Ship: Spirit of Endeavour
Itinerary: Denali's North Face Lodge and Alaska's Inside Passage
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| Day 1 : | Arrive in Fairbanks |
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| Day 2 : | Fairbanks Sightseeing |
| Day 3 : | Fairbanks to North Face Lodge |
| Days 4-5 : | Denali Exploration |
| Day 6 : | Denali to Anchorage via Rail |
| Day 7 : | Fly Anchorage to Juneau |
| Day 8 : | Depart Juneau |
| Day 9 : | Tracy Arm and Frederick Sound |
| Day 10 : | Wrangell / Wrangell Narrows / Petersburg |
| Day 11 : | Wilderness Cruising |
| Day 12 : | Sitka |
| Day 13 : | Icy Strait |
| Day 14 : | Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve |
| Day 15 : | Juneau |
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| Days | Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | |||
| A | AA | AAA | Deluxe | ||
| 15 | Jun 9, 2010 Jun 16, 2010 Jun 23, 2010 Jun 30, 2010 Jul 7, 2010 Jul 14, 2010 Jul 21, 2010 Jul 28, 2010 Aug 4, 2010 |
$9,049 | $9,449 | $10,149 | $11,249 |
| 15 | Aug 11, 2010 | $8,749 | $9,149 | $9,849 | $10,849 |
| 15 | Aug 18, 2010 | $8,449 | $8,749 | $9,349 | $10,249 |
| Destinations : Alaska, Denali |
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Children under age 18 are 50% off!
Cost includes taxes/port charges/fees and on board services. On board gratuities are neither required nor expected.
Enjoy all the must-see sights of Alaska on this all-encompassing itinerary. Spend 3 full nights within the boundaries of Denali National Park. Cruise the breathtaking waters of Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. Watch whales feeding in Frederick Sound and discover colorful towns from Sitka to Norwegian-flavored Petersburg.
Day 1 : Arrive in Fairbanks
Transfer from the airport to your Fairbanks hotel for a wine and cheese reception. Overnight at your Fairbanks hotel.
Day 2 : Fairbanks Sightseeing
Today’s activities include an authentic riverboat experience on the Chena River or a visit to the home and kennel of Alaskan legend Mary Shields, and a city tour with admission to the University of Alaska’s Museum of the North. Dinner and overnight at a Fairbanks hotel. An optional activity is a flight above the
Arctic Circle, barely 125 miles away. BLD
Day 3 : Fairbanks to North Face Lodge
Board a deluxe domed railcar to Denali, with breakfast included onboard. Enjoy sweeping views on all sides as you approach the Alaska Range. Board a
bus to North Face Lodge, deep in the heart of Denali National Park. BD
Days 4-5 : Denali Exploration
Experience the Denali that most never will — 3 full nights within the expansive park boundary. All meals are included at North Face Lodge as you dine family-style in relaxed comfort with your companions. BLD
Day 6 : Denali to Anchorage via Rail
Enjoy your final panoramas of Denali as you transfer to the rail station via bus. Board a deluxe domed railcar to travel south to Anchorage, with lunch and dinner onboard the train. Overnight at the Sheraton Anchorage Hotel and Spa. BLD
Day 7 : Fly Anchorage to Juneau
In the morning enjoy Anchorage sightseeing and a visit to the Anchorage Museum before you transfer to the Anchorage airport for your included flight
to Juneau. Spend the day exploring Juneau on your own. Overnight at a Juneau hotel. B
Day 8 : Depart Juneau
Spend the day exploring Juneau before boarding your vessel. Many exciting excursions and activities are available. Our concierge service is available for your use. D
Day 9 : Tracy Arm and Frederick Sound
Cruise under Tracy Arm’s sheer 1,500-foot vertical cliffs toward the twin Sawyer Glaciers. Humpback whales abound in Frederick Sound. BLD
Day 10 : Wrangell / Wrangell Narrows / Petersburg
Wrangell is the only Alaskan town to have existed
under four nations: Tlingit, Russian, British and American. You’ll see this rich history reflected in your tour of the Wrangell Museum. A passage through picturesque Wrangell Narrows -- known as “Christmas Tree Lane” for its many lights and buoys — takes you to the village of Petersburg, a true Alaska fishing town. Watch as the Leikarring Dancers perform in the Sons of Norway Hall. Explore wilderness waterways around Petersburg. BLD
Day 11 : Wilderness Cruising
Your Captain will determine the best spots to cruise to today based on the local conditions. Weather permitting, explore by inflatable excursion craft. BLD
Day 12 : Sitka
Only small ships can negotiate Peril Strait and Sergius Narrows, the “inside” route to Sitka on Baranof Island. Keep an eye out for playful otters, Sitka black-tailed deer and bald eagles. A walk through Sitka’s National Historic Park reveals towering totems keeping watch over the temperate rainforest. Enjoy a private Tlingit Native dance performance. BLD
Day 13 : Icy Strait
Watch for gentle humpbacks as they feast on small fish and tiny krill churned by upwelling currents from the Pacific Ocean. Watch for behaviors such as spouting, sounding, breaching, lobtailing, flipper-slapping and lunge feeding. You may see rare bubble feeding if you’re very lucky. The coves and inlets offer enticing opportunities to get out and explore by inflatable craft. Be sure to keep watch for Steller’s sea lions, orcas, harbor seals and porpoise. BLD
Day 14 : Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve
Glacier Bay enjoys the honored and highly protected status of National Park, Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site. Glide past “rivers of ice” in this glacial wonderland. A National Park Service Ranger and a Native Cultural Interpreter will be onboard helping you spot the abundant wildlife such as mountain goats, whales and brown and black bears. BLD
Day 15 : Juneau
Disembark in Juneau this morning, and transfer to the airport for your flight home. B
Ship Description: Spirit of Endeavour
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Spirit of Endeavour
With a cruising speed of 13 knots, the Spirit of Endeavour is one of our fastest vessels, allowing for maximum flexibility while en route. She is registered in the United States with an American crew.
The decor is sleek, stylish, and quietly elegant with light wood accents and artistically etched glass. The Explorer Lounge features expansive picture windows, a video and lending library, plus cozy banquettes and conversation circles for getting to know your fellow travelers.
Every stateroom features a wide picture window or porthole, private facilities, phone service, and a TV monitor/VCR. The Lounge and Dining Rooms are equipped with wireless Internet and email access. And when it's time to go outside, guests enjoy ample outside space on three decks.
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A Staterooms feature two twin beds, in-room controlled air conditioning, radio, locking drawer, hairdryer and portholes. |
AA AA staterooms feature two twin beds, in-room controlled air conditioning, writing desk, radio, locking drawer, hairdryer and picture window. |
AAAAAA staterooms feature two twin beds, in-room controlled air conditioning, writing desk, radio, locking drawer, hairdryer and picture window. Cabins 24, 25, 26, 33, 34, 35 and 36 can accommodate triples. |
Deluxe Deluxe staterooms feature two twin beds, in-room controlled air conditioning, writing desk, radio, locking drawer, hairdryer and one or two picture windows. Cabins 27, 28, 59 and 60 can accommodate triples. |
