The Ultimate Alaskan Adventure Majestic Wilderness Featuring the Copper River
May 30 - June 12, 2010
Alaska - the wilderness destination. Experience even more of Alaska’s natural wonders and enjoy a complete escape—with our exclusive Direct-to-the-Wilderness rail service. Depart from Mt. McKinley and board the luxury railcars, bound South to Whittier and arrive directly to the ship. Enjoy more time at Mt. McKinley.
Detailed Itinerary:
Sunday, May 30th: Depart your hometown - Anchorage
Upon arrival in Anchorage, we will transfer to our hotel for a one night stay.
Monday, May 31st: Anchorage to Mt. McKinley
This morning, reload your camera for the luxury rail ride to Mt. McKinley. The Princess Wilderness Lodge
features fine dining and attentive service which you are sure to enjoy.
Tuesday, June 1st: Mt. McKinley - Denali
This morning you board a luxury rail car to the Denali where we over night at the beautiful Denali Princess
Wilderness Lodge.
Wednesday, June 2nd: Denali
A morning of adventure is ours on the Natural History Tour that takes us into the heart of the national park to the best wildlife viewing and lookout points for Mt. McKinley. This afternoon is yours to enjoy!
Thursday, June 3rd: Denali to Copper River
Our adventure continues as we motor coach to the Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge, which overlooks America’s largest national park, Wrangell-St. Elias. Here you will have front row seats to the largest mass of glaciers on the continent.
Friday, June 4th: Copper River
Today is yours to enjoy your surroundings.
Saturday, June 5th: Copper River - Valdez - Whittier
Today we depart Copper River as we head to Valdez to board our catamaran trip across pristine Prince William Sound. In Whittier , we board the magnificent Coral Princess for our seven day southbound inside passage cruise.
Sunday, June 6th: College Fjord, Alaska (Scenic Cruising)
Some of the best glacier viewing in the state can be seen at College Fjord. Tucked into the northwest corner of Prince William Sound, this fjord boasts the world’s largest collection of tidewater glaciers — 16, named after Ivy League colleges by the Harriman Expedition that discovered them in 1899.
Monday, June 7th: Glacier Bay National Park
The icy wilderness of this spectacular national park and preserve displays massive glaciers that stretch from the ice-draped St. Elias and Fairweather mountain ranges to the ends of majestic fjords. The park is also home to an amazing world of marine life, including humpback whales, sea otters, porpoises and harbor seals. See it all through the eyes of a park ranger who comes aboard to add expert insight.
Tuesday, June 8th: Skagway
Just imagine thousands of gold-crazed adventurers seeking the best jumping-off spot for their arduous trek. They found the deepest penetration by boat was at the northern tip of the Lynn Canal. This is how Skagway was born. Here we can ride the world-famous White Pass and Yukon Railroad and then visit one of the historic gold-rush camps, where we can browse though cabins and tents that were once used as a bakery and a saloon. (Tours are additional)
Wednesday, June 9th: Juneau
Today we arrive in Juneau, the capital of Alaska. Juneau is home to some of Alaska’s most spectacular scenery. Nestled at the foot of Mt. Juneau, the city faces the water from the mainland side of Gastineau Channel. Several magnificent fjords are located along the channel coast and the majestic Mendenhall Glacier. (Tours are additional)
Thursday, June 10th: Ketchikan
Ketchikan originated as an Indian fish saltery, but the town’s major growth began when it became a supply base and entry port for miners during the 1898 Gold Rush to the Klondike. Much of the town’s colorful past is still in evidence, especially in the nearby Indian villages, where you’ll see colorfully carved totem poles and hear the fascinating legends that surround them. (Tours are additional)
Friday, June 11th: Inside Passage (Cruising)
Cruising through the Inside Passage is really what has made Alaska cruising so popular. This trip captures so much of what people love about Alaska. There are glaciers the size of Rhode Island. Misty rain forests and ghostly blue fjords and spirited communities that celebrate their varied heritage. Be sure to take in every view as you sail through one of the most beautiful parts of Alaska.
Saturday, June 12th: Vancouver, British Columbia - Home
Today we arrive in Vancouver, British Columbia. We will disembark the ship in the morning and transfer to the airport. What an adventure we had, and what better way to experience that adventure than with friends!
Booking Details:
Trip Price Per Person:
Interior Stateroom - $3,499.00
Ocean View Stateroom - $4,099.00
Balcony Stateroom - $4,399.00
Mini Suites - $4,599.00
Rates are per person and based on double occupancy.
Cruise Price Includes: Roundtrip motor coach transportation, roundtrip air transportation from Chicago,
airport and ship transfers, hotel accommodations, cruise accommodations and shipboard amenities, shipboard meals, airport & port taxes, baggage handling, history tour in Denali.
Not Included in cruise price: ship gratuities, alcoholic beverages, trip cancellation/medical insurance. (Suzi Davis Travel highly recommends insurance coverage.) shore excursions in Juneau, Skagway & Ketchikan,meals on land tour.
A valid passport is required.
Cancellations: A $600.00 per person deposit is needed in order to guarantee space for this cruise. Final payment is due by April 1, 2010.
A cancellation fee of $250.00 per person will be assessed for reservations canceled before January 7, 2010. A cancellation fee of $600.00 will be assessed for reservations canceled between January 7 and April 1, 2010. Cancellations made after April 1, 2010 will result in complete forfeiture of monies paid.
Suzi Davis Travel highly recommends travel insurance which provides reimbursement coverage for trip cancellation for covered medical reasons, and other benefits including Bankruptcy/Default, Trip Delay, Missed Cruise Departure, Accident Medical Expense, Sickness Medical Expense, Common Carrier AD&D, 24-hour AD&D, Baggage & Personal Effects, Baggage Delay. $279.00 per person.
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