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Get ready for the vacation of a lifetime in Alaska, "The Last Frontier." Begin your trip with an orientation tour of Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city. Then you’re off! Stop at a gold mine, visit the award-winning dog kennels of an Iditarod champion, and ride the Alaska Railroad past Mount McKinley to Denali National Park. Spend two nights in Denali National Park and watch for wildlife, including moose, caribou, Dall sheep, and bears on a Tundra Wilderness tour. Then choose your activity: a scenic float trip, flora and fauna excursion, or round of golf. Enjoy the mountains and pristine wilderness at the Hotel Alyeska, surrounded by towering spruce trees and hanging glaciers. On your way to Seward, see wildlife, including bears, elk, moose, coyote, and bison up close at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Embark your 7-night Alaska cruise ship in Seward and set sail for College Fjord, Glacier Bay National Park, and the Inside Passage. Watch for spouting whales, soaring eagles, barking seals, and other wildlife. Marvel at glaciers and witness the amazing spectacle of thunder and spray as tremendous slabs of ice break off and “calve” into the sea. Experience Russian culture in Sitka; soak in the local flavor of Juneau, Alaska’s capital; and see the world’s largest totem collection in Ketchikan. Disembark in Vancouver, the ideal ending to your Alaska cruise vacation.
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Day 1: Anchorage.
(Tue.) Welcome to Alaska’s largest city, Anchorage. This evening, enjoy a welcome reception hosted by your Tour Director. (WR)
Day 2: Anchorage–Talkeetna.
(Wed.) After breakfast, board your luxury motorcoach and enjoy an orientation tour of Anchorage. Travel through scenic Hatcher Pass to the historic INDEPENDENCE MINE and learn about the Gold Rush that drew thousands of adventurers to this last frontier. We’ll then visit HAPPY TRAILS KENNELS, the award-winning dog kennels of 4-time Iditarod champion Martin Buser. Spend the night at the luxurious Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge which boasts unforgettable views of Mount McKinley. (B,D)
Day 3: Talkeetna–Denali National Park.
(Thu.) Today, board the world-famous ALASKA RAILROAD to travel to Denali National Park. Enjoy panoramic views and first-class service as you travel in style aboard domed railcars. Watch for wildlife and scenic views of Mount McKinley, the highest mountain in North America at 20,320 feet. Spend the next two nights at Denali National Park in the Grande Denali Lodge. Tonight, choose your dinner option: relax with a leisurely meal in the hotel’s dining room or enjoy an evening out at the DENALI DINNER THEATER. (B,D)
Day 4: Denali National Park. Tundra Wilderness Tour. Choose Your Experience.
(Fri.) This morning, travel the pristine wilderness of this 6-million-acre park on a TUNDRA WILDERNESS TOUR, searching for wildlife such as grizzly bear, moose, caribou, and Dall sheep. A box lunch is provided. A GLOBUS PLATINUM EXCLUSIVE, you select how you wish to spend your afternoon. Join in a scenic FLOAT TRIP, a flora and fauna EXCURSION, or play a round of GOLF. At tonight’s private presentation, hear firsthand the tales of the painstaking preparation and what it takes to make the dangerous trek up North America’s highest peak, Mount McKinley. (B,L)
Day 5: Denali National Park–Girdwood.
(Sat.) Travel by luxury motorcoach south to Anchorage, where you will have time to visit the VETERAN’S MEMORIAL and Saturday Market before continuing on to Girdwood, the gateway to the Kenai Peninsula. Overnight at The Hotel Alyeska, set in the pristine wilderness and surrounded by towering spruce trees, mountains, and hanging glaciers. Tonight, enjoy a sumptuous buffet featuring fresh Alaskan seafood and other local delicacies. (B,D)
Day 6: Girdwood–Seward (Embarkation).
