NCL Alaska from Seattle: what excursions cost
For a family of four doing one popular excursion in each port, NCL's own excursions on a typical NCL Alaska from Seattle itinerary cost about $4,220, against $3,393 for the same tour types booked independently: a saving of $827 (November 2026).
A typical 7-night NCL Alaska from Seattle sailing from Seattle. Exact ports vary by ship and date, so check your own itinerary; every port links to its full comparison.
| Port | Popular pick | NCL | Independent | Saving for 4 | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juneau | Whale watching | $286 | $185 | $404 | 5/5 |
| Skagway | City / island tour | $143 | $75 | $272 | 5/5 |
| Icy Strait Point | Whale watching | $247 | $246 | $2 | 5/5 |
| Ketchikan | Nature / waterfall / park | $212 | $124 | $352 | 5/5 |
| Victoria | Nature / waterfall / park | $168 | $218 | −$203 | 5/5 |
"Popular pick" is the tour type NCL sells most of in that port. Prices are medians per adult; NCL prices were read from NCL's European website in euros on 2026-11-02 and converted at the ECB reference rate of 1 EUR = 1.1172 USD (2026-10-30). NCL's US site may show slightly different dollar prices..
Questions
How much do excursions cost on a NCL Alaska from Seattle cruise?
Picking the most commonly sold tour type in each port, NCL's excursions add up to about $1,055 per person, or $4,220 for a family of four.
How much can you save booking NCL Alaska from Seattle excursions yourself?
About $207 per person across 5 ports, or $827 for four people, before any child discounts.
Which NCL Alaska from Seattle port is riskiest for independent tours?
Juneau: Helicopter and floatplane trips are weather-dependent and are cancelled or delayed more often than boat tours.
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