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Beautiful Glacier Bay, Alaska
from $13,400
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Alaska’s National Parks by Land and Sea: Denali to Glacier Bay

Fairbanks to Juneau - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Discoverer
  • Visit Denali National Park
  • Cruise Glacier Bay National Park
  • Explore Tracy Arm Fjord
  • Search Wildlife in Chichagof
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Fairbanks / Juneau
Activities
Snorkeling, Hiking, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Village Visits, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Explore a 16-day Alaska journey from Fairbanks to Juneau aboard Wilderness Discoverer. Travel inland to Denali National Park, visit Talkeetna, and learn about regional culture. Continue by sea through Tracy Arm, Glacier Bay, and Chichagof Island with opportunities for hiking, kayaking, and wildlife viewing.
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Kayaking in Alaska.
from $7,300
EBD 10%
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Kids in Nature: Glacier Bay Adventure Cruise

Roundtrip Juneau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Discoverer
  • Discover Glacier Bay National Park
  • Admire Alaskan wildlife
  • Visit Grand Pacific Glacier
  • Hike down Fairweather Mountain
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Juneau / Juneau
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Join the Wilderness Discoverer on this exceptional 8-day Alaskan Cruise where you'll discover Glacier Bay National Park, a 3,223,384 acre park located in Alaska's panhandle, Spend your days viewing wildlife like black and brown bears, eagles, sea otters, harbor seals, sea lions, sea birds and more as you sail from Sitka to Juneau.
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Calm waters disturbed only by the flick of a whale's tail
from $5,649
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Alaska Escape: Haines, the Inian Islands and Tracy Arm Fjord

Sitka - Juneau - 6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Lion
  • Journey by kayak into dramatic bays
  • Raft the Chilkat River with guides
  • See Haines by raft, bike, or foot
  • View glaciers and icebergs
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Sitka / Juneau
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Board the National Geographic Sea Lion on this 6-day Wild Alaska Escape cruise exploring the coasts and forests of Alaska. Visit ports such as Sitka, Juneau, and Haines, and wild islands of the inside passage.
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Sunrise at Crown Point, Columbia River Gorge, Oregon
from $4,778
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Columbia and Snake Rivers: Food, Wine, and History

Portland - Clarkston - 6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Lion
  • Sail under Portland’s iconic bridge
  • See majestic Multnomah Falls
  • Taste wine in charming Walla Walla
  • Visit historic Whitman Mission site
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Portland / Clarkston
Activities
Wine Tasting
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Variable
Experience a 6-day cruise on the Columbia and Snake rivers aboard the National Geographic Sea Lion, and savor exquisite local cuisine and wines curated by Food & Wine's Ray Isle. Explore stunning landscapes through guided hikes and kayaking while learning about the region's rich history and geology from expert naturalists.
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Beautiful Glacier Bay, Alaska
from $7,027
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Alaska's Inside Passage

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Explore Sitka’s rich heritage
  • Kayak Southeast Alaska fjords
  • Spot orcas and humpback whales
  • Cruise Tracy Arm’s icy waters
  • Visit charming Petersburg town
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Sitka / Juneau
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Variable
Join an 8-day National Geographic Quest from Sitka to Juneau, where you explore stunning fjords, towering glaciers, and wildlife-filled waters. With expert guides, hike through forests, kayak past icebergs, visit historic Petersburg, and see whales, sea lions, and bald eagles up close.
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Halawa Bay on Molokai
from $8,700
$250 OFF
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Hawaiian Seascapes

Kona to Molokai - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Explorer
  • Enjoy a paʻina and jam session
  • Take part in exploration activities
  • Visit the Puu Waawaa Sanctuary
  • Snorkel among coral gardens
  • Explore the island history
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Kailua Kona / Molokai
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Board the boutique yacht Safari Explorer for an 8-day cruise of the Hawaiian paradise between four islands - Moloka'i, Lana'i, Maui, and Hawaii. Snorkel, paddle board, kayak, explore by skiff, or hike at Lana'i Island, then visit the Humpback Marine Sanctuary and search for dolphins & whales along the way.
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Experience Alaska from the water, where serene kayaking encounters the raw beauty of the wild
from $6,300
EBD 10%
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Northern Passages with Glacier Bay & Sitka

