Cruise details
- Cruise Line
- Holland America Line
- Cruise Ship
- Zaandam
- Departure Date
- 12 August 2026
- Duration
- 11 nights
- Departure Port
- Vancouver, British Columbia
- Voyage Code
- HALX656A-Y5Z
- End Port
- Whittier
- Cruise Type
- Cruise-only
- Region
- Alaska
Zaandam departs Vancouver, British Columbia on 12 August 2026 for a 3-night Alaska cruise ending in Skagway, Alaska (Voyage HALX656A-Y5Z). This cruise-only sailing visits Canada and United States, with ports including Tracy Arm, Alaska and Juneau, Alaska. The itinerary combines a balanced mix of ports and time onboard.
Zaandam, 12 August 2026 Itinerary
A smaller, classic ship offering a premium cruise experience, with an intimate onboard atmosphere, traditional design, and a strong focus on service.
Zaandam is one of Holland America Line’s smaller ships and delivers a more intimate cruising experience compared to the line’s Vista and Pinnacle Class vessels. Carrying around 1,400 guests, Zaandam features elegant public spaces, a relaxed onboard pace, and fewer crowds throughout the ship. Accommodation includes inside, oceanview, balcony cabins, and suites, with a practical, comfortable layout rather than modern, feature-led design. Holland America Line is known for attentive service, quality dining, and destination-focused itineraries, and Zaandam is particularly well suited to guests who enjoy classic ship design, a calm atmosphere, and itineraries that prioritise ports and scenic cruising over onboard attractions.
