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ALASKA & YUKON HOLIDAYS Words barely describe those life-changing moments when a glacier calves, a bald eagle soars, or the sun shines on a mountain peak that fills up half the sky. Scenes of mindblowing beauty thrill the eye and lift the heart as you fall under the spell of Alaska and the Yukon. Only in very few places do land and see meet as magnificently as the Great Land. Come and discover must-see sights such as Denali National Park and Glacier Bay, along with seldom-seen sights in Canada s Yukon Territory. 2
All our carefully planned holidays will feature Alaskan highlights by sea, by air, by glass-domed train and luxury motorcoach. A list sights include a cruise through the scenic Inside Passage and up to three days exploring wonderful Denali, the largest continually protected ecosystem in the world. The icing on the cake, Gold Rush and Klondike heritage at Dawson City, Fairbanks and Whitehorse, travelling by glass-domed railcar through miles of spectacular terrain, Anchorage, a major metropolis at the edge of the Wilderness and Alyeska Alaska s only luxury spa resort. You simply have to choose your own highlights or come see it all! 3
CRUISING IN ALASKA All our holidays include a 4-7-night cruise which will enable you to enjoy incredible coastal scenery up close. Feel the spirit of Alaska come alive via Explorations Central guides, talks and native artisans; Watch our BBC Earth Frozen Planet Alaska programme set to live classical music; learn how to cook fresh Alaskan salmon via America s Test Kitchen culinary experts. 4
Few places in the world are so perfect for cruising There are few finer places to sail than Alaska, where glaciers flow into the sea, whales and other marine life thrive and frontier ports brim with adventure. If you are coming to see glaciers, choose Holland America Line as your guide. We ve planned our itineraries to showcase these Ice Age marvels including a full day of scenic cruising in Glacier Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on most sailings. Onboard your mid-sized ship, you ll enjoy elegant lounges adorned with priceless antiques and fresh flowers dining rooms that sparkle with crystal and fine china delicious dining and award-winning service, and above all gracious hospitality. There are picture windows and teak promenades from which to view the emerald forests and spell binding glaciers of Alaska s Inside Passage, perhaps even a glimpse of orca whales and sea lions in the wake of your ship. Accommodation is spacious and comfortable, ranging from value sea-view staterooms to sumptuous suites with private balcony, all featuring en-suite bathroom, terry robes, 24-hour room service and more. VIEW &VERANDAH Move up, get more upgrade event BOOK SELECT ALASKA HOLIDAYS AND RECEIVE THESE VALUABLE OFFERS:* Stateroom Upgrades Up to US$500 onboard spending money Up to 10% off select Journeys Ashore when booked before 15/03/18 PLUS, book a suite and receive prepaid gratuities/hotel service charges!* Book by 28/02/18 WHAT SETS HOLLAND AMERICA APART:- Elegant, mid-sized ships Spacious staterooms, many with private balcony Nearly one crew member for every two guests Fine dining with casual to formal options The Asian inspired Greenhouse Spa and Salon Explorations Central destination and wildlife expertise BBC Earth Frozen Planet Experiences America s Test Kitchen Cookery demonstrations Regional cuisine, Digital Workshop and more Full days ashore to explore Alaskan ports independently or via immersive tours 5
CLASSIC STYLE & ENRICHING JOURNEYS During the cruise element of your Alaskan holiday, you ll enjoy all the comforts, dining and amenities of your mid-sized ship. YOUR ELEGANT HOTEL AT SEA A vase of fresh flowers on an antique side table. Rich, polished woods and teak decks. One by one, these details add up, creating an ambiance that is timeless and inviting. Take a moment to admire a famous Warhol painting or a Ming Dynasty artefact, an art collection that has been carefully curated from around the world. PERSONAL TOUCHES AT EVERY TURN As you settle into your spacious stateroom, your room steward may stop by to ensure every detail is in order, taking a moment to learn your name to greet you personally each day. Our staff are gracious and warmly attentive. Never in the way, yet always close at hand. TRAVEL THROUGH TASTE TALENTED MUSICIANS bring to life a classic masterpiece. On another stage, Memphis blues rocks the house. Step away, hear the greatest pop hits. Known for the most extensive menus at sea, we now offer yet more choices at the Pinnacle Grill steakhouse, Pan Asian Tamarind~ and Italian Canaletto, while in the elegant two-tiered dining room, guests may choose from fixed or flexible dining times, and enjoy everything from succulent local Alaskan salmon to classic dishes from the great culinary traditions of Europe. ~Eurodam & Nieuw Amsterdam only SEIZE THE NIGHT Feast your eyes on astonishing footage from BBC Earth, accompanied by live music. Treat your ears to live Memphis blues, classical concerts or chart hits. Each night unforgettable entertainment unfolds. 6
