Arctic
Alaska
Arctic
Arctic
An unhurried 6-day expedition covering Alaska’s famous wildlife, pristine wilderness, Glacier Bay National Park, and three historic towns: Sitka, Skagway, and Juneau.
Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Starts: Juneau, Alaska
Ends: Sitka, Alaska
Language: English speaking voyage
The itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather and ice conditions. The Captain and/or Expedition Leader will make necessary adjustments to ensure the best possible experience.
Ship Cruise More info about this activity
Not only we travel from one point to another and find our shelter on board the ship we chose. We also enjoy from incredible scenery, landscapes and interactions that only our noble vessel can provide.
Everyday the Bridge Team navigates the ship to position ourselves on the best posible spots, looking for unique opportunities.
Many times, this includes sainig through narrow passages, on the vicinity of glaciers or entering bays and fjords only approachable from the ship.
Enjoy this incredible places from the comfort of the common areas on board, open decks or your own private balcony!
Shore Excursion More info about this activity
Shore excursions are the backbone of almost all itineraries, with most ships making landfall at least once every day once they reach their destination. The weather plays a huge role in your daily itinerary, although given the sheer array of fantastic landing sites all over there are plenty of options your Captain and Expedition Leader can choose from. On-shore excursions allow you to visit scientific research stations, communities, prominent wildlife colonies and take hikes to elevated viewing points for fantastic photography.
Zodiac cruising More info about this activity
On board the Zodiac you will discover a world of possibilities; accessing the most exclusive landing sites, cruising the coast in search of wildlife or simply enjoying a tour in the calm of the polar regions in search of marine wildlife or bird colonies.
The blue ice an its intimate presence is experienced at its best on zodiac tours.
It is not uncommon to meet curious seals, or humpback whales feeding.
Enrichment Program More info about this activity
Expedition cruising must be one of the most incredible ways of travelling. Not only for the amazing places you visit and the unforgetable wildlife but for the wildlife, the sensory overload and the unimaginable memories.
But all of this needs a context in order to understand where you are and what you are experiencing.
On board your expedition vessell you will find a group of experts, naturalists, zodiac drivers and guides that that will translate the language of nature for you, telling you the stories of the places you are visiting, reviewing the historical, biological, ecological and geological aspects of your trips.
You will experience first hand what surrounds you and arrive back home wiser and loaded with new knowledge.
Hiking More info about this activity
Hiking options include very easy beach hikes (good for photographers who need time for photography), easier short hikes, medium-difficulty extended hikes, and more challenging long hikes.
Communities More info about this activity
The experience is not only about nature, but about the people who live in the places we visit.
We are always welcomed by the locals and respectfully wander around their towns and villages, shareing their lifestyle for a few moments.
Cultural shows and folcloric dances and arts are part of the hightlights of this encounters.
Kayaking More info about this activity
The experience of sea kayaking in the humbling wilderness of Antarctica or the Arctic is guaranteed to stir your soul.
Sea kayaking is one of the highlights for any Polar Traveller, providing ice and weather conditions are assessed as safe by your Expedition Team.
This activity requires previous kayaking experience.
Experience an amazing array of True Alaska highlights in a five-night timeframe. The "North to True Alaska Expedition" remains in the line-up by popular demand, offering an unhurried itinerary with multiple opportunities for unscripted discovery. You’ll experience Alaska’s famous wildlife, pristine wilderness bays, and rainforest, combining kayak and expedition vessel adventures.
The voyage includes a full day in the stunning Glacier Bay National Park, a 65-mile fjord that provides pristine habitat for bears, mountain goats, and humpback whales. You will explore three of the Inside Passage’s most historical and charming towns: Sitka, Skagway, and Juneau. In Skagway, you can stroll the boardwalks of the rollicking Klondike gold rush town and retrace the steps of gold-seekers aboard the White Pass and Yukon Route railroad.
Highlights:
Spend a full day exploring the stunning tidewater glaciers of Glacier Bay National Park.
Visit Skagway, a rollicking Klondike gold rush town, and ride the White Pass and Yukon Route railroad.
Explore the Chilkat Peninsula and Admiralty Island, including Alaskan Dream Cruises’ exclusive property at William Henry Bay.
Voyage through Chatham and Icy Straits, well known for some of the region's best wildlife viewing.
Discover Sitka, adorned with remarkable totem poles and St. Michael’s Cathedral.
Day 1: Juneau
Embarkation and capital city exploration
Disembark in Juneau, the beautiful capital city of Alaska. Transportation to your hotel or the airport is complimentary on the day of disembarkation. We encourage you to spend some time exploring the capital on your own.
Day 2: Skagway
Klondike gold rush town and scenic railroad
Stroll the boardwalks of the rollicking Klondike gold rush town of Skagway while enjoying its unique history. Wooden buildings, streets, and docks were constructed in mere months. Aboard the White Pass and Yukon Route railroad, you’ll enjoy a journey retracing the steps of gold-seekers into Canada.
Day 3: Lynn Canal
Kayak and expedition in the heart of Alaska’s wilderness
Venture into one of the many intimate coves or inlets of the Chilkat Peninsula or Admiralty Island, such as Alaskan Dream Cruises’ exclusive property at William Henry Bay. Enjoy kayak and expedition vessel exploration in the heart of Alaska’s wilderness.
Day 4: Glacier Bay National Park
Tidewater glaciers and marine habitat
This remarkable national park fjord extends 65 miles, contains tidewater glaciers, and provides pristine habitat for a wide-array of wildlife, including both brown and black bears, wolves, mountain goats, Steller sea lions, and humpback whales. The highlight for many is Margerie Glacier or John Hopkins Glacier, which have been known for their dramatic calving displays.
