UnCruise Adventures Alaska Cruises

Alaska Itineraries and Destinations

UnCruise expedition cruises to Alaska sail through narrow fjords and inlets, offering breathtaking views of towering glaciers and abundant wildlife. Instead of ticking off port stops, their cruises explore the seams of the landscape, slipping into places where the tide decides the pace. You can sail through the Inside Passage, trace the ragged edge of the Kenai Peninsula, or even venture out to the Aleutian Islands, which are closer to Russia than to mainland Alaska. UnCruise itineraries often run for 7 days, with a few stretching to 10 or 14 days for those who want to go further.

In Southeast Alaska, UnCruise routes link hidden corners of the Inside Passage, departing from Juneau, Sitka, and Ketchikan on 7-day cruises. On cruises like “Glacier Bay Adventure,” “Wild Woolly & Wow,” and “Northern Passages,” you’ll visit fjords like Endicott Arm, at the end of which is Dawes Glacier, and inlets such as Thomas Bay. Some cruises also visit Glacier Bay, but unlike standard lines, UnCruise often lingers longer and enters less-trafficked zones. Depending on the route you choose, you might drift near icebergs in Ford’s Terror or spot bears along the shorelines of Chatham Strait. These waters are quiet, layered with mist, and rarely disturbed by anything larger than a sea lion or a skiff.

Farther west, the line explores Southcentral Alaska with 7-day cruises from Seward, threading through the Prince William Sound. You will sail past the blue mass of College Fjord, cross Prince William Sound, explore Meares Glacier and Columbia Glacier, and anchor near a calving glacier deep in Icy Bay.

There are few cruises each year that depart from the edge of the world, Unalaska Port Dutch Harbor, a place sandwiched between the North Pacific and the Bering Sea. UnCruise is the only cruise line that offers access to these remote Aleutian Islands, where foxes roam abandoned bunkers and seabirds nest in volcanic cliffs. This expedition route trades the classic Alaska cruise for raw, wind-carved coastlines and a sense of absolute solitude. Only specially designed small ships can visit this enormous area between Dutch Harbor and Seward and vice versa, even entering the waters of the Bering Sea. Aniakchak National Monument, Ugashik National Wildlife Refuge, Katmai National Park, and Kenai Fjords National Park are just some of them. These itineraries are fewer and longer, lasting 10 days, and they are designed for maximum wilderness time. It’s for the curious, the bold, and those who’ve seen everything else.

Which UnCruise ships sail to Alaska?

Every ship in the UnCruise fleet is built for a purpose: to take you where the map turns blue and the signs say “unmarked.” These are not floating resorts. They're tough, compact expedition vessels whose names even reflect the nature of their voyages, like Safari Endeavour, Wilderness Discoverer, Wilderness Legacy, Safari Explorer, and Safari Quest. Depending on the ship, guest capacity ranges from just 22 to 86 people, creating an intimate onboard atmosphere where you actually know your guide’s name.

UnCruise Adventures is built for people who want to leave the crowds behind and go deep into the Alaskan wild. These cruises are centered around small-group adventure, not onboard entertainment. Instead of formal nights and water slides, you get hiking boots, kayaks, and expert guides who take you into places no big ship can reach. Most cabins have exterior windows and cozy layouts, with common spaces designed for sharing stories over local beer or drying out hiking gear after a day in the field. If your idea of entertainment is a wildlife lecture from a marine biologist or a midnight paddle under the northern sky, these are your kind of ships.

What’s Included on an UnCruise Alaska Cruise?

UnCruise operates on an all-inclusive model. That means every excursion, hike, kayak trip, and skiff tour is built into the price. So are all meals, snacks, alcoholic beverages, park fees, and gear. There are no hidden costs. The only extras might be gratuities or gear shop purchases, but the adventure itself is covered the moment you step onboard.

Prices reflect the immersive, fully guided nature of the experience. Based on the routes and durations offered, average prices fall between $4,000 and $9,500, placing UnCruise in the group with a very high price. Some early spring and fall 7-day cruises to the Inside Passage start at around $4,000, while longer 10-day expeditions to Kenai and the Aleutians typically cost about $8,000; however, most cruises are priced between $6,000 and $8,000. Regardless of the route, you can expect maximum time off the ship, and that’s where the real value lives.

Departure Ports, Cruise Types, and Cruise Lengths

UnCruise doesn’t overwhelm you with dozens of options. Instead, they focus on carefully crafted wild, seasonal, and always changing itineraries that match Alaska’s rhythms. You can sail from five different ports, choose roundtrip or point-to-point expeditions, and pick a cruise length that fits your spirit for adventure.

Please note that port orders, dates, and itinerary details, including content, are subject to change. Verify specific details for your chosen sailing date on the UnCruise Adventures website.