Explore and book Norwegian Cruise Line 9 Night Alaska on the Norwegian Sun departing from Seattle, Washington on Aug 12, 2024 and ending in Skagway, Alaska on Aug 21, 2024 Sail to Ketchikan, Alaska, Seattle, Washington, Juneau, Alaska, Victoria, British Columbia, Glacier Bay, Alaska, Sitka, Alaska, Icy Strait, Alaska, Skagway, Alaska

Seattle, Washington

Space Needle
Pikes Place
Pioneer Square
Boeing's Future of Flight Aviation Center
Hiram Chittenden Locks
International District

Icy Strait, Alaska

 Nestled in the heart of the Alaskan wilderness, Icy Strait offers a unique cruise destination for nature enthusiasts. With towering mountains, pristine waters, and a chance to witness the untamed beauty of the Last Frontier, this remote spot is a nature lover's paradise. From whale watching to exploring lush rainforests, the experiences here are as unspoiled as the landscape. Plus, the cooler climate provides a refreshing escape during the summer months. If you're seeking a serene and wild Alaskan adventure, Icy Strait is your ideal cruise destination.

Sitka, Alaska

Perched on Baranof Island, Sitka is a blend of Tlingit culture and Russian heritage. With its raptor centers, totem poles, and surrounding temperate rainforest, it’s an Alaskan destination filled with both history and nature.

Skagway, Alaska

Explore Downtown Skagway
Get Out on the Takshanuk Mountain Trail
Ride the White Pass Rail
Visit the Skagway Cemetery
Check Out the Sawyer Glacier
Hike the Chilkoot Trail
Climb Klondike Rock
Get Wild on a Helicopter and Dogsledding Tour
Go Ziplining in Grizzly Falls

Glacier Bay, Alaska

Icy Strait Premier Whale Watching Adventure
Icy Strait Tlingit Canoe and Culture Tour
Sitka Marine Wildlife Boat & Cultural Land Tour Combo
Sitka Marine Wildlife Exploration by Boat
Sitka Marine Wildlife Exploration Private Charter

Juneau, Alaska

As Alaska's capital, Juneau presents a captivating blend of urban and wilderness experiences. From the Mendenhall Glacier and Gold Rush history to local seafood delicacies, Juneau promises an authentic Alaskan experience.

Ketchikan, Alaska

Canopy Adventure & Wildlife Expedition
Bering Sea Crab Fisherman’s Tour
Adventure Kart Expedition
Tracy Arm Fjord & Glacier Explorer
Exclusive Flightseeing & Crab Feed
Neet’s Bay Bear Watch Expedition
Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show

Victoria, British Columbia

A perfect blend of British charm and Canadian spirit, Victoria welcomes visitors with historic architecture, lush gardens, and a picturesque harbor. The famed Butchart Gardens are a must-visit for nature enthusiasts.

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Satisfy your cravings with casual dining options that cater to every taste. Whether you're in the mood for grilled burgers or hot dogs, you can enjoy a relaxed meal anytime, dressed just as you are.

Topsiders Bar & Grill

Sports Bar offers classic pub fare in a relaxed atmosphere. With popular dishes like the Reuben Sandwich and Fish n' Chips, The Local has all your favourite comfort foods. So try one of our beers or cocktails on tap and catch a game with us!

Sports Bar

Nestled in the vibrant heart of the Atrium, this cafe and bar is the go-to place for early birds and night owls alike. Enjoy expertly crafted coffees, espressos, and cappuccinos, or indulge in a selection of freshly baked cookies, cakes, and pastries from The Bake Shop.

Atrium Café & Bar

Step into Bliss, the ultimate clubbing experience at sea. From the moment you enter through the lit tunnel to the vibrant beats at the illuminated bar, every night is an electrifying adventure here. It's where the party atmosphere truly comes alive.

Bliss Ultra Lounge

After you shoot hoops, play tennis, or work up a sweat in the fitness centre, head over to Champs, a full bar, and just chill.

Champs Bar

Welcome! Try your hand at Roulette, Blackjack and Craps.

