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Itinerary: Russian Far East and Kamchatka
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| Day 1 : | Anchorage/Nome/ Embark Clipper Odyssey |
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| Day 2 : | St. Lawrence Island/Gambell Island, Alaska |
| Day 3 : | Provideniya/ Bering sea cruising |
| Day 4 : | Sireniki Village/Imtook Lagoon |
| Day 5 : | Gabrilla Bay/Cape Navarin |
| Days 6-7 : | Northern Kamchatka/Koryakskiy region |
| Day 8 : | Mainapilgino River Village |
| Day 9 : | Anadyr Bay Region |
| Day 10 : | Achen Lagoon |
| Day 11 : | Big Diomede/Cape Deshnev, Russia |
| Day 12 : | Lorino Village/ Cape Krigyugun Russia |
| Day 13 : | Arakamchechen Archipelego/Ittygran Island, Russia |
| Day 14 : | Nome/Anchorage/Home |
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| Destinations : Alaska, Asia, Russia Activities : Cultural Activities, Modern History, Nature Viewing, Photography, Whale Watching |
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Experience spectacular scenery, and incredible array of wildlife, and take advantage of the opportunity to spend time with local cultures. Aboard the luxurious Clipper Odyssey, this cruise explores the wild oceans and shorelines in the narrow strait of Alaska and Russia.
Day 1 : Anchorage/Nome/ Embark Clipper Odyssey
Following breakfast this morning transfer to the airport for the charter flight to Nome, the famed ending point of the 1,049 mile Iditarod Dog Sled Race and one of Alaska’s most remote outposts. Enjoy a short historical tour of Nome enroute to the ship, including a stop at one of the major watering holes for the finishers of the Iditarod. This afternoon, after lunch, we embark the the Clipper Odyssey for our voyage to the Remote Russian Far East and Kamchatka.
Day 2 : St. Lawrence Island/Gambell Island, Alaska
Today visit St. Lawrence Island where the distinct Yup’ik Culture and dialect, is a reminder of the cultural transition from East to West across the former “land Bridge” of the Bering Strait. Whalebones, fish-drying racks and umiaks (traditional walrus skin boats) are part of the landscape. View traditional dances, which also bare similarities to those of their Siberian cousins.
Day 3 : Provideniya/ Bering sea cruising
This morning, we clear customs and formalities for Russia in Provideniya, Russia’s “Gateway to the Arctic” (losing one day as we cross the International dateline). This afternoon, we voyage northward through the Bering Sea. Be on deck as we spot various sea-birds as well as migrating whales.
Day 4 : Sireniki Village/Imtook Lagoon
This morning, visit Sireniki, a traditional Yup’ik village and the oldest community in Chukotka, dating back 2,500 years. Here, villagers hunt daily in their homemade Umiaks. This afternoon, explore the area of Imtook Lagoon which has a significant population of varied bird species such as Auklets, Tufted Puffins, Skua’s Fulmars and Kittiwakes. Also, be out on deck to watch for Orca’s, Walrus and Grey Whales.
Day 5 : Gabrilla Bay/Cape Navarin
Cape Navarin is noted as having one of the most abundant sea-bird colonies in all of Northeast Russia. Take to Zodiacs in Gabrilla Bay for an unforgettable Marine wildlife safari. Species we hope to see here include Steller Sea Lion, Pacific Walrus, Ribbon, Ringed and Spotted seals. Common whale species in this regin include bowhead, fin, humpback, gray, Beluga and Orca.
Days 6-7 : Northern Kamchatka/Koryakskiy region
The next two days will be true expedition cruising in the seldom visited Northern Kamchatka region. Our planned expedition stops include Natalia, Petra and Dezneva Bays. These Bay’s are prime haul out spots for walrus, so we are sure to see plentiful colonies. It is also prime fishing grounds for Brown Bears. This region is also noted for having small seasonal fishing camps occupied by Koryak and Chukchi as well inland reindeer herder’s who bring their antler clad herd’s during the summer season. Most of these herder’s have never met westerner’s, which will provide a refreshing and authentic perspective into the traditional culture of these indigenous, nomadic people.
Day 8 : Mainapilgino River Village
Mainapilgino is a small Chukchi fishing village located in an isolated region of the Kamchatka Peninsula. We will be warmly greeted by the local people, and treated to caviar and salmon snacks. We may also have the opportunity to witness a dance performance, and visit the homes of some of the villagers .
Day 9 : Anadyr Bay Region
Today, visit the city of Anadyr, whose population is comprised, or Russians, Ukrainians and a significant native population. Experience an authentic cultural exchange a welcome ceremony, traditional Russian lunch and visit to the city’s cultural museum.
