Holland America Line has announced its 2026 Alaska cruise season, featuring six ships operating in the region from April through September. The cruise line will offer roundtrip sailings from Seattle, Washington and Vancouver, British Columbia, as well as one-way voyages between Vancouver and Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska.
The 2026 season will see the return of Westerdam to Alaska from Vancouver and Noordam sailing roundtrip from Seattle for the first time in over five years. A new 14-day "Great Alaska Explorer" itinerary will be available roundtrip from both Seattle and Vancouver.
Highlighting the season is the 28-day "Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice" cruise, returning for its third year. Departing June 7 on Noordam, this roundtrip Seattle voyage will visit 11 Alaska ports, Prince Rupert and Vancouver, including an overnight stay in Anchorage.
Other itineraries include seven-day "Alaska Inside Passage" cruises roundtrip from Vancouver, seven-day "Alaskan Explorer" cruises roundtrip from Seattle and seven-day "Northbound Glacier Discovery" and "Southbound Glacier Discovery" sailings between Whittier and Vancouver.
"We continue to build an Alaska program that is unlike any other in the industry, that is deeply immersive, putting a spotlight on all the splendor that brings cruisers to Alaska," said Dan Rough, vice president of revenue management for the line.
The cruise line emphasized that its voyages will focus on glaciers and wildlife sightings, cultural programming and regional dining.
Holland America Line also noted that its cruise-tours, which combine a cruise with an overland tour to Denali National Park and the Yukon, will be available for booking in the future.
Editor’s Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by Holland America Line. It was reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.
