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Holland America Line's Alaska and Yukon CruiseTour holidays allow you to explore the Great Land's major attractions and remote destinations, while enjoying superb service and comfortable, luxurious accommodations and transportation. Cruise among Alaska's magnificent waterways and glaciers onboard Holland America Line's fleet of premium ships. Journey to Denali National Park and discover the ultimate in grand rail touring onboard our McKinley Explorer® railcars. Traverse the historic Yukon River onboard Holland America Line's sleek mv Yukon Queen II. Be among Holland America Line's first guests to travel the Great Land's scenic byways aboard our new state-of-the-art Explorer Coaches™. Enjoy luxurious accommodations and fine dining at our exclusive Westmark Hotels. Throughout your journey, be well cared for by our knowledgeable and friendly staff.
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McKinley Explorer®
The adventure of train travel has never been more enthralling or more luxurious. Holland America Line's double-deck, glass domed McKinley Explorer® railcars, the largest ever built, hearken back to the golden age of rail travel while providing cutting edge technology and luxurious amenities. Experience breathtaking 360° views from the upper-level observation lounge and lower-level open-air viewing platforms. Enjoy delicious Alaska-inspired cuisine in our ultra-spacious dining area, large enough to accommodate all passengers in just two sittings, and richly appointed with crisp linens, sparkling china and Native Alaskan art. Relax in our reclining, rotating passenger seats, the widest and most comfortable seats available in rail travel, while a friendly and knowledgeable car manager points out wildlife and shares the legend and lore that bring each historic milepost to life. Gliding through Alaska's wilderness aboard our McKinley Explorer® railcars is a travel experience not to be missed.
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Explorer Coaches™
Debuting in 2007 and exclusive to Holland America Line, our new, custom built Explorer Coaches™ are setting a new standard of excellence along the scenic byways of the Great Land. Offering as much personal space as domestic first-class air travel, our Explorer Coaches™ have 50% more leg room than other coach lines, leather seats, a mini galley, an extensive onboard enrichment program including expert narration by our friendly driver-guides, large LCD monitors for viewing onboard films and an in-seat, eight-channel audio system. We've thought of every detail to make motor coach sightseeing as unforgettable as the scenery itself.... and in Alaska and the Yukon, that's saying something!
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Gracious Cruising
No one does Alaska cruising like Holland America Line. Our fleet of premium ships was specifically designed with Alaska cruising in mind. With wraparound teak decks, wide-open bows, 270° panoramic views from the Crow's Nest lounge and spacious private verandahs, we provide unparalleled opportunities to experience Alaska's stunning natural wonders. Holland America Line also carries fewer guests than other ships in our class to ensure quiet corners and unfettered views. Cozy up in a teak lounge chair and watch Alaska's majestic scenery glide by. Learn about Native Alaskan culture with our Native Artist-in-residence program. Dine on delicious Alaskan specialties like king crab legs and grilled salmon. Indulge yourself at our Greenhouse Spa. And at the end of each day, return to your elegantly appointed stateroom and melt into our exclusive Mariner's Dream bed to imagine tomorrow's adventures.
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mv Yukon Queen II
Explore the legendary "River of Gold" aboard the mv Yukon Queen II, our sleek, high-speed sightseeing catamaran built exclusively for Holland America Line. Showcasing some of the Yukon's most spectacular scenery and wildlife, the mv Yukon Queen II travels the 102-mile stretch of unspoiled wilderness between Dawson City in the Yukon and Eagle, Alaska. Cruise into gold rush history as you travel the famous waterway that carried thousands of prospectors to the Klondike Gold Fields. Watch for moose, bear and eagles from the luxurious indoor or outdoor viewing decks. Scan the horizon from the wheelhouse lounge, find unique gifts in our onboard shop and enjoy a hearty prospector's lunch from the full service galley. This unique excursion takes you "inside" Alaska and the Yukon, through pristine wilderness miles from civilization. Available only on Holland America Line CruiseTours #1-6 and 27-28.
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Westmark Hotels
Tucked away like hidden treasures throughout Alaska and the Yukon, our Westmark Hotels offer unparalleled hospitality and comfort. From Skagway to Whitehorse and Beaver Creek to Anchorage, you can count on a warm northern welcome at the largest network of hotels and lodges in the Great Land. A subsidiary of Holland America Line, Westmark Hotels are not available to guests of other cruise lines. Luxuriate in the newly expanded Westmark Fairbanks Hotel and Westmark Inn Dawson City where amenities and services are taken to new heights. Use the Westmark Whitehorse Hotel as an ideal base for excursions to Kluane and the Yukon. Participate in our convenient cruisetour meal plans and enjoy breakfast and dinner at the many fine dining and casual dining Westmark Hotel restaurants. On a Holland America Line cruisetour, you will soon discover the Westmark name stands for warm hospitality, quality lodging and excellent dining.
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CruiseTour Staff
Always at the heart of the Holland America Line experience is the warm and gracious service provided by our knowledgeable and friendly staff. In guest surveys, we often hear that it is our people that make our guest's vacations especially memorable. Thanks to these thoughtful professionals eager to share the land they love, our guests experience the true wonder and personal enrichment for an unforgettable Alaska Adventure.
- Tour Directors offer you personalized attention from railway to highway to wilderness hotel. They handle your transfers and hotel check-ins, make sure your luggage is speedily delivered and provide invaluable assistance with excursion planning and bookings. Tour Directors are available on CruiseTours #1-10, 13-22 and 27-29.
- Beyond providing a safe and pleasant drive our Explorer Coach™ Driver-Guides share with you the color and diversity of the Great Land. From early exploration and Klondike Gold Rush history to how modern-day Alaskans live and work, they are masters at delivering insightful details and answering questions. They also work closely with your Tour Director to make sure your trip is unforgettable.
- McKinley Explorer® Car Managers bring the experience of the scenic Alaska Railroad corridor to life. Well versed in the natural history and local lore that make Alaska such an enticing destination, Car Managers deliver educational and entertaining commentary along the historic Alaska Railroad route.
- Our Sales and Service Representatives are available to assist you throughout your Alaska vacation. These friendly professionals are on hand at the airport, cruise ship pier, hotels, rail stations and various stops along your vacation route. Representatives answer questions, make sightseeing reservations and assist with luggage. They ensure that our Great Land vacations are seamless from beginning to end.
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