Ship: Island Spirit
Itinerary: Alaskan Cruise
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| Day 1 : | Arrive Petersberg, Alaska |
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| Day 2 : | Northbound |
| Day 3 : | Endicott Arm & Holkam Bay |
| Day 4 : | Canyons-Ford Terror |
| Day 5 : | Juneau |
| Day 6 : | Chatham Strait |
| Day 7 : | Baranoff Warm Springs |
| Day 8 : | Sitka |
| Day 9 : | Disembark |
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| Days | Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | |
| Twin Stateroom | Queen Stateroom | ||
| 9 | May 27, 2010 * Jun 6, 2010 Jun 25, 2010 Jul 12, 2010 Aug 8, 2010 * |
$4,395 | $4,695 |
| Jul 12- Special Wilderness Itinerary Juneau to Sitka * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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| 9 | Jun 15, 2010 * | $4,695 | $4,995 |
| Photo Emphasis! * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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| Destinations : Alaska Activities : Cultural Activities, Gourmet, Hiking, Nature Viewing, Paddling, Photography, Whale Watching |
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-Port fees, taxes, permits, pre-cruise hotel and all tours are included.
-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.
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.
If your idea of a great vacation includes spending absolutely quiet evenings anchored in peaceful coves, getting up-close and personal with the native wildlife, and sight-seeing and shopping throughout Southeast Alaska's most popular destinations, then we have the perfect cruise for you. Imagine enjoying humpback whales and marine mammals close enough to hear the "rush" of their breathing. Cruising the rugged shorelines and remote bays of Alaska's Panhandle. Bald eagles, cormorants, tufted puffins, loons, and Pacific sea birds right outside your cabin window. Feeling the need to get even closer to nature? You can enjoy one of our ship's kayaks to explore the "nooks and crannies" of our evening anchorage, or help a crew member pull in a crab trap to check for the catch of the day.
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.
Ship Description: Island Spirit
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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.
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
Twin StateroomStateroom 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. |
