Most visitors spend seven to fourteen days in Alaska. Much of this decision depends on where you want to go and how you're getting around.
Is 3 days enough in Alaska?
You may think we're nuts to suggest a 3-day Alaska vacation, but it's possible to do! Many cities across the U.S. offer direct flights now, making Alaska a lot easier to reach than you might think. And if 3 days is all you have to visit this amazing state, go for it!
When can you see the northern lights in Alaska on a cruise?
The best time to see the aurora borealis in Alaska is from August 21 to April 21. We call it the Aurora Season. So yes, there are some very lucky cruise passengers who will see the northern lights in the Inside Passage late in the summer and fall, but don't bank on it.
How many days is best for Alaska cruise?
Can you see the northern lights on a cruise ship in Alaska?
While the best time of year to see the Northern Lights in Alaska is in winter, you may still have the opportunity to see them on a late September cruise. While this spectacle can be seen from various ports of call, Princess offers the Aurora Borealis Viewing experience in Fairbanks for an unparalleled experience.
What is the peak month for the northern lights in Alaska?
MarchAlaska's northern lights season is between late August and late April and peaks in March. The season is defined more by its long, dark nights than by solar activity.
How many days is an Alaskan cruise?
7 daysMost Alaska cruises are 7 days and are either Alaska Inside Passage Cruises that sail roundtrip from Seattle or Vancouver; or, 7 Night Alaska Glacier Cruises sailing south from Anchorage or North from Vancouver.
When not to cruise to Alaska?
Alaska is a cruise destination with a limited season. Cruise ships arrive in southeast Alaska in spring, stay the summer and linger only into early fall. The 49th state's snowy, cold and dark winters are not conducive to cruising.