Sun Casino Bar

Transforming from a scenic viewing spot by day to a vibrant dance floor by night, the Spinnaker Lounge is the cruise's premier party venue. It features panoramic views that add a dramatic backdrop to the lively music and dance events, making it ideal for both parties and informal gatherings.

Spinnaker Lounge

Known for a premium selection of champagne and vodka, caviar, paté, and foie gras. The cool sophistication and charm of this establishment makes it an ideal venue for an intimate cocktail party or reception.

The Champagne Bar

Sip classic martinis in an intimate setting at the Windjammer Bar, where live piano music sets the tone for a sophisticated evening. Ideal for winding down or a pre-dinner drink, this spot offers nightly entertainment in a relaxed, upscale atmosphere. 

Windjammer Bar

Enjoy a delicious variety of handcrafted margaritas at Los Lobos Cantina. Then dine on traditional favorites including tacos and enchiladas or try one of our house specialties like carne asada.

Los Lobos Cantina

Experience the flavors of Brazil at Moderno Churrascaria, an authentic Brazilian steakhouse. Begin with a visit to the impressive salad bar, but save room for the slow-roasted meats, expertly carved at your table by Passadores. It's a meat lover's paradise where the traditional churrascaria experience comes to life.

Moderno Churrascaria

Cagney's Steakhouse sets the standard for premium cuts, serving Certified Angus Beef® in the classic American steakhouse tradition. Accompanied by favorite cocktails and the must-try Parmesan dusted truffle fries, it's a dining experience that promises indulgence and satisfaction for steak lovers.

Cagney's Steakhouse

Amid the hustle and bustle of the Atrium, enjoy something sweet. This morning and late-night favourite coffee bar features Starbucks's products, cupcakes, macaroons and more.

Atrium Cafe/Bake Shop

One of our two Main Restaurants serving a variety of culinary delights with a contemporary flair.

Four Seasons

Indulge in round-the-clock dining delights at the Garden Cafe, offering complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a cozy indoor setting.


Garden Cafe

Get your daily dose of fresh ocean air along with a great view of the Aqua Park as you dine on dishes from around the world. Enjoy the delicious buffet for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Great Outdoors

Buona Sera! Enjoy the finest ingredients at our vibrant Italian ristorante. Dine on classics like Spaghetti Carbonara or Veal Scaloppini with Marsala sauce. Then indulge with a rich homemade Tiramisu. Your good evening just got better

La Cucina

Stunning in design with ocean views, this Main Restaurant offers traditional cuisine to please every palate.

Seven Seas

Romance is in the air at our signature French restaurant. Elegant interiors, crisp white linens and attentive servers make this an intimate dining experience. By the end of your meal, you might just be proclaiming c'est magnifique!

Le Bistro

Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with a modern twist at Los Lobos. From savory Carne Asada to indulgent Tres Leches Cake, our premium Mexican restaurant promises an unforgettable culinary journey celebrating traditional dishes with innovative twists.

Los Lobos

The sizzles and surprises never cease at our authentic Japanese restaurant. Sit around a lively shared table as a skillful chef slices, chops and grills steak, chicken and seafood on a large steel grill right before your eyes.

Teppanyaki

In the mood for sushi? Take a seat at this contemporary sushi bar for some traditional Japanese culinary bites.

Sushi

Splash Academy offers kids ages 3-12 the chance to be kids at their best with a complimentary youth program focused on age-appropriate creative play, sports, and more. Activities range from scavenger hunts to pizza-making, ensuring fun and engaging experiences for every child onboard.

Splash Academy

The Entourage Teen Club is the ultimate hangout spot for teens onboard. It boasts a vibrant dance floor, a bar setup (non-alcoholic), video games, a jukebox, table football, and air hockey. It's a space designed for fun, socializing, and entertainment, tailored specifically for teenage guests.

Entourage Teen Club

Stop by the video arcade and capture a few aliens, win a car race, play pinball and fly a jet fighter.

Video Zone

This relaxing Swedish massage uses techniques that will smooth away stress and tension.

Swedish Massage - 50 minutes

Enjoy this deeply relaxing Swedish massage for a full 75 minutes.