Juneau to Sitka - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Endeavour
  • Kayak Glacier Bay waters
  • Search Chichagof brown bears
  • Navigate Baranof island fjords
  • Visit historic Sitka landmarks
  • Walk Sitka historic park
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Juneau / Sitka
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Variable
Travel 8 days from Juneau to Sitka aboard Safari Endeavour. Explore Glacier Bay National Park, Tongass National Forest, and remote islands. Activities include hiking, kayaking, and skiff tours. Wildlife sightings may include whales, bears, and seabirds.
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Explore the picturesque shoreline of Lake Superior
from $9,899
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Great Lakes and Thunder Bay

Chicago Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • See the Door County Maritime Museum
  • Take a horse-drawn carriage tour
  • Stroll Green Bay shoreline
  • Visit the historic Soo Locks
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Chicago / Chicago
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration, Biking
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Sail from Chicago round-trip on a 16-day Great Lakes and Thunder Bay cruise aboard Victory II and explore scenic ports across the Great Lakes. Cruise through Lake Michigan and Lake Superior on a journey full of natural and historic highlights.
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The still water of the Palouse River
from $6,809
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Columbia and Snake Rivers: Food, Wine, and History

Portland to Clarkston - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Bird
  • Trek up the iconic Beacon Rock
  • Zodiak or kayak the Palouse River
  • Jet boat through Hells Canyon
  • Visit Astoria & Columbia Gorge
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Portland / Clarkston
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Variable
Sail on the National Geographic Sea Bird for 8 days along the Columbia and Snake Rivers, exploring by Zodiac and kayak on the Palouse River and hiking at sites like Multnomah Falls and Beacon Rock. Visit Astoria, the Columbia River Gorge, Walla Walla, and Hells Canyon while learning about the region’s history, geology, and culture.
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Mackinac Island, Michigan
from $7,299
Save $5000
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All Five Great Lakes

Chicago to Toronto - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Explore Navy Pier and city skyline
  • Visit Milwaukee craft breweries
  • Lake Michigan sailing
  • Enjoy Escanaba waterfront views
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Chicago / Toronto
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day Great Lakes cruise aboard Victory II from Chicago to Toronto. Explore Detroit, Cleveland, Mackinac Island, Niagara Falls, and Milwaukee. Sail Lake Michigan, Huron, and Superior. Participate in cultural programs, enjoy scenic decks, and witness engineering marvels at the Soo Locks.
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Whale watching in Alaska
from $11,200
EBD 10%
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Glacier Bay National Park with Inside Passage and San Juan Islands

Seattle to Juneau - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Explorer
  • Enjoy Canada’s Inside Passages
  • Visit Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover LeConte Bay
  • Watch for whales at Frederick Sound
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Seattle / Juneau
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Variable
Thirteen days take you through the Inside Passages and Glacier Bay National Park, encountering remote wilderness, Native culture, and history. Set sail onboard Safari Explorer searching for the mighty humpback whale, orcas, harbor seals, and Steller's sea lions. Celebrate with a toast to nature's handiwork.
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Calm waters disturbed only by the flick of a whale's tail
from $7,300
EBD 10%
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Glacier Bay National Park with Inside Passage and San Juan Islands

Juneau -Seattle - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Endeavour
  • Enjoy Canada’s Inside Passages
  • Visit Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover LeConte Bay
  • Connect with Tlingit culture
  • Watch for whales at Icy Strait
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Juneau / Seattle
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On this 13-day small ship tour onboard Safari Endeavour, explore the Inside Passage and Glacier Bay. Whales and wildlife, kayaking, and hiking are just some of the activities available. Thirteen days immerse you in the Inside Passage and Glacier Bay National Park, as well as secluded landscapes, native culture, and history.
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