VANCOUVER TO ANCHORAGE
Departures June to September 2008, May to August 2009
Note: Also available from North to South.
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Ships which operate this route: | Spirit of Oceanus - 114 guests |
| The all-suite Spirit of Oceanus is your home at sea for 13 glorious days. Her 50-foot beam creates extra-large interior spaces, from the beautifully appointed lounges and dining room to your own personal suite. She is also equipped with stabilizers, which permit our open-water crossing of the Gulf of Alaska. | ||
From Misty Fjords National Monument to whale-filled Frederick Sound, from the open waters of the Gulf of Alaska to the mountainous coast of the Kenai Peninsula, your Coastal Odyssey brings you an extravagant vision of Alaska’s most spectacular natural wonders.
In Southeast Alaska, the fishing village of Petersburg welcomes you with a performance by the Norwegian Leikarring Dancers. In Sitka, admire the dozens of gold and silver Russian icons in St Michael’s Orthodox Cathedral. You will also arrive right at Juneau’s downtown waterfront, for privileged access to the bustling downtown streets.
Across the border in British Columbia, Prince Rupert at the mouth of the Skeena River has been home to a substantial Indian community since time immemorial.
And for a grand finale, sail under the Lion’s Gate Bridge to tie up right at Vancouver’s Inner Harbour.
| Day 1 | Sail from Vancouver This afternoon transfer to the Spirit of Oceanus at Vancouver’s inner harbor. Sail under Lion’s Gate Bridge to begin your Inside Passage cruise. (Dinner) |
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| Day 2 | Cruising British Columbia Sheltered waterways lined by evergreen-clad wilderness shores lead you north toward Alaska. Conditions permitting, you’ll tour the wilderness islands by Zodiac. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
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| Day 3 | Prince Rupert Tsimshian Indians lived here at the mouth of the Skeena River for many centuries. During your visit to Prince Rupert, explore the Museum of Northern British Columbia, home to a treasury of First Nations artifacts. (B L D) |
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| Day 4 | Misty Fjords The soaring cliffs of Misty Fjords are your introduction to Alaska’s grandeur this morning. The Spirit of Oceanus explores deep into spectacular Rudyerd Bay, a fjord lined with granite cliffs. Forest Service Kayak Rangers may join you on board. (B L D) |
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| Day 5 | Petersburg and Frederick Sound Winding Wrangell Narrows leads to the Norwegian-founded fishing village of Petersburg, where you are welcomed with a folk dance performance. Later, watch for humpback whales in Frederick Sound. You may anchor in a secluded cove this evening. (B L D) |
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| Day 6 | Tracy Arm and Juneau This morning, cruise far up Tracy Arm to the twin Sawyer Glaciers, where you’ll have a chance to Zodiac up-close to icebergs. Continue to Juneau, to shop and explore in Alaska’s most popular cruise port. (B L D) |
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| Day 7 | Glacier Bay Enjoy an excursion into Glacier Bay National Park, seeking wildlife and glacier experiences in remote bays. (B L D) |
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| Day 8 | Sitka Gorgeous waterways lead to Sitka. This one-time capital of Russian America is a treasure trove of historical art and artifacts, especially St. Michael’s Russian Orthodox Cathedral. (B L D) |
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| Day 9 | Gulf of Alaska Cruising Enjoy life aboard the Spirit of Oceanus, and the romance of the open sea. (B L D) |
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| Day 10 | Kenai Fjords The eastern half of the Kenai Peninsula is comprised entirely of rugged mountains, carved by glaciers into spectacular fjords. (B L D) |
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| Day 11 | Homer Call at this artists’ colony on Kachemak Bay where you’ll have time to explore the second-longest sandspit in the world. (B L D) |
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| Day 12 | Anchorage Disembark the Spirit of Oceanus in Anchorage and transfer to the Sheraton Hotel. Included sightseeing features the Alaska Native Heritage Center. (B L D) |
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| Day 13 | Transfer to the Anchorage Airport (B) | |
| Departure Dates | Prices From |
| June to September 08 |
£4225 |
| May to August 09 | £4350 |
