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Take an Alaska cruise into the Inside Passage and spectacular glacier wilderness where eagles and whales roam free. Expect the unexpected on an Alaska glacier cruise and Alaska Inside Passage cruise - a massive glacier calves, a bald eagle soars above, a humpback whale clears the water and the night sky awakens to waves of color.  Alaska cruises offer  exquisite service, exciting excursions and a magnificent transport through the last great wilderness.

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Cruise Alaska's spectacular glacier bays, remote mountain vistas and the land that time (almost) forgot

Alaska and the Yukon offer so much to see and experience. There are wilderness national parks whose very names spark the imagination: Denali, Glacier Bay, Misty Fjords and Gates of the Arctic. There is magnificent wildlife like grizzlies and moose, wolves and caribou, whales and eagles. There are historic towns like Sitka, Skagway, Ketchikan, Juneau and Seward. Legendary names such as Klondike, Yukon, Inside Passage and Arctic. And ancient landscapes called Tombstone and Kluane. With the broadest selection of cruisetours to Alaska and the Yukon, Holland America Line offers the best of The Great Land.

Ride the rails to soaring Mt. McKinley as you journey into Denali National Park. Glide through Glacier Bay and get up close to calving glaciers. Break out your hiking boots for a challenging ascent. Test your mettle through class III and IV river rapids. Stretch your horizons on a flightseeing trip over permanent ice fields. Or enjoy a tranquil day of lake fishing or a scenic stroll along Ketchikan's boardwalk.

Travel Alaska and the Yukon in style and comfort Holland America Line's Alaska and Yukon CruiseTour vacations allow you to explore the Great Land's major attractions and remote destinations, while enjoying superb service and comfortable, luxurious accommodations and transportation. Cruise among Alaska's magnificent waterways and glaciers aboard our fleet of 5-star ships. Journey to Denali National Park and discover the ultimate in grand rail touring aboard our McKinley Explorer® railcars. Traverse the historic Yukon River aboard our sleek mv Yukon Queen II. Be among our first guests to travel the Great Land's scenic byways aboard our new state-of-the-art Explorer Coaches™. Enjoy luxurious accommodations and fine dining at our exclusive Westmark Hotels. And throughout your journey, be well cared for by our knowledgeable and friendly staff.

