{"id":84649,"date":"2026-08-14T09:00:19","date_gmt":"2026-08-14T16:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/?p=84649"},"modified":"2026-08-14T09:00:19","modified_gmt":"2026-08-14T16:00:19","slug":"gold-rush-and-the-yukon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/cruise-planning\/gold-rush-and-the-yukon\/","title":{"rendered":"Klondike Gold Rush History Comes Alive on Alaska Cruisetours"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">With Holland America, your 2027 Alaska journey\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">doesn\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">\u00a0stop at the shores.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">S<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">tep into the heart of Gold Rush country and trace the footsteps of the Klondike prospectors on the only cruise line bringing guests to Dawson City, Yukon<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">. On all Holland America\u2019s\u00a0<\/span><\/span><em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">Alaska, Denali &amp; Yukon<\/span><\/span><\/em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW73193216 BCX8\">cruisetours<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">,\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">you\u2019ll<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart SCXW73193216 BCX8\">get two nights<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">\u00a0to explore<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">\u00a0in Dawson City<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">, plus a<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart SCXW73193216 BCX8\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><em><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">Klondike Gold Tour<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">\u00a0curated with\u00a0<\/span><\/span><em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">The<\/span><\/span><\/em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">\u00a0HISTORY\u00a0<\/span><\/span><em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">Channel<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun Superscript SCXW73193216 BCX8\" data-fontsize=\"12\">\u2122<\/span><\/span><\/em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73193216 BCX8\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Exclusive Overnight Stays in Historic Yukon<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p>Holland America immerses you in an iconic part of North American history as you step off the ship and take a train or bus into Dawson City, Yukon. It\u2019s hard to fathom, but this cluster of charming frontier-era shops on the banks of the Yukon River was once the pulsing heart of the Klondike Gold Rush and the biggest city north of Seattle. Today, the town of roughly 2,200 is still active in gold mining and known for its vibrant arts scene.<\/p>\n<p>With a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/find-a-cruise?destinationIds:(A)&amp;cruiseType:(LAND_FIRST%20OR%20SEA_FIRST)&amp;portsOfCall:(YDA)&amp;xid=EXTHBG20260813U7MATHUZZ2\">cruisetour<\/a> and our <em>Have It All<\/em> Early Booking Bonus, you get more benefits to enjoy your adventure and get to spend more time exploring this unique town with opportunities like stepping into the shoes of a prospector and pan for gold.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Two nights to stay and explore <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/alaska-cruises\/alaska-yukon-ports\/dawson-yukon-yda?xid=EXTHBG2026081312ZBW1NBPJ\">Dawson City<\/a> \u2014 part of the larger Tr\u2019ond\u00ebk-Klondike UNESCO World Heritage site<\/li>\n<li>Expert local Tour Director to escort you throughout the land portion of your journey<\/li>\n<li><b><em>Klondike Gold Tour<\/em><\/b> curated with <em>The<\/em> HISTORY <em>Channel<\/em>\u2122: Journey to Discovery Claim and Gold Dredge 4 in Dawson City, with Parks Canada guides sharing fascinating stories of Yukon\u2019s legendary Gold Rush history.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/travel-inspiration\/20-wild-facts-about-the-yukon\/\">20 Wild Facts About the Yukon<\/a> to learn more about the Yukon Territory.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Book Early with Have It All Early Booking Bonus<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><p>Ready for your Alaska cruisetour in 2027? The earlier you book with Holland America, the more benefits you receive. With the <em>Have It All<\/em> Early Booking Bonus, you get to indulge in fine dining, enjoy excursions ashore, and more to enhance your journey.<\/p>\n<p>The <b>FREE Cruisetour Dining Package<\/b> delivers both savings and convenience for your trip with an $829 value per person. With breakfast and dinners included at Holland America properties in Denali, Dawson City, and Skagway, you\u2019ll have fewer out-of-pocket expenses and more time to focus on your adventure.<\/p>\n<p>Discover the best of Alaska next summer and save over $2,000 on premium amenities:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>FREE<\/b> Cruisetour Dining Package (an $829 value per person!)