Top Alaska Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours

Q: Which Alaska Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Alaska Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Cruise Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour 3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which Alaska Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Alaska Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours include Hotel Pickup: Glaciers and Wildlife: Super Scenic Day Tour from Anchorage Private Luxury Whale Watch Juneau Shore Excursion: Mendenhall Glacier Canoe, Paddle and Hike Chilkoot Trail Hike, Float, and Summit Drive Juneau Jetski & Whale Adventure View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Alaska?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Alaska are: Alaska Luxury & Special Occasions Alaska Luxury Tours Alaska Tours & Sightseeing Alaska Outdoor Activities Alaska City Tours View all tour styles in Alaska →

Whale watching wildlife viewing at it's finest! Come aboard with us as we search the pristine waters of Juneau, Alaska for majestic Humpback Whales and …More

Juneau, USA

5.0 (10,087)

Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching

Whale watching wildlife viewing at it's finest! Come aboard with us as we search the pristine waters of Juneau, Alaska for majestic Humpback Whales and...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (10,087)

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$177

Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier

This wildlife viewing excursion takes you on a journey to see two of the major highlights in Southeast Alaska. You will be guided to the …More

Juneau, USA

4.9 (7,824)

Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier

This wildlife viewing excursion takes you on a journey to see two of the major highlights in Southeast Alaska. You will be guided to the...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (7,824)

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$249

Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Cruise

This 6-hour cruise explores Kenai Fjords National Park and visits an actively calving tidewater glacier in beautiful Aialik Bay. Our experienced captains will narrate your …More

Seward, USA

4.9 (2,133)

Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Cruise

This 6-hour cruise explores Kenai Fjords National Park and visits an actively calving tidewater glacier in beautiful Aialik Bay. Our experienced captains will narrate your...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (2,133)

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$287

Experience the beauty of the Alaskan wilderness on this 3.5-4 hour adventure to the Mendenhall Glacier. This adventure starts off at the cruise ship docks …More

Juneau, USA

5.0 (1,644)

Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour

Experience the beauty of the Alaskan wilderness on this 3.5-4 hour adventure to the Mendenhall Glacier. This adventure starts off at the cruise ship docks...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1,644)

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$251

3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska

Our 20 passenger catamaran offers you and your loved ones a personal experience without the crowds. Elevated custom seats are sure to keep you at …More

Juneau, USA

5.0 (1,563)

3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska

Our 20 passenger catamaran offers you and your loved ones a personal experience without the crowds. Elevated custom seats are sure to keep you at...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (1,563)

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$209

Explore Mendenhall Glacier on this exclusive adventure tour into the Alaskan Wilderness. Your expert guides will lead you on a journey across Mendenhall Lake where …More

Juneau, USA

5.0 (1,482)

Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure Tour

Explore Mendenhall Glacier on this exclusive adventure tour into the Alaskan Wilderness. Your expert guides will lead you on a journey across Mendenhall Lake where...

5 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1,482)

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$330

Alaska Whale Watching Cruise: 3 Hours on the Water

Our public tour on our brand new 49 passenger vessel! Meet our Guest Rep at your cruise ship dock and board our courtesy shuttle. Enjoy …More

Juneau, USA

5.0 (1,477)

Alaska Whale Watching Cruise: 3 Hours on the Water

Our public tour on our brand new 49 passenger vessel! Meet our Guest Rep at your cruise ship dock and board our courtesy shuttle. Enjoy...

4 hours 5 minutes

5.0 (1,477)

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$159

Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half Day Wildlife Cruise

Search for whales, sea otters, Steller sea lions, Dall’s porpoises, harbor seals, bald eagles, puffins, and many other types of marine birds as you cruise …More

Seward, USA

4.8 (1,456)

Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half Day Wildlife Cruise

Search for whales, sea otters, Steller sea lions, Dall’s porpoises, harbor seals, bald eagles, puffins, and many other types of marine birds as you cruise...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (1,456)

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$177

Your 3 hour whale watching adventure begins when you board a coach bus that departs downtown Juneau from the Mt. Roberts Tram parking lot. A …More

Juneau, USA

4.9 (1,192)

Ultimate Juneau Whale Watch

Your 3 hour whale watching adventure begins when you board a coach bus that departs downtown Juneau from the Mt. Roberts Tram parking lot. A...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (1,192)

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$156

Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier and Wildlife Tour from Seward

Hop aboard one of Alaska’s most popular wildlife and glacier cruises, and take an extraordinary six-hour journey through Kenai Fjords National Park. This must-do tour …More

Seward, USA

4.8 (1,179)

Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier and Wildlife Tour from Seward

Hop aboard one of Alaska’s most popular wildlife and glacier cruises, and take an extraordinary six-hour journey through Kenai Fjords National Park. This must-do tour...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (1,179)

