We are the best in Alaska. Our history with the Great Land goes back nearly 75 years and we consistently rank as the best Alaska cruise because of our unmatched knowledge and experience. White-capped peaks, artic-blue glaciers, and wildlife galore are must-sees on every Alaska cruise, but you decide how much surf or turf you want to experience.
With 7-day roundtrips from Seattle or Vancouver, consider our iconic Alaska cruises to see the famed Inside Passage. We have more options for Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve than any other Alaska cruise line. Soak in every natural splendor from our perfectly sized ships, which feature spacious wraparound decks and exclusive Alaska programming on board.
Land and Sea Cruisetours offer the opportunity to explore Alaska’s rugged wilderness and glacial waters. Each cruisetour includes a stay of up to three nights at our premier McKinley Chalet Resort at the doorstep of Denali National Park & Preserve. If you have a wild side, step off the beaten path and into the Yukon frontier on a Yukon & Denali Cruisetour that combines an Alaska cruise and two to three nights at Denali with the majesty of the Yukon territory. We’re the only Alaska cruise line to take you to this remarkable area.
It’s a pleasure to welcome you to the Alaska we’ve cherished for so long.
Mariner Society® loyalty members combine your Have It All Package with an exclusive early booking bonus. Get up to $200 onboard spending money per stateroom when you book an Alaska 2023 cruise or cruisetour by Dec. 1, 2021.
Experience majestic glaciers, awe-inspiring wildlife and rich cultures with the cruise line rated Best in Alaska. Welcome back to cruising with 7-day Alaskan Explorer voyages. We can’t wait to show you the Great Land.
Holland America Line cruises from Seattle to Alaska are available for guests who have received their final dose of an approved COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the beginning of the cruise and have proof of vaccination. Here are the COVID-19 Guest Protocols currently planned which are subject to change as further details are established. They will be updated in accordance with guidance from public health authorities. View our Travel Well information for more details.
Awards: Voted Best Alaska Cruise
Only Holland America Line has been taking guests to Alaska for nearly 75 years - longer than it's been a state! Cruise with the Best In Alaska as rated by travel experts and cruisers alike.
Best Alaska Itineraries
2020 Porthole Cruise Magazine, Editor-In-Chief Awards
Best In Alaska
2019 Cruise Critic, Cruisers’ Choice Destination Awards
Best Alaska Cruise
2020 AFAR Travelers' Choice Awards
Best Cruise Line For Alaska Sailings
2020 TravelAgeWest, Wave Awards
Best For Alaska
2019 Travel Weekly UK, Cool Cruises
Your Alaska cruise begins and ends in the Emerald City. See staggering mountains, glimmering blue glaciers and fascinating wildlife. Experience true Alaska wonder with stops in remote outposts and scenic towns.
Your Alaska cruise starts in cosmopolitan Vancouver. Make it a roundtrip or a one way. Spend a wild week watching ice calve from glaciers, visiting scenic towns and ports, and watching for Alaska’s amazing marine life, such as seals and humpback whales.
Combine your Alaska cruise with a land-based adventure that takes you to Denali National Park. Every itinerary includes a stay at our McKinley Chalet Resort, an exclusive wilderness retreat at the gateway to Denali.
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Best Alaska Cruisetours
For the best of both worlds, our cruisetours combine an Alaska cruise with the most authentic and immersive ways to experience Denali National Park and the Yukon. Every Alaska Cruisetour includes a scenic trip on our McKinley Explorer domed railcars and a stay at our McKinley Chalet Resort, an exclusive wilderness retreat at the gateway to Denali.
Peruse our convenient Alaska departure ports and go sightseeing before you head out to the Last Frontier.
Cruises from Seattle
Surrounded by natural beauty, Seattle boasts quirky boutiques and cafes, along with numerous iconic attractions. The Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Chihuly Garden and Glass line up on a serene, ferry-dotted waterfront.
Once a trading post and a rough-and-tumble sawmilling settlement, today’s Vancouver is a bustling, diverse metropolis that’s a mix of glassy new skyscrapers, quaint historic neighborhoods and plentiful green spaces.
Fairbanks, Alaska’s second-largest city was born of gold rush fever. A favorite stop among history buffs, you can pan for gold with miners or take a sternwheeler into the heart of Alaska.
At an impressive 20,310 feet above sea level, Denali isn’t just any mountain; it’s the centerpiece of Alaska’s interior. When you book an Alaska Cruisetour, you can settle in for up to three nights and get a true sense of North America’s tallest mountain.
