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On these Alaska cruise voyages, you can explore your
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cruisers, all while exploring someplace new in a
part of the world you had not previously seen.
Whatever your dreams of
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curated land & sea journeys, or have us tailor-make
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every question about your journey and offer
recommendations. While others have distant knowledge
and rely on information gathered from cruise line
call center agents, our outstanding team of well
traveled "been there-done that" experts have
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They provide insight and invaluable guidance in
creating your Alaskan experience; capturing the
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interest and budget. For more than 20 years we
have helped guests plan unique, unforgettable and
memorable journeys. We Know Alaska. By Land. By Sea.
By Experts.
An Alaskan vacation is a must for the seasoned or
first-time cruise traveler. Where else can you see
amazing wildlife like moose, bears, and eagles in a
virtually pristine wilderness? Combine flightseeing
with cocktails beside a rushing river. Or treat
yourself to a night at a fabulous lodge after
climbing America's tallest peak, and traveling in
comfort and style doesn't mean you have to sacrifice
the opportunity for real adventure.
Alaska's Big 3! Glaciers
Imagine sailing past towering peaks of snowy white
glaciers, miles wide. Only the sounds of wind and
seagulls disturb the silence. Then a massive
crackling and a thunderous roar echo across the
pristine bay. The ice-scape rumbles and quakes as
the glacier splinters and calves, sending ice and
snow cascading into the sea. There's no spectacle in
the world that surpasses these towering frozen
masses and best displays the fierce majesty of the
region. Wildlife
Eagles nesting in treetops. Moose grazing through
lush meadows surrounded by snow-capped mountain
ranges. A breaching whale crashing down into the
tranquil sea. On an Alaska vacation, it's not
uncommon for you to see all of these animals and
more, such as Denali National Park's Big 5: brown
bears, wolves, moose, Dall sheep and caribou. You'll
also have plenty of chances to enjoy the sights of
humpback, beluga and orca whales, along with harbor
seals, sea lions and sea otters frolicking in the
water. Majestic Mountains
Take a moment to pause and gaze up. Massive,
eternally snow-capped mountains rise majestically
against the bright blue sky, which darkens to a
majestic indigo at twilight. Wild, untamed and
exquisitely unique, this astounding landscape dwarfs
your wildest imagination. No other place offers such
untouched beauty. Home to almost 3,000 peaks and
Denali, North America's tallest mountain, Alaska's
summits are a feast for your eyes. And one you'll
never forget.
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Princess is celebrating 50 years of adventure and
innovation in Alaska. It's a legacy that has made
them the #1 cruise line in Alaska. We invite you to
experience an Alaska cruise vacation as only
Princess can show you. We offer a range of enriching
Alaska cruise
vacation options to see the Great
Land's glaciers, wildlife and national parks from
the perspective of spectacular ships, exclusive rail
service and Princess Wilderness Lodges. With both
roundtrip and one-way Alaska cruises you can
experience stunning views of glaciers, explore
beautiful port cities and trek through Alaska's
untamed beauty. Come find yourself in the heart of
the wilderness and discover the very best of Alaska
with Princess.
With over 145 cruise only and cruisetour itineraries to
choose from, we've got everything you need for a
great Alaska getaway.
Imagine majestic tidewater glaciers, iconic animals
roaming freely, breaching whales, colorful Klondike
Gold Rush history and wide-open spaces of
incomparable beauty.
With more visits to Glacier Bay than any other
cruise line and Land+Sea Journeys that combine an
Alaska cruise with overland travel to the Yukon's
hidden gems, Holland America Line's 70 years of
expertise and relationships with the local
communities means their guests will enjoy the most
unique and memorable Alaska and Yukon adventures.
Eight ships are sailing Alaska cruises, departing
from Vancouver, British Columbia; Seattle,
Washington; Seward, Alaska; and San Francisco,
California.
With over 130
cruise only and cruisetour itineraries to
choose from, we've got everything you need for a
great Alaska vacation.
