Alaska’s Inside Passage Sojourn
9 Days/8 Nights
From $5,395 per person
(Dbl. Occupancy, Not Incl. Airfare)
Select May-September Departures
Overview
Explore Alaska’s Inside Passage from north to south as you hike, kayak, spot abundant wildlife, visit off-the-beaten-path towns, and more. Get a feel for the area’s compelling Native and Russian history in Sitka, Juneau, and the unique villages you visit. Kayak along the rugged coastline (perhaps spotting a foraging bear on shore, or a humpback whale in the waters around you). Watch icebergs calve from Glacier Bay’s dramatic Margerie Glacier. Scout for humpback whales and other marine mammals in Frederick Sound, then feel the mist of the cascading waterfalls of Misty Fjords. Authentic and experiential, this cruise is how Southeast Alaska should be explored.
Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 8 nights (aboard the ship) and 23 meals (8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 8 dinners).
Best Time to Go: May-September.
Destinations: North America and Alaska.
Interests: Adventure, Culture & History, Expedition Cruising, Sea Kayaking, Whale Watching, and Wildlife Viewing.
Places Visited: The Inside Passage.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Sitka.
Explore beautiful Sitka, the only community in Southeast Alaska that faces the open ocean waters of the Gulf of Alaska. Visit sites that highlight the community’s rich Alaska Native and Russian history. Embark for the winding narrows north of town while searching for bald eagles, sea otters, bears, whales, and other wildlife.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Wilderness Exploration.
Savor the serenity of raw wilderness on an unscripted morning and afternoon of Southeast Alaska discovery. The countless options are dictated by the day’s unique circumstances. Opportunities may include a coastline kayak paddle, up-close whale encounters, or a hike through an alluring old-growth forest. We may do a beach landing on an unspoiled shoreline to explore a tidal flat or track along with a foraging bear from the safety of our expedition skiff. Regardless of the activity, you’ll experience the magic of the archipelago’s many remote coves, bays, and inlets.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 3: Glacier Bay National Park.
This remarkable national park fjord extends 65-miles, contains eight tidewater glaciers, and provides pristine habitat for a wide-array of wildlife, including both brown and black bears, wolves, mountain goats, Steller sea lions, and hump-back whales. The highlight for many is the Margerie Glacier, known for its dramatic calving displays.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 4: Juneau & Orca Point Lodge.
Spend the day visiting highlights of the scenic capital city of Juneau, including the world famous Mendenhall Glacier. In downtown Juneau, visit the recently renovated Alaska State Museum. There will also be time to explore on your own. You may choose to visit the Juneau-Douglas City Museum, Alaska State Capitol, or take in the spectacular panoramic views of the Mount Roberts Tram. You can also delve deeper into local culture and history by exploring fascinating exhibits, art displays, and a clan house at the Walter Soboleff Center. End the day’s adventure with a relaxing evening at Orca Point Lodge, our own exclusive day-lodge on Colt Island. Enjoy the beautiful grounds, beach, and marine life observation tank. Dine on Alaska salmon, Alaska crab*, or prime rib from the warmth of the lodge, or nestled next to a beachside bonfire.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 5: Tracy/Endicott Arm & Frederick Sound.
Journey through Tracy or Endicott Arm in the Tracy Arm–Fords Terror Wilderness, a place the famous naturalist John Muir called “a wild, unfinished Yosemite.” Renowned for its pristine waterfalls, towering icebergs, abundant harbor seals, and granite cliffs that rise from sea level to 4,000 feet, this wilderness is often referred to by locals as one of the most scenic areas in the state. Scout for humpback whales and other marine mammals in Frederick Sound. Humpbacks are famous for behavior that lends itself to incredible viewing and photography, such as tail lobbing, lunge feeding, pectoral slapping, breaching, and picturesque dives that showcase their massive flukes.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 6: Wrangell.
