Arrive at Vancouver International Airport and transfer independently to your Vancouver hotel. Take some time to enjoy the amenities of your hotel, or perhaps indulge at one of the local restaurants. Overnight in Vancouver.
Georgian Court Hotel BW Premier Collection
At the Georgian Court Hotel, your total comfort and satisfaction is their priority. That’s why staff is focused on providing the highest quality of service and support, whatever your needs. From hotel maps to help you find your way around Vancouver to dinner reservations and tour arrangements during your stay, they are here to help.
Independently transfer to the Vancouver cruise terminal where you board the Holland America Line ship and are welcomed by the crew who will be your hosts for the next 7 nights. Familiarize yourself with amenities of the ship and watch the sun set over the water from the wide decks of this magnificent craft. Overnight on board the ms Westerdam. Dinner included.
Holland America Noordam
Named for the Northern compass point, Noordam features museum-quality art-from 19th oils to contemporary photographs of music greats Dizzy Gillespie and B.B. King. Guests onboard can enjoy cooking shows and hands-on workshops in partnership with America's Test Kitchen. Explore the world's wonders through BBC Earth Experiences. Take yoga or Pilates in our Fitness Center. Savor the sounds of Music Walk™ and the delights of our specialty resturants.
The ship sets sail this morning for one of the most famously beautiful passages in the world. Just beyond the deck rails, the gems of Alaska are laid open in a spellbinding vista, including rain forests, glaciers, fjords and white-capped peaks. Along the way it is common to view whales and sea lions at play along the coastlines as well as a near countless assortment of marine bird life. Overnight on board the ms Westerdam. Full board included.
Holland America Noordam
Named for the Northern compass point, Noordam features museum-quality art-from 19th oils to contemporary photographs of music greats Dizzy Gillespie and B.B. King. Guests onboard can enjoy cooking shows and hands-on workshops in partnership with America's Test Kitchen. Explore the world's wonders through BBC Earth Experiences. Take yoga or Pilates in our Fitness Center. Savor the sounds of Music Walk™ and the delights of our specialty resturants.
Today you cruise down the coast to arrive in the town of Ketchikan - the ancestral home of the Tlingit tribe. This community with strong ties to its aboriginal past is also the gateway into the Misty Fjords National Monument and its 8 900 km2 of pristine wilderness. Ketchikan also boasts the world’s largest collection of totem poles you can explore independently, or you may visit the Saxman Native Village, Totem Bight and Totem Heritage Center. Overnight on board the ms Westerdam. Full board included.
Holland America Noordam
Named for the Northern compass point, Noordam features museum-quality art-from 19th oils to contemporary photographs of music greats Dizzy Gillespie and B.B. King. Guests onboard can enjoy cooking shows and hands-on workshops in partnership with America's Test Kitchen. Explore the world's wonders through BBC Earth Experiences. Take yoga or Pilates in our Fitness Center. Savor the sounds of Music Walk™ and the delights of our specialty resturants.
Where the legacy of the tin pan prospector meets eco-adventure tourism of tomorrow would be a good way to describe the charms of Alaska’s capital city. Here the pioneering spirit lives on in an interesting mix of cosmopolitan chic and frontier ruggedness. There are many places to visit in port including Alaska State Museum and its exquisite collection of Russian Orthodox and Gold Rush relics, or take advantage of optional excursions offered by Holland America Line. Overnight on board the ms Westerdam. Full board included.
Holland America Noordam
Named for the Northern compass point, Noordam features museum-quality art-from 19th oils to contemporary photographs of music greats Dizzy Gillespie and B.B. King. Guests onboard can enjoy cooking shows and hands-on workshops in partnership with America's Test Kitchen. Explore the world's wonders through BBC Earth Experiences. Take yoga or Pilates in our Fitness Center. Savor the sounds of Music Walk™ and the delights of our specialty resturants.