From exploring the world s natural treasures to learning about tried-and-true culinary techniques, our exclusive partnerships give you more to see and do. BBC EARTH EXPERIENCES Be transported to the majestic wilderness of the Polar Regions and Alaska with a live concert set to the backdrop of the breathtaking footage from the TV s Frozen Planet, and gain insights as to how this extraordinary content is captured. LEARN A NEW SKILL Experience live cooking shows and hands-on workshops from America s Test Kitchen, where your host will share fool-proof recipes, culinary tips, regional cuisine and delicious samples during live cooking demonstrations. Learn to make the most of your digital devices, to create slideshows and films at fun small group complimentary classes, courtesy of Microsoft-trained Digital Workshop hosts. Westerdam brings you the outstanding exhibits of Rijksmuseum at Sea, featuring life-size reproductions from Amsterdam s grand museum, and a studio with drawing tables and art supplies. ENHANCE your culinary knowledge with delicious cooking recipes you ll treasure long after your cruise has ended. DESTINATION IMMERSION Explorations Central (EXC ) is an immersive new programme designed to make your journey more engaging, vivid and meaningful. Feel the history, culture and cuisine of the places you ll visit come to life through immersive talks, guides, encounters and port planners. On Westerdam, EXC features interactive touchscreens, digital stories, even a display of real-time data from the ship s bridge. 7
Alaskan Highlights DENALI NATIONAL PARK Call of the Wild Picture untamed nature as far as the eye can see, with a vast animal community that far outnumbers the sparse human population. As far from civilization as you are ever likely to get, this tranquil place promises remote wilderness adventure in a land that is truly unique and rare. Our advice spend as much time as possible in Denali. Our Triple Denali holidays optimise your chance to see Mt Denali without cloud cover and the widest range of wildlife caribou, grizzlies and more. As well as a complimentary Tundra Wilderness Tour, you ll have time to choose from thrilling options such as flight-seeing and river rafting. 8
Our McKinley Chalet Resort - Denali This magnificent 68-acre hotel set on the scenic Nenana River offers guests their own stylish wilderness retreat, featuring seamless hospitality and sustainable Alaskan cuisine. Make yourself at home in a timbered river-rock lodge complete with frontier-friendly service. The McKinley chalets in Denali are the perfect comfortable base for adventures within the park, from river rafting to hiking trails, guided walks and forest paths. Our Base Camp is a gathering area where guests can relax, shop, dine and enjoy music and entertainment. The two storey restaurant showcases panoramic views of the neighbouring mountains, while the Gold Nugget Saloon features live music. 9
Alaskan Highlights THE YUKON TERRITORY The River of Gold The streets are no longer paved with gold, but the Klondike still offers an authentic and fascinating view of the 1890 s gold rush when stampeders came north in search of fabled wealth. On our Yukon & Denali holidays, you may tour the gold fields, glide on the Yukon river onboard an authentic paddle-wheeler, learn about native Indian culture and encounter some of the tallest mountains and most extensive ice fields at Kluane National Park. And still have time to enjoy Denali and relax on a Holland America Line cruise! 10
McKinley Explorer Travel in luxurious comfort The Alaska railroad snakes through glacier-carved valley, across rugged river canyons and features legendary feats of railway engineering Relax, dine, snap photos from panoramic windows as you enjoy expert commentary about your journey highlights: Our own McKinley Explorer glass-domed railcars whisk guests between Anchorage and Denali in magnificent style. Stretch your legs and breathe in the scenery on our open-air viewing platform, and savour Alaska-inspired dining, freshly prepared and served elegantly. Explorer Coaches Scenic byways Accommodating fewer guests, these coaches offer lavish interior space with wide leather seats and ample legroom, plus large LCD TV monitors for onboard entertainment and enrichment. You ll travel Alaska and the Yukon s scenic byways in complete comfort, enjoying expert narration along the way! 11
YUKON + DENALI HOLIDAYS Gold Country, Denali & Glacier Bay Combine the must-see sights of Denali National Park and Alaska s glacial-clad shores with the seldom-seen wonders of the Yukon, including the historic White Pass and Yukon Route Railroad and colourful Dawson City. Plus the expertise of a professional journey host to enhance your overland adventures. EVERY YUKON + DENALI HOLIDAY INCLUDES An elegant 3, 4, 7 or 10-night cruise including dining, activities and evening entertainment. A full day of scenic cruising in Glacier Bay National Park~. All transportation by luxury motorcoach, rail and cruise ship, as well as in-country flights to Fairbanks, Dawson City, Whitehorse and Vancouver. International flights from and to the UK. A professional journey host on the land portion of the holiday. Premier overnight accommodations at our newly restored McKinley Chalet Resort (Denali) and Westmark Hotels (room only basis). Comprehensive Tundra Wilderness Tour to the heart of Denali National Park. Visit www.hollandamerica.com for details of our Great Land Optional Dining plan which is available for purchase on land (cruise is full board). ~Y2 does not include Glacier Bay when taking cruise first option ALASKA Y U KON DENALI NATIONAL PARK Fairbanks Denali Dawson City TOMBSTONE PARK Anchorage Whitehorse Seward GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK Skagway/Haines Juneau TRACY ARM Ketchikan INSIDE PASSAGE 12
