Glaciers crash with the sound of thunder in Alaska

Keep your eyes open. You never know when a spire of ice two stories tall will thunder into the sea, when a high mountain peak will suddenly appear out of the mist, or a pod of orcas survace to play alongside the ship. That's the beauty of Alaska: nature puts on a constant, surprising show.

  • 7 Nights, Juneau to Juneau
  • 12 Nights, Juneau to Seattle
  • 12 Nights, Seattle to Juneau

7 nights (Juneau - Juneau)

 

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2008 Dates:

May 10, 17, 24, 31
June 7, 14, 21, 28
Jul 5, 12, 19, 26
Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Sep 6, 13

 
Ships: Empress of the North

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JUNEAU | Alaska

Everything about Juneau is larger than life. Its setting is spectacular, ringed by soaring mountains, sapphire-hued Gastineau Channel and the snowy peaks of Douglas Island. Named for a gold prospector, Joe Juneau, it's the only state capital that is accessible solely by air and sea.

NATURE CRUISING | Alaska

Whether you're cruising past bald eagle nests on Chichogof Island, following pods of whales feeding off Point Adolphus or gliding up to one dramatic ice face after another in Glacier Bay (subject to national park entry permits), you know your Captain has chosen the best spots for the day's adventures. The flexibility and freedom sets us apart.

SKAGWAY | Alaska

For thousands of years, the area around present-day Skagway was the peaceful home of the Tlingit. But their serene way of life came to an end in 1896, when gold was found in the Klondike region of Canada's Yukon Territory. By the summer of 1897, tens of thousands of prospectors climbed the 21-mile trail from Skagway to the Yukon over White Pass. Relive their historic trek along the Gold Rush Trail of '98 into the Yukon. Today, this former boomtown retains much of its frontier character. Explore this once rollicking outpost, where false-front buildings and boardwalks still line the streets, and saloons, gambling houses and dance halls once ran all night.

SITKA | Alaska

A Tlingit settlement for centuries, Sitka was designated the captial of Russian America in 1808. Today, both Tlingit and Russian culture are beautifully preserved here. Experience their interwoven histories firshand with an unforgettable visit to the Sheldon Jackson Museum and Sitka National Historic Park.

PETERSBURG | Alaska

"Affectionately nicknamed ""Alaska's Little Norway,"" the flavor of the Old World prevails in Petersburg. You'll experience it yourself while still on board when the Leikarring Norwegian Folk Dancers entertain you with a special performance. Once ashore, visit the Clausen Museum or roam this charming town on your own."

WRANGELL | Alaska

As early as 1881 the Russians began fur-trading with the Tlingit on the site of what is now Wrangell. Named for Baron Ferdinand Petrovich Wrangell, then head of Russian government interest in America, the settlement shifted to British, then American hands as fur trading gave way to gold prospecting. Much of the town's wild past and rich native culture remains for you to explore.

DAWES GLACIER | Alaska

Cruising into the Endicott Arm you'll spot Dawes Glacier, which is extremely active. When Dawes Glacier calves, as it does quite frequently, it can release chunks as larges as houses.

JUNEAU | Alaska

Everything about Juneau is larger than life. Its setting is spectacular, ringed by soaring mountains, sapphire-hued Gastineau Channel and the snowy peaks of Douglas Island. Named for a gold prospector, Joe Juneau, it's the only state capital that is accessible solely by air and sea.

12 nights (Juneau - Seattle)

 

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2008 Dates: Sep 20

Ships: Empress of the North

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JUNEAU | Alaska

Everything about Juneau is larger than life. Its setting is spectacular, ringed by soaring mountains, sapphire-hued Gastineau Channel and the snowy peaks of Douglas Island. Named for a gold prospector, Joe Juneau, it's the only state capital that is accessible solely by air and sea.

POINT ADOLPHUS | Alaska

Arguably the best place in Southeast Alaska to observe humpback whales, Point Adolphus is the summer feeding ground for these enormous, yet surprisingly graceful mammals. While larger ships cruise past at a distance, you'll experience the spectable of humpbacks launching thier 50-ton bodies out of the water. Be sure to watch for orcas, sea lions and sea otters.

SKAGWAY | Alaska

For thousands of years, the area around present-day Skagway was the peaceful home of the Tlingit. But their serene way of life came to an end in 1896, when gold was found in the Klondike region of Canada's Yukon Territory. By the summer of 1897, tens of thousands of prospectors climbed the 21-mile trail from Skagway to the Yukon over White Pass. Relive their historic trek along the Gold Rush Trail of '98 into the Yukon. Today, this former boomtown retains much of its frontier character. Explore this once rollicking outpost, where false-front buildings and boardwalks still line the streets, and saloons, gambling houses and dance halls once ran all night.

SITKA | Alaska

A Tlingit settlement for centuries, Sitka was designated the captial of Russian America in 1808. Today, both Tlingit and Russian culture are beautifully preserved here. Experience their interwoven histories firshand with an unforgettable visit to the Sheldon Jackson Museum and Sitka National Historic Park.