Today we continue cruising and arrive at Skagway, an important outpost during the days of the Klondike. You may wonder along the wide sidewalks of Broadway Avenue and visit some of the vintage shops, small museums or enjoy a treat at one of the restaurants. You may wish to independently take the White Pass Summit Excursion, a rail adventure on the White Pass & Yukon Route railroad as it winds its way along narrow tracks through the mountain. Overnight on board the ms Westerdam. Full board included.
Holland America Noordam
Named for the Northern compass point, Noordam features museum-quality art-from 19th oils to contemporary photographs of music greats Dizzy Gillespie and B.B. King. Guests onboard can enjoy cooking shows and hands-on workshops in partnership with America's Test Kitchen. Explore the world's wonders through BBC Earth Experiences. Take yoga or Pilates in our Fitness Center. Savor the sounds of Music Walk™ and the delights of our specialty resturants.
Today a marvel at a natural show unlike any other. Massive chunks of ancient ice split with a thunderous crack off of the edge of the glacier, plunges into the bay and sending plumes of water metres into the air. This area of Glacier Bay National Parks boasts more active calving (splitting off) tidewater glaciers than anywhere in the world. Overnight on board the ms Westerdam. Full board included.
Holland America Westerdam
Recently updated with new bar, entertainment and dining venues, plus completely reimagined suites, Westerdam is a fascinating destination in her own right. On board, enjoy live entertainment with Music Walk™, including Lincoln Center Stage, B.B. King's Blues Club and Billboard Onboard. Learn culinary skills at a cooking show or hands-on workshop with America's Test Kitchen. Enrich your travel experience at the new Exploration Central atop the ship.
Take a day at sea to relax and enjoy the amenities of the ship. Recline on the deck and watch the horizon stretch out to infinity. Perhaps enjoy a movie in the onboard theatre, or inquire with the cruise director as to what activities are underway aboard ship. Overnight on board the ms Westerdam. Full board included.
Holland America Noordam
Named for the Northern compass point, Noordam features museum-quality art-from 19th oils to contemporary photographs of music greats Dizzy Gillespie and B.B. King. Guests onboard can enjoy cooking shows and hands-on workshops in partnership with America's Test Kitchen. Explore the world's wonders through BBC Earth Experiences. Take yoga or Pilates in our Fitness Center. Savor the sounds of Music Walk™ and the delights of our specialty resturants.
After breakfast, you check out, disembark the ship and depart on a 10:30 scheduled transfer to Denali, your knowledgeable driver-guide offering commentary along the route. Enjoy spectacular scenery as you travel the Seward Highway, a National Scenic Byway. Pass through the Kenai Mountains and Turnagain Pass before following along the picturesque Turnagain Arm. Arriving in Anchorage at 13:30, enjoy some free time to explore the town. Admission to the Anchorage Museum is included in your tour. At 15:00, depart Anchorage with a stopover Talkeetna, arriving at your Denali hotel in the evening. Overnight in Denali. Breakfast included.
Totem Inn
The Totem Inn is located 11 scenic miles North of the Denali Park entrance, at mile 248.7 Parks Hwy. This Inn is a second generation Alaskan owned and operated, full-service lodging facility.
Totem Inn offers deluxe rooms at reasonable prices. Restaurant is open from Noon to 9pm daily. The lounge is open from 4pm to midnight (or later). Check-in for rooms is at 3pm and check-out is at 11am.
Without a doubt this expansive parkland is one of the highlights of Alaska. In the morning we will go on a Denali wildlife tour as a park-operated shuttle bus takes us deep into one of the most scenic landscapes in North America. Weather permitting, you will see majestic Mount McKinley, 6193 meters high making it the highest mountain in the U.S.A. A variety of wildlife may be seen, such as wolves, dall sheep, moose, caribou and grizzly bears. Admire the expansive Wonder Lake, located in the centre of the park and renown for wildlife viewing opportunities. Overnight close to Denali National Park.
