filled with quaint shops and art galleries.

You might decide to take a hike through the glacial waterfalls and rain forests outside the picturesque capital of Alaska, Juneau or see the spectacular Juneau Ice Field on a helicopter adventure or even take a wildlife cruise onboard a high speed catamaran.

There is just so much to see and do in Alaska your adventures will be endless. Alaska cruises will stay in your memory forever.