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McKinley Explorer® The adventure of train travel has never been more enthralling or more luxurious. Our double-deck, glass domed McKinley Explorer® railcars, the largest ever built, hearken back to the golden age of rail travel while providing cutting edge technology and luxurious amenities. Experience breathtaking 360° views from the upper-level observation lounge and lower-level open-air viewing platforms. Enjoy delicious Alaska-inspired cuisine in our ultra-spacious dining area, large enough to accommodate all passengers in just two sittings, and richly appointed with crisp linens, sparkling china and Native Alaskan art. Relax in our reclining, rotating passenger seats, the widest and most comfortable seats available in rail travel, while a friendly and knowledgeable car manager points out wildlife and shares the legend and lore that bring each historic milepost to life. Gliding through Alaska's wilderness aboard our McKinley Explorer® railcars is a travel experience not to be missed. Explorer Coaches™ Debuting in 2007 and exclusive to Holland America Line, our new, custom built Explorer Coaches™ are setting a new standard of excellence along the scenic byways of the Great Land. Offering as much personal space as domestic first-class air travel, our Explorer Coaches™ have 50% more leg room than other coach lines, leather seats, a mini galley, an extensive onboard enrichment program including expert narration by our friendly driver-guides, large LCD monitors for viewing onboard films and an in-seat, eight-channel audio system. We've thought of every detail to make motor coach sightseeing as unforgettable as the scenery itself.... and in Alaska and the Yukon, that's saying something! Gracious Cruising No one does Alaska cruising like Holland America Line. Our fleet of 5-star ships was specifically designed with Alaska cruising in mind. With wraparound teak decks, wide-open bows, 270° panoramic views from the Crow's Nest lounge and spacious private verandahs, we provide unparalleled opportunities to experience Alaska's stunning natural wonders. Holland America Line also carries fewer guests than other ships in our class to ensure quiet corners and unfettered views. Cozy up in a teak lounge chair and watch Alaska's majestic scenery glide by. Learn about Native Alaskan culture with our Native Artist-in-residence program. Dine on delicious Alaskan specialties like king crab legs and grilled salmon. Indulge yourself at our Greenhouse Spa. And at the end of each day, return to your elegantly appointed stateroom and melt into our exclusive Mariner's Dream bed to imagine tomorrow's adventures. "As You Wish Dining" Holland America Line’s new dining concept.  It consists of both fixed and open seating.  Fixed seating will be available for those guests that prefer to dine at the same time every night.  Dining time for fixed seating:5:30 PM-or-7:45 PM. Open seating dining is available between 5:15 and 9:00 pm daily.  Guests may request a one-time change onboard.   Reservations can be made for same day dining.  Reservations are taken on a first come, first served basis.  Some dining room space is reserved to accommodate walk-in guests. Tip: Early dining is the most popular.  So book early, as the 5:30PM dining time fills up fast and often will have a waitlist. mv Yukon Queen II Explore the legendary "River of Gold" aboard the mv Yukon Queen II, our sleek, high-speed sightseeing catamaran built exclusively for Holland America Line. Showcasing some of the Yukon's most spectacular scenery and wildlife, the mv Yukon Queen II travels the 102-mile stretch of unspoiled wilderness between Dawson City in the Yukon and Eagle, Alaska. Cruise into gold rush history as you travel the famous waterway that carried thousands of prospectors to the Klondike Gold Fields. Watch for moose, bear and eagles from the luxurious indoor or outdoor viewing decks. Scan the horizon from the wheelhouse lounge, find unique gifts in our onboard shop and enjoy a hearty prospector's lunch from the full service galley. This unique excursion takes you "inside" Alaska and the Yukon, through pristine wilderness miles from civilization. Available only on Holland America Line CruiseTours #1-6 and 27-28. Westmark Hotels Tucked away like hidden treasures throughout Alaska and the Yukon, our Westmark Hotels offer unparalleled hospitality and comfort. From Skagway to Whitehorse and Beaver Creek to Anchorage, you can count on a warm northern welcome at the largest network of hotels and lodges in the Great Land. A subsidiary of Holland America Line, Westmark Hotels are not available to guests of other cruise lines. Luxuriate in the newly expanded Westmark Fairbanks Hotel and Westmark Inn Dawson City where amenities and services are taken to new heights. Use the Westmark Whitehorse Hotel as an ideal base for excursions to Kluane and the Yukon. Participate in our convenient cruisetour meal plans and enjoy breakfast and dinner at the many fine dining and casual dining Westmark Hotel restaurants. On a Holland America Line cruisetour, you will soon discover the Westmark name stands for warm hospitality, quality lodging and excellent dining. CruiseTour Staff Always at the heart of the Holland America Line experience is the warm and gracious service provided by our knowledgeable and friendly staff. In guest surveys, we often hear that it is our people that make our guest's vacations especially memorable. Thanks to these thoughtful professionals eager to share the land they love, our guests experience the true wonder and personal enrichment for an unforgettable Alaska Adventure. Tour Directors offer you personalized attention from railway to highway to wilderness hotel. They handle your transfers and hotel check-ins, make sure your luggage is speedily delivered and provide invaluable assistance with excursion planning and bookings. Tour Directors are available on CruiseTours #1-10, 13-22 and 27-29. Beyond providing a safe and pleasant drive our Explorer Coach™ Driver-Guides share with you the color and diversity of the Great Land. From early exploration and Klondike Gold Rush history to how modern-day Alaskans live and work, they are masters at delivering insightful details and answering questions. They also work closely with your Tour Director to make sure your trip is unforgettable. McKinley Explorer® Car Managers bring the experience of the scenic Alaska Railroad corridor to life. Well versed in the natural history and local lore that make Alaska such an enticing destination, Car Managers deliver educational and entertaining commentary along the historic Alaska Railroad route. Our Sales and Service Representatives are available to assist you throughout your Alaska vacation. These friendly professionals are on hand at the airport, cruise ship pier, hotels, rail stations and various stops along your vacation route. Representatives answer questions, make sightseeing reservations and assist with luggage. They ensure that our Great Land vacations are seamless from beginning to end.

