Alaska Discovery Land & Cruise featuring a 7-night Holland America Cruise Tour with 92 Reviews by Collette Tours

12 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

44 peopleMaximum group size

1 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Relaxed

Minimal physical effort, perfect for travelers seeking an easy-going experience.

Starts

Fairbanks, USA

Ends

Vancouver, Canada

Highlights

Relax aboard a 7-night Holland America cruise — your fabulous floating resort.

Cruise past Hubbard Glacier, one of Alaska's largest glaciers.

Sail through Glacier Bay, a treasure trove of glaciers and coastal islands.

Itinerary

If you dream of breathtaking wilderness and epic journeys by land and sea, the "Alaska Discovery Land & Cruise" tour delivers an unforgettable 12-day adventure from Fairbanks to Vancouver. This relaxed-paced trip is ideal for those who appreciate comfort and scenic grandeur while exploring iconic destinations such as Denali National Park, Glacier Bay, and the vibrant city of Juneau.

Begin with a river cruise aboard the Sternwheeler Discovery, delving into Alaska’s rich cultural heritage. Savor local flavors and lively stories at the Denali Dinner Theater, then travel from Denali to Talkeetna in a luxury domed railcar, where panoramic views of the wild landscape unfold. Cruise deep into Denali National Park for prime wildlife viewing, and marvel at Glacier Bay’s icy majesty from the comfort of a Holland America ship. Along the Inside Passage, stops in Ketchikan—the "Salmon Capital of the World"—and other charming towns offer a taste of frontier life.

With accommodations, transport, and meals included, this group tour is designed for mature travelers who enjoy a balance of relaxation and discovery. The tour’s unique selling point is its blend of luxury rail experiences and cruising through some of North America’s most spectacular, unspoiled environments—truly Alaska as you’ve always imagined it.

day 1 - Fairbanks, Alaska

Arrive today in Fairbanks, in the great state of Alaska, on an adventure that brings together the best of both land and sea. As traveler’s arrival times vary greatly, we have no group activities planned during the day.

day 2 - Fairbanks - Denali National Park

Step aboard the popular Sternwheeler Discovery, an unforgettable journey showcasing Alaska’s diverse culture and rich history. Make stops along the way to meet the people and get a taste of local life. Take a scenic motor coach ride to Denali National Park. Tonight, enjoy a musical performance that tells the story of the first brave men to summit Denali followed by dinner.

Meals:Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

day 3 - Denali National Park

This morning, travel deep into Denali National Park on the Tundra Wilderness Tour* which affords the best opportunities to view the region’s wildlife. Learn about the history of the park and see why Denali is one of the top three reasons that people visit Alaska. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

Meals:Breakfast

day 4 - Denali National Park - Talkeetna

Your day begins with a scenic train ride to Talkeetna. Savor every moment inside your luxury domed railcar. View the incredible landscape from glass-ceiling railcars and open-air observation platforms as rail guides provide expert commentary. Check into the iconic Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, perched on a ridge offering unforgettable views of Denali.

Meals:Breakfast

day 5 - Talkeetna - Anchorage - Whittier - Board Cruise Ship

Depart for your ship, stopping en route in Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city. Continue with a scenic drive along the Chugach Mountains. Drive along the Turnagain Arm to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Discover where orphaned or injured bears, wolves, porcupines, and moose are cared for in a 200-acre rehabilitation site. Arrive in the port of Whittier where you’ll embark on your 7-night Holland America cruise aboard a fabulous floating resort designed to make your stay on board truly memorable. You will be dazzled by the entertainment in the state-of-the-art lounges and a myriad of dining options. While on board, breakfast, lunch, dinner and nightly entertainment are included.

Meals:Breakfast & Dinner

day 6 - Cruising - Hubbard Glacier

When conditions allow, your ship cruises up to the mammoth Hubbard Glacier, one of Alaska’s largest glaciers. Have your camera ready and take in the natural beauty of the glacier's stunning surface.

Meals:Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

day 7 - Cruising - Glacier Bay

Cruise into Glacier Bay, a spectacular national park and preserve that is a treasure trove of tidewater glaciers and scenic coastal islands. Its rich world of marine life and large concentration of tidewater glaciers is Alaska at its best.

Meals:Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

day 8 - Cruising - Skagway

Skagway is your first port of call where you have the entire day to explore its gold rush history and see why it is called the “Garden City of Alaska.” The town is small but big on adventure with many things to see and do!

Meals:Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

day 9 - Cruising - Juneau

From massive scenic mountains to historic buildings, there is so much to explore in Alaska’s capital city of Juneau.

Meals:Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

day 10 - Cruising - Ketchikan

Your port of call today is Ketchikan, known as the “Salmon Capital of the World” and the “City of Totems.” Located on the tranquil Revillagigedo Island, Ketchikan is home to the world’s largest collection of totem poles.

Meals:Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

day 11 - Cruising - Inside Passage

A wonderful day of sightseeing awaits as your ship sails along the amazing Inside Passage.

Meals:Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

day 12 - Vancouver, B.C. - Disembark Cruise - Tour Ends

Your cruise ends this morning in the vibrant Canadian city of Vancouver, leaving you with many wonderful memories of your tour to the last of the great frontiers.

Meals:Breakfast

Alaska Discovery Land & Cruise featuring a 7-night Holland America Cruise

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What's Included

Accommodation

Westmark HotelHolland America Denali LodgeTalkeetna Alaskan LodgeHolland America Cruises' Westerdam

Meals

11 Breakfasts7 Lunchs8 Dinners

Transport

Transport Included

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Guided by Tour Manager/s

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