Join Holland America Line in the Real Alaska
If you’ve long had your eye on Alaska, the time is now. Take a time-out from the regular routine and take a moment for glaciers, whales, bears, snow-covered peaks, and more grandeur than you ever thought could be packed into one destination.
There’s no one better to explore Alaska with than Holland America Line - they’ve been visiting since 1947, before it was even a state! Embark on an Alaska cruise along the 49th state’s glacier-studded shoreline or experience its majesty on a land-and-sea cruisetour. With Holland America’s insider knowledge, you’ll get closer to what matters most and share it with the people you love best. Ready? Let’s go.
Alaska Cruise | Explore the Great Land
Sail roundtrip or one-way to Alaska with flexible 7- to 28-day itineraries that fit your schedule. Enjoy breathtaking glacier views, exclusive access to Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve (and more options to explore this region than any other cruise line), and convenient departures from Seattle or Vancouver.
Holland America’s variety of cruises is ideal for those who want to see Alaska’s coastal landscapes without extended travel on land. Special onboard programming brings the Great Land to life, like National Park Service guides and engaging EXCⓇ Talks. Plus, you’ll visit charming ports such as Ketchikan, Juneau, Sitka, and Skagway, as well as Hubbard Glacier or College Fjord. Prime docking locations in each port put you just steps away from all that Alaska has to offer, with ample time to explore each day.
Alaska Cruise | TOP STOPS
Alaska isn’t all gargantuan icebergs and mind-bending mountain views. The historic towns you’ll visit along the way bring the state’s history and culture into focus.
Ketchikan
Ketchikan is one of the Inside Passage’s best places to explore the rich cultural sides of the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian peoples. Shop and dine along Creek Street (pick up some smoked salmon to take home!), then head to Saxman Native Village for traditional dance performances.
Skagway
Feel the Klondike Gold Rush come alive when you visit Skagway, once the primary gateway to the goldfields. Take in breathtaking scenery on the White Pass & Yukon Route Railway and explore Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park..
Juneau
Surrounded by water, forest, and mountains, visitors to Juneau can hike to a glacier, eat fresh-caught fish on a seaside patio, and tour a grand capitol building all in a single day. Look for humpback whales, orcas, harbor seals, and more on a whale-watching excursion, and visit Mendenhall Glacier.
Sitka
Located on the Baranof and Chichagof Islands and surrounded by shimmering blue water, Sitka boasts lush scenery, captivating wildlife, and an intriguing window into Alaska’s past at Sitka National Historical Park. Reel in salmon on a sportfishing excursion, and visit bald eagles, owls, hawks and falcons at the Alaska Raptor Center.
2026 YUKON CRUISETOUR
Relive Gold Rush history on a 2026 Alaska, Denali & Yukon cruisetour. Book by October 31, 2025 and enjoy the following perks:
Additionally, book the following premium accommodations and enjoy even more:
Alaska Cruisetour | Go Deeper into the Wilderness
Go beyond the coastline and explore Alaska’s rugged interior with a cruisetour, ideal for those seeking a mix of scenic cruising and deeper land exploration, including the remote Yukon Territory. Choose from 9- to 18-day itineraries departing from Seattle or Vancouver.
Travel in comfort on glass-domed railcars aboard the McKinley ExplorerⓇ and stay at Holland America’s McKinley Chalet Resort for an immersive wilderness experience. Enjoy a complimentary tour through Denali National Park & Preserve, the crown jewel of the interior, on select Alaska cruisetours, taking you inside the park that is home to North America’s tallest mountain.
Enjoy more access to Alaska wildlife than any other cruise line, with 175+ animal sanctuary and sightseeing opportunities that bring you face-to-face with Alaska wildlife. Plus, experience wildlife up close through an exclusive partnership with the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center.
Guaranteed Glaciers
Not a typo! Glaciers are guaranteed when you sail Alaska with Holland America Line. Their Glacier Guarantee™ ensures that you’ll see that one thing you really came for (admit it!).
When you embark on an Alaska cruise or cruisetour with Holland America, you’ll guaranteed to see a glacier or receive a Future Cruise Credit equal to 15% of your cruise fare. They’re the first and only cruise line to offer a money-back guarantee for Alaska glaciers. It’s really a no-brainer, when you consider Holland America is the cruise line offering more Alaska glaciers, more calls to Alaska ports, and more sailings to Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve than any other.
The Glacier Guarantee™ applies to all 2025 and 2026 Alaska cruises and cruisetours except the 9-, 10-, 11, and 13-day Alaska, Denali & Yukon departures.
Window on Wildlife
Wondering when to time your Alaska cruise or cruisetour for optimal wildlife viewing? Here’s a cheatsheet:
