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Magnificent Vancouver & Alaska Cruise
From £1,966 pp
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11 nights
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Economy flights
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Available April - September
Start with discovering the great city of Vancouver before embarking on an unforgettable journey to Alaska with Holland America Cruise Line. Boarding in Vancouver, you will journey the Inside Passage, one of the most scenic water passageways in the world, and one of the best places to spot whales and other marine life. Stopping at all of the most popular and lively port towns along the way you will explore and learn about the unique culture and history that has shaped the coastal gems into what you see today. The highlight is a stop at Glacier Bay National Park where you may be lucky enough to hear the ice calving. Coming back, you'll have another extra day to relax and enjoy a little more of Vancouver or why not see more of British Columbia by adding a day trip to Whistler or Victoria.
What’s included?
- International flights from the UK based on economy class
- 4 nights hotel accommodation
- 7 nights on board Holland America Line in an inside cabin
- Full board on Holland America Line
Special Offers
Take advantage of the following offers on this holiday
Exclusive Cruise Discount
Receive £250 off per cruise booking
Offer is valid for all cruise liners with selected 2024/2025 sailings. This offer is available until 17th May. T&C's apply.
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Holland America Line Anniversary Sale
Up to 35% off cruise fares and up to $300 USD onboard credit per stateroom
Offer is valid for selected 2024/2025 sailings. This offer is available until 31st May. T&C's apply.
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Holland America Line Have it All
Upgrade your base cruise fare to the 'Have It All' premium package and receive the best amenities
Shore Excursions, Drink Package, Specialty Dining, Crew Appreciation and Wi-Fi. Offer is valid for selected 2024/2025 sailings. Offer applies to guest 1 & 2. T&C's apply.
Holiday Map
Explore our interactive map to discover your holiday route and key points of interest.
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Your day-to-day plan
Day 1-2
Vancouver
Arrive at Vancouver International Airport and transfer independently to your downtown hotel. The next day is yours to explore this enchanting coastal city. Take a stroll round Stanley Park, head over to Granville Island to discover a world of food, art and culture or take a shuttle bus over to the North Shore and the famous Capilano Suspension Bridge, hanging 70 metres over the Capilano River.
Day 3
Holland America Line
Arrive independently at the cruise terminal in Vancouver’s picturesque Canada Place ready to board your cruise to Alaska with Holland America Line. With over 150 years of experience of exploring Alaska, you are in for an experience that will create memories to last a lifetime.
*This is a sample itinerary that may vary by sailing date.
Day 4
Inside Passage
Sit back and relax as you cruise Alaska's Inside Passage, a spectacular route through a protected network of waterways, featuring glacier-cut fjords, lush rainforests, and diverse wildlife. With Holland America’s Explorations Central program, you can immerse yourself in the destination by joining one of the dynamic and informative talks on subjects that include the history of the region, and Alaska’s iconic whales.
Day 5
Tracy Arm Inlet & Juneau
The day begins with a scenic cruise into Tracy Arm Inlet, where steep cliffs and glacier-covered mountains flank this fjord, fringed by the largest intact coastal temperate rain forest in the United States. After, cruise to Juneau and visit the most remote, most beautiful, and strangest state capital in the United States. Surrounded by water, forest and mountain sights, visitors seeking things to do in Juneau indoors and outdoors can hike a glacier, eat fresh-caught fish on a seaside patio and tour a grand capitol building all in one day.
Day 6
Skagway
At the peak of the Klondike Gold Rush, the town of Skagway served as the primary gateway to the legendary gold fields, and quickly grew into Alaska’s largest settlement. Today the town is a gateway for a new kind of visitor: those looking to explore Alaska’s colourful history, pristine wildlife, and unrivalled natural beauty.
Day 7
Glacier Bay
As you cruise into Glacier Bay, close your eyes, and take in the sounds—the creaks and groans of “living” ice, the shrill cries of gulls and soaring eagles, the splash of a breaching humpback whale. Open them again and you will see frosted peaks towering over mossy forests, wide tidewater glaciers, and marine wildlife. Holland America Line partner with rangers and local Huna Tlingit guides who provide expert insight into this diverse ecosystem and millennia-old culture meaning you will have leave with a deeper understanding and appreciation of this 3.3-million-acre UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 8
Ketchikan
Surrounded by soaring peaks and green forests, Ketchikan clings to the shoreline of the Tongass Narrows, with shops and houses built out over the water. Ketchikan is one of the best spots along the Inside Passage to explore the rich cultural sights of Native Alaskan nations and you can see intricately carved totem poles at the Totem Heritage Center and Totem Bight State Park. Make sure to leave time to explore the sights in the town itself, including historic Creek Street, a boardwalk built over the Ketchikan Creek, where you can shop for souvenirs, smoked salmon, and local art.
Day 9
Inside Passage
Enjoy another day of scenic cruising as you sail back down the Inside Passage. Make sure you enjoy one last meal at your favourite onboard restaurant. With a wide variety of restaurants to choose from and a focus on fresh, sustainably caught seafood, a cruise with Holland America is also an unforgettable journey in flavour.
Day 10-12
Vancouver
Upon arrival in Vancouver, transfer independently to your hotel. You have more time to explore what Vancouver has to offer. Stroll the historic district of Gastown, which is home to fabulous restaurants, bars, and souvenir shops, take flight at Flyover Canada or join a whale watching tour and go in search of BC's resident orcas.
Day 12
Fly Home
Your adventures in Canada and Alaska have come to an end. Transfer independently to Vancouver International Airport for your flight home.
Related Itineraries
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