Alaska isn’t simply a place you visit. It’s one of those places you experience.

Glaciers towering above the water. Whales breaching alongside the ship. Bald eagles soaring overhead. Charming towns tucked between mountains and sea. And, if you venture into the interior, the unforgettable sight of Denali rising above the Alaska wilderness.

If Alaska has been sitting on your vacation wish list, there’s exciting news: Princess Cruises has officially opened its 2028 Alaska cruises and cruisetours for booking!

And booking early comes with some pretty fantastic perks.

Princess Cruises’ 2028 Alaska Early Booking Bonus

For a limited time, guests booking select 2028 Alaska vacations can receive:

• Up to $500 in instant savings
• Up to $500 in onboard credit
• Early access to dining reservations
• Eligible stateroom location upgrades
• Additional Early Booking Bonus benefits

And if you’ve sailed with Princess before, there may be even more savings waiting for you.

Captain’s Circle Members Can Save Up to an Additional $400

Eligible Princess Captain’s Circle members can receive up to an additional $400 in savings when booking during the Captain’s Circle promotional period.

The Captain’s Circle savings end October 9, 2026, while the 2028 Alaska Early Booking Sale continues through December 7, 2026.

If you’re a past Princess guest, make sure we know! We’ll check your Captain’s Circle eligibility when we price your vacation.

Why Book Alaska for 2028 Already?

2028 may sound far away, but when it comes to Alaska, booking early can be a very good thing.

Alaska has a relatively short cruise season, and travelers are often looking for the same prime summer dates.

Booking while itineraries are newly available gives you a better opportunity to choose:

• Your preferred travel dates
• The ship that’s right for you
• Your preferred stateroom category
• A great stateroom location
• Balcony accommodations for those incredible Alaska views
• The cruisetour and lodge combination that fits your plans

For families and multigenerational groups needing several rooms—or anyone particular about where they stay on the ship—that early selection can be especially valuable.

Cruise Alaska or Go Deeper with a Princess Cruisetour

One of the first decisions you’ll make is whether you want to experience Alaska by cruise only or combine your cruise with a journey into Alaska’s interior.

A weeklong Princess Alaska cruise lets you experience spectacular coastal destinations and scenery while enjoying the convenience of unpacking once.

Depending on your itinerary, your Alaska adventure might include beloved ports such as:

Juneau

Alaska’s capital is surrounded by mountains, water, and wilderness, with opportunities for wildlife viewing and unforgettable outdoor adventures.

Skagway

Step into Alaska’s Gold Rush history in this charming town surrounded by spectacular scenery.

Ketchikan

Known for its colorful waterfront, rich Native Alaskan heritage, incredible fishing, and lush landscapes, Ketchikan is a favorite stop for many Alaska cruisers.

And, of course, one of the greatest attractions isn’t a town at all.

It’s Alaska itself—the glaciers, mountains, wildlife, and extraordinary scenery you’ll experience along the way.

Want to See Denali? Consider a Princess Cruisetour

If you’re thinking, “If we’re going all the way to Alaska, I want to really see Alaska,” a cruisetour deserves a serious look.

Princess cruisetours combine an Alaska cruise with additional time on land, giving you the opportunity to travel farther into the Great Land and experience destinations such as Denali.

Instead of choosing between Alaska’s spectacular coastline and its magnificent interior, a cruisetour lets you experience both in one vacation.

For many travelers, this becomes their once-in-a-lifetime Alaska trip.

Eight Princess Ships Mean More Ways to See Alaska

Princess will offer 2028 Alaska adventures aboard eight ships, giving travelers a wonderful variety of itineraries and experiences to consider.

And that’s where choosing the right Alaska cruise becomes important.

Two cruises that look similar at first glance may offer very different experiences based on the itinerary, scenic cruising, departure port, ship, cruise length, and opportunities available before and after the cruise.

The least expensive itinerary isn’t automatically the best value and the most expensive one isn’t automatically the best vacation.

It’s about finding the Alaska experience that’s right for you.

Why Sail Alaska with Princess?

Princess has been voted Best Cruise Line in Alaska for 22 years and counting, and Alaska has long been one of the cruise line’s signature destinations.

Princess offers both weeklong cruises and extended cruisetour options, making it possible to experience Alaska in very different ways depending on how much time you have and what you most want to see.

Whether your dream involves watching whales from the ship, seeing glaciers up close, exploring Alaska’s historic ports, or standing beneath the incredible summit of Denali, Princess gives you options for turning that dream into an itinerary.

Alaska Is One Vacation Where Planning Matters

An Alaska cruise isn’t quite like choosing a Caribbean cruise based primarily on the ship and the week you have available.

The itinerary matters.

The direction you sail can matter.

Your stateroom can matter.

And deciding whether to add time on land can completely change your vacation.

That’s why we recommend starting with what you want to experience, rather than simply searching for the lowest advertised cruise fare.

Do you want to see Denali?

Is wildlife your priority?

Do you want a balcony?

How many days do you have?

Are you traveling with children, grandparents, or a multigenerational family?

Those answers help us narrow down which 2028 Princess Alaska vacation makes the most sense for you.

Book Early and Start Dreaming About Alaska

Princess’ 2028 Alaska Early Booking Sale ends December 7, 2026, with eligible guests receiving up to $500 in instant savings, up to $500 in onboard credit, and additional booking benefits on select vacations.

Eligible Captain’s Circle members have an earlier October 9, 2026 deadline to receive up to $400 in additional savings.

Promotions, benefits, and availability vary by sailing and stateroom and are subject to applicable terms and restrictions.

Let’s Plan Your 2028 Alaska Adventure

You don’t need to know which Princess ship to choose or whether you should cruise northbound, southbound, roundtrip, or add a land adventure.

That’s what we’re here for.

Tell your Happily Ever After Travel advisor who’s traveling, how much time you have, what you’d most love to experience in Alaska, and what you’d like to spend.

We’ll help you compare the ships, itineraries, staterooms, and cruisetour options and find the Alaska vacation that fits your vision.

Because for a destination this extraordinary, we’re not interested in simply getting you to Alaska.

We want to help you experience Alaska in the way you’ve always dreamed.

Ready to start planning? Contact Happily Ever After Travel today for your personalized 2028 Princess Alaska vacation quote!