Gold Rush Inside PassageEnjoy a 10-night cruise for the price of 7! Follow the Seattle to Juneau route of the original stampeders from the 1898 Klondike Gold Rush. From dense, forested shores to stunning fjords, immense glaciers and unspoiled waterways, the Inside Passage is a world of spectacular beauty. Cruise the pristine waters of the San Juan Islands, the Strait of Georgia, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, Frederick Sound and Tracy Arm, and visit the towns of Sitka, Petersburg and Skagway, the jumping off points for thousands of early gold seekers. Add a land tour including 3 nights in Denali to your cruise for the ultimate Alaska experience. |
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Directions: Seattle to Juneau / Juneau to Seattle
Day 01 | Arrive in Seattle Transfer to your ship to begin your cruise following the path of the Gold Rush. D |
Day 02 | Cruising the San Juan Islands Explore the charming resort village of Friday Harbor on San Juan Island, once an important whaling center, now with only 2,000 residents. BLD |
Day 03 | 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 04 | Cruising Northern British Columbia Enjoy remote and quiet reaches of ancient, glacially carved fjords along this coastline. Cruise by old growth forests, quiet coves and nutrient-rich waters that support many mammals and seabirds in the Great Bear Rainforest. BLD |
Day 05 | Metlakatla Make an exclusive port call at Metlakatla on Annette Island, Alaska’s sole Tsimshian community. Enjoy a traditional dance in the tribal long house. BLD |
Day 06 | Petersburg Receive a warm welcome at the Norwegian-heritage fishing village of Petersburg, inaccessible to large cruise ships. Explore iceberg-filled LeConte Bay or rarely visited waterways like beautiful Thomas Bay, with its twin glaciers and aptly named Scenery Cove. BLD |
Day 07 | 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 08 | Sitka Only small ships can negotiate Peril Strait and Sergius Narrows, the “inside” route to beautiful Sitka. A walk through Sitka’s National Historic Park offers towering totems and thriving wildlife in the forest habitat. BLD |
Day 09 | Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve First established as a National Monument by presidential proclamation in 1925, Glacier Bay has since enjoyed the honored and highly protected status of National Park, Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site. Glide through this impressive wonderland, closely approaching the “rivers of ice.” A National Park Service Ranger and a Native Cultural Interpreter offer insightful narration and help you spot wildlife such as whales, mountain goats and brown and black bears. BLD |
Day 10 | Skagway Relive the Gold Rush of 1898 in the picture-perfect setting of Skagway, the jumping off place for thousands of early gold seekers. BLD |
Day 11 | Juneau / Home Explore Alaska’s capital city on your own. Transfer to Juneau Airport for your flight home. B |
Day 01 | Depart from Juneau Spend the day exploring Juneau before boarding your vessel. Many exciting excursions and activities are available including Cruise West operated excursions. A Cruise West concierge service is available for your use. D |
Day 02 | Skagway Relive the Gold Rush of 1898 in the picture-perfect setting of Skagway, the jumping off place for thousands of early gold seekers. The Skagway Streetcar will tour you around this charming town, home of the White Pass & Yukon Route Railway, built in 1898. BLD |
Day 03 | Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve First established as a National Monument by presidential proclamation in 1925, Glacier Bay has since enjoyed the honored and highly protected status of National Park, Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site. Glide through this impressive wonderland, closely approaching the “rivers of ice.” A National Park Service Ranger and a Native Cultural Interpreter offer insightful narration and help you spot wildlife such as whales, mountain goats and brown and black bears. BLD |
Day 04 | Sitka Only small ships can negotiate Peril Strait and Sergius Narrows, the “inside” route to beautiful Sitka. A walk through Sitka’s National Historic Park offers towering totems and thriving wildlife in the forest habitat. BLD |
Day 05 | 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 06 | Petersburg Receive a warm welcome at the Norwegian-heritage fishing village of Petersburg, inaccessible to large cruise ships. Explore iceberg-filled LeConte Bay or rarely visited waterways like beautiful Thomas Bay, with its twin glaciers and aptly named Scenery Cove. BLD |
