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May 15: 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 16: 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 17: 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 18: 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 19: 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 20: 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 21: 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 22: 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 23: 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 24:  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 25:  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 26:  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 27:  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.