Royal Caribbean Lines Up Four Ships for 2027 Alaska Cruises
Alaska is becoming cruising’s next capacity battleground as brands bring bigger ships and bundled land tours, chasing travelers who want glaciers with Denali-style adventure.
Royal Caribbean International has scheduled four ships for its summer 2027 Alaska season, offering seven-night itineraries that sail from Seattle, Vancouver, and Seward, with select departures paired with multi-night Cruisetour land options.
The 2027 lineup includes Anthem of the Seas, Quantum of the Seas, Serenade of the Seas, and Voyager of the Seas. Bookings are already open to Crown & Anchor Society loyalty members, with reservations set to open to the general public on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025.
Four ships, three departure cities, and weekly capacity
Royal Caribbean’s four-ship Alaska program mixes Seattle roundtrips, Vancouver roundtrips, and one-way sailings between Canada and Alaska. Across the combined schedules, the cruise line said the deployment can accommodate more than 13,600 guests per week in Alaska.
- Seattle departures feature Quantum of the Seas and Voyager of the Seas, both operating seven-night roundtrip itineraries that pair Southeast Alaska port calls with glacier-focused scenic cruising.
- Vancouver departures are led by Serenade of the Seas on seven-night roundtrips that route through the Inside Passage for extended coastal scenery.
- Anthem of the Seas operates open-jaw, one-way sailings between Vancouver and Seward, giving guests the option to start in Canada and finish in Alaska (or the reverse, depending on direction).
How the itineraries differ by ship
Anthem of the Seas: one-way Vancouver to Seward, with Hubbard Glacier
Anthem of the Seas is set to sail seven-night itineraries between Vancouver and Seward. Highlights include scenic cruising by Hubbard Glacier and port calls that include Skagway, Ketchikan, and Sitka.
Quantum of the Seas: Seattle roundtrips with Victoria and Dawes Glacier
Quantum of the Seas will offer seven-night Alaska cruises sailing roundtrip from Seattle, calling in Sitka, Juneau, and Skagway, along with a stop in Victoria, British Columbia.
The itinerary also features scenic cruising through Endicott Arm and past Dawes Glacier.
Voyager of the Seas: Seattle roundtrips on the largest ship in the group
Voyager of the Seas will also operate seven-night roundtrip sailings from Seattle, with calls that include Juneau and Skagway alongside scenic cruising in Endicott Arm and by Dawes Glacier.
Royal Caribbean has described Voyager of the Seas as a 138,194-gross-ton ship, making it the largest vessel among the line’s four Alaska ships for summer 2027.
Serenade of the Seas: Vancouver roundtrips through the Inside Passage
Serenade of the Seas will sail seven-night roundtrip cruises from Vancouver, routing through the Inside Passage. The port lineup includes Sitka, Icy Strait Point, and Ketchikan.
Royal Caribbean has described Serenade of the Seas as a Radiance-class ship and the smallest of the four vessels slated for Alaska in 2027.
Cruisetours add multi-night land time around select sailings
Royal Caribbean is pairing multi-night Cruisetour options with select 2027 departures on Anthem of the Seas and Quantum of the Seas, extending trips beyond the coastal ports into Alaska’s interior.
The cruise line’s Cruisetour highlights include time in Denali National Park and rail travel in glass-domed train cars. Royal Caribbean also said 2027 marks the first time Anthem guests can book multi-night land experiences before or after the cruise.
Onboard features the cruise line is emphasizing for Alaska
With the Alaska program spanning multiple ship classes, Royal Caribbean is spotlighting onboard differences that can influence ship choice for similar seven-night itineraries.
Anthem of the Seas and Quantum of the Seas both feature North Star, the glass observation capsule that rises above the ship for panoramic views. Quantum also offers attractions such as the FlowRider surf simulator.
Across the four ships, Royal Caribbean has also pointed to activities and venues that vary by ship, including bumper cars, rock-climbing walls, laser tag, and specialty dining such as Jamie’s Italian and Chops Grille. For ship-specific venues, Serenade of the Seas features live music at the Schooner Bar and dining at Giovanni’s Table, while Voyager of the Seas includes an ice-skating rink and an adults-only Solarium.
Booking timeline
Reservations for the 2027 Alaska itineraries are available first to Crown & Anchor Society members, with bookings scheduled to open to the general public on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025.
Royal Caribbean did not include comments from a named executive or ship captain in the information provided about the 2027 Alaska season.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which Royal Caribbean ships are sailing to Alaska in 2027?
Royal Caribbean’s summer 2027 Alaska lineup includes Anthem of the Seas, Quantum of the Seas, Serenade of the Seas, and Voyager of the Seas.
From which ports do the Alaska 2027 cruises depart?
The 2027 itineraries depart from Seattle, Vancouver, and Seward. Anthem of the Seas offers one-way sailings between Vancouver and Seward, while Quantum of the Seas and Voyager of the Seas sail roundtrip from Seattle and Serenade of the Seas sails roundtrip from Vancouver.
When do Alaska 2027 bookings open to the public?
Bookings are open first to Crown & Anchor Society loyalty members, with reservations scheduled to open to the general public on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025.
What is included in Royal Caribbean’s Alaska Cruisetours for 2027?
Royal Caribbean’s multi-night Cruisetour options, offered around select Anthem of the Seas and Quantum of the Seas sailings, can include time in Denali National Park and rail travel in glass-domed train cars.
