HOLLAND
AMERICA LINE - 2004
The vessels of Holland America Line provide a luxury cruise experience
at an affordable price. We offer one week cruises either round
trip from Vancouver or one way from Vancouver to Seward (and reverse
direction). Our online selection of Alaska land programs
is the largest currently available. Simply choose the one you
like and we'll help you combine it with the cruise. It's easy
and the savings are sensational.
INSIDE
PASSAGE SMALL SHIP CRUISES
Personalized cruises of Alaska's spectacular Inside Passage
between Ketchikan and Juneau (or reverse). Explore the
sheltered waters and small port towns not visited by the
large ships. Cruising days include some of the most
impressive coastal highlights found anywhere in the world.
Visit Misty Fjords National Monument, Frederick Sound, Lynn
Canal, Sitka Sound, and Tracy Arm where you will see the
immense Sawyer Glaciers. You' ll spend a full day exploring
Glacier Bay National Park with a park naturalist, and enjoy
small-ship ports of call at the Tsimshian village of
Metlakatla, Sitka, Skagway, Haines and Petersburg.
ADVENTURE
CRUISE - JUNEAU - GLACIER BAY - ADMIRALTY ISLAND Tour 189
Every day of your
aboard our selected Adventure cruises, offers the flexibility to linger
in areas where whales may be feeding, or kayak among
the calm waters of an isolated inlet, or stay to witness the amazing
activity of a glacier as it “calves” huge chunks of ice into the
water below. The cruise route allowing the flexibility to alter
the daily itinerary
to accommodate the special surprises that occur in nature every
day. Your
experienced Captain will seek out the best kayaking destinations
and shore landings for nature walks as well as wildlife viewing
opportunities.
EXPEDITION
CRUISE - GLACIER BAY & WHALE WATCHING Tour
187
Explore the wonders of Glacier Bay National Park aboard your floating
"base camp" during this 7-day/6-night adventure.
Explore the backcountry wilderness areas of world-renown Glacier
Bay National Park. This reliable
and comfortable 34-passenger adventure vessel carries Zodiac shore
craft and a fleet of 2-person kayaks. After active days spent
paddling, hiking and wildlife spotting along the remote coast,
you return to the vessel each evening for hot meals, comfortable
cabins and hot showers. Designed specifically for today's adventurers,
the expedition cruise is ideal for any outdoor enthusiast!
PRINCE
WILLIAM SOUND OVERNIGHT CRUISES Tours
181 and 182
Cruise Prince William Sound, renown for some
of the most breathtaking scenery glacier scenery. Highlights of this cruise include
College Fjord, Columbia Bay, and the ports of Valdez and Cordova
in a 4-night cruise. The vessels are smaller than the large ships
plying Alaska's waters, and have the ability to cruise in passages
where larger ships are unable to go. The atmosphere on board is
friendly and personal and you have a sense of really being part
of the great coastal vista. With dramatic scenery, glaciers, and
wildlife, this is a cruise you will long remember.
ALASKA
YACHT SAFARI CRUISES Tour 183-186
With just 12 to 22 guests, your yacht provides truly personal
service, intimacy, and up-close adventure that does justice to
the wonders of Alaska. When you're not out hiking a wilderness
beach or motoring through icebergs by Zodiac, you're ensconced
in comfort and style aboard the yacht. From the view deck on top
to the plush couches in the window-wrapped main salon, the vessel
is yours to enjoy. All of the comforts you'd expect in a luxury
vacation are included, such as activities like fishing or kayaking,
shore excursions and all food and premium drinks. It's a liberating
experience. Take your pick of the fishing gear, learn to paddle
a kayak, or pore over the Captain's charts. Each evening, enjoy
a sociable cocktail and a lavish dinner, served casually with
grace and a smile.
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