Y1L YUKON +TRIPLE DENALI HOLIDAY 20 NIGHTS 1 Night: Vancouver 2 Nights: Whitehorse, Dawson, Fairbanks, Anchorage 3 Nights: Denali with Tundra Wilderness Tour Included: Gold Dredge 8, Riverboat Discovery, Klondike Spirit Yukon River Cruise McKinley Domed railcar Anchorage/Denali; Anchorage/Seward cruisetrain 7-night Glacier Discovery Cruise (full board basis) After a stay in Vancouver, combine Canada s rugged Yukon with the spectacular dramatic scenery of Alaska s coastline. Enjoy luxury rail, coach travel and a visit to Denali National Park. Pass through forest and mountain landscapes, alpine valleys, and unique historic communities from the Gold Rush era, followed by a scenic cruise through the incredible Inside Passage. Day 1 UK/Vancouver Fly to Vancouver for an overnight stay. Day 2 Vancouver/Whitehorse Fly to Whitehorse and experience the Yukon capital, home of the ss Klondike and more. Day 3 Whitehorse Why not book an optional tour to Kluane National Park to encounter some of the tallest mountains and most extensive ice fields in North America. Day 4 Whitehorse/Dawson City Travel by motorcoach to Whitehorse (with lunch included at Minto), a restored gold rush town once dubbed the Paris of the North. Day 5 Dawson City Enjoy an included Yukon River Paddle Wheeler cruise then perhaps tour the Klondike Gold Fields, kick up your heels in a rough and tumble saloon or visit the rustic log cabin of author Jack London. Day 6 Dawson City/Fairbanks Take a short flight to Fairbanks for your two night stay in Alaska s second city. Day 7 Fairbanks Once a trading post serving gold miners at the turn of the century, Fairbanks offers genuine frontier history. Enjoy an included lunch on Sternwheeler Riverboat Discovery and pan for gold at Gold Dredge 8. Day 8 Fairbanks/Denali Travel by coach to Denali, for your three night stay at the McKinley Chalet Resort. Day 9 Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour Enjoy a guided Tundra Wilderness Tour this afternoon with opportunities to view numerous animals such as caribou, Dall sheep, moose and bears. Day 10 Denali at Leisure Denali, the Great One, is the name Athabascan people gave the massive peak that crowns the 600-mile long Alaska Range. A day to explore this wild and unspoiled region. Day 11 Denali/Anchorage Travel by McKinley Explorer to Anchorage, accompanied by incredible forest and mountain landscape. Day 12 Anchorage The Native Heritage Centre provides a window into Alaska s indigenous peoples, while modern art galleries and restaurants confirm the city s cosmopolitan status. Day 13 Anchorage/Seward Travel by rail to Seward to board your Holland America Line ship. Day 14 Leisure at sea Enjoy the five star facilities and find dining of your Holland America Line ship. Day 15 Cruising Glacier Bay Thousand-year old glacier ice cliffs in shades of blue, grey and green rise straight from the sea, surrounded by an immense quiet. Nothing prepares you for the stark and stunning beauty of this inaccessible corner of the world. Day 16 Haines (Skagway) Visit a genuine Klondike Gold Rush town, with perfectly preserved boardwalks and saloons from the days of the prospectors. Day 17 Juneau Embrace the adventure with an optional tour - like helicopter trekking, the newest and most exciting way to explore the 1,500 square-mile Juneau Icefield. Or enjoy a window seat on a floatplane and visit 5 majestic glaciers. Day 18 Ketchikan Stroll historic Creek St, see the largest collection of Totem poles in the world, or flight-see the magnificent Misty Fjords by floatplane. Day 19 Cruising Inside Passage An on board specialist will help you spot eagles, whales and other wildlife, comfortably viewed from the ship s panoramic windows and spacious promenade decks. Day 20 Vancouver/UK Disembark and fly to the UK Day 21 Arrive UK. Y1 can be taken in reverse cruise first, then tour (Y1C). Y1 - DEPARTURE DATES 2018 Noordam Y1C: 19 May; 2, 16*, 30 Jun; 14, 28 Jul; 11 Aug Y1L: 29 May; 12, 26 Jun; 10, 24 Jul; 7, 21 Aug; 4 Sep Westerdam Y1C: 26 May; 9, 23 Jun; 7, 21 Jul; 4, 18 Aug Y1L: 5, 19 Jun; 3, 17, 31 Jul; 14, 28 Aug LEAD IN FARES (INCLUDING AIR FROM LONDON) Accommodation Fares from Interior Stateroom 4,009 Ocean-view Stateroom 4,609 Verandah Stateroom 4,609 Signature Suite 5,409 Neptune Suite 5,909 Lead in fare is based on date marked * and includes scheduled air from London, transfers and touring itinerary as shown. Regional flights may be available at a supplement. 13
Y2L YUKON + TRIPLE DENALI HOLIDAY 15 NIGHTS 1 Night: Anchorage, Fairbanks & Whitehorse 2 Nights: Skagway & Dawson 3 Nights: Denali with Tundra Wilderness Tour Included: Gold Dredge 8, Klondike Spirit Yukon River Cruise McKinley Domed railcar Anchorage/Denali; historic White Pass & Yukon rail 3 or 4-night Inside Passage Cruise A slightly shorter itinerary still includes the highlights of Alaska, with three all important nights at Denali National Park and a 3 or 4 night Alaska cruise. Enjoy a scenic train journey across the White Pass and Yukon railroad in a vintage parlour car and more time in the old boardwalk town of Skagway. Day 1 UK/Anchorage Fly to Anchorage (this may not be a direct flight) for an overnight stay in the bustling downtown district. Day 2 Anchorage/Denali Luxurious domed railcars will enchant you on your way to Denali for your 3-night stay at the McKinley Chalets. Day 3 Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour Explore a few of the miles of parkland on a guided Tundra Wilderness tour, watching for wildlife. Day 4 Denali at Leisure Heli-hike, golf or explore the park via