Swedish Massage - 75 minutes

Let the expert personal trainers tailor a nutrition and exercise regimen just for you after a comprehensive Body Composition Analysis, ensuring you reach your desired results effectively.


Personal Training

Indulge in this detoxifying wrap and massage to reduce fluid retention and cellulite and replenish your body's systems with vital trace elements. This treatment concludes with a full body massage.

Aroma Spa Seaweed Massage - 75 minutes

Aroma Spa Seaweed Massage - 100 minutes

Heated Basalt Stones are applied to key points of the body, while your therapist massages your body with warmed, fragrant aromatherapy oils.

Aroma Stone Therapy - 50 minutes

Aroma Stone Therapy - 75 minutes

Imagine warm bamboo shoots of various sizes soaked in essential oil rolling, sliding and massaging your muscles into pure bliss. Getting into the belly of the muscle, this deeper tissue massage targets specific areas, releasing the build-up of tightness using sliding and rolling techniques across the body, hands and feet, kneading away soreness to your specified level of pressure.

Bamboo Massage - 50 minutes

The 75-minute Bamboo Massage is an exotic retreat into relaxation. Warm bamboo sticks, infused with essential oil, are used to roll and massage the muscles. This technique reaches deep tissue layers, targeting tight areas and providing a unique, soothing experience that relieves muscle soreness with a customized level of pressure.

Bamboo Massage - 75 minutes

Our fitness professionals will determine your body fat percentage, metabolic rate and water retention level and then compare the results to the percentage recommended for you.

Body Composition Analysis

You and your favourite person can enjoy a gorgeously relaxing full body Deep Tissue Muscle Massage as you lie side by side. The listed price is per couple.

Couples Deep Tissue Muscle Massage

Condition your skin and condition your muscles with this all-embracing hands-on experience. Includes a ELEMIS hands-on TOUCH facial with your choice of a Deep Tissue Muscle Massage or an Aroma Stone Therapy.

Couture Touch Face and Body Treatment - 100 minutes

Couture Touch Face and Body Treatment - 50 minutes

Using muscle-melting warmed oils and deep pressure massage movements, we massage deep into the belly of the muscle, erasing stress, tension and lactic acid build up.

Deep Tissue Muscle Massage - 50 minutes

Experience the age-defying benefits of marine-charged Padina Pavonica whilst targeted massage encourages optimum cellular function.

ELEMIS Dynamic Resurfacing Precision Peel

Deep Tissue Muscle Massage - 75 minutes

Beautify your nails with this invigorating manicure that will warm your spirit and cool your stress.

Fire and Ice Manicure

A quick, clean, silky shave for the man who wants to be smooth!

Express Shave

Brighten your smile with the GO SMILE™ Teeth Whitening Treatment. Available at the spa, this advanced treatment offers a quick, effective way to enhance the whiteness of your teeth, leaving you ready to show off your radiant smile.

GO SMILE™ Teeth Whitening Treatment

The extraordinary cleansing power of salt goes to work releasing toxins in this body polishing treatment. Choose from Frangipani Monoi Salt Scrub or Lime and Ginger Salt Glow with a 25 minute massage.

Intensely Cleansing Salt Scrub - 50 minutes

The extraordinary cleansing power of salt goes to work releasing toxins in this body polishing treatment. Choose from Frangipani Monoi Salt Scrub or Lime and Ginger Salt Glow with a 50 minute massage.

Intensely Cleansing Salt Scrub - 75 minutes

Achieve a firmer, more toned skin and reduce the appearance of cellulite with this effective Parisian treatment. Promising substantial inch loss in just one session, it's a must-try for those seeking visible body contouring results.

Ionithermie Cellulite Reduction Treatment

Optimize your health with personalized diet and exercise advice from the fitness professionals.

Nutritional Consultation

Experience the ultimate relaxation with the herbal poultice massage, designed to soothe muscles and melt away tension with aromatic scents and targeted pressure points.


Thai Herbal Poultice Massage

Discover the secret to youthful radiance with an anti-aging facial, featuring exotic ingredients and an age-defying peel-off mask, leaving your skin visibly nourished, firmer, and rejuvenated.





