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Discover the wonders of Alaska in 2024 with an unforgettable cruise experience offered by Holland America Line. Departing from the charming city of Seattle, these cruises are the perfect way to explore the breathtaking landscapes and natural wonders of the region. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Alaska's tidewater glaciers, which flow directly into the ocean and showcase powerful calving moments. Seattle, known as the Emerald City, serves as an ideal departure port for your Alaska cruise, offering a vibrant blend of natural beauty, cultural attractions, and a bustling urban atmosphere. Situated on the picturesque shores of the Puget Sound, Seattle seamlessly combines its maritime heritage with a cosmopolitan cityscape. As you embark on your Alaskan voyage, Seattle sets the stage for an unforgettable journey through the stunning landscapes of the Last Frontier.

Holland America Line has been a leading name in the cruise industry for over 140 years, famed for its commitment to comfort, style, and exceptional service. This premium cruise line offers an experience that exudes luxury and sophistication without being prohibitively expensive. Their fleet of mid-sized ships combines traditional elegance with modern amenities, promising a personalized and intimate cruising experience. A strong reputation for impeccable service, exquisite dining, and comprehensive itineraries ensures a truly unparalleled journey with Holland America Line. Take a memorable Alaska cruise adventure from Seattle onboard Eurodam , Koningsdam , Nieuw Amsterdam , Noordam , Westerdam , Zaandam , cruise ships from Holland America Line.

Alaska cruise out of Seattle with Holland America Line 2024

Holland America Line offers a selection of routes that allow you to experience the best of Alaska's scenic wonders. Traverse the stunning Inside Passage, renowned for its captivating beauty, or set sail to Glacier Bay, Hubbard Glacier, Strait of Georgia, and Tracy Arm, where awe-inspiring landscapes await at every turn. While most cruises include visits to Ketchikan, Skagway, or Juneau, there are also rare opportunities to explore Haines, Hoonah, and Sitka, adding a touch of uniqueness to your Alaskan adventure. Embark on an Holland America Line voyage from Seattle and let the beauty of Alaska unfold before your eyes. Witness the majestic tidewater glaciers, delve into the rich cultural heritage of charming towns, and create memories that will last a lifetime .

7-day Alaska cruise from Seattle

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Date: May 25, 2024

Ports of Call: Seattle, Juneau, Glacier Bay, Sitka, Ketchikan, Victoria, Seattle; View Itinerary

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Date: June 9, 2024

Ports of Call: Seattle, Inside Passage, Ketchikan, Sitka, Hubbard Glacier, Valdez, College Fjord, Seward, Dutch Harbor, Nome, Kodiak, Anchorage, Anchorage, Homer, Glacier Bay, Haines, Juneau, Tracy Arm, Wrangell, Prince Rupert, Seattle; View Itinerary

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See the Last Frontier in all its grandeur with a Holland America Line Alaska cruise. Looming glaciers, graceful whales and snowy, elegant peaks will make for a set of views you will never forget, planting themselves in your memories to tell your kids and grandkids about.  Hop on a sled for an exciting and adventurous expedition with some seriously tough dogs. Or try your hand at some king salmon and halibut fishing in Sitka for the chance to catch your dinner and perhaps send something home for those who missed out. That’s only the tip of the iceberg when you cruise to Alaska with Holland America. 

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The rugged landscape of Alaska lends itself to amazing adventures in nature. With Holland America’s Alaskan cruises you can whitewater raft, go searching for bears and pan for gold. The landscape is also inspiring, and you can taste it in the beer and see it in the local art.

• Sixmile Creek Whitewater Rafting (Alyeska, Alaska) Have a thrilling adventure in the Alaskan outdoors as you whitewater raft through Class III and IV waterways along Sixmile Creek. Along the way you’ll get great views of the spectacular scenery of the Kenai Peninsula. The Sixmile Creek flows out of the Chugach Mountains and through three canyons.  

• 26 Glacier Cruise (Anchorage, Alaska) Travel through an amazing cluster of glaciers on a luxury catamaran. You’ll sit back and take in the glaciers, fjords and 145 miles of waterways as a U.S. Forest Service Ranger provides narration. Along the way you’ll probably spot eagles, otters and seals, and maybe even an orca. On some cruises you could be lucky enough to see a chunk of glacier calving off into the sea.  