jeep or covered wagon on an optional tour. Day 5 Denali/Fairbanks Travel by motorcoach to Fairbanks, originally a trading post for miners, where you ll pan for gold on Gold Dredge 8. Day 6 Fairbanks/Dawson Take a short flight to Dawson City where the Gold Rush began - for a two night stay. Day 7 Dawson City Enjoy an included Yukon Paddle Wheeler cruise on Klondike Spirit then choose from optional tours... Perhaps visit Diamond Tooth Gertie s Gambling Hall, or tour out to the wilderness of Tombstone Park. Day 8 Dawson/Whitehorse Motorcoach to Whitehorse, capital of the Yukon. Day 9 Whitehorse/Skagway Ride in the historic parlour cars of the narrow gauge White Pass & Yukon railroad with spectacular scenery. Day 10 Skagway Fabled gateway to the Klondike gold fields, Skagway s wooden boardwalks and saloons are carefully restored to their original state so wander around this living museum. Day 11 Skagway/Cruise Board your comfortable Holland America Line ship and set sail southwards. Day 12 Cruising Glacier Bay Glide through sparkling fjords and watch for marine life as you listen to fascinating commentary on the bay and its ice-age glaciers. Day 13 Ketchikan Visit the world s largest collection of Totem poles or take float plane ride to the spectacular Misty Fjords. Day 14 Cruising Inside Passage Forested slopes and fishing villages on either side of you make this day one of relaxing wonder. Day 15 Vancouver/UK Disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. Day 16 Arrive UK (Y2 can be taken in reverse cruise first, then tour (Y2C). Y2 - DEPARTURE DATES 2018 Nieuw Amsterdam Y2L: 26 May; 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Jun; 7, 14, 21, 28 Jul; 4, 11, 18, 25 Aug Y2C: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Jun; 6, 13, 20, 27 Jul; 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Aug Volendam Y2L: 23, 30 May; 6*, 13, 20, 27 Jun; 4, 11, 17, 25 Jul; 1, 8, 15, 22 Aug Y2C: 29 May; 5, 12, 19, 26 Jun; 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Jul; 7, 14, 21, 28 Aug LEAD IN FARES (INCLUDING AIR FROM LONDON) Accommodation Fares from Interior Stateroom 3,629 Ocean-view Stateroom 3,629 Vista Suite 4,329 Neptune Suite 4,629 Lead in fare is based on date marked * and includes scheduled air from London, transfers and touring itinerary as shown. Regional flights may be available at a supplement. Y3C YUKON + DOUBLE DENALI HOLIDAY 12 NIGHTS 1 Night: Vancouver, Anchorage, Fairbanks & Whitehorse 2 Nights: Dawson & Denali with Tundra Wilderness Tour Included: Gold Dredge 8, Klondike Spirit Yukon River Cruise McKinley Domed railcar Denali/Anchorage historic White Pass & Yukon rail 3 or 4-night Inside Passage Cruise For travellers with less time, this holiday still includes all the Alaska & Yukon highlights, with two nights to explore Denali National Park and two nights in Dawson City. Enjoy a scenic coastal Alaskan then luxury rail and coach travel and a visit to Denali National Park. 14 Day 1 UK/Vancouver Fly to Vancouver for an overnight stay. Day 2 Vancouver/Cruise Board your elegant Holland America Line ship for a three night cruise. Day 3 - Cruising Inside Passage Slip through quiet fjords lined by pristine forests and enjoy the views from your ship s panoramic windows and spacious promenade decks. Day 4 Juneau Take a walking tour of Alaska s scenic capital, including the Mendenhall Glacier. Or enjoy a window seat on a floatplane and visit 5 majestic glaciers. Day 5 Skagway/Whitehorse Disembark and climb out of Skagway through winding ravines on the narrow-gauge rails of the historic White Pass & Yukon Railroad, then motorcoach to Whitehorse, Day 6 Whitehorse/Dawson City From the capital of the Yukon, travel by coach to Dawson City (lunch included in Minto), where prospectors spotted the first shiny piece of Yukon gold. Enjoy a two night stay. Day 7 Dawson City Perhaps spend the day touring the historic landmarks or stunning Tombstone Park, then enjoy an included Yukon River Paddle Wheeler cruise on the Klondike Spirit. Day 8 Dawson City/Fairbanks Take a short flight to Fairbanks. Day 9 Fairbanks/Denali Following a tour of Gold Dredge 8, it s off to Denali National Park for a two night stay at our comfortable McKinley Chalets, right inside the scenic miles of the park. Day 10 Denali Take our complimentary Tundra Wilderness tour, spot grizzlies in their natural habitat, then perhaps rafting, heli-hiking or an intensive photography workshop. Day 11 Denali/Anchorage Ride to Anchorage with a commanding view from one of our glass-domed McKinley Explorer railcars, then stay overnight in Anchorage. Day 12 Anchorage/UK Fly to the UK. Day 13 Arrive UK Y3 can be taken in reverse tour first, then cruise (Y3L). Y3 - DEPARTURE DATES 2018 Nieuw Amsterdam Y3C: 1, 8*, 15, 22, 29 Jun; 6, 13, 20, 27 Jul; 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Aug Y3L: 29 May; 5, 12, 19, 26 Jun; 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Jul; 7, 14, 21, 28 Aug Volendam Y3C: 29 May; 5, 12, 19, 26 Jun; 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Jul; 7, 14, 21, 28 Aug Y3L: 26 May; 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Jun; 7, 14, 21, 28 Jul; 4, 11, 18, 25 Aug LEAD IN FARES (INCLUDING AIR FROM LONDON) Accommodation Fares from Interior Stateroom 2,919 Ocean-view Stateroom 3,219 Verandah Stateroom 3,219 Neptune Suite 3,519 Lead in fare is based on date marked * and includes scheduled air from London, transfers and touring itinerary as shown. Regional flights may be available at a supplement.
