Treasures of the Inside Passage: Seattle to Sitka

Day 1: Seattle Embarkation

Arrive in Seattle this afternoon and embark the ship.

Day 2: San Juan Islands, Washington

Spend a full day exploring the San Juan Islands via naturalist-led hikes and by kayak. Search for killer whales.

Day 3: Victoria, British Columbia

Clear into Canada in the charming city of Victoria and choose from several tailor-made options to explore based on your interests. Visit private gardens, bike along the waterfront, take a historical stroll through Old Town, or discover James Bay on an architecture tour. In the evening, enjoy a private reception at the Robert Bateman Centre while taking in the incredible collection of paintings.

Day 4: Gulf Islands

Sail into British Columbia to kayak among forested islands and along wildlife-rich shorelines.

Day 5: Alert Bay and Johnstone Strait, British Columbia

Observe a traditional First Nations performance in Alert Bay, visit the U’Mista Cultural Center, and learn from the Kwakwaka’wakw people.

Day 6-7: Inside Passage of British Columbia

Head northward along the pristine coastline in search of whales, dolphins, bears, deer, and other wildlife. Go ashore to explore or kayak among the many bays and inlets.

Day 8: Misty Fjords, Alaska

Cruise past glacially-carved cliffs and kayak in the stillness of Misty Fiord’s forested backwaters.

Day 9: Petersburg

Search for humpback whales as we head towards the small, fishing village of Petersburg on Mitkof Island. Go ashore for a walk along a quiet forest trail and explore the unique Southeast Alaskan ecosystem, the “muskeg,” with stunted trees and carnivorous plants. Later, enjoy an evening crab feast.

Day 10: Tracy Arm-Ford's Terror Wilderness

Voyage into Tracy or Endicott Arm, both spectacular fjords, with waterfalls cascading from glacially carved walls. See the soaring Dawes or South Sawyer Glacier up close and take a Zodiac cruise for an unbeatable view of sculpted icebergs.

Day 11: Glacier Bay National Park

Via special park permit, spend the entire day among the enormous glaciers and expansive wilderness. Listen as the quiet stillness of the area is broken by the thunder of tons of ice calving into the sea. A native Tlingit interpreter joins us to share the lore and legend of the area. Wildness abounds!

Day 12: Inian Islands / Icy Strait

Cruise among the Inian Islands, where an abundance of Steller sea lions reside. Hike nearby islands, kayak, and search for whales in rich waters of Icy Strait.

Day 13: Exploring Chichagof Island

Spend a full day searching for humpback whales in the rich waters off of Chichagof Island, kayak, hike and enjoy the Captain’s Farewell Dinner this evening.

Day 14: Sitka Disembarkation

Visit Saint Michael’s Russian Orthodox Cathedral with its picturesque spire; walk through the Sitka National Historical Park, where totem poles line trails; and meet eagles up close at the Raptor Rehabilitation Center. Transfer to the airport for flights home.

• All meals and non-alcoholic beverages on board
• Cappuccinos, lattes and filtered water
• 24-hour coffee, tea and soda on demand
• Hors d'oeurves and snacks during recap
• Guidance of the experienced expedition staff
• Park fees and port taxes
• All excursions
• Zodiac and kayak explorations
• Presentations

• International and internal airfares
• Travel Protection Plan
• Passport, visa and immigration fees
• Gratuities
• Alcoholic beverages
• Spa treatments
• Laundry, internet and telephone
• Gift shop items and any other items of a personal nature