Home to a little over 2,000 permanent residents, Wrangell is the only town in Alaska to have been under the jurisdiction of three flags and ruled by four nations – the Tlingit, Russia, England, and the United States. Enjoy several options to explore this colorful history, including a guided tour and a trip to the Wrangell Museum. Visit the intriguing state historic park, Petroglyph Beach, which contains the highest concentration of petroglyphs in Southeast Alaska. There is also an optional opportunity to board a high-speed jet boat and navigate through a maze of glistening icebergs en route to the Le Conte Glacier. This excursion is available at an additional cost and is dependent on space/permits.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 7: Kasaan.
Walk an enchanted forest path laden with intricately carved totem poles to the Chief Son-i-Hat Whale-House, – the only remaining traditional Haida longhouse in the United States. Inside stand four original house posts, or “Gáats,” that were most likely carved at Old Kasaan in about 1880.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 8: Metlakatla & Misty Fjords.
Immerse yourself in the extraordinary history, art, and cultural traditions of the Metlakatla Indian Community on Annette Island. Visit a traditional Tsmishian longhouse, enjoy a ceremonial dance performance, and meet local artists. Later, your ship will glide beneath the 3,000-foot glacier-sculpted cliffs of Misty Fjords. Discover the fjord’s natural history, listen to the calls of a myriad of seabirds, feel the mist from glistening waterfalls, and see famous New Eddystone Rock, a stunning volcanic core.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 9: Ketchikan.
Disembark in Ketchikan, otherwise known as Alaska’s “First City’ and “Salmon Capital of the World.” Transfer to your hotel or the airport is complimentary.
*Subject to local processor availability.
Meals: Breakfast
Itinerary Map
Prices & Dates
Price per Person
Ship/Departure/Category | A | AA | AAA | Deluxe | Deluxe Suite | Vista View | Owner’s Suite |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BARANOF DREAM Sitka-Ketchikan: 6/4, 7/8, and 8/9/24 |
$5,395 | $5,495 | $6,195 | $7,595 | $8,095 | n/a | n/a |
BARANOF DREAM Ketchikan-Sitka: 5/27, 6/12 & 6/28, 7/16, 8/1 & 8/17, and 9/2/24 |
$5,395 | $5,495 | $6,195 | $7,595 | $8,095 | n/a | n/a |
Notes:
- There is no minimum age for the cruise.
- The single supplement is 50%.
- The triple rate is discounted by 15% for the third passenger. There are only a limited number of cabins available for triples.
What's Included
Price Includes
- South American Vacations’ expert pre-departure planning services and documentation.
- Ground transportation from the local airport to selected hotels in Sitka, Juneau, and Ketchikan prior to sailing.
- Ground transportation to and from the vessel in Sitka, Juneau, and Ketchikan.
- Selected guest cabin facilities.
- All meals aboard the vessel or where otherwise indicated.
- Selected shore excursions as indicated in the itinerary.
- Use of recreational equipment as indicated in itinerary.
- All standard onboard services.
Price Does Not Include
- International airfare.
- Domestic airfare.
- Non-complimentary beer, wine, or alcohol.
- Gratuities to ship crew and guides.
- Travel insurance.
- Taxes and port fees.
We will be happy to quote the cost of airfare, land services, and travel insurance and to make these arrangements for you.
Accommodations
Alaska
Additional Details
Group/Private: All services included in this tour are operated on a group basis.
Elevations: N/a.
Passport/Visa: U.S. citizens are not required to provide a passport or visa except on those itineraries that visit Skagway, Alaska (complimentary shore excursion includes the White Pass Railroad which stops in British Columbia, Canada). All non-U.S. citizens traveling to the United States by air are required to show proof of being fully vaccinated and may be required to have a passport or visa, depending upon the country of origin.
Travel Insurance: In order to protect your travel investment from unforeseen circumstances that may arise before or during your trip, we strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance. We offer Allianz Global Assistance’s Classic Comprehensive and other plans. The Benefits and Coverage Limits are summarized on our Travel Insurance page. Call your travel counselor if you have any questions or to purchase a plan.
To Book This Trip: We require a non-refundable deposit of $1,900 for Single passengers and $1,500 for Double/Triple Passengers plus the cost of the international airfare (if we arrange it for you). The balance of the trip cost is due 90 days prior to departure.
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