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  Great Land Klondike Cruisetours The Great Land is so expansive it includes both Alaska and the Yukon Territory of Canada. Only Holland America Line can offer you the best wilderness tour of Denali National Park with the remote scenery of the Yukon River, historic Dawson City and Alaska's best glacier attractions on an Inside Passage Cruise. Every Great Land Klondike Cruisetour includes either Glacier Bay National Park or the twin Sawyer Glaciers of Tracy Arm on a Holland America Inside Passage Cruise. A comprehensive Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour is included for the best wildlife and Mt. McKinley viewing opportunities.The history of Jack London's Dawson City comes alive when combined with a scenic Yukon River Cruise - another Holland America exclusive. Exclusive excursions are available in Kluane National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to Canada's highest mountains. Tombstone Park, an ancient wilderness of sub-arctic tundra dating back to the Bering Land Bridge is available on optional excursions from Dawson City. Click on the cruise tour number below for details of each cruisetour. Our sale prices and special offers will likely make your price even lower than the "From Price" shown here. We have exclusive resident, regional and past guest offers. Call us about your choice.  800.365.1445

  Great Land Klondike Cruisetours

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  Tour Length

  Fares    From*

  1 Northbound	3 day  Cruise With  Tracy Arm	Whitehorse	Dawson City 2 nights	Tok	Fairbanks	Denali	Anchorage		3 -Cruise  7 -Land 10 nights  11 Days	$1799    Save!
  2 Southbound	Anchorage	Denali	Fairbanks	Tok	Dawson City 2 nights	Whitehorse	4 Day Cruise With Glacier Bay		4 -Cruise  7 -Land 11 nights 12 Days	$2449    Save!
  3 Northbound	3 day  Cruise With  Tracy Arm	Skagway	Whitehorse	Dawson City 2 nights	Tok	Fairbanks	Denali 2 Nights	Anchorage	3 -Cruise  9 -Land 12 nights 13 Days	$2049   Save!
  4 Southbound	Anchorage	Denali 2 Nights	Fairbanks	Tok	Dawson City 2 nights	Whitehorse	Skagway	4 Day Cruise With Glacier Bay	4 -Cruise  9-Land 13 Nights  14 Days	$2549   Save!
  5 Northbound	3 Day  Cruise With  Tracy Arm	Skagway	Whitehorse 2 Nights	Dawson City 2 Nights	Tok	Fairbanks	Denali 2 Nights	Anchorage	4 -Cruise  9-Land 13 Nights  14 Days	$2249   Save!
  6 Southbound	Anchorage	Denali 2 Nights	Fairbanks	Tok	Dawson City 2 Nights	Whitehorse 2 Nights	Skagway	4 Day Cruise With Glacier Bay	4 -Cruise 10-Land 14 Nights  15 Days	$2749   Save!

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  Great Land Wilderness Cruisetours Nature lovers will find plenty to appreciate on our very affordable Great Land Wilderness Cruisetours. The Alaska Highway, an engineering icon, is one of the most stunning routes on the planet. Combine this raw wilderness with the best national parks such as Denali, Kluane and Glacier Bay and you will understand why we call it the Great Land. Every Great Land Wilderness Cruisetour includes either Glacier Bay National Park or the twin Sawyer Glaciers of Tracy Arm on a Holland America Inside Passage Cruise. A comprehensive Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour is included for the best wildlife and Mt. McKinley viewing opportunities. The Al-Can is more than a highway. This two-day experience is filled with history, culture and most important - scenic vistas with deep turquoise lakes, glaciated mountains and wide-open tundra. Exclusive excursions are available in Kluane National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to Canada's highest mountains. Our McKinley Explorer® luxury domed railcars are the most comfortable in Alaska and the largest in the world!   Click on the cruise tour number below for details of each cruisetour. Our sale prices and special offers will likely make your price even lower than the "From Price" shown here. We have exclusive resident, regional and past guest offers. Call us about your choice.  800.365.1445

