Coastal Odyssey (Cruise + Redoubt Bay Lodge)

Vancouver, Canada to Whittier

(Or in Reverse Direction)

Coastal Cruising | 13 Nights | Nature & Wildlife

Top▲Highlights

Our Coastal Odyssey voyage cruises over 1,600 miles between Vancouver BC and Anchorage, exploring the entire Inside Passage between British Columbia and Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, and the spectacular Gulf of Alaska coast. The graceful, all-suite Spirit of Oceanus, takes you to ports other cruise lines don't (or can't) reach, and brings you close to shore to find puffins in Glacier Bay, seals and sea otters in the Kenai Fjords, and bears feeding along the shoreline of Admiralty Island. Sailing between Vancouver and Anchorage, cruise the entire Inside Passage, including the stunning glaciers of Prince William Sound.

Note: For most destinations of this cruise, small-motorized excursion craft are the only way to get ashore. Travelers should have confident balance and mobility to participate.

Please note some ports and activities may vary on the reverse itinerary, please contact one of our Specialty Cruise Advisors for more details.

Top▲Itinerary

NOTE: All itineraries on the website are constantly being updated. This itinerary may not be the most current, so please check with one of the Specialty Cruise Advisors on the left to ensure that this is the most current one.

Top▲Dates & Prices

Seasonality

June to August

The cost of your cruise-tour includes service charges for land-based personnel and $922 per person which covers taxes/port charges/fees and onboard services. Onboard gratuities are neither required nor expected. Prices are per person, double-occupancy, U.S. dollars. Single-Triple rates available upon request where applicable. Airfare extra. Prices do not include fuel surcharges which may be added up to the time of your departure.

This example may be available on other dates or with different itineraries. We will gladly research other options for you! Special savings may be available for groups of 6 or more. Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, for standard and/or inside stateroom unless stated otherwise, are capacity controlled and are subject to availability. Fare is shown in US dollars unless otherwise stated. Government Fees and Taxes are additional. Refer to appropriate supplier brochure for terms and conditions. Pricing for Singles, 3rd, 4th or 5th guests if available, will be provided upon request and is subject to stateroom category availability. Unless specified, airfare is not included. Full details of airfare offers will be provided upon request and may vary by departure location. Prices vary by date of travel, were available when written, but are subject to restrictions and availability when booked, and may be withdrawn at any time. Offer not combinable with other promotions or discount offers. FST #ST37451 / CST #2092247-50 / WST #602-708-936

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  Day 4 - Opportunity To Meet Members of Community and Traditional Dance at Tribal Long House (Metlakatla)

  We will have the special opportunity to meet members of this community and be honored by observing a traditional dance performance in full Tsimshian regalia in their tribal long house.

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  Day 5 - Norweigan Dance Performance (Petersburg)

  Duration: approx. 25 minutes
  Activity Level: Easy

  Welcome to the town that celebrates two Independence Days - Norway’s, plus the Fourth of July. Upon arrival you will enjoy a performance of traditional Norwegian folk dances by local children in colorful costume at the Sons of Norway Hall. The Leikarring Dancers provide a delightful introduction to the heritage of this Scandinavian fishing village.

  This easy activity involves little walking.

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  Day 7 - Skagway Streetcar Orientation (Skagway)

  Duration: approx. 20 minutes
  Activity Level: Easy

  Step back in time to 1898 and the fervor of the Klondike Gold Rush. You will be met by vintage streetcars, then travel down Broadway, bringing to life the days when 20,000 men, women, and scoundrels jammed streets filled with brothels and saloons. Tall tales, colorful characters, and classic vehicles make this tour unique. The tour ends at the rail depot or back at the ship, allowing you to partake in an excursion or just explore this charming town.

  This easy activity involves little walking.

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  Day 9 - Sitka National Historic Park (Sitka)

  Duration: approx. 1 hour
  Activity Level: Easy

  Southeast Alaska totem poles and a temperate rain forest setting combine to provide spectacular scenery along the park’s coastal trail. Our guides will lead as the trail circles back along Indian River to the visitor center of the Sitka National Historical Park. Alaska’s oldest federally designated park was established in 1910 to commemorate the 1804 Battle of Sitka. All that remains of this last major conflict between Europeans and Alaska Natives is the site of the Tlingit Fort and battlefield, located within this scenic 113 acre park in a temperate rain forest.