(Sun.) This morning, see Alaska’s famous wildlife up close at the ALASKA WILDLIFE CONSERVATION CENTER. Upon arrival in Seward, enjoy a brief sightseeing tour followed by time for independent sightseeing and shopping. Visit the ALASKA SEALIFE CENTER, featuring Gulf of Alaska marine wildlife. Then, transfer to the pier to embark on your cruise ship and next adventure. (B,D)
Day 7: Cruising: College Fjord.
(Mon.) Get ready for an unforgettable day of cruising through breathtaking College Fjord. By taking a stroll around the Promenade Deck, you will be able to see four, five, and even six different glaciers at once! Top off the evening by watching the sun set over the Pacific Ocean. (B,L,D)
Day 8: Cruising: Glacier Bay.
(Tue.) One of Alaska’s most dramatic sights is before you today in Glacier Bay National Park. Witness an amazing spectacle of thunder and flying spray as tremendous slabs of ice break off and “calve” into the sea, making for lasting memories. (B,L,D)
Day 9: Cruising: Sitka.
(Wed.) Step back in time in the charming port of Sitka, which reigned as the capital of Russian America for 100 years. Experience “life under the czars” with majestic onion-domed St. Michael’s Cathedral, Sheldon Jackson Museum (housing prized Russian and Indian artifacts), and lively performances of the New Archangel Dancers. (B,L,D)
Day 10: Cruising: Juneau.
(Thu.) Today, visit one of America’s most scenic and remote capital cities—Juneau! Accessible only by air and water, Juneau is located at the base of two towering mountains in the heart of Alaska’s Inside Passage, and is home to a rich Gold Rush history, native culture, wildlife, and a wealth of natural wonders. Step ashore to shop for gold nuggets; visit the stately Governor’s Mansion; saunter through the swinging doors of the Red Dog Saloon, the city’s famous watering hole; or visit the mighty Mendenhall Glacier, an impressive river of ice 12 miles long and 1.5 miles wide. (B,L,D)
Day 11: Cruising: Ketchikan.
(Fri.) Ketchikan offers you a firsthand opportunity to experience native Alaska. Meet the spirits of the raven, whale, and eagle as you view the largest collection of totems in the world at Saxman Totem Park and Totem Bight State Historic Park. Explore Creek Street, now a covey of contemporary art galleries and quaint boutiques in this waterfront city. (B,L,D)
Day 12: Cruising: Inside Passage.
(Sat.) Sit back and relax as you cruise through the beautiful and awe-inspiring scenery of the Inside Passage. Keep your cameras ready for spouting whales, soaring eagles, barking seals, and other kinds of wildlife. Onboard ship entertainment is also plentiful. (B,L,D)
Day 13: Vancouver (Disembarkation).
(Sun.) The vacation ends this morning with guests departing on individual schedules. Airport transfers are provided. Please schedule flights after 11:30 am. (B)
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Anchorage: Welcome reception; enjoy an orientation tour; Veteran’s Memorial Hatcher Pass: Independence MineBig Lake: Visit Happy Trails KennelsAlaska Railroad: Spectacular train journey through Alaska’s wilderness Denali National Park: Tundra Wilderness Tour; exclusive presentation by a Mount McKinley climber. CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE Enjoy a float trip, nature excursion, or a round of golf Seward: Visit Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and Alaska Sealife Center Inside Passage: 7-night cruise on Holland America’s MS StatendamNote:- Some inclusions may be altered in May and September due to seasonality of services.
- Cruise itineraries are provided by Holland America and are most up to date at time of printing. Your travel documents will contain the most current information.
MEALS
Welcome reception (WR); American breakfast daily (B), 1 box lunch (L); 3 three-course dinners (D); 20 meals (B,L,D) on Inside Passage cruise.
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| Anchorage Anchorage Hilton (SF), Talkeetna Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge (MD), Denali National Park Grande Denali Lodge (MD), Girdwood Hotel Alyeska (SF), Alaska Cruise Holland America’s MS Statendam | | ^Top |
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INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in the description, including admission charges when applicable.
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
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