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Alaska Cruise & Vancouver (Zuiderdam) + Hawaii

For a complete contrast, why not extend your holiday in an exciting resort in Hawaii, famous for its white sand beaches and beautiful scenery?

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It's the perfect way to see Alaska
Aerial view of Waikiki
The golden sands of Waikiki Beach, Honololu
Bird's eye view of Vancouver
The glaciers near Juneau are awe inspiring
Stunning views are everywhere in Hawaii
USS Arizona Memorial, Pearl Harbour
Inside Passage wildlife
Take a glorious peak at the Inside Passage
Date picking in Hawaii
Visit the Polynesian Cultural Centre, Honolulu
Mendenhall Glacier (optional from Juneau)
Mendenhall Glacier (optional)
Waikiki Beach, Honolulu, Oahu
Aerial view of Honolulu's coastline
Skagway's Mascot Saloon
Skagway's Old Railroad House
Waikiki from Diamond Head
Magic Island, Waikiki
Alaska's Glacier Bay is magnificent
Looking for whales
Tracy Arm View
Cruising in Glacier Bay
Extend your trip and enjoy 7 extra nights in a Hawaiian Island paradise
Vancouver
Enjoy 2 extra nights in Vancouver

DAY 1: UK - Vancouver.

Fly to Vancouver where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for two nights.

DAY 2: Vancouver.

A full day to explore Canada's 'Gem of the Pacific', spectacularly set on the Burrard Inlet. It's one of the country's most beautiful cities with plenty of sightseeing opportunities including Gastown, Chinatown and Stanley Park. Our representative will be delighted to suggest places to visit, go shopping and eat out.

DAY 3: Vancouver to embark your cruise ship.

Transfer to your cruise ship, the MS Zuiderdam, for embarkation. Sailing time is around 5pm. This evening enjoy a lavish à la carte dinner. (D)

DAY 4: Inside Passage cruising.

The beauty of the Inside Passage will amaze you as you cruise past 1,000 miles of epic scenery, towering glaciated mountains, roaring waterfalls, endless islands and virgin forests. There is also plenty of animal and marine life to look out for: sea lions, eagles and porpoises. (B, L, D)

DAY 5: Juneau.

An afternoon arrival in Juneau, Alaska's capital. The city has a gold rush story to rival that of Klondike, and is only accessible by seaplane or boat. An optional wildlife cruise and salmon fishing will normally be available, and you'll also have the opportunity to take an optional excursion to Juneau's own glacier, Mendenhall. This impressive river of blue ice is about 1.5 miles wide and over 12 miles long! (B, L, D)

DAY 6: Skagway.

Morning arrival in Skagway, Alaska's gateway to the Klondike Gold Rush in Canada's Yukon. Skagway was the turbulent staging point for prospectors and still has old-fashioned weathered boardwalks and old-time saloons. Optional sightseeing includes a ride in a vintage parlour car to see the White Pass and Yukon route. The rest of the day is yours to relax or explore some more, before setting sail again late this evening. (B, L, D)

DAY 7: Glacier Bay.

Cruise into spectacular Glacier Bay early this morning, where forests give way to a rugged landscape rising to rocky peaks. Sixteen huge mountains converge to create an awe-inspiring panoramic wonder, a dramatic scene of awesome glaciers and massive icebergs. Wildlife is abundant, and you may spot eagles, seals, mountain goats, moose and bears in their natural habitat. (B, L, D)

DAY 8: Ketchikan.

A morning arrival in colourful Ketchikan, situated on Revillagigedo Island and known as the 'salmon capital of the world'. Here, a picturesque harbour shelters fishing boats and seaplanes. A wide choice of optional excursions will be available, including an outing to see Indian Heritage Villages, Totem Bight State Park and 'flightseeing' to Misty Fjords National Monument. Evening departure from Ketchikan. (B, L, D)

DAY 9: At sea.

Continue cruising south along British Columbia's spectacular coastline. Animal and marine life are abundant in this area and with a little luck you may spot a pod of graceful orca whales. (B, L, D)

DAY 10: Vancouver to disembark your cruise ship - Hawaii.

Sail back to Vancouver this morning where you will disembark your cruise ship before transferring to the airport for your flight to Hawaii.

DAY 11 to 16: Honolulu, Hawaii.

Six full days to relax or explore Honolulu and the surrounding area.

DAY 17: Hawaii - UK.

Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK.

DAY 18: Home landing in the UK.