  This easy activity involves some walking.

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  Day 10 - Small Excursion Craft to Explore Alaska Coast (Conditions Permitting) (Alaska Coast)

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  Day 12 - Travel By Floatplane to Redoubt Bay Lodge (Lake Clark Pass)

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  Day 13 - Sport Fishing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Hiking and Animal Tracking (Lake Clark Pass)

  Enjoy sport fishing for salmon, canoeing or kayaking, hiking, animal tracking, and experience the natural beauty of the area. See bears up-close as they come down to the lake to fish.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Petersburg - LeConte Glacier Floatplane Flightseeing

  $220 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 50 minutes
  Activity Level: Easy

  Your floatplane departs right from Petersburg harbor, then heads east to the Coastal Mountains, Stikine Ice Field, and the mighty LeConte Glacier. You’ll circle in front of LeConte, fly over the ice-jammed bay, and follow the glacier through the valley it has carved on its way to the sea.

  This easy activity involves a little walking on the floatplane dock and climbing into the floatplace.

  Note: This tour is weather dependent and since the plane only carries three guests and the pilot, couples may be split up.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Petersburg - LeConte Glacier Jet Boat Tour

  $195 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 4 hours
  Activity Level: Easy

  Enjoy this exhilarating jet boat tour of LeConte Glacier while aboard your modern U.S. Coast Guard inspected, 18-passenger twin-engine vessel. Your vessel is covered and heated, has sliding glass windows and forward-facing seats. Insulated coats are also provided.

  LeConte Glacier is the southernmost saltwater terminating glacier in North America. View all the magnificent icebergs as we pull up along side one to touch it. Learn some interesting facts about LeConte Glacier as your captain and crew point out the majestic mountains and waterfalls that make up LeConte Bay.

  Your boat will whisk you at 30 miles per hour weaving through growlers, bergie bits and Titanic-class icebergs on your way to the glacier face. Here is an awesome opportunity to photograph hundreds of harbor seals that use LeConte Bay as a safe haven from predators and also as a place to give birth and rear young pups. LeConte Glacier is very active, so it is rare to be near the face and not witness the incredible power and sounds when a calving takes place.

  This easy activities involves little walking.

  NOTE: This excursion conflicts with the included activity, by choosing this excursion you will remove yourself from the included activity.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Petersburg - Mitkof Island Tour and Rainforest Nature Walk

  $40 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 2.5 hours
  Activity Level: Moderate

  Stroll through old-growth forest and walk along a salmon stream with a local Petersburg resident and learn about living life on the edge of North America’s largest rainforest. You’ll pass through forest, bogs, and along a saltwater estuary. Your guide will escort you along barrier-free National Forest trails and boardwalks, pointing out local plants, wildlife, and natural features that make this region so unique. See the Tongass National Forest up close and personal. Note: This tour operates under a permit issued by the U.S. Forest Service.

  This moderate activity involves walking over possible uneven surfaces.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Petersburg - Petersburg Dock Walk

  $25 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 1.5 hours
  Activity Level: Moderate

  Meander the boardwalks and back streets of this picturesque fishing village with a guide who has the inside perspective. Explore along Hammer Slough, then through Sing Lee Alley to the busy harbor area. Tour the docks for an up-close look and explanation of working fishing vessels. Chance encounters with friendly fisherman working on the docks make every trip unique and rewarding. Finally, walk down Main Street, finishing at the Harbormaster’s office.

  This moderate activity involves approximately 1.5 hours of walking over potentially uneven and/or slippery surfaces.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Petersburg - The Town that Fish Built

  $30 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 2 hours
  Activity Level: Easy

  Get to know Petersburg on this comfortable motorcoach tour of the ’Town that Fish Built.’ You will see all of the town’s landmarks and visit picturesque points of view along the shoreline, where icebergs that have drifted nearly 30 miles from LeConte Bay to the east are often beached. Learn how people live life in this picturesque Norwegian-influenced fishing village. The trip includes a stop at Sandy Beach where ancient natives built fish traps. Pass by "Tent City" and continue to the Clausen Museum and view the largest salmon ever landed. Your Cruise West guide will "velkommen" you into the spirit of this special place. This is a Cruise West exclusive tour.

