Alaskan Explorer Cruise from Seattle

Itinerary

• Day 1 - Fly UK to Seattle, US
  Fly UK to Seattle, US. Transfer from airport to hotel for a two night stay.
• Day 2 - Seattle, US
  Boasting the iconic, futuristic Space Needle, visitors to Seattle can enjoy fantastic views from the Great Wheel as well as try delicious food in the Pike Place Market, or take in one of the city’s popular museums such as the Museum of Pop Culture, the Museum of Art or even the aquarium. Meanwhile, for those interested in horticulture and design, the Chihuly Garden and Glass is a must, while lovers of the great outdoors will find plenty of scenic hikes.
• Day 3 - Board cruise in Seattle, US & scenic cruising Puget Sound
  Transfer from hotel to port to board your ship. Cruise through Puget Sound, an inland estuary in northwestern Washington, the Puget Sound spans 100 miles and is connected to the Pacific Ocean. With a shoreline over 1000 miles long, it has an array of activities to enjoy, from picturesque hiking trails to ferry rides and wildlife watching.
• Day 4 - At Sea
  While sailing between destinations, you’ll have time to take a moment and enjoy everything your cruise ship has to offer; with stunning food prepared with the freshest ingredients, fantastic entertainment opportunities, and plenty of places to lounge around, an enjoyable day at sea awaits!
• Day 5 - Scenic Cruising Stephens Passage & Juneau, Alaska
  Stephens Passage is like the best shortcut in the world, a straight line through Southeast Alaska in a landscape that comes with very few straight lines. The capital of Alaska, Juneau boasts a plethora of national parks in its surrounding area, such as Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, teaming with iconic wildlife such as salmon, bears, and bald eagles. The city of Juneau is also well worth a stop in itself with such attractions as the Alaska State Museum and iconic cable car ride for breath-taking views. Visitors will love delectable locally-sourced seafood as well as a range of other cuisines in town.
• Day 6 - Scenic Cruising Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier
  Boasting majestic waterfalls, rugged mountains and plunging valleys, Endicott Arm perfectly encapsulated Alaska's wild beauty. As you sail down the passage, with the Tongass national Forest around you, you'll be greeted by the breathtaking Dawes Glacier, spanning half a mile across and towering high into the sky.
• Day 7 - Sitka, Alaska
  Formerly Novo-Arkhangelsk, Sitka has a more a Russian feel than other Alaskan towns with orthodox style buildings and churches. In fact, this was the location where Russia officially sold ‘Russian America’ to the US in 1867 to become what is now the state of Alaska. Sitka also has a deep affinity with the native Tlingit population and preserving culture, nature and history with the Sitka National Historical Park as well as bear and bird sanctuaries.
• Day 8 - Ketchikan, Alaska
  Ketchikan is famous for the totem heritage museum, educating sightseers about the indigenous populations’ history and culture with an unrivalled display of native totems and artefacts. For those wanting to learn about the gold rush a visit to Dolly’s House Museum and downtown Creek Street is a good comparison along with the great Alaskan lumberjack show. Nature lovers, meanwhile, can enjoy dramatic sights at nearby misty fjords national monument.
• Day 9 - Victoria (British Columbia), Canada
  The capital of British Columbia, Victoria sits just below Vancouver looking south and east over the Salish Sea. The city has a number of attractions such as the old carousel, Royal BC Museum Craigdarroch Castle and Chinatown district. However, the highlight of Victoria is its surrounding natural beauty where a tour is a must to Thetic Lake Regional Park. Here, you can explore the wonderful nature by hiking trail and sport wildlife such as eagles.
• Day 10 - Fly Seattle, US to the UK
  Transfer from port to airport for a overnight flight back to the UK.