Cruise Ships / Norwegian Cruise Line
The flagship of NCL’s Alaska fleet, featuring the Observation Lounge, race track, and Seattle roundtrips.
Select your port of call to view verified dock notes, transit advice, and excursion durations calibrated for Norwegian Encore passengers.
Typical Berth: AJ Dock (South Franklin)
Time in Port: Approx. 8–9 hours
Typical Berth: Railroad Dock Aft / Ore Dock
Time in Port: Approx. 11–13 hours
Typical Berth: Ward Cove Cruise Center (Approx. 7 miles north of downtown)
Time in Port: Approx. 6–8 hours
Typical Berth: Ogden Point Cruise Terminal
Time in Port: Approx. 4–5 hours (evening port call)
Every excursion recommendation on Last Frontier is evaluated against our 45-Minute Planning Standard: tour end time + meeting logistics buffer + 45 minutes must conclude before your ship’s scheduled all-aboard call.
Note: Berth locations and port times are assigned by local harbor masters and may adjust based on weather or sea conditions. Always check your daily ship planner on arrival.