Alaska's rugged southeastern coast represents some
of nature's best work. The intricate waterways of
the Inside Passage, dotted with thousands of
islands, big and small. The high cliffs of Misty
Fjords. The deep bays that welcome whales every
summer. The towering blue ice of Hubbard Glacier.
Where life is centered around the water, a cruise is
the ideal choice. But a journey into the interior
reveals so much more. Mighty rivers fed by massive
glaciers. Towns where moose stroll the streets. The
vast taiga forests and rolling tundra of Denali
National Park. And the Great One itself - Denali,
the mountain standing tall over the rest of the
snow-covered Alaska Range.
With a Royal Caribbean Cruisetour, you enjoy both.
And with the personal attention and expertise of a
dedicated Adventure Specialist, you'll explore the
wild lands of the Last Frontier your way. If you're
going the distance, discover the best of Alaska by
land and sea on a Royal Caribbean Cruisetour.
May to September 2020 Alaska Cruises and Alaskan
Land and Sea Vacations
Compare prices, features,
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$599!*
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Vacation ] prices start at $899!*
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Caribbean Alaska, Norwegian Cruise Line
Alaska, Celebrity Cruises Alaska, & Holland
America Alaska.
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Prices during the shoulder season ( May &
September ) are lower than during high
season ( June-July-August ). Prices go up as
the summer goes on. Prices change often at
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that! They are
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it's people,
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The Alaska Cruise Experience
Every aspect of your Princess or Holland America
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seeking rich cultural immersion, wonders and
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post-travel.
Are you an adventurous explorer driven by curiosity?
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Kenai, Copper River, or the Yukon Territory
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Alaska than when I left home.
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You'll likely come across
puffins, whales, otters, bears, glaciers, and
fjords. But to get the most of your Alaska visit you
have to get off the ship, and explore more. Lots
more! Consider an action-packed Alaska cruise that
lets you explore the wilderness not only by ship,
but also by rail, by kayak, sea plane and dogsled.
We call them Hi-Energy Alaska Land & Sea Adventures.
Everything from the mild to the wild. Alaska
is at the top of many a travelers' bucket list, but
how many cruises can truly get you up close to the
state's natural wonders?
Alaska & The Yukon: Cruises & Land+Sea Journeys Create your Great Land adventure with Holland
America Line,
the Alaska cruise experts. With so
much to explore, we've designed three distinct
collections to help you customize
your perfect
Alaska experience. Our iconic Alaska Cruises feature
the famed Inside Passage and more options for
cruising Glacier Bay National Park. If Denali is on
your must-see list, choose a Denali Land+Sea Journey
that combines your Alaska cruise with the
most
immersive experiences at Denali National Park. For
the ultimate journey step off the beaten path and
add both the Yukon's wild frontier and a Denali
itinerary to your Alaska cruise on a Yukon+Denali
Land+Sea
Journey, a Holland America Line exclusive.
We look
forward to welcoming you to the Alaska we
have known and cherished for more than 70 years.
With
unmatched experience and insider knowledge, we are
the Alaska Experts. Our deep history and roots in
the Great Land mean you will discover the iconic and
authentic Alaska of your dreams. By land and by sea,
we have more ways to experience all the whales,
wonder and wildlife of Alaska. Embark on the
ultimate cruise for the best of Alaska's glaciers
and ports. Venture inland on the premier Denali
experience as you spend up to three nights at Denali
National Park and Reserve. Enjoy exclusive access to
the Yukon with the only cruise line that combines
Alaska with the majestic Yukon Territory. So if you
are going to see Alaska, join us and see all of it
alongside those who know it best.
North To Alaska
Enrichment Program Princess Cruises offers Alaska cruise activities
like no other. Gold Magellan award-winning North to
Alaska program brings local personalities, culture
and cuisine onboard and on land to immerse you in
all things Alaska. From fresh seafood and guest
speakers from Discovery's Deadliest Catch, to
snuggling sled-dog puppies. You'll even meet real
Alaskans from Inside Passage kayakers to totem pole
carvers and Iditarod champions, along with
North to Alaska cruise activities for all interests
from
cuddling sled-dog puppies to hearing tales from
lumberjacks, and mountain climbers. Get tips and tricks on how you can snap your best
frameable Alaska photos.