• A Taste of Haines: Meet the Brewmeister (Haines, Alaska) Head to Dalton City, created in 1989 to film the Disney Film White Fang. Here you’ll tour the Haines Brewing Company, the state’s smallest brewery, which produces 350 barrels a year. You’ll meet the brewmaster and try some of his ales. Then see how locals smoke salmon and halibut and sample some dishes.  

• Whales, Wildlife and Bear Search (Icy Strait Point, Alaska) Icy Strait Point is a wildlife lover’s dream. On this trip you’ll go whale spotting on a cruise to Point Adolphus, hopefully seeing seals, otters and even bald eagles in the vicinity. Onboard, a naturalist describes the sea life that flocks to this area. When back on land, head to the Spasski River and the Tlingit village of Hoonah to spot brown bears, deer and woodpeckers.  

• Wild Arts Artist Walk: Hot Italian Glass (Sitka, Alaska) Sitka has a strong arts community and on this adventure you’ll wind your way through various art galleries, including the Wild Arts Gallery and Studio where you’ll see artists making glass canes. You might also see demonstrations of wood carving, jewelry making and ceramics. During the glass demonstration you will have the opportunity to try the art form out for yourself.  

• White Pass Rail, Klondike Highway and Gold Camp Adventure (Skagway, Alaska) See stunning views as you travel along Alaska’s White Pass aboard a narrow gauge rail car. You’ll stop at Liarsville, which was a gold rush trail camp where reporters who sensationalized the exploits of prospectors were stationed. You can even try to pan for gold here. You will also be entertained by dance hall girls and poetry by Robert Service.  

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Holland America Line Alaska Departure Ports

Learn more about your potential departure ports for an Alaska cruise with Holland America. Your Holland America Alaska cruise could embark from any of the following cities:

Known as The Emerald City, Seattle is a beautiful, luscious city with incredible views of the Cascade Mountains and Elliott Bay. The city is full of activities for both water lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Whether it’s your cruise destination or a launching point, Vancouver is a beautiful destination in itself with a sophisticated downtown and lots of natural elements to explore.

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Experience the best of the Last Frontier in quaint Whittier, Alaska. Enjoy the clear water filled with salmon, red snapper and trout along with the freely roaming wildlife, all combining to make Whittier a treat to visit.

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Check out our photo gallery of Alaska cruising photos from Holland America. Keep in mind, this is just a sample of the sights waiting for you on a Holland America Alaska cruise vacation.

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Alaska cruise tours with Holland America allow you to visit the spectacular coast of our state by large cruise ship in style. Aboard a Holland America Alaska cruise you’ll sail with the finest premium fleet in Alaska. Experience award-winning five-star service, spacious staterooms, sumptuous dining and first rate entertainment as you sail along the most beautiful coastline in the world.

Holland America Line offers classic Alaska cruise vacations aboard spectacular world class luxury liners. Relax and enjoy the scenery on a 7-night round-trip voyage through the Inside Passage from Seattle or Vancouver . One way cruises between Vancouver and Seward (or the reverse) are perfect for creating enjoyable Alaska cruise and land tour combinations. Let Holland America host you on a comfortable cruise to see Alaska’s incredible scenery, massive glaciers and wildlife. Experience more by combining your Alaska cruise with land tours featuring Denali National Park , the Kenai Peninsula , or the gold rush of the Yukon Territory .

Enjoy a Glacier Bay Inside Passage Cruise (round trip from Vancouver), an Alaska Explorer Cruise (round trip from Seattle), or a Glacier Bay or Hubbard Glacier Discovery Cruise (between Vancouver and Seward, Alaska).

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We are first time cruisers and will be departing on 7/21 from Seattle on the Westderdam for an Alaska cruise.   We are flying into Seattle from Oakland, CA, the day before departure and I’m trying to figure out logistics.  Mainly, which hotel is best for the night before, in terms of proximity to cruise port, cruise port transportation, etc.   In particular, we have a 5-year old that requires a car seat so transport like shuttle buses/coaches, would be preferred over private passenger vehicle/van since the later requires car seats.   Thanks in advance for any suggestions/tips.  

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Pier 91 is located away from the DT Seattle area, so your selection of a hotel should not be based on the proximity to the pier.

Most folks staying at hotels will arrive at Pier 91 by Uber/Lyft or taxi.  If you are not planning on exploring Seattle, you might look at:  https://www.cedarbrooklodge.com/    This hotel is closer to SeaTac than DT Seattle, but it does have dining on site.

