New 2026 Alaska Cruisetours to provide more chances to encounter ice, animals and wild beauty of Denali and Canada’s Yukon
COURTESY Holland America Line: Seattle, Wash., Nov. 12, 2024— Holland America Line, the boat line with the longest record of exploring Alaska, announced immediately 2026 Cruisetours, which allow guests to incorporate an Alaska cruise with an amazing journey into Denali National Park and Canada’s Yukon Territory. A series of 18 timetables may combine a boat with an inland journey, offering more accessibility to Alaska’s glaciers, animals and wilderness tours.
Each of the 18 bookable Cruisetours trips Denali National Park and includes days at sea aboard Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Westerdam or Zaandam. With the various excursions, travelers can choose whether to sail or cross the border first, and those looking to travel longer will be able to follow an itinerary that includes stops in Whitehorse and Dawson City. The only cruise line to enter the Yukon’s brain is still Land America Line, which operates there.
According to Beth Bodensteiner, chief business officer for Holland America Line,” Customers who embark on one of our Cruisetours have the opportunity to combine our award-winning boat experience with our strong inquiry into the forest that’s unnoticed by most.” They can take in the beauty of this majestic mountain while getting the premium service and comfort they have come to expect from Holland America Denali Lodge.
Holland America Denali Lodge
Holland America has also changed the name of the property to Holland America Denali Lodge because the lodge is situated close to Denali National Park. The Lodge, formerly known as McKinley Chalet, offers breathtaking views of the national park and abundant wildlife. The brand’s change of name reflects the significance of its location and the Denali experience visitors will enjoy on their Cruisetour.
Highlights for 2026 Denali Cruisetours
- Nieuw Amsterdam and Westerdam will offer Denali Cruisetours ranging from nine to 14 days between Vancouver, Canada, and Anchorage or Fairbanks, Alaska.
- A seven-day Glacier Discovery cruise that includes Glacier Bay, Juneau, Ketchikan, and Skagway, as well as College Fjord or Hubbard Glacier ( depending on the direction ) and Inside Passage are included in all Denali Cruisetours. Up to three nights stay at Holland America Denali Lodge are included in the land portion.
- Prior to or following a seven-day cruise, a 14-day Ultimate Denali tour also includes overnight accommodations in Fairbanks and Anchorage.
- All single one-day Classic Alaska &, Denali itineraries include a complimentary Denali Natural History Tour in Denali National Park so guests can go in search of Alaska’s” Big 5″ ( bears, moose, Dall sheep, caribou and gray wolves ) in their natural habitat.
- The Tundra Wilderness Tour, which travels 43 miles into Denali National Park, offers the best wildlife viewing on both two- and three-night itineraries.
Highlights for 2026 Yukon &, Denali Cruisetours
- The Yukon & Denali Cruisetours range from nine to seventeen days and include either a three- or four-day Inside Passage cruise on Koningsdam or Zaandam, or a seven-day Glacier Discovery cruise on Nieuw Amsterdam or Westerdam with a two- or three-night stay in Dawson City and Denali. Yukon &, Denali Cruisetours also feature overnights at Fairbanks, Anchorage and Skagway, depending on the Cruisetour.
- NEW: A 13-day Alaska, Denali and Yukon Cruisetour aboard Nieuw Amsterdam or Westerdam. The journey begins in Fairbanks, where guests will then fly to Dawson City before visiting Denali for three days. Finally, guests head to the ship in Holland America Line’s luxury, glass-domed rail cars before embarking on a seven-day cruise to Vancouver. Three complimentary tours are offered for this cruisetour: Riverboat Discovery in Fairbanks, Dawson City’s Klondike Gold Tour, and Tundra Wilderness Tour in Denali National Park.
- NEW: New consumer trends enabled Holland America Line to provide more of its customers ‘ needs. The Klondike Gold Tour in Dawson City and the Tundra Wilderness Tour at Denali National Park are now included on all Yukon & Denali itineraries. A narration-speaking Parks Canada guide guides guests through the original discovery claim that inspired the Klondike Gold Rush and Gold Dredge 4.
- Holland America Line Cruisetour guests will experience one of the newest UNESCO World Heritage sites: Tr ‘ondëk-Klondike. Dawson City, which was added in September 2023, is a site that incorporates the Klondike Gold Rush’s rich history and cultural significance for indigenous peoples.
When guests book 2026 Alaska Cruisetours with the Have It All premium package, they will receive the standard package amenities, including shore excursions, specialty dining, a Signature Beverage Package, Surf Wi-Fi, and free upgrades to the Elite Beverage Package and Premium Wi-Fi.
Cruisetour fares begin at only$ 2, 259 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes and fees are included in the advertised fares.
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With expertly crafted itineraries, exceptional service, and genuine connections to the destinations, Holland America Line has been exploring the world for more than 150 years. Its fleet, which travels to nearly 400 ports in 114 different countries around the world and has been sailing with Alaska for more than 75 years, the longest of any cruise line, offers the ideal, perfectly-sized ship experience. The 11 vessels operated by Holland America Line have a variety of enriching experiences and amenities designed to make traveling from one place to another memorable. The best entertainment on the water and dining establishments with world-class cuisine are provided for guests. More than 80 different types of fresh fish are brought on board as part of a new global fresh fish program, which is distributed locally in various regions.