These
Alaska cruise activities offer you the opportunity
to see, feel and taste the best of the Great Land
right on board. New shore
excursions in four Alaska ports, features well-known
chefs, artists, wildlife experts, seafaring captains
and much more. These include cooking in Alaska's
wildest kitchen with chef Dodie Lunda in Icy Strait
Point; a culinary demonstration in Juneau with chef
Lionel Uddipatakes; and a Ketchikan photo safari.
There are also the Ghosts and Goodtime Girls Walking
Tour in Skagway; whale watching and a glacier photo
tour in Juneau; and lumberjack show and axe
throwing, the Bering Sea crab fishermen's tour and
pub walk in Ketchikan.
In Alaska Glacier Views Are Just The Tip Of The
Iceberg
The rugged
southeastern
coast
represents
some of
nature's
best work.
The
intricate
waterways of
the Inside
Passage. The
high cliffs
of Misty
Fjords. The
deep bays
that welcome
whales every
summer.
Where life
is centered
around the
water, a
cruise is
the ideal
choice. But
a journey
into the
interior
reveals so
much more.
Mighty
rivers fed
by massive
glaciers.
The vast
taiga
forests and
rolling
tundra of
Denali
National
Park, and
towns where
moose stroll
the streets.
With a Royal
Caribbean
Cruise tour,
you enjoy
both. By
combining a
seven-night
sailing
along the
southeastern
coastline of
Alaska with
a
small-group
tour, it's a
complete
Alaska
adventure.
If you're
going the
distance,
discover the
best of
Alaska by
land and
sea.
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" Our trip was excellent. The room, with the upgrades, was amazing! We saw many eagles (bald and golden), one bear, many whales, including one breach, seals, one bear, one wolf, moose and caribou, and many smaller animals.. If we travelled during salmon run, we probably would have seen more bear and eagles. The scenery is to die for, the vistas spectacular. The ship was great; service, food, etc were all great. Thanks for everything."
"Pat and I returned from an 11 day trip to Alaska. Truly The Last Frontier. We had the pleasure of traveling with 6 of our very dear and close friends, Mike & Susie, Ron & Rachel and Craig & Diane. We saw incredible scenery, moose, mountain sheep and goats, humpback whales, dolphins, and a wolf. We examined Denali (aka Mt. McKinley ) up close and personal in a small airplane. We watched in awe the calving of the immense glaciers in Glacier Bay. The weather was absolutely beautiful."
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Now is the time to plan your iconic Alaska
cruise.
Often, visiting Alaska has as
much to do with what people may feel as with what
they will see. There is a mystique that surrounds
Alaska. To some it represents a dream, a trip of a
life time, a life altering event, a chance to reach
out and touch something inside themselves that is
wild and beautiful like they imagine Alaska to be.
Our job is to put that dream - or as much as
possible of it - within reach of you. Alaskan
cruising is affordable, only the memories are
priceless! When it comes to planning your trip,
Alaskan Cruises & Land and Sea Vacations are more
economical than you might think. With a wide range
of options and choices, there's a cruise or cruise
tour to suit most any budget." Gather your family,
grab your friends - start planning your Alaska
cruise.
Learn More
about what to expect from Alaska's
weather as you watch for the region's "Big Five"
animals, as well as the top 5 marine mammals of the
Inside Passage. Choose from among Alaska's best shore excursions,
experience the Bering Sea Crab Fishermen's
Tour, or
take time to explore Glacier Bay National Park or
Denali National Park with its Triple Lakes Trail.
Expand your Land + Sea Journey on the historic White
Pass and Yukon Route Railroad, and explore the Yukon
and Dawson City, along with other must-see Klondike
Gold Rush Attractions.
We're here to help you plan your trip and make the
most of your upcoming cruise vacation. From
pre-cruise preparations to your post-cruise
disembarkation, we will be there for you every step
of your journey - as we do everything possible
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Alaska: Whales,
Wonders & Wildlife
You Can A-Fjord These Adventures
Watch for wildlife as you cruise through
enchanting fjords, narrow inlets surrounded by
massive glacial walls. At places like Misty Fjords
or Kenai Fjords, you'll sail across the edge of
where mountains, volcanic formations and turquoise
waters converge. Be sure to snap a photo while
you're there.
