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Ship:  Spirit of Yorktown

Itinerary:  Alaska's Inside Passage + Extraordinary Wilderness Lodges

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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 a unique wilderness experience to your small-ship cruise. Fly in by floatplane, stay in secluded lodges, hike along pristine trails, perhaps kayaking or canoeing on still mountain lakes.

Day 1 : Arrive in Fairbanks

Transfer from the airport to Pike’s Waterfront Lodge for a wine and cheese reception.

Day 2 : Riverboat Cruise

Our excursion on the Chena and Tanana Rivers mirrors the original river route of access to the Fairbanks Gold Rush a century ago. Stay overnight at Pike’s Waterfront Lodge. An optional activity is a flight above the Arctic Circle, barely 100 miles away. BLD

Day 3 : Fairbanks to Denali National Park (via rail)

Board a deluxe domed railcar to Denali, with breakfast included onboard. Enjoy sweeping views on all sides as you approach the Alaska Range. Overnight at the North Face Lodge, Kantishna, or Camp Denali, located in the heart of the Park. BD

Days 4-6 : Denali Exploration

Experience the Denali that most never will – three full nights within the expansive park boundary. All meals are included at the lodge as you dine family-style in relaxed comfort with your companions. BLD

Day 7 : Denali to Anchorage (via rail)

Enjoy your final panoramas of Denali as you transfer to the rail station. Board a deluxe domed railcar to travel south to Anchorage and overnight at the Sheraton Hotel. BD

Day 8 : Fly to Juneau and Embark on Cruise

Transfer to the airport to fly to Juneau. Board your ship to begin your Alaska’s Inside Passage cruise to Ketchikan. BD

Day 9 : 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 picturesque beauty. BLD

Day 10 : 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 11 : Sitka

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

Day 12 : Frederick 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 13 : 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 mysterious Thomas Bay. BLD

Day 14 : 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 15 : Arrive in Ketchikan

Transfer to the airport to return 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.