Holland America 7-Day Glacier Discovery Southbound Cruise

MAY 26 - JUNE 2, 2024

DEPARTS : WHITTIER, ALASKA, US

ARRIVES : VANCOUVER, B.C., CA

Explore the scenic Inside Passage. Dine on freshly caught fish in Juneau. Encounter Skagway's Gold Rush history. And spend a day cruising incomparable Glacier Bay National Park.

Surrounded by steep mountain walls and glacier-carved fjords, Kenai Fjords National Park provides the perfect habitat for Steller sea lions, sea otters, Dall’s porpoises, mountain goats, bald eagles, puffins, and a vast number of seabirds. Major Marine's Kenai Fjords National Park cruises offer some of the best whale watching opportunities in Alaska, with chances of seeing humpback whales, orca whales, gray whales, fin whales, and minke whales.

Major Marine offers multiple cruise options departing from the beautiful harbor town of Seward, Alaska. They have something for everyone, from half-day cruises perfect for families to full-day small vessel adventure cruises ideal for photographers and birders.

The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is a sanctuary dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, education, research, and quality animal care just a 10-minute drive from Girdwood.

AWCC takes in injured and orphaned animals year-round and provides them with spacious enclosures and quality animal care. Most of the animals that arrive at the AWCC become permanent residents and will always have a home here.

Experience the grandeur of Alaska with exceptional:

Glacier Landing Tours

Glacier Dogsled Tours

Flightseeing Tours

Small Group Tours

Private Tours

Denali is six million acres of wild land, bisected by one ribbon of road. Travelers along it see the relatively low-elevation taiga forest give way to high alpine tundra and snowy mountains, culminating in North America's tallest peak, 20,310' Denali. Wild animals large and small roam un-fenced lands, living as they have for ages. Solitude, tranquility and wilderness await.

Welcome to a breathtaking land shaped by glaciers, nestled between mountains and the ocean. Adventurous travelers journey to Seward to hike stunning trails, experience abundant wildlife, paddle and fish vibrant waters, and to explore our historic community. This is the ancestral homeland of the Alutiiq, or Sugpiaq, people, who have called the rocky coasts and glacial bays home since time immemorial.

Nestled along the breathtaking shores of Kachemak Bay, Homer invites you to explore its enchanting blend of natural beauty, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality. Situated at the terminus of the Sterling Highway, 200 miles south of Anchorage, this charming seaside town offers a captivating fusion of wilderness and ocean experiences. As the Halibut Fishing Capital of the World and the City of Peonies, Homer boasts a rich tapestry of outdoor adventures and artistic expression. Dive into our world-renowned fishing opportunities, and immerse yourself in the creative soul of our town through museums, art galleries, and local artisans.

May is a little early for fly fishing for salmon or rainbow trout on Alaska's rivers, but it is a great time for ocean fishing for halibut, king salmon, rockfish, and lingcod. Half-day and full-day charters are available daily out of Seward, Homer, and Whittier.