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Immerse yourself into the stunning Alaskan wilderness with this spectacular APT Alaskan Adventure tour. Board on the superb ms Westerdam cruise ship for a once in a lifetime experience through the breathtaking Inside passage and the open waters of the Gulf of Alaska. Discover some of the state’s hidden gems by visiting the salmon capital of the world – Ketchikan and Anchorage’s Wildlife Conservation Center to learn more about the fragile ecosystem. Explore Alaska’s capital Juneau and continue your journey on board the iconic McKinley Explorer to the majestic Denali National Park. Enjoy a wonderful Tundra Wilderness tour led by a local ranger.
Tundra Wilderness Tour
Join an expert ranger to explorer the wilderness of Denali National Park, learning about the important conservation work and getting the chance to spot moose, bear, caribou and wolves
Moose Encounter
Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center where you can have an up-close encounter, enjoying the chance to feed them.
McKinley Explorer
Ride the iconic McKinley Explorer train to Denali, taking in the breathtaking view through the glass-domed windows.
Day 1: Arrive Vancouver
Having made your way to Vancouver, you’ll be met at the airport for your transfer to the hotel
Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel
Day 2: Embark Cruise
This morning, transfer to your cruise ship. Once onboard, the rest of the day is at leisure to settle in and begin exploring the ship.
Breakfast & Dinner | Westerdam/Nieuw Amsterdam
Day 3: Inside Passage
You have a full day to explore the ship. Along the way, you may want to sit back and taking in the amazing views as the ship navigates the Inside Passage
Breakfast, lunch & dinner | Westerdam/Nieuw Amsterdam
Day 4: Ketchikan
Today the ship stops in Ketchikan, known for its scenery and rich Alaskan Native Cultures. Explore the town at your own leisure or join an optional walking tour to learn about the history of Tlingit culture (at own expense).
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | Westerdam/ Nieuw Amsterdam
Day 5: Juneau
Arrive into Alaska’s capital where you can explore the dramatic landscapes or perhaps peruse the rustic shops. There are a number of more adventurous activities such as dog-sledding and gold-panning that are available at an extra cost.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | Westerdam/ Nieuw Amsterdam
Day 6: Skagway
Today’s port is Skagway, which sits at the northernmost point of the Inside Passage. Known as the gateway to the Klondike, you can join an optional activity to learn more about gold prospecting (at an extra cost) or simply admire the stores and shops that capture the gold rush days.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | Westerdam/ Nieux Amsterdam
Day 7: Glacier Bay
Awake to views of the stunning Glacier Bay National Park, home to ice rivers and tranquil fjords. The ship will spend the day cruising through the park, while rangers will share insights to the region’s geological features and wildlife.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | Westerdam/ Nieux Amsterdam
Day 8: Day at Sea
Today, you’ll cruise north into the Gulf of Alaska, surrounded by vast open waters, pristine wilderness, and towering mountains. Your first stop is College Fjord, where massive glaciers, deep blue waters, and snow-dusted peaks create a stunning, almost surreal landscape.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | Westerdam/ Nieuw Amsterdam
Day 9: Disembark, Anchorage
The ship docks in Whittier, where you’ll disembark. From here, travel to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre, where you can feed the moose, and learn about their diet and behaviour. After, travel to Anchorage.
Breakfast | Sheraton Anchorage Hotel (or similar)
Day 10: Anchorage, Denali
Board the iconic McKinley Explorer train and travel through the Alaskan wilderness, enjoying 360° views and insights from a guide. Cross the Hurricane Gulch and pass through Board Pass, admiring the views of Denali before reaching your accommodation.
Breakfast & Dinner | Holland American Denali Lodge (or similar)
Day 11: Denali National Park
Begin the day with an adventure out in Denali National Park, where you’ll be joined by a local ranger. Spend some time looking for the wildlife and learning about conservation in the area. Then, return to the resort for a relaxing afternoon, either at the lodge or visiting Denali Square.
Breakfast | Holland America Lodge (or similar)
Day 12: Denali, Fairbanks
Depart Denali for Fairbanks, where you’ll enjoy a scenic sternwheeler cruise along the Chena River, taking in lush scenery and glimpses of local wildlife.
Breakfast, lunch & dinner | Westmark Fairbanks Hotel (or similar)
Day 13: Depart Fairbanks
Transfer to the airport for your onward journey
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