Seattle and an Alaskan Adventure Cruise
Experience the holiday of a lifetime, cruising the inside passage, past the magnificent landscapes of British Columbia and Alaska with time in Seattle.
Your Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Seattle.
Fly to Seattle where you will be transferred to your hotel for two nights.
DAY 2: Seattle.
Enjoy free time exploring this fascinating city. Perhaps go the top of the 'Space Needle' to admire the views or take the monorail built for the 1962 Worlds Fair.
DAY 3: Seattle.
Mid afternoon you will be transferred to your cruise ship, Norwegian Pearl, for embarkation. (D)
DAY 4: At sea.
(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: At sea.
(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: Victoria, British Columbia.
Late afternoon arrival on Victoria Island. The city of Victoria is a sedate and attractive attraction. Sightseeing in Victoria includes world-famous Butchart Gardens and Thunderbird Park with its unusual collection of totem poles. (B, L, D)
DAY 10: Seattle - UK.
After breakfast, disembark your ship and transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to the UK. (B)
DAY 11: Home landing in the UK.
Accommodation on Tour
Seattle: Best Western Executive Inn.
Norwegian Pearl (Alaska)
A treasure in the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet, Norwegian Pearl was purpose built for Freestyle Cruising® to ensure guests enjoy a refreshing and relaxing cruise experience on board. With freedom and flexibility in mind, Norwegian Pearl offers a fantastic selection of activities, amenities and entertainment as well as plenty of eateries, light, bright public areas, modern technologies, comfortable accommodation and fantastic dedication to personal service.
Your holiday price includes a category IE cabin or you may choose to upgrade.
For full ship details, please see our website www.archersdirect.co.uk
Public Rooms & Facilities
Swimming pool; 6 hot tubs; 2 main restaurants; 7 speciality restaurants; 13 bars and lounges; Spa & beauty salon; fitness centre; jogging/walking track; basketball/volleyball/tennis court; bowling alley; rock climbing wall; boutiques; chapel; card room; library; theatre; art gallery & Internet cafe; photo gallery.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board, and with such an extensive range of dining options, the choice is yours. From elegant French bistros and Italian trattorias to sushi and tapas bars, there's a different dining option for every night of your cruise (cover charge and à la carte pricing applies to the speciality restaurants). With a variety of dining options available, each featuring a diverse, ever-changing menu, you'll always find exactly what you're in the mood for. There are no fixed sittings - dinner is served from 5.30pm to 10pm, so you can choose an early dinner before the show or a later romantic dinner for two. There's also the option of 24-hour room service.
Cabins
All cabins have twin or queen sized beds; air-conditioning; TV; fridge; safety deposit box; hairdryer; shower and wc. Your holiday price includes a category IE cabin or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories & Descriptions:
IE Twin inside lower deck midship cabin
ID Twin inside forward or aft cabin
OB Twin outside lower deck midship cabin with picture window
OA Twin outside middle deck forward or aft cabin with picture window
BA Twin outside middle deck midship cabin with balcony
Tipping
A service charge of $12 per person, per day will be added to your on board account. In addition, a suggested gratuity of 18% will be added to your on board account for all spa treatments and 15% for all bar orders, unless otherwise specified. The crew is encouraged to work together as a service team and is compensated by a combination of salary and incentive programmes that the service charge supports.
Included Extras
Book now to receive up to $100 per cabin on board credit and a bottle of house wine.
Note: Offers vary by departure
15-Sep departures will receive $100 per cabin on board credit
26 May, 02 Jun departures will receive $50 on board credit and a bottle of house wine
09 Jun & 25 Aug departures will receive $50 per cabin on board credit
16, 23-Jun, 30-Jun, 07, 14, 21, 28 Jul, 04, 11, 16 Aug departures will receive a FREE meal in the á la carte restaurant
01, 08-Sep departures will receive $50 on board credit and a bottle of house wine.
Seattle and an Alaskan Adventure Cruise 9 nights
Availability and our best prices for all dates
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Seattle and an Alaskan Adventure Cruise
Price from £2059
Prices are per person
What's Included
- Flights UK - Seattle - UK
- Accommodation in a twin room with private facilities in hotel and as per cruise ship details
- Meals Room only in hotel; full board on cruise ship
- Porterage on cruise ship (for one suitcase per person)
- Transfers between the overseas airport, hotel and cruise ship
- All local, port and airport taxes
- Added Bonus up to $100 per cabin on board credit
Cruise Highlights
- Seattle
- Juneau
- Skagway
- Ketchikan
- Victoria Island British Columbia
Departures from
- Glasgow
- Aberdeen
- Leeds/Bradford
- Edinburgh
- London Heathrow
- Manchester
- Newcastle
Departures on:
- Fridays - 2013
Departures between
26 Jul 2013 to 13 Sep 2013

