Name: 14 Day Great Alaska Explorer
Brand: Holland America Line
SKU: 36622
Price: 2154 USD
Availability: InStock

Explore and book Holland America Line 14 Day Great Alaska Explorer on the Noordam departing from Vancouver, British Columbia on Sep 15, 2024 and ending in Kodiak, Alaska on Sep 29, 2024 Sail to Ketchikan, Alaska, Sitka, Alaska, Vancouver, British Columbia, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Skagway, Alaska, Glacier Bay, Alaska, Valdez, Alaska, Anchorage, Alaska, Kodiak, Alaska

Vancouver, British Columbia

Vancouver, B.c., Ca Boarding Time To Be Assigned

A bustling west coast seaport in Canada, Vancouver offers a blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. Its scenic views, vibrant arts scene, and diverse culture make it a prominent starting or ending point for Pacific cruises.

Anchorage, Alaska

Bad Schandau, Germany, is a charming spa town nestled in the heart of Saxon Switzerland. Known for its stunning natural landscapes, this destination offers visitors breathtaking views of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. Explore the lush forests, intricate rock formations, and the scenic beauty of the Elbe River. A ride on the historic Kirnitzschtal Tramway or a visit to the Toskana Therme, a thermal bath complex, adds to the unique allure of Bad Schandau.

Kodiak, Alaska

Geographic Marine Expeditions
Kodiak Photo Workshop
Alaska Hot Springs Directory
Causeway Crosses Lake Rose Tead

Valdez, Alaska

Nestled in Alaska, Valdez is renowned for its impressive glaciers, waterfalls, and rich fishing heritage. Often dubbed the "Little Switzerland of Alaska," its dramatic landscapes are a haven for nature lovers.

Glacier Bay Cruising Only Route Subject To Weather/ice

Glacier Bay, Alaska

Icy Strait Premier Whale Watching Adventure
Icy Strait Tlingit Canoe and Culture Tour
Sitka Marine Wildlife Boat & Cultural Land Tour Combo
Sitka Marine Wildlife Exploration by Boat
Sitka Marine Wildlife Exploration Private Charter

Skagway, Alaska

Explore Downtown Skagway
Get Out on the Takshanuk Mountain Trail
Ride the White Pass Rail
Visit the Skagway Cemetery
Check Out the Sawyer Glacier
Hike the Chilkoot Trail
Climb Klondike Rock
Get Wild on a Helicopter and Dogsledding Tour
Go Ziplining in Grizzly Falls

Sitka, Alaska

Perched on Baranof Island, Sitka is a blend of Tlingit culture and Russian heritage. With its raptor centers, totem poles, and surrounding temperate rainforest, it’s an Alaskan destination filled with both history and nature.

Ketchikan, Alaska

Canopy Adventure & Wildlife Expedition
Bering Sea Crab Fisherman’s Tour
Adventure Kart Expedition
Tracy Arm Fjord & Glacier Explorer
Exclusive Flightseeing & Crab Feed
Neet’s Bay Bear Watch Expedition
Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show

Prince Rupert, British Columbia

Museum of Northern British Columbia
North Pacific Cannery
Kwinitsa Station
Archeological Harbour Tour
Heritage Walking Tour
Khutzeymateen Valley
Ocean Fishing/Tours
Flightseeing
Kayaking
Pike Island
Nature Walks
The Skeena
Totem Park
Sunken Gardens
Roosevelt Park
Oliver Lake
Butze Rapids
Cow Bay
SeaFest

Scenic Cruising The Inside Passage (cruising Only)

14 Day Great Alaska Explorer

Alaska

North America

Explorations Central™ (EXC®), Holland America Line’s exclusive destination programming, is designed to deepen your understanding of the places you visit. Its indispensable travel resources and opportunities to engage with experts and local insiders, make exploring each port of call more vivid and meaningful. Enjoy the programs listed below and visit our Explorations Central discovery center on board. *

Explorations Central

Your Holland America Line ship’s Casino offers a wide array of gaming options. Whether you prefer slot machines or want to try your hand at blackjack or poker, our dealers and staff are available to provide complimentary instruction — and we offer many engaging tournament options. The Casino is only open at sea.

