Alaska's Inside Passage - Northbound 2023

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A magnificent 7-night cruise takes you through the coastal islands of Alaska's legendary Inside Passage, surrounded by some of the most dramatic and wildlife-rich scenery on Earth – a perfect combination of natural and cultural history. All-included shore excursions feature choices to personalize your cruise and explore Alaska your way, including opportunitie...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Cruise through Alaska's legendary Inside Passage aboard Silversea'sSilver Muse
    • surrounded by some of the most dramatic and wildlife-rich scenery on Earth; a perfect combination of natural and cultural history... Be at one with nature as you cruise the Inside Passage
    • surrounded by some of the most dramatic and wildlife-rich scenery on Earth – a cruise that is a perfect combination of natural and cultural history. Snow-crowned mountains
    • glacier-carved fjords
    • and lush green rainforests contribute to the feeling of being both uplifted and humbled by larger-than-life wilderness as far as the eye can see. There is always the possibility for wildlife spotting – humpback whales
    • eagles
    • orcas
    • harbour seals – and perhaps puffins
    • sea otters
    • the ever-elusive bears or the ever-moving salmon. Life under the sea reigns supreme while on the sea

What's this trip about?

    A magnificent 7-night cruise takes you through the coastal islands of Alaska's legendary Inside Passage, surrounded by some of the most dramatic and wildlife-rich scenery on Earth – a perfect combination of natural and cultural history. 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.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start City Vancouver, Canada
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

  • North America
  • Canada
  • United States

Attractions

  • Juneau
  • Ketchikan
  • Vancouver

Activities

  • Culture

Trip includes

    • 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 andsea such as a unique wildlife safari, a visit to a sled dogcamp and a trip aboard a very special railroad All-included – Tauck's private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at $1,209 Two of the more unique shore excursions are a "Dungeness Crab" experience where you learn about, and pull up, the Dungeness crabs (with a little help from volunteers) – 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 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

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Arrive Anchorage

Tour begins: 6:00 PM, Fairmont Waterfront. 
A transfer is included from Vancouver International Airport to Fairmont Waterfront. We invite you to join us this evening for a welcome reception and dinner at your acclaimed hotel.

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MEALS : D

LODGING : Fairmont Waterfront

PORTOFCALL : Vancouver, Canada

Day 2 See the sights of Vancouver / Embark Silver Muse

Sightseeing in Vancouver  this morning 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 Van...

Day 3 British Columbia / Inisde Passage Cruising

Spend a full day at sea aboard Silver Muse cruising the coastal landscapes of British Columbia and the Inside Passage, watching for whales, dolphins, and sea lions in the water and enjoying the many amenities aboard Silver Muse; you...

Day 4 In and around Ketchikan

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; an opportunity to discover more a...

Day 5 Juneau and a choice of sightseeing

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, from a tour of Mend...

Day 6 Skagway, a railway, and sled dogs

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 d...

Day 7 Sitka, rich in natural beauty and cultural treasures

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 that views wildlife up close in their natural habitat.

MEALS : B, L, D

LODGING : Silver Muse

Day 8 Hubbard Glacier Cruising

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.

MEALS : B, L, D

LODGING : Silver Muse

PORTOFCALL : Juneau, Alaska, USA

Day 9 Disembark in Seward / Anchorage

Disembark in Seward, your final port, and journey to Anchorage for a day of sightseeing that includes an opportunity to visit Kenai Fjords National Park and its glacial wonderland. Join us tonight for a farewell reception and dinner at your hotel.

MEALS : B, L, D

LODGING : Hotel Captain Cook

Day 10 Journey Home

Tour ends: Anchorage
. A transfer from the Hotel Captain Cook to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is included. Allow at least 3 hours for check-in at the airport.

MEALS : B

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Dates & Availability

Price From $7,290
Price per day$729
Last Updated: 10/24/2023

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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