Windstar Cruises is opening bookings for its 2028 Alaska season aboard Star Seeker — the line's newest yacht, which is currently making its inaugural Alaska run this month.
The 2028 program spans 27 departures across six itineraries, sailing May through August, with a mix of seven-day voyages, 10- to 12-day journeys, Cruise Tours to Denali National Park, and extended Star Collector sailings. Several itineraries are designed as clean one-week vacations departing and returning from Juneau. Advisors booking clients before June 30 can take advantage of Windstar's Early Booking Offer for preferred fares and suite selection; clients who pay in full at booking can stack an additional five percent savings through the "Pay Now, Save More" promotion.
"Alaska is a place that rewards a more thoughtful way of traveling," said Tom Schofield, captain of Star Seeker. "What excites me most is the access Star Seeker allows — navigating deep into fjords, getting right up to glaciers, and connecting with smaller communities along the way. There's a sense of discovery here that stays with you. From the moment guests arrive, the experience feels deeply immersive, and I'm proud to share it during our inaugural season."
The small-ship format is central to the pitch. At 224 guests across 112 suites, Star Seeker is built to get into the tight spots that larger ships can't reach — deep into fjords like Endicott Arm, up close to glaciers, and into lesser-known ports like Wrangell. Signature Expeditions depart directly from the ship via guided kayak and Zodiac outings, with Expedition Guides sailing onboard throughout each voyage. Nearly all accommodations include a private veranda or floor-to-ceiling infinity window.
On the culinary side, Windstar's partnership with the James Beard Foundation shapes a destination-driven menu program built around Alaskan ingredients — salmon, halibut, crab, venison, and local honey and jams among them — with multiple dining venues including specialty restaurant Basil + Bamboo. Enrichment speakers and cultural performers join every sailing.
Where Will Windstar Sail in Alaska?
Windstar’s 2028 Alaska season features six itineraries that range from classic Inside Passage voyages to extended journeys. Itineraries can vary by date.
- Scenic Alaska: This 7-day classic Southeast Alaska journey sails between Vancouver B.C. and Juneau, AK (and reverse) and pairs close-up glacier cruising, abundant wildlife and time in ports like Sitka, Juneau, Wrangell, Ketchikan plus Dawes Glacier in Endicott Arm. In the small town of Wrangell, guests can explore totems downtown, petroglyphs on the beach and see Chief Shakes Tribal House.
- Alaskan Splendors: This 10- or 11-day sailing from Vancouver B.C. to Seward, AK (or reverse) takes a deeper look at Alaska’s most iconic landscapes with visits to Misty Fjords, Wrangell, Sitka, Endicott Arm with Dawes Glacier, Haines, Juneau and Kenai Fjords National Park. Whales, bears and historic gold rush towns are highlights.
- Alaskan Explorations & Denali Cruise Tour: This broad Alaska experience includes 4 days touring inland combined with 10, 11, or 12 nights sailing from Vancouver to Seward, AK (or reverse). Guests can expect wildlife viewing for caribou, Dall sheep and grizzly bears in Denali, a riverboat excursion in Fairbanks, rail journeys and optional opportunities to get closer to glaciers by kayak or dogsled.
- Alaskan Coastal Adventures & Denali Discovery Cruise Tours: This 11-day cruise tour balances coastal exploration, along with extended time to explore inland and see wildlife in Denali National Park. Cruise between Juneau and Vancouver (or reverse) to explore Southeast Alaska and then go inland to Talkeetna, Denali and Fairbanks with included tours.
- Star Collector: Alaska Discovery & Pacific Crossing: This extended 24-day journey explores Alaska’s fjords, wildlife and frontier towns, followed by unhurried days at sea as the ship sails from Vancouver, B.C., explores Southeast Alaska and continues across the Pacific to Tokyo (or reverse).
- Star Collector: Alaska Adventures & Wonders of Japan: Offered in May and August, this longer voyage of 33 days sails between Vancouver B.C. and either Tokyo or Osaka, Japan. Explore Southeast Alaska combined with an ocean crossing.
For guests looking to travel sooner, Windstar also offers Alaska sailings onboard Star Seeker in 2026 and 2027.
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