
Alaska and British Columbia - Wilderness, Glaciers and Culture (Southbound)
Alaska and British Columbia - Wilderness, Glaciers and Culture (Southbound)
Explore the vast wilderness of Alaska as you journey from Anchorage towards Vancouver. Historic towns and wild landscapes await you in the Last Frontier.
Southcentral Alaska
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive from Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city, to Seward, where you can view rehabilitated wildlife at the conservation centre. From there, we set sail into the Prince William Sound, exploring College Fjord and Icy Bay, where you’ll see spectacular glaciers and have an opportunity to spot such wildlife as humpback whales, bald eagles and otters.
We’ll lower anchor at William Henry Bay, an old copper and gold mining site. Look out for deer while hiking through the forest with local guides. Next up is Haines, a creative hub. Learn about the town’s Chilkat Tlingit roots in the museum and browse the many galleries and boutiques.
Southeast Inside Passage
Crossing Holkham Bay, you’ll be treated to magnificent views of either Tracy or Endicott Arm, two pristine fjords with waters so calm they look like a mirror. If weather and ice conditions are favourable, you may be able to explore the fjords in a kayak as part of an optional excursion.
Your journey continues in Sitka, a town with a blended culture of both Russian and Tlingit influence. From there, you can learn about ‘Little Norway’ in Petersburg and marvel at the impressive totem poles in Wrangell and Alert Bay. The bustling city of Vancouver marks the end of your voyage.
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Day 1
Anchorage
Alaska’s Largest City
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Day 2
Seward, Alaska
Alaska scenery and wildlife
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Day 3
College Fjord
Ivy League Glaciers
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Day 4
Icy Bay
Tidal Glaciers
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Day 5
William Henry Bay, Alaska
Wilderness Exploration
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Day 6
Haines, Alaska
Art in the Wilderness
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Day 7
Tracy / Endicott Arm Fjords, Alaska
From Rainforests to Glaciers
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Day 8
Sitka, Alaska
Sitka, Blended Cultures
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Day 9
Petersburg, Alaska
Little Norway in Alaska
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Day 10
Wrangell, Alaska
Soul of Alaska
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Day 11
Misty Fjords National Monument
Unspoiled Wilderness
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Day 12
BC Inside Passage
Cruising the Canadian Inside Passage
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Day 13
Alert Bay, British Colombia
First Nations – Keepers of the Inside Passage
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Day 14
Vancouver
Vibrant Vancouver
Departures
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Current offers on this cruise:
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Solo Traveller Offer
Solo travellers who prefer their own space while still travelling with others, have the opportunity to save on select voyages departing in 2023. For a limited time, pay no single supplement if you book one of the below expedition cruises.This offer applies to a selection of departures that you can find on each voyage page.See Special Offer
What's included
Included in your voyage
Hotel
- One night in Anchorage, including breakfast at the start of the expedition cruise
Transfer
- Transfer from hotel in Anchorage to Seward with a stop at Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center including admission fee, English-speaking guide, and a packed lunch.
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurants Aune and Fredheim
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to use at water refill stations on board
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included excursions
Onboard Activities
- Experts on the Expedition Team deliver in-depth lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- Citizen Science programme allows guests to assist with live scientific research
- Professional onboard photographer gives top tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
- Use of the ship’s hot tubs, infinity pool, panoramic sauna, outdoor and indoor gyms, and outdoor running track
- Informal gatherings with the crew such as daily recaps and preparation for the day to come
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats
- Loan of boots, trekking poles, and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition Photographers help with your camera settings
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
- Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please check visa requirements for the US and Canada
- No gratuities expected
MS Roald Amundsen
Year built | 2019 |
Shipyard | Kleven Yards |
Passenger capacity | 528 (500 in Antarctica) |
Gross tonnage | 20 889 T |
Length | 140 m |
Beam | 23,6 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
In 2019, Hurtigruten added a brand new ship to its fleet: the MS Roald Amundsen. The state of the art vessel features new and environmentally sustainable hybrid technology that will reduce fuel consumption and show the world that hybrid propulsion on large ships is possible.
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