Casino Action

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.

Onboard Shopping

Enjoy a game of pickleball on top-deck courts with stunning ocean views. Play casually anytime or join a tournament, with beginner lessons available for newcomers. Complimentary equipment provided, weather permitting.



Pickleball At Sea

Holland America Line offers you a wide selection of lounges on board. In the Piano Bar, gather around and sing along as our pianist plays your favorites.

Piano Bar

Enjoy live music in this popular bar perfect for pre-dinner cocktails.

Ocean Bar

Holland America Line offers you a wide selection of lounges onboard. The panoramic view takes center stage in The Crow's Nest at the top of the ship, where you can relax just about any time of day and enjoy your favorite drink.

Crow's Nest

Direct from Beale Street, B.B. King's All Stars bring the best of Memphis music to sea. From funky and fast to soulful and smooth, enjoy dancing and try specialty cocktails like the Lucille and Rock Me Baby.

B.B. Kings Blues Club

This sophisticated venue is adorned with an eclectic and whimsical mix of artwork including portraits, landscapes, still life and abstract pieces. Order your favorite cocktail or try one from our signature cocktail menu created in partnership with our Master Mixologist Dale DeGroff, a James Beard “Who’s Who” inductee.

Gallery Bar

The Explorer’s Lounge is an elegant and refined space to enjoy a glass of wine, a cocktail, or your favorite liqueur.

Explorer's Lounge

Feel the rhythm at the Rolling Stone Lounge, where a live band delivers rock, pop, and country hits every night. Grab a drink and hit the dance floor for an unforgettable evening of music and energy.



Rolling Stone Lounge

Unwind at Pinnacle Bar, where expertly crafted cocktails and fine wines set the tone for a sophisticated evening. Perfect for a pre-dinner drink before heading to Pinnacle Grill.



Pinnacle Bar

Sip on a cool cocktail while basking in the sun and savoring stunning ocean views from the deck lounge chairs. A laid-back vibe with unbeatable scenery.



Sea View Bar

Explore a world of intriguing culinary possibilities in the Lido Market. Steps from the Lido pool, this modern marketplace includes a curated selection of delicious options that you can grab on the go or have made to order: Breadboard, with freshly baked breads and pastries; Wild Harvest, offering a bountiful selection of hearty salads; Homestead, serving up comfort classics; Distant Lands, featuring global cuisine; Sweet Spot, for ice cream creations and desserts; Roasting Pan, hand-carved meats, fish and other hearty entrees; Perk, freshly brewed beverages and chilled juices; Quench, premium coffee, beer, wine, and soda available for purchase; Rise, savory quiches, croissants and sandwiches, and more.

Lido Market

Pinnacle Grill is the ultimate steakhouse at sea, where an exceptional menu and impeccable service make for one of finest meals you’ll ever have. The refined menu features a selection of 28-day wet-aged USDA Prime steaks — meticulously chosen to guarantee the finest quality — as well as classic steakhouse dishes and innovative recipes from James Beard Award-winning chef and Culinary Council® member, David Burke. Every dish is exquisitely prepared, beautifully plated and complemented by a vast collection of award-winning wines. Here, your meal is an event unto itself, a celebration of fine dining and a triumph of flavor.

Pinaccle Grill

In Italy, there’s nothing more important than coming together to celebrate the joy of great food. This is the inspiration for our onboard Italian restaurant, Canaletto. Enjoy amazing Italian classics like braised chicken cacciatore al forno, branzino ai ferri or garlic shrimp ravioli. And for dessert: tiramisù, cannoli alla Siciliana, gelato, and more. Including pasta made fresh daily. Buon Appetito!

