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2010 JIM BRICKMAN – THE ULTIMATE CRUISE TO ALASKA
7 Day Cruise aboard the Golden Princess
July 24 - July 31, 2010
Seattle to Juneau, Ketchikan, Glacier Bay, to Victoria, British Columbia
Sail with Jim Brickman to a place where animals outnumber people, sunlight shines at midnight and nature reigns. You’ll enjoy pristine landscapes, majestic wildlife and a coastline that is one of the most enthralling waterways in the world.
We invite you to experience Alaska’s famous Inside Passage, also known as “The Panhandle” or “Southeast.” You’ll find many of Alaska’s top attractions and activities throughout the region, along with spectacular scenery, abundant wildlife, vibrant native cultures, fascinating histories and exceptional hospitality. Alaska’s coastline is filled with wonder, and our Ultimate Cruise to Alaska offers the chance to journey through one of the state’s most magical attractions.
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Destination |
Depart |
Arrive |
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Day 1 |
Seattle, Washington |
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4:00 PM |
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Day 2 |
At Sea |
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Day 3 |
Juneau, Alaska |
12:00 PM |
10:00 PM |
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Day 4 |
Skagway, Alaska |
6:00 AM |
8:15 PM |
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Day 5 |
Glacier Bay, Alaska (Scenic Cruising) |
6:00 AM |
3:00 PM |
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Day 6 |
Ketchikan, Alaska |
7:00 AM |
12:30 PM |
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Day 7 |
Victoria, British Columbia |
7:00 PM |
11:59 PM |
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Day 8 |
Seattle, Washington |
7:00 AM |
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Seattle, Washington
Situated on Puget Sound, surrounded by the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges, the Seattle city skyline is impressive with shimmering glass high-rises and 100-year-old buildings standing side by side.
Pioneer SquareAt the Klondike Gold Rush Museum find gold-dust history as well as a vibrant jazz nightlife in turn-of-the-century Pioneer Square where the city first took root.
Ferry BoatsAs ferries crisscross the Puget Sound, nature steals the show with the Olympic Mountains to the west, the Cascade Range to the east, and towering Mt. Rainier to the south.
Seattle CenterThe observation deck of the Space Needle offers panoramic views, from the Pike Place Market to the waterfront and the Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges.
Juneau, Alaska
Perched on a thin strip of land at the mouth of Gold Creek, Juneau is arguably one of America's most beautiful state capitals, with the looming summits of Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts providing a gorgeous backdrop.
Admiralty Island
Scenic Admiralty Island has the world's highest concentration of brown bears. If you are lucky enough to see one, it is a memory of a lifetime.
Mendenhall Glacier
This amazing glacier is 12 miles long and 1.5 miles wide, and worth the view from a cruise ship. There are hiking trails into the area.
Mt. Roberts Tramway
For a bird's-eye view, the Mt. Roberts Tramway offers a short, six-minute trek to the top of Mt. Roberts, 1,800 feet above the city.
Skagway, Alaska
Few one-time boomtowns retain the flavor of the gold rush days like Skagway. This gateway to the Klondike is preserved as a national historic park with its rustic boardwalk and frontier-style storefronts.
Historic RailroadPossessing one of the oldest narrow-gauge railroads in the world, Skagway retains the flavor of days gone by and remains an important link to Alaska's rich history.
Downtown BroadwayThe Arctic Brotherhood Hall is the only remaining example of turn-of-the-century Alaskan driftwood architecture. Other buildings like the Trail of '98 Museum, Corrington's Museum of Alaskan History and the Alaskan Wildlife Adventure and Museum present different facets of prospecting times.
Lower Dewey LakeBefore hitting the famous Chilkoot Trail, there are other well-marked trails to try. Hiking to Lower Dewey Lake is an easy, 20-minute climb to break in your sea legs.
GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK
Glacier Bay is a natural waterway from Alaska's Inside Passage to the tidewater glaciers that are the park's main attraction. Its numerous branches, inlets, lagoons, islands, and passages offer virtually limitless opportunities for exploration.
Humpback whales migrate approximately 2,500 miles to feed in Glacier Bay’s productive waters each summer.
Most visitors to Glacier Bay see the park from large cruise ships. These visitors do not go ashore in the park; instead National Park Service naturalists board the ship to share their knowledge about the park and its wildlife during a day-long cruise in the bay.
Ketchikan, Alaska
Ketchikan, Alaska's First City was founded as a fishing camp. It’s built on steep hillsides and is known as the salmon capital of the world. A quaint village, the town is just three miles long and three blocks wide.
Totem Bight State Historical Park
With the world's largest collection of totem poles, these wood-carved creations portray colorful, intricate tales, often showing a family's history or depicting a local legend.
Creek Street Boardwalk
With its historic cable car and quaint boutiques, Creek Street is Ketchikan's most famous and photographed section, as well as a great place to spend a relaxing afternoon.
Victoria, British Columbia
Victoria is full of historic sites, public parks and groomed gardens. This quaint yet sophisticated little seaside city boasts the mildest climate in Canada.
Butchart Gardens
Visitors from all around the world are drawn to these 55 acres of spectacular floral displays. There are thousands of varieties of flowers, trees, shrubs and exotics, with four main gardens and seasonal attractions.
Craigdarroch Castle
This towering Victorian mansion, complete with a tower and turrets, is a local landmark, and the beautiful garden nearby is impressive.
Empress Hotel
The Fairmont Empress showcases the spirit and energy of Vancouver Island in grand style. With her turn-of-the-century beauty, The Fairmont Empress captures the grandeur and elegance of a bygone era.