Pro-Collagen Age Defy

The Norwegian Sun shines bright in the cruising world, offering an intimate yet lively atmosphere that's perfect for travelers seeking a blend of excitement and relaxation. With its recent refurbishments, guests can indulge in modernized staterooms and enhanced public areas, ensuring a comfortable voyage. The ship stands out with its impressive array of dining choices, including specialty options like the Brazilian steakhouse. Coupled with its diverse entertainment line-up, from comedy shows to dance parties under the stars, the Norwegian Sun promises an unforgettable journey on the high seas.

For that double, vanilla, soy, extra hot latte with extra foam, the Java Café is at your service with a wide variety of specialty coffees, teas, pastries and cookies.

The electrifying aura of this hip, high-energy ultra lounge literally surrounds you. High-voltage tunes make everyone want to get their groove on and custom loungers are the perfect spot to cap off the evening with a cocktail.

Enjoy casual dining to suit every taste. From grilled burgers to English-style fish and chips, come as you are and eat as you like after a night out or before your day begins.

Be entertained by our nightly shows or get on the dance floor at this hot spot.

This quiet little piano bar is known for its martinis and first-class entertainment nightly.

A full bar and grill in close proximity to an ample sunning area and hot tubs. Think of it as a total resort experience.

Enjoy casual dining to suit every taste. From grilled burgers to hot dogs, come as you are and eat as you like after a night out or before your day begins.

Looking for a unique experience? Our authentic Brazilian churrascaria is a must. Start with an impressive 43-item salad bar, but save plenty of room for 12 slow-roasted meats carved tableside by our Passadores.

Premium cuts are the standard at our American steakhouse serving Certified Angus Beef®. Sip your favourite cocktail and don't forget to order our made-from-scratch jumbo lump crab cakes and our famous Parmesan dusted truffle fries.

Whatever you’re craving, chances are you will find it at the Garden Café. This complimentary, indoor buffet restaurant serves up breakfast, lunch and dinner

Come as you are, even in your swimsuit, to this casual, buffet bar serving grilled favorites like burgers, hot dogs and great ocean views.

Buona Sera! Enjoy the finest ingredients at our vibrant Italian ristorante. Dine on classics like Spaghetti Carbonara or Veal Scaloppini with Marsala sauce. Then indulge with a rich homemade Tiramisu. Your good evening just got better.

Bienvenido a Los Lobos, a premium Mexican restaurant celebrating traditional flavours with a modern twist. From Carne Asada marinated in guajillo chiles and tequila, to Tres Leches Cake with Coconut Cream, the chefs at Los Lobos focus on unique flavour combinations.

Get into the zone of fun because Splash Academy is just for kids! With interactive games, an arts and crafts area and creative theme nights kids can do what they do best - be a kid!

A hip place for teens to hang out, complete with dance floor, bar, video, jukebox, table football and air hockey.

Stop by the video arcade and capture a few aliens, win a car race, play pinball and fly a jet fighter. Anything is possible at Video Zone.

After conducting a Body Composition Analysis, our personal trainers will design a nutrition and exercise plan that will help you achieve the results you've always wanted.

Are you ready to smile? Then try our advanced tooth-whitening treatment available at the spa.

Reduce the appearance of cellulite and firm and tone the skin with this Parisian treatment that offers substantial inch loss in just one session.

If you are ready to enhance your well-being with a sensible diet and exercise programme, our fitness professionals can provide you with the in-depth information you need to get you started.

This energizing, rhythmic massage utilise scented herbal poultices, heated and applied to the body at pressure points to relax the muscles and release tension.

This anti-aging facial combines the benefits of exotic ingredients to plump out fine lines and reduce skin-fatigue - helping relax wrinkles, while an age-defying peel-off mask encourages the highest cellular function, visibly improving firmness and elasticity for beautifully nourished, younger looking skin.

