Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour
From $2099
Per person, double occupancy, excludes roundtrip airfare
12 Days
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Alaska Vacation Package Details
Rugged, remote, and so beautiful it takes your breath away, the wilds of the Frontier State come alive on this guided Alaskan cruise tour. Experience the best that Alaska has to offer, from a 2-night stay in Denali National Park to dramatic calving glaciers along the Inside Passage.
Your Alaska cruise begins aboard a Holland America Line cruise ship. There you will explore Alaska’s most famous sea lane including one of the most glorious sights in the world: the Inside Passage. Spend days in quintessential Alaskan towns like the classic gold rush town of Skagway, the state capital of Juneau, and stilt-bound Ketchikan. Pass through the pristine beauty of Glacier Bay National Park, and the majesty of Hubbard Glacier.
Your land tour includes a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center near Anchorage. After a picturesque journey from Talkeetna, spend time exploring Denali, one of the world’s greatest wilderness frontiers.
Your dedicated naturalist guide will tell you about its landscape, geology, and past. Be on the lookout for Alaska’s Big Five: grizzly bears, caribou, moose, Dall Sheep, and wolves. Next take a scenic drive down the George Parks Highway to Fairbanks, the largest city in Alaska’s interior. Learn the rich history of the “Golden Heart City” as a gold rush boomtown.
Tour Includes
2 Countries- USA
- Canada
- Vancouver
- Inside Passage
- Ketchikan
- Juneau
- Skagway
- Glacier Bay National Park
- Hubbard Glacier
- Whittier
- Anchorage
- Talkeetna
- Denali National Park
- Fairbanks
- 7 Nights
- Cruise aboard Holland America Cruise Line's ms Noordam
- 4 Nights
- Moderate hotels based on twin/double occupancy
- All meals onboard ship
- A professionally trained local tour director who is knowledgeable of the area and will provide you with a wealth of information. Their friendly service will make your trip a memorable experience.
- To and from your hotel room and cruise ship cabin throughout your tour for one piece of Checked Baggage per person.
Activity Level
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Note: although all these sites are featured on all departures for this vacation, some departure dates operate in the reverse order.
Tour Highlights
- Marvel at Alaska's natural beauty on a 2-night stay in Denali National Park
- Visit Alaska’s most famous locals at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
- Cruise past the glaciers of Glacier Bay and Wrangell St. Elias National Park
- Travel through the legendary Inside Passage
- Learn gold rush lore and legends in Skagway
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*$50 per person Free Onboard Credit for Ocean View cabins only. $100 per person Free Onboard Credit for Balcony cabins only. Click here to view additional offer details.
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May 31, 2023
Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) |
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Depart: May 31, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$2249Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1300 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $3848 Total Price: $2548 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Depart: Jun 25, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$2549Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1400 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $4248 Total Price: $2848 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Jun 28, 2023
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Depart: Jun 28, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$2549Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1400 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $4248 Total Price: $2848 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Jul 09, 2023
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Depart: Jul 09, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$2549Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1400 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $4248 Total Price: $2848 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Jul 12, 2023
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Depart: Jul 12, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$2549Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1400 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $4248 Total Price: $2848 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Jul 23, 2023
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Depart: Jul 23, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$2549Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1400 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $4248 Total Price: $2848 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Aug 06, 2023
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Depart: Aug 06, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$2449Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1300 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $4048 Total Price: $2748 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Aug 09, 2023
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Depart: Aug 09, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$2449Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1300 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $4048 Total Price: $2748 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Aug 20, 2023
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Depart: Aug 20, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$2249Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1300 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $3848 Total Price: $2548 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Aug 23, 2023
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Depart: Aug 23, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$2249Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1300 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $3848 Total Price: $2548 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Sep 03, 2023
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Depart: Sep 03, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$2049Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1300 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $3648 Total Price: $2348 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Sep 06, 2023
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Depart: Sep 06, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$2049Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1300 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $3648 Total Price: $2348 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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May 31, 2023
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Depart: May 31, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$2699Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1900 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $4898 Total Price: $2998 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Jun 25, 2023
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Depart: Jun 25, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$2999Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2000 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $5298 Total Price: $3298 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Jun 28, 2023
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Depart: Jun 28, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$2999Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2000 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $5298 Total Price: $3298 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Jul 09, 2023
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Depart: Jul 09, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$2999Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2000 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $5298 Total Price: $3298 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Jul 12, 2023
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Depart: Jul 12, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$2999Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2000 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $5298 Total Price: $3298 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Jul 23, 2023
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Depart: Jul 23, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$2999Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2000 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $5298 Total Price: $3298 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Aug 06, 2023
