MIAMI — Oceania Cruises’ 1,250-passenger Riviera will sail its first season in Alaska in 2025.

Riviera will offer a variety of itineraries ranging from seven to 12 days that depart from Seattle, Vancouver and Whittier. Each itinerary features both lesser-known ports like Homer, and also iconic ports such as Sitka, and Juneau.

Each sailing also features a naturalist on board to offer expert insights into Alaska’s biodiversity, covering everything from whales to bears and seals.

Passengers have the option to include a pre- or post-cruise land program where they’ll have the opportunity to explore even more of Alaska.

“We’re thrilled to bring our 1,250-guest Riviera to Alaska for the very first time,” said Frank A. Del Rio, President, Oceania Cruises. “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.”

He added that Alaska is a perfect destination for multi-generational gatherings. Oceania Cruises’ Alaska Explorer Youth Program is available on all voyages in the region in  2025. Designed for children between the ages of 5 to 12 years old, the program will include games, activities, and Alaska-inspired special events.