Holland America Line unveils 2027 Alaska season

Friday, Aug 08, 2025 0

Holland America Line is preparing to celebrate 80 years of exploring Alaska by unveiling its 2027 season.

The programme includes more than 100 cruises, operating from April to September 2027 across six ships – Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Westerdam and Zaandam.

Itineraries will sail roundtrip from Vancouver, British Columbia; roundtrip from Seattle, Washington; or between Vancouver and Whittier, Alaska, with voyages ranging from seven to 28 days. Highlights include a month-long “Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice” cruise and a new eight-day option roundtrip from Vancouver.

With over 175 shore excursions available across the season, Holland America features more wildlife and wilderness tours than any other cruise line.

Season highlights include:

New for 2027 is an eight-day “Alaska Inside Passage” voyage, roundtrip from Vancouver and sailing through the Inside Passage before visiting Glacier Bay, Skagway, Ketchikan and British Columbia’s Prince Rupert. The itinerary also includes a late-night departure from Juneau. Prices start from £1,359pp

The 28-day “Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice” cruise returns for a third year. Departing June 6 in time for the summer solstice, the voyage aboard Noordam sails roundtrip from Seattle to the Bering Sea and into the Arctic Circle. The ship visits 11 Alaska ports plus Prince Rupert and Vancouver. Includes an overnight call at Anchorage and late-night departures from Juneau and Valdez, as well as scenic cruising through the Inside Passage and Great Bear Rainforest. Prices start from £5,919pp

Seven-day “Alaska Inside Passage” cruises sail roundtrip from Vancouver on Koningsdam and Zaandam. A September 12 departure is available onboard Westerdam, sailing from Vancouver to Seattle. Prices start from £1,209pp

Seven-day “Alaska Explorer” cruises sail roundtrip from Seattle aboard Eurodam and Noordam, and include calls at Victoria, British Columbia, Canada (evening visit); and Ketchikan, Juneau and Sitka. Eurodam also includes Alaska’s Icy Strait Point and Glacier Bay, while Noordam explores Dawes Glacier. Prices start from £1,339pp

Seven-day “Northbound Glacier Discovery” and “Southbound Glacier Discovery” itineraries cruise between Whittier (Anchorage) and Vancouver aboard Nieuw Amsterdam and Westerdam. Ports include Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway. Both itineraries comprise stops at Glacier Bay; northbound includes a visit to College Fjord and southbound includes a visit to Hubbard Glacier. Prices start from £1,139pp

14-Day “Great Alaska Explorer” sails roundtrip from Seattle aboard Noordam, calling at ports such as Kodiak, Valdez and Prince Rupert. Includes scenic cruising of Hubbard Glacier. Prices start from £2,899pp

Guests looking to combine Alaska with more of the wildlife of British Columbia can embark on a seven-day “Great Bear Rainforest” cruise aboard Noordam sailing roundtrip from Seattle, or choose between two sailings of an 18-day “Great Bear Rainforest & Alaska Explorer” aboard Zaandam, roundtrip from Vancouver. The seven-day voyage visits Ketchikan, Nanaimo, Prince Rupert (overnight) and Victoria with scenic cruising through the Great Bear Rainforest, while the 18-day visits nine ports and includes two days of scenic cruising in the Great Bear Rainforest and Inside Passage. Prices start from £3,599pp

In addition, in the lead-up to the 80th anniversary season, Holland America Line will launch enhanced “Ultimate Alaska & Denali” Cruisetours in 2026. These provide a more in-depth way to experience Alaska, combining multi-day inland adventures including a two-night stay at Denali lodge, and a visit to Alyeska, Seward or Homer, with a seven-day Glacier Discovery cruise. Prices start from £3,159pp.

Each “Ultimate” Cruisetour itinerary will now feature a dedicated tour director to provide insights and ensure a seamless journey. Also new is a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre.

Dan Rough, vice president of revenue management for Holland America Line, said: “As we approach our 80th year exploring the Great Land, we’re proud to offer cruises and Cruisetours that deepen our legacy of expertise and enrich every guest’s experience. From tasting locally sourced seafood and engaging with park rangers at Glacier Bay, to watching bears roam under the guidance of wildlife experts, our Alaska cruises and Cruisetours are crafted to be unforgettable.”

Holland America Line’s 2027 Alaska cruises and 2026 Cruisetours are open for booking now. For those looking to pair their 2027 cruise with an inland exploration, 2027 Cruisetours will be available for booking later this year.

Holland America Line offers more opportunities for glacier viewing than any other cruise line. Every Alaska cruise includes a scenic visit to Alaska’s glaciers where the ships sail up to the face of the ice formations and rotate for a 360-degree view. Holland America Line offers a “Glacier Guarantee” programme that pledges glacier viewing on every Alaska cruise and the majority of Cruisetours.

For a limited time, when guests book 2027 Alaska cruises with the ‘Have It All’ Early Booking Bonus, they will receive shore excursion credit, speciality dining credit, prepaid crew appreciation, the Elite Beverage package, premium Wi-Fi and up to US $300pp onboard credit.

Guests can also take advantage of Holland America Line’s Exclusive Mariner Society Early Booking Bonus. Mariner Society loyalty members can enjoy up to $400 onboard credit per stateroom.