U.S. News consulted data provided by Cruiseline.com and the results of our 2025 Best Cruise Lines rankings to help develop this list of the top cruise lines sailing to Alaska.

Download the U.S. News Alaska Cruise Packing List pictured above to use while you pack. Below, you'll find more information about what you should bring and where to buy it.

Alaska cruises can either be aboard large ships — such as the 4,000-passenger Norwegian Encore, seen here docked in Juneau — or smaller vessels that bring you closer to the water but don’t ...

Carnival Cruise Line is unveiling its lineup of Alaska cruises for 2027.