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Alaska & the Yukon
14 DAYS FROM £1960
My tour of Alaska and the Yukon was fantastic and far exceed my high expectations! Our tour director, Brian, and driver, Doc, were excellent; they were a mine of information about the area.
We were an international group from various English-speaking countries. The programme was very varied. It included quaint old towns, such as Skagway and Dawson City, and impressive landscapes. We heard all about the Gold Rush and we tried gold panning ourselves.
We travelled by coach, train and boat and on an optional excursion in a small plane as well. Some great sightseeing trips were included. We got really close to some spectacular glaciers on the 26 Glacier Cruise. The river tour in Fairbanks on the sternwheeler Discovery was one of the highlights of the trip for me.
I was especially interested in Athabascan culture, which was explained in the Chena Village. We watched a bush plane take off from the water and learned a lot about huskies and the Iditarod dog sled race.
I booked quite a few optional tours because I wanted to see as much as possible. I particularly enjoyed the Arctic Circle trip. It was fascinating to learn about life in an isolated wilderness community from someone who has chosen this way of life.
The Tundra Wilderness Tour in Denali National Park and Reserve was amazing: we saw moose, caribou, a ptarmigan, Dall sheep, a snowshoe hare and five grizzly bears (one came really close to our bus).
The weather was much better than I was expecting: we only had two rainy days and it was pleasantly warm most of the time. At the end of August there were hardly any mosquitoes.
I had read a lot about Alaska before my holiday but it was still full of surprises for me. You can't really imagine the vast expanse of unspoilt countryside, you have to see it for yourself.
We booked the Alaska holiday after going on an Archers Trans Canada holiday in 2003 which had the same high standard.
I have worked in the coach and tour industry in the UK and Europe and I appreciate the work that goes into successful tours.
p.s. The service from your administration was excellent when I phoned them.
A fascinating journey by road, rail and sea to the 'Top of the World'. Visit gold rush towns and marvel at the unspoiled wilderness.
Included Highlights
Anchorage
Prince William Sound Cruise to College and Harriman Fjords
Whitehorse Trail of '98
Skagway
Dawson City Diamond Tooth Gertie's saloon and city tour
Fairbanks Sternwheeler Discovery sightseeing cruise
Alaska Railroad Wilderness train journey
Denali National Park
Iditarod headquarters Home of the great sled race
Your Price Includes
Flights: UK - Anchorage - UK
Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
Professional tour director on tour and local representative's assistance at other times
Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
Transfers between overseas airport and hotels
All local and airport taxes/service charges
Single share option no supplement to pay
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Anchorage.
Fly to Anchorage where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for two nights.
DAY 2: Anchorage. Included glacier cruise.
Journey to Whittier on Prince William Sound and board your deluxe catamaran for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, cruising College and Harriman Fjords to view as many as 26 tidewater and hanging glaciers. There is a good chance of spotting whales, seals and eagles. Return to Anchorage in the early evening.
DAY 3: Anchorage - Tok.
Travel north-east through the lush farming region of the Matanuska Valley. Up over scenic Tahnita Pass with spectacular vistas of Matanuska Glacier. Travel along the vast Wrangell-St Elias National Park and Preserve. The area boasts glaciers larger than the island of Manhattan and nine of the sixteen highest peaks in North America. Overnight in Tok, the 'dog sled capital of the world'.
DAY 4: Tok - Whitehorse.
Join the Alaska Highway and follow along the Tetlin National Wildlife Refuge. Behold the spectacular vistas of Kluane National Park, home to 19,625-foot Mount Logan, Canada's highest peak. Spend the next two nights in Whitehorse, capital of the Yukon and the territorial headquarters of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
DAY 5: Whitehorse. Visit to Skagway.
Follow the Trail of '98 over the same mountains that thousands of determined gold seekers scaled on foot in the dead of winter, while heading for the Klondike. From Carcross we suggest an optional train trip on the narrow-gauge Yukon & White Pass Railway to Skagway. Otherwise continue through the mountains by coach to Skagway. Stroll the wooden sidewalks past charming false-front buildings and colourful saloons. Return to Whitehorse in the late afternoon.
DAY 6: Whitehorse - Dawson City.