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Norwegian Sun

You'll be escorted to the tender dock to board your whale boat for this 2 1/2 hour tour. Your journey will take you to Point Adolphus, one of Alaska's premier humpback whale watching destinations. You'll travel through waters that support a wide array of marine life including orca, Steller's sea lions, seal, Dall's porpoise and of course the magnificent humpback whale. Along the shore keep your eyes peeled for bald eagles in the evergreen treetops.  Your onboard naturalist will describe the biology and behavior of the diverse species that gather here every summer to indulge in the nutrient-rich waters, fueled by the long Alaska summer days. 100% guaranteed whales! The whale population at Point Adolphus is so plentiful that if a whale is not spotted on this tour you will receive 100% of your money back.

Your guide will meet you at the Fish House Excursion Lounge to escort you to the staging area for an orientation and safety instruction. The protected waters of Port Frederick are yours to explore as you set off from the beach at Icy Strait Point in your two person wilderness sea kayak.

This sightseeing cruise features guaranteed whale watching! Following a short motorcoach ride to scenic Auke Bay, you’ll board a water jet powered catamaran specially designed for wildlife viewing. Relax in the warm, comfortable, spacious main cabin, surrounded by large windows as your experienced Captain guides you through the island studded waters of Stephens Passage. Against a majestic backdrop of snow-capped peaks and glaciers, the onboard naturalist will explain the behavior and habitat of wildlife you may encounter, including humpback and killer whales, Steller sea lions, Dall’s porpoise, harbor seals, bald eagles, bears and deer.

Experience Alaska’s premier attractions glaciers and wildlife, from two very different vantage points, by land and by sea. A narrated motorcoach ride takes you to view and photograph the famous Mendenhall Glacier. At the Visitor Center you’ll have the opportunity to talk with Forest Service interpreters, and through interactive exhibits, learn about the awesome force of glacial ice. Back aboard the motorcoach you’ll take the scenic route through the Mendenhall Valley. At Auke Bay you’ll board a water jet powered catamaran specially designed for wildlife viewing. Relax in the warm, comfortable, spacious main cabin, surrounded by large windows as your experienced Captain guides you through the island studded waters of Stephens Passage.

Explore Misty Fjords, one of nature’s most spectacular creations while cruising in luxury aboard one of the fastest sightseeing vessels in Alaska. The adventure begins as you leave Ketchikan’s picturesque harbor, passing by colorful fishing boats and floatplanes, in route to a wilderness experience you’ll never forget. Enjoy first class service and an informative naturalist’s presentation and watch for wildlife as you ‘fly’ at sea level past the rugged coastlines bordering Revillagigedo Channel. Enter the Behm Canal, surrounded by the pristine beauty of Misty Fjords. Stop to view a bald eagle’s nest and a Tlingit pictograph. Admire New Eddystone Rock, an immense volcanic spire rising from the sea.

Become absorbed in the rich culture of Southeast Alaska’s Native Americans and witness a rip roaring lumberjack competition on this comprehensive tour of Ketchikan. Your first stop will be a visit to Saxman Native Village. For generations, Tlingit villages have maintained a tradition of welcoming visitors in regal style In this Native community, tribal elders and others have worked hard to pass on many of the traditions that have long defined their culture. A short video program will introduce you to their culture and history, then enter the Beaver Clan House where you'll be welcomed by song and dance. Visitors are encouraged to participate in the final dance before moving onto the Saxman Totem Park, one of the largest gatherings of totem poles in the world.

Join a Tlingit guide for an enlightening walk through Ketchikan, during which you will hear about the city’s history and how the indigenous people have adapted to the changes. The guide will explain the meaning of the many totem poles scattered about town. Some totems tell legends while others trace family histories or commemorate the lives of elders. As you meander along the wooden boardwalks of Creek Street, the former red-light district, the guide will explain why the street was constructed over water and how it developed. You will also walk Married Man’s Trail, a spur off Creek Street that was once an escape route used by men that couldn’t afford to be caught in the brothels. You will then see a spawning ground for salmon as they head up the rapids of Ketchikan Creek. A tram will bring you to the Tlingit-owned hotel Cape Fox Lodge, where you will sample a selection of tribal dishes.

