Your itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Anchorage, Alaska
Experience the splendour of Alaska with
Collette Worldwide Holidays. A stay in
Denali National Park and a 7-night cruise through the Inside
Passage highlight this tour.
Day 2: Anchorage - Denali National Park
The city of Anchorage is protected by
majestic mountains and warmed by Cook Inlet's beauty. A tour will introduce you to this unique city and its
downtown business district. Continue north
into spectacular Denali National Park, stopping at Mt. McKinley
Overlook en route. (B)
Day 3: Denali National Park
Your day begins with a
special Tundra Wilderness Tour of Denali. With a little luck and
the help of your local naturalist guide, you may spot some of the
animals Alaska is famous for, including grizzly bears, Dall sheep,
moose, wolves, fox and caribou.
On a clear day, you will have
an incredible view of Mt. McKinley, North America's highest
mountain. The remainder of your afternoon
is at leisure to enjoy the park or you may wish to purchase an
optional nine-mile rafting trip down the Nenana River. (B)
Day 4: Denali - Seward - Board Cruise
Ship
After a drive along the scenic Turnagain
Arm, you will arrive in the port of Seward, the starting point for
your 7-night cruise. Your magnificent ship, Holland America's
ms Statendam, affords you the opportunity to
experience a soaring atrium lobby, where guests pause for espresso,
shop exclusive boutiques, send e-mail and meet friends for drinks
and hors d'oeuvres. While onboard, you'll
discover Broadway stage shows, nightclubs, lounges, a domed
all-weather pool, casino, theatres, a fully equipped gym and
jogging track.
(D)
Day 5: Cruising - Hubbard Glacier
Today you cruise past the mammoth Hubbard
Glacier. It is a day
filled with amazing natural sights that are sure to leave you
awe-struck. (B, L, D)
Day 6: Cruising - Icy Strait
Today you arrive at Icy Strait, the
coastline of the panhandle and part of the Tongass National
Forest. Icy Strait supports a passageway
for many varieties of sea and bird life and is also a connector to
and from the outside Gulf of Alaska for fishing trawlers and ocean
freighters. (B, L, D)
Day 7: Cruising - Skagway
As you behold a stunning view of the Lynn
Canal, your ship will arrive in the gold rush town of
Skagway. Spend some time exploring this
town, nicknamed Klondike, and take a walk down Broadway, a main
street so authentic it is part of the Klondike Gold Rush National
Historical Park. (B, L, D)
Day 8: Cruising - Juneau
Today you arrive in Alaska's lively
capital, the beautiful city of Juneau. You
may choose to disembark your ship for self-exploration of this
magnificent area to see Alaska's oldest Russian Orthodox church,
St. Nicholas, or visit the fascinating Alaska State
Museum. (B, L,
D)
Day 9: Cruising - Ketchikan
Today's port of call is Ketchikan, located
on the tranquil Revillagigedo Island, and home to the world's
largest collection of totem poles. Take some free time to visit
Totem Bight Park or Saxman Indian Village for your chance to see
these tremendous timbers being carved. (B, L, D)
Day 10: Cruising - Inside Passage
Today you journey along the Inside Passage,
an amazing stretch of land with immense natural beauty and a large
inhabitance of wildlife. Take advantage of the many amenities of
your ship or just relax and enjoy the sights.
The views are awe-inspiring; the air is invigorating.
(B, L, D)
Day 11: Vancouver, B.C. - Disembark Cruise
- Seattle, WA Area
Your cruise ends in the vibrant city of
Vancouver. A city tour features Stanley Park, famous
for its Indian totem poles, Chinatown, and Gastown, home to the
world-famous steam-powered clock.
Then you board your coach for your
trip to the Seattle area.
(B)
Day 12: Seattle - Depart for Home
(B)
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