Alaskan Cruise
« Island Spirit
| Days | Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | |
| Twin Stateroom | Queen Stateroom | ||
| 9 | Jun 5 '11 Jun 24 '11 Jul 3 '11 Aug 9 '11 Aug 28 '11 |
$4,495 | $4,795 |
| Destinations : Alaska |
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Day 1 Arrive Petersberg, Alaska
Frantasy Cruises will meet you at the airport and transfer to town for shopping and lunch on your own. Your baggage will be transferred to the vessel and stowed in your cabin. Afternoon activities to include: Tours of Petersburg Cannery and interpretive Muskeg walk. Later today you will enjoy an early dinner at the Sons of Norway Hall with entertainment. Board the vessel and meet the crew - cocktail reception/dinner. Early evening cruise to Anchorage.
Day 2 Northbound
Whale search and cruise northbound toward our Glacier area. Search for humpback whales enroute. Tides permitting, we may visit 5 Fingers Lighthouse, one of the oldest in SE Alaska. Anchor tonight in a quiet wilderness anchorage.
Day 3 Endicott Arm & Holkam Bay
This morning you will cruise up to visit Dawes Glacier. An active Tidewater Glacier in Endicott Arm and Holkam Bay. Enjoy time by the glacier with a great opportunity to see calving and harbour seals with their young pups. Afterward, anchor at a local inlet for exploring and kayaking.
Day 4 Canyons-Ford Terror
Today we enter one of SE Alaska's most pristine scenic Canyons-Fords Terror. Known for swirling rapids and sheer cliff faces, this wonderful wilderness are is protected under the Tongass National Forest. Today we enjoy a majestic place to kayak and explore that very few even know exists.
Day 5 Juneau
We depart early this morning, cruising north for a port call in Juneau, Alaska. There will be free time here for shopping and time to tour town. Perhaps you'll take the Mt Roberts tram or visit the famous Red Dog Saloon. A map is provided for your use after a brief tour. The crew will walk any interested clients up to the Governor's Mansion for a peek. Evening cruising to Barlow Cove.
Day 6 Chatham Strait
Cruise this morning in Chatham Strait and search for Dalls Porpoise and Orca Whales. Today enjoy a true unique Alaskan community of Tenakee Springs - population 97! There will be time to stroll among the waterfront homes, visit the merchantile founded in 1899, and enjoy a little shopping at the friendly bakery. Later this evening move to another truly Alaskan community of Baranoff Warm Springs, a remote wilderness boardwalk community.
Day 7 Baranoff Warm Springs
Enjoy a leisurely morning by a great waterfall, kayak or just soak in a private hot tub at the head of the dock. This is truly an amazing Alaskan village and there is much to explore. If advance plans are made, there's even a masseuse available for a spa treatment out here in the wilderness. Maybe you'll take the short hike to the lake or just relax along the shore. After a great morning enjoy some afternoon cruising to another remote anchorage.
Day 8 Sitka
Morning cruise into Sitka, Alaska. Afternoon tours to include Raptor Rehabilitation Center and lecture, Totem Park and Sheldon Jackson museums. Afterward, shopping time then back to the vessel for the Captains Dinner with a slide presentation after dinner.
Day 9 Disembark
This morning after breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home.
Itinerary Notes
The exact cruise route and components may vary due to the Captains discretion. We will always strive to provide the best trip available! Some things may change due to weather, wildlife, tour availability etc.Deposit & Payment
Initial deposit is $1000 per person, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Alternatively, you can send a check to our Missoula, Montana, office or register online at: http://www.alvoyages.com/four-ways/
Final payment is due 70 days prior to departure.
Booking last minute? No problem! Please contact one of our trip planners, and we can get you on your way if booking less than 70 days prior to departure.
Click here to see a copy of our Terms and Conditions.
Cancellation Policy
| Days Prior to departure | Fee |
|---|---|
| 90 days or more | full refund |
| 60-89 days | 50 % trip cost |
| 59 days or less` | 100% trip cost |
Island Spirit
- Ship Highlights
- Passengers : 32
The Island Spirit carries up to 32 passengers overnight in 17 comfortable staterooms. Each room has a private bath and shower, as well as a minimum of one large opening window for wonderful views and fresh air ventilation during you Alaska cruise.
There are two staircases for access between decks. The stairs are brightly lit and are easy to navigate with handrails. Although we cruise in primarily protected waterways, the Island Spirit has been upgraded to 2010 USCG vessel standards. The vessel utilizes fin stabilizers and a reshaped hull for extra stability and cruising comfort.
Our Vessel Is Blue, But Our Impact Is Green!
The Island Spirit is a three deck U.S. Coast Guard licensed and inspected passenger vessel. Originally built in 1978 as an oil field supply vessel, she is all-aluminum and heavily constructed. The vessel was completely rebuilt and re-powered in 2002 with Caterpillar marine engines. These new state-of-the-art engines meet all existing EPA low pollution standards. The Island Spirit continues to set the benchmark for low impact on the environment.
We are the only US Coast Guard licensed small ship to power our guest and public areas by batteries at night. We utilize excess power during the day to charge up for super quiet evenings. We don't run engines at night so you'll sleep right. Imagine anchoring in pristine Alaskan bays on such a quiet vessel.
On the Island Spirit, all of our ship's liquids are treated prior to discharge — even your shower and sink water. All galley sinks are also treated.
Features and Amenities
Interior Features
-Cozy lounge with a full-service bar
-Full-size shower in every stateroom
-Library for quiet reading time
-Two televisions and a sound system
-Perfect for celebrating special occasions
Exterior Features
-Full-size windows in lounges and staterooms
-Open bow area with cushioned seating
-Outdoor back deck with tables and chairs
-8 single and 8 double kayaks
-Comfortable 10-person zodiacs
-A fuel surcharge may be added due to fuel price volatility.
-All rates are quoted in USD and are based on double occupancy.
-Limited special single cabins available on first come first served basis for the same rate.
| Cabins | |
|---|---|
 | Twin Stateroom Stateroom with two twin beds, private bathroom with shower. All rooms have full size windows with screens. |
| Queen Stateroom Slightly larger stateroom with queen bed, private bathroom with shower. All rooms have full size windows with screens. | |