Enjoy a 360° view of Seattle from the top of the Space Needle and see the city’s artistic side at Chihuly Garden and Glass. Built for the 1962 World’s Fair to symbolize humanity’s Space Age aspirations, the saucer-shaped Space Needle soars above the city. Its observation tower offers sweeping views of Seattle’s urban sprawl, Mount Rainer, Puget Sound and the Cascades and Olympic mountain ranges. You can also look straight down to the ground 500 feet below by standing on the tower’s rotating glass floor, the only one in the world. Chihuly Garden and Glass lies at the foot of the Space Needle. As you stroll through its indoor and outdoor galleries, you will behold a collection of artist Dale Chihuly’s visually stunning blown-glass artwork. Highlights include a massive suspended glass sculpture, thousands of colorful glass flowers and plants, and all sorts of whimsical pieces that showcase the artist’s prodigious talents.

Sample a selection of wines at two celebrated wineries around Woodinville, an idyllic river valley setting on the outskirts of Seattle. You will first stop at Chateau Ste. Michelle, a winery established more than 50 years ago on the early 20th-century estate of a lumber baron. It eventually branched into two wineries—one for reds, the other for whites, which you will visit. Following an enlightening tour of the vineyards, you will taste several wines that may include a Chardonnay with ripe pineapple and butterscotch flavors and perhaps a Sauvignon Blanc that offers the bright fruit character of melons. The second winery will be chosen the day of the excursion from the hundreds in the Columbia Valley wine country. As the valley encompasses more than a third of the state, the terroir varies considerably from winery to winery. Even so, the Merlots are typically redolent of flavors such as sweet cherries, raspberries and chocolate.

Enjoy a cruise that guarantees wildlife viewing and offers you the opportunity to observe sea otters, whales, sea lions, porpoise, harbor seals, brown bears, black tail deer, bald eagles and a variety of marine birds. An onboard naturalist will explain the workings of this remarkable ecosystem. You’ll also learn about the sea otters' recovery, following their near-extinction at the hands of Russian fur hunters in the early 1800s.

At the White Pass & Yukon Route Depot, board a vintage railcar for a ride up the White Pass Summit. View at the incredible scenery as your train ascends dramatic mountains and your guide shares colorful stories and the history of the gold rush. Marvel at the waterfalls, tunnels and historic sites you pass on your journey to the summit of the White Pass and beyond.

If you want to really experience Skagway, this tour will show you the best Skagway has to offer. Ascend the beautiful mountains on the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad. From your antique narrow-gauge car view incredible scenery, as your tour guide shares stories and the history of the Klondike Gold Rush. In Fraser, British Columbia you’ll board a deluxe motorcoach to travel the spectacular Klondike Highway taking in the sights of Tormented Valley and Pitchfork Falls. At the foot of the pass, nestled next to a waterfall, rests Liarsville Gold Rush Trail Camp and Salmon Bake. Here a cast of sourdoughs and dance hall girls will entertain you with a hilarious melodrama and a poem. You’ll be set free in the Liarsville gold fields, where you are guaranteed to find the precious metal that drove people wild with Gold Fever!

**Best Value** No trip to Alaska is complete without a ride on the White Pass & Yukon Route narrow gauge railroad. Take the unforgettable journey aboard the "Scenic Railway of the World" and travel from tidewater to the summit of White Pass, a 2,865 foot elevation. Ride 40 miles round-trip in vintage rail cars as you retrace the original route to White Pass Summit passing Bridal Veil Falls, Inspiration Point and Dead Horse Gulch. This fully narrated tour features panoramic views of mountains, gorges, waterfalls, tunnels, trestles and historic sites. See the original Klondike Trail of '98 worn into the rocks, a tribute to the thousands that took this route to seek their fortune. The narrow gauge railroad is a designated International Historic Civil Engineering Landmark, shared with the Eiffel Tower and the Statue of Liberty.

