Alaska Cruise — MSC CRUISES POESIA — August 17–24, 2026
Alaska Cruise
MSC CRUISES POESIA
August 17–24, 2026
Join Pied Piper on our annual gay group cruise to the last frontier, Alaska! A cruise is the best way to see the untouched natural beauty of Alaska. Your Pied Piper cruise features magnificent glaciers and mountain tops, unique wildlife like bald eagles and humpback whales as well as early Native American culture. Along the way you will visit interesting ports such as the gold rush town of Sitka, and Ketchikan, the salmon capital of the world. We will sail roundtrip from Seattle on the glamorous cruise ship, MSC Poesia!
| Date | Day | Port | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 17 | Monday | Seattle, Washington | -- | 5:00 PM |
| August 18 | Tuesday | A Day at Sea! | -- | -- |
| August 19 | Wednesday | Ketchikan, Alaska | 7:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| August 20 | Thursday | Icy Strait, Alaska | 10:00 AM | 7:00 PM |
| August 21 | Friday | Juneau, Alaska | 2:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| August 22 | Saturday | A Day at Sea! | -- | -- |
| August 23 | Sunday | Victoria, British Columbia | 8:00 PM | Midnight |
| August 24 | Monday | Seattle, Washington | 7:00 AM | -- |
Alaska Cruise — MSC CRUISES POESIA — August 17–24, 2026
MSC Poesia is an innovative cruise ship with an elegant style that brings traditional craftsmanship to creative designs. Step aboard and you’ll enter a refined world of comfort. Whether your reason for being on board is a family vacation, a luxury treat or a romantic escape, MSC Poesia is a ship that offers a truly inspiring cruise experience.
All prices are per person, cruise only, based on double occupancy, and include all meals, accommodations, and entertainment! All taxes are included! Optional travel insurance and gratuities are additional. Fares are subject to availability and may change without prior notice. Port charges are also included in the above fares. Also included are the traditional PIED PIPER onboard host and activities, subject to minimum participation.
Perks Included Fares: Includes beverage packages and unlimited internet packages!
Onboard credits included in some cruise fares! Ask for details.
MSC matches other cruise lines loyalty status! Even if you’ve never sailed with MSC cruises before, they will match the loyalty status you have with other cruise lines before you even make a reservation with them! Then, you will get on your MSC cruise the same benefits that you enjoy with the other cruise lines, including onboard benefits and past-passenger discounts! Please let us know your other cruise line membership number at time of inquiry or reservation and we’ll set up a matching loyalty status account with MSC cruises. Your benefits will be similar to what you get with the other cruise line! You’ll also get an additional discount of up to 10% on your new reservation with MSC cruises!
Pricing & Availability Last Updated 1/13/2026
| Room Category | Description | No perks fares | Perks Included fares |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category IR1 | Deluxe interior stateroom | $841.00 | $$841.00 |
| Category IR2 | Deluxe interior stateroom | $851.00 | $$851.00 |
| Category OO | Junior Oceanview stateroom (obstructed view) | $1001.00 | $$1001.00 |
| Category OR1 | Deluxe Oceanview stateroom | $1061.00 | $$1061.00 |
| Category BP | Deluxe Balcony stateroom (partial view) | $1458.00 | $$1458.00 |
| Category BR1 | Deluxe Balcony stateroom | $1251.00 | $$1251.00 |
| Category BR2 | Deluxe Balcony stateroom | $1261.00 | $$1261.00 |
| Category BL1 | Premium Balcony stateroom | $1311.00 | $$1311.00 |
| Category BL2 | Premium Balcony stateroom | $1321.00 | $$1321.00 |
| Category BA | Balcony Aurea stateroom | $1431.00 | $$1431.00 |
| Category YC1 | Yacht Club Deluxe Suite | $5129.00 | $$5129.00 |
| Category YC3 | Yacht Club Royal Suite | Email for Pricing | Email for Pricing |