Your 2026 shore excursion guide for Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Westerdam, and the Alaskan fleet.
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Port schedules and docking assignments listed on this page are for general guidance and may evolve. For the most accurate, live information regarding your specific sail date, please check your HAL Navigator app or refer to the official Ketchikan shore excursions.
Holland America Line ships dock at Downtown Ketchikan berths. You'll be within walking distance of Creek Street, the Totem Heritage Center, and most major attractions. No shuttle needed for the core downtown area.
Most HAL itineraries arrive between 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM and depart between 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM. This gives you 8-10 hours in port—ideal for combining a major excursion with downtown exploration.
Holland America guests tend to be more experienced cruisers who value cultural immersion. Ketchikan is perfectly suited to this, with its world-class Tlingit heritage and authentic frontier atmosphere.
HAL's EXC In-Depth program offers longer, more immersive experiences. In Ketchikan, look for the Saxman Village Cultural Experience or the Totem Pole Carving Demonstration—both go deeper than standard tours.
Because HAL docks downtown, independent tours are extremely low-risk. You can see your ship from most locations, and local operators often offer smaller group sizes and more flexible scheduling.
The definitive Tlingit cultural experience. Watch master carvers at work, hear the stories behind iconic poles, and explore the largest totem pole park in the world.
Totem Pole Guide →A bucket-list experience for nature lovers. Fly over granite fjords, cascading waterfalls, and pristine wilderness. 2-2.5 hour tours fit well into HAL's port time.
Misty Fjords Guide →No excursion booking needed. Simply walk off the ship and explore the historic boardwalk, Dolly's House Museum, and the salmon ladder. Peak August viewing is spectacular.
Creek Street Guide →