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Depart: Aug 06, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$2899Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2000 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $5198 Total Price: $3198 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Aug 09, 2023
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Depart: Aug 09, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$2899Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1900 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $5098 Total Price: $3198 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Aug 20, 2023
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Depart: Aug 20, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$2699Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1900 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $4898 Total Price: $2998 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Aug 23, 2023
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Depart: Aug 23, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$2699Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1900 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $4898 Total Price: $2998 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Sep 03, 2023
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Depart: Sep 03, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$2499Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1900 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $4698 Total Price: $2798 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Sep 06, 2023
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Depart: Sep 06, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$2499Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $1900 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $4698 Total Price: $2798 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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May 31, 2023
Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) |
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Depart: May 31, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$3349Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2200 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $5848 Total Price: $3648 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Jun 25, 2023
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Depart: Jun 25, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$3749Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2300 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $6348 Total Price: $4048 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Jun 28, 2023
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Depart: Jun 28, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$3749Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2300 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $6348 Total Price: $4048 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Jul 09, 2023
Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) |
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Depart: Jul 09, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$3749Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2300 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $6348 Total Price: $4048 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Jul 12, 2023
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Depart: Jul 12, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$3749Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2300 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $6348 Total Price: $4048 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Jul 23, 2023
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Depart: Jul 23, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$3749Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2300 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $6348 Total Price: $4048 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Aug 06, 2023
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Depart: Aug 06, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$3549Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2300 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $6148 Total Price: $3848 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Aug 09, 2023
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Depart: Aug 09, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$3549Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2200 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $6048 Total Price: $3848 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Aug 20, 2023
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Depart: Aug 20, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$3349Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2200 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $5848 Total Price: $3648 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Aug 23, 2023
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Depart: Aug 23, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$3349Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2200 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $5848 Total Price: $3648 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Sep 03, 2023
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Depart: Sep 03, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Northbound) Base Price:$3049Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2200 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $5548 Total Price: $3348 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |
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Sep 06, 2023
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Depart: Sep 06, 2023 Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour (Southbound) Base Price:$3049Taxes & Fees: $299 Single Supplement: $2200 Triple Reduction: $0 Quad Reduction: $0 Flight Cost: $0 Total Price: $5548 Total Price: $3348 Total Price: N/A Total Price: N/A |

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Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour - Northbound
Tours Starts: Vancouver, BC
Tours Ends: Fairbanks, Alaska
Day 1
Arrive in Vancouver & Embarkation (Departs at 4:30 PM)
Today your adventure begins upon arrival in Vancouver. If you purchased your airline tickets from YMT, you will be welcomed by a representative. Embark on Holland America’s ms Noordam in the afternoon.
Day 2
Cruise the Inside Passage
Cruise along Vancouver Island and Alaska's spectacular Inside Passage. The Inside Passage is one of the most scenic sea lanes in the world. Look for marine animals while you pass turquoise glaciers, forests in a hundred shades of green, and coastal villages.
Day 3
Ketchikan (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
This distinctive frontier town is famous for its bawdy history and wooden boardwalk, which has remained perched on stilts above Ketchikan Creek for over a century. Take a stroll along Creek Street, the former “Red Light” district.
Day 4
Juneau (10:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
Nestled at the feet of snowcapped Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts, Alaska's state capital is nicknamed "Little San Francisco" because of its narrow streets and multicolored houses built into the hillsides.
Day 5
Skagway (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Skagway, where the Gold Rush began, was the turbulent staging point for prospectors determined to find riches in the Klondike gold fields. Even today, Skagway's well-preserved history and atmosphere can transport you back to the 1898 Gold Rush like no other Alaskan city.
Day 6
Scenic Cruising Glacier Bay National Park
Covering 3.3 million rugged acres, Glacier Bay National Park is one of the most scenic sections of Alaska's massive 25-million-acre protected World Heritage Site. Spend the day cruising through a 60-mile passage rich with glaciers, exotic wildlife, and pristine nature. Your route is the frequent site of glacier calving, where great chunks of ice fall into the bay with a deafening crash. You'll never forget the sight or sound.
Day 7
College Fjord Scenic Cruising
Cruise through the Gulf of Alaska and enjoy a relaxing day at sea. Today the ms Noordam sails through Prince William Sound to College Fjord, which contains five tidewater and large valley glaciers, a spectacular site. Take full advantage of your last night aboard the ship; the daily newsletter outlines a variety of shipboard activities and the experienced crew will be happy to help with suggestions.