Canaletto

Dive-In offers a variety of casual culinary classics, using the highest quality ingredients. Enjoy a burger, grilled to perfection and served on a toasted brioche with our own trade-marked secret sauce. Savor a succulent Nathan’s Famous gourmet hot dog with golden French fries. Or choose a grilled chicken breast sandwich or juicy portabella mushroom stack. Dive-In is the perfect spot to dine poolside on the best burgers at sea.

Dive-In

For an elegant breakfast, leisurely lunch or unforgettable multi-course dinner, The Dining Room is your destination. Behind the scenes, our Culinary Council,® an elite team of seven world-renowned chefs,  and our talented onboard executive chefs have worked to bring each dish to perfection. For dinner, choose from classics such as Boneless Lamb Loin en Croute, Rosemary Roasted Chicken, as well as regionally inspired cuisine and artfully prepared vegetarian dishes. Enrich your journey with an extensive selection of wines, carefully selected by our Wine Curator, world-renowned wine critic James Suckling.

The Dining Room

At Explorations Café, relax in a comfortable, coffee house environment where you can browse through one of the most extensive libraries at sea, view a wide array of audio and video programming, or simply read the morning paper. Guests can also enjoy fresh pastries and their favorite espresso drink.

Explorations Cafe

We have partnered with BBC Earth to bring you unforgettable new ways to experience the world's natural wonders. Through the innovative and breathtaking programming, guests will be taken closer to the ocean and the natural world through groundbreaking concerts and films.

BBC Earth in Concert

In an exclusive partnership with the world’s leading center for the performing arts, we proudly present Lincoln Center Stage, showcasing outstanding musicians performing multiple programs of chamber music most evenings, as well as afternoon recitals during leisurely days at sea.

Lincoln Center Stage

2 pianos - 60 Years of Chart Toppers - 100s Of Songs.  Sing along, test your music trivia skills or just sit back and enjoy as the hits fill the room each night.

Billboard on Board

Experience world-class entertainment at World Stage, featuring captivating lectures by local experts and thrilling performances from top acts like Step One Dance Company and Cantaré. On select ships, a two-story LED screen enhances the immersive experience.

World Stage

Highlights for kids ages 3 to 6 include “Painting Picassos,” and “Sing-Along Storytime,” as well as theme parties, such as “Dino-Mite Night” and “Ships Ahoy Pirate Treasure Hunt Adventure.”

Kids Programs (Ages 3-6)

Holland America Line's youth activities program, Club HAL, offers an array of entertaining events for kids and teens ages 3-17, supervised by a full-time, professionally trained staff. They'll have an opportunity to join other kids their age for arts and crafts, sports, video game competitions, scavenger hunts, challenging team games and themed parties.

Club Hal

From ice-cream eating contests to gaming tournaments and theme parties, tweens will have plenty to enjoy.

Tweens Programs (Ages 7-12)

Teen cruisers enjoy mocktail parties, karaoke and trivia contests, jewelry making, video games, staff vs. teens volleyball tournaments, themed events and more.

Teens Programs (Ages 13-17)

Club HAL activities are available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on port days. Lunch is available for participants between the hours of 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Children must be registered and signed into and out of programming by a parent or guardian.

Port Day Activities

Stop by the professionally staffed Fitness Center equipped with the latest cardio and weight machines. Try one of our classes on indoor cycling, Pilates and more or work out at your own pace. You can also head out for fresh air and exercise on deck, where you'll find basketball and volleyball courts, and two refreshing pools (available on select ships). Some classes may have a nominal fee.

Fitness

During a leisurely day at sea, few places help you refresh, relax and rejuvenate like the Greenhouse Spa & Salon®. This heavenly retreat nurtures every aspect of your well-being with renowned spa rituals and healing touches. In the spa, pamper your skin with facial treatments featuring premium, naturally sourced ingredients. Nurture your body, too, with massage treatments employing time-honored, hands-on massage techniques gleaned from around the world.