Day 07 | Metlakatla |
Day 08 | Cruising Northern British Columbia Enjoy remote and quiet reaches of ancient, glacially carved fjords along this coastline. Cruise by old growth forests, quiet coves and nutrient-rich waters that support many mammals and seabirds in the Great Bear Rainforest. BLD |
Day 09 | 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 10 | Cruising the San Juan Islands and Friday Harbor |
Day 11 | Day 11 Seattle / Home Transfer from your ship to the airport or extend your stay at the Westin Hotel, in the heart of downtown Seattle. B |
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
Cruise + Denali
Directions: Seattle to Fairbanks / Fairbanks to Seattle
Day 01 | Arrive in Seattle Transfer to your ship to begin your cruise following the path of the Gold Rush. D |
Day 02 | Cruising the San Juan Islands Explore the charming resort village of Friday Harbor on San Juan Island, once an important whaling center, now with only 2,000 residents. BLD |
Day 03 | 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 04 | Cruising Northern British Columbia Enjoy remote and quiet reaches of ancient, glacially carved fjords along this coastline. Cruise by old growth forests, quiet coves and nutrient-rich waters that support many mammals and seabirds in the Great Bear Rainforest. BLD |
Day 05 | Metlakatla Make an exclusive port call at Metlakatla on Annette Island, Alaska’s sole Tsimshian community. Enjoy a traditional dance in the tribal long house. BLD |
Day 06 | Petersburg Receive a warm welcome at the Norwegian-heritage fishing village of Petersburg, inaccessible to large cruise ships. Explore iceberg-filled LeConte Bay or rarely visited waterways like beautiful Thomas Bay, with its twin glaciers and aptly named Scenery Cove. BLD |
Day 07 | 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 08 | Sitka Only small ships can negotiate Peril Strait and Sergius Narrows, the “inside” route to beautiful Sitka. A walk through Sitka’s National Historic Park offers towering totems and thriving wildlife in the forest habitat. BLD |
Day 09 | Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve First established as a National Monument by presidential proclamation in 1925, Glacier Bay has since enjoyed the honored and highly protected status of National Park, Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site. Glide through this impressive wonderland, closely approaching the “rivers of ice.” A National Park Service Ranger and a Native Cultural Interpreter offer insightful narration and help you spot wildlife such as whales, mountain goats and brown and black bears. BLD |
Day 10 | Skagway Relive the Gold Rush of 1898 in the picture-perfect setting of Skagway, the jumping off place for thousands of early gold seekers. BLD |
Day 11 | Arrive in Juneau Spend the day exploring Alaska’s capital city on your own. Many optional activities are available here. B |
Day 12 | Fly to Anchorage Transfer to the Juneau Airport for your included flight to Anchorage and transfer to the Sheraton Anchorage Hotel and Spa. Enjoy an Anchorage city orientation and time to explore the Anchorage Museum. Dinner will be available at the Sheraton Hotel or at your choice of one of our selected restaurants. D |
Day 13 | Anchorage to Denali National Park via Motorcoach and Rail Travel by motorcoach to Talkeetna, where you will board a deluxe domed railcar for your journey to Denali National Park. Cross the high trestle at Hurricane Gulch, and ascend via Broad Pass into the Alaska Range. The domed cars allow spectacular views on both sides of the train, including (when weather permits) sweeping views of snowcapped peaks and Mt. McKinley. Lunch is provided aboard the train. Enjoy an exclusive presentation by a naturalist from the Denali Education Center and overnight at a comfortable Denali hotel. BLD |
Day 14 | Denali Exploration An expert guide takes you on your chosen bus tour into Denali National Park to look for wildlife and experience summer in the subalpine tundra. Following your park tour, you have time to enjoy the park on your own or venture out on any of the optional rafting, flightseeing or other optional excursions we can arrange for you. B |
Day 15 | Denali National Park Exploration Experience another full day in the remote wilderness of Denali. Consider hiking or optional excursions like rafting or flightseeing. Enjoy an exclusive dinner and presentation on the effects of climate change on Alaska’s national parks from an Alaska Geographic naturalist. BD |