Totem Inn
The Totem Inn is located 11 scenic miles North of the Denali Park entrance, at mile 248.7 Parks Hwy. This Inn is a second generation Alaskan owned and operated, full-service lodging facility.
Totem Inn offers deluxe rooms at reasonable prices. Restaurant is open from Noon to 9pm daily. The lounge is open from 4pm to midnight (or later). Check-in for rooms is at 3pm and check-out is at 11am.
Today we get back on the George Parks Highway and make our first stop in Nenana to visit the Alaska Railroad Museum. In the afternoon, we arrive in the small city of Fairbanks. The remainder of the day is at leisure to independently visit the sights and places of interest around the city, located about 320 km south of the Arctic Circle. Perhaps visit the Alaska Dog Mushing Museum, or treat yourself to a local delicacy at one of the numerous restaurants, including the famous king crabs! Or perhaps take a sternwheeler cruise on the Chena River or watch the Crown of Light Show - a photo symphony highlighting the Aurora Borealis. For a taste of local theatre, you may wish to attend the Gold Rush Show at the Malemute Saloon (optional). Overnight in Fairbanks.
Bridgewater Hotel
Seasonal Hotel in downtown Fairbanks. Open mid-May through mid-September. This charming boutique-style hotel is ideally located in the heart of downtown Fairbanks overlooking the Chena River. With only 93 guest rooms the Bridgewater offers the warm, personal feel of a bed and breakfast. Excellent Breakfast Buffet available. Without a doubt, the best value for a clean, pleasant, relaxing hotel room in Fairbanks. The Bridgewater is the place to lodge while exploring Fairbanks. The staff will send you in the right direction. They are very helpful, friendly and welcoming. They are knowledgeable and will provide expert recommendations and personalized service.
After strolling through downtown Fairbanks in the morning, we depart Fairbanks on our way southbound as the route passes innumerable lakes and rivers in this beautiful landscape. Today we are going to see the Trans-Alaska Pipeline again, crossing the Tanana River right next to the
highway. In Delta Junction we join with the Alaska Highway and make a
stop for a visit the local visitor center. The journey continues via the Top of the World Highway, where we travel beyond the timberline into the land of tundra and cross the border at Little Gold Creek - the highest elevation between Canada and the U.S.A. Villages with strange sounding names like Chicken, Action Wade Camp dot the roadside. In the afternoon we will cross the Yukon River by ferry to reach Dawson City. Overnight accommodation in Dawson City.
Westmark Inn Dawson City
Unwind in Dawson City’s premier hotel, the Westmark Inn Dawson City offers travelers spacious and comfortable accommodations with warm northern hospitality in the middle of the Yukon Territory. Ranked #1 of all Dawson City hotels and winner of the 2012 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award, the Westmark Inn is situated in the heart of downtown and is open mid-May through mid-September. The hotel features 177 turn-of-the-century rooms, perfect for large or small parties.
People still dig for gold in this historical town located where the Klondike flows into the Yukon River. You may wish to try your luck panning for gold yourself. A visit to Bonanza Creek, the Jack London cabin, and the Midnight Dome, Dawson City’s very own mountain, are on the agenda, as is the remarkable Gold Diggers Museum. Perhaps take some time to stroll around town with its period buildings, some of them still original, some beautifully restored. The Palace Grand Theatre, offering musical entertainment and turn-ofthe- century style is another favorite of visitors. Conclude the day with a show at the famous Diamond Tooth Gerties Casino and Cancan. Overnight in Dawson City.
Westmark Inn Dawson City
Unwind in Dawson City’s premier hotel, the Westmark Inn Dawson City offers travelers spacious and comfortable accommodations with warm northern hospitality in the middle of the Yukon Territory. Ranked #1 of all Dawson City hotels and winner of the 2012 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award, the Westmark Inn is situated in the heart of downtown and is open mid-May through mid-September. The hotel features 177 turn-of-the-century rooms, perfect for large or small parties.