As for a child's car seat, you may have to bring your own with you.

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Hi. We stayed near the airport, at a hotel that had free airport transportation. I think it was a Hampton Inn, and there were a couple of restaurants nearby for dinner.

We used Seattle Express to get us over to the ship in the morning, and also for return transportation to the airport at the end of the cruise. I can't say enough good things about them! Great customer service. We had a group of 8. They were recommended to me by the hotel. We'll definitely use them again.

You can pick just about any hotel in the Seattle area to stay at, proximity to the port is basically immaterial because Pier 91 is not near anything.  It is an entirely industrial and seafaring location which is only accessible through a series of odd surface street level interchanges and bridges.  So you aren't walking to port, and public transit isn't convenient to the port, at least not for travelers and their luggage.  There is a bus stop at the port, but the walk from the bus stop to the terminal is very long, and I think there is a set of stairs down from the bus stop that is on the bridge.  So you will need to shuttle/Uber/Lyft to/from the port.

That said @Ferry_Watcher 's advice about the Ceaderbrook Lodge is excellent.  It is probably the best property down near SeaTac.  I've stayed there a couple of times and it is both enjoyable, picturesque, and upscale.  You barely know that you are near an airport.

Seattle Express is an excellent shuttle company.  I don't have any recent experience, but they continually get good "votes" here on the boards.  Nearly all the shuttles to the airport are passenger vans; older Ford E series wagons and the newer Ford Transit wagons.  When using any ground transportation service, you will get what they send you.  If your travel party is large, you may get something more akin to a shuttle bus, but if your travel party is just 3 or 4 of you at your pick up location it is unlikely that you will get anything more than a passenger van.

Generally speaking hotels do not provide shuttles to the port, you are on your own when it comes to getting from the hotel to the port.

I have cruised with children, even children younger than yours, and, generally speaking, find that Lyft/Uber drivers and cabbies do not make a big deal about booster seats.  Last year we used the hotel booked black SUV from the Ceaderbrook to Pier 91.  I helped the driver get all our bags on board, and my wife got our 8 y.o. daughter buckled up in the center seat of the back set.  My wife and I sat on either side of her and off we went.

I would advise against the hotel booked black car or black SUV because the trip plus tip was $100.  When we returned from the cruise we used UberXL and got a similar SUV to take us back to our car that was at Ceaderbrook and that was $76 including tip.  Same routine.  I helped the driver load up our bags and my wife got our daughter all secured.

We did carry with us a MiFold booster seat.  It lowers the seat belt to child height, but does require you to fish the seat belt through brackets to function.  If drivers showed concern we'd whip it out and use it.  If not... away we go.

We rented a Jeep in Juneau last year and the rental agency had a booster waiting for us when we picked up the vehicle.  Again, no need to bring one as they provide.

If you are very concerned, I'd look into the MiFold product line.  The style of seat we have is no longer in stock, but they have other products which are travel friendly.

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Through the years we have stayed at Cedarbrook Lodge a number of times and love the property.    

With a child another consideration is the Marriott Waterfront.  It is located across from Pier 66 but in the past has offered a shuttle to Pier 91 (for a fee).  A number of child friendly attractions in close proximity.

Upvote #3.  We have used Seattle Express a number of times.  We also arrived day before and just didn't want to deal with logistics after traveling.  Also, Seattle Express will pick you up at one of the Sea Tac hotels.  My advice is arrive, stay in SeaTac if your time is limited, grab your hotel transfer at SeaTac and have Seattle Express pick you up next day.  

Excellent info everyone!  Sounds like Seattle Express is the way to go.  And also thank you for allaying my child/carseat etc. fears.   She's like 45+ pounds now and I think 45" or so, and will be more by the time July rolls around so, the MiFold or similar shoudl be well more than enough.  I just briefly checked Cedarbrook and my what a nice place.   Seeing as we're flying in in the afternoon for the predeparture night, we'll probably stay near the airport as it's not enough time to have a meaningful stay in downtown Seattle and do the tourist thing (that'll need to be a completely separate trip).   Once this segment of the trip is planned I can get down to the joy of picking which packages I want to order for the cruise (laundry? internet? drinks? etc. etc.)

If you are staying in the SeaTac area you'll need food.  Once you are on the ground and at your hotel your choices are hotel dining room food, which really is hit or miss, or you can try to go out.  There are a few chain restaurants in the area around International Blvd.  But you should at least consider a local place if your time in Seattle is limited.