Greenhouse Spa & Salon

Named for the Northern compass point, Noordam features museum-quality art — from 19th-century oils to contemporary photographs of music greats Dizzy Gillespie and B.B. King. Guests onboard can enjoy regional cooking demonstrations and food and wine tastings with EXC Port to Table programming. Explore the world’s wonders through BBC Earth Experiences. Take yoga or Pilates in our Fitness Center. Savor the sounds of Music Walk™ and the delights of our specialty restaurants.

Holland America Line

Noordam

Take off from Lake Hood, the world’s largest seaplane base for a spectacular seaplane adventure! Experience a true Alaskan mode of transportation while enjoying an aerial view of Anchorage and its surrounding wilderness. You’ll soar over the magnificent Chugach Mountain range surrounding Anchorage and through remote, secluded valleys over Turnagain Arm, named by Captain James Cook. Return to Anchorage and enjoy a bird’s eye view of the skyline and mountains before a thrilling water landing.

The Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum offers an in-depth exploration of Alaska's unique aviation history. Your tour will be led by an experienced museum staffer. Learn about the pioneers of Alaska aviation, see their restored aircraft, discover the bush pilot roots of modern day Alaska Airlines and then take turns to fly yourself in the museum's flight simulator. The aircraft collection includes a 1928 Stearman, a 1931 American Pilgrim, 1943 PBY-5A Catalina, a 1944 Grumman Goose, a 1953 Douglas DC-6, an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737, a McDonnell Douglas/Boeing F-15 and many others.

The 26-acre Alaska Native Heritage Center shares the rich heritage of Alaska's eleven major cultural groups. Experience Alaska Native culture firsthand through engaging storytelling, authentic Native song and dance, artist demonstrations and Native games.

View the historic points of interest in downtown Anchorage from your motor coach; then continue to the Alaska Zoo for a behind-the-scenes tour lead by trained zoo staff. See how wolves, polar bears and many other species thrive in Arctic and sub-Arctic environments. This intimate experience with the animals is not to be missed.

Upgrade your journey between Anchorage and Whittier by adding a cruisetrain to your Alaska adventure. Upon your arrival in Anchorage, you will embark the train at the Alaska Railway Depot for a relaxing train ride to Whittier. These unique, single level domed rail cars with great panoramic windows are just the perfect way to see this magnificent part of Alaska. Skirt the edge of the Turnagain Arm as you head for Whittier. Canyons, cascading waterfalls, glaciers and spectacular scenery await at every turn. Enjoy a meal at your table or in the Club Car—lunch, snacks and beverages are available for purchase. Upon arrival in Whittier, you will disembark at the cruise ship terminal.

Transfer to Kincaid Park in the forested hills along Cook Inlet. Kincaid Park is one of the largest parks within Anchorage. Allowing you to experience the wild side of Alaska's largest city, it is home to snowshoe hare, bald eagles, black bear and moose.

The caravan of karts sets off to explore the remote backcountry along several miles of improved forest trail, with your guide in the lead ATV. Feel the rush of adrenaline at the start of your journey in a custom-designed Tomcar that tests your ability to traverse through the wilderness. A comfortable pace is maintained as you thread your way around steep curves. The road climbs to reveal unparalleled views of the Tongass National Forest, Behm Canal and Alaska's fabled Inside Passage.

Take off from Ketchikan on a 20-minute flight by floatplane, headed to a remote site in the Tongass National Forest noted for its salmon-rich streams and abundant wildlife. The aircraft is equipped with a digital stereo sound system and headsets for each individual guest to enjoy the narration. Each participant is guaranteed a window seat and the pilot will identify points of interest en route.

Perfect for serious fisher-people and for families seeking a personalized tour, this tour is customized for your interest and fishing skill level with just six guests per boat. The light tackle used ensures that even average-sized fish are exciting and rewarding to bring aboard.

Fill your senses with adventure and excitement as you take control of a 4-wheel-drive Jeep Wrangler® and wind your way through the rugged back roads of Revillagigedo Island. You'll be paired up with traveling companions in groups of four, and begin the adventure into the mountainous roads of the Tongass National Forest.