Delve into Skagway’s wild-and-woolly past by hearing tales of the early settlers and discussing the town’s raucous, free-wheeling history over a few beers. While driving through Skagway, you can expect to see historical buildings such as the driftwood-adorned Arctic Brotherhood Hall and the notorious Red Onion Saloon, which was a brothel during the gold rush. Six blocks in downtown Skagway are designated a National Historic District, where you can find the homes and businesses of some of the earliest locals, whose reputations have long outlived them. Most of these characters are buried in the Gold Rush Cemetery. While stopping there, you will see the final resting place of con man Soapy Smith who died in a shootout in 1898 and the grave of huckster Martin Itjen, who caused a stir by chaining the world’s largest gold nugget to a tree. Afterwards, you can discuss what you’ve seen while sampling a selection of local beers at a microbrewery.

Combine your helicopter flightseeing tour with Alaska’s favorite sport, dog sledding. A short drive brings you to the heliport where following a safety video, you’ll be outfitted with boots and vests and ready to to start your adventure. Once airborne you’ll soar over stunning glaciers and snow fields before landing at the Dog Camp on Denver Glacier.

Start your tour in Skagway’s historic downtown area as your guide points out places of interest and regales you with tales of the famous and foolhardy. Wind through streets lined with wooden boardwalks and false fronted buildings en route to Scenic Overlook, Gold Rush Cemetery and Liarsville. Enjoy a dining experience you'll never forget at the Liarsville Gold Rush Trail Camp. Your meal is prepared over an open wood fire using recipes from 1898. Sit down for freshly grilled filet of wild Alaskan salmon, baked chicken, rice pilaf, a variety of salads, baked beans, cornbread, coffee, lemonade and dessert.

Enjoy the highlights of Victoria and visit the spectacular Butchart Gardens. Departing Ogden Point your guide will point out the highlights including the majestic legislative buildings, Empress Hotel, Royal British Columbia Museum, Beacon Hill Park and the exclusive residential districts of the Uplands and Oak Bay with their manicured grounds and gardens, Bastion Square, and Chinatown (the oldest in Canada) including the "Gates of Harmonious Interest".

This tour provides you an in-depth look into some of the best sights that Victoria has to offer, plus visit the world-famous Butchart Gardens. Your tour sets out through James Bay through the city's beautiful Beacon Hill Park, home of the world's tallest freestanding totem pole, then a fully narrated tour to the world famous Butchart Gardens. A National Historic Site and spread over 55 acres, there are walking trails that connect lavish floral gardens, cascading fountains, ponds and rock gardens. Here, amidst an enchanting floral aroma, you can enjoy a 2- hour self-guided tour through many themed gardens, including The Rose Garden, The Japanese Garden, The Italian Garden and Butchart’s famous Sunken Garden.

Victoria is the gateway to Puget Sound, the Gulf Islands and San Juan Islands and is home to three resident orca pods, transient orcas, humpback whales, Minke and gray whales, as well as a variety of other marine life. You'll have an opportunity to view porpoises, Pacific dolphins, sea otters, Steller and California sea lions and more. This tour is designed to showcase to you as much wildlife as possible, as they explore their natural feeding grounds along the shores of British Columbia's rugged coastline.

Experience an exhilarating eco-rainforest adventure featuring 7 zip lines, 10 tree platforms, and two rappelling elements. Your adventure begins with an 8-mile coastal drive from Ketchikan to the Herring Cove rainforest reserve. Enjoy the ride up the steep hillside in a 4x4 Unimog to the outfitting shelter. After being outfitted in safety equipment, you'll hike uphill and learn the basics of zip lining before venturing onto the system of dual cable zip lines. Soon you’ll be flying from tree to tree and soaking in the forest views on the way. After soaring across the canopy and rappelling to the forest floor you will reboard the Unimog and return to base camp where you'll receive a medal in recognition of your achievement. Time permitting you are invited to tour the historic Fleenor Sawmill, observe a Master Native Totem Carver at work before exploring a garden of completed totem poles and visit the Alaska Raptor Center's Ketchikan exhibit to see their amazing birds of prey up close. Complimentary snack and beverage provided before returning to your ship.

Join an adventure of a lifetime aboard the Aleutian Ballad, as seen on Discovery Channel’s - The Deadliest Catch. Your experience begins with a short walk along the fishing pier of Ketchikan, a historic fishing port and the gateway to Alaska. On board you’ll find comfortable, heated theater style seating and modern amenities. As you head out on the calm waters of the Inside Passage, your seasoned crew will begin fishing and you’ll be up close to all the action! Crabs, octopus, eels, sharks, rockfish and prawns are all a possibility, as the crew demonstrates their expertise.

