Overview
Itinerary
Tour begins: 6:00 PM, Hotel Captain Cook. A transfer is included from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Hotel Captain Cook. We invite you to join us this evening for a welcome reception and dinner. Stay: Hotel Captain Cook (D)
Sightseeing in Anchorage this morning includes an opportunity to visit Kenai Fjords National Park and its glacial wonderland.
Later today you'll embark Silver Moon for the start of your 7-night cruise. Stay Seven Nights: Silver Moon (B/L/D)
You'll spend the day cruising to the spectacular site known as Hubbard Glacier – the largest glacier in North America. Set in Wrangall-St. Elias National Park, the massive glacier is dramatic, mesmerizing and historic. (B/L/D)
The city of Juneau is the capital of Alaska, surrounded by an extraordinary backdrop of valleys cut from glaciers and snow-capped mountains, blanketed with lush forests. You'll have a choice of sightseeing today that enables you to explore by land or sea. (B/L/D)
Arrive in the historic gold-rush era town of Skagway for a choice of excursions including an antique streetcar tour and a round-trip excursion by vintage train to White Pass Summit; a visit to the village where mushers train their dogs for dogsled races*; and a Glacier Point Wilderness Safari* with a boat ride, canoeing and a hike. (B/L/D)
Upon arrival in Sitka, you'll have an opportunity to meet the locals, four-footed, finned and feathered, on a unique sea otter and wildlife cruise with an onboard naturalist who explains the workings of the remarkable ecosystem, and provides an opportunity to view wildlife up close in their natural habitats.
This afternoon, spend time exploring Sitka as you please; the cultural heritage of the town is diverse and unique, and there's lots to explore. (B/L/D)
Shore excursion choices today include a drive to Saxman Native Village to experience the rich living culture and traditions of the Tlingit people, from storytelling and dances to totem pole carving; a guided nature hike; an opportunity to discover more about the famed Dungeness crabs and "pull them up" (with help from volunteers); and a kayaking adventure*. (B/L/D)
Spend a full day at sea aboard Silver Moon cruising the Inside Passage and coastal landscapes of British Columbia en route to Vancouver, watching for whales, dolphins, and sea lions in the water and enjoying the many amenities aboard ship; your Tauck Director shares insights and commentary at a presentation. (B/L/D)
Disembark in Vancouver, your final port, for a day of sightseeing that includes Stanley Park, a 1,000 acre urban rainforest almost entirely surrounded by the waters of Vancouver Harbour and English Bay; historic Gastown; the Capilano Suspension Bridge in North Vancouver; and the Kitsilano Neighbourhood. Join us tonight for a farewell reception and dinner at your acclaimed hotel. Stay: Fairmont Waterfront (B/D)
Tour ends: Vancouver. A transfer from the Fairmont Waterfront to Vancouver International Airport is included. Allow at least 3 hours for check-in at the airport. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- All-included shore excursions feature choices to personalize your cruise and explore Alaska your way, including opportunities to get close to Alaska's wildlife by land and sea such as a unique wildlife safari, a visit to a sled dog camp and a trip aboard a very special railroad
- Two of the more unique shore excursions are a visit to an Iditarod Dogs' Summer Camp to meet with an Iditarod Musher – and a kayaking adventure to observe wildlife in natural surroundings
- On a special sea otter and wildlife cruise from Sitka, look for sea otters, whales, sea lions, porpoises, harbor seals, brown bears, blacktail deer, bald eagles and a variety of marine birds from the boat's expansive topside observation deck
- All-included – Tauck's private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at AUD $5,126 featuring choices to personalize your cruise and explore Alaska your way
- Spend one night at a premier hotel in the heart of Vancouver with city sightseeing – and one night in Anchorage including an excursion introducing you to Kenai Fjords National Park
- Your Tauck Director, along with local experts, leads excursions ashore – and onboard ship, shares insights and provides commentary on the sights along the Inside Passage. All gratuities to Tauck Director, ship staff, local experts, naturalists and drivers
- A 7-night cruise aboard a Silversea Cruise ship
- Hotel stays in Anchorage and Vancouver including guided city sightseeing
- Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
- Cruise fare, port charges, service charges, applicable fuel surcharges, taxes and porterage
- 25 included meals (9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 9 dinners)
- Aboard ship, select wines, premium spirits, and soft drinks are available throughout the day
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
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Availability
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Cabin Upgrades Optional cabin upgrades. Upgrades priced per person
| Vista Suite (Prices Shown) | $ 0 |
| Classic Veranda Suite | $ 1,190 |
| Superior Veranda Suite | $ 1,500 |
| Deluxe Veranda Suite | $ 2,100 |
| Silver Suite | $ 7,550 |
Upgrade prices shown are per person. Upgrade prices can vary depending on the departure date & the month of travel. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will confirm and include the upgrade price in your quote.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Tauck. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Tauck. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