Glacier Sight-Soaring Generally, Alaska glaciers are viewed
from one angle, so you can see that they are
massive, but flightseeing - taking a small,
low-flying plane over the landscape for a true
bird's-eye view - allows you to see just how vast
these rivers of ice can be. Take up an excursion out
of Misty Fjord in Ketchikan, or soar above the
massive Denali mountain with a Talkeetna adventure
tour group. You may even get the chance to climb one
of these icy giants.
Six Million Acres Of Discovery
Towering high in the center of the Alaska
Range is the Denali, North America's tallest peak at
20,310 feet. Central to the cultural heritage of the
native peoples who have lived here for thousands of
years, the giant mountain is the ultimate symbol of
the Alaskan wild. Denali National Park remains a
wild kingdom, where animals large and small, roam
free. View Dall sheep, wolves, caribou, moose and
the mighty grizzly bear among many. And come summer,
they are joined by more than 160 species of
migratory birds.
Alaska National Parks: Treasures of the Last
Frontier
The native Aleuts
named this place Alyeska - the Great Land - and it's
easy to see why. Possessing half of the U.S.
National Parks, Alaska's vast wilderness truly
offers some of Mother Nature's best work. Here
you'll witness epic drama, with soaring mountains,
giant glaciers and dazzling wildlife. Stretching
across millions of acres, Denali National Park and
Preserve and Glacier Bay National Park are Alaska's
top two attractions, but sister parks - Wrangell-St.
Elias, Kenai Fjords and Denali State Park -share
equally in beauty and natural wonders.
Discover Denali's Big 5
Wildlife
These links will take you the National Park Service
Website ( use your back button to return here )
Bear can be found almost
anywhere, from the forests along the Alaska coast to
national parks further inland like Denali National
Park and Preserve, where a plethora of berries keeps
these permanent residents well fed. In
addition to bears, Denali is an ideal place to
observe the wide-antlered caribou, moose, gray
wolves and Dall sheep, the latter identified by its
curled horns. Together, these wondrous animals
constitute the "Denali Big Five," a sightseer's
dream.
For many visitors adventuring to the park, a major
goal is to see wildlife. Five mammals in particular
capture visitor's imaginations and are so popular
they are now referred to as the big five. The
assortment includes gawky
moose
browsing in the willow, throngs of
caribou loping across the tundra, the iconic
Dall sheep nestled high on the hillsides,
formidable
wolves
on the prowl, and lumbering
grizzly bears devouring blueberries.
[
source: National Park Service: Denali National Park,
Alaska ]
Alaska Cruise Excursions to Inspire
On one of our Juneau shore
excursions, take a float trip on spectacular,
glacier-studded Mendenhall Lake, passing by the
world famous 2.5 mile-wide Mendenhall
Glacier or experience a whale watching cruise
and see a humpback whale up close. Other Juneau
shore excursion trips include a city tour or gold
panning adventure where you can relive Juneau's gold
rush history by panning for gold and then enjoying a
delicious salmon bake at Salmon Creek.
In Ketchikan the spectacular Misty
Fjords Flight seeing Touris a must-see
experience that will provide a lifetime of memories.
The Misty Fjords National Monument is a 2.3-million
acre piece of pristine wilderness that must be
viewed by floatplane; it is the only way to truly
take in its majesty - soaring cliffs, saw-tooth
ridges blanketed in trademark mists, sky-blue lakes,
endless waterfalls, icy saltwater fjords and miles
of glacier-carved gorges. As part of our Saxman
Native Village and Ketchikan City tour visit the
world's largest standing collection of totem poles
and hear the legends and stories of how and why they
were made.
