As Holland America Line prepares to celebrate 80 years of Alaskan exploration, the company is launching its Cruisetours with exciting new enhancements. Travelers can combine an Alaskan cruise with a unique experience in Denali National Park and the Canadian territory of Yukon, including an expanded Denali Lodge and a new all-inclusive dining plan—free for those who book with the Have It All Early Booking Bonus—offering local flavors, a variety of dining options, and significant added value. Guests can choose from 19 itineraries, each designed to further showcase the grandeur of Alaska, including its glaciers, wildlife, and wilderness excursions.
Travelers on a Cruisetour with Holland America Line can enjoy the Alaskan interior aboard the scenic McKinley Explorer train. Cruisetours combine an Alaskan cruise with a land tour.
Each adventure includes a visit to Denali National Park and a three- to seven-day cruise aboard the Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Westerdam, or Zaandam. Guests can begin with the cruise or the land-based journey, and those seeking an even deeper connection with the region's nature and history can venture into the Yukon. Holland America Line is the only cruise line that explores this territory, taking travelers beyond Skagway, following the historic Klondike Gold Rush route to Dawson City.
To celebrate the expansion of Denali Lodge and its 80th anniversary in Alaska, Holland America Line is offering a complimentary dining plan for Cruisetours to those who book with the Early Booking Bonus, considered one of the most valuable benefits offered for Alaskan backcountry travel. This dining package includes breakfast and dinner at Holland America's signature properties in Denali, Skagway, and Dawson City, as well as lunch aboard the McKinley Explorer® panoramic cars. Guests will also enjoy the lively Music of Denali and receive lunch during the Tundra Wilderness Tour.
“Guests are looking for an inclusive experience and the continuous comfort of a cruise ship throughout their voyage—this complimentary meal plan delivers that all the way to Denali,” said Dan Rough, vice president of revenue management. “Because Holland America Line owns lodges, railcars, and coaches, and now includes meals as well, we can offer a unified experience that takes the uncertainty out of travel and allows guests to focus on enjoying themselves. From a full breakfast before a day of exploring Denali to a relaxed dinner after a scenic train ride, every detail reinforces our commitment to a premium, worry-free adventure.”.
Thanks to the expansion of Holland America Denali Lodge, guests will have more dining options than ever before. The lodge, a centerpiece of the Cruisetour, is undergoing a renovation that will be completed before the 2027 season.
“With these enhancements, Denali Lodge—already a cornerstone of Alaska Cruise Tours—reinforces our commitment to delivering a premium Denali experience that blends the elegance of our ships with the authentic natural beauty of Alaska,” added Rough. “The expansion supports longer stays and solidifies Holland America’s leadership as an Alaska expert. By combining modern improvements with the lodge’s stunning scenery, every moment ashore complements the unforgettable experience at sea.”
Each Cruisetour combines Holland America Line cruises with select land experiences that highlight Alaska’s most iconic landscapes. All itineraries include a scenic ride on the McKinley Explorer® train, offering 360-degree views and dining as you travel through the Alaskan wilderness. Select programs incorporate the historic White Pass & Yukon Route train from Skagway or Direct-to-Denali service, connecting ship and lodge in a single day.
Starting in 2026, each Ultimate Cruisetour offers an enhanced Alaskan experience, combining multi-day land adventures—including two nights at Denali Lodge and visits to iconic locations such as Alyeska, Seward, and Homer—with a 7-day Glacier Discovery cruise. Each Ultimate itinerary will feature a dedicated tour director to accompany and coordinate the entire trip.
Season Highlights
Classic Alaska & Denali Cruise Tours: 9–10 days, including a 7-day Glacier Discovery cruise, one night at Denali Lodge, and the Denali Natural History Tour.
Signature Alaska & Denali Cruise Tours: 10–12 days, including a 7-day cruise, 2–3 nights at Denali Lodge, and the Tundra Wilderness Tour.
Ultimate Alaska & Denali Cruise Tours: 14 days, including a 7-day cruise, two nights at Denali Lodge, and stays in Alyeska, Seward, or Homer.
Alaska, Denali & Yukon Cruise Tours: 9–17 days, including a Glacier Discovery or Inside Passage cruise, 2–3 nights at Denali, and two nights each in Dawson City and Whitehorse.
For a limited time, those who book a Cruisetour with the Have It All Early Booking Bonus will receive a complimentary meal plan for the land portion of the trip. In addition, the usual perks—shopping, specialty dining, Signature Beverage Package, and Surf Wi-Fi—are included. Mariner Society loyalty program members can also take advantage of the Exclusive Mariner Society Early Booking Bonus, with one onboard credit per stateroom when these voyages go on sale.
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