Alaska Discovery Land & Cruise featuring a 7-night Southbound Glacier Cruise aboard Holland America's Zaandam
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 thrive. See the spectacular, glacier filled College Fjord. 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.
A park expert guides you on a Tundra Wilderness Tour in Denali where fox hunt in the twilight and herds of Dall sheep and caribou roam mountain meadows. Your 7-night cruise includes traveling 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.
Highlights
Fairbanks, Alaska Pipeline, Stern Wheeler, Discovery, Home Hosted Dinner, McKinley Explorer Domed Rail Car, Denali National Park, Anchorage, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, College Fjord, Glacier Bay, Haines, Juneau, Ketchikan, Inside Passage
Collette Experience
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- Tour Operator
- Collette Vacations
- Duration
- 13 Days
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Fairbanks | Fairbanks, 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 2 | Fairbanks | Fairbanks: |
| Day 3 | Denali National Park | Fairbanks - Denali National Park: Depart Fairbanks for a scenic motorcoach ride to Denali National Park. The Princess Wilderness Lodge has five great dining options and many unique shops to visit. Tonight, enjoy an entertaining evening at the Music of Denali Dinner Theater which tells the story of the first ascent of Mount McKinley. You'll find yourself clapping and singing along with the talented cast which includes Walter Harper - the first Alaska native to set foot on the summit of Mount McKinley. The actors and actresses do double-duty as your servers for a hearty all-you-can-eat meal of salmon and ribs. |
| Day 4 | Denali | Denali: |
| Day 5 | Whittier | Denali 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. The scenery gets better and better with each passing mile and each car has its own private narrator. Be on the lookout for bald eagles, bears, whales and more! Once in Whittier you'll embark your ship to begin your 7-night cruise aboard Princess's Coral or Island. 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, such as specialty restaurants Sabatini's Italian restaurant and the Bayou Cafe & Steakhouse, as well as a European-style casino, a cigar lounge and retro martini bar. The Island Princess is a fabulous floating resort designed to make your stay onboard truly memorable. This vessel has over 700 balconies and a wrap-around Promenade Deck. So, after being mesmerized by the scenery off the bow, you will be dazzled by the entertainment in the state-of-the-art lounges and a myriad of dining options. While on board your ship, breakfast, lunch, dinner and nightly entertainment are included. |
| Day 6 | Cruising - College Fjord | Cruising - College Fjord: Your ship cruises through College Fjord. Located in scenic Prince William Sound, College Fjord is home to several glaciers named for East Coast universities, including Harvard and Yale. Carved by ancient glaciers, the fjord's steep sea cliffs rise above the water and are covered with dense strands of giant trees. The area is a haven for wildlife including a variety of marine and land mammals. |
| Day 7 | Cruising - Glacier Bay | Cruising - Glacier Bay: Cruise through Glacier Bay today, a treasure trove of tidewater glaciers and scenic coastal islands that is Alaska at its best. Here travelers can go back in time to the Ice Age to see the faces of glaciers whose retreat over just two centuries has sculpted a 65-mile long fjord. |
| Day 8 | Cruising - Skagway | Cruising - Skagway: Relive Alaska's Gold Rush days in this "Gateway to the Klondike" and home of the famed Chilkoot Trail. In Skagway, Alaska's past lives on and cries of "gold in the Yukon!" can still be heard. Explore this historic town in its spectacular natural setting. |
| Day 9 | Cruising - Juneau | Cruising - Juneau: From massive scenic mountains to historic buildings, explore Juneau, Alaska's gorgeous capital city with something for everyone. |
| Day 10 | Cruising - Ketchikan | Cruising - 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. |
| Day 11 | Cruising - Inside Passage | Cruising - 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. Take advantage of the many amenities of your ship or just relax and enjoy the view. You will be awe-struck with this natural wonder. |
| Day 12 | Seattle | Vancouver, B.C. - Disembark Cruise - Seattle, WA Airport: Your cruise ends in the vibrant city of Vancouver. You may choose an optional city tour which features Stanley Park, famous for its Indian totem poles, Chinatown, and Gastown, home to the world-famous steam-powered clock. Or, take time to explore this lovely city on your own. Next, board your coach for your drive to the Seattle Airport for an overnight stay. |
| Day 13 | Tour ends | Seattle Airport - Tour Ends: Your tour ends, leaving you with many wonderful memories of your vacation to the last of the great frontiers. |
- Dates/Pricing
- 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.
