Holland America unveils unique 18-night Alaska cruise itinerary

Other stops include Wrangell and more common destinations such as Sitka, Juneau, and Ketchikan. The trip will feature visits to Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve and Hubbard Glacier.

A highlight of the journey will be two days spent navigating narrow channels along British Columbia's western edge, including Grenville Channel and Seymour Narrows. These channels were once part of the "Inside Passage" but have been bypassed by larger cruise vessels over time.

On its return to Vancouver, Zaandam will stop at Prince Rupert for excursions into the Great Bear Rainforest. This route was historically used during the gold rush era but has since been overshadowed by faster ocean routes.

This new itinerary follows Holland America's trend of offering voyages with extended time in the Great Bear Rainforest region. Fares start at $3,029 per person and more details can be found on Holland America's website.