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Holland America Line · Zaandam

18-Day Great Bear Rainforest and Alaska Explorer

Sep 15, 2027 – Oct 3, 202718 nightsRound trip from Vancouver

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Zaandam

Guests
1,432
Year built
2000
Deck plans

Zaandam

Guests
1,432
Year built
2000
Deck plans

Vancouver, B.C.

Canada

Day
1
Date
Sep 15, 2027
Depart
4:00 PM

Sitka, Alaska

United States

Day
4
Date
Sep 18, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

Story and soul await in the history and lush scenery of this remote city on Baranof Island. As the oldest city in Alaska, only accessible by air and sea, Sitka is the perfect place to relish in unbridled beauty of the Last Frontier.

Valdez, Alaska

United States

Day
6
Date
Sep 20, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

A paradise for fishing enthusiasts, Valdez offers every kind of salmon, huge halibut and ample opportunity to reel them in. Rivers and streams spill into the Sound here and are ideal for kayaking.

Kodiak, Alaska

United States

Day
7
Date
Sep 21, 2027
Arrive
11:00 AM
Depart
6:00 PM

Kodiak ignites the senses. The crisp, salty air invigorates and emboldens you as you explore this remote island. Your eyes will widen as you encounter impressive and elusive wildlife. The warm aroma of coffee teases out of charming cafes inviting you to savor the moment.

Homer, Alaska

United States

Day
8
Date
Sep 22, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
6:00 PM

Take an Alaska cruise and explore Homer - a small city in the Kenai Peninsula. This plucky little town sells End of the Road certificates to visitors who've motored here to the furthest reach of the Kenai Peninsula.

Anchorage, Alaska

United States

Day
9
Date
Sep 23, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM

Embark on a cruise to Anchorage, Alaska, a haven for nature lovers. With its national parks, scenic trails, and abundant wildlife-from city moose to majestic whales-Anchorage is a must-visit. Experience the Northern Lights, savor local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture.

Juneau, Alaska

United States

Day
14
Date
Sep 28, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

Juneau, Alaska's capital, is accessible only by air and sea, due to the rugged mountain terrain that surrounds the city. It has been a world-class travel destination since the early 1900's. The city has plenty to offer the outdoor adventurer.

Wrangell, Alaska

United States

Day
15
Date
Sep 29, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

One of the thousands of islands of the Alexander Archipelago, Wrangell Island sits at the heart of the Tongass National Rain Forest and receives approximately 80" (203 cm) of rain per year.

Ketchikan, Alaska

United States

Day
16
Date
Sep 30, 2027
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

Ketchikan is a picturesque coastal town with a colorful frontier history, standing at the southern entrance to Alaska's famed Inside Passage. It began as a salmon cannery in 1885, built by company employee Mike Martin at the mouth of Ketchikan Creek.

Prince Rupert, British Columbia

Canada

Day
17
Date
Oct 1, 2027
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
6:00 PM

Prince Rupert, set amongst the coastal mountains, is the jumping-off point for travelers joining the coastal ferries to Haida Gwaii, Vancouver or north to Alaska.

Pinnacle Suite

1,290 sq ft

Our premier 1,290 sq. ft. Pinnacle Suite features floor-to-ceiling glass doors, a large, private verandah, living, dining, and dressing rooms, and lush sleeping accommodations with luxurious Duxiana® king beds. These elegant suites sleep up to four guests and include an oversized Whirlpool bath and an independent, full-size shower stall, vanity, and guest toilets.

Neptune Suite

465–502 sq ft

From $12,734 per person

Featuring floor-to-ceiling glass doors, a spacious private verandah, expansive sitting areas, and comfortable sleeping accommodations with Mariner’s Dream™ beds, our 465–502 sq. ft. suite sleeps up to four guests and boasts a Whirlpool bath and an independent, full-size shower stall, vanity, premium bathrobes, pillow menus, fresh flowers, and binoculars.

Vista Suite

260–356 sq ft

Graced with a private verandah, floor-to-ceiling glass doors, and comfortable sitting areas, our 260–356 sq. ft. Vista Suites are filled with natural light. They include two beds that convert to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush euro-top mattress.

Ocean View

From $4,519 per person

With a view of the ocean through a window or porthole, these expansive staterooms include a sitting area, two beds that convert to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush euro-top mattress — premium massage showerheads, and a host of amenities.

Inside

143–225 sq ft

From $4,269 per person

These comfortable 143–225 sq. ft. staterooms feature premium showerheads, ample storage space, two beds that convert to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush euro-top mattress — and a host of additional amenities.