PETERSBURG | Alaska

"Affectionately nicknamed ""Alaska's Little Norway,"" the flavor of the Old World prevails in Petersburg. You'll experience it yourself while still on board when the Leikarring Norwegian Folk Dancers entertain you with a special performance. Once ashore, visit the Clausen Museum or roam this charming town on your own."

DAWES GLACIER | Alaska

Cruising into the Endicott Arm you'll spot Dawes Glacier, which is extremely active. When Dawes Glacier calves, as it does quite frequently, it can release chunks as larges as houses.

WRANGELL | Alaska

As early as 1881 the Russians began fur-trading with the Tlingit on the site of what is now Wrangell. Named for Baron Ferdinand Petrovich Wrangell, then head of Russian government interest in America, the settlement shifted to British, then American hands as fur trading gave way to gold prospecting. Much of the town's wild past and rich native culture remains for you to explore.

KETCHIKAN | Alaska

'King Salmon Captial of the World,' is only five miles long and two miles wide. Explore picturesque Creek Street, formerly the town's Red Light district. The world's largest collection of standing totem poles can be seen in Saxman Village.

PORT ANGELES | Washington

ANACORTES & SAN JUAN ISLAND | Washington

SEATTLE | Washington

"This sparkling gem, known as the ""Emerald City,"" is set on Elliot Bay between the Olympic and Cascade Mountains, with 14,441-foot Mt. Ranier providing a majestic backdrop. Stroll through Pike Place Market where flying fish are the ""catch"" of the day, relive Seattle's history in Pioneer Square or stop at Seattle Center, site of the 1962 World's Fair, to ride to the stop of the Space Needle."

12 Nights, Seattle to Juneau

 

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2008 Dates: Apr 28


Ships: Empress of the North

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SEATTLE | Washington

"This sparkling gem, known as the ""Emerald City,"" is set on Elliot Bay between the Olympic and Cascade Mountains, with 14,441-foot Mt. Ranier providing a majestic backdrop. Stroll through Pike Place Market where flying fish are the ""catch"" of the day, relive Seattle's history in Pioneer Square or stop at Seattle Center, site of the 1962 World's Fair, to ride to the stop of the Space Needle."

ANACORTES & SAN JUAN ISLAND | Washington

PORT ANGELES | Washington

KETCHIKAN | Alaska

'King Salmon Captial of the World,' is only five miles long and two miles wide. Explore picturesque Creek Street, formerly the town's Red Light district. The world's largest collection of standing totem poles can be seen in Saxman Village.

WRANGELL | Alaska

As early as 1881 the Russians began fur-trading with the Tlingit on the site of what is now Wrangell. Named for Baron Ferdinand Petrovich Wrangell, then head of Russian government interest in America, the settlement shifted to British, then American hands as fur trading gave way to gold prospecting. Much of the town's wild past and rich native culture remains for you to explore.

PETERSBURG | Alaska

"Affectionately nicknamed ""Alaska's Little Norway,"" the flavor of the Old World prevails in Petersburg. You'll experience it yourself while still on board when the Leikarring Norwegian Folk Dancers entertain you with a special performance. Once ashore, visit the Clausen Museum or roam this charming town on your own."

SITKA | Alaska

A Tlingit settlement for centuries, Sitka was designated the captial of Russian America in 1808. Today, both Tlingit and Russian culture are beautifully preserved here. Experience their interwoven histories firshand with an unforgettable visit to the Sheldon Jackson Museum and Sitka National Historic Park.

NATURE CRUISING | Alaska

Whether you're cruising past bald eagle nests on Chichogof Island, following pods of whales feeding off Point Adolphus or gliding up to one dramatic ice face after another in Glacier Bay (subject to national park entry permits), you know your Captain has chosen the best spots for the day's adventures. The flexibility and freedom sets us apart.

SKAGWAY | Alaska

For thousands of years, the area around present-day Skagway was the peaceful home of the Tlingit. But their serene way of life came to an end in 1896, when gold was found in the Klondike region of Canada's Yukon Territory. By the summer of 1897, tens of thousands of prospectors climbed the 21-mile trail from Skagway to the Yukon over White Pass. Relive their historic trek along the Gold Rush Trail of '98 into the Yukon. Today, this former boomtown retains much of its frontier character. Explore this once rollicking outpost, where false-front buildings and boardwalks still line the streets, and saloons, gambling houses and dance halls once ran all night.

DAWES GLACIER | Alaska

Cruising into the Endicott Arm you'll spot Dawes Glacier, which is extremely active. When Dawes Glacier calves, as it does quite frequently, it can release chunks as larges as houses.

JUNEAU | Alaska

Everything about Juneau is larger than life. Its setting is spectacular, ringed by soaring mountains, sapphire-hued Gastineau Channel and the snowy peaks of Douglas Island. Named for a gold prospector, Joe Juneau, it's the only state capital that is accessible solely by air and sea.

12 nights (Seattle - Juneau)

 

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