Holland America Line Ships
Holland American Alaska Cruise Overview
Holland America Line holds true to the timeless elegance of ocean travel. From the moment you step aboard one of the spacious, mid-sized ships, you'll feel the difference. Classic nautical lines. Beautiful appointments. Warm, hospitable service.
Holland America Alaska Cruise Ships
Choose from seven refreshingly uncrowded ships for a front-row seat to Alaska's splendor.
- Koningsdam: Fluid lines, light-filled spaces and a blend of modern elegance and nautical tradition make Koningsdam a sublime ship for Alaska cruises.
- Eurodam: Eurodam was named "Best for Great Dining & Diverse Destinations" and features a vast selection of entertainment venues and restaurants.
- Nieuw Amsterdam: Cruise to Alaska in high style. Nieuw Amsterdam's exceptional onboard experience earned "Best Cruise Ship Overall" at the Travvy Awards.
- Noordamn: Named for the Northern compass point, Noordam is fitting for a cruise to Alaska. Museum-quality art outfits this ship, from oils to photographs of music legends.
- Volendam: An elegant and spacious Alaska cruise ship with fresh floral arrangements and garden-inspired decor. Master frontier flavor with regional cooking demonstrations on board.
- Westerdam: Sink into refreshed suites and a new lounge, plus dining and entertainment venues. Take in Alaska's evergreen fjords and thunderous glaciers on this Vista-class Alaska ship.
- Zuiderdam: Classic nautical finishes and a spectacular art collection make the Zuiderdam the ideal sanctuary for your cruise to Alaska.
Accommodations on Holland America Alaskan Cruises
Refined amenities and the signature Mariner's Dream bed grace each elegant stateroom offered by Holland America Line. Most of our spacious cruise ship rooms are ocean-facing; many have teak-lined verandahs for dining alfresco or sunbathing in private.
- Complimentary 24-hour In-Room Dining
- Daily Housekeeping
- Generous Storage
- Safes for your valuables
- Deluxe bathrobes
- Daily Housekeeping
- Safes for your valuables
- Elemis Aromapure bath amenities
- Complimentary shoeshine service
Shore Excursions on Holland Alaska Cruises
Whether wine tasting in Burgundy, zip-lining in Costa Rica or photographing penguins in Chile, Holland America Line Shore Excursions help you connect deeply to the people and places you visit.
- Food & Wine Tours: When you go on one of Holland America Line's Alaska cruise excursions, you truly see what Alaska has to offer. See its unrivaled scenery and adventure among its narrow fjords, rugged mountains and verdant forests. Glaciers loom over the sea like towers of blue ice while migrating whales can be spotted surfacing to exhale jets of spray. And scattered along the coast, remote outposts tell the hardscrabble history of Alaska: Sitka bears traces of the era when Russia ruled these shores, and Ketchikan is studded with the totem poles of Alaska's native nations. In Skagway, you can walk into a swinging-door saloon, or board the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad to the legendary Yukon Territory where you can spot wildlife on woodland trails. Build lifelong memories today and experience one of our Alaska shore excursions and see what Alaska truly has to offer the adventurer in you.
- Alaska Zodiac Adventure & Fin Island Lodge: Adjacent to Sitka is a network of islands that provide a barrier from the swell of the Pacific Ocean. A Zodiac boat takes you through the wildlife-filled archipelago on this Alaskan adventure.
- Alaska's Whales & Mendenhall Glacier Trail: View Alaska's humpback whales and the Mendenhall Glacier on a small-group excursion (capacity is limited to 20 travelers) tailored for sensational encounters with nature.
- Anchorage Highlights & Native Cultures: View the historical points of interest in downtown Anchorage from your motorcoach.
- Aurora Borealis Viewing: You'll be picked up from your Fairbanks hotel and driven to one of the best viewing locations in the Fairbanks area. The yurt is carefully selected to ensure that guests can gaze upon the Northern Lights with ease.
