This is an 8-day Alaska's Prince William Sound Explorer with Cordova cruise wherein you are able to experience sailing the Prince William Sound. On this journey, you are able to kayak, hike and skiff past centuries-old glaciers. Also, you discover Puffins, eagles, otters, and sea lions waiting around every cove. This cruise takes you to Icy Bay Glaciers, Cordova, Colombia Glacier, Meares Glacier and more.
Highlights
Discover glaciers including Chenega, Columbia, Meares, and Sheridan
Visit the tiny fishing town of Cordova
Explore narrowing waterways surrounded by rugged Alaskan wilderness
Enjoy kayak, paddle board, and skiff in hidden coves and narrow fjords
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
Arrive in Anchorage and transfer to the coastal town of Seward. Meet the crew and board the Safari Explorer, your ship for the week. After a safety briefing, sit down for your first dinner prepared with locally sourced ingredients.
Wake up in the glacial waterways of Icy Bay, surrounded by 4,000-foot peaks. Nearby glaciers—Chenega, Tigertail, and Tiger—may be explored by skiff or, if conditions allow, by kayak in a secluded cove. The expedition team explains how glaciers continue to shape the landscape. Travel among the islands once home to the Chenega people, whose name means “beneath the mountain.”
Tuck into the southern reaches of Prince William Sound, exploring its sculpted islands. Some call it “gunkholing”— nosing around the next cove—and there’s plenty to see. Search for whales, seals, sea lions, and seabirds from the bow or opt to kayak or beachcomb for a closer look at island life with natural and cultural history notes from your guides.
Day 4: Cordova Town: Hikes & Culture
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Cordova, this tiny fishing town only accessible by air or sea, is quintessentially Alaska. Explore on your own or join your shipmates on a walking tour to see the mouth of the Copper River. Or you can choose to accompany your guides for a day below the Sheridan Glacier. For those looking to adventure all out, race your guides to the top of the EYAK ski hill on the hard charger hike. Finally enjoy the landscape before settling back on board for a quiet evening.
Options aplenty this morning. Hike, kayak, skiff, or try your hand at stand-up paddle boarding in a quiet cove before a hearty lunch back onboard. Next up: towering icebergs born from the approaching Columbia Glacier. Winding its way 32 miles back through Chugach Mountains and with constantly changing conditions, your captain finds the best route to view this massive glacier.
Arctic terns and bald eagles, harbor seals resting on icebergs and the massive Meares Glacier as your backdrop, Unakwik Inlet is the perfect place to dip your paddle in the water for a kayak. Or, join a skiff tour to get farther faster in glacier country. This is wilderness at its wildest. Feel the mountains closing in as you cruise through Esther Passage. View a fish hatchery and learn about Alaska’s salmon species. Tonight, join your expedition leader for an interpretive presentation before a relaxing soak in the hot tub under the fading sun.
Day 7: Ester Island Hatchery and Barry Arm Glaciers
Step ashore at Esther Island to tour a working salmon hatchery and learn how millions of fish are raised and released to support wild runs. Take a short walk to a nearby lake and return to the hatchery to watch for bears fishing along the stream.
In the afternoon, cruise through Barry Arm where towering glaciers spill from the mountains into the sea, offering spectacular views and photo opportunities.
Day 8: Seward | Disembark
1 Breakfast
One last breakfast with new friends before heading back to Anchorage for your flight home. Take in the stunning views along the Seward Highway on your way to the airport.
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$10,8002-3 travelers
Navigator Cabin
Navigator Cabins come with a fixed queen (B3, B6, B8, B10, B12, B14) or your choice of a fixed queen or two twin beds (B7, B9, B11, B13). Enjoy an en-suite bathroom, TV, DVD player, a view window, and ample storage space. Amenities include a hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, water bottles, binoculars, and bathrobes for your comfort.
Trailblazer Cabin
Trailblazer Cabins come with your choice of two twin beds or one king bed. Enjoy an en-suite bathroom, TV, DVD player, a view window, and ample storage space. Amenities include a hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, water bottles, binoculars, and bathrobes for your comfort.
Admiral Cabin
Admiral Cabins offer sleeping space for two guests (B1), two adults and one child (C1), or three adults (C2). Each cabin comes with your choice of a king bed or two twin beds. Cabins C1 and C2 come with an additional sleeper. Amenities include a hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, water bottles, and binoculars for your convenience.
Jr. Commodore
Jr. Commodore Suite offers a single sofa sleeper and the option of two twin beds or one king bed. Enjoy an en-suite bathroom, Jacuzzi and shower, view window, TV, DVD player, and sitting area. Amenities include a hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, water bottles, binoculars, and bathrobes for your comfort.
Commodore Suite
Commodore Suites offer a double sofa sleeper and the option of two twin beds or one king bed. Enjoy a private balcony, Jacuzzi and shower, view window, mini-fridge, TV, DVD player, and sitting area. Amenities include a hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, water bottles, binoculars, and bathrobes for your comfort.
Notes
Due to the nature of your explorations, itineraries are guidelines and may change in order to maximize wildlife and natural encounters. Variations in itinerary and the order of days may occur.
Initial deposit is 20% of the cruise plus port taxes and fees and 50% of any land services, 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 Visa, Mastercard or Discover
The trip might have been the absolute best of our lifetime (thus far). We particularly want to commend our guide Peter in the Guilin area-he was so incredibly attentive, energetic, enthusiastic-and absolutely dedicated to ensuring that our meals were 100% vegetarian.