Head north-west and stop at the Five Finger Rapids, a major obstacle on the Trail of '98. Late this afternoon reach Dawson City, the main centre of excitement after the first gold strike in the Klondike in 1896. Tonight you have reservations at Diamond Tooth Gertie's, a saloon featuring ragtime music, can-can girls and an old-fashioned casino.
DAY 7: Dawson City. Included sightseeing.
A full day to soak up the exciting history of this gold rush town. Highlights on your morning tour include Bonanza Creek, where the first gold strike was made, Robert Service's cabin and the SS Keno, the last sternwheeler to run between Dawson and Whitehorse. This afternoon you'll have the opportunity to 'strike it rich' at gold panning.
DAY 8: Dawson City - Fairbanks.
A long day and well worth it as the scenery is overwhelming. Motor over the 'Top of the World Highway' and re-enter Alaska. Through the village of Chicken and west along the Alaska Highway to view the Trans-Alaska Pipeline at Delta Junction. Evening arrival in Fairbanks, Alaska's second-largest city.
DAY 9: Fairbanks. Included sightseeing cruise.
Board the Sternwheeler Discovery for a leisurely cruise on the Chena and Tanana Rivers. Listen as the ship's guides discuss the region's wildlife, history and customs. This evening take the optional outing to Alaskaland, a pioneer theme park featuring early 20th century buildings, a museum, and enjoy a delicious Alaska salmon bake.
DAY 10: Fairbanks - Alaska Railroad - Denali National Park.
Board the world famous Alaska Railroad for a memorable journey through untamed wilderness. Sit back in comfort and enjoy spectacular scenery through wide windows. Be sure to take advantage of the domed roof car. Today's ride ends in Denali National Park, dominated by North America's highest peak, 20,320-feet Mount McKinley. The afternoon is free. Tonight join our optional wilderness banquet at an Alaskan cabin.
DAY 11: Denali National Park.
A free day to hike through this stunning National Park, or to take advantage of several optional outings, including a wildlife tour, where anything from grizzly bear or moose to caribou or Dall sheep may be spotted; a raft trip down the Nenana River or a helicopter ride over the park.
DAY 12: Denali National Park - Anchorage.
Head south towards Anchorage with a stop at the Iditarod headquarters, home of the great dog-sled race. Tonight why not have dinner at the unusual Sourdough Mining Company, the perfect finish to a great holiday in Alaska and the Yukon?
DAY 13: Anchorage - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK.
DAY 14: Home landing in the UK.
Maximum elevation on this tour is 4,470 ft.
Note: Alaska and the Yukon are blessed with exquisite scenery, fascinating attractions, and an extraordinary amount of daylight in the summer months. We take advantage of the extended light in this vast territory, and as a result, some of the travelling days can be long. However, rest assured there are frequent photo and comfort stops.
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Accommodation on Tour
Anchorage: Ramada Downtown; Tok: Tok Lodge; Whitehorse: High Country Inn; Dawson City: Eldorado Hotel; Fairbanks: Bridgewater; Denali NP: McKinley Village.
Holiday Extensions
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View Holiday PhotosAlaska & the Yukon + Alaska Cruise - 20 DAYS FROM £2475
See incredible scenery and wildlife on this unforgettable cruise aboard Holland America's luxurious MS Statendam or MS Veendam.
DAYS 1-11 (Wed-Sat): As tour itinerary.
DAY 12 (Sun): After arrival in Anchorage transfer to Seward to board your cruise ship late this afternoon.
DAY 13 (Mon): Cruising College Fjord.
DAY 14 (Tue): Cruising Glacier Bay.
DAY 15 (Wed): Haines.
DAY 16 (Thu): Juneau.
DAY 17 (Fri): Ketchikan.
DAY 18 (Sat): Inside Passage cruising.
DAY 19 (Sun): Arrive Vancouver - UK. Transfer to Vancouver airport for your overnight flight to the UK.
DAY 20 (Mon): Home landing in the UK. -
View Holiday PhotosAlaska & the Yukon + Seattle - 3 Extra nights from £204
Why not take this opportunity to discover the sights of the 'Emerald City'? Take a ferry across Puget Sound or climb to the top of the iconic Space Needle for 360 degree views of this fantastic city.
On day 13 of your tour, transfer to Anchorage airport for your flight to Seattle and your hotel, the Sixth Avenue Inn, for the next three nights. On day 16 transfer to the airport for your overnight flight home.