Y4C YUKON + DOUBLE DENALI HOLIDAY 20 NIGHTS 1 Night: Vancouver, Skagway, Whitehorse, Fairbanks & Anchorage 2 Nights: Dawson & Denali with Tundra Wilderness Tour Included: Gold Dredge 8, Klondike Spirit Yukon River Cruise McKinley Domed railcar Denali/Anchorage historic White Pass & Yukon rail 10-nights of leisurely Inside Passage Cruising This holiday features ten days# of leisurely coastal cruising, glaciers, sealife and picturesque ports of call yet still includes all the Alaska & Yukon highlights, with two nights to explore Denali National Park and two nights in Dawson City, plus luxury rail and coach travel and a visit to Denali National Park Day 1 UK/Vancouver Fly to Vancouver for an overnight stay. Day 2 Vancouver/Cruise Board your elegant Holland America Line ship for a three night cruise. Day 3 Cruising Inside Passage Slip through quiet fjords lined by pristine forests and enjoy the views from your ship s panoramic windows and spacious promenade decks. Day 4 Juneau Take a walking tour of Alaska s scenic capital, including the Mendenhall Glacier. Or enjoy a window seat on a floatplane and visit 5 majestic glaciers. Day 5 Skagway Disembark and take a historic walking tour. Day 6 Skagway/Whitehorse Board the historic White Pass & Yukon Railroad for a journey through winding ravines on the narrow-gauge rails to Whitehorse. Day 7 Whitehorse/Dawson City Travel by coach to Dawson City (lunch included in Minto), where prospectors spotted the first shiny piece of Yukon gold. Enjoy a two night stay. Day 8 Dawson City Perhaps spend the day touring the historic landmarks or stunning Tombstone Park, then enjoy an included Yukon River Paddle Wheeler cruise on the Klondike Spirit. Day 9 Dawson City/Fairbanks Take a short flight to Fairbanks. Day 10 Fairbanks/Denali Following a tour of Gold Dredge 8, it s off to Denali National Park for a two night stay at our comfortable McKinley Chalets, right inside the scenic miles of the park. Day 11 Denali Take our complimentary Tundra Wilderness tour, spot grizzlies in their natural habitat, then perhaps rafting, heli-hiking or an intensive photography workshop. Day 12 Denali/Anchorage Ride to Anchorage with a commanding view from one of our glass-domed McKinley Explorer railcars, then stay overnight in Anchorage. Day 13 Anchorage/Seward Travel by comfortable motorcoach to Seward to board your Holland America Line ship. Day 14 Leisure at sea Enjoy the five star facilities and find dining of your Holland America Line ship. Day 15 Cruising Glacier Bay Thousand-year old glacier ice cliffs in shades of blue, grey and green rise straight from the sea, surrounded by an immense quiet. Nothing prepares you for the stark and stunning beauty of this inaccessible corner of the world. Day 16 Haines (Skagway) Another full day to experience a genuine Klondike Gold Rush town, with perfectly preserved boardwalks and saloons from the days of the prospectors. Day 17 - Juneau Embrace the adventure with an optional tour - like helicopter trekking, the newest and most exciting way to explore the 1,500 square-mile Juneau Icefield. Or enjoy a window seat on a floatplane and visit 5 majestic glaciers. Day 18 Ketchikan Stroll historic Creek St, see the largest collection of Totem poles in the world, or flight-see the magnificent Misty Fjords by floatplane. Day 19 - Cruising Inside Passage An on board specialist will help you spot eagles, whales and other wildlife, comfortably viewed from the ship s panoramic windows and spacious promenade decks. Day 20 Vancouver/UK Disembark and fly to the UK Day 21 Arrive UK Y4C - DEPARTURE DATES 2018 Volendam (then Nieuw Amsterdam)# Y4C: 20*, 27 Jun: 4, 11, 18, 25 Jul; 1, 8, 15, 22 Aug 2018 Nieuw Amsterdam (then Volendam)# Y4C: 23, 30 Jun; 7, 14, 21, 28 Jul; 4, 11, 18, 25 Aug 2018 # 3-night northbound plus 7-night southbound Alaska cruise LEAD IN FARES (INCLUDING AIR FROM LONDON) Accommodation Fares from Interior Stateroom 3,719 Ocean-view Stateroom 4,219 Verandah Stateroom 4,719 Neptune Suite 6,219 Lead in fare is based on date marked * and includes scheduled air from London, transfers and touring itinerary as shown. Regional flights may be available at a supplement. 15
DENALI HOLIDAYS Denali, Denali, Denali spend up to 3 days The best of both land and sea; discover Denali via river rafting, flight-seeing or thrilling adventures thanks to stays of up to 3 nights at the park. Marvel and pristine Glacier Bay, Alaska s rich marine life and friendly frontier ports of call. EVERY DENALI HOLIDAY INCLUDES An elegant 7-night cruise including dining, activities and evening entertainment. A full day of scenic cruising in Glacier Bay National Park ~. All transportation by luxury motorcoach, rail and cruise ship. International flights from and to the UK. Premier overnight accommodations at our comfortable and stylish McKinley Chalet Resort (Denali) and hotels in Anchorage and Fairbanks (room only basis). Comprehensive Tundra Wilderness Tour to the heart of Denali National Park. Visit www.hollandamerica.com for details of our Great Land Optional Dining plan which is available for purchase on land (cruise is full board). ALASKA YUKON GATES OF THE ARCTIC NATIONAL PARK DENALI NATIONAL PARK Fairbanks Denali Talkeetna Anchorage Alyeska Seward GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK Skagway/Haines Juneau Ketchikan INSIDE PASSAGE 16