In Skagway our Helicopter
Dog Sledding Adventure day excursion begins with
a helicopter ride to a glacier dog sledding camp
where you will share this adventure with 80 Alaskan
huskies and hear unique personal accounts of the
Iditarod, back country experiences and have an
opportunity to ask questions. Feel the excitement as
the team is hooked up, then you're off! Also from
Skagway we offer many Alaskan tours into the Yukon
territories including horseback riding and dog
mushing adventures. Or enjoy an exciting raft trip
down the Chilkat River through the famous Chilkat
Bald Eagle Preserve, the world's largest
concentration of Bald Eagles in North America.
For our active customers we offer a
variety of hiking, biking, kayaking, canoeing and
zip lining cruise ship excursions in most of our
Alaskan ports. For our fishing enthusiasts, we have
many options including salmon fishing, Halibut
fishing, skiff crabbing, skiff fishing, fly fishing,
or spin fishing. Our fishing shore excursions are
offered in Juneau, Ketchikan and Sitka.
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Our Deluxe, Fully Escorted Ultimate
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The ultimate Alaska vacation! Hosted by a tour
director with most meals on land included ( all at
sea ) and enhanced sightseeing, these vacations
feature the highest level of service. Visit not only
Denali but also the legendary locales like Copper
River and the Kenai Peninsula.
Here are some things you can expect on a Connoisseur
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:: 7-day Voyage of the Glaciers cruise
:: 2 or more nights in the Denali area
:: Visit the stunning Kenai Peninsula and
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Nothing Compares to an Alaska Vacation
"To fully experience Alaska, discover its interior,
where communities remain intimately connected to the
land, where wild animals roam as they have for
millennia and where native nations thrive. On an
Alaska cruise, you'll journey along the southeast
coastline of Alaska, experiencing its glaciers,
nature's ever-changing and fragile masterpieces. But
with a land & sea combination vacation known as a
Cruisetour, you'll uncover so much more.
On the Kenai Peninsula, glacier-covered mountains
descend into bays abundant with sea life. Journey
north, and you'll travel among the vast tundra and
taiga forests of Denali National Park. A single road
crosses this untouched wilderness, home to North
America's tallest peak and a stunning array of
wildlife. Connect with Alaska's Native Peoples and
meet city dwellers who are as diverse as the
landscapes they inhabit: from cosmopolitan espresso
drinkers to anglers and mountaineers, all are part
of the fascinating culture that is Alaska.
With an Alaska Cruisetour, you'll enjoy the best of
Alaska, by combining a seven-night sailing along its
southeastern coastline with a small-group tour into
its magnificent inland destinations such as Kenai,
Cooper River, the Yukon, and Denali. Stay in the
finest available lodges and embark on remote roads
and railways in deluxe transportation. All with
escorted or hosted staff, who are passionate about
sharing their Alaska with you. Every aspect of your
journey has been carefully curated for you to
discover the Last Frontier."
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Source: Celebrity Cruises ]
So are your ready to get started? Call us at
800.365.1445 and let us help you check that Alaskan
adventure off your bucket list.
Take An Adventure To The Last Frontier in Alaska
Everything about Alaska is massive - from the
90-pound cabbages grown in the Matanuska Valley to
the coastline that's longer than all the other U.S.
states combined. North America's tallest peak,
Denali, beckons from the center of the state and its
wild, beating heart, Denali National Park. Hike
through this vast wilderness, where taiga forests
full of pines and spruce stretch below the towering
peaks. Sail by the icy beauty of some of the world's
most impressive glaciers, from the Hubbard Glacier
and the Tracy Arm Fjord. Cruise to Alaska to rent a
bike and pedal along Anchorage's Coastal Trail for
sweeping views of the rugged forests and the
expansive ocean.
The focal point of Denali National Park is
20,310-foot Denali, the tallest peak in
North America. Princess cruisetours take you
close to this inspiring wonder as well as
other breathtaking ranges such as
Wrangell-St. Elias. Take a moment to pause
and gaze up. Massive, eternally snow-capped
mountains rise majestically against the
bright blue sky, which darkens to a majestic
indigo at twilight. Wild, untamed and
exquisitely unique, this astounding
landscape dwarfs your wildest imagination.
