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Day by Day Summary and Map
Cruise Segment of Itinerary
Saturday - May 17, 2025
Day 1
Juneau, United States
A Forest Service Special-Use Permit for Tongass National Forest enables guests to hike and kayak in wild and remote areas of Southeast Alaska. Arrive in Juneau, Alaska's capital city, in the early afternoon and embark National Geographic Venture or National Geographic Quest in time for cocktails and an introduction of the vessel staff and crew. ... Read More
Sunday - May 18, 2025
Day 2
Tracy Arm-Fords Terror Wilderness, United States
Voyage into Tracy or Endicott arms, both spectacular fjords with waterfalls cascading from glacially carved walls. See the soaring Dawes or South Sawyer glaciers up close and take a cruise in a Zodiac for an unbeatable view among sculpted icebergs. Keep an eye out for harbor seals, harbor porpoises, and Arctic terns. ... Read More
Monday - May 19, 2025
Day 3
Petersburg, United States
Visit the small, true Alaska fishing town of Petersburg on Mitkof Island, which still retains much of its Norwegian heritage. Explore a unique Southeast Alaska ecosystem, the muskeg, with stunted trees and carnivorous plants. There is an opportunity to stretch your legs with an optional bike ride around town. This evening, enjoy a crab feast. ... Read More
Tuesday - May 20, 2025
Day 4
Frederick Sound, United States
These waters are prime areas for both orca and humpback whales. With luck, guests may observe their fascinating behavior-breaching, tail-slapping, and variations on feeding-as we fill the deck and listen to the play-by-play from our expert naturalists. We will explore spectacular bays and inlets, following bear trails and salmon streams. Once ashore, we have the opportunity to walk along a quiet forest trail. The still waters are excellent for kayaking, offering another option for up-close exploration. ... Read More
Wednesday - May 21, 2025
Day 5
Icy Strait Point, United States
Inian Islands, United States
Explore among the Inian Islands, where an abundance of Steller sea lions and sea otters reside. We will search for marine mammals in the nutrient-rich waters of Icy Strait and choose the perfect spot around Chichagof Island to hike where sightings of bald eagles are common.
Thursday - May 22, 2025
Day 6
Glacier Bay, United States
Spend the entire day amid the coves, fjords, tidewater glaciers, and majestic mountains of Glacier Bay National Park. Witness glaciers that end abruptly at the water's edge and observe them calving, when tons of ice separate and crash into the water accompanied by a thunderous sound. Mountain goats scaling the peaks, as well as harbor seals, Steller sea lions, and puffins, are some of the creatures we may observe. A visit to Tidal Inlet may bring the sight of brown bears lumbering up the hillside. A native Tlingit interpreter joins us onboard to share the indigenous history of the area. ... Read More
Friday - May 23, 2025
Day 7
Coastal Navigation, United States
Today, nature is our guide as we set forth with the flexibility to take advantage of wildlife and weather conditions. We may stop at an isolated beach to take a closer look at tide pools, beachcomb, and hike stunning forest trails. Keep an eye out for old bear tracks worn into the soil as you move from forest to meadow. Sightings of bald eagles are common. If conditions permit, we will do some kayaking, always watching for marine and terrestrial life. ... Read More
Saturday - May 24, 2025
Day 8
Sitka, United States
After breakfast, disembark in Sitka-Southeast Alaska's only oceanfront town. Sitka has a strong Russian heritage, which is readily apparent as you visit the onion-domed St. Michael's Russian Orthodox Church. At the Raptor Rehabilitation Center, enjoy up-close views of species normally seen at a distance in the wild, such as bald eagles, hawks, falcons, and owls. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Seattle. ... Read More
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