Alaska Land & Cruise

Alaska Discovery Land & Cruise

12 Days
June 11 - 22, 2009
Other dates available May to September

Your Tour Includes

Round-trip air from Ottawa

Hotel transfers and air taxes(subject to increase until paid in full)

"PARKN'FLY" for duration of tour

All transportation in Alaska

All accommodation

Local guides in Alaska

7 night Southbound Cruise aboard the Princess Coral or Island (Princess Cruise Lines)

Balcony level cabin on cruise

Stern Wheeler cruise in Fairbanks

Denali National Park

Domed Rail Train from Denali National Park to Whittier

College Fjord, Glacier Bay, Inside Passage

7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 8 dinners

Tour Pricing
Balcony Cabin
Double (2 per room) - $5449 per person
(all prices are in Canadian $)

Insurance
(please refer to general information)
Cancellation and Medical: Special flat rate of $350 per person (regardless of age). Cancellation Insurance only is available for $225 per person.

Booking Details
To reserve this tour, please forward a deposit of $250 per person plus insurance if purchasing. Insurance must be purchased at the time of booking. The balance is due by March 29, 2009.

Itinerary

DAY 1 - Thursday, June 11
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 holiday 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 - Friday, June 12
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 - Saturday, June 13
Fairbanks - Denali National Park
Depart Fairbanks for a scenic motorcoach ride to Denali National Park. The Princess Wilderness Lodge has five great dining options and many unique shops to visit. Tonight, enjoy an entertaining evening at the Music of Denali Dinner Theater which tells the story of the first ascent of Mount McKinley. You’ll find yourself clapping and singing along with the talented cast which includes Walter Harper - the first Alaska native to set foot on the summit of Mount McKinley. The actors and actresses do double-duty as your servers for a hearty all-you-can-eat meal of salmon and ribs. Today dinner will be included.

DAY 4 - Sunday, June 14
Denali
This morning, meet up with a park expert and embark on a natural history tour into Denali National Park. This guided tour will take you beyond where private vehicles can travel and teach 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 to perhaps choose an option or simply enjoy the hotel and surrounding area.

DAY 5 - Monday, June 15
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. The scenery gets better and better with each passing mile and each car has its own private narrator. Be on the lookout for bald eagles, bears, whales and more! Once in Whittier you’ll embark your ship to begin your 7-night cruise aboard Princess’s Coral or Island. 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, such as specialty restaurants Sabatini's Italian restaurant and the Bayou Cafe & Steakhouse, as well as a European-style casino, a cigar lounge and retro martini bar. The Island Princess is a fabulous floating resort designed to make your stay onboard truly memorable. This vessel has over 700 balconies and a wrap-around Promenade Deck. So, after being mesmerized by the scenery off the bow, you will be dazzled by the entertainment in the state-of-the-art lounges and a myriad of dining options. While on board your ship, breakfast, lunch, dinner and nightly entertainment are included. Today dinner will be included.

DAY 6 - Tuesday, June 16
Cruising - College Fjord
Your ship cruises through College Fjord. Located in scenic Prince William Sound, College Fjord is home to several glaciers named for East Coast universities, including Harvard and Yale. Carved by ancient glaciers, the fjord’s steep sea cliffs rise above the water and are covered with dense strands of giant trees. The area is a haven for wildlife including a variety of marine and land mammals. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.

DAY 7 - Wednesday, June 17
Cruising - Glacier Bay
Cruise through Glacier Bay today, a treasure trove of tidewater glaciers and scenic coastal islands that is Alaska at its best. Here travellers can go back in time to the Ice Age to see the faces of glaciers whose retreat over just two centuries has sculpted a 65-mile long fjord. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.

DAY 8 - Thursday, June 18
Cruising - Skagway
Relive Alaska's Gold Rush days in this "Gateway to the Klondike" and home of the famed Chilkoot Trail. In Skagway, Alaska’s past lives on and cries of “gold in the Yukon!” can still be heard. Explore this historic town in its spectacular natural setting. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.

DAY 9 - Friday, June 19
Cruising - Juneau
From massive scenic mountains to historic buildings, explore Juneau, Alaska’s gorgeous capital city with something for everyone. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.

DAY 10 - Saturday, June 20
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. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.

DAY 11 - Sunday, June 21
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. Take advantage of the many amenities of your ship or just relax and enjoy the view. You will be awe-struck with this natural wonder. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.

DAY 12 - Monday, June 22
Vancouver, BC - Disembark Cruise - Depart for Home
Your cruise ends in the vibrant city of Vancouver leaving you with many wonderful memories of your holiday to one of the last great frontiers. Today breakfast will be included.