No other place offers such untouched beauty.
Home to almost 3,000 peaks and Denali, North
America's tallest mountain, Alaska's summits
are a feast for your eyes. And one you'll
never forget.
Alaskan cruising is affordable, only
the memories are priceless!
Often, visiting Alaska has as much to do with what
people may feel as with what they will see. There is
a mystique that surrounds Alaska. To some it
represents a dream, a trip of a life time, a life
altering event, a chance to reach out and touch
something inside themselves that is wild and
beautiful like they imagine Alaska to be. Our job is
to put that dream - or as much as possible of it -
within reach of you. Alaskan cruising is affordable,
only the memories are priceless! When it comes to
planning your trip, Alaskan Cruises & Land and Sea
Vacations are more economical than you might think.
With a wide range of options and choices, there's a
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Cruising Alaska is about more than
just moments. Cruising Alaska is about memories that
last forever! Say Alaska and a variety of images and
impressions come to mind: towering mountains,
watchable wildlife, icy blue glaciers, endless
wilderness, vibrant Native culture, leaping salmon,
hardy outdoors; "Alaska: America's last frontier"
Cruising Alaska gives you a first-row ticket to the
best of nature - including fjords, wildlife and
mountains
galore.
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Awards & Accolades
Best
Cruise Line - Alaska: *Travel Weekly,
15-time winner of "Best Cruise
Line in Alaska" :: Women's
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Best
Alaska Cruises: Cruise Critic and
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Alaska Itineraries: Porthole Magazine
Best
Alaska Cruises for In-Depth
Exploration: USA Today
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North to Alaska: Travel Weekly
What to Expect on an Alaska Cruisetour [ Land + Sea
Vacation ] Cruisetours combine a 7 day cruise with a
multi-day land experience, with a choice of visits
to Denali, Kenai, Copper River, Canada's Yukon
Territory, Anchorage, Haines, Talkeetna, and
Fairbanks. The Most Popular Route:
Anchorage-Denali-Fairbanks
The typical Anchorage-Denali-Fairbanks [ or in
reverse order ] cruisetour is offered before or
after a north - or -southbound Gulf of Alaska Voyage
of the Glaciers cruise, sailing between Vancouver
and either Seward or Whittier, the two main docking
ports for Anchorage. When you disembark your cruise
ship you will head for Anchorage via motorcoach or,
if they're sailing with Princess Cruises, board a
"direct to the wilderness" train directly at
Whittier to Denali. The train gets you there sooner.
From Anchorage you go on up to Denali National Park,
a 6-million-acre preserve full of wildlife
(bears, moose, dall sheep, fox, eagles and more),
massive glaciers and majestic mountains and valleys,
sweeping views of subarctic tundra, and Denali
(formally known as Mt. McKinley), North America's
highest peak at 20,320 feet. Travelers stay at
lodges in or around the park perimeter, some owned
directly by Princess. After a one or two day visit
you'll go by train to Fairbanks, which is a hub for
amazing activities in its outlying areas, including
paddle-wheel day cruises on the Chena and Tanana
rivers, jet-boat rides, and excursions to gold mines
and retired dredges. Passengers typically fly home
from Fairbanks. Anchorage-Denali-Fairbanks
cruisetours generally run between 10 and 14 nights.
A typical route, such as Princess's popular "Denali
Adventure" tours, spends two days at Denali and one
in Fairbanks, with the option of adding a second day
in Fairbanks and one in Anchorage. Optional
extensions to Kenai Peninsula and/or the
Wrangell - St. Elias National Park and Preserve.
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Cruisetour [ land + Sea vacation ]
Who You'll Be Cruising and Touring With
While Alaska cruises and cruisetours can be enjoyed by people of all
ages, they generally appeal to people more advanced
in age - baby boomers, in particular. Many Alaska
cruise lines allow children aboard their ships and
tours,
although they may have age restrictions in place and
a land tour may not be ideal for very young
children. The makeup
of a cruise or land tour can include people of a wide range of
nationalities, but more often than not, guests come
from the United States and Canada.
