Holland America Line and The History Channel Announce Partnership

Holland America Line and A+E’s The History Channel are teaming up to elevate cruises with custom itineraries and shore excursions that will transport guests to ancient ruins and legendary landmarks to place them directly in a destination’s history. Departures for this new collaboration begin April 2025.

Where History Isn’t Just Told — It’s Experienced

Introducing our exclusive itineraries and shore excursions curated in partnership with The HISTORY Channel™. These itineraries and shore excursions blend the art of leisurely travel with the power of immersive storytelling. Through carefully crafted itineraries, expert-led shore excursions, and insightful onboard programming, find yourself transported to ancient ruins, legendary landmarks, and cities that shaped civilizations. With activities for every pace and skill level, discover the rich cultural heritages and dramatic events that formed the places you visit as every moment of your voyage becomes a chapter in a story you’ll never forget.

Be a part of the moments that made history. Our exclusive partnership with The HISTORY Channel™ is just getting started, so explore below to see what is available now and keep an eye on this space as we add more itineraries and shore excursions in partnership with The HISTORY Channel™ in 2025, 2026, and 2027.

Several cruises will be curated in partnership with The History Channel. Cruise itineraries include a 14-day Arctic Journey & Northern Lights, a seven-day Mediterranean Marvels of Pompeii, and a seven-day Norwegian Fjords with Hardangerfjord. Additional themed departures will include the eastern Mediterranean with a focus on ancient empires; northern Europe and its Viking heritage; Arctic encounters and the region’s history of polar exploration; and more.

Shore excursions are focused on the history and culture of each destination. Guests can enjoy dozens of experiences ranging from gold panning to exploring the Giza pyramids. Guests can expect a deep dive into the destination’s historical significance by visiting these sites.

The History Channel, a division of A+E Networks, is the go-to place for historical-focused documentary programming.; Holland America Line has been sailing for over 150 years with expertly crafted itineraries and extraordinary service, visiting nearly 400 ports in 11 countries around the world, with 11 vessels and a diverse range of activities and amenities on board.

Additional itineraries and shore excursions for 2025, 2026 and 2027 will continue to be released. More details about The History Channel partnership will be released in the coming months.

This article originally appeared in TravelPulse.

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