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Ship:  Spirit of Yorktown

Itinerary:  Alaska's Inside Passage + Denali + Prince William Sound

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  Glacier melting apart

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Our small ships take you into the hidden nooks and crannies of Alaska's Inside Passage. You explore the natural highlights between Ketchikan and Juneau at leisure, marveling at humpback whales in Frederick Sound, cruising within earshot of sea lion colonies sprawling on the rocks, and edging close to cliffside rookeries where murrelets, puffins and other seabirds nest. Add on a cruise to Prince William Sound and a visit to spectacular Denali National Park as an added bonus.

Day 1 : Arrive in Ketchikan and Set Sail

Transfer to your ship to begin your cruising adventure. D

Day 2 : Misty Fjords, Metlakatla

Visit magical Misty Fjords with its steep cliffs, narrow waterways, and awe-inspiring stillness. Make a port call at Metlakatla on Annette Island, Alaska’s sole Tsimshian community. BLD

Day 3 : Petersburg

Enjoy a warm welcome at the fishing village of Petersburg, a true cannery town. The Leikarring Dancers perform for you in the Sons of Norway Hall. Explore wilderness waterways around Petersburg, like the iceberg-filled Thomas Bay. BLD

Day 4 : Fredrick Sound and Tracy Arm

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

Day 5 : Sitka

Only small ships can negotiate Peril Strait and Sergius Narrows, the “inside” route to Sitka on Baranof Island. A guided walk through Sitka’s National Historic Park reveals towering totems keeping watch over the forest. You may see playful otters, Sitka black-tailed deer, and eagles. BLD

Day 6 : Glacier Bay Cruising

Glide through this wonderland approaching up-close to the “rivers of ice.” A National Park Service Ranger is onboard helping you spot mountain goats, harbor seals, and brown and black bears. BLD

Day 7 : Skagway and Haines

Relive the Gold Rush in the picture-perfect setting of Skagway, the starting place for many early gold seekers. Just down mountain-lined Lynn Canal visit Haines, famed for attracting artists and for its concentration of bald eagles. BLD

Day 8 : Arrive in Juneau. Fly to Anchorage

Overnight at the Sheraton Hotel. B

Day 9 : Transfer to Whittier. Set Sail.

Travel by motorcoach along scenic Turnagain Arm. Pass through tunnels under the Chugach Mountains to the port of Whittier. Board the Spirit of Columbia for Prince William Sound exploration. BD

Day 10 : College Fjord

Come face-to-face with active glaciers calving into the sea. Watch for seals on the ice. Explore narrow Esther Passage. BLD

Day 11 : Chenega Glacier/ Knight Island

Far from civilization, explore wilderness waterways and forested islands. Watch for sea otters, orcas, and seabirds along the shoreline of Knight Island where large ships can’t navigate this maritime maze. BLD

Day 12 : Return to Anchorage via motorcoach

Sightseeing includes the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Dinner is at the Sheraton Hotel. BD

Day 13 : Anchorage to Denali (via motorcoach and rail)

Your Exploration Leader accompanies your travel by motorcoach and domed railcar to Denali National Park to overnight in a Denali hotel. BD

Day 14 : Tundra Wilderness Tour

A driver guide from the Park helps you look for moose, grizzly bears, caribou, Dall sheep, and more. B

Day 15 : Denali National Park to Fairbanks (via motorcoach)

Step back in time with a riverboat excursion, lunch, and then a farewell dinner at Pike’s Waterfront Lodge. BLD

Day 16 : Transfer to the Airport

Pack your bags and your priceless memories to return home.

Ship Description: Spirit of Yorktown

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  Cruising in the zodiac on an excursion

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.