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Alaska Discovery Land & Cruise featuring a 7-night Southbound Cruise aboard the Princess Island or Coral

Relax for 7-nights as you enjoy Alaskan scenery from your balcony cabin aboard Princess Coral or the Princess Island. Cruise through Northern splendor, including the Inside Passage and Glacier Bay. Enjoy two nights at a lodge in Denali National Park. Ride the Denali Express train through breathtaking scenery where abundant wildlife thrives. Explore Alaska's gorgeous capital, Juneau. Visit Ketchikan, the "Salmon Capital of the World." Enjoy lively entertainment and a hearty feast at the Music of Denali Dinner Theater. Explore vibrant Vancouver.

Tour Highlights

  • Fairbanks, Stern Wheeler, Discovery, Denali National Park, Music of Denali Dinner Theater, Denali Express Rail Car, Balcony Cabin aboard the Princess Island or Coral, Hubbard Glacier, Glacier Bay, Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan, Inside Passage

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  • A park expert guides you on a natural history tour into Denali National Park.
  • Relax in your balcony cabin aboard a 7-night cruise and travel through Glacier Bay, where travelers can go back in time to the Ice Age.
  • An amazing cruise aboard the popular Stern Wheeler, Discovery, is an unforgettable journey showcasing Alaska's diverse culture and rich history.
  • Details
    Tour OperatorCollette Vacations
    OfferOffer valid through 5/31/2010
    Duration
    13 Days
    Itinerary
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1FairbanksFairbanks, Alaska - Tour Begins : Your tour begins in Fairbanks, in the great state of Alaska. What better way to explore such a vast and undisturbed region than with a Collette vacation that combines the best of both land and sea, highlighted by accommodations confirmed in a balcony cabin, on an unforgettable 7-night Princess cruise!
    Day 2FairbanksFairbanks : Begin your day on an amazing cruise aboard the popular Stern Wheeler, Discovery, an unforgettable journey showcasing Alaska's diverse culture and rich history. The remainder of your day is at leisure to discover Alaska's second largest city on your own.
    Day 3Denali National ParkFairbanks - Denali National Park : Depart Fairbanks for a scenic motorcoach ride to Denali National Park. Tonight, enjoy an entertaining evening at the Music of Denali Dinner Theater which tells the story of the first ascent of Mount McKinley.

    Today dinner will be included.

    Day 4DenaliDenali : This morning, join a park expert and embark on a natural history tour into Denali National Park. This tour teaches you about the six million acres that make up this pristine wilderness. The scenery alone is worth the trip, but you may be lucky enough to view some wildlife as well! The remainder of your day is at leisure.
    Day 5WhittierDenali Rail Station - Whittier - Board Cruise Ship : Transfer to the rail station and ride the Denali Express direct to Whittier for an unforgettable journey. As you relax in the Domed car, the views are so spectacular that you feel as though you can touch the sky. Be on the lookout for bald eagles, bears, whales and more! Once in Whittier, embark the ship to begin your 7-night cruise aboard Princess's Island or Coral. The Island Princess is a fabulous floating resort designed to make your stay onboard truly memorable. You will be dazzled by the entertainment in the state-of-the-art lounges and a myriad of dining options. The Coral Princess is a luxurious way to escape completely, with all the amenities for an amazing cruise. It features an impressive array of dining options, as well as a European-style casino, cigar lounge and retro martini bar. While on board, breakfast, lunch, dinner and nightly entertainment are included.

    Today dinner will be included.

    Day 6Hubbard GlacierCruising - Hubbard Glacier : Your ship cruises past the mammoth Hubbard Glacier, Alaska's only advancing glacier. Your day is filled with amazing natural sights as you linger along its shimmering five-mile long face.

    Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included.

    Day 7Glacier BayCruising - Glacier Bay : Cruise through Glacier Bay, a spectacular national park and preserve that is a treasure trove of tidewater glaciers and scenic coastal islands. Its rich world of marine life and large concentration of tidewater glaciers is Alaska at its best.

    Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included.

    Day 8SkagwayCruising - Skagway : Relive Alaska's Gold Rush days in this "Gateway to the Klondike" and home of the famed Chilkoot Trail. In historic Skagway, Alaska's past lives on in a spectacular natural setting and cries of "gold in the Yukon!" can still be heard.

    Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included.

    Day 9JuneauCruising - Juneau : From massive scenic mountains to historic buildings, explore Juneau, Alaska's gorgeous capital city with something for everyone.

    Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included.

    Day 10KetchikanCruising - Ketchikan : Your port of call today is Ketchikan, known as the "Salmon Capital of the World" and the "City of Totems." Located on the tranquil Revillagigedo Island, Ketchikan is home to the world's largest collection of totem poles.

    Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included.

    Day 11Inside PassageCruising - Inside Passage : A wonderful day of sightseeing is in store for you as your ship sails along the amazing Inside Passage, an extensive stretch of land known for its natural beauty and abundant wildlife. You will be awe-struck with this natural wonder.

    Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included.

    Day 12SeattleVancouver, B.C. - Disembark Cruise - Seattle, WA Airport Area : Your cruise ends in the vibrant city of Vancouver. Choose an optional city tour featuring Stanley Park, Chinatown and Gastown, home to the world-famous steam-powered clock. Or, explore this lovely city on your own. Next, board your coach for your drive to the Seattle airport area for an overnight stay.

    Today breakfast will be included.

    Day 13SeattleSeattle Airport Area - Tour Ends : Your tour ends, leaving you with many wonderful memories of your vacation to the last of the great frontiers.

    Dates/Pricing
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    DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
    May 20, 2010$3,249.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    June 03, 2010$3,549.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    July 15, 2010$3,799.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    July 29, 2010$3,799.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    August 24, 2010$3,549.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    September 07, 2010$3,249.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    September 09, 2010$3,249.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    Lodging
    Fairbanks Princess Riverside LodgePrincess Wilderness Lodge
    Island or CoralHoliday Inn
    Disclaimer
    Note
    Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.