Marvel at majestic wildlife, see glaciers up close, dine on fresh sustainable seafood, and more on an Alaska cruise.
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“One of the most authentic overall Alaska cruise experiences, Holland America Line holds more Glacier Bay permits than any other cruise line. It features a wide range of onboard wildlife experts and immerses guests in local cultures—through workshops and activities like its Alaska Up Close program. We recommend its 7-Day Glacier Discovery itinerary.”
Discover Alaska and Canada’s Yukon Territory with the only cruise line offering overnight stays in this remote region. Choose an Alaska cruise or travel into the state’s interior on a land-and-sea cruisetour.
Duration: 7–28 days
Departs From: Seattle, Vancouver, Whittier or San Diego
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Discover glaciers, scenery, and Native heritage along the coast.
Duration: 9–17 days
Departs From: Seattle, Vancouver, Anchorage, or Fairbanks
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Experience Alaska’s majestic wildlife and wilderness by land and sea.
Must-See Alaska Cruise Highlights
From glacier-carved bays to national parks teeming with wildlife, Alaska delivers “wow” moments around every bend. Join us and experience the iconic sights and authentic stories of the Great Land.
Guided shore excursions and onboard Wildlife Experts in Glacier Bay help you spot what’s hiding in plain sight — seals lazing on ice floes, bald eagles soaring overhead, bears foraging for salmon, or humpback whales breaching clear waters.
Experience a sense of awe amid the big skies, grand valleys, and seemingly endless views of a land in which nature sets the pace. Here, every vista and river bend tell the story of Alaska’s living wilderness — vast, protected, and unforgettable.
As your ship cruises Glacier Bay and you hear the “white thunder” of ice calving from tidewater glaciers, onboard National Park Service Rangers tell the story behind these blue-hued giants, turning a view into a deep connection with Alaska’s living ice.
Heritage, history, and working waterfronts ground Alaska’s ports in traditions still lived to this day. On board, our 360° WE 🧡 ALASKA programming brings you up close to the local crafts, storytelling, and flavors of the people who call this place home.
Covering 3.3 million pristine acres, Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve is home to some of the most dramatic scenery in the world. With a full day of cruising here, you have ample time to take it all in. National Park Service Rangers and Huna Tlingit Cultural Ambassadors will join us on board to point out areas of interest and share insights about this ever-changing ecosystem.
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Fresh, Sustainable Alaska Seafood
We’ve been visiting Alaska since 1947 — before it was even a state! Today, we bring our decades of expertise to every itinerary, excursion, and onboard experience. Discover the best of Alaska with the Alaska vacation experts.
Called the “salmon capital of the world,” Ketchikan, Alaska, is one of the Inside Passage’s best spots for exploring Alaskan Native cultural sites.
#1 Cruise Line for Alaska Wildlife & Wilderness Tours
Discover Alaska’s magnificent “Big 5” with more than 200 animal sanctuary and sightseeing opportunities, including our exclusive partnership with the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center.
Book your Alaska cruise between early May and early June for the best chance to see orcas at play.
See Alaska’s enchanting bears on a complimentary tour through Denali National Park & Preserve.
Visit rescued moose and other Alaska animals at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center.
These nimble ruminants’ padded cloven hooves allow them to leap among Alaska’s ridges and slopes.
Every summer, humpback whales glide into Alaska’s Inside Passage to feed, play, and mingle.
Sea otters are often observed floating on their backs and are even known to “hold hands.”
Caribou (reindeer) are the only deer family members to grow antlers whether male or female.
Denali National Park & Preserve is one of the best places to spot these elusive animals in the wild.
Ships Made Specifically for Exploring Alaska
Mid-sized ships with wraparound decks, open viewing areas, and a refined onboard experience thoughtfully designed for Alaska — all paired with an unhurried atmosphere for more of the moments that matter.
Our perfectly sized ships take you closer to Alaska’s glaciers, wildlife, and remote wilderness. On board, our 360° “We Heart Alaska” programming brings you deeper into the stories, people, and cultures that make the Great Land unforgettable.
A Front-Row Seat to Alaska’s Grandeur
With wraparound decks and open viewing areas, our perfectly sized ships offer a front-row seat to Alaska’s untamed beauty. On Glacier Days, get close to towering glaciers while enjoying hot Dutch pea soup and other thoughtful touches.
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