trip specifics

price

Cabin	Shoulder	Peak	Alaskan Dream
C	$1,895	$2,295	-
B	$2,395	$2,795	-
A	$3,150	$3,450	$3,450
AA	$3,595	$3,995	$3,995
AAA	$4,220	$4,695	-
Deluxe/Vista View	$4,695	$5,095	$5,095
Owners	$5,095	$5,495	$5,495

The Glacier Bay and Island Adventure small ship cruise aboard the 66-guest Admiralty Dream, 78-guest Baranof Dream or 42-passenger Alaskan Dream begins and ends in Sitka. Along the way around Alaska's Amiralty, Chichagof and Baranof Islands, it encounters all the highlights of Southeast Alaska including many lesser known ports and wilderness areas. Cruise to Sitka, Juneau, Glacier Bay National Park, Tracy Arm, Petersburg and Frederick Sound. Explorer remote gems such as Peril Straits, Red Bluff Bay, Hobart Bay (exclusive adventure base), Orca Point Lodge, Kake and Icy Strait Point. This cruise is perfect for travelers seeking an easy and affordable Alaskan small ship cruise.

Owned and operated by members of the Tlingit Kaagwaantaan Clan, the Glacier Bay and Island Adventure has a focus on Alaska's nature, history and First Nations culture.

Day 1 - SAT - Embark Sitka

Explore Sitka’s popular attractions: Sheldon Jackson Museum, Russian Bishop’s house and St. Michael’s Cathedral. Board a deluxe tour boat for a “Sea Otter & Wildlife Quest” excursion into beautiful Sitka Sound. Home to marine mammals, Sitka Sound counts gray, humpback and killer (orca) whales, eagles, brown bears, sea otters, and Steller sea lions amongst its abundant wildlife. Your jet tour boat will rendezvous with the Admiralty Dream in a protected cove for a safe, easy transfer to your cruise vessel. After getting settled in your cabin, enjoy an eventful evening of welcome-aboard activities followed by a gourmet dinner.

Accommodations: Admiralty Dream, Baranof Dream or Alaskan Dream
Included Meals: dinner

Day 2 - SUN - Kake

Cruise the east coast of Baranof Island where you’ll spot humpback whales and other marine wildlife in Chatham Strait. After entering Frederick Sound, stop into Kake, a traditional Tlingit Indian village. Here see the “World’s Largest Totem,” a carving demonstration, a salmon hatchery and a bear viewing platform.

Accommodations: Admiralty Dream, Baranof Dream or Alaskan Dream
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 3 - MON - Petersburg

Petersburg is a charming fishing town established by Norwegian fishermen in the late 1800s. At the Sons of Norway Hall, enjoy a Norwegian folk dance show performed by Petersburg’s children. You will have time on your own to take a short walk to Eagle Park, explore Sing Lee Alley or shop downtown.

Accommodations: Admiralty Dream, Baranof Dream or Alaskan Dream
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 4 - TUE - Hobart Bay

Enjoy exclusive access to Hobart Bay, which becomes your own adventure base camp, outfitted with sea kayaks, small outboard-driven Zego runabouts and all-terrain vehicles.

Accommodations: Admiralty Dream, Baranof Dream or Alaskan Dream
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 5 - WED - Tracy Arm

Explore the full length of this ice-carved fjord, tracing the face of cliffs that rise 4,000 feet above the jade-colored sea.

Accommodations: Admiralty Dream, Baranof Dream or Alaskan Dream
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 6 - THR - Juneau & Orca Point Lodge

Highlights of the scenic state capital include the Mendenhall Glacier and Mount Roberts Tram. We’ll depart Juneau to Colt Island and go ashore to Orca Point Lodge for an Alaskan salmon and king crab dinner.

Accommodations: Admiralty Dream, Baranof Dream or Alaskan Dream
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 7 - FRI - Glacier Bay National Park

A Glacier Bay National Park Service ranger leads the day's programming, and a Native Huna Tlingit interpretive naturalist joins in to reveal traditional ties to this ancient treasure, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Accommodations: Admiralty Dream, Baranof Dream or Alaskan Dream
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 8 - SAT - Disembark Sitka

Early arrival into Sitka for breakfast and disembarkation. Those with early flights are transferred to the airport. Those with later flights or staying over at local hotels may join a post-cruise shore excursion in Sitka guided by the Expedition Leader. A walk up to Castle Hill (site of the transfer ceremony of Alaska from Russian to USA in 1867) is followed by a visit to St Michael’s Cathedral, the Russian Orthodox Church that has been at the center of Sitka for nearly two hundred years. Enjoy an exclusive tour from a local guide who explain the numerous and historical icons and basis of the Russian church in Alaska’s history.

Accommodations: n/a
Included Meals: breakfast

Alternative Itinerary: In addition to the main 8-day itinerary listed above, there is an 11-day option.

