Oceania Cruises has unveiled the refurbished 1,250-guest Riviera, set to embark on her inaugural Alaska season in the summer of 2025.
Alaska Ports and Offerings: Riviera's Alaska voyages will include ports of call like Ketchikan, Sitka, Kodiak, and the Hubbard Glacier. Itineraries will range from seven to 12 days. Guests have the choice of nearly 300 excursions in Alaska, which include:
- Shore excursion credit of up to CAD $1,600.
- Complimentary perks such as roundtrip airfare, airport transfers, champagne, wine, gourmet specialty dining, and unlimited WiFi.
"The decision to elevate our presence in the Alaska region was easy," commented Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises. "This fascinating destination has always been a firm favorite with our well-traveled guests, who are constantly wanting to explore remote, wondrous and truly off-the-beaten-track destinations. Sailing on board Riviera is the ultimate way to explore this rugged state, while enjoying her distinctive residential luxury, The Finest Cuisine at Sea® and expertly curated travel experiences."
Onboard: The re-imagined Riviera boasts spacious staterooms measuring 291 square feet, adorned with premium furnishings and expansive showers. A team of 800 officers and crew will serve 1,250 guests.
Ultimate Alaska: Experiences Ashore: Oceania Cruises is launching Culinary Discovery Tours™ for Riviera's 2025 season, spotlighting Alaska's vibrant food culture. Tours feature craft beer tastings, visits to sustainable oyster farms, and more. Additionally, guests can delve into local heritage, explore the majestic Tongass National Forest, and even venture into Denali National Park through Oceania Cruises' pre- and post-cruise Alaska Land Programs.
Onboard Enrichment: Highlights include:
- Naturalist-led talks on Alaska's rich biodiversity.
- The Alaska Explorer Youth Program for children aged 5-12.
- Hands-on cooking classes at Riviera's Culinary Center.
Itineraries: Here are some of the upcoming voyages:
Alaska Reflections: 8 days from Vancouver to Whittier cruising Hubbard Glacier and visiting Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Icy Strait Point (Hoonah) and Sitka. Departs 13MAY 2025.
Explorer's Alaska: 8 days from Whittier to Vancouver cruising Hubbard Glacier and visiting Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Skagway, Sitka, Ketchikan and Prince Rupert. Departs 21MAY 2025.
Wilds of Alaska: 12 days from Vancouver to Whittier cruising Hubbard Glacier and visiting Klawock, Ketchikan, Wrangell, Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Haines, Juneau, Sitka, Kodiak and Homer. Departs 29 2025.
Alaskan Accolades: 7 days from Whittier to Vancouver cruising Hubbard Glacier and visiting Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Haines, Juneau and Ketchikan. Departs 10JUN 2025.
Majestic Alaska: 9 days from Vancouver to Seattle cruising Holkham Bay Glacier Fjords and visiting Ketchikan, Juneau, Haines, Wrangell and Victoria. Departs 17JUN2025.
Gems of The Last Frontier: 12 days from Seattle to Seattle cruising Hubbard Glacier and visiting Ketchikan, Juneau, Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Haines, Sitka, Wrangell, Klawock and Victoria. Departs 26JUN and 17JUL 2025.
Wonders of Alaska: 9 days from Seattle to Seattle cruising Hubbard Glacier and visiting Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Sitka, and Victoria. Departs 08JUL and 09SEP 2025.
Radiant Alaska: 10 days from Seattle to Seattle cruising Hubbard Glacier and visiting Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Sitka and Victoria. Departs 29JUL 2025.
Frontier Adventures: 10 days from Seattle to Seattle cruising Holkham Bay Glacier Fjords and visiting Ketchikan, Sitka, Haines, Juneau, Wrangell and Victoria. Departs 08AUG 2025.
Spirit of Alaska: 10 days from Seattle to Seattle cruising Holkham Bay Glacier Fjords and visiting Ketchikan, Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Juneau, Skagway, Wrangell and Victoria. Departs 18AUG 2025.
Alaskan Horizons: 12 days from Seattle to Seattle cruising Hubbard Glacier and visiting Ketchikan, Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Skagway, Juneau, Sitka, Wrangell, Klawock and Victoria. Departs 28AUG 2025.
More information on Oceania's website.