Best Times to Go
Whether you choose to travel in June, July, August
or May, or September, you'll be able to gain a deep cultural,
active and inspirational experience in Alaska. In
the summer, you may witness local outdoor events and
lively activities that only occur during the warmer
months of the year. Cooler weather in early May or
September may mean you'll run into fewer people in the
streets of towns, cities and seaside ports you
visit, which will allow you to take your time and
get a closer look at sites that interest you without
feeling rushed or crowded.
Local Flavor
Alaska's culinary scene sizzles, so grab a fork and
dig in! Restaurants serve up tantalizing tastes that
will please any palate. Dishes draw on fresh Alaska
ingredients, but also incorporate cuisines from
around the globe. Anchorage is the perfect place to
enjoy an array of flavors amid an Alaska journey.
Start the day sunny-side up, fuel a day's travels,
celebrate with an unforgettable dinner or enjoy
sweet desserts. Just steps from Alaska waters, chefs
delight in presenting Alaska's wild-caught seafood
and locally grown produce. If it's a hankering for
halibut or a craving for crab, local restaurateurs
provide an unequaled feast from Alaska waters.
Whether ensconced with a magnificent view of the
mountains, cuddling in a cozy cafe, sipping a
marvelous martini, imbibing a local microbrew or
grabbing a reindeer hot dog to go, Alaska offers
options to fit every taste and budget. Bon appetit!
[ Source:
Visit Anchorage Dining Guide]
What You Should Pack
Given that weather will be variable depending on
where your Alaska cruise takes you, bringing along
both warm and light clothes is wise. Even during
the summer months, there is rain, and temperatures
can vary from hot to cool, from port to port, so it's
best to plan for layers even if the weather is hot.
Additionally, you'll likely be doing a lot of
walking, so bring along comfortable shoes. Lastly,
pack comfortable clothes for outdoor activities and
a few dressier items for onboard events. Be sure to
bring along bug spray, sun glasses, hats, and a rain
jacket.
How Taking an Alaska Cruise Differs from a Cruisetour
Adventuring in Alaska is all about getting to know this state's stunning landscape.
Spend some time exploring the quiet lakes, imposing glaciers and breathtaking mountain views,
and you'll have only warm impressions of this wilderness. Exploring the interior of Alaska will give you an entirely
different perspective on this vast and rugged state. Take an Inside Passage or
Voyage of the Glaciers cruise and gaze upward at the sky that is as blue as the lakes below. Hop on the Alaskan Railroad near Anchorage and see the spruce-lined, mountainous landscape whirl by from a new perspective. Alaska is tailor-made for
once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Whether you sail its icy bays trying to spot huge cold-water whales or fly high above this rough-and-tumble landscape from the vantage of a helicopter, you're sure to come away with memories you couldn't have made anywhere else.
Alaskan Cruise Routes Alaskan cruises take the Inside Passage route that sails round-trip from San
Francisco, Los Angeles, Vancouver or Seattle with ports of call choices of
Juneau, Sitka, Ketchikan, Skagway, Icy Strait Point, Haines and Glacier Bay with
a stop in Vancouver or Victoria Canada. The Gulf of Alaska - Voyage of the
Glaciers route sails between Vancouver and Whittier or Seward ports for
Anchorage or vice versa. Ports of call might include Glacier Bay and/ or Tracy
Arm, Hubbard Glacier as well as the Inside Passage ports of Ketchikan, Juneau,
and Skagway. Gulf of Alaska cruises usually debark or embark in either
Seward, which is 125 miles from Anchorage or Whittier which is 65 miles from
Anchorage. Land tour extensions to interior Alaska, with rail and/or motorcoach
transportation to visit Denali National Park, Copper River, Kenai or Canada's
Yukon Territory start in Anchorage or Fairbanks.
Lots to See and Do Alaska journeys are full of shore excursions from the mild to the wild.
Whale watching, dog sledding, hiking, river rafting, fishing, flightseeing,
helicopter glacier landings. These are just a few once-in-a-lifetime experiences
among hundreds of choices.