Accommodation on Extensions
Alaska & the Yukon + Alaska Cruise - 20 DAYS FROM £2475
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View Deck PlansMS Statendam (Alaska)
Themed around the subjects of Van Gogh's classic masterpieces, MS Statendam is truly a world-class ship providing modern, luxurious accommodation, state of the art technology and a wealth of excellent facilities and amenities. Beautifully decorated, MS Statendam is sleek, chic and elegant, while no expense has been spared to provide a comfortable environment with wide, spacious public areas and expansive ocean views. Accommodating 1,258 guests in light, comfortable and well-equipped staterooms, MS Statendam affords the best in entertainment, fine dining and luxurious ocean cruising.
Public Rooms & Facilities
Three swimming pools; two-tiered Rotterdam dining room; Lido restaurant; Pinnacle Grill; Terrace Grill; Lido, Dolphin and Ocean bars; Crow's Nest, Explorers and Neptune lounges; Explorations, Internet and Java cafés; Van Gogh show lounge; tennis and basketball courts; jogging track; Greenhouse spa and beauty salon; fitness centre and aerobics; Wajang theatre; observation deck; culinary arts centre; casino; video arcade; library; card room; figurehead, art and photo galleries; laundrette; lifts; reception.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. There is a choice of dining venues on board: the main Rotterdam dining area has set dining for 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 specialties, 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 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 staterooms have twin or queen size beds (or one sofa bed and one Pullman bed); air-conditioning/climate control; television; telephone; shower and wc. Your holiday price is based on a category K inside cabin or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories & Descriptions
K Inside stateroom with 2 lower beds
E D Large outside stateroom with 2 lower beds, bath & shower.
Tipping
A gratuity of $10 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. -
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View Deck PlansMS Veendam (Alaska)
Elegant and refined, the well-proportioned MS Veendam is a stylish, comfortable and luxurious ship, equipped with ultra-modern technology and an excellent array of amenities. Designed with a tasteful floral theme throughout, the spacious public areas are adorned with artworks and antiques such as paintings by Irish artist Wout Muller, a rare tosei gusoku suit of samurai armour, and a stunning three-storey glass sculpture in the atrium. With an excellent selection of facilities and amenities on board, from wide teak decks for strolling to panoramic ocean views from the lavish Rubens Lounge balcony, MS Veendam easily accommodates 1,258 guests in comfortable, well-designed staterooms and provides the best in service, fine dining, and luxurious ocean cruising.
Public Rooms & Facilities
Three swimming pools and two whirlpools; two-tiered Rotterdam dining room; Lido restaurant; Pinnacle Grill; Terrace Grill; Lido, Dolphin, Casino, Piano, Wine tasting and Ocean bars; Crow's Nest, Explorers and Neptune lounges; Explorations internet café; Rubens show lounge; tennis and basketball courts; Greenhouse spa and beauty salon; thermal suite; fitness centre and aerobics; Wajang theatre and culinary arts centre; shops and boutiques; observation deck; casino; video arcade; figurehead, art and photo galleries; launderette; lifts; reception.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. There is a choice of dining venues onboard; the main Rotterdam dining area has set dining for 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 specialties, 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 staterooms have twin or queen size beds (or one sofa bed and one Pullman bed); air-conditioning/climate control; television; telephone; shower and wc. Outside cabins have a bath with shower and wc. Your holiday price is based on a category K inside cabin or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories & Descriptions:
K Inside stateroom with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed
C, D Large outside stateroom with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed and window
Extras to budget for
A gratuity of $10 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.
Alaska & the Yukon + Seattle - 3 Extra nights from £204
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View Holiday PhotosSixth Avenue Inn
In the heart of downtown Seattle, Sixth Avenue Inn is the perfect base for exploring this cosmopolitan city. You'll find comfortable surroundings complimented by a warm welcome.
Location: Within walking distance of Seattle's most popular attractions including the Space Needle, Monorail, Pike Place Market, Pacific Place and Westlake Centre.
Facilities: Bar & Grill; Fireside Lounge; room service; fitness room; laundry service; high speed internet access and bathrobes in bedrooms.
Price includes: Room with private facilities; air-conditioning; TV with cable channels and in-room movies; hairdryer; iron/ironing board; coffee/tea-maker.
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