Alaska’s Wild Heart Awaits
Alaska tours offer something truly rare, a chance to experience nature on a scale that is hard to comprehend until you are standing in the middle of it. Towering glaciers calve into icy fjords. Grizzly bears fish for salmon in crystal-clear rivers. Humpback whales breach off rugged coastlines. From the frozen tundra of Denali to the dramatic waterways of the Inside Passage, Alaska is a destination that stops you in your tracks and stays with you long after you return home. Eclipse Travel offers a carefully curated range of Alaska tours, from small ship expedition cruises and scenic rail journeys to guided land tours and fully tailormade itineraries.
Cruise Alaska’s Iconic Waterways
One of the best ways to explore Alaska is by small ship expedition cruise. Intimate vessels access remote coastal regions that larger cruise ships simply cannot reach. For example, sailing through the Inside Passage puts you face to face with towering fjords and secluded bays that bigger ships pass by entirely. You can also watch tidewater glaciers calve into the sea at Glacier Bay National Park and spot sea otters, harbour seals and humpback whales along the way. In addition, expert naturalist guides join every voyage, bringing Alaska’s remarkable natural world to life around you. Explore our Alaska expedition cruises to find the right voyage for you.
Wildlife Encounters Like Nowhere Else
Alaska’s wildlife is extraordinary. In particular, brown bears gather at rivers during the summer salmon run, offering some of the most thrilling bear viewing on earth. Meanwhile, wolves and caribou roam freely across Denali’s open tundra, and orca pods hunt along the coast. Bald eagles are also a constant presence, soaring overhead or perched along the shoreline. For an even more immersive wildlife experience, our bear and wilderness lodges in Alaska place you right in the heart of the action, with expert guides and extraordinary encounters on your doorstep.
Iconic Landscapes and National Parks
Alaska is home to some of North America’s most dramatic national parks. For instance, Glacier Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage site where massive glaciers descend into icy waters and calve with a thunderous roar. Similarly, Denali National Park surrounds North America’s highest peak, and its vast wilderness rewards every traveller who ventures in. In addition, Kenai Fjords offers stunning coastal scenery and rich marine life. Together, these landscapes form the backbone of many of our Alaska tours and create moments of genuine awe at every turn.
Explore Alaska on a Group Tour
Travelling with like-minded adventurers is one of the most rewarding ways to experience Alaska. Our Alaska group tours bring small groups together to explore iconic destinations with expert local guides leading the way. From Denali National Park to the Inside Passage and beyond, every detail is taken care of so you can focus entirely on the experience. Group tours are also a fantastic option for solo travellers looking to share Alaska’s extraordinary landscapes with others.
Journey Through Alaska by Rail
The Alaska Railroad is one of the great scenic rail journeys of the world. Travelling by rail takes you through ancient forests, mountain ranges and river valleys that are otherwise hard to reach. Furthermore, combining a rail journey with lodge stays and guided excursions creates a well-rounded Alaska itinerary. Our Alaska rail journeys are designed to showcase the state’s incredible diversity in the most comfortable and scenic way possible.
Alaska’s Rich Cultural Heritage
Alaska’s Indigenous communities have called this land home for thousands of years, and their traditions and heritage continue to shape modern Alaska. For example, visitors can explore Native Alaskan culture through museums, cultural centres and guided experiences. In addition, historic towns such as Juneau and Skagway reflect Alaska’s gold rush history. As a result, preserved buildings and fascinating stories bring the past to life in these remarkable frontier towns.
When to Visit Alaska
The best time to visit Alaska is between May and September. During this period, long daylight hours allow for extended wildlife viewing and sightseeing. For instance, spring brings emerging wildlife and fresh landscapes, while late summer offers peak salmon runs and increased bear activity. Winter is also worth considering for those chasing the Aurora Borealis. Our winter holidays and Northern Lights itineraries offer a completely different and equally magical side of Alaska.
Plan Your Tailormade Alaska Journey
No two Alaska trips are the same. Whether you are drawn to expedition cruising, wildlife-focused land tours, scenic rail journeys or a tailormade Alaska itinerary combining several travel styles, Eclipse Travel will craft the perfect Alaska tours experience for you. Our team has firsthand knowledge of the destination and genuine passion for what they do. Contact us today to start planning your Alaskan adventure.