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The Best of Alaska Starts Here

Skip the guesswork—let AdventureSmith Explorations be your guide. Founded by an Alaska guide 20+ years ago, we handpick the best cruises and tours to get you up close. Let’s start planning.

Trips, Tours & Cruises

You have questions. We have Answers.

Start and end your Alaska trip search here. Let our experts walk you through the options in the Great Land. We specialize in Alaska small ship cruises, but our expertise extends to guided, small group land tours everywhere from Denali to Kenai Fjords National Parks.

With just 8 to 100 guests on our ships and intimate lodges—this is Alaska travel done differently—more active, more intimate and more meaningful. Learn a bit more about us, our trips and our expert team who are ready to talk one-on-one with you today

The Small Ship Experience in Alaska

On average, about 45 guests is what you’ll find with our curated small ship cruise vessels. But look for options up to 100 and as few as 8 passengers. There are many reasons to choose an Alaska small ship vs big ship, but at the top is that small ships to Alaska focus on immersive, off-ship activities in wilderness areas. Large ships just cruise (fast) past it all.

Wave goodbye to busy ports to instead view bears, hike, paddle by glaciers and forge local connections in small towns. Enjoy a flexible schedule, capitalizing on wildlife encounters and the collective whims of the group. Fellow travelers become friends. The atmosphere is casual and all inclusive in cost, encouraging everyone on board to participate. Sound like your style of cruising? Let’s go.

Cruises, Land Tours & Beyond

Sure, you could explore Alaska on your own—rent an RV, hit the open road, or book a big ship cruise. But these options barely scratch the surface of what this extraordinary state has to offer.

By sea and by land, our specialists help you escape the tourist crowds for the most authentic Alaska experiences.

Describe your ideal adventure, and we’ll send you a custom-tailored list of the best small ship cruises and land tours—personalized to your interests, abilities, and budget. Let us take the guesswork out of planning and guide you to the trip of a lifetime.

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Our Experts Save You Time & Money

Our team knows Alaska like no other company. Get to know us, and we’ll help you get to know Alaska.

Our decades of experience guiding, traveling and booking travelers in Alaska helps us take transportation, accommodations, meals, activities and guides and weave them seamlessly into the perfect trip.

Learn more about our founding story and why our deep-rooted knowledge makes us the trusted choice for your Alaska adventure.

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