Alaska Discovery

br />Relax for 7-nights as you enjoy Alaskan scenery from your balcony cabin aboard Princess Coral or the Princess Island. Cruise through Northern splendor, including the Inside Passage and Glacier Bay. Enjoy two nights at a lodge in Denali National Park. Ride the Denali Express train through breathtaking scenery where abundant wildlife thrives. Explore Alaska’s gorgeous capital, Juneau. Visit Ketchikan, the “Salmon Capital of the World.” Enjoy lively entertainment and a hearty feast at the Music of Denali Dinner Theater. Explore vibrant Vancouver.

Day 1: Fairbanks, Alaska - Tour Begins
Your tour begins in Fairbanks, in the great state of Alaska. What better way to explore such a vast and undisturbed region than with a Collette vacation that combines the best of both land and sea, highlighted by accommodations confirmed in a balcony cabin, on an unforgettable 7-night Princess cruise!

Day 2: Fairbanks
Begin your day on an amazing cruise aboard the popular Stern Wheeler, Discovery, an unforgettable journey showcasing Alaska’s diverse culture and rich history. The remainder of your day is at leisure to discover Alaska’s second largest city on your own.

Day 3: Fairbanks - Denali National Park
Depart Fairbanks for a scenic motorcoach ride to Denali National Park. Tonight, enjoy an entertaining evening at the Music of Denali Dinner Theater which tells the story of the first ascent of Mount McKinley.

Day 4: Denali
This morning, join a park expert and embark on a natural history tour into Denali National Park. This tour teaches you about the six million acres that make up this pristine wilderness. The scenery alone is worth the trip, but you may be lucky enough to view some wildlife as well! The remainder of your day is at leisure.

Day 5: Denali Rail Station - Whittier - Board Cruise Ship
Transfer to the rail station and ride the Denali Express direct to Whittier for an unforgettable journey. As you relax in the Domed car, the views are so spectacular that you feel as though you can touch the sky. Be on the lookout for bald eagles, bears, whales and more! Once in Whittier, embark the ship to begin your 7-night cruise aboard Princess’s Island or Coral. The Island Princess is a fabulous floating resort designed to make your stay onboard truly memorable. You will be dazzled by the entertainment in the state-of-the-art lounges and a myriad of dining options. The Coral Princess is a luxurious way to escape completely, with all the amenities for an amazing cruise. It features an impressive array of dining options, as well as a European-style casino, cigar lounge and retro martini bar. While on board, breakfast, lunch, dinner and nightly entertainment are included.

Day 6: Cruising - Hubbard Glacier
Your ship cruises past the mammoth Hubbard Glacier, Alaska’s only advancing glacier. Your day is filled with amazing natural sights as you linger along its shimmering five-mile long face.

Day 7: Cruising - Glacier Bay
Cruise through Glacier Bay, a spectacular national park and preserve that is a treasure trove of tidewater glaciers and scenic coastal islands. Its rich world of marine life and large concentration of tidewater glaciers is Alaska at its best.

Day 8: Cruising - Skagway
Relive Alaska's Gold Rush days in this “Gateway to the Klondike” and home of the famed Chilkoot Trail. In historic Skagway, Alaska’s past lives on in a spectacular natural setting and cries of “gold in the Yukon!” can still be heard.

Day 9: Cruising - Juneau
From massive scenic mountains to historic buildings, explore Juneau, Alaska’s gorgeous capital city with something for everyone.

Day 10: Cruising - Ketchikan
Your port of call today is Ketchikan, known as the “Salmon Capital of the World” and the “City of Totems.” Located on the tranquil Revillagigedo Island, Ketchikan is home to the world’s largest collection of totem poles.

Day 11: Cruising - Inside Passage
A wonderful day of sightseeing is in store for you as your ship sails along the amazing Inside Passage, an extensive stretch of land known for its natural beauty and abundant wildlife. You will be awe-struck with this natural wonder.

Day 12: Vancouver, B.C. - Disembark Cruise - Seattle, WA Airport Area
Your cruise ends in the vibrant city of Vancouver. Choose an optional city tour featuring Stanley Park, Chinatown and Gastown, home to the world-famous steam-powered clock. Or, explore this lovely city on your own. Next, board your coach for your drive to the Seattle airport area for an overnight stay.

Day 13: Seattle Airport Area - Tour Ends
Your tour ends, leaving you with many wonderful memories of your vacation to the last of the great frontiers.

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Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
8/24/2010 - 9/6/2010	$3,549
9/7/2010 - 9/20/2010	$3,249
9/9/2010 - 9/22/2010	$3,249
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MaryF rated this tour a 4 on 11/6/2009 12:43:55 PM and says:

"Took this trip last year with my in-laws. At first glance, I thought it was a bit expensive until I started comparing the price with the cruise lines packages. The price was comparable and we had the same guide with us throughout the entire trip including the cruise, so it made it nice to be able to ask questions and have input throughout the entire trip."

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