Holland America Line cruises

Glaciers, grand voyages and no-fly cruising, beautifully done

Mid-sized ships, live music every night and itineraries built around the destination, from Alaska’s Glacier Bay to the Norwegian fjords, sailing from Dover. We’ve cruised Holland America to Alaska ourselves, and we’ll match you to the right ship, cabin and fare.
Koningsdam to Alaska
Sailings from Dover
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Why Holland America

Classic cruising with a modern twist

Holland America suits travellers who want a relaxed, grown-up atmosphere, great food and plenty of time to enjoy the destinations. Here’s what you can expect on board.
Wide teak deck on Holland America in Glacier Bay

Room to breathe

Mid-sized ships mean no queues for the lift, quiet corners with a view and a calm, unhurried pace. Perfect if big-ship crowds aren’t your thing.
Guests on deck watching the glaciers

Music every night

From classical recitals to rock and blues bands, live music is the heart of the evening, and you’ll often find a dance floor full by ten.
Holland America ship docked in Alaska

Proper dining

A traditional main dining room, a relaxed buffet, plus specialty restaurants such as the Pinnacle Grill for a special night.
Glacier Bay scenic cruising

Destination first

Longer days in port, scenic cruising days and talks on board about where you’re going. Holland America is all about the places.

The Have It All package

Four extras, one simple fare

Holland America’s Have It All fare bundles the extras most people buy anyway. Here’s what it adds to your cruise.

Drinks

Signature Drink Package

Wine, beer, cocktails, spirits, soft drinks and specialty coffees, with the bar service charge included.

Dining

Specialty dining

One to three nights in the specialty restaurants, depending on the length of your cruise.

Wi-Fi

Surf package

Stay in touch with messaging, email and social media while you’re away.

Excursions

Shore excursion credit

Credit towards your shore excursions, which goes up on longer cruises.

Is it worth it? If you enjoy a glass of wine with dinner and a cocktail at sunset, it usually pays for itself on the drinks alone. If you barely drink, the standard fare can work out cheaper. We’ll price both side by side, so you can see the difference before you book.

Kieran and Phil in Glacier Bay on Holland America

Why book with us

Advice from people who’ve sailed it

Our very first Alaska cruise was on Holland America’s Koningsdam, and it’s still one of our favourite trips. We know how the ships feel, which cabins work and how to get the most from Glacier Bay.

You pay the same as booking direct, with one person looking after you from first question to home. We can add flights, hotels and Alaska land tours too, with ATOL protection when flights are included.

Your questions answered

Holland America FAQs

Not on the standard fare. Your cruise includes your cabin, the main dining room, the buffet, entertainment and live music, and basics such as tea, coffee and water. Choose the Have It All fare to add a drinks package, specialty dining, Wi-Fi and shore excursion credit.

Yes. Holland America sails round trips from Dover between spring and autumn, to the Norwegian fjords, Iceland, the Baltics, the British Isles and the Canary Islands. It’s a brilliant no-fly option. Search the sailings or ask us for the latest dates.

For most people who enjoy a drink, yes: the drinks package alone is usually worth close to the extra cost, and you get dining, Wi-Fi and excursion credit on top. If you rarely drink, the standard fare may be better value. We’ll price both for you.

Not usually. A daily service charge is normally added to your onboard account, unless your fare or a current offer includes it. We’ll show you exactly what’s included in your quote, so there are no surprises.

It’s one of the best. Holland America has sailed to Alaska for decades, visits Glacier Bay on many itineraries and offers cruisetours that add Denali and the Yukon to your cruise. We sailed Koningsdam to Alaska ourselves. Read our first-time guide to cruising Alaska.

Couples, friends and families who prefer a calmer, more grown-up feel, with great food, live music and plenty of time in port. If you want water slides and wild nightlife, we’d point you to another line, and we’ll happily help you choose.

The Pinnacle-class ships (Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam) have the most choice. The smaller ships feel more intimate and often reach smaller ports. The best ship is the one sailing the itinerary you love, so tell us where you’d like to go and we’ll match you up.

You pay the same as booking direct, but you also get honest advice on ships, cabins and fares, help if plans change, and the option to add flights, hotels and land tours as an ATOL-protected package.

Ready to cruise with Holland America?

Tell us when and where you’d like to go, and we’ll come back with the best options, honest advice and the right fare for you.