The cruise line with the longest history of exploring Alaska, Holland America has announced a $70 million multi-year capital investment for its Denali property experience and its Cruisetours.

The project will expand guest capacity while elevating the line’s Denali property experience and enhancing its popular land and sea Cruisetours.

The investment will build on Holland America’s position with more opportunities for glacier viewing and more ways to see Alaska’s wildlife than any other cruise line.

“It’s truly special that we can bring guests to a lodge at the doorstep of Denali National Park,”  Beth Bodensteiner, president of Holland America Line, said in a press release.

“This investment is a win for Alaska, our guests, and Holland America Line,” Bodensteiner said. “Enhancing and expanding the Holland America Denali Lodge will help meet the growing interest in combined land and sea Cruisetours for our 49th state and further support the Alaska tourism industry.”

                                               Key Highlights of the Expansion

2025: The project will begin with enhancements to the riverside interpretative trail with scenic viewpoints, improved on-site wayfinding, refined menu offerings for restaurants, and public space improvements for the Cottonwood and Canyon Lodge guest room buildings.

2026: The project will continue with 48 remodeled rooms in the Holland America Denali Lodge, a new coffee shop, and a remodeled Karstens Public House with expanded indoor and outdoor seating to provide a more immersive experience.


2027: The project will continue with a new guest-room building with 120 suite and standard rooms as well as a main lodge renovation that will include a new restaurant concept, a new lobby bar, and an enhanced coffee experience.

                                   Cruisetours now available for booking

Cruisetours for 2025 and 2026 are available for booking, allowing guests to combine an Alaska cruise with an unforgettable journey into Denali National Park and Canada’s Yukon Territory.

A series of 17 plus itineraries will combine a cruise with an overland journey, offering more access to Alaska’s glaciers, wildlife, and wilderness tours.

Holland America Line owns motorcoaches, railcars, and hotels, providing preferential schedules for Cruisetour guests.

Each itinerary includes a scenic ride on the luxury glass-domed McKinley Explorer train, and select itineraries visit Dawson and rides through the historic White Pass and Yukon Route Railroad from Skagway.

Other select itineraries offer direct-to-Denali service, taking guests from the ship to their Denali hotel room on the same day.

                              More opportunities to see Alaska wildlife

In addition to glaciers, Holland America Line offers more ways to see the wildlife of Alaska.

Holland America Line carries a wildlife expert on board to help guests witness the majestic animals found in Alaska, including whales, eagles, bears, moose, otters, seals, sea lions, and more.

A wildlife spotting guide points out the native animals found along the cruise route and a map with the best places to see each species is included. Between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., wildlife sightings are announced for guest viewing.

The wildlife experience continues ashore. With nearly 180 animal sanctuaries and sightseeing opportunities, Holland America Line is #1 in Alaska wildlife and wilderness tours.

Photos courtesy of Holland America Line

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