Arctic
Alaska
Arctic
Arctic
An intimate cruise from Sitka to Juneau, navigating through Alaska's most stunning fjords and islands. Discover gold rush history and witness incredible calving glaciers.
Duration: 6 days
Starts: Sitka, United States
Ends: Juneau, United States
Language: Englsih speaking voyage
This is an adventure-focused itinerary with a flexible schedule depending on navigating conditions and permit allocations.
All rates are per person based on double occupancy. Single Supplement 150% of double occupancy rate. Children 15 & under are 15% off. 3rd & 4th guests are 15% off, applicable when 2 adults or 1 adult & 1 child is booked in room. Port fees & taxes are in addition to your cruise fare and are subject to change up until a booking is paid in full.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Journey through some of Alaska's most stunning fjords and islands on an intimate cruise from Sitka to Juneau. Your adventure begins in Sitka, a community famous for its rugged mountain peaks and island-studded waterfront. This is a trip of "True Alaska" discovery, with opportunities for kayaking, remote beach landings, and other activities determined by the captain and expedition team. You'll voyage through Chatham and Icy Strait, well-known areas for some of the best wildlife viewing in the region.
The highlight for many is Glacier Bay National Park, a remarkable fjord that provides pristine habitat for a wide array of wildlife. You'll also visit Skagway, a Klondike gold rush town where you can retrace the steps of gold-seekers on a historic railroad that climbs nearly 3,000 feet. This unique blend of natural wonders and rich history makes for an unforgettable journey into the Last Frontier.
Highlights:
Explore the pristine habitat of Glacier Bay National Park.
Revisit history on the White Pass and Yukon Route railroad in Skagway.
Witness the dramatic calving of Margerie Glacier or John Hopkins Glacier.
Enjoy intimate coves and inlets in the heart of Alaska's wilderness.
Go kayaking or take a remote beach landing via expedition vessel.
Day 1: Sitka
Embarkation and a charming waterfront
Welcome to Sitka. Explore this picturesque community with its totem poles, historical park, and St. Michael’s Cathedral. Be charmed by its island-studded waterfront and abundant wildlife.
Day 2: Chatham Strait & Icy Strait
Wildlife viewing and remote adventures
Voyage through Chatham and Icy Strait, well known for some of the best wildlife viewing. Enjoy a day of "True Alaska" discovery with activities like kayaking or a remote beach landing, as determined by the captain.
Day 3: Glacier Bay National Park
A remarkable national park fjord
Spend the day in Glacier Bay National Park, a 65-mile fjord with tidewater glaciers. This park provides a pristine habitat for a wide array of wildlife, including bears, wolves, mountain goats, and sea lions. The highlight is the Margerie Glacier or John Hopkins Glacier, known for their dramatic calving displays.
Day 4: Lynn Canal
Exploration of an intimate inlet
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 5: Skagway
History of the Klondike gold rush
Stroll the boardwalks of the gold rush town of Skagway. Enjoy a unique journey on the White Pass and Yukon Route railroad, retracing the steps of gold-seekers into Canada. The railroad climbs nearly 3,000 feet in 20 miles and offers stunning wilderness views.
Day 6: Juneau
Disembarkation
Disembark in Juneau, the capital city of Alaska. Transportation to your hotel or the airport is complimentary on the day of disembarkation.
Day 1: Sitka
Embarkation and a charming waterfront
Welcome to Sitka. Explore this picturesque community with its totem poles, historical park, and St. Michael’s Cathedral. Be charmed by its island-studded waterfront and abundant wildlife.
Day 2: Chatham Strait & Icy Strait
Wildlife viewing and remote adventures
Voyage through Chatham and Icy Strait, well known for some of the best wildlife viewing. Enjoy a day of "True Alaska" discovery with activities like kayaking or a remote beach landing, as determined by the captain.
Day 3: Glacier Bay National Park
A remarkable national park fjord
Spend the day in Glacier Bay National Park, a 65-mile fjord with tidewater glaciers. This park provides a pristine habitat for a wide array of wildlife, including bears, wolves, mountain goats, and sea lions. The highlight is the Margerie Glacier or John Hopkins Glacier, known for their dramatic calving displays.
Day 4: Lynn Canal
Exploration of an intimate inlet
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 5: Skagway
History of the Klondike gold rush
Stroll the boardwalks of the gold rush town of Skagway. Enjoy a unique journey on the White Pass and Yukon Route railroad, retracing the steps of gold-seekers into Canada. The railroad climbs nearly 3,000 feet in 20 miles and offers stunning wilderness views.
Day 6: Juneau
Disembarkation
Disembark in Juneau, the capital city of Alaska. Transportation to your hotel or the airport is complimentary on the day of disembarkation.
INCLUSIONS
Selected passenger cabin facilities
All meals aboard the vessel or where otherwise indicated
Selected shore excursions as indicated in itinerary
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
EXCLUSIONS
Airfare to and from your home city
Beer, wine, and other alcoholic beverages
Gratuities to crew
FareHarbor and other travel agent charges
Travel insurance
Taxes and port fees
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
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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.
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* 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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