Oceania Cruises is set to offer over a dozen immersive Alaskan explorations in 2025. For the first time, the 1,250-guest Riviera will sail an inaugural season in Alaska. Guests will enjoy the best of Alaska’s natural beauty, all while indulging in Riviera’s small-ship ambiance and gourmet culinary experiences.
The Best of Alaska on the Riviera
The 2025 Alaska season takes place from May through Sept., offering a variety of itineraries ranging from 7 to 12 days that depart from Seattle, Vancouver and Whittier. Each itinerary features stops at ports such as Homer, Sitka and Juneau. Each sailing also features a naturalist on board to offer expert insights into Alaska’s biodiversity—from whales to bears and seals.
“We’re thrilled to bring our 1,250-guest Riviera to Alaska for the very first time,” said Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises, in a press statement. “Our elegant, ultra-premium small-ship experience offers the perfect juxtaposition to Alaska’s outdoor adventures, and with Riviera being 30 to 50 percent smaller than other premium cruise lines sailing in the region, we’re able to bring our guests to lesser-known, more remote ports, for a true immersion into this fascinating destination.”
Guests aboard the Riviera will enjoy spacious staterooms with comfortable furnishings and larger showers. Ideal for foodies, the Riviera boasts one chef for every 10 guests and seven gourmet restaurants, including its four specialty dining venues: the Polo Grill Steakhouse; Italian Toscana; Asian-fusion Red Ginger; and French restaurant, Jacques.
In addition, Oceania incorporates Alaska’s culinary scene into its guest experience through new, hands-on cooking classes in The Culinary Center and the Chef’s Market Dinners in the Terrace Cafe, curated by the onboard culinary team using local ingredients from the region. Among the land programs offered is Discover Denali, where travelers will explore Denali National Park, the first national park created specifically to protect wildlife. The Riviera also offers an abundance of food-focused excursions where travelers can be immersed in the culinary scene.
A few Alaska voyage highlights for 2025 include:
Alaska Reflections: 8 days from Vancouver to Whittiervisiting Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Hoonah and Sitka. Departs May 13.
Explorer’s Alaska: 8 days from Whittier to Vancouver visiting Hoonah, Skagway, Sitka, Ketchikan and Prince Rupert. Departs May 21.
Wilds of Alaska: 12 days from Vancouver to Whittier visiting Klawock, Ketchikan, Wrangell, Hoonah, Haines, Juneau, Sitka, Kodiak and Homer. Departs May 29.
Majestic Alaska: 9 days from Vancouver to Seattle visiting Ketchikan, Juneau, Haines, Wrangell and Victoria. Departs June 17.
Radiant Alaska: 10 days from Seattle to Seattle visiting Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Hoonah, Sitka and Victoria. Departs July 29.
For more information, visit OceaniaCruises.com.