  This easy activity involves some walking.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Sitka - Historic Russian & Raptor Center Tour

  $49 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 2.5 hours
  Activity Level: Easy

  Visit the historical highlights of this former Russian capital city and tour through the Alaska Raptor Center. View magnificent bald eagles up-close, and learn how the clinic rehabilitates birds of prey. Visit the Sheldon Jackson museum whose collection has been called a jewel in the crown of Alaska ethnographic collections. You’ll be driven through the historic district to view the Russian cemetery, Block House, and Castle Hill, site of the 1867 land transfer ceremony.

  This easy activity involves some walking. Wheelchair assistance is available with advance notice.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Sitka - Sitka Bike & Hike

  $85 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 3 hours
  Activity Level: Moderate

  This tour is geared for those who want to get outside, see a part of Sitka visitors rarely experience, get some exercise and enjoy the fresh clean air. The tour focuses on the local history, lore, and fauna. Photogenic opportunities are plentiful as the route passes closely to the beautiful Pacific Ocean and overlooks stunning Silver Bay. Mountains form a breathtaking backdrop to ride. The tour includes a hike to Thimbleberry Lake crossing an impression waterfall and two hikes to the beach at Whale Park (these are steep stairways.)

  Guides are local residents who are enthusiastic and familiar with history, nature, and current events in Sitka. Riders can expect a gently rolling four-mile ride and total of one mile of hiking. A snack will be provided.

  All riders are required to wear a provided helmet. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Storage is available for items not needed for the tour. Rain gear, pants and jackets are provided if necessary. Tour operates rain or shine.

  This moderate activity involves a 4-mile bicycle ride and 1 mile of hiking Participants must be a minimum 4’10" tall and in good physical condition. If under 18, must accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Sitka - Sitka Sea Kayaking

  $95 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 2.5 hours
  Activity Level: Moderate

  Experience the beauty and uniqueness of Sitka that few tourists ever see. After being outfitted in kayaking gear and having a brief paddling instruction, you will launch your kayaks at the Naval Air Base. Your guide will tell you about the history of Sitka and the base as you begin paddling. During your two hours of actual paddling time, you will visit kelp forests, look for wildlife, identify birds and get an upclose view that few get to see. There will be ample time for photos and your guide will provide narration about the natural history of the area. A bottle of Sitka’s own bottled water, "1 Alaskan," and a light snack will be provided.

  This moderate activity involves approximately 2 hours of paddling in a double sea kayak. Guests should be in good physical condition.

  NOTE: This excursion conflicts with the included activity, by choosing this excursion you will remove yourself from the included activity.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Sitka - Sitka Sportsfishing

  $185 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 4 hours
  Activity Level: Moderate

  Due to its location on the open ocean, Sitka is fortunate to have very consistent fishing throughout the season. These modern boats are clean and equipped with communication and navigation electronics, average 25 feet, and feature enclosed, heated cabins with marine heads. Typically there are 4-6 people per boat. All necessary equipment, tackle, raingear, light snacks, and drinks are provided. Fish can be processed for you and sent to any address for an extra charge.

  Your skipper will decide the best fishing method, trolling with a downrigger or mooching, based on his own experience. Depending on the method used, each guest may not be assigned his or her own rod, and rods will be rotated among guests.

  This moderate activity involves some walking and standing in a fishing vessel

  Note: Fish may not be brought aboard any Cruise West vessel or vehicle, and licenses can only be purchased with cash.
  Cost does not include a $20 fishing license and $10 King Salmon tag per person which must be paid in cash to your fishing captain.

  NOTE: This excursion conflicts with the included activity, by choosing this excursion you will remove yourself from the included activity.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Sitka - Walking Historic Sitka

  $17 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 1.5 hours
  Activity Level: Moderate

  Stretch your legs with this intimate stroll through historic downtown Sitka. Along the way, your local guide will present a mixture of Russian American and Tlingit history, and modern anecdotes about Sitka’s characters and the Last Frontier. Stroll past Centennial Hall, Totem Square and the Pioneer Home to Seward Street and the Russian Orthodox Church.

  This moderate activity involves approximately 1.5 hours of walking and some stairs.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Skagway - A Naturalist’s Paradise, Haines Alaska

  $390 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 7.5 hours
  Activity Level: Easy

  Davidson Glaciers and the scenic wonder of Chilkat State Park. Here your guide will escort you on a short walk to the water’s edge where you’ll learn to identify the wildflowers and recognize the signs of moose and bear, frequent visitors to this area.