Length
18 nights
Departs
Sep 15, 2027, Vancouver
Returns
Oct 3, 2027, Vancouver
Ports of call
10
Days at sea
2
Ship
Zaandam

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Offers on this sailing

  • Best Deal Ever - $99 Deposit
  • Have It All Early Booking Bonus

Highlights

  • Transit the Seymour Narrows
  • Scenic Cruising The Inside Passage
  • Scenic cruising Princess Royal Island
  • Scenic cruising Grenville Channel
  • Scenic cruising Great Bear Rainforest
  • Cruising Hubbard Glacier
  • Glacier Bay
  • Scenic cruising Bella Bella

Itinerary

  1. Day 1Sep 15

    Vancouver, B.C., Canada

    Depart 4:00 PM

    Embark

    Lions Gate Bridge and the harbor in Vancouver
  2. Day 2Sep 16

    Transit the Seymour Narrows

    Scenic cruising

  3. Day 2Sep 16

    Scenic Cruising The Inside Passage

    Scenic cruising

  4. Day 3Sep 17

    Scenic cruising Princess Royal Island

    Scenic cruising

  5. Day 3Sep 17

    Scenic cruising Grenville Channel

    Scenic cruising

  6. Day 3Sep 17

    Scenic cruising Great Bear Rainforest

    Scenic cruising

  7. Day 4Sep 18

    Sitka, Alaska, United States

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Sitka, Alaska
  8. Day 5Sep 19

    Cruising Hubbard Glacier

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 1:00 PM

    Scenic cruising

  9. Day 6Sep 20

    Valdez, Alaska, United States

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Valdez, Alaska
  10. Day 7Sep 21

    Kodiak, Alaska, United States

    Arrive 11:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Kodiak, Alaska
  11. Day 8Sep 22

    Homer, Alaska, United States

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Tender

    Homer, Alaska
  12. Day 9Sep 23

    Anchorage, Alaska, United States

    Arrive 8:00 AM

    Overnight

    Anchorage, Alaska
  13. Day 10Sep 24

    Anchorage, Alaska, United States

    Depart 5:00 PM

    Overnight

  14. Day 11Sep 25

    At sea

  15. Day 12Sep 26

    At sea

  16. Day 13Sep 27

    Glacier Bay

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 7:00 PM

    Scenic cruising

  17. Day 14Sep 28

    Juneau, Alaska, United States

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Juneau
  18. Day 15Sep 29

    Wrangell, Alaska, United States

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Wrangell, Alaska
  19. Day 16Sep 30

    Ketchikan, Alaska, United States

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Ketchikan
  20. Day 17Oct 1

    Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Prince Rupert, British Columbia
  21. Day 18Oct 2

    Scenic cruising Bella Bella

    Scenic cruising

  22. Day 18Oct 2

    Scenic Cruising The Inside Passage

    Scenic cruising

  23. Day 19Oct 3

    Vancouver, B.C., Canada

    Arrive 7:00 AM

    Disembark

Zaandam

Guests
1,432
Year built
2000
Dining and venues
  • Dining Room
  • Canaletto
  • Pinnacle Grill
  • Morimoto By Sea
  • Lido Market
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Dive-In
  • Crow's Nest Café
  • Library Café
  • Crow’s Nest Bar
  • Lido Bar
  • MIX
  • Ocean Bar
  • Sea View Bar
  • Explorer's Lounge
  • Art Studio
  • Casino
  • Gameroom
  • Kids Club
  • Library
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Pickleball
  • Sports Court
  • The Shops
  • Effy Fine Jewelry
  • Photo Gallery
  • Art Gallery
  • Portrait Studio
  • The Shops: Captain's Collection
  • Lido Pool
  • Sea View Pool
  • Thermal Suite
  • Hot Tubs
  • Spa & Salon
  • Fitness Center
  • Tai Chi
  • Neptune Lounge

Videos

  • Staterooms and suites

  • Casino

  • Entertainment

  • Spa and salon

All Zaandam sailings

Deck plans

Open Deck plan plan (PDF)

Deck plan
Zaandam, Deck plan deck plan

Staterooms

Per person, double occupancy

  • Inside, Zaandam

    Inside

    Inside (143–225 sq ft)

    These comfortable 143–225 sq. ft. staterooms feature premium showerheads, ample storage space, two beds that convert to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush euro-top mattress — and a host of additional amenities.

    $4,269

  • Ocean View, Zaandam

    Ocean View

    Ocean View

    With a view of the ocean through a window or porthole, these expansive staterooms include a sitting area, two beds that convert to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush euro-top mattress — premium massage showerheads, and a host of amenities.

    $4,519

  • Neptune Suite, Zaandam

    Neptune Suite

    Neptune Suite (465–502 sq ft)

    Featuring floor-to-ceiling glass doors, a spacious private verandah, expansive sitting areas, and comfortable sleeping accommodations with Mariner’s Dream™ beds, our 465–502 sq. ft. suite sleeps up to four guests and boasts a Whirlpool bath and an independent, full-size shower stall, vanity, premium bathrobes, pillow menus, fresh flowers, and binoculars.

    $12,734

Taxes and fees included.

Dates and prices

18 nights, 18-Day Great Bear Rainforest and Alaska Explorer

On Zaandam

Inside$4,269
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