<\/li>\n<li><b>FREE<\/b> Prepaid Crew Appreciation<\/li>\n<li><b>FREE<\/b> Beverage Package Upgrade<\/li>\n<li><b>FREE<\/b> Wi-Fi Package Upgrade<\/li>\n<li>BEST Price Guarantee<\/li>\n<li>Up to $300 Shore Excursion Credit<\/li>\n<li>Up to Three Nights of Specialty Dining<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background internalBanner nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:30px;--awb-padding-right:30px;--awb-padding-bottom:30px;--awb-padding-left:30px;--awb-background-color:#dce3eb;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-right:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-margin-left:0px;\"><p>Book early and save over $2,000 on premium amenities. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/find-a-cruise?destinationIds:(A)&amp;cruiseType:(LAND_FIRST%20OR%20SEA_FIRST)&amp;departDate:&#091;2027-05-01T00%3A00%3A00.000Z%20TO%202027-09-01T00%3A00%3A00.000Z%2B1MONTH-1DAY&#093;&amp;xid=EXTHBG20260813O9J5KCNGFL\">Find a cruisetour<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Why a Cruisetour with Holland America<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><p>For 80 years, we&#8217;ve brought guests closer to glaciers, wildlife, and the heart of Alaska. Our award-winning <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/cruisetour-finder\/?xid=EXTHBG20260813IJM64BYP71\">land-and-sea itineraries<\/a> combine cruising the coastline with an unforgettable journey into the heart of Alaska\u2019s interior. Experience Alaska\u2019s majesty by sea, rail, and beyond with the first cruise line ever to win Gold in the <em>Travel Weekly<\/em> Magellan Awards\u2019 new \u201cAlaska Cruisetours\u201d category.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Complimentary tour of Denali National Park &amp; Preserve on all cruisetours<\/li>\n<li>Exclusive access to Dawson City, Yukon, with an included <em><b>Klondike Gold Tour<\/b><\/em><\/li>\n<li>Local Tour Directors providing expert assistance on Denali &amp; Yukon itineraries<\/li>\n<li>Private glass-domed railcars and wilderness lodge at the doorstep of Denali<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Your immersive experience doesn\u2019t stop even on board. From regionally inspired dining to destination programming, you get the ultimate Alaska cruise from start to finish.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Glacier Guarantee\u2122: If you don&#8217;t see a glacier during your journey, you\u2019ll receive a Future Cruise Credit.<\/li>\n<li>Destination Dining\u2122<\/li>\n<li>Global Fresh Fish Program<\/li>\n<li>Cultural Programming and Regional Storytelling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Experience a cruisetour for yourself and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/find-a-cruise?destinationIds:(A)&amp;cruiseType:(LAND_FIRST%20OR%20SEA_FIRST)&amp;departDate:&#091;2027-05-01T00%3A00%3A00.000Z%20TO%202027-09-01T00%3A00%3A00.000Z%2B1MONTH-1DAY&#093;&amp;xid=EXTHBG20260813GWBEVRGX44\">book today<\/a>!<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Denali at Your Doorstep<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><p>To kick off the 2027 Cruisetour season, we\u2019re unveiling a $70 million enhancement to our private 60-acre <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/alaska-cruises\/alaska-land-sea-journey-cruise-tours\/denali-lodge?xid=EXTHBG202608135TASRNMW8B\">Denali Lodge<\/a>. You&#8217;ll step foot in a remodeled Main Lodge, upgraded guest rooms and suites, a new coffee experience, improved trail signage, and more.<\/p>\n<p>All stays at the Lodge include a guided tour into Denali National Park &amp; Preserve:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><i>Tundra Wilderness Tour:<\/i><\/b> Included with all 2- and 3- night stays<\/li>\n<li><b><i>Denali Natural History Tour:<\/i><\/b> Included with all 1-night stays<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Experience Alaska with the cruise line that\u2019s spent 80 years getting closer to what matters most. Learn more about our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/alaska-cruises\/alaska-land-sea-journey-cruise-tours?xid=EXTHBG20260813JBHWM8J1T4\">cruisetours<\/a>, then book today!<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:0px;\"><h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Access Exclusive Deals &amp; More<\/h3>\n<\/div><div style=\"text-align:center;\"><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-default fusion-button-default button-1 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/sign-up?xid=EXTHBG20260813P67BAJTXLG\"><span class=\"fusion-button-text\">Sign Up for Special Offers<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1993,"featured_media":84650,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[33,31],"tags":[4232,4684,4345,4697],"class_list":["post-84649","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cruise-planning","category-where-to-travel","tag-alaska","tag-alaska-cruisetours","tag-early-cruise-booking","tag-where-to-travel"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/84649","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1993"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=84649"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/84649\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":84654,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/84649\/revisions\/84654"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/84650"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=84649"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=84649"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=84649"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}