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Alaska Discovery Land & Cruise featuring a 7-night Holland America Cruise (Fairbanks, AK to Vancouver, BC) (2025)

Name: Alaska Discovery Land & Cruise featuring a 7-night Holland America Cruise (Fairbanks, AK to Vancouver, BC) (2025)
Brand: Elife Travel
Price: 4999 USD
Availability: InStock

Country:

USA

Flight:

Not included

Favorite

Tour id:

268220

Operator:

Collette
Length:

12 days
Group size:

44 pax
Age:

5 to 99
Difficulty:
Difficulty levels:
- Relaxing
- Easy
- Moderate
- Serious
- Heart-pumping

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Itinerary

Traverse the Pacific coast by land and sea aboard one of Holland America Cruise Lines’ lovely ships on a breathtaking journey that takes you from Alaska to Vancouver, British Columbia. Cruise the Sternwheeler Discovery and encounter Alaska’s diverse culture and rich history. Enjoy local dishes and a lively musical performance at the Denali Dinner Theater about the first brave men to summit Denali. Ride a luxury domed railcar from Denali to Talkeetna, soak in views of the incredible landscapes from glass-ceiling railcars and open-air observation platforms as guides provide expert commentary. Travel deep into Denali National Park for the best opportunities to view the region’s wildlife. Cruise through Glacier Bay and the Inside Passage, taking in rugged natural wonders. Explore Alaska’s gorgeous capital, Juneau. Visit Ketchikan, the “Salmon Capital of the World.” This is Alaska as you always imagined.

Tour program

Day 1

Fairbanks, Alaska

Arrive in Fairbanks, in the great state of Alaska, on an adventure that brings together the best of both land and sea.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Day 9

Cruising - Juneau

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

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.

Day 11

Cruising - Inside Passage

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

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.

Tour Details

accommodation

Day 1: Westmark Hotel

Day 2 to 3: Holland America Denali Lodge

Day 4: Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge

Day 5 to 11: Holland America Cruises' Noordam or Nieuw Amsterdam

flights

International flights are not included

guide

Guide is included

insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

meals

11 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 8 dinners

optional

Other activities and services are not included

others

Must-See Inclusions:

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.

Cultural Experiences:

Enjoy an unforgettable rail journey from Denali to Talkeetna in a luxury domed railcar.

Enjoy an expert guided Tundra Wilderness Tour in Denali National Park.

Relive Alaska's Gold Rush days in historic Skagway.

Culinary Inclusions:

Enjoy a lively dinner theater performance about the first brave men to summit Denali.

Other activities and services are not included

transport

Holland America Cruises' Noordam or Nieuw Amsterdam

Good to know

Currency

US Dollar

USA

Customer reviews

Overall

4.6

Itinerary

Guide

4.6

Transport

Accommodation

4.7

Food

Operator

4.6

Faq Tour

How can I book a tour?

You can order a tour on our website by selecting the desired dates and clicking the “Confirm dates” button. You can also contact our sales department by phone or email.

Which payment options are available?

We accept credit cards, bank transfers and other popular payment methods.

Can I change or cancel my reservation?

Yes, changes or cancellations are possible, however penalties may apply depending on the time before the tour starts.

What documents are required to participate in the tour?

You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.