Destinations Anchorage, Copper River, Denali, Dawson City ( Canada ), Glacier Bay, Haines,
Hubbard Glacier, Juneau, Kenai, Ketchikan, Misty Fjords, Seattle, Seward,
Whittier, Sitka, Skagway, Tracy Arm/Sawyer Glacier, Valdez, Vancouver (Canada),
Victoria (Canada) Whitehorse ( Canada )
Embarkation points San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, Seward, or Whittier( for Anchorage),
Vancouver
Most Popular Cruise lines Celebrity, Holland America, Norwegian, Princess, Regent, Royal Caribbean, Viking
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Denali National Park:
North America's highest mountain, 20,320-foot Denali ( formally named Mount
McKinley.), Moose, Bear, Dall Sheep, Fox among the wildlife. Glacier Bay National Park :
Covering 3.3 million acres of rugged mountains, dynamic glaciers, temperate
rainforest, wild coastlines and deep sheltered fjords, Glacier Bay National Park
is a highlight of Alaska's Inside Passage Haines: Fill the long daylight hours
of summer with a rafting trip, a deep-sea halibut fishing charter, or a hike
through an ancient spruce forest. Visit museums dedicated to our earliest
residents, the Native Tlingit people, and a national favorite, the American Bald
Eagle. And if your still up for more, explore gold rush era Fort William H.
Seward, or find yourself alone at the end of a rocky beach trail. Juneau : Juneau Alaska stands on one
of the largest wilderness areas in the United States. Here you can spend your
time viewing wildlife, taking the fishing trip of your life, exploring atop
glaciers or enjoying the city's shops, restaurants and artistic flare. You
can visit Mendenhall Glacier up close as part of a helicopter tour, float
trip, or the viewing area of Mendenhall Glacier, accessible by bus or car. Ketchikan, Ketchikan, Alaska is
truly the beginning of the last frontier. Set at the southernmost entrance to
Alaska's famed Inside Passage, a network of waterways that snake through some of
the most jaw-dropping beautiful wilderness in the world. Ketchikan is best
known for three things: feisty salmon, idyllic scenery, and an incredibly rich
Alaska Native culture. If you're a fisherman, visit Ketchikan, the "Salmon
Capital of the World". Ketchikan boasts the largest number of totem poles in
Alaska, a collection that includes recently carved poles and some that are more
than 100 years old. The Totem Heritage Center, which offers classes in Native
arts, houses a large collection of Native artifacts, including several ancient
totem poles, cedar bark baskets, beaded regalia, button robes, and other
beautifully hand-crafted works of art.
Skagway: The Skagway downtown
area has been designated as part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical
Park. Skagway is the embarkation point for the famous Chilkoot and White Pass
trails. Take a trip on the White Pass and Yukon Route Railway. an historic
narrow gauge railway that goes past some stunning scenery to White Pass Summit,
along the US/Canada border. Tracy Arm-Sawyer Glacier :
view glacier-carved cliffs, spectacular waterfalls and exciting close-up views
of the majestic Sawyer Glaciers. Look for waterfalls, beaver, seals, bears and
bald eagles. Vancouver:A cosmopolitan city
right on the edge of nature, Vancouver makes it easy to combine an urban getaway
with outdoor adventure. From family-friendly fun to thrill-seeking exploits;
from marine exploring to mountaintop luxury, you'll find plenty of things to do
in Vancouver. Be sure to explore Gastown, a neighborhood filled with
historic buildings, restaurants, boutiques and art galleries.
Victoria : Victoria combines
the best of land and sea to create a perfect island playground for adventurous
outdoor enthusiasts. Rugged west coast shores and mountains, lush rainforest
canopy and pacific breezes offer a natural environment tailor made for
everything from hiking, cycling and kayaking, to diving, fishing, picnicking and
even ziplining above the treetops. Tour the famous Butchart Gardens, discover
beautiful Craigdarroch Castle, and feel the pulse of Canada's oldest
Chinatown, truly a hidden gem. Or escape to the water with world-class whale
watching, kayaking, fishing and sailing. There's no shortage of ways to make
your Victoria visit truly unforgettable.
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