Alaska small ship cruise

Alaska Small Ship Cruising

Alaska Small Ship Cruising.

YOUR COMPLETE TAILORED HOLIDAY INCLUDES:

Scheduled flights | 1 night hotel accommodation | 14 night cruise

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Travelling by small cruise ships enables you to get up close to the amazing Alaskan nature and wildlife in one of the most scenic areas of the world.

A selection of activities are included on the cruise, so you can get out and explore nature by hiking through secluded forests, walking on a glacier, kayaking in a secluded cove or taking a skiff ride to explore the shoreline and spot wildlife, or spending time with locals learning about their way of life.

DISCOVER ALASKA WITH UNCRUISE ADVENTURES.

Un-Cruise Adventures was born out of a desire to offer small group, hands-on explorations in some of the most inspiring places in the Americas.

With a constant eye on treading lightly, UnCruise Adventure’s use small cruise ships and yachts to introduce adventurers to places, encounters, and activities sure to leave a lasting impression in each person’s life.

Day 1
Juneau Arrival

Depart London Heathrow – 12:40
Arrive Seattle – 17:05
Journey Time – 9 hours 35 minutes

Depart Seattle – 18:00
Arrive Juneau – 21:35
Journey Time – 3 hours 35 minutes

Overnight stay in Juneau before setting sail tomorrow afternoon!

Overnight – Juneau


Day 2
Juneau – Embarkation

Welcome aboard! Meet your crew and get acquainted as we set sail into the Tracy Arm Wilderness.

Overnight – Aboard Ship


Day 3
Tracy Arm Wilderness / Frederick Sound

At the end of Tracy Arm, a winding fjord with sheer granite walls, hundreds of cascading waterfalls, and some of the largest floating icebergs in all of Alaska, sits the twin Sawyer Glaciers-North Sawyer and South Sawyer. The fjord is home to brown and black bears, deer, wolves, harbor seals, birds such as arctic terns and pigeon guillemots. Later today, move into Frederick Sound-summer feeding ground for the northern hemisphere’s largest concentration of humpback whales. Keep watch for humpbacks, orca, and Steller sea lions.

Overnight – Aboard Ship


Day 4
Thomas Bay

Choose kayaking and a lush forest trek on a scenic rainforest trail, or go big on a roundtrip 11-mile hike to the glacially-fed and rarely visited Patterson Lake. Discover the origin of its “Devil’s Country” nickname during a reading from “The Strangest Story Ever Told,” about the area’s mythical shape-shifting creatures called Kushtaka.

Overnight – Aboard Ship


Day 5
Glacial Landscapes / Wrangell Narrows

Step into the back country of Alaska’s wilderness, in an area known for glaciers and rich in gold and quartz. Explore glacial landscapes marked by moraines, muskegs, and mud. Adventure and natural beauty are sure to please whether you choose kayaking, paddle boarding, skiff riding, or hiking today. An abundance of bright red and green navigation lights guide you along “Christmas Tree Lane” as you cruise the winding Wrangell Narrows this evening.

Overnight – Aboard Ship


Day 6
Wrangell

Home to native culture, wildlife, and wonder-Wrangell is one of the oldest towns in Alaska and the only one ever governed by four nations. Before venturing into town, local islanders join you on board for an in-depth presentation on Tlingit and Haida cultures. View recently carved totem poles at Kiksetti Totem Park and step inside the famed and historically significant Chief Shakes Tribal House.

Overnight – Aboard Ship


Day 7
Behm Canal

Wildlife abounds in Behm Canal and the surrounding Tongass National Forest-orca, porpoise, seals, sea lions, brown and black bears, mink, marten, eagles, and otters. Paddle along the canal or venture out on an intertidal shore walk or low-elevation trek on the Cleveland Peninsula.

Overnight – Aboard Ship


Day 8
Misty Fjords National Monument

Affectionately called “The Yosemite of the North,” Misty Fjords National Monument represents nearly every ecosystem found in Southeast Alaska. Glacial valleys filled with sea water, and sheer 3,000 foot cliffs are a haven for sea birds, brown and black bears, mountain goats, Sitka black-tailed deer, mink, moose, river otters, and other wildlife. Glide through Walker Cove or Rudyerd Bay by kayak or explore by skiff soaking in the splendor of this largely forgotten corner of the world.

Overnight – Aboard Ship


Day 9
Ketchikan

Alaska’s southern most city and “salmon capital of the world” also claims fame to having the world’s largest collection of standing totem poles. While others end their adventure and new guests join later in the day, you will spend the day off the boat. Enjoy lunch in town on us and explore the notorious Creek Street, once a red-light district. A complimentary laundry service is provided today. Later this afternoon keep watch for eagles as we embark and cruise through the Tongass Narrows out of Ketchikan.

Overnight – Aboard Ship


Day 10
Tongass National Forest

Aha-wake in a remote cove surrounded by breathtaking Tongass National Forest-the largest national forest in the US. Joined by your expedition team, it’s a water ops morning. Spend it paddling a kayak, paddle boarding, or exploring by skiff. Then settle in as you cruise the northern tip of Prince of Wales Island, nestled right in the heart of the Tongass.

Overnight – Aboard Ship


Day 11
El Capitan Caves / Prince of Wales Island

Take a walk on the wild side winding through high forest on an old logging trail, and find your way to El Capitan Cave, the largest known cave in Alaska and one of the largest mapped caves in the Americas. Learn from Forest Service Rangers about karst and the geologic forces that created this intricate cave system. Locals-bears, harbor seals and humpbacks, deer, eagles, humans too-enjoy the calm and serenity of the island. Take it all in, and chances are, you will too.