D1C TRIPLE DENALI HOLIDAY 14 NIGHTS 1 Night: Vancouver, Fairbanks & Anchorage 3 Nights: Denali with Tundra Wilderness Tour Included: Riverboat Discovery McKinley Domed railcar Anchorage/Denali; Anchorage/Seward cruisetrain 7-night Glacier Discovery Cruise Travelling by rail, road, river and sea, this tour of Alaskan treasures is the journey of a lifetime through a landscape that is timeless. We enter the world of whales and grizzly bears, otters and sea lions, caribou, moose and menacing bald eagles. Our breathtaking backdrop is ice-age fjords, soaring mountains and mile upon mile of the wildest wilderness. This is Nature untamed and unforgettable! Day 1 UK/Vancouver Fly to Vancouver for an overnight stay with time to discover scenic Stanley Park. Day 2 Vancouver/Cruise Board your elegant Holland America Line ship for a seven night cruise. Day 3 Inside Passage Cruising Thrill to the whoosh of a whale breaching before your eyes. Snap the perfect photo of an eagle in flight. Try to count how many porpoises are leaping playfully alongside your ship. Day 4 Ketchikan You may watch traditional ceremonies at Beaver Clan House as part of a Tlingit Nation Welcome, or learn why totems are raised and what stories they tell from an elder at Saxman Native village. Day 5 Juneau Take a helicopter out to an immense ice field and walk on glacial ice. Or explore Alaska s quietly sophisticated state capital, where Russian style onion-domed churches are a feature in the city s turn of the century streets. Day 6 Skagway Stroll around Skagway, a genuine Klondike Gold Rush town, with perfectly preserved boardwalks and saloons from the days of the prospectors. Or board a yellow 1927 sightseeing bus where a costumed driver calls out the sights. Day 7 Cruising Glacier Bay Jagged glaciers, giant ice flows and dramatic ice rivers form an awe-inspiring backdrop to a day of slow cruising along the 60 miles of breathtaking Glacier Bay a favoured haunt of the humpback whale. Nothing prepares you for the stark and stunning beauty of this inaccessible and inhospitable corner of the world. A park ranger will be on hand to explain the phenomena of glaciers. Day 8 Scenic Cruising A leisurely day at sea onboard your elegant ship. Watch the scenery unfold from open decks and picture windows; perhaps join a cookery demonstration or learn to edit your photos. Tonight dress for a delicious dinner and some top class entertainment. Day 9 Seward/Anchorage Disembark and travel by train to Anchorage, then spend an afternoon and evening at this cosmopolitan city on the edge of the Alaskan wilderness. Day 10 Anchorage/Denali Disembark and travel via the glass-domed rail carriages of the McKinley Explorer train to Denali. North America s highest mountain is soon within your sights soaring 20,320 feet into the blue. Arrive in the afternoon for a 3 night stay. Day 11 Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour Enjoy a 7-hour Tundra Wildlife Tour delving deep into Denali s six million acre spread to watch for grizzly bears, Dall sheep, moose, caribou and a host of indigenous wildlife on land and in the air. Day 12 Denali Choose from a wide range of activities arranged within the Park from white water rafting to a gentle river float, horse riding, a guided hike geared to naturalist interests or a visit to the champion sled dog kennels. Day 13 Denali/Fairbanks Travel by coach to Fairbanks. Enjoy an included lunch on the Riverboat Discovery, then an overnight stay. Day 14 Fairbanks/UK Fly to the UK. Day 15 Arrive UK D1 can be taken in reverse cruise first, then tour (D1C) D1 - DEPARTURE DATES 2018 Westerdam D1C: 12*, 26 May; 9, 23 Jun; 7, 21 Jul; 4, 18 Aug; 1 Sep D1L: 15, 29 May; 12, 26 Jun; 10, 24 Jul; 7, 21 Aug; 4 Sep Noordam D1C: 19 May; 2. 16, 30 Jun; 14, 28 Jul; 11, 25 Aug; 8 Sep D1L: 22 May; 5, 19 Jun; 3, 17, 31 Jul; 14, 28 Aug; 11 Sep LEAD IN FARES (INCLUDING AIR FROM LONDON) Accommodation Fares from Interior Stateroom 2,999 Ocean-view Stateroom 2,999 Verandah Stateroom 3,599 Signature Suite 3,899 Neptune Suite 4,299 Lead in fare is based on date marked * and includes scheduled air from London, transfers and touring itinerary as shown. Regional flights may be available at a supplement. 17
D2L TRIPLE DENALI HOLIDAY 12 NIGHTS 1 Night: Anchorage 3 Nights: Denali with Tundra Wilderness Tour Included: Same day Direct to Denali connection between ship and Denali McKinley Domed railcar Anchorage/Denali 7-night Glacier Discovery Cruise If you d prefer the full Denali experience in less time, choose this Direct to Denali journey and travel directly between your ship and Denali without an extra overnight in Anchorage. You ll still enjoy three nights in the wilderness and a luxurious seven night Glacier Bay Inside Passage cruise! Day 1 UK/Seattle/Anchorage Fly to Anchorage (this may not be a direct flight) for an overnight stay in this cosmopolitan city. Day 2 Anchorage/Denali Thrill to spectacular sights and gracious service aboard your luxury domed railcar. Arrive in style for your incomparable three night stay and an inviting Lodge. Day 3 Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour Take full advantage of wildlife and Mt Denali viewing on a guided Tundra Wilderness tour, watching for caribou