E-mail a friendShip: Spirit of Glacier Bay
Itinerary: Gold Rush/ Inside Passage + Denali
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| Day 1 : | Arrive in Seattle |
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| Day 2 : | Cruising the San Juan Islands |
| Day 3 : | Strait of Georgia |
| Day 4 : | Cruising Northern British Columbia |
| Day 5 : | Ketchikan |
| Day 6 : | Petersburg |
| Day 7 : | Frederick Sound and Tracy Arm |
| Day 8 : | Sitka |
| Day 9 : | Glacier Bay Cruising |
| Day 10 : | Skagway and Haines |
| Day 11 : | Arrive in Juneau. Fly to Anchorage |
| Day 12 : | Anchorage to Denali (via motorcoach and rail) |
| Day 13 : | Tundra Wilderness Tour |
| Day 14 : | Denali to Fairbanks |
| Day 15 : | Transfer to the Fairbanks Airport |
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| Days | Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | |||
| A | AA | AAA | Deluxe | ||
| 15 | Sep 5, 2008 | $8,449 | $8,799 | $9,299 | $10,199 |
| The cost of your cruise includes $575 per person which covers taxes/port charges/fees and onboard services for double-occupancy cabins and $610 for single-occupancy cabins. Onboard gratuities are neither required nor expected. Prices are per person, double-occupancy, U.S. dollars. Single-triple rates available upon request where applicable. | |||||
| 15 | May 5, 2009 | $8,549 | $8,899 | $9,399 | $10,349 |
| May 5, 2009 - Book by Dec 12 '08 and save $600 | |||||
| 15 | Sep 4, 2009 | $9,149 | $9,499 | $10,049 | $10,949 |
| Destinations : Alaska, North America, Pacific Northwest Activities : Cultural Activities, Nature Viewing, Photography, Whale Watching |
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Enjoy our value-priced Gold Rush Inside Passage cruises early and late in the Alaska travel season, before the crowds arrive, and when the scenery is often at its dramatic peak. Add on a Denali National Park extension for a true wilderness adventure!
Day 1 : Arrive in Seattle
Transfer to your ship to begin your cruise following the path of the Gold Rush. D
Day 2 : Cruising the San Juan Islands
Explore the charming resort village of Friday Harbor on San Juan Island, once an important whaling center. BLD
Day 3 : Strait of Georgia
Cruise among pristine islands nestled between Vancouver Island and the mountainous mainland of British Columbia, home to harbor seals, bald eagles, and orcas. BLD
Day 4 : Cruising Northern British Columbia
Along this remote coastline, you will enjoy pristine and quiet reaches past ancient glacially carved fjords. Cruise by old growth forests, quiet coves, and nutrient-rich waters that support many mammals and seabirds in the Great Bear Rainforest. BLD
Day 5 : Ketchikan
Cruise into sparkling Alaskan waters and visit Ketchikan, the "Salmon capital of Alaska," and home of impressive collections of Tlingit totem poles and Native and local art. BLD
Day 6 : Petersburg
Accept a warm welcome at the Norwegian-heritage fishing village of Petersburg, where no large cruise ships visit. Explore iceberg-filled LeConte Bay or nearby wilderness waterways such as the mysterious Thomas Bay. BLD
Day 7 : Frederick Sound and Tracy Arm
Humpback whales abound in Frederick Sound. Cruise under Tracy Arm’s sheer 1,500-foot-high vertical cliffs to the twin Sawyer Glaciers. BLD
Day 8 : Sitka
Only small ships can negotiate Peril Strait and Sergius Narrows, the “inside” route to beautiful Sitka. A guided walk through Sitka’s National Historic Park offers towering totems and thriving wildlife in the forest. BLD
Day 9 : Glacier Bay Cruising
Glide through this awesome wonderland, closely approaching the “rivers of ice.” A National Park Service Ranger offers insightful narration and helps you spot wildlife such as harbor seals, mountain goats, brown and black bears in one of the rare regions the two share territory. BLD
Day 10 : Skagway and Haines
Relive the Gold Rush of 1898 in the picture-perfect setting of Skagway, the jumping off place for thousands of early gold seekers. Visit charming Haines, renowned for its remote beauty. BLD
Day 11 : Arrive in Juneau. Fly to Anchorage
Transfer to the airport for your included flight to Anchorage. On arrival, transfer to the Sheraton Hotel to continue your Gold Rush Adventure. B
Day 12 : Anchorage to Denali (via motorcoach and rail)
Meet your Cruise West Exploration Leader who will accompany you by deluxe domed railcar tp Denali National Park. Cross breathtaking Hurricane Gulch and Broad Pass as you ascend into the Alaska range. Overnight at a hotel in Denali. BD
Day 13 : Tundra Wilderness Tour
A guide from the Park helps you search for moose, grizzly bears, caribou, Dall's sheep, and more. B
Day 14 : Denali to Fairbanks
Travel to Fairbanks by motorcoach, for sightseeing that includes a riverboat cruise on an authentic sternwheeler. See the renowned Trans-Alaska Pipeline, and visit the University of Alaska Fairbanks Museum of the North, with locally-produced gold and Ice Age artifacts. A farewell dinner is included, and overnight at Pike's Waterfront Lodge. BLD
Day 15 : Transfer to the Fairbanks Airport
To the Fairbanks Airport, full of fond memories, for your flight home.
CHILD DISCOUNT: Kids under 18 save up to 50% off an A or AA cabin and 75% off a AAA cabin on all Glacier Bay itineraries
Please note an additional fuel surcharge of $15 per person per night on ship.
Ship Description: Spirit of Glacier Bay
The Spirit of Glacier Bay is one of the newest additions to our fleet. After a few seasons of exclusive sailing along the eastern seaboard of North America, she is now sailing the stunning waters of Alaska's Glacier Bay area.
The decor is sleek, stylish, and quietly elegant with light wood accents. The Observation 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, a writing desk and ample storage. And when it's time to go outside, guests enjoy generous outside space on the bow and aft decks.
Built in 1984 in Jeffersonville, Indiana, by American craftsmen, the Glacier Bay Clipper’s power is provided by two Detroit diesel propulsion engines rated approximately 500 SHP each, and maneuverability is increased by a 200 HP bowthruster. The ship is equipped with an Electronic Chart Precise Integrated Navigation System (ECPINS). This system combines navigational data on one screen and meets the stringent requirements of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). It was among the first cruise ships to be equipped with this advanced system.
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A 90 sq. ft. Two twin beds, writing desk, and view portholes. |
AA 110 sq. ft. Two twin beds, writing desk, and view windows. |
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AAA 110 sq. ft. Two twin beds, writing desk, and large view window. Cabins 18, 19, 30, 31, 32 and 33 can accommodate triples. Cabins 18 & 20, 19 & 21 may be adjoined. |
Deluxe 160 sq. ft. Two twin beds, writing desk, and large view windows. Cabins 24, 25 and 50 can accommodate triples. |