  At the nearby artist’s enclave of “Mud Bay”, visit the Extreme Dreams Art Studio, owned by artists John and Sharon Svenson. John, a painter and zany mountain climber, Sharon, a talented weaver, and Whoopee, their pet poodle, will greet you upon arrival. Their handcrafted timber frame art gallery sports a spectacular view of the Rainbow Glacier and is filled with unique and unusual creations by Alaskan artists.

  We’ll stop for lunch at the Lighthouse Restaurant, overlooking Haines’ small boat harbor. Enjoy the freshest seafood available-fresh shrimp, halibut, and/or salmon served with salad and dessert.

  After lunch, board one of Alaska’s famous bush planes for a 45-minute glacier tour. You’ll pass by the face of the Rainbow glacier, a spectacular hanging glacier with an immense waterfall pouring from its face. Look down upon the Davidson Icefall, crisscrossed with crevasses and ice towers. Keep an eye out for mountain goats as you work your way back along the water-strewn rock cliffs of the Lynn Fjord to Skagway.

  This easy tour involves some walking.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Skagway - Glacier Discovery by Helicopter

  $289 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 2 hours, including transfers
  Activity Level: Easy

  Leave all traces of civilization behind and experience the infinite beauty of Alaska’s remote glaciers. Lift off from the historic Skagway waterfront and head into a rugged region of sheer mountains, majestic valleys and massive glaciers. Jagged peaks towering over the Chilkat Glacier, cascading waterfalls surrounding the Ferebee Glacier, or the spectacular “river of ice” known as the Meade Glacier may be among the wonders you encounter.

  Flight routes and landing zones are selected daily to ensure that you receive the best that the area has to offer. Once you have reached your destination, you will be given the rare opportunity to explore one of Mother Nature’s greatest marvels.

  Enjoy a walking tour of a lifetime as our experienced glacier guides answer all of your questions and work to explain the awesome forces of nature at work.

  The tour included approximately 40 minutes of flight time and 40 minutes on the glacier. Glacier boots and safety vests are provided. Due to increased security, carry on bags are not permitted on the helicopter.

  This easy activity involves some walking over uneven surfaces.

  Note: This tour is weather dependent. As helicopters operate under strict load limitations, the operator charges an additional fee of $116 for guests weighing over 250 pounds.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Skagway - Helicopter Flightseeing & Glacier Dog Sled Tour

  $479 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 2 hours, including transfers
  Activity Level: Moderate

  Combine helicopter flightseeing with Alaska’s favorite sport – dog sledding. After a thrilling flight over spectacular glaciers, you will land at dog camp on the Denver Glacier. Experienced guides will introduce you to the world of “mushing” and the art of dog sledding. Drive the team or relax in the sled while observing the breathtaking environment around you. Meet professional mushers and friendly dogs on this unique Alaskan experience.

  This tour includes approximately 30 minutes of flight time and one hour on the glacier. These times will vary depending on weather and glacier conditions. Due to increased security, carry on bags are not permitted on the helicopter.

  As helicopters operate under strict load limitations, the operator charges an additional fee of $192 for guests weighing over 250 pounds.

  This moderate activity involves walking over uneven surfaces.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Skagway - Jewell Gardens Tour & Glass Blowing Experience

  $60 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 2.5 hours
  Activity Level: Easy

  Visit the beautiful Historic Clark Farm site of the official "Garden City of Alaska." Our short tour of Skagway takes you through the historic district and past Gold Rush homes and lush gardens. At Jewell Gardens, the knowledgeable staff guides you past brilliantly colored flower beds and vegetables grown in the organic production/display garden.

  Your visit culminates in a close-up tour of the only public glass blowing studio in Alaska! This new, professionally-designed studio is causing much excitement in Skagway as it brings a new and fun form of art to the region. Visitors will observe professionals at work creating masterful pieces of art using hot molten glass. This mesmerizing display will certainly leave a lasting powerful impression on your Alaska experience.

