Holland America Replaces Tracy Arm with Endicott Arm in Alaska Itineraries – March 2026

Introduction
Holland America Line has revised its Alaska cruise itineraries for the 2026 season, removing scenic cruising in Tracy Arm Fjord and replacing it with Endicott Arm Fjord. The adjustment follows environmental and navigational concerns affecting access to Tracy Arm.

Details of the Itinerary Change

Removed Destination:

• All scheduled scenic cruising through Tracy Arm Fjord has been removed from Holland America’s 2026 Alaska program.
• The decision applies across all departures for the season.

Replacement Destination:

• Scenic cruising in Endicott Arm Fjord has been introduced as the alternative.
• The route includes views of Dawes Glacier, known for active calving during the cruise season.

Reason for Adjustment:

• Persistent ice conditions in Tracy Arm have limited safe vessel access.
• Reports also cited geological instability following a landslide in August 2025 that altered fjord conditions.
• These factors collectively rendered navigation through Tracy Arm impractical for the 2026 season.

Passenger Impact:

• Holland America Line notified affected passengers of the itinerary changes.
• The substitution maintains a comparable scenic cruising experience within the same glacial system.

Operational Context:

• Endicott Arm offers navigable waters, wildlife viewing opportunities, and glacier access similar to Tracy Arm.
• The adjustment standardises routing across the Alaska program until conditions allow a return to Tracy Arm.

Current Status:

• Holland America Line continues to monitor environmental conditions in Tracy Arm.
• Future reinstatement of the original route will depend on improved safety and navigational conditions.