With snow-flecked peaks, several tidewater glaciers, and wildlife galore, Glacier Bay is a top reason that visitors cruise Alaska. We offer more sailings to Glacier Bay than any other cruise line.
Surrounded by water, forest and mountains, on your cruise to Juneau, Alaska you can hike a glacier, eat fresh-caught fish on a seaside patio and tour a grand capitol building all in one day.
Ketchikan is nicknamed the “First City” because it’s the first major landfall for many Alaska cruises as they enter Inside Passage fjords. Wander the expansive boardwalk, see gold rush attractions and shop for souvenirs.
Located on Baranof Island surrounded by temperate rain forest, Sitka offers the chance to explore Tlingit and Haida totem poles and Russian artifacts. It is also one of the best places in Alaska to reel in salmon.
Go back in time to the Klondike Gold Rush on cruises to Skagway, Alaska, once the primary gateway to the storied gold fields. Take a trip on the scenic railroad and still have time for dining and shopping.
Inspiring entertainment, Alaska-themed dining and engaging discussions enrich your Alaska cruising experience.
Taste the Flavor of Alaska
Unrivaled experiences in food, wine and spirits are part of every Holland America Line voyage. Throughout your Alaska cruise, you can enjoy a variety of exclusive offerings that showcase the flavors of Alaska and the Pacific Northwest. Bite into a perfectly cooked piece of salmon, snack on Beecher's Handmade Cheese and enjoy the refreshing taste of one of Alaskan Brewing Company's award-winning beers.
Our long-time partnerships with local experts give you a unique view on the people and places you visit on your Alaska cruise. In Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, we bring National Park Service rangers on board to point out areas of interest and answer your questions about this ever-changing eco-system. You'll also be joined by members of the local Huna Totem tribe, who will share ancient stories about the history of the bay that serves as their spiritual homeland.
BBC Earth Experiences On Your Alaska Cruise
Celebrate Alaska - one of the last great wildernesses - with spectacular footage celebrating the Alaskan seasons and you will see this place is as unforgiving as it is beautiful.
Every Alaska cruise ship features informative talks by Explorations Central™ (EXC®). The multifaceted EXC experience combines travel resources and enrichment opportunities to make your trip to Alaska more vivid and meaningful.
Our fleet of Alaska cruise ships are perfectly sized with wraparound decks to offer you a front-row seat to the splendors of Glacier Bay and all of Alaska’s stunning coastline. Our award-winning Koningsdam – named 2019's Best Mid-Sized Cruise Ship by USA Today's 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards – makes her premiere Alaska voyage in 2022.
Koningsdam
Fluid lines, light-filled spaces and a blend of modern elegance and nautical tradition make Koningsdam a sublime ship for Alaska cruises. Explore the rugged outdoors and return to sumptuous staterooms and an array of innovative dining and entertainment options. Every day is perfection.
See the Last Frontier from an award-winning ship that continues to impress with its understated elegance. Eurodam was named “Best for Great Dining & Diverse Destinations” and features a vast selection of entertainment venues and restaurants.
Head to Alaska in high style. The second of our Signature-class ships, Nieuw Amsterdam celebrates historic New York City with an art collection valued at more than $3 million. Its ambitious design and exceptional onboard experience earned “Best Cruise Ship Overall” at the Travvy Awards.
Named for the Northern compass point, Noordam is fitting for a cruise to Alaska. Museum-quality art outfits this ship, from 19th-century oils to photographs of music legends. Discover the great outdoors then attend BBC Earth in Concert programming for added enrichment.
Sink into refreshed suites and a new lounge, plus dining and entertainment venues. Have a front-row seat to Alaska’s evergreen fjords and thunderous glaciers on this Vista-class ship.
Classic nautical finishes and a spectacular art collection make the Zuiderdam the ideal sanctuary for your cruise to Alaska. When you’re not watching glaciers calve or whales breach, learn to cook Alaskan fare or rejuvenate at the Greenhouse Spa & Salon.
Fly to cruise departure ports, such as Vancouver or Seattle, and then set out on your Alaska cruise. Find low prices, loads of options that arrive and depart in time for your cruise, and enjoy flexibility and support should plans change with Flight Ease®.
Add a hotel package to your Alaska cruise and enjoy a comfortable, convenient overnight in your cruise departure or arrival city. Rest up in a sumptuous hotel before or after exploring Alaska’s rugged wilderness.
There is a lot of ground to cover in the Great Land. We make it easy to schedule transfers between the airport and ship. Arrange ground transportation ahead of time and breeze to and from your Alaska cruise.