Day 16 | Denali National Park to Fairbanks Travel north to Fairbanks by comfortable motorcoach. Upon arrival in Fairbanks, enjoy a city tour, a ride on Riverboat Discovery or a visit to the home and kennel of Alaskan legend Mary Shields, and a trip to the University of Alaska Museum of the North. Overnight at your comfortable Fairbanks hotel. BLD |
Day 17 | Fairbanks Transfer to the Fairbanks Airport for your flight home. |
Day 01 | Arrive in Fairbanks Transfer from the airport to meet your Exploration Leader and fellow travelers at a wine and cheese reception. Overnight at a Fairbanks hotel. |
Day 02 | Fairbanks Sightseeing, to Denali National Park Sightsee in the city of Fairbanks, including a ride on Riverboat Discovery or a visit to the home and kennel of Alaskan legend Mary Shields, and a trip to the University of Alaska Museum of the North. Travel by motorcoach to Denali National Park for an exclusive naturalist presentation and a comfortable overnight at a Denali Park entrance hotel. BLD |
Day 03 | Denali National Park Exploration An expert guide takes you on your chosen tour into Denali National Park to look for wildlife and experience summer in the subalpine tundra. Following your park tour, you have time to enjoy the park on your own or venture out on any of the optional excursions we can arrange for you. B |
Day 04 | Denali National Park Exploration Experience another full day in the remote wilderness of Denali. Consider hiking or optional excursions like rafting or flightseeing. Enjoy an exclusive dinner and presentation on the effects of climate change on Alaska’s national parks from an Alaska Geographic naturalist. BD |
Day 05 | Denali National Park to Anchorage Enjoy a scenic ride aboard a deluxe domed rail car from Denali to Talkeetna, then travel by motorcoach to Anchorage, where you can enjoy dinner at the Sheraton Anchorage Hotel and Spa or at your choice of one of our selected restaurants. BLD |
Day 06 | Fly Anchorage to Juneau |
Day 07 | Depart from Juneau Spend the day exploring Juneau before boarding your vessel. Many exciting excursions and activities are available including Cruise West operated excursions. A Cruise West concierge service is available for your use. D |
Day 08 | Skagway Relive the Gold Rush of 1898 in the picture-perfect setting of Skagway, the jumping off place for thousands of early gold seekers. The Skagway Streetcar will tour you around this charming town, home of the White Pass & Yukon Route Railway, built in 1898. BLD |
Day 09 | Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve First established as a National Monument by presidential proclamation in 1925, Glacier Bay has since enjoyed the honored and highly protected status of National Park, Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site. Glide through this impressive wonderland, closely approaching the “rivers of ice.” A National Park Service Ranger and a Native Cultural Interpreter offer insightful narration and help you spot wildlife such as whales, mountain goats and brown and black bears. BLD |
Day 10 | Sitka Only small ships can negotiate Peril Strait and Sergius Narrows, the “inside” route to beautiful Sitka. A walk through Sitka’s National Historic Park offers towering totems and thriving wildlife in the forest habitat. BLD |
Day 11 | 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 12 | Petersburg Receive a warm welcome at the Norwegian-heritage fishing village of Petersburg, inaccessible to large cruise ships. Explore iceberg-filled LeConte Bay or rarely visited waterways like beautiful Thomas Bay, with its twin glaciers and aptly named Scenery Cove. BLD |
Day 13 | Metlakatla Make an exclusive port call at Metlakatla on Annette Island, Alaska’s sole Tsimshian community. Enjoy a traditional dance in the tribal long house. BLD |
Day 14 | Cruising Northern British Columbia Enjoy remote and quiet reaches of ancient, glacially carved fjords along this coastline. Cruise by old growth forests, quiet coves and nutrient-rich waters that support many mammals and seabirds in the Great Bear Rainforest. BLD |
Day 15 | 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 16 | Cruising the San Juan Islands and Friday Harbor Explore the charming resort village of Friday Harbor on San Juan Island, once an important whaling center, now with only 2,000 residents. BLD |
Day 17 | Seattle / Home Transfer from your ship to the airport or extend your stay at the Westin Hotel, in the heart of downtown Seattle. B |
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