and grizzlies. Day 4 Denali at Leisure You ll get to hike, river raft, take a flight seeing tour or simply relax in your comfortable lodge and enjoy the scenery. Day 5 Denali/Seward Travel by motorcoach along the scenic Seward Highway (lunch included), and meet your elegant Holland America Line ship. Day 6 Leisure at sea Enjoy a full day onboard fine dining, gracious service, spacious accommodation and gorgeous scenery. Day 7 Cruising Glacier Bay From your ship you have a front view of the spires, pinnacles and pillars of ice, surrounded by an immense quiet, broken only by the muffled thunder of icebergs being born. Day 8 Haines/Skagway Once turbulent staging point for gold prospectors hell-bent on getting to the Klondike, you can now stroll weathered boardwalks and drop in at old-time saloons at Skagway. Day 9 Juneau From Alaska s scenic capital, take an excursion to the mighty Mendenhall Glacier, opt for salmon fishing or a wildlife cruise. Day 10 Ketchikan Once an Indian fishing village, clinging to the shore, visit a park of stately totem poles, or go flight-seeing to the spectacularly scenic Misty Fjords and enjoy a lunch of fresh salmon. Day 11 Cruise Inside Passage Sail through this incredible waterway where massive mountains rise almost vertically from deep fjord-like waters, and watch for seals, porpoises, eagles and whales. Day 12 Vancouver/UK Disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. Day 13 Arrive UK D2 can be taken in reverse cruise first, then tour (D2C). D2 - DEPARTURE DATES 2018 Westerdam D2L: 16*, 30 May; 13, 27 Jun; 11, 25 Jul; 8, 22 Aug; 5 Sep D2C: 12, 26 May; 9, 23 Jun; 7, 21 Jul; 4, 18 Aug; 1 Sep Noordam D2L: 23 May; 6, 20 Jun; 4, 18 Jul; 1, 15, 29 Aug; 12 Sep D2C: 19 May; 2, 16, 30 Jun; 14, 28 Jul; 11, 25 Aug; 8 Sep LEAD IN FARES (INCLUDING AIR FROM LONDON) Accommodation Fares from Interior Stateroom 2,429 Ocean-view Stateroom 3,029 Verandah Stateroom 3,029 Signature Suite 3,429 Neptune Suite 3,929 Lead in fare is based on date marked * and includes scheduled air from London, transfers and touring itinerary as shown. Regional flights may be available at a supplement. D4L DOUBLE DENALI & ALYESKA HOLIDAY 15 NIGHTS 2 Nights: Fairbanks, Denali with Tundra Wilderness 1 Night: Talkeetna, Anchorage & Alyeska Resort Included: Riverboat Discovery, Portage Glacier Cruise McKinley Domed railcar Anchorage/Denali 7-night Glacier Discovery Cruise Combine two days at Denali with Fairbanks, Anchorage and a seven night Glacier Discovery cruise. Enjoy a day and night at Alyeska, Alaska s only premier spa resort, set in an area of extraordinary beauty and offering tours that range from aerial tramways, alpine trails to kayaking and float trips. 18 Day 1 UK/Seattle/Fairbanks Fly to Seattle then on to Fairbanks for a two night stay. Day 2 Fairbanks Tour this historic gold rush town before boarding the sternwheeler Discovery for a cruise down the Chena and Tanana rivers (lunch included). Day 3 Fairbanks/Denali Sightsee to Denali onboard a luxurious explorer motorcoach, ready to enjoy two nights in a cosy Lodge. Day 4 Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour The Tundra Wilderness tour will open your eyes to Denali s glory! Then relax and enjoy the great amenities of your hotel. Day 5 Denali/Talkeetna Board the glass domed carriages of the McKinley Explorer train for a scenic trip to Talkeetna. Day 6 Talkeetna/Anchorage Spend some time at Alaska s most cosmopolitan city, on the edge of the wilderness. Day 7 Anchorage/Alyeska Take the Seward highway, visiting Portage Glacier enroute, and spend a night at this premier spa hotel near the quaint town of Girdwood. Day 8 Alyeska/Seward Soak up the scenery as you travel by coach to Resurrection Bay and board your ship in time for lunch. Day 9 Leisure at sea Enjoy a day at sea onboard your mid-sized ship. Day 10 Cruising Glacier Bay Watch in wonder as glaciers calve before your eyes, when salt water melts the glacier s foundation and huge pieces of ice sheer off the face. Day 11 Haines/Skagway Walk the creaky boardwalks to the taverns and shops of Main St and hike part of the beautiful Chilkoot Trail. Day 12 Juneau Surrounded by the lush Tongass National Forest and with the Mendenhall Glacier at its back door, Alaska s capital offers an array of things to do! Day 13 Ketchikan Fishing capital of Alaska and originally an Indian village, Ketchikan is gateway to the Misty Fjords. Day 14 Cruising Inside Passage Enjoy the scenery and five star lifestyle on your comfortable cruise ship. Day 15 Vancouver/UK Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport. Day 16 Arrive UK D4L can be taken in reverse cruise first, then tour (D4C). D4 - DEPARTURE DATES 2018 Westerdam D4L: 27* May; 10, 24 Jun; 8, 22 Jul; 5, 19 Aug; 2 Sep D4C: 12, 26 May; 9, 23 Jun; 7, 21 Jul; 4, 18 Aug; 1 Sep Noordam D4L: 20 May; 3, 17 Jun; 1, 15, 29 Jul; 12, 26 Aug; 9 Sep D4C: 19 May; 2, 16, 30 Jun; 14, 28 Jul; 11, 25 Aug; 8 Sep LEAD IN FARES (INCLUDING AIR FROM LONDON) Accommodation Fares from Interior Stateroom 3,519 Ocean-view Stateroom 3,689 Verandah Stateroom 4,329 Signature Suite 4,729 Neptune Suite 5,129 Lead in fare is based on date marked * and includes scheduled air from London, transfers and touring itinerary as shown. Regional flights may be available at a supplement.