Meet your tandem kayak and listen to a safety briefing from your guide. Gain confidence as you paddle out to Eagle Islands. The protected waters provide the opportunity to experience the tranquil, lush, green setting of the Tongass National Forest.

Depart the pier for the drive to park headquarters. Upon arrival, your guide will lead you on a hike along well-maintained natural and gravel trails offering breathtaking views. A variety of seabirds inhabit the park's coastline, and whale sightings are frequently reported in this area throughout the season.

A high-speed boat takes you past Kodiak's harbors and fishing fleet. You will pass through the breathtaking scenery of the nearby islands in search of sea otters, sea lions, harbor seals, and a multitude of sea birds including puffins, gulls, oyster catchers, guillemots and cormorants. You may even be lucky enough to spot a whale.

Visit the Russian Orthodox Church where the priest or a member of the clergy will talk about the Russian church and the historic role it has played in Alaska.

Travel on a US Coast Guard-inspected boat, complete with a comfortable heated cabin, as you head out onto the water in search of Kodiak's abundant marine wildlife. At 40 feet long, this is one of the larger, more comfortable boats in the fleet with full walk-around decks.

Enjoy views of wildlife and scenery from the waters surrounding Kodiak cruising aboard the Shearwater catamaran -- a stable vessel with a comfortable cabin and full walk-around decks. Wildlife often sighted from the Shearwater includes humpback and fin whales, Steller sea lions, sea otters, eagles, horned and tufted puffins and a vast array of other sea birds. Kodiak is home to one of the largest fishing fleets in the United States and boasts spectacular scenery that is best viewed up-close and from a waterside perspective.

Get acquainted with your Polaris Ranger vehicle and, after a quick safety orientation and operating instructions, it's your turn to drive. Follow your guide on a trail through forest surrounded by beautiful scenery. Drive over bridges with gurgling streams with salmon running up them in season, and pass along a wildflower meadow on your way to a scenic estuary. Here, you will stop and search for wildlife such as Alaska coastal brown bear and Sitka black-tail deer.

Walk through history and nature as you discover the heart and soul of Alaska's coastal communities in this 'rain forest city'. From soaring eagles to the tiniest vole, from the first peoples of Sitka to today's modern residents, from forest to shoreline, all elements combine here to form a unique frontier town. Discover how the first people thrived here, while successive waves of Russians and Americans were drawn to this rich confluence of land and sea to harvest its bounty and make their own mark. You can still see the spires of Russian Orthodoxy in the heart of small-town Sitka, while towering totems perch on the edge of the Pacific Ocean.

Departing the pier you will drive to the Alaska Raptor Center where you will spend time learning about the many birds of prey in the Flight Center and outside bird habitats. The Raptor Center specializes in the care of the American bald eagle. A presentation with a live bird on a handler's glove will give you a chance to ask questions.

Gear up with a waterproof outfit. After a safety briefing, your captain skillfully navigates the offshore islands. You'll see reefs and rock pinnacles that poke out of the water as perches for bald eagles and beautiful seabirds. What lies beneath? Look down at the rapidly-growing kelp forests that disappear into the depths of the sound. In shallow water, you may even notice sea stars and anemones.

Start by entering an incredible series of ropes course crossings, including Burma loops, a suspension bridge, and a raised balance beam. Next up is a fantastic series of six zip-lines through the lush Alaska forest canopy. As you zip from platform to platform, fellow participants cheer you on. Your heart will be pumping as you prepare for the Walk the Plank segment, soaring high above the ground through the treetops. You'll have approximately 2½ hours to enjoy this adventure featuring amazing mountain views.

Your adventure begins aboard a Scenic Railroad of the World, whose route is carved out of the rugged Coastal Mountains. This ride is truly unforgettable, complete with stunning views of waterfalls, trestles, mountains, glaciers and the original Trail of '98. Experience the beauty of the wilds of northern British Columbia at the White Pass Summit before disembarking at Lake Bernard.

