Alaska Cruise June 21 - June 28, 2019 Aboard the Radiance of the Seas Departing Seward, Alaska, to Hubbard Glassier, Juneau, Skagway, Icy Strait Point, Ketchikan, Inside Passage and ends in Vancouver, British Columbia RESERVE A ROOM Day 1 - Seward, Alaska Seward is perched on a peninsula where the ice age has had lasting power. Where ocean and mountains meet, the frosty waters and rugged coast of Resurrection Bay sustain birds, sea mammals and other marine life. When you're in Seward, don't miss the Alaska Sealife Center. It features beautiful local marine life in its natural habitat. Visitors can learn about the complex Alaskan ecosystem while enjoying the antics of sea lions, otters and porpoises. Day 2 - Hubbard Glacier
Hubbard Glacier is 76 miles long, 7 miles wide and 350 feet above the water line where it meets the bay. Watch as massive chunks of ice crash into the bay, a process known as calving that the Tlingit people call "White Thunder." Day 3 - Juneau Alaska Surrounded by fjords, forest and snow-capped mountains, Juneau is one gorgeous state capital. Its historic downtown harkens back to its gold-rush origins and you can still pan for gold. But nature is the priceless treasure.
When you're in Juneau, you shouldn't miss the amazing glacial landscape. The best view available is from the seat of a helicopter on one of our shore excursions, where you can watch for bear, mountain goats, and moose. Once you've landed, we'll take you on a once-in-a-lifetime dogsled ride. Day 4 - Skagway, Alaska
The great Klondike Rush lives on in Skagway's charming downtown of restored 19th-century buildings and its historic railway. From the vintage train, admire the mountains and see the 1898 trail that fortune seekers traveled on foot. Take the unforgettable journey aboard the "Scenic Railway of the World" and travel 20 miles from tidewater to the summit of the White Pass - a 2,865 foot elevation. Ride in vintage rail cars as you retrace the original route to the White Pass summit. This fully narrated tour features panoramas of mountains, gorges, waterfalls, tunnels, trestles and historic sites. See the original Klondike Trail of '98 worn into the rocks, a permanent tribute to the thousands of souls that passed this route in seek of fortune. Experience this unique railroad that symbolizes accomplishment in the adventure of pioneering - triumph over challenge. Day 5 - Icy Strait Point, Alaska Icy Strait Point is located near the city of Hoonah, the largest native Tlingit Indian settlement in Alaska. Home to a historic cannery, the port's connection to the sea is strong. Locals share the sea with humpback whales, orcas, Dall porpoises, seals, sea otters, halibut and all five species of Pacific salmon. It is not uncommon to spot a humpback or an orca while walking along the shore.
Ride the Worlds Largest and Highest ZipRider zip line ride. 5330' long, 1300' vertical drop and speeds up to 82mph. Take an ATV tour through the wilderness and combine this with your ZipRider adventure. Day 6 - Ketchikan, Alaska Ketchikan is the gateway to Misty Fjords National Monument, whose landscapes and dramatic seascapes can only be reached by plane or boat. The Salmon Capital is a hub for sports fishing and home to a collection of totem poles. While fishing is by far the most popular sport in Ketchikan, there are a lot of other activities for people to take part in. In fact, one of the best ways to see the area and enjoy the scenery is simply to take a walk through town and to the Totem Heritage Center. There, you can explore the history of totem poles and see some terrific examples. Day 7 - Alaska Inside Passage
Have your camera ready to capture the rugged beauty of the islands and mainland coast of southern Alaska. The views include glaciers, fjords, soaring cliffs and misty northern rainforest. Day 8 - Vancouver, British Columbia This will be the end of our sailing. We will disembark the ship. RESERVE A ROOM