After getting up early we will drive up the Dempster Highway - the only connection to the remote town of Inuvik at the Polar Sea. We will marvel at the towering Tombstone Mountains before continuing on into the mountain range where every season has its own unique attraction. Overnight in Dawson City.
Westmark Inn Dawson City
Unwind in Dawson City’s premier hotel, the Westmark Inn Dawson City offers travelers spacious and comfortable accommodations with warm northern hospitality in the middle of the Yukon Territory. Ranked #1 of all Dawson City hotels and winner of the 2012 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award, the Westmark Inn is situated in the heart of downtown and is open mid-May through mid-September. The hotel features 177 turn-of-the-century rooms, perfect for large or small parties.
Today it is back to Whitehorse via the Klondike Highway. You will repeatedly see the mighty Yukon River, stretching over 3200 km making it one of the longest waterways in North America. We also stop at the infamous Five Finger Rapids – mighty, fast waters that posed a threat to many sternwheelers navigating the Yukon in the past. Old post offices, roadhouses and small villages are living echoes of the gold rush era from over 100 years ago. Overnight in Whitehorse.
Westmark Whitehorse Hotel & Conference Center
Located in the heart of downtown Whitehorse within blocks of the city’s best restaurants, nighttime hot spots and shopping, the Westmark Whitehorse Hotel & Conference Center is the Yukon’s largest lodging and conference center. With 181 guest rooms and suites, conference facilities, special-event catering and a restaurant on site, the Westmark Whitehorse Hotel is the ideal venue for small or large functions and business meetings and has amenities sure to please.
This morning you are transferred to Whitehorse Airport for your flight to Vancouver International Airport.
Tour Includes:
• 7 night / 8 day cruise from Vancouver to Seward, Alaska• Meals: Full board days 2 to 9 staring with dinner on Day 2 and ending withbreakfast on Day 9• Day trip to Denali National Park• Transfers - Seward cruise terminal to Denali hotel*; Whitehorse hotel toWhitehorse Airport• Admission to: ‘Diamond Tooth Gerties’ Casino and Gold Digger’s Museum,Dawson City; Anchorage Museum, Anchorage• Transportation by modern van or midsized coach (Days9 -16)• Experienced tour guide (Days 9 – 16)• Flight from Whitehorse to Vancouver• Moderate hotel accommodation• Baggage handling (1 piece per person)• All National Parks fees while in Alaska• Provincial Taxes and Federal GST
Optional activities may be booked on site with Holland America Line on boardor with the Ruby Range tour director during your Alaskan/Yukon guided tour.
HOLLAND AMERICA ACCOMMODATIONThe Holland America Noordam cruise ship featured in the Glaciers And GoldRush Bonanza programme offers 3 cabin types: inside cabin, outside cabinand balcony. The balcony and outside cabins have an either a window or sliding glass door. The inside cabin does not have a window.
All cabins feature:Two lower beds convertible to queen, approximately 16.25 sq metres, complimentary 24-hour room service, Dual voltage 110/220 AC, Fourpillows in every stateroom, complimentary use of bathrobes, 100% Egyptian cotton towels, bathroom accessories & hair dryer, complimentary beach towel service, plentiful storage space in your bathroom & wardrobe, laundry service*, 23” LCD-HD Interactive television system to view & select shore excursions, order room service & watch movies*, luggage delivery, individual safe, direct-dial telephone, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, mini-bar*.*at additional charge
In addition to these features, the individual categories feature:
Balcony• Balcony (3.9 sq metres). Please note: Inclusion of a balcony can varydepending on ship and location of cabin.• Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors• Sitting area, some with sofa bed
Outside Cabin• Window
BOOKING REQUIREMENTSFull legal names of all passengers travelling must be supplied at the time of booking and are required to receive confirmation of a cabin.Passengers must be a minimum of 21 years old or over to check-in to a cabinon their own.