Venture beyond downtown Skagway to experience a riot of flowers, hand-blown glass art and tantalizing organic cuisine A ride through Skagway is your chance to hear about the town's colorful history as the 1890s gateway to the Klondike gold rush. At historic Henry Clark Farm, you will discover Jewell Gardens, home of Alaska's only community supported agriculture program and the first certified organic show garden in the United States. Giant vegetables and flowers taller than you will delight and inspire your own green thumb endeavors. The garden dazzles with hundreds of tulips and lilacs during the early season, with giant delphiniums in midsummer and an abundance of flowers and enormous produce during the fall harvest. Railroad buffs, both young and old, will love the garden railway -- a G-Scale model of the White Pass & Yukon Route that winds its way through 'Skagwee' and through miniature mountains, forests, tunnels, a waterfall and even a gold mine. The model town looks a lot like Skagway 100 years ago.

This trip combines a train ride aboard the historic White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad with a wilderness snowshoe trek in the stunning alpine terrain that characterizes the upper reaches of the Tormented Valley in northern British Columbia.

Ascend into the beautiful mountains on the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad. From an old-fashioned narrow-gauge railcar, you will see incredible scenery as your tour guide shares the history of the Klondike Gold Rush.

Escape the bustling streets of Skagway and set a course for the breathtaking waterfalls and exclusive off-grid dining experience of Burro Creek Lodge -- a 120-acre rustic resort just two miles across the water. Sate all your senses with ethereal scenic beauty and fine foodie tastes of Alaska.

Hike the historic Chilkoot Trail, the centerpiece of Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. This world-famous trail was the main route to the riches of the Klondike during the gold rush era.

Set out on this small-group cruise (maximum 16 guests) from the Valdez Small Boat Harbor on board the Kimberlin's Cat -- a fast, 45-foot landing-craft-style catamaran. This vessel is USCG inspected, and features a roomy, heated cabin with bench seats, tables, a restroom and a large viewing deck.

You have a chance today to view history in the making as Columbia Glacier retreats back into the Chugach Mountains. In addition to the brilliant, colorful ice in Columbia Bay you will see wildlife along the way. Bald eagles, nesting birds, resident harbor seals, sea lions, sea otters, pink, chum and silver salmon, puffins, kittiwakes, whales and many other species call Prince William Sound home. You'll also learn all about the mining, oil shipping, earthquake and fishing history of the area.

You will travel through Keystone Canyon -- a narrow break in the Chugach Mountains that is home to spectacular waterfalls, exceptional geology and fascinating history. Capture the stunning sights of Bridal Veil Falls and Horsetail Falls cascading from the canyon walls high above. As you make the ascent to Thompson Pass, glimpse the site where the famous Trans-Alaska pipeline runs below ground.

This flexible city tour offers the highlights of downtown Vancouver by convertible, clear-top bus, with stunning views rain or shine. Choose to hop off at any of the 20-plus stops; then, hop on again to continue your adventure. Included are major attractions and scenic points of interest.

The city of Vancouver, in the Canadian province of British Columbia, is a shining light in the American Northwest, and is consistently ranked one of the most livable cities in the world. Come see why this location was chosen as the home for the 2010 Winter Olympics.

Non-alcoholic beverage package	$8 - $17.95
Alcoholic beverage package	$54.95 - $59.95
Gratuities	$15.50 - $17
Wi-fi internet access	$10 - $20
Specialty dining	Varies
Spa packages & shore excursions	Varies

Cruisebound

14 Day Great Alaska Explorer

14 Day Great Alaska Explorer

Cruise highlights

Itinerary

Shore excursions

Amenities

About the ship

Noordam

Included in your fare

Add-ons

Flights & hotels

14 Day Great Alaska Explorer

14 Day Great Alaska Explorer

Cruise highlights

Itinerary

Shore excursions

Amenities

About the ship

Noordam

Included in your fare

Add-ons

Flights & hotels

Flights

Hotels

Departure info