Overnight – Aboard Ship


Day 12
Chatham Strait

It’s Captain’s Choice today as you explore the intricate passages and shores along Chatham Strait’s Kuiu or Baranof Islands. Join your expedition team on (or in!) the water. Conditions permitting, take to the water by kayak, skiff, or snorkel. Snorkeling is optional, but hidden beneath the surface lies a magical array of sea life only seen from below. Take a deep breath and go for it! Today’s discoveries will be within some of the most untouched wilderness of the Tongass National Forest.

Overnight – Aboard Ship


Day 13
Frederick Sound

Lush forest, spectacular views, play time, and wildlife-they are all in abundance in Frederick Sound. Keep watch along the coastline for birds, wolves, and black bears. With many secluded coves to choose from, you may slip into the waters of Deep Cove, Patterson or Saginaw Bay, or perhaps another hidden gem to explore by skiff or paddle a kayak. Gear up for snorkeling or guided treks. This evening, toast another day of amazing adventure with a cold microbrew or cocktail.

Overnight – Aboard Ship


Day 14
The Brothers Islands / Stephens Passage

There’ll be plenty of wildlife viewing today. The Brothers, a pair of tiny, rocky islands at the confluence of Stephens Passage and Frederick Sound, are home to some of Alaska’s most abundant wildlife, including a haulout for Steller sea lions. The area is also the summer feeding ground for the largest concentration of humpback whales in the northern hemisphere. Keep watch for orca, humpbacks, and porpoise.

Overnight – Aboard Ship


Day 15
Endicott Arm / Fords Terror

Snow covered mountains, glowing blues, and the white thunder of calving ice take your breath away at the face of Dawes Glacier. As you glide through Endicott Arm you’ll likely find a few seals taking respite on the glaciers smaller “bergy bits.” Tides permitting, explore the narrow passage of Fords Terror. Join the Captain for a farewell toast during dinner.

Overnight – Aboard Ship


Day 16
Juneau Departure 

Bid adieu to new-found friends over breakfast before disembarking. Transfer directly to the Juneau airport for your return flights.

Depart Juneau – 14:40
Arrive Seattle – 17:58
Journey Time – 2 hours 18 minutes

Depart Seattle – 19:05
Arrive London Heathrow – 11:35 (Next Day)
Journey Time – 9 hours 30 minutes

Your holiday includes

  • Scheduled flights
  • UK & US Airport taxes
  • Accommodation – pre cruise 1 night, 14 night cruise including: all onboard meals, non-alcoholic beverages
  • Transfers and baggage handling in between hotel / vessel / airport on embark / disembark day
  • Entry fees to National Park / Preserves
  • Most from-the-vessel adventure activities and equipment
  • Port fees and taxes

Vancouver to Anchorage – Regent

This 6 Star Alaska cruise, beginning in Vancouver with Regent Seven Seas, will take you down the Alaskan fjords visiting the likes of Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway and much more. With Regent all of your excursions are included as well all drinks.

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Alaska National Parks Explorer

The beauty and awe of Denali, a Fjord cruise in Seward, humpback whales and sea lions in Valdez, a seaplane ride in Chitina, this 14 night fly drive is a superb way to see the best Alaska has to offer with great contrast and variety.

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Alaska & Yukon Highlights

Alaska is quite unique and rightly so appeals to many of us for its rugged unspoilt beauty and abundance of wildlife that we very rarely see in our lifetimes.

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Do I need a visa to travel to the usa?

In most circumstances, no visa is required for travel to the USA for any British Citizen passport holder and many other European passport holders, whose countries qualify for the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). This program permits entry for up to 90 days for business or leisure purposes. Everyone must apply to use the VWP via the online Electronic System of Travel Authorization (ESTA).  Advice states this should be done online at least 72 hours prior to departure. On payment of the $14 fee this system usually issues an electronic confirmation within minutes but this is not guaranteed and there are certain criteria travellers must consider before applying via ESTA to use the Visa Waiver Program. Once granted the VWP authorization is valid for 2 years.

It is essential that everyone who plans to travel to the United States reads the information contained on the following page – Visa Waiver Program

Please note : From 21st January 2016 The United States implemented changes to the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) as part of the Terrorist Travel Protection Act of 2015. One of the major changes implemented in January excludes any British National who has travelled to Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, or Yemen since March 01st 2011 from using the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Full details are contained on the above link but those affected will need to apply for a Visitor Visa with the U.S. Embassy before booking their travel arrangements.

You are advised to complete your ESTA prior to confirming any travel arrangements.

To use ESTA now please only use the following website – Official ESTA Website

Complete North America Limited cannot be held responsible for cancellation charges incurred by travellers who have booked travel and are subsequently unable to travel as part of the VWP or who are unable to obtain a Visitor Visa. If you have any questions after reading the information supplied above please speak to a member of our team.

Do I need a visa to travel to Canada?

British Nationals and travellers from other European countries can enjoy visa-exempt travel to and via Canada but must first use the online Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) at a cost of CA$7.00 per person. Most online applications are approved with minutes by email but the process can take longer particularly if supporting documentation is requested. An eTA is valid for 5 years and allows you to travel for up to 6 months on any one visit.

You are advised to apply for your eTA prior to confirming any travel arrangements.

For applications and full information on the scheme please only visit – Official Canadian Government eTA Website

Complete North America Limited cannot be held responsible for cancellation charges incurred by travellers who have booked travel and are subsequently unable to travel as part of the eTA scheme or who are unable to obtain a Visitor Visa. If you have any questions after reading the information supplied above please speak to a member of our team.

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