Day 5: Chatham Strait & Icy Strait
True Alaska discovery and adventure
Voyage through Chatham Strait and Icy Strait en route to Sitka. These areas are well known for some of the best wildlife viewing in the region. This is a day of True Alaska discovery and adventure that may include kayaking, a remote beach landing via our expedition vessel, or other activities determined by the captain and expedition team.
Day 6: Sitka
Disembarkation
Welcome to beautiful Sitka, considered by many to be one of the most picturesque communities in The Last Frontier. Disembark and explore the community’s rich culture, history, and biodiversity before departing for your onward journey.
Day 1: Juneau
Embarkation and capital city exploration
Disembark in Juneau, the beautiful capital city of Alaska. Transportation to your hotel or the airport is complimentary on the day of disembarkation. We encourage you to spend some time exploring the capital on your own.
Day 2: Skagway
Klondike gold rush town and scenic railroad
Stroll the boardwalks of the rollicking Klondike gold rush town of Skagway while enjoying its unique history. Wooden buildings, streets, and docks were constructed in mere months. Aboard the White Pass and Yukon Route railroad, you’ll enjoy a journey retracing the steps of gold-seekers into Canada.
Day 3: Lynn Canal
Kayak and expedition in the heart of Alaska’s wilderness
Venture into one of the many intimate coves or inlets of the Chilkat Peninsula or Admiralty Island, such as Alaskan Dream Cruises’ exclusive property at William Henry Bay. Enjoy kayak and expedition vessel exploration in the heart of Alaska’s wilderness.
Day 4: Glacier Bay National Park
Tidewater glaciers and marine habitat
This remarkable national park fjord extends 65 miles, contains tidewater glaciers, and provides pristine habitat for a wide-array of wildlife, including both brown and black bears, wolves, mountain goats, Steller sea lions, and humpback whales. The highlight for many is Margerie Glacier or John Hopkins Glacier, which have been known for their dramatic calving displays.
Day 5: Chatham Strait & Icy Strait
True Alaska discovery and adventure
Voyage through Chatham Strait and Icy Strait en route to Sitka. These areas are well known for some of the best wildlife viewing in the region. This is a day of True Alaska discovery and adventure that may include kayaking, a remote beach landing via our expedition vessel, or other activities determined by the captain and expedition team.
Day 6: Sitka
Disembarkation
Welcome to beautiful Sitka, considered by many to be one of the most picturesque communities in The Last Frontier. Disembark and explore the community’s rich culture, history, and biodiversity before departing for your onward journey.
INCLUSIONS
Selected Passenger cabin facilities
All meals and beverages (including alcohol) aboard the Vessel or where otherwise indicated
Selected shore excursions as indicated in itinerary (subject to “Excursions Disclaimer” below)
Ground transportation to and from the Vessel’s location at time of embarkation and disembarkation
Ground transportation from the local airport to selected hotels at the Vessel’s location the day before or the day of Vessel embarkation
Ground transportation from selected hotels at the Vessel’s location to the local airport the day of or the day after Vessel disembarkation
Use of recreational equipment as indicated in itinerary
All standard onboard services
Excursions Disclaimer: Please be advised that all shore excursions available during the Cruise are provided by third-party operators independent of Alaskan Dream Cruises. Any changes, cancellations, or alterations to a shore excursion are beyond the control of Alaskan Dream Cruises. Accordingly, Alaskan Dream Cruises assumes no responsibility or liability for any changes, cancellations, or alterations related to shore excursions; and no refunds will be made for any changes, cancellations, or alterations of shore excursions by third-party operators. The foregoing sentence applies even in those instances where Alaskan Dream Cruises attempts in its best efforts to book Passenger on a shore excursion to substitute a changed, canceled, or altered shore excursion.
EXCLUSIONS
Airfare to and from your home city
Gratuities to crew
FareHarbor and other travel agent charges
Travel insurance
Taxes and port fees
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Two twin beds, porthole windows, spacious wardrobe, private bathroom with shower.
Approx. 105 sq. ft.
Two twin beds, picture windows (301 & 302 have one window), spacious wardrobe, private bathroom with shower.
Approx. 109 sq. ft.
One queen bed or two twin beds, a large picture window, spacious wardrobe, private bathroom with shower.
Approx. 109 sq. ft.
One queen bed or two twin beds, a large picture window, spacious wardrobe, private bathroom with shower.
Approx. 155 sq. ft.
Two-room suite, each with option of queen bed, two twin beds or bunk beds. Large picture windows, wardrobe, two private bathrooms with showers.
Approx. 218 sq. ft.
One Queen and one single bed, picture window, private bathroom with shower.
Approx. 109 sq. feet.
Two twin beds, wardrobe, picture window, private bathroom with shower.
Approx. 105 sq. feet.
One queen bed and either two chairs or one twin bed. Large picture window, wardrobe, private bathroon with shower.
Approx. 116 sq. feet.
Una cama queen y dos sillas o una cama individual adicional (o litera). Gran ventanal, armario, baño privado con ducha.
Aprox. 110 pies cuadrados
One queen bed and either two chairs or an additional twin bed (or bunk bed). Large picture window, wardrobe, private bathroon with shower.
Approx. 210 sq. feet.
* The prices are per person in US Dollars, unless expressly specified in a different currency. In that case, payment will be in US dollars at the exchange rate of the day.
** Rates are correct at the time of publication. All prices will be re-confirmed by email at the time of booking.
NOTE: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed.
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