Explore some of the less traveled, most beautiful, and pristine areas of Southeast Alaska during this unique 9-day cruise on the Island Spirit. This incredible voyage allows travelers to experience areas of the Alaskan wilderness by kayak, foot, from the ship, and even by zip line!
Highlights
Revel over the power of nature when you are up close to Dawes Glacier
Admire wildlife with the possibility to witness bears feasting on salmon
Unwind in Tenakee Springs: visit the bakery and discover local art
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Board ship at 5:00 PM (please note, there is no early boarding). Scheduled airport pick-ups are provided. For those coming in a day earlier, a luggage pick-up at in-town hotels can be arranged. Your vacation begins with a tour of the Alaska State Museum (395 Whittier St., Juneau). Please meet your naturalist at the door at 2:00 PM for check-in and tour. Sail this evening for your first wilderness anchorage.
This afternoon you’re off for a native experience. Visit the Icy Strait Point “Historic Salmon Cannery.” Enjoy a “Tlingit” cultural experience arranged for your education and entertainment. There’s time for a forest walk or even a thrilling adventure, as you might embark on the optional, world’s longest zip-line. Later this afternoon depart Hoonah, cruising east for your evening anchorage.
Cruise through Chatham Strait as you make your way to Tenakee Springs. This wonderful village of only 98 people gives you the opportunity to see how a quaint Alaskan town lives. Visit the bakery and 1899 mercantile. Local artist wares are available for sale in this unique setting. This afternoon watch for whales as you cruise to your evening anchorage.
This morning explore Chatham Strait, anchor this afternoon for some kayaking, and take an interpretive walk with your Naturalist. Later cruise during dinner to the Captain’s anchorage of choice.
Depending on wildlife and weather, your Captain plans today’s route. Start your day with a small boat ride to see the large gathering of local favorites, Stellar sea lions. Get up close and personal with these boisterous mammals, and enjoy their singing and snorting as you say hello. Later, stop by Thomas Bay for a little beach walk and glacier viewing. Then it’s on your way to the Scandinavian fishing village of Petersburg, where you can enjoy an evening in port.
This morning enjoy a muskeg walk and scenic stroll overlooking Frederick Sound and Devil’s Thumb. Afterwards, you may choose to visit the local museum and small locally owned shops. Sail this afternoon for Stephen’s Passage. Weather permitting, visit Five Fingers lighthouse, continuing to your evening anchorage in Holkam Bay. Five Fingers lighthouse is occupied by a favorite marine biologist, Fred Sharp. If available, Fred joins you onboard for a discussion of the local humpback whale population, known to frequent this area.
Today visit beautiful Endicott Arm and view magnificent Dawes Glacier from the comfort of your vessel. Watch for harbor seals that rest on the ice. Later today, enter a magical place - Ford’s Terror, named after an early mariner unfamiliar to the lively Alaska waters. This region is some of the most scenic in the Tongass National Forest. Enjoy a full day in Ford’s Terror, beginning the day with brunch, then taking skiff rides with your naturalist, or kayaking to watch nature at its best. Be among a handful on the planet to visit this majestic fjord for 24 hours. It’s one of the most majestic hidden fjords in Southeast AK. Later this evening dock in Juneau, back where you began!
Day 9: Disembark in Juneau
1 Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast onboard, trade emails, and say farewell to your crew and new friends. Shuttles are provided to the airpor or hotels.
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$4,500
Notes
- A fuel surcharge may be added due to fuel price volatility.
- All rates are quoted in USD and are based on double occupancy.
- Limited special single cabins available on first come first served basis for the same rate.
Initial deposit is $1200, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 130 days prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
Meyer Smolen
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Larry Bethune
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trudy
2 days ago
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