  This easy activity involves some walking.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Skagway - Klondike "Trail of ’98" Rail & Highway Tour

  $115 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 3.5 hours
  Activity Level: Easy

  Skagway has called itself the “Gateway to the Yukon” since the Klondike Gold Rush of 1898. This tour experience gives visitors an overview of the town, a spectacular ride on the White Pass & Yukon Route narrow gauge railroad into British Columbia, a return by minibus over the scenic Klondike Highway, and time to explore historic Skagway’s attractions and shops before your ship departs.

  Departing Skagway, the train heads up one of the steepest grades in North America, climbing above rushing rivers, along granite ledges, across high bridges and trestles, and charging into tunnels blasted through the mountains. The railroad was built between 1898 and 1900, and is a designated International Civil Engineering Landmark, listed with the likes of the Panama Canal and the Eiffel Tower. Approaching the summit, the original “Trail of ‘98” is visible right below the tracks, beaten into rock by the pounding stampede of men and animals during the Gold Rush. Crossing into Canada, the train skirts a string of jewel-like lakes and descends to Fraser, British Columbia, where you will transfer from the train to a minibus for your trip back to Skagway.

  The Klondike Highway is one of the most beautiful roads in North America, offering vistas of jagged peaks, glaciers, waterfalls, and even of the railroad on the opposite wall of the canyon. Back in Skagway you will have time to walk the boardwalks and explore the city before returning to your ship.

  The rail and highway portions of this tour may be presented in reverse order. This easy activity involves little walking.

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  All tour participants must carry government issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate OR a passport for Canadian and U.S. Customs.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Skagway - Skagway Heli-hiking & White Pass Rail Adventure

  $349 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 4.5 hours
  Activity Level: Strenuous

  This tour is sure to fill all your desires for the ultimate adventure in Skagway! We have combined a scenic helicopter flight and a ride aboard the historic White Pass narrow gauge railroad, with a breathtaking wilderness hike in the Tongass National Forest. This fully guided wilderness experience offers the perfect mix of adventure, exercise and unforgettable scenery.

  Your day begins with a helicopter flight over the Juneau Ice Fields, along the Sawtooth Mountain Range and over Goat Lake, before landing at Glacier Station. After a brief orientation and gear grab you’ll be off on a 4-mile roundtrip hike along the raging Skagway River to the viewpoint of the magnificent Laughton Glacier. This remote sub-alpine valley offers wonderful views and an endless array of flora and fauna. Be on the lookout as bear, moose and mountain goats all call this valley home.

  Once back at the wilderness whistle stop, board the White Pass train for a scenic 14-mile ride back to Skagway while snacking on "backcountry delights." You’ll treasure the variety, the exhilaration, the extraordinary beauty and the companionship of this very special day in Skagway. Please dress in layers as temperatures range between 50 and 75 degrees. Hiking boots or shoes with ankle support are recommended. Raingear and trekking poles are provided.

  This strenuous activity involves a 4-mile hike over uneven terrain.

  Note: This tour is weather dependent. As helicopters operate under strict load limitations, the operator charges an additional fee of $70 for guests weighing over 250 pounds.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Skagway - Streetcar Tour

  $38 (US Dollar)

  Duration: approx. 2 hours
  Activity Level: Easy

  Experience Skagway with Alaska’s original city historical tour for an informative fun-filled two hours to All Points of Interest aboard your yellow 1927 sightseeing bus. Your costumed conductor passes on history, behind-the-scenes tales, and stories of life in small town Alaska. Visit the restored Historic District, the Lookout with its panoramic view of the valley and majestic Lynn Canal, and the Gold Rush Cemetery

  This easy activity involves a little walking over potentially uneven terrain.

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  Accomodations or Meals: Denali National Park and Preserve

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  The Heart and Soul of Alaska
  Your Alaska experience wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Denali National Park and Preserve. Denali is not only home to Mt. McKinley (whose 20,320-foot peak is the tallest in North America), but it encompasses a 6-million-acre sub-arctic ecosystem of extraordinary beauty and astonishing wildlife. Grizzly bears, caribou, moose and Dall’s sheep are just a few of the abundant species of wildlife that call Denali their home.