Near SeaTac, on International Blvd., in an office complex, is a place called 13 Coins.  I remember them being 24 hours, however that has since changed, but they open early and stay open late.  They are within walking distance to a number of hotels near SeaTac, or a short Uber ride from the rest.

https://www.13coins.com/

I think you'll find their menu extensive.  My favorite of their restaurants in the one outside SeaTac, however on our last cruise we were in the Pioneer Square area after a Mariner's game and ate at that location.  It doesn't have the same cache as the SeaTac location, but the food was excellent.  Service is also attentive.  Restaurant and food prices in the Seattle area are astronomical, so be prepared.  But if you are going to pay and arm and a leg for food, it should at least be good.

I guess I'd just advise, don't be afraid to use Uber or Lyft while in the area, even if it is only to get to dinner after you get out of the airport and settled.

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Inside Passage to Arctic Circle: Cruise Alaska for a month with this epic new itinerary

It just might be the most epic Alaska cruise ever.

Holland America on Tuesday unveiled plans for an unusually long voyage to the Last Frontier that will include calls in remote areas that most cruise ships never visit.

The Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice voyage, as Holland America calls it, will be 28 nights long — four times the length of the typical Alaska sailing — and include stops in more than a dozen ports.

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Kicking off in Seattle on June 9, 2024, it will also include a passage through the Bering Strait into the Arctic Ocean that will be timed for the summer solstice — the longest day of the year.

The timing will result in 24 hours of daylight, as the ship will be sailing above the Arctic Circle.

The trip is unlike anything the line has ever done before. It will take place on the 1,964-passenger Westerdam, one of six ships that Holland America plans to deploy to the Alaska market for the summer of 2024. It'll be a departure from Westerdam's normal schedule of seven-night Alaska sailings out of Seattle.

In addition to a passage through the Bering Strait to the Arctic Circle, the 28-night voyage will include a rare call at Nome, one of the northernmost settlements in the United States. Home to fewer than 4,000 people, it's perhaps best known as the finish line for the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. It's also known for its proximity to Russia, which is just a few hundred miles to the west.

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Other unusual stops include the remote settlement of Dutch Harbor in the Aleutian Islands. Known as the largest fisheries port in the U.S. by volume of fish caught, it has been made famous in recent years as the setting for the Discovery Channel reality television series "Deadliest Catch."

In addition, Westerdam will sail into Cook Inlet for an overnight call at Anchorage, Alaska's biggest town. Few ships on Alaska cruises ever visit Anchorage due to the distance of travel required to reach it through Cook Inlet.

The remote town of Kodiak, Alaska, on Kodiak Island, is also on the itinerary. The island is particularly known for its large population of Kodiak bears — the largest subspecies of brown bears.

Other stops in Alaska will include Skagway, Homer, Juneau, Ketchikan, Seward, Sitka, Valdez and Wrangell. The voyage also will bring a visit to Prince Rupert in Canada.

The sailing will include scenic cruising in Glacier Bay National Park as well as at Tracy Arm, College Fjord, Prince William Sound and Hubbard Glacier — all known for their spectacular Alaskan scenery.

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Holland America announced the new itinerary Tuesday to coincide with Alaska statehood day celebrations.

The itinerary announcement comes as Holland America is in the midst of adding more long itineraries to its schedule. Always known for a wider mix of longer, more destination-intensive itineraries than many of its competitors, Holland America is doubling down on longer itineraries as a focus for the coming year and beyond.

In addition to the new 28-night cruise to Alaska, the line announced it would offer two 14-night sailings to the state in 2024 — its first such sailings in five years.

Like the 28-night itinerary, the sailings will bring rare visits to Anchorage as well as Kodiak, Homer, Valdez and a mix of other more traditional Alaska ports such as Juneau, Ketchikan and Skagway.

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In an exclusive interview with The Points Guy in advance of the announcement, Holland America chief commercial officer Beth Bodensteiner said the new 28-night Alaska itinerary was something she hoped the line could do every year in the future.

"It's a great way to offer something unique and have us ... kind of step out of the mainstream for a few weeks," Bodensteiner said, adding that the itinerary offered the chance to "cross something off your bucket list."

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Bodensteiner said Holland America's itinerary planning team worked hard to build the itinerary around getting passengers into the Arctic Circle right at the summer solstice, offering a rare chance to see a day without a sunset.