Day 8
Disembark in Whittier (Arrives at 7:00 AM) & Anchorage City Tour
Disembark in Whittier and begin your land tour. Stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center in Portage. You can see wolves, bears, moose, lynx, bald eagles, and prickly porcupines, the world’s third largest rodent. Take a deluxe motor coach tour of Alaska’s largest city, home to nearly half of Alaska’s population. See highlights of the city and learn about life in Anchorage from its turbulent past up to the present.
Crowne Plaza Anchorage - Midtown or similar
Day 9
Anchorage to Denali via Talkeetna
After a final morning in Anchorage, stop
for lunch on your own in the community of
Talkeetna. There’s plenty to see and do here.
Along with excellent dining, great shopping,
and a charming museum, the Talkeetna Historic
District is on the register of National Historic
Places. Some of its buildings are from the early
1900s, including Nagley's General Store and the
Talkeetna Roadhouse.
Guests who choose an optional Alaska Railroad
Upgrade will board the train in Talkeetna, then
rejoin the rest of the group in Denali. Enjoy an
evening of free time in Denali.
Denali Park Village or similar
Day 10
Denali Natural History Tour
Get a deeper look at this amazing park on a
Denali Natural History Tour. With a focus on
the rich cultural history of Denali National Park,
this memorable tour provides insight into the
diverse native and early pioneer influences in
and around the park. Your dedicated naturalist will provide a great introduction to Denali's
landscape, geology, and past.
Visit Savage Cabin, the original ranger's cabin
that is still used by the Park Service today.
This afternoon you will have free time to
spend in the park at your leisure. Along with
awe-inspiring mountain views, it’s not rare to
see some combination of Alaska’s Big Five.
Look for grizzly bears, caribou, moose, Dall
Sheep, and wolves, along with other animals
such as wolverines and countless songbirds.
Denali Park Village or similar
Day 11
Denali to Fairbanks
Take a scenic drive down the George Parks
Highway towards Fairbanks.
Enjoy a guided tour of Fairbanks. Learn the
secrets of the “Golden Heart City,” built
as a gold rush boomtown in 1902 after the
precious metal was discovered on the banks
of the Chena River. See the highlights of the
city, and view the Trans-Alaska Pipeline.
Springhill Suites or similar
Day 12
Depart for Home
Note:Arrival flights from Vancouver from some cities are overnight and arrive the following day. Most flights out of Fairbanks require at least two connections.
Please note that this is a proposed itinerary; the actual itinerary may vary due to season, special events, or weather. Hotels may differ depending on date. Because our tour arrangements are often made a year or more in advance, YMT Vacations reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Itinerary changes are made to improve your vacation experience, as well as respond to any unforeseen circumstances that mandate alterations. By their nature, all tour vacations involve a certain level of physical activity. While YMT tours have been designed with our guests in mind and are not physically demanding, this tour does include walking and periods of standing during the sightseeing visits. You will also encounter steps and some uneven ground along the way, particularly at older, historical sights. Please ask your Travel Consultant for more information.

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Grand Alaskan Cruise & Tour - Southbound
Tours Starts: Fairbanks, Alaska
Tours Ends: Vancouver, BC
Day 1
Arrive Fairbanks
Today your adventure begins upon arrival in Fairbanks, the largest city in the interior of Alaska. If you purchased your airline tickets from YMT, you will be welcomed by a representative and transferred to your hotel.
Springhill Suites Fairbanks or similar
Day 2
Fairbanks
Today begins with a guided tour of Fairbanks.
Learn the secrets of the “Golden Heart City,”
built as a gold rush boomtown in 1902 after the
precious metal was discovered on the banks of
the Chena River. See the highlights of the city,
and view the Trans-Alaska Pipeline.
Then, take a scenic drive down the George
Parks Highway to Denali National Park. At 6
million acres, Denali is one of the world's great
frontiers for wilderness adventure.
Denali Park Village or similar
Day 3
Denali Natural History Tour
Get a deeper look at this amazing park on a
Denali Natural History Tour. With a focus on
the rich cultural history of Denali National Park,
this memorable tour provides insight into the
diverse native and early pioneer influences in
and around the park. Your dedicated naturalist
will provide a great introduction to Denali's
landscape, geology, and past.
Visit Savage Cabin, the original ranger's cabin
that is still used by the Park Service today.