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$230

Ketchikans Best Wildlife, Sightseeing and Whale Watching Quest

Your adventure begins as we cruise through the Tongass Narrows, where your guide provides live narration about Ketchikan’s rich history, culture, and bustling shoreline. From …More

Ketchikan, USA

4.9 (1,021)

Ketchikans Best Wildlife, Sightseeing and Whale Watching Quest

Your adventure begins as we cruise through the Tongass Narrows, where your guide provides live narration about Ketchikan’s rich history, culture, and bustling shoreline. From...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (1,021)

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$190

Take a 4-hour guided kayak tour to Clover Pass, (2 -2.5 hours in the kayaks) with scheduling to fit virtually every cruise ship. This is …More

Ketchikan, USA

5.0 (978)

Ketchikan Kayak Eco-Tour

Take a 4-hour guided kayak tour to Clover Pass, (2 -2.5 hours in the kayaks) with scheduling to fit virtually every cruise ship. This is...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (978)

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$100

Mendenhall Glacier Park and Ultimate Whale Watch Combo

Join us for Whale Watching in our cool Alaskan waters and then view one of 38 glaciers from the Juneau Ice Fields - the spectacular …More

Juneau, USA

4.8 (951)

Mendenhall Glacier Park and Ultimate Whale Watch Combo

Join us for Whale Watching in our cool Alaskan waters and then view one of 38 glaciers from the Juneau Ice Fields - the spectacular...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (951)

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$199

Board your comfortable 24-passenger airporter-style bus and settle in for a scenic 30-minute ride to the harbor. Along the way, your guide will share engaging …More

Juneau, USA

5.0 (900)

Whales and Wilderness Exploration

Board your comfortable 24-passenger airporter-style bus and settle in for a scenic 30-minute ride to the harbor. Along the way, your guide will share engaging...

3 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (900)

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$178

Bering Sea Crab Fisherman's Tour from Ketchikan

A MUST DO TOUR IN ALASKA! One of the highest rated tours offered along Alaska's beautiful inside passage. Find out what life is like as …More

Ketchikan, USA

4.9 (879)

Bering Sea Crab Fisherman's Tour from Ketchikan

A MUST DO TOUR IN ALASKA! One of the highest rated tours offered along Alaska's beautiful inside passage. Find out what life is like as...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (879)

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$264

Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise

Explore the whales, wildlife, and glaciers of Kenai Fjords National Park on this thrilling 7.5 hour cruise. Enjoy the extra time on the water as …More

Seward, USA

4.9 (772)

Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise

Explore the whales, wildlife, and glaciers of Kenai Fjords National Park on this thrilling 7.5 hour cruise. Enjoy the extra time on the water as...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (772)

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$319

Ultimate Whale Watch and Tracy's Crab Shack Meal

The two most popular things to do in Juneau are whale watching and a stop at Tracy's Crab Shack. Lock in a good crab market …More

Juneau, USA

5.0 (631)

Ultimate Whale Watch and Tracy's Crab Shack Meal

The two most popular things to do in Juneau are whale watching and a stop at Tracy's Crab Shack. Lock in a good crab market...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (631)

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$274

Alaska Whale Watching with bonus Drone viewing of Whales

Whale watching in the wild and pristine waters of Icy Strait, where Humpback whales are abundant and sighted on every trip! Otter and Steller Sea …More

5.0 (512)

Alaska Whale Watching with bonus Drone viewing of Whales

Whale watching in the wild and pristine waters of Icy Strait, where Humpback whales are abundant and sighted on every trip! Otter and Steller Sea...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (512)

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$250

Hoonah Whale-Watching Cruise - Near Icy Strait Point

Embark on a small-group, 3-hour whale watching and wildlife sightseeing tour from Hoonah, Alaska in our custom built vessels with heated cabins and restroom. Every …More

Hoonah, USA

4.9 (466)

Hoonah Whale-Watching Cruise - Near Icy Strait Point

Embark on a small-group, 3-hour whale watching and wildlife sightseeing tour from Hoonah, Alaska in our custom built vessels with heated cabins and restroom. Every...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (466)

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$225

Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Eagle Island Sea Kayaking

Spend your time in port in Ketchikan paddling through the waters of the Pacific Ocean and discovering Alaska's Eagle Island. On this shore excursion, you'll …More

Ketchikan, USA

4.9 (441)

Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Eagle Island Sea Kayaking

Spend your time in port in Ketchikan paddling through the waters of the Pacific Ocean and discovering Alaska's Eagle Island. On this shore excursion, you'll...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (441)

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$115

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What are the best options for Alaska Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours?

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Which Alaska Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which Alaska Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours have Free Cancellation?

Alaska Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which Alaska Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Alaska trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Alaska?