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Missoula MT, 59801 USA

Ship:  Spirit of Yorktown

Itinerary:  Alaska's Inside Passage 2010

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Glaciers, whales, native cultures … this itinerary offers them all. Travel Alaska’s fabled Inside Passage, pausing to admire dramatic fjord waterfalls, humpback whales at play and spectacular Glacier Bay National Park. Keep your eyes peeled for sea lions, puffins, eagles, otters and bears as you explore secluded inlets only accessible by Zodiac and narrow passages where large ships can’t go.

Day 1 : 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 2 : Fredrick Sound and Tracy Arm

Cruise under Tracy Arm’s sheer 1,500-foot vertical cliffs toward the twin Sawyer Glaciers. Humpback whales abound in Frederick Sound. BLD

Day 3 : 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 4 : 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 5 : 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 6 : 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 7 : 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 8 : Disembark in Juneau

Disembark in Juneau this morning, and transfer to the airport for your flight home. B

Ship Description: Spirit of Yorktown

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The Spirit of Yorktown has a year-round cruising schedule that takes her as far north as Alaska and south, through the Panama Canal to the Carribean.

The decor is sleek, stylish, and quietly elegant with light wood accents and artistically etched glass. 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, writing desk and ample storage. And when it's time to go outside, guests enjoy generous outside space on three decks.

Measuring 257 feet long, 43 feet wide, and with a draft of just eight feet, the Yorktown Clipper was specifically designed for cruising in coastal waters; the ship's easy maneuverability and shallow draft enable exploration of secluded waterways beyond the reach of bigger ships. A fleet of motorized landing craft can be launched in minutes for spontaneous landings on small islands and deserted beaches.

The Yorktown Clipper was built in 1988 in Green Cove Springs, Florida, by American craftsmen. Power is provided by two Detroit diesel propulsion engines rated approximately 900 SHP each, and maneuverability is increased by a 300 HP bowthruster. This ship is equipped with an Electronic Chart Precise Integrated Navigation System (ECPINS), which combines navigational data on one screen and meets the stringent requirements of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). She was one of the first cruise ships to be equipped with this advanced system.

A 120 sq. ft. Staterooms feature two twin beds, in-room controlled air conditioning, radio, locking drawer, hairdryer and portholes.	AA 130 sq. ft. AA staterooms feature two twin beds, in-room controlled air conditioning, writing desk, radio, locking drawer, hairdryer and picture window.
AAA 157 sq. ft. AAA staterooms feature two twin beds, in-room controlled air conditioning, writing desk, radio, locking drawer, hairdryer and picture window or portholes. Cabins 24, 25, 26, 33, 34, 35 and 36 can accommodate triples.	Deluxe 233 sq. ft. Deluxe staterooms feature two twin beds, in-room controlled air conditioning, writing desk, radio, locking drawer, hairdryer and one or two picture windows. Cabins L27, L28, and P60 can convert to a queen bed and can accommodate triples.
Balcony Balcony staterooms feature queen beds, writing desk, hair dryer, under-counter refrigerator, large picture windows and walk-out balcony with privacy louvers between adjacent cabins.