MS Zuiderdam
Large inside cabin, MS Zuiderdam
Large outside cabin, MS Zuiderdam
Deluxe verandah cabin, MS Zuiderdam
Vista Dining Room, MS Zuiderdam
Pinnacle Grill Restaurant, MS Zuiderdam
Lido Bar, MS Zuiderdam
Explorer's Lounge, MS Zuiderdam
Crow's Nest Lounge, MS Zuiderdam
Sports Bar, MS Zuiderdam
Vista Lounge, MS Zuiderdam
Queen's Lounge, MS Zuiderdam
Greenhouse Spa hydro pool, MS Zuiderdam
Ocean Bar and Atrium, MS Zuiderdam

MS Zuiderdam

Renowned as Holland America Line's first Vista-Class vessel, MS Zuiderdam is a contemporary and luxurious ship, equipped with ultra-modern technology and an excellent array of amenities. Tastefully elegant and designed with Modernism in mind, the on board décor ranges from works by celebrated artists such as Andy Warhol, Frank Lloyd Wright and Charles Ben, to the exquisite Waterford Crystal seahorse suspended over the three-tiered atrium. MS Zuiderdam accommodates 1,916 guests in comfortable, well-designed cabins and affords the best in service, fine dining, and luxurious cruising.

Public Rooms & Facilities

2 swimming pools (one with sliding glass roof); two-tiered Vista Dining Room; Lido Restaurant; Pinnacle Grill, casual Italian Canaletto; Terrace Grill; Pinnacle, Sea View, Ocean, Piano, Lido and Sports bars; Crows' Nest, Neptune and Explorers' lounges; Queen's Lounge and Culinary Arts Centre; Explorations internet café; Vista show lounge; volleyball and basketball courts; Greenhouse spa and salon with hydro pool and thermal suites; fitness centre and aerobics; observation deck; shops and boutiques; casino; nightclub; library; atrium; photo gallery; lifts; reception.

Dining

Your cruise includes full board. There is a choice of dining venues on board: the main Vista dining area has set dining or new 'dine as you wish' arrangements and a good selection of different menus. Casual dining is available in the Lido Restaurant most evenings with three courses of fresh, cooked-to-order specialities, and the informal Italian Canaletto, or guests may enjoy elegant, sophisticated dining in the reservations-only 'Pinnacle Grill' (additional cover charge per person applied to ship board account). Between meals there's the complimentary ice cream bar, hot hors d'oeuvres during the pre-dinner hour and after dinner there is the famous late night snack. Vegetarian or kosher meals and any special dietary requirements should be requested at the time of booking. Please note, we will automatically book early dining unless otherwise requested.

Cabins

All cabins have twin or queen size beds (or one sofa bed and one Pullman bed); air-conditioning/climate control; flat-panel TV; DVD player; and telephone. Inside cabins have a shower only while outside cabins have a shower and bathtub. Your holiday price is based on a category J inside cabin or you may choose to upgrade.

Options/Upgrades

Cabin Categories & Descriptions:

J Large or standard inside lower or upper deck cabin

E Large outside lower deck cabin with picture window

D Large outside lower deck cabin with picture window

VD Deluxe verandah cabin with sitting area; private verandah; floor-to-ceiling windows

VC Deluxe verandah cabin with sitting area; private verandah; floor-to-ceiling windows

Tipping

A gratuity of $11 per person per day for dining and cabin services will be automatically added to your shipboard account on a daily basis. A 15% service charge will be automatically added to your bar charges and dining room wine account.

MS Zuiderdam

MS Zuiderdam Sports Deck
MS Zuiderdam Observation Deck
MS Zuiderdam Lido Deck
MS Zuiderdam Navigation Deck
MS Zuiderdam Rotterdam Deck
MS Zuiderdam Upper Verandah Deck
MS Zuiderdam Verandah Deck
MS Zuiderdam Upper Promenade Deck
MS Zuiderdam Promenade Deck
MS Zuiderdam Lower Promenade Deck
MS Zuiderdam Main Deck

Category E Main Deck Large outside cabin with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bath & shower

Category D Main Deck Large outside cabin with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bath & shower, and picture window

Category VD Upper Promenade Deck Deluxe Verandah outside cabin with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows

Category VC Verandah Deck Deluxe Verandah outside cabin with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows

Sheraton Princess Kaiulani
Twin room
Swimming pool

Sheraton Princess Kaiulani

The Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Hotel offers a glimpse of Hawaii's royal past in the heart of Waikiki Beach. Once home to Hawaii's Princess Victoria Kawekiu Lunalilo Kalaninuiahilapalapa Ka'iulani, the hotel houses historic photographs of the princess and the royal monarchy throughout the property.

Location: Next door to the International Marketplace and King's Village. Adjacent to Kalakaua Avenue with its wonderful array of shops and restaurants, with easy access to 3 sister hotels and famous Waikiki Beach. A short walk left along the beachfront (ideal for sunset) will take you to Kapiolani Park then on to Honolulu Zoo and Waikiki Aquarium.

Facilities: Swimming pool with free chairs and sunbeds; restaurant; bar with pool service; free pool and beach towels; shop; internet access; lounge; laundry; room service; concierge; lifts.

Prices includes: Room with private facilities; air-conditioning; coffee-maker; cable TV; clock radio; hairdryer; iron/ironing board; mini-fridge; safety deposit box (daily charge).

Holiday Availability

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