Last Frontier Adventure
8 Days/7 Nights
From $3,895 per person
(Dbl. Occupancy, Not Incl. Airfare)
Select May-September Departures
Overview
Feel the heartbeat of Southeast Alaska (and get your own blood pumping) on an adventure aimed at active travelers who wish to explore the remote wilderness areas between Sitka and Juneau. Kayak along Baranof Island’s captivating shoreline, dubbed “The Waterfall Coast.” Scout for humpback whales and other marine mammals in Frederick Sound and Skanax Bay. Soak up Scandinavian culture in the small fishing town of Petersburg. View the impressive Dawes Glacier from a skiff as you sail up Endicott Arm. Discover remarkable Glacier Bay National Park, with its 65-mile-long fjord and eight tidewater glaciers. This multi-adventure cruise is one of the most in-depth ways to experience the region.
Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 7 nights (aboard the ship) and 20 meals (7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 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 fascinating 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: Rainforest Hike & Baranof Island Waterfall Coast.
Spend the day exploring remote, Inside Passage wilderness. Hike a rainforest trail featuring towering spruce and hemlock trees and lush undergrowth. Your knowledgeable guide will provide commentary on the indigenous plants and wildlife of the area. Explore Baranof Island’s charming shoreline dubbed “The Waterfall Coast” and savor an opportunity to kayak a protected bay in the area.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 3: Frederick Sound.
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. Other opportunities for in-depth exploration include the protected waters or shores of Security Bay, Skanax Bay, Pybus Bay, and The Brothers islands.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 4: Petersburg or Kupreanof Hike.
Moor on the northern end of Mitkof Island in the community of Petersburg and choose your own adventure! This small, charming fishing town is nicknamed Alaska’s “Little Norway.” One option is to explore the community at your own pace, experiencing it’s unique Scandinavian culture and small-town lifestyle. Or, you can opt to board a skiff and cross the beautiful Wrangell Narrows for a guided wilderness hike on Kupreanof Island.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 5: Endicott Arm.
Enjoy an exciting kayak or skiff expedition in stunning Endicott Arm-a glacial fjord in the Tracy Arm Ford’s Terror Wilderness area. View the impressive Dawes Glacier at the head of the arm.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 6: Wilderness Exploration & Orca Point Lodge.
Begin the day with unscripted exploration of Southeast Alaska. Your captain and crew will search for wildlife, including the area’s famous humpback whales, or brown bears along Admiralty Island National Monument. 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 Alaskan salmon, Alaskan crab*, and prime rib from the warmth of the lodge, or nestled next to a beachside bonfire.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 7: 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, which is known for its dramatic calving displays.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 8: Juneau.
Disembark in Alaska’s capital city of Juneau. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADMIRALTY DREAM Sitka-Juneau: 5/18/24 Juneau-Sitka: 8/3, 8/17, and 9/14/24 |
$3,895 | $4,495 | $4,895 | $5,895 | n/a | n/a | $6,195 |
| CHICAGOF DREAM Sitka-Juneau: 6/7 and 8/30/24 Juneau-Sitka: 5/31, 6/14, and 8/23/24 |
$4,095 | $4,695 | $4,995 | $5,995 | $6,795 | n/a | n/a |
| BARANOF DREAM Sitka-Juneau: 9/10/24 |
$3,895 | $4,495 | $4,895 | $5,895 | $6,195 | 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.
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 $2,000 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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