  Great Land Wilderness Cruisetours

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  7 Northbound	3 Day Cruise With Tracy Arm	Whitehorse	Beaver Creek	Fairbanks 2 Nights	Denali	Anchorage			3 -Cruise  6 -Land 9 nights  10 Days	$1449  Save!
  8 Southbound	Anchorage	Denali	Fairbanks 2 Nights	Beaver Creek	Whitehorse	4 Day Cruise With Glacier Bay			4 -Cruise  6 -Land 10 nights  11 Days	$1948  Save!
  9 Northbound	3 Day Cruise With Tracy Arm	Whitehorse  2 Nights	Beaver Creek	Fairbanks  2 Nights	Denali 2 Nights	Anchorage			3 -Cruise  8 -Land 11 nights  12 Days	$1749  Save!
  10 Southbound	Anchorage	Denali 2 Nights	Fairbanks 2 Nights	Beaver Creek	Whitehorse 2 Nights	4 Day Cruise With Glacier Bay			4 -Cruise  8 -Land 12 nights  13 Days	$2249  Save!

  Glacier Discovery Cruisetours Combine the best glacier attractions on a 7-night Holland America Cruise with the excitement of land adventure. Witness the inspiring beauty of Alaska's best National Parks, highest rated hotels and off-the-beaten-path explorations. We sail with the most spacious and least crowded ships along this route - always with award-winning 5-star service. Denali National Park is famous for it's expansive vistas and abundant wildlife. Look for our Double Denali Cruisetours for even more time here. Our McKinley Explorer® luxury domed railcars are the most comfortable in Alaska and the largest in the world! The remote land across the Arctic Circle is available with both escorted cruisetours and optional excursions from Fairbanks. Kenai Fjords, Gates of the Arctic and Katmai National Parks are more accessible with Holland America Line than with any other cruisetour company. Alyeska Resort offers our Cruisetour guests the perfect mix of world-class comforts and spectacular wilderness vistas. Our NEW Kenai Peninsula Cruisetour 29 showcases the "backroads beauty" of this unique part of Alaska. Click on the cruise tour number below for details of each cruisetour. Our sale prices and special offers will likely make your price even lower than the "From Price" shown here. We have exclusive resident, regional and past guest offers. Call us about your choice.  800.365.1445

  Glacier Discovery Cruisetours

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  11  11R Northbound

  7 Day   Cruise

  Anchorage

  Denali

  Fairbanks 2 Nights

  7 -Cruise  4 -Land 11 nights  12 Days

  $1599  Save!

  12  12R Southbound

  Fairbanks 2 Nights

  Denali 2 Nights

  7 Day Cruise

  7 -Cruise  4 -Land 11 nights  12 Days

  $1599  Save!

  13 Northbound

  7 Day   Cruise

  Denali 2 Nights

  Fairbanks 2 Nights

  7 -Cruise  4 -Land 11 nights  12 Days

  $1749  Save!

  14 Southbound

  Fairbanks 2 Nights

  Denali 2 Nights

  7 Day Cruise

  7 -Cruise  4 -Land 11 nights  12 Days

  $1899  Save!

  15 Northbound

  7 Day Cruise

  Anchorage

  Denali  2 Nights

  Fairbanks 2 Nights

  7 -Cruise  5 -Land 12 nights  13 Days

  $1799  Save!

  16  16R Southbound

  Fairbanks  2 Nights

  Denali  2 Nights

  Anchorage

  7 Day Cruise

  7 -Cruise  5 -Land 12 nights  13 Days

  $1899  Save!