13
Days / 12 Nights
May 9: Arrive Vancouver
Arrive into Vancouver at any time. A transfer is
provided to your hotel. The rest of your day is free
to sightsee, shop, and take advantage of the city's
fun nightlife. Overnight a Vancouver hotel.
May 10: Depart Vancouver
Board your cruise ship today and begin your journey
through the beautiful Inside Passage. Embarkation
begins at 12:00pm / noon and all guests are required
to be on board 1 hour prior to departure. The ship
will depart at approximately 5:00pm. All meals are
included onboard, as well as evening shows,
educational presentations, movies, and other
entertainment.
May 11: Cruising
You will be at sea the entire day today. Spend time
enjoying the many amenities aboard the ship, such as
the health spa, swimming pool, movie theater,
casino, tennis and basketball courts, duty-free
shops and library. Relax in the lounge or by the
pool.
May 12: Ketchikan, AK
Located on Revillagigedo Island, Ketchikan is known
as Alaska's Native Cultural Center and Sportfishing
Capital. Native art and culture flourish here due to
the large population of Native Alaskans, represented
by the three indigenous tribes: the Tlingit, Haida
and Tsimshian. The city is also home to the largest
collection of totem poles in the world. Spend your
time in port shopping,
touring Misty Fjords by ship
or plane, canoeing in a traditional native canoe, or
touring the backcountry by Jeep (not
included in tour price). The ship will be in port
from approximately 7:00am to 3:00pm.
May 13: Juneau, AK
Today you will visit Alaska's capital city, Juneau.
Located in the Tongass Rainforest, the area is known
for its lush terrain and vibrant wildflowers. There
is something for everyone in Juneau - shopping,
glacier dog sledding, sea
kayaking, flight seeing tours, and glacier hiking
(not included in tour price). The ship will arrive
in Juneau at approximately 8:00am and depart at
approximately 10:30pm.
May 14: Skagway, AK
Enjoy a visit to historic Skagway today. The rich
history and beautiful natural surroundings combine
to create unparalleled sightseeing and recreation
opportunities. The two most popular routes to the
Klondike began here and tens of thousands of gold
seekers poured through during the famous "Rush of '
98". Spend the day enjoying a
guided tour of Skagway, taking
a narrow gauge rail journey over the famous White
Pass Route, or touring into Canada's Yukon Territory
(not included in tour price). The ship will be in
Skagway from approximately 7:00am to 9:00pm.
May 15: Cruising Glacier Bay National Park
Enjoy your day as you cruise through Glacier Bay
National Park and Preserve. Marvel at this ice-age
wonder as you cruise past tide-water glaciers, snow
capped mountains and freshwater rivers. Keep watch
for whales, sea lions, bears, and puffins, as well
as glacier calving (when chunks of ice fall off the
glacier).
May 16: Cruising College Fjord
Today you will begin by cruising across the Gulf of
Alaska and into Prince William Sound. Here you will
cruise through College Fjord, home to tidewater
glaciers, valley glaciers, and dozens of smaller
glaciers, most named after renowned East Coast
colleges. Watch for glacier calving, seals and
otters are your cruise through this stunning area.
May 17: Seward to Anchorage
You will awake this morning Seward. Disembarkation
begins at 7:00am. At 10:30am, travel in a
comfortable motorcoach to Anchorage, Alaska largest
city. During the drive from Seward to Anchorage you
will be accompanied by spectacular scenery. Upon
arrival in Anchorage, transfer to hotel. You will
have time today to take advantage of the city's
great shopping, museums, and trails. Overnight in
Anchorage.
May 18: Anchorage to Denali National Park
This morning, a 1-hour trolley tour of Anchorage is
included to take at your leisure. At 3pm,
depart by motorcoach to Denali, where you will
arrive at 9pm. Along the route, watch for wildlife
and, when the weather is good, impressive views of
Mt. McKinley. Overnight near the Denali park
entrance.
May 19: Denali National Park Tour
Early this morning (between 5:30am and 7am), depart
on a bus tour of Denali National Park. This 6 hour
tour takes you approximately 53 miles into the Park.
As you travel through the pristine wilderness, your
experienced driver / guide will provide an overview
of the land and its wildlife. Along the way, stops
will be made for viewing wildlife, such as bears and
moose, and taking photographs. A snack box and hot
beverage are included. This afternoon is free for
optional tours,
such as a rafting trip or dinner theater. Overnight
near the Denali park entrance.
May 20:
Denali to Anchorage by Rail
Sleep in this morning or enjoy a short excursion
before departing. Just after 12 noon, you will
depart for Anchorage on the railroad. The train
travels south through the Matanuska-Susitna Valley,
making stops in Talkeetna and Wasilla. Stroll
through the train, visit the dining car and pick up
souvenirs at the gift shop. Upon arrival in
Anchorage this evening (approx. 8:00pm), transfer by
hotel courtesy shuttle.
Overnight in Anchorage.
May 21:
Anchorage
Departure
Depending on your departure flight, you might have
free time for some souvenir shopping or additional
excursions, such as
horseback riding or fishing
(not included). Take the hotel courtesy shuttle to
the airport. Depart at any time.
5 nights hotel accommodation,
7-night Holland America cruise with all meals and
fuel surcharge (large inside cabin - no window, see
important notes below), private transfer from
airport to hotel in Vancouver, coach transfers from
Seward to Anchorage and Anchorage to Denali, Alaska
Railroad from Denali to Anchorage, 1-hour Anchorage
trolley tour, and 6- to 8-hour Denali National Park
bus tour with snack. All taxes.
Meals
other than on cruise ship, optional excursions, park/admission
fees other than mentioned, travel insurance, or gratuities.
Passports are required for all
passengers! This tour includes
travel to both Canada and the United States.
You will need to have a passport and any
required visas for entry into both
countries.
Other cruise cabins: This tour
includes a K category inside cabin on the
cruise. Outside cabins (with a window) may
be available. Please inquire about
availability and additional surcharge.
Independent land tour:
The land tour is independent, meaning it is
not hosted by a tour guide. You will receive
vouchers for the transportation, tours, and
hotels, which you will use to check in. Your
daily itinerary will give specific
information about where and when to check
in, as well as helpful city information and
restaurant recommendations.
May 9, 2009:
Single Departure
