US West Coast – Highlights and National Parks of the Pacific
US West Coast – Highlights and National Parks of the Pacific
Explore Pacific North America, sailing from San Diego to Vancouver. You’ll enjoy the warm charms of Santa Barbara and see marine life on the Californian coast. Admire some of the oldest trees in the world at Redwood National Park, walk sub-alpine Hurricane Ridge in Olympic National Park, and spot whales around the San Juan Islands.
Santa Barbara
Embarking hybrid-powered MS Roald Amundsen in San Diego, we set course for Santa Barbara, which has a distinctly Mediterranean feel to it, from terracotta-tiled architecture to inviting beaches. Look for whales and seabirds as we sail past the surrounding Channel Islands and all along our way up the Pacific Coast.
Redwood National Park, Eureka, and San Juan Islands
Prepare to be amazed as you enter the old-growth forest of Redwood National Park. These are some of the tallest trees in the world, over 100 metres in some cases, and around 1,500 years old. You’ll also have an opportunity to walk around the seaport city of Eureka which boasts splendid Victorian architecture and do some whale-watching around the spectacular San Juan Islands near Olympic National Park.
Olympic National Park and Vancouver
You’ll explore Hurricane Ridge, the sub-alpine region of Olympic National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Go on a guided hike through the park to spot its rich flora and birdlife. Your expedition cruise rounds off in the world-class Canadian city of Vancouver.
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Day 1San Diego, USA
California dreaming
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Day 2San Diego, USA
The start of an adventure
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Day 3Santa Barbara, USA
The American Riviera
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Day 4At Sea
Scanning for sea life
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Day 5Redwood National Park
Walk among ancient giants
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Day 6Sea Day
Leisure cruising
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Day 7Sea Day
The views of the Pacific North West
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Day 8Olympic National Park, USA
Sub-alpine splendour
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Day 9Vancouver, Canada
Welcome to Canada!
Departures
What’s included
Hotel
- Overnight in San Diego before the expedition cruise, including breakfast and lunch
Transfers
- Transfer from hotel to ship in San Diego including an excursion before the expedition cruise
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 activities
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
- Loan of trekking poles and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition Photographers help with your camera settings before landings
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
- All planned activities are subject to weather conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities expected
MS Roald Amundsen
Year built | 2019 |
Shipyard | Kleven Yards |
Passenger capacity | 530 (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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