  Cruise West makes travel into Alaska’s Interior easy. Choose a fully guided land tour between Anchorage, Denali and Fairbanks (escorted by a Cruise West Exploration Leader) or a stay at a Wilderness Lodge deep in the heart of Denali. Each tour includes either Cruise West or lodge-affiliated guides who will accompany guests at all transfers, ensure comfortable travel by rail or motorcoach, and assist with optional activities such as flightseeing, river rafting, hiking and park tours. From door-to-door baggage handling to our no-tipping-required policy, we’ve taken care of all the details from beginning to end, so transitions between your small-ship cruise and your land tour are seamless.

  Fully Guided Cruise West Land Tour Highlights
  Add exquisite and memorable days to your Alaska cruise experience encountering the majesty of Denali National Park and Preserve. This is truly the heart of Alaska. And you'll spend 2 nights in this paradise - most other tours spend just 1. Our exclusive land-tour package between Anchorage, Denali and Fairbanks is fully escorted by a Cruise West Exploration Leader. Heritage and Culture in Anchorage Begin in Anchorage, where you’ll be treated to a city orientation tour and a visit to the world-class Anchorage Museum of History and Art. The deluxe Sheraton Anchorage Hotel is your home base to explore Alaska's biggest city, which offers myriad excursions. It is the starting point for the annual Iditarod Sled Dog Race. Mt. McKinley, which is 130 miles north, can be seen from here on clear days. Choose from one of several of Anchorage’s best restaurants and enjoy dinner on us before spending the night at the Sheraton Anchorage Hotel. Travel by comfortable motorcoach the next day to the mountain-climbing base of Talkeetna, Your motorcoach is limited to just 30 travelers allowing for plenty of legroom and window viewing (other coaches hold as many as 53). Here you’ll board a deluxe domed railcar for your journey along the most scenic portion of the Alaska Railroad. Travel in style across Hurricane Gulch and Broad Pass.

  Your Denali Experience
  Upon your arrival in Denali National Park, enjoy an exclusive Cruise West presentation by a Denali Education Center Naturalist before overnighting in a comfortable hotel just outside the park. Wake up to a full day in the park and enjoy 1of 3 included and fully escorted tours, selected by you at the time you book your cruise/ land tour: the Kantishna Wilderness Trails, a 13-hour tour that travels 90 miles deep into the backcountry and high alpine tundra of the park; the 7-hour Tundra Wilderness Tour, a half-day exploration of the rich wildlife and varied landscapes of the area; or the Denali Natural History Tour, a 5-hour tour focusing on the diverse Native and early pioneer influences that make Denali unique. The many hundreds of square miles of Denali National Park preserve one of the largest completely intact ecosystems on earth. There are opportunities on these tours, to seek the great mammals that abound here: grizzly bears, caribou, moose, and Dall’s sheep, among others. Flightseeing, river rafting and heli-hiking excursions are also available at an additional cost. The following day, travel north by motorcoach to Fairbanks to visit the University of Alaska’s Museum of the North, and cruise along the beautiful Chena River aboard an authentic sternwheeler riverboat, before spending the night in the comfort of your Fairbanks hotel.

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  Accomodations or Meals: Redoubt Bay Lodge

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  At the entrance to Lake Clark Pass, Redoubt Bay Lodge is the only accommodations on a 171,000 acre critical habitat area, sitting on 5 acres overlooking Big River Lakes and accessible only by floatplane on a 50-minute flight from Anchorage. From this beautiful, rural lodge and cabins you may observe grizzly bears fishing for salmon and exploring their natural habitat. Activities include canoeing or kayaking on the lake, animal tracking, hiking with trained guides, and relaxing at the lodge. Your experience here includes a floatplane flightseeing tour which will show you this beautiful wilderness from a dazzling perspective.

Top▲Vessel Information

Spirit of Oceanus

Mega Yacht | 120 Passengers | Operated by Cruise West,

Cruise West's first oceangoing vessel is also our most spacious and luxurious. Equipped with stabilizers, the Spirit of Oceanus opens up whole new horizons for our style of up-close, casual small-ship cruising. In Alaska, that means the Gulf of Alaska and the remote vastness of the Aleutian Islands and the Bering Sea.

Our flagship hosts just 120 guests in comfortable outside suites, each with a picture window or porthole. The 15 suites on the Sun and Sports Decks feature private teak balconies, the first in our fleet. Other cabin amenities unique to the Spirit of Oceanus include a walk-in closet or wardrobe, a large marble bathroom, and a lounge area. Each suite also features an in-room safe and satellite telephone access.

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