Itinerary

1. The Best of Alaska 2024

   DAY 1 - DEPART HOME ARRIVE SEATTLE
   You will be met by your escort Allen Sears and start your Alaska Dream Vacation. 
    

   DAY 2 - SEATTLE TO VANCOUVER
   Today we drive to the beautiful city of Vancouver where we meet our ship. 
    

   DAY 3 - INSIDE PASSAGE
   Spend your day cruising the famous inside Passage. This is a cruise day, so relax and enjoy the grandeur. Alaska’s Inside Passage contains a rich abundance of wildlife and 
   scenery. Whales migrate along these tranquil waterways: breathtaking waterfalls and soaring rock cliffs mark your progress along this traditional sailing route first charted by Captain George Vancouver in the late 1700’s. Vast reaches of old-growth forest stretch from the coastal mountain ranges to the sea, and provide a home to a wide range of wildlife.
    

   DAY 4 -KETCHIKAN
   Ketchikan has long been an important hub of the salmon fishing and packing industries. Visitors can try their luck sport fishing or simply savor the fresh seafood at one of 
   the local restaurants. Ketchikan is also, one of the best spots along the Inside Passage for rich cultural sights. Native Alaskan nations like the Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian. Intricately carved totem poles at the Totem Heritage Center and Totem Bight State Park, while the 
   attractions of Saxman Village just outside Ketchikan offers Tlingit culture in action. In Ketchikan leave time to explore the sights in the town itself, including historic Creek Street, a boardwalk built over the Ketchikan Creek, you can shop for smoked salmon and local art, while exploring gold rush–era tourist attractions like Dolly’s House Museum.
    

   DAY 5 - JUNEAU
   Some 30,000 people live in Juneau, Alaska’s capital and its total area makes it the biggest town, in size, in North and South America and the second largest in the world. Today Juneau is not only famous for gold and government, but also for its breathtakingly beautiful glaciers and stunning views of both water and mountains. The state capital is a long narrow picturesque city, squeezed between the Gastineau Channel and mountains soaring just a few hundred feet from the waterfront. After sightseeing take a break at the historic Red Dog Saloon.
    

   DAY 6 - SKAGWAY
   In 1896, when the first gold strike was reported, adventurers flocked here by the thousands, and a city was born. Today you see the same worn boardwalks, false-fronted buildings and old-time saloons. Skagway was known to thousands of hopeful gold rushers as the gateway to the gold fields. Although it boasted the shortest route to the Klondike, it was far from being the easiest. Today Skagway retains the flavor of the gold rush era, especially on Broadway, with its false front buildings, and in the Trail of ‘98 Museum, with 
   its outstanding collection of memorabilia. Home of the renowned White Pass and Yukon Railroad, a must-do shore excursion for both history and photo buffs.
    

   DAY 7 - GLACIER BAY
   Discovered by John Muir in 1879, Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve encompasses 3.2 million acres. While in Glacier Bay, a National Park Ranger will point out the many wonders of the region, including wildlife such as humpback whales, harbor seals, gulls and Arctic terns. Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is considered by many the highlight of any Alaska Cruise. We spend today cruising through these pristine waters.
    

   DAY 8 - COLLEGE FJORD
   Situated at the top of the gulf of Alaska, Prince William Sound is surrounded by lofty mountains and indented with dozens of glacier-carved fjords. These fjords are home to Alaska’s greatest concentration of tidewater glaciers. Deep within Prince William Sound is College Fjord, home to 16 glaciers named for the Ivy League colleges that sponsored the Harriman Expedition in 1899.
    

   DAY 9 - WHITTIER / ANCHORAGE
   Arrive into the port town of Whittier. Upon arrival we’ll be met by our deluxe coach for a scenic drive to Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city. Enroute, enjoy a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center where we have a chance to see Alaska’s wildlife up close and personal. Experience a Scenic Tram ride to the top of Mt. Alyeska. Enjoy lunch at the top while enjoying the views. Upon arrival into Anchorage, enjoy our City Tour featuring 
   Lake Hood where 190+ floatplanes takeoff and land daily and the historic downtown area. Overnight Anchorage Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch 
    

   DAY 10 - ANCHORAGE - TALKEETNA
   This morning we head to the Anchorage Rail Depot where we board our deluxe dome railcar to the quaint town of Talkeetna. Breakfast will be included on board. Upon arrival, Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore Talkeetna or purchase an optional tour such as a guided hike, jet boat tour, flightseeing, as well as many others to choose from. Overnight Talkeetna Meals: Breakfast 
    

   DAY 11 - TALKEETNA - DENALI
   Breakfast is included this morning. We’ll board our deluxe coach and head north to Denali National Park. Covering 5.6 million acres, Denali covers the entire central portion of the Alaska Range. Upon arrival, board a Denali Park Bus and travel deep into Denali 
   National Park. Be on the lookout for bears, moose, caribou, and dall sheep. This journey is narrated allowing for insight into the flora and fauna of this unique region. Overnight Denali. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch. 
    

   DAY 12 - DENALI - FAIRBANKS
   This morning our coach is bound for Fairbanks, the Golden Heart City. Upon arrival, enjoy a local city tour featuring the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. This afternoon, experience the thrill of river travel aboard a sternwheeler as we travel along the Chena River. See a local sled dog team in action and visit the Chena Indian Village. Tonight, we celebrate our Alaskan Journey, enjoy dinner and a show at the Golden Heart Revue. 
   Overnight Fairbanks. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner 
    

   DAY 13 - DEPART FAIRBANKS FOR HOME
   Today we bid farewell to Alaska. We hope that you take many, wonderful memories 
   of this beautiful land. Thank you, for joining us & we hope to see you soon