GREAT LAND EXPLORER Carrying just 1,440 guests, Zaandam takes you deeper than ever before into Alaska s fascinating scenery, cultures and history on this leisurely 14-night adventure; which includes two major glacier experiences and eight fascinating destinations including the unique ports of Kodiak, Homer, and Anchorage. WHAT S INCLUDED Scheduled flights between London and Seattle (regional supplements apply). One night pre-cruise hotel accommodation in Seattle (room only). Transfers airport-hotel, hotel-ship, ship-airport. 14-night cruise, full board basis. GREAT LAND EXPLORER 16 NIGHTS Day 1 UK/Seattle Fly to Seattle for an overnight stay in this vibrant city. Day 2 Seattle/Cruise Board the elegant Zaandam for a fourteen night cruise. Day 3 Scenic Cruising Vancouver Island. Enjoy the vistas from the ship s panoramic windows and spacious promenade decks. Day 4 Ketchikan, Alaska Enjoy the quaint salmon capital of the world, starting point for an optional flight-seeing tour to the spectacular Misty Fjords monument with its dazzling waterfalls, towering cliffs and pristine fjords. Day 5 Cruising Tracy Arm Sail past the jagged peaks of Tracy Arm, featuring the twin Sawyer Glaciers, a breathtaking ice-carved fjord winding its way through 26 miles of eye-opening scenery. Day 6 Juneau, Alaska In Alaska s capital, Juneau, high rise buildings co-exist with Gold Rush veterans and it s very own glacier right in town, the Mendenhall. Day 7 Icy Strait Point Day 8 Leisure at sea Enjoy a day of scenic cruising. Day 9 Anchorage, Alaska Alaska s largest city is a major metropolis at the edge of a vast wilderness, combining fine restaurants and frontier saloons with museums and galleries galore. Day 10 Homer, Alaska This quaint town nestled on the shore of Kachemak Bay offers breathtaking views of glaciers, mountains and wildlife, while from the shore marvel at the life in the tide pools, maybe catch seals, otters and sea lions enjoying the view along with you. Day 11 Kodiak, Alaska Kodiak Island offers legendary fishing and spotless green fjords, but by far the most famous inhabitant is the enormous sub-species of grizzly known as the Kodiak brown bear. Day 12 Cruising Hubbard Glacier The galloping glacier, at 76 miles is the longest and most active tidewater glacier in North America. Look out for icebergs the size of small buildings calving from its impressive face. Day 13 Sitka, Alaska Scenic Sitka boasts onion-domed churches that reflect the region s Russian fur trading ancestry. Day 14 Leisure at sea Day 15 Victoria, British Columbia Victoria on Vancouver Island is home to the famous Butchart Gardens - a brilliant tapestry of colour spread across 50 blooming acres. Day 16 Seattle, Washington Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. Day 17 Arrive UK GREAT LAND EXPLORER DEPARTURE DATES 2018 Zaandam Great Alaskan Explorer Fly/cruise DEPARTS: 6*, 20 May; 3, 17 Jun; 1, 15, 29 Jul; 12, 26 Aug; 9 Sep 2018 LEAD IN FLY/FARES Accommodation Fares from Interior Stateroom 2,269 Ocean-view Stateroom 2,269 Vista Suite 3,529 Neptune Suite 6,429 Lead in fare is based on date marked * and includes scheduled air from London, transfers and itinerary as shown. Regional flights may be available at a supplement. 19
CRUISE SELECT 01234 326758 www.cruiseselect.co.uk sales@cruiseselect.co.uk Terms & Conditions *Fares listed are in UK based on Promo(s) KD/KF/JH/NV/NF/UV and are per person based on double occupancy including Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses. View & Verandah offers are per stateroom based on double occupancy, for 1st and 2nd guests sharing a stateroom and excludes 3rd/4th guests, except as provided herein. Offers are available for new bookings only, apply only to the cruise portion of Alaska Land+Sea Journeys are not combinable with any other discounts, and are not transferable or refundable. Offers are applicable on select 2018 & 2019 departures. Stateroom upgrades are available in select stateroom categories and are subject to availability of the staterooms in the higher category. Onboard spending money amounts vary by cruise length and stateroom category. Shore excursion offer applies only to select shore excursions on select sailings, purchased in advance of embarkation, prior to 15 March 2018. Suite offer: Prepaid Gratuities (Hotel Service Charges) - Holland America Line pre-pays room gratuities on behalf of guests. Gratuities for bar, dining room wine accounts, or spa/salon services are not included. For more information about our stateroom categories and suite descriptions, to view deck plans and for full terms and conditions applicable to your cruise, please refer to hollandamerica.com/ viewandverandah or the Holland America Line brochure. Offers have limited space and may be modified or withdrawn or sailing/departure dates may be substituted without prior notice. Subject to availability. Other restrictions may apply. It is the responsibility of guests to ensure they have a full passport valid at least 6 months beyond the date travel is to commence. View & Verandah offers end 28/02/18. Ships Registry: The Netherlands.