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Alaska Cruise, Rail & Tour Package (Aug 2024)

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    DURATION
    19 days, 18 nights
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    DURATION DAYS
    19 days
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    DURATION NIGHTS
    18 nights
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    DEPARTS
    25 August 2024
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    RETURNS
    12 September 2024
  • 7​ x night Glacier Discovery Cruise
  • 11 x night land touring
  • McKinley Explorer rail journey
  • Drinks package + Specialty Dining
  • Shore Excursion credit + Wi-Fi + more*

Explore the vast interior and the rugged coast on one amazing trip. This Alaska cruise tour combines an iconic 7 nights Alaska cruise with an 11 night land tour into Denali National Park and the Yukon Territory.

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Your itinerary at a glance

Inclusions/Exclusions

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  • Transfer from Vancouver Airport to Vancouver cruise terminal^
  • 7 night Glacier Discovery Cruise
  • All meals onboard the cruise ship
  • Direct Rail to the Ship: Follow Alaska’s dramatic coastline by rail
  • 2​ nights' accommodation in Anchorage
  • McKinley Explorer®: Luxury domed railcars between Anchorage and Denali
  • 3​ nights' McKinley Chalet Resort at Denali
  • Tundra Wilderness Tour 
  • 2​ nights' accommodation Westmark Faribanks Hotel
  • Riverboat Discovery in Fairbanks with lunch
  • Gold Dredge 8 in Fairbanks: Pan for gold at an actual mining camp
  • I​nternal airfare Fairbanks to Dawson
  • 2​ nights' Westmark Inn Dawson
  • I​nternal airfare Dawson to Whitehorse
  • 1​ nights' accommodation Sternwheeler Hotel
  • I​nternal airfare Whitehorse to Vancouver
  • 1​ nights' accommodation at Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel
  • Journey Host: Expert narration and travel coordination on land
Book now and receive FOUR amenities included per person in your Have It All cruise fare.
  • Cruise Shore Excursions - US$100pp Shore Excursion Credit
  • Cruise Drinks Package - Choose from a large selection of wine, beer, spirits and cocktails, plus non-alcoholic options like sodas, specialty coffees and more
  • Specialty Dining onboard your cruise - Enhance your cruise with a night of award-winning specialty dining at Pinnacle Grill, Canaletto or Tamarind.
  • Wi-Fi onboard your cruise - Stay connected throughout your journey. Surf the web, use social media, check email and send messages to friends and family.

^​Airport transfer only applicable for flights that connect directly with cruise itinerary on day 1.

Your fare excludes:
  • T​ravel Insurance & airfares

Itinerary

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Day 1:
Embark you 7 night cruise, sailing from Vancouver, glide under the Lion’s Gate Bridge, and enter the scenic wonders of the Inside Passage.

Day 2:
Scenic Cruising The Inside Passage - Relax and enjoy a full day of scenic Inside Passage cruising and immerse yourself in Holland America Line elegance

Day 3:
Ketchikan, Alaska, US - Explore this uniquely Alaskan port, famous for its rich native culture, salmon fishing, and scenic Misty Fjords.

Day 4:
Juneau, Alaska, US - Enjoy a full day of exploring Alaska's capital-choose from exciting shore excursions and still have time to shop.

Day 5:
Skagway, Alaska, US - Step back to the days of the last great gold rush-choose from exciting shore excursions and still have time to shop.

Day 6:
Glacier Bay - Cruise the ice-studded fjords of this national treasure for a full eight hours as a Park Service Ranger narrates.

Day 7:
College Fjord - Enjoy a leisurely day highlighted by evening cruising through picturesque College Fjord.

Day 8:
Today disembark the ship in Whittier and enjoy a scenic rail journey along Turnagain Arm aboard the cruisetrain en-route to Anchorage where you will meet your Journey Host.

Day 9:
Explore on your own or take optional excursions with an entire free day in Anchorage. Don't miss the chance to ride the Anchorage Trolley or immerse yourself in Alaskan tribal culture at the Native Heritage Center.

Day 10:
Today board the luxurious domed rail cars of the McKinley Explorer to Denali for a three night stay at this magnificent national treasure. Don't miss the chance to visit Denali Square and immerse yourself in the Denali experience.

Day 11:
Today features the unforgettable Tundra Wilderness Tour. This 5 - 6 hour, fully narrated sightseeing excursion takes you into the heart of Denali National Park. The tour will go to mile 43 because of road construction but will continue to offer the best opportunity to view Denali’s iconic wildlife and North America’s tallest peak. (snack included)

Day 12:
Explore on your own or take optional excursions with an entire free day in Denali. Don't miss the chance to visit Denali Square and immerse yourself in the Denali experience.

Day 13:
After a morning at leisure in Denali, today you'll head to Fairbanks - Alaska's Golden Heart City.

Day 14:
Take a step back in time aboard the sternwheeler Riverboat Discovery (lunch included), and pan for gold at the historic Gold Dredge 8.

Day 15:
Your journey continues as you board a short flight bound for colourful Dawson City, Yukon.

Day 16:
Explore on your own or take optional excursions with an entire free day in Dawson. Don't miss the chance to visit Diamond Tooth Gertie's or immerse yourself in Klondike Gold Rush history on a Gold Fields tour.

Day 17:
After a morning at leisure in Dawson, fly to Whitehorse, capital of the Yukon Territory.

Day 18:
Absorb some authentic Canadian culture at Caribou Crossing Trading Post (lunch included), then bid farewell to your Journey Host and fly to Vancouver for an overnight at the luxurious Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel.

Day 19:
Your Cruisetour concludes this morning in Vancouver.

Want to extend your time in Canada, or cap it off with a trip on the Rocky Mountaineer? Call 1300 414 198 for a friendly chat about your travel plans.

Dates and Prices

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Below pricing based on 25 August to 12 September 2024 cruise & tour package + up to USD$100 onboard credit per cabin*

  • Inside Stateroom from $6,763 per person twin share / $12,957 pp sole use*
  • Obstructed Oceanview Stateroom from $7,163 per person twin share / $13,757 pp sole use*
  • O​ther cabin types sold out, call now to join the waitlist

Advertised fares are available until allocation is exhausted and prices may fluctuate during the campaign period without notice.

Accommodation

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Your Ship: Nieuw Amsterdam

Inside
Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms.

Ocean View
These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view.

Verandah
Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and bath tub with premium massage shower-heads.

Signature Suite
These large, comfortable suites feature a spacious sitting area with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and one murphy bed for one person. The bathroom includes a dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath and shower, and an additional shower stall.

FAQs

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Land+Sea Journey Luggage Program: All Holland America Line Land+Sea Journeys include a convenient luggage handling service at all your destinations. You will have access to all of your luggage during the cruise portion of your vacation. However access to your luggage will be limited during the land portion of your vacation

How to Pack for Your Land+Sea Journey:Land+Sea Journeys cover great distances and involve various arrivals and departures. Packing light and minimising bags needed on land will help you get the most out of our luggage transportation services. The best way to be comfortable and avoid hassles is to choose casual, comfortable clothing you will be able to wear all day.

When Is The Best Time Of Year For Whale Watching On An Alaska Cruise? You’re in luck. April to November is the best time to see whales in Alaska and that nicely aligns with the Alaska cruise season. Like most of us, whales enjoy Alaska in the spring and summer months, when the days are long and food is plentiful. Some whales are in Alaska year-round, while others migrate to the state during summer months.

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