This afternoon you will have free time to spend
in the park at your leisure. Along with aweinspiring
mountain views, it’s not rare to see
some combination of Alaska’s Big Five. Look
for grizzly bears, caribou, moose, Dall Sheep,
and wolves, along with other animals such as
wolverines and countless songbirds.
Denali Park Village or similar
Day 4
Denali to Anchorage via Talkeetna
After a final morning in Denali, stop for lunch
on your own in the community of Talkeetna.
There’s plenty to see and do here. Along
with excellent dining, great shopping, and
a charming museum, the Talkeetna Historic
District is on the register of National Historic
Places. Some of its buildings are from the early
1900s, including Nagley's General Store and the
Talkeetna Roadhouse.
Guests who choose an optional Alaska Railroad
Upgrade will board the train in Denali, then
rejoin the rest of the group in Talkeetna. Enjoy
an evening of free time in Anchorage.
Crown Plaza Anchorage Midtown or similar
Day 5
Anchorage to Whittier for Embarkation (Departs at 8:00 AM)
En route from Anchorage, visit the Alaska
Wildlife Conservation Center. This sanctuary in
Portage is home to wolves, bears, moose, lynx, bald eagles and more— including porcupines,
the world’s third largest rodent.
Continue to Whittier, the gateway to Prince
William Sound. Whittier is nestled between
breathtaking mountains, emerald forests, and
the sparkling blue sea. Embark on Holland
America’s ms Noordam in the afternoon. Get
settled into your stateroom and explore the
ship’s many available amenities and activities.
Day 6
Hubbard Glacier
Cruise along the Hubbard Glacier in Wrangell St. Elias National Park and Preserve. America's largest national park, it covers more land than Yellowstone National Park, Yosemite National Park, and Switzerland combined. This rugged, isolated 13-million-acre wilderness is home to dazzling blue glaciers, spruce forests, and 9 of America’s 16 tallest mountains.
Day 7
Scenic Cruising Glacier Bay National Park
Covering 3.3 million rugged acres, Glacier Bay National Park is one of the most scenic sections of Alaska's massive 25-million-acre protected World Heritage Site. Spend the day cruising through a 60-mile passage rich with glaciers, exotic wildlife, and pristine nature. Your route is the frequent site of glacier calving, where great chunks of ice fall into the bay with a deafening crash. You'll never forget the sight or sound.
Day 8
Skagway (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Skagway, where the Gold Rush began, was the turbulent staging point for prospectors determined to find riches in the Klondike gold fields. Even today, Skagway's well-preserved history and atmosphere can transport you back to the 1898 Gold Rush like no other Alaskan city.
Day 9
Juneau (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Nestled at the feet of snowcapped Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts, Alaska's state capital is nicknamed "Little San Francisco" because of its narrow streets and multicolored houses built into the hillsides.
Day 10
Ketchikan (11:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
This distinctive frontier town is famous for its bawdy history and wooden boardwalk, which has remained perched on stilts above Ketchikan Creek for over a century. Take a stroll along Creek Street, the former “Red Light” district.
Day 11
Cruise the Inside Passage
Cruise along Vancouver Island and Alaska's spectacular Inside Passage. The Inside Passage is one of the most scenic sea lanes in the world. Look for marine animals while you pass turquoise glaciers, forests in a hundred shades of green, and coastal villages.
Day 12
Disembark in Vancouver and Depart for Home
Note: Most flights into Fairbanks require at least two connections. Departure flights from Vancouver to some cities are overnight and arrive the following day. Guests booking their own airfare for Northbound cruise need to arrive no later than 12:30 PM into Vancouver; guest on the Southbound cruise need to depart no earlier than 12:30 PM out of Vancouver.
Please note that this is a proposed itinerary; the actual itinerary may vary due to season, special events, or weather. Hotels may differ depending on date. Because our tour arrangements are often made a year or more in advance, YMT Vacations reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Itinerary changes are made to improve your vacation experience, as well as respond to any unforeseen circumstances that mandate alterations. By their nature, all tour vacations involve a certain level of physical activity. While YMT tours have been designed with our guests in mind and are not physically demanding, this tour does include walking and periods of standing during the sightseeing visits. You will also encounter steps and some uneven ground along the way, particularly at older, historical sights. Please ask your Travel Consultant for more information.
YMT Vacations itineraries may contain suggestions for activities for your leisure time; these suggestions do not constitute a recommendation nor an endorsement of any specific service provider and the decision to participate in any such activities should be made independently.

Inside Cabin
Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.