A rainforest walk with a twist, your adventure starts aboard a motorized inflatable Seahawk, for the short but exciting cruise along the coast of Clover Passage. Along the way, you may have the opportunity to observe whales, Steller sea lions, harbor seals, bald eagles and migrating seabirds. Landing at a secluded beach, you’ll follow your guide through the ancient Tongass National Forest, home to a diverse cross section of animals including bears, eagles, wolves and trumpeter swans.

After departing from the pier, you will enjoy a brief but scenic drive up the coast to Totem Bight State Historical Park, where you will become immersed in the culture of the Tlingit and Haida Indians of Southeast Alaska. Starting in the 1940s, they constructed a model village here in the rainforest to accurately present their customs and family life to visitors.

Your adventure begins with a scenic motorcoach tour to a secluded mountain lake, where you'll board an Indian-style 37 foot, 20 passenger canoes which are fast, stable and easy to maneuver. Paddle under the direction of an experienced guide, scan the shore for wildlife and learn the unique natural and Indian history of the Ketchikan area.

Drive a four-wheel drive automatic Jeep Wrangler along mountainous roads through Tongass National Forest. The safari travels from sea level to the sub-alpine region of this unique coastal island. Learn about the area's natural history as you drive abandoned logging roads. Along the way, you’ll make a stop to take advantage of photo opportunities and to rotate drivers so everyone has a turn at the wheel.

Juneau is a spectacular place of diverse, natural habitats from valley glaciers, to temperate forests and natural fjords. Traveling in a small group, this exploratory journey introduces you to this pristine wilderness with a certified Naturalist Guide as your leader. Whale sightings are guaranteed on this small group outing combining a marine exploration with a gentle hike on a secluded rainforest trail.

Capture everything from glaciers to whales on this excursion that features a professional photography guide. Travel with a small intimate group in a media-equipped shuttle bus and aboard a customized safari boat as your guide provides expert interpretation while also sharing tips and techniques to enhance the quality of your images. Enjoy a professional instructional slide show in the vehicle en route to the Mendenhall Glacier.

The grandeur of Alaska’s epic glaciers will thrill and delight you on Juneau’s only five glacier flightseeing tour. This is a must do Alaskan experience, seeing glaciers from the air on an authentic Alaskan bush plane. Your seaplane exploration begins as your aircraft gently takes off from the historic downtown waterfront carrying you over Juneau’s mining past.

Catch gold fever on this panning adventure where gold is guaranteed! You’ll walk in the footsteps of Joe Juneau whose strike at Gold Creek set off the Alaska gold rush 130 years ago. Your prospector guide will provide a short city tour and lively narration with tall tales of the gold rush era en route to Gold Creek, the original spot where gold was discovered.

Ride through the wilderness on the outskirts of Juneau in a Jeep with a retractable top that will offer unobstructed views of the extraordinary natural beauty. Along the way, you can relive the gold rush by panning for gold in the creek where prospector Joe Juneau struck it rich in 1880. Or you might opt to simply enjoy the serenity at the picturesque waterfall just a short walk away. A leisurely hike along Steep Creek Bear Trail will take you to Mendenhall Glacier, one of North America’s most accessible glaciers. As a bonus, you may observe bears in the forest. The views from Eagle Beach will be more sweeping, as this secluded stretch of sand is a great spot to view the majestic Chilkat Mountains. The National Shrine of St. Thérèse is one of the few buildings in this coastal wonderland and will be well worth the visit. The shrine’s cobblestone exterior is particularly memorable.

Your kayak adventure along Juneau's coast begins with a short drive by bus to North Douglas Island, where you’ll enjoy scenic views of the Mendenhall Glacier. Here, your guide will hand out life jackets and rain gear before teaching you paddling techniques. Board the two-person kayaks, with your travel companion or assigned partner for your breathtaking trip, which will give you a sense of how Aleut Indians traveled the coastal waterways.

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