11 Nights
June 22 & July 27, 2024
From: $3,044*
per person
including port taxes
Get ready to experience the incredible wilderness and wildlife that will make you fall in love with Alaska!
AAA Travel invites you to set sail on Holland America’s beautiful Zaandam for the ultimate Alaska vacation. Witness a world of wildlife and stunning landscapes as you travel deep into Denali National Park with a chance to spot Alaska’s “Big 5″— moose, bears, Dall sheep, caribou, and wolves. Ride the luxury glass-domed McKinley Explorer® train and explore the rustic beauty of the Yukon. Sail Alaska’s serene seas to Glacier Bay National Park and visit the beautiful coastal town of Ketchikan. There are so many unforgettable moments you will experience on this captivating adventure!
**Rate is based on double occupancy, category L, interior stateroom and includes port taxes. Other dates and pricing available. Government fees not included of $255.00 per person and subject to change. Airfare is not included. Rates, hotels and itinerary are subject to change. Travel must be booked through AAA Travel to receive savings and AAA Exclusives. Exclusive amenities are capacity-controlled, based on minimum number of passengers traveling together and may be modified, withdrawn or canceled without prior notice and have no cash value. Passports are required for US citizens. Cancellation and change fees apply. Other restrictions may apply. Contact your AAA Travel Advisor for complete details. Proof of citizenship required. The Auto Club Group is not responsible for errors or omissions in the promotion of the Alaska CruiseTour.
DAILY ITINERARY:
Arrive Anchorage and transfer to your hotel for the start of an exciting adventure!
Ride the McKinley Explorer domed railway offering superb 360 degree views to Talkeetna and then to Denali.
We will stay at one of Holland America’s beautiful Denali Area Resorts.
Get an up-close view of the mountain and the best wildlife viewing as we travel deep into Denali National Park. It is rare not to see some combination of Alaska’s Big Five: grizzly bears, caribou, moose, Dall sheep and wolves, along with other animals on this expertly guided six- to eight-hour tour.
The afternoon is at leisure to explore the resort or take one of the amazing excursions offered by Holland America.
Today, we’ll head north to the beautiful city of Fairbanks.
Try your hand at Gold Panning at the historic Gold Dredge 8. The tour begins beside the Trans-Alaska pipeline where you will learn about Alaska’s “black gold,” then board a replica of the Tanana Valley open air Railroad to the dredge for a memorable experience.
Overnight at the Westmark Fairbanks Hotel.
Today, we’ll board our 1 hour flight to the historic town of Dawson City in Canada’s Yukon. Enjoy this rustic town on the Yukon River and explore the history of the Gold Rush.
Overnight Westmark Inn Dawson City
Take time to explore this historic gold rush town, shop for unique souvenir’s and visit the Jack London Museum and Sourdough Saloon.
See the Diamond Tooth Gertie’s Show with a cast of professional singers and dancers accompanied by live musicians. These top-notch Klondike themed song and dance shows will have you tapping your foot in no time! (Must be over 19 with proper ID)
Overnight Westmark Inn Dawson
Today, we will journey to Whitehorse and enjoy picturesque stops along the way and savor a delicious lunch at Minto on the lake.
Overnight Westmark Whitehorse
Today, we’ll travel to Fraser and board the White Pass Yukon Rail Express to Skagway. This classic narrow-gauge railway will traverse rugged mountain passes and cascading waterfalls for amazing scenic views.
This evening we will transfer to our ship, docked at the edge of town for our amazing four night cruise.
Cruise the ice-studded fjords of this national treasure for a full eight hours as a Park Service Ranger narrates. With the serene majesty of snow-flecked and forested mountains defining its shores, Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve offers some of the most dramatic scenery and wildlife experiences in the world.
Explore this uniquely Alaskan port, famous for its rich native culture, salmon fishing, and scenic Misty Fjords. Alaska’s “First City” of Ketchikan is so named because it’s the first major landfall for most cruisers as they enter the picturesque fjords of the Inside Passage.
Alaska’s Inside Passage is a protected network of waterways that wind through glacier-cut fjords and lush temperate rain forests along the rugged coast of Southeast Alaska. Relax and enjoy a full day of scenic Inside Passage cruising.
Today you will disembark the ship and leave with amazing memories from this incredible journey. You may also choose to extend your stay in the fascinating city of Vancouver.
AAA EXCLUSIVE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Lunch in the Pinnacle Grill Restaurant
- Up to $275.00 per stateroom On Board Credit
- $50.00 Denali Dollars Per Person for Balcony and above categories only
- Custom Mini Meal Plan Which Includes: Lunch on McKinley Explorer, Dinner at McKinley Chalet, Music of Denali Dinner at McKinley Chalet, Lunch on Tundra Wilderness Tour, 2 Breakfasts at McKinley Chalet.
- Entrance to Diamond Tooth Gerties in Dawson City (Must be over 19 with proper ID)
All Inclusions are for guests 1 and 2 in the stateroom
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