Day 10 : Achen Lagoon
As we cruise the Southern edge of the Chukchi Peninsula, we venture into the feeding grounds of the magnificent white and Beluga Whales. We visit Achen Lagoon, a saltwater lake which has become a favorite hunting and fishing Mecca for coastal villagers.
Day 11 : Big Diomede/Cape Deshnev, Russia
This morning, we visit the island of Big Diomede, which is noted as the world’s easternmost land mass (just on the edge of the international dateline) separated only by 2 miles from Alaska’s Little Diomede Island in the middle of the Bering Strait. This is the narrowest distance between the United States and Russia. This afternoon, we visit Cape Deshnev, the easternmost edge of the Chukchi Peninsula and the Chukchi village of Uelen where we are treated to a Native Chukchi concert and visit the Museum of Ivory carvings. Later this evening (ice conditions permitting) we will cross the Arctic Circle at 66 degrees 33’N, right on the International Dateline, something few have ever experienced.
Day 12 : Lorino Village/ Cape Krigyugun Russia
This morning, we visit the Chukchi village of Lorino where we are greeted by local villagers and dancers clad in traditional colorful fur trimmed garments. Here we learn of life on the edge of the Bering Sea and their subsistence hunting of marine mammals and reindeer herding.
Day 13 : Arakamchechen Archipelego/Ittygran Island, Russia
Today, we arrive at Ittygran Island. Experience for yourself the centuries-old mysteries of “Whalebone Alley”. This sacred place for native whalers has a haunted feel about it even today. 10,000 years ago, North America’s first peoples may have walked across the Bering Strait on abridge of ice. Now, this narrow stretch of water separating Alaska from Siberia is a pathway for migrating marine mammals and seabirds. Small wonder that it’s been identified by the World Wildlife Fund as being of biological and cultural significance.
This afternoon, after clearing custom’s in Provideniya, we cruise back across the Bering Sea. Our lecturer’s and naturalists will recap all we have experienced and learned on this exciting cultural and Natural History voyage. We gain the day lost as we cross the International Dateline.
Day 14 : Nome/Anchorage/Home
As we gain the day back, we disembark the Clipper Odyssey in Nome. Transfer to the airport for the charter flight to Anchorage and onward connecting homeward flights.
NOTE: Due to rising fuel costs, a $20/night fuel surcharge will be assessed to your shipboard account onboard for departures starting in July 2008.
Prices are based on a 3% cash discount.
Ship Description: Odyssey
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Odyssey
The Odyssey was built in 1989 in Tsu, Japan, by Japanese craftsmen to the design of a master Dutch yacht designer, Studio Acht, and is eminently suited for the year-round itineraries in the Pacific. These range from as far south as New Zealand and Australia's Great Barrier Reef, to as far north as Japan, the Kuril Islands, and the Russian Far East, including the Kamchatka Peninsula.
The Odyssey measures 340 feet long, 51 feet wide, and has a draft of 14 feet. Staterooms are all outside and average a generous 186 square feet in size, and are furnished with either twin or queen-size beds and a sitting area with a sofa. Each cabin features a spacious bathroom with tub baths and shower, individually controlled air-conditioning, in-room music system, ample wardrobe space, three-sided mirrors, personal safe, refrigerator, and television.
A fleet of Zodiac landing craft can be launched in minutes to take passengers ashore in places where no infrastructure exists. The vessel is equipped with state-of-the-art satellite navigation and communication equipment including telephone, fax, and email.
An outdoor swimming pool, dedicated jogging track, and two sun decks offer ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. Inside, the spacious public areas of the ship include two lounges, a small library, and a single seating dining room.
An experienced cruise staff, physician, and onboard lecturers accompany all voyages to enhance the passengers’ enjoyment of the places visited.
All meals are prepared to order on board. The ship's chefs, graduates of the finest American culinary schools, combine the highest quality American ingredients with the influences and spices of the places the Odyssey visits. The resulting "fusion cuisine" provides a taste of the destinations visited.
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Category 1/ A-Deck A Deck Outside Double Cabin with sitting area, portholes Approx. 185 sqft |
Category 2/ Main Forward Main Deck Outside Double Cabin with sitting area and a window Approx. 175 sqft |
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Category 3/ Main Main Deck Outside Double Cabin with sitting area and a window Approx. 175 sqft |
Category 4/ Lido Lido Deck Outside Double Cabin with sitting area and a window Approx. 175 sqft |
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Category 5/ Bridge Bridge Deck Outside Double Cabin with sitting area and a window Approx. 230 sqft |
Category 6/ Balcony Suite Bridge Deck Outside Suite with private veranda Approx. 230 sqft |
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Owners Suite Bridge Deck Outside Suite with separate bedroom and private veranda Approx. 310 sqft |