11-Day Itinerary
Day 1 - Sitka, embark
Day 2 - Juneau & Orca Point Lodge
Day 3 - Skagway
Day 4 - Captain's Choice / Pt Adolphus & Icy Strait
Day 5 - Glacier Bay National Park
Day 6 - Tracy Arm
Day 7 - Hobart Bay
Day 8 - Petersburg
Day 9 - Kake
Day 10 - Captain's Choice / Red Bluff Bay
Day 11 - Sitka, disembark

Sailing Schedule:
May 17 - May 25, 2013 - Admiralty Dream
May 23 - Jun 02, 2013 - Baranof Dream 11 Day
May 25 - Jun 01, 2013 - Admiralty Dream
Jun 01 - Jun 08, 2013 - Admiralty Dream
Jun 02 - Jun 09, 2013 - Baranof Dream
Jun 08 - Jun 15, 2013 - Admiralty Dream
Jun 09 - Jun 16, 2013 - Baranof Dream
Jun 15 - Jun 22, 2013 - Alaskan Dream
Jun 22 - Jun 29, 2013 - Alaskan Dream
Jun 23 - Jul 01, 2013 - Baranof Dream
Jun 29 - Jul 06, 2013 - Admiralty Dream
Jun 30 - Jul 10, 2013 - Baranof Dream 11 Day
Jul 06 - Jul 13, 2013 - Admiralty Dream
Jul 10 - Jul 17, 2013 - Baranof Dream
Jul 13 - Jul 20, 2013 - Admiralty Dream
Jul 20 - Jul 27, 2013 - Admiralty Dream
Jul 27 - Aug 03, 2013 - Admiralty Dream
Aug 03 - Aug 10, 2013 - Baranof Dream
Aug 03 - Aug 10, 2013 - Admiralty Dream
Aug 10 - Aug 17, 2013 - Baranof Dream
Aug 10 - Aug 17, 2013 - Admiralty Dream
Aug 17 - Aug 24, 2013 - Admiralty Dream
Aug 24 - Aug 31, 2013 - Admiralty Dream
Aug 24 - Sep 03, 2013 - Baranof Dream 11 Day
Aug 31 - Sep 07, 2013 - Admiralty Dream
Sep 07 - Sep 14, 2013 - Admiralty Dream

Extend Your Trip: Call AdventureSmith Explorations about the possibilities of combining trips to Denali National Park.

Itinerary Notes: We may occasionally alter itineraries slightly for safety, or to take advantage of weather, wildlife and unplanned discoveries. Our ability to be spontaneous makes this style of Alaska small ship cruising unique. Please note that because of Glacier Bay National Park permits, some departures will cruise into Glacier Bay aboard Glacier Bay Day Tour boat the Baranof Wind. The 149-passenger high-speed catamaran operates a seven-hour glacier cruise that begins and ends in Bartlett Cove. Please contact AdventureSmith's Alaska cruise experts for more information.

Included: Selected guest cabin facilities; all meals aboard the vessel or where otherwise indicated; selected shore excursions as indicated in itinerary; ground transportation to and from the vessel and airport or select Sitka hotels; use of recreational equipment at Hobart Bay; all standard on-board services.

Exclusions: Airfare to and from Alaska; pre- and post-cruise hotel accommodations; non-complimentary beer, wine or alcohol selections; discretionary gratuities to crew; travel insurance; all taxes and port fees ($30-$150 per person depending on cabin category).

Room Configurations: Single supplement rates are 150% of the double occupancy rate. Single supplement rates are capacity controlled and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Third & fourth persons receive 30% off double occupancy rate.

Families & Children: Children (15 years and younger) receive 30% off double occupancy rate. Children under 2 are free.

Arrival & Departure: We highly recommend arriving Sitka one day prior to embarkation in case of any flight delay, cancellation or lost luggage issues. This cruise includes a morning tour of the Russian Bishop house at 9:00am. If arriving on day of departure plan flights to arrive no later than 8:00am to include the tour or no later than 12:30pm to embark the ship at 1:00pm. Plan outbound flights any time after 9:30am.

Payment & Cancellation: A deposit of $500 is required to secure a reservation. Final payment must reach our office 90 days prior to your cruise departure or in full at the time reservations are confirmed if less than 90 days prior. If this payment is not received in time, your space may be released; rebooking will then be subject to final availability. Deposits and final payments may be made by personal check, wire transfer, money order or credit card.

Guests who must cancel their cruise for any reason, including medical or family reasons, are subject to the following cancellation fees:
90 days or more prior to departure date: $250 per person
89 - 61 days prior to departure date: $500 per person
60 - 31 days prior to departure date: 50% of full fare
30 - 0 days prior to departure date: 100% of full fare

Terms & Conditions: This trip is subject to AdventureSmith Explorations Terms and Conditions. Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions. A packing list and extensive pre-departure and travel insurance information is sent upon confirmation.

Travel Insurance: We highly recommend our travelers protect their investment with travel insurance. Please note that you must purchase your travel insurance policy within 14 days of booking your trip for it to cover pre-existing medical conditions. Click the link below for a selection of policies from our partners at Travelex.



Qualifications: This Alaska small ship cruise will be enjoyed by anyone seeking to explore Alaska in style.


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