"That timing is a great example [of] how talented our itinerary planning team is, that they think of that kind of thing," she said. "That's sort of what they started on. They [said,] wouldn't it be great to be this far north for summer solstice? And then they back into" planning for the rest of the itinerary.

Fares for the new 28-night itinerary start at $4,259 per person, not including taxes and fees of up to $645.

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Last chance: ‘Have it All Early Booking Bonus’ for Summer 2024 cruises adds upgraded beverage and Wi-Fi packages — a value of $126 per person per day — but must be booked by Sept. 30, 2023

Seattle, Wash., Aug. 3, 2023  — For travelers planning cruises next year and seeking the best cruise offers, Holland America Lines' “Have it All Early Booking Bonus” adds extra benefits and top premium amenities at 60% off. But there’s only two months to go for the limited-time offer on 2024 cruises to Europe, Alaska and Canada/New England, with the special promotion expiring Sept. 30, 2023.

Holland America Line guests receive added perks when booking these 2024 cruises with the “ Have it All Early Booking Bonus   that include free upgrades to the Elite Beverage Package and Premium Wi-Fi, as well as free prepaid Crew Appreciation and a Low Fare Guarantee, ensuring that guests receive the lowest starting price. The standard Have it All package also includes the amenities of shore excursions and specialty dining along with the Signature Beverage and Surf Wi-Fi packages. The specialty restaurant visits and shore excursion credit increase depending on the length of cruise.

“Holland America Line’s Have It All premium package has proven to be popular since we launched it, and adding extra perks like free prepaid crew appreciation makes it even more advantageous for our guests,” said Beth Bodensteiner, chief commercial officer of Holland America Line. “When we open new cruises we hope to entice travelers to book early by adding these extra perks, but they are only available for a limited time so now is the time to plan ahead and book before the offer ends.”

More Glaciers and Wildlife in Alaska

From April through September 2024, guests can embark on Holland America Line’s cruises to  Alaska  aboard Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Westerdam and Zaandam .  The cruise line is debuting a new  28-day Arctic Circle  itinerary in 2024 that includes 12 Alaska ports, longer 14-day voyages and 117 weeklong journeys, enhancing its position as the leader in Alaska cruising.

Every Alaska cruise includes a visit to one or more of Alaska’s iconic glacier destinations: Glacier Bay National Park, College Fjord, Dawes Glacier, Hubbard Glacier and Twin Sawyer Glaciers of Tracy Arm. Holland America Line has more visits to Glacier Bay than any other cruise line.

For guests who want to explore the region further, Holland America Line’s  Cruisetours  combine a cruise with an overland adventure to Denali and the Yukon. Holland America Line is the only cruise line the ventures deep into the wilds of the Yukon.

From Northern Europe to the Mediterranean

For Holland America Line’s 2024  Europe  season, the cruise line is adding several new itineraries that combine regions, increasing the number of voyages of 14 days or longer and enhancing Northern Europe with new departure ports. From April to November dozens of unique itineraries — ranging from seven to 35 days — will be offered on   two of the line’s Pinnacle Class ships, Nieuw Statendam   and   Rotterdam, along with   Oosterdam   and Zuiderdam .

The four Holland America Line ships will cover the entire region on voyages designed for cultural immersion. Nine overnight ports and 33 late-night departure cities provide more time ashore while the ships explore the Baltic, British Isles, Canary Islands, French and Spanish rivieras, Israel, Mediterranean and Northern Europe, including Iceland, Greenland and Norway.

Charming Canada and New England

Holland America Line’s 2024  Canada and New England  season is set to feature 29 sailings that range from weeklong getaways to longer, more in-depth journeys. The close-to-home cruises that depart or end in Boston, Massachusetts, are idyllic for family getaways and guests looking to explore North America’s Atlantic Coast. Several of the extended itineraries also stretch up to the dramatic landscapes of Iceland and Greenland.

From April through October, Volendam and Zuiderdam offer a series of seven-day “Canada & New England Discovery” departures with ports that showcase region’s delicious seafood, deep maritime history, quintessential charm and natural beauty. Ten- and 11-day cruises on Volendam add Newfoundland, while a 24-day expedition adds Greenland and a circumnavigation of Iceland.

Cruise fares begin at US $1,164 per person, double occupancy, for a seven-day departure with the “Have it All Early Booking Bonus.”