Dining & Drinks on Holland America
Led by a team of world-class celebrity chefs, cruise ship dining satisfies your every craving. Select from a range of restaurants from classics like burgers and fries served poolside to Tamarind's Pan-Asian flavors to fine dining at Pinnacle Grill. Culinary Council adds new signature dishes to our menus, charting an exciting course for dining across the fleet. As you explore the globe, let Holland America take you on a taste adventure with various dining options.
Fine Dining
An unforgettable journey in flavor from tantalizing Asian dishes to modern takes on classic French fare.
- The dining Room
- Pinnacle Grill
- Canaletto
- Tamarind
- Rudi's Sel De Mer
- Nami Sushi
Casual Dining
Casual dining done right with everything from the best burgers at sea to heavenly gelato.
- Lido Market
- Dive-In
- New York Pizza
- Gelato
- Grand Dutch Cafe
- 24 Hour-Room Service
- Explorations Cafe
Activities on Holland America
Step aboard our beautifully appointed mid-sized ships and enjoy cruising in the classic style with a wide array of engaging opportunities for exploration, entertainment, and relaxation.
- Greenhouse Spa & Salon: This heavenly retreat nurtures every aspect of your well-being with renowned spa rituals and healing touches.
- Onboard Shopping: Enjoy a wide variety of duty-free shopping in such signature shops as The Vault, Diamonds and Gemstones by Merabella, which offers the best diamonds at sea, brought to you by Effy.
- BBC Earth in Concert: Award-winning soundtracks are performed live as BBC Earth's incredible wildlife footage fills the big screen. It's an unforgettable experience that will leave you with a new perspective on the planet.
- Casino Action: Whether you prefer slot machines or want to try your hand at blackjack or poker, the dealers and staff are available to provide complimentary instruction. The Casino is only open at sea.
- Movies on Board: Screening nightly in the movie theatre (on select ships) are recent-release films and perennially popular classics.
- Pickleball at Sea: All cruise ships feature pickleball courts with amazing top-deck views.
- Kids Club: Holland America Line's youth activities program, Kids Club, offers an array of entertaining events for kids and teens ages 3-17, supervised by a full-time, professionally trained staff.
- Lincoln Center Stage: As an exclusive partnership with the world's leading center for the performing arts, Lincoln Center Stage features elegant live classical music.
- B.B. King's Blues Club: When you're in the mood to move, it's time for live music on your cruise. Direct from Beale Street in Memphis, B.B. King's All-Star Band cooks up a rich southern heritage of classic soul and rock & roll to get you dancing.
- Billboard Onboard: Between nightly sets, guests are part of the show as they sing and play along with trivia questions presented on screens throughout the room.
- World Stage: World Stage, the largest theater on board is home to a variety of performances day and night.
- Rolling Stone Lounge: Dance to your favorite songs with one of the best bands at sea. From rock and pop to country and beyond, Holland America provides the perfect playlist live, each and every cruise.
Holland America Past Guests
If you've sailed with Holland America before, you are automatically welcomed into the Mariner Society. This means you are permanently granted preferential pricing and extra privileges on many future cruises. Mariner Society members are sent special offers on upcoming trips and information about new ships and product enhancements before they are publicly released, and are treated to a welcome onboard Mariner lunch. As you accumulate more days at sea with Holland, rewards increase to include benefits like priority disembarkation and check-in, discounts on spa treatments, and complimentary dinners in the Pinnacle Grill.
If you are a Mariner Society member, let your Cruise Specialist know at the time of booking so he or she can check for any discounts or upgrades available.
Accessibility on Holland America Cruises
Holland America seeks to provide a quality cruise experience for all guests. Safe, easy and accessible accommodations can be expected on every ship, and additional modifications are always being made to ensure the best trip for every guest. All public rooms and elevators onboard Holland America ships are wheelchair accessible, as are designated public restrooms. Specially designated wheelchair-accessible staterooms are available and are equipped with roll-in showers with hand-held shower nozzles, shower seats, and heavy-duty handrails. These rooms also have wider doors to accommodate most wheelchairs and scooters. Let your Cruise Specialist know as soon as possible if you would like to stay in an accessible stateroom or if you have any questions regarding accessibility onboard a Holland America ship.