Approximately 151-233 sq. ft.

Ocean View Cabin
These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.
Approximately 174-180 sq. ft.

Balcony Cabin
Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and bath tub with premium massage showerheads. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.
Approximately 212-359 sq. ft. including verandah

Holland America ms Noordam Deck Plans
Click here to view ms Noordam's deck plans on Holland America's website. Content that you may read on Holland's website may not be applicable to your tour, please speak with a YMT Travel Consultant for clarification.
FAQ
Don't see what you are looking for? Check out our general FAQ page here.
A worry-free experience for our guests is very important to us. With guest's help and the implementation of a few changes and new protocols such as increased sanitization, responsible social distancing, and enhanced tour director training, you can continue to enjoy peace-of-mind while traveling. For more information on our new safety protocols, please see our Travel Safe Program.
U.S. guests will need a passport, but not a visa for this tour. Guests are required to have a valid government issued passport with an expiration of a minimum of six (6) months beyond the end date of for this tour. Please note that the passport application or renewal process is taking longer than before due to reduced operations during the pandemic. It may take up to 16 weeks to complete. It is extremely important that guests planning to travel check the validity of their passports not only for expiration date, but also to ensure that they have at least 6 months of validity after the final date of travel.
Yes. Holland America Cruise Line has an obligation to collect certain cruise guest information before embarkation. This is a Department of Homeland Security requirement and should only take a few minutes.
To check in online please:
1. Access the Holland America website at www.hollandamerica.com
2. Click "Register"
3. Select "Yes" to Do you have a cruise booked with Holland America?
4. Enter Holland America Booking Number
5. Enter Sailing Date
6. Enter First Name & Last Name
7. Continue
8. Follow the instructions to continue with registration.
If you require further assistance, please call the Holland America support desk at 1-800-426-0327.
Northbound Tours - Arrival in Seattle
If you are not planning to take the available optional tour, please arrive at any time during the day of arrival day, however, hotel check in does not begin until 3pm.
If you are planning to take the optional we have available in the evening, please arrive at the hotel no later than 4:00pm.
Southbound Tours - Arrival in Anchorage
Guests can arrive at any time during this day, however, hotel check in does not begin until 3pm.
Seattle
Flights into Seattle should arrive before 3PM. Departures from Seattle are booked between 8AM-1PM.
Anchorage
Flights into Anchorage should arrive between 3PM-10PM. Departures from Anchorage are generally red-eye flights and can be booked after 6PM.
Several weeks prior to your departure date, you will receive notification via email that Optional Tours are available for booking at an additional cost. These Optional Tours are also available for purchase online by logging into your YMT account. Optional Tour information will also be emailed to you along with your travel documents.
Additional Shore Excursions are available directly with the cruise line. We highly recommend that you book Shore Excursions well in advance by accessing the cruise line's website and registering online. Information on how to register with the cruise line will be mailed to you along with your travel documents.
For more information about the different types of optional tours, read this article.
The weather in Seattle and Vancouver will be warmer with average temperatures between 74°F and 53°F during the months of May through September. The weather in Alaska will be fairly cooler with average temperatures between 62°F and 48°F during the months of May through September.
You can find more on the weather in Alaska here.
On Cruise
For most ocean cruises, consider three different types of clothing: casual attire for days aboard, layered outfits for time in port, and smart or formal eveningwear. Contact your respective cruise line for their dress code and guidelines for evening attire. Typically, a larger amount of nights is reserved for more casual clothing while some evenings are set aside for formalwear. Some recommendations for daywear include slacks or pants, blouses or shirts, knit tops or polo shirts. Bring a pair of sneakers or rubber-soled shoes for deck sports and a swimsuit cover-up for cool areas on the ship. As port wear for women consider a casual dress, skirt and blouse, or pants outfit; for men, casual pants or walking shorts, and polo-type shirts. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Also, remember to bring extra bathing suits, as well as sun block, sun visors and other types of sun protection. Formal attire can include cocktail dress, gown, or dressy pantsuit for women and a tuxedo, suit, or dinner jacket with slacks for men. Note that T-shirts, swimsuits, robes, bare feet, tank tops, baseball caps and pool wear are often not allowed in certain areas of the ship, for example restaurants.
On Tour
For more information, check out our How To Pack for Your Alaskan Vacation article.
You will need U.S. dollar in the U.S. and Canadian Dollar in Canada.
No, guests will not need to bring adapters or converters as the U.S. and Canada both use standard 110V plugs.