Alaska Discovery Land & Cruise
featuring a 7-night Southbound Cruise aboard the Coral or Diamond Princess
£294914 Days • 4-17 September
21 Meals • 7 Breakfasts • 6 Lunches • 8 Dinners
Highlights include • Fairbanks • Stern Wheeler, Discovery • Denali National Park • Music of Denali Dinner Theater • McKinley • McKinley Express Rail • Whittier • Hubbard Glacier • Glacier Bay • Skagway • Juneau • Ketchikan • Inside Passage
Day 1: Tuesday, 4 September
Fairbanks, Alaska – Tour Begins Your tour begins in Fairbanks, in the great state of Alaska. What better way to explore such a vast and undisturbed region than with a Collette vacation that combines the best of both land and sea on an unforgettable 7-night Princess cruise!
Day 2: Wednesday, 5 September
Fairbanks – Denali National Park Step aboard an amazing cruise on the popular Stern Wheeler, Discovery, an unforgettable journey showcasing Alaska’s diverse culture and rich history. Depart Fairbanks for a scenic motorcoach ride to Denali National Park. The remainder of your day is at your leisure.
Day 3: Thursday, 6 September
Denali National Park This morning, join a park expert and embark on a natural history tour into Denali National Park. This tour teaches you about the six million acres that make up this pristine wilderness. The scenery alone is worth the trip, but you may be lucky enough to view some wildlife as well! Tonight, enjoy an entertaining evening at the Music of Denali Dinner Theater which tells the story of the first ascent of Mount McKinley. Today dinner will be included.
Day 4: Friday, 7 September
Denali – McKinley Your day begins with a scenic motorcoach ride to McKinley. From the moment you arrive at Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge, you’ll know you are somewhere special. This comfy Alaskan lodge invites the ultimate experience, overlooking Mt. McKinley and the Alaskan Range with one of the most inspirational views of the mountain found anywhere. There will be plenty of time to explore the area, take a shuttle to Talkeetna or enjoy a host of recreational activities.
Day 5: Saturday, 8 September
McKinley Express Rail – Whittier – Board Cruise Ship Transfer to the rail station and ride the McKinley Express direct to Whittier for an unforgettable journey. As you relax in the domed car, the views are so spectacular that you feel as though you can touch the sky. Be on the lookout for bald eagles, bears, whales, and more! Once in Whittier, embark the ship to begin your 7-night cruise aboard the Coral or Diamond Princess, a fabulous floating resort designed to make your stay onboard truly memorable. You will be dazzled by the entertainment in the state-of-the-art lounges and a myriad of dining options. While on board, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and nightly entertainment are included. Today dinner will be included.
Day 6: Sunday, 9 September
Cruising – Hubbard Glacier Your ship cruises past the mammoth Hubbard Glacier, one of Alaska’s advancing glaciers. Your day is filled with amazing natural sights as you linger along its shimmering five-mile long face. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.
Day 7: Monday, 10 September
Cruising – Glacier Bay Cruise through Glacier Bay, a spectacular national park and preserve that is a treasure trove of tidewater glaciers and scenic coastal islands. Its rich world of marine life and large concentration of tidewater glaciers is Alaska at its best. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.
Day 8: Tuesday, 11 September
Cruising – Skagway Relive Alaska's Gold Rush days in this “Gateway to the Klondike” and home of the famed Chilkoot Trail. In historic Skagway, Alaska’s past lives on in a spectacular natural setting and cries of “gold in the Yukon!” can still be heard. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.
Day 9: Wednesday, 12 September
Cruising – Juneau From massive scenic mountains to historic buildings, explore Juneau, Alaska’s gorgeous capital city with something for everyone. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.
Day 10: Thursday, 13 September
Cruising – Ketchikan Your port of call today is Ketchikan, known as the “Salmon Capital of the World” and the “City of Totems.” Located on the tranquil Revillagigedo Island, Ketchikan is home to the world’s largest collection of totem poles. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.
Day 11: Friday, 14 September
Cruising – Inside Passage A wonderful day of sightseeing is in store for you as your ship sails along the amazing Inside Passage, an extensive stretch of land known for its natural beauty and abundant wildlife. You will be awe-struck with this natural wonder. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.
Day 12: Saturday, 15 September
Vancouver, B.C. – Disembark Cruise – Seattle, WA Airport Area Your cruise ends in the vibrant city of Vancouver. Choose an optional city tour featuring Stanley Park, Chinatown and Gastown, home to the world-famous steam-powered clock. Or, explore this lovely city on your own. Next, board your coach for your drive to the Seattle airport area for an overnight stay. Today breakfast will be included.
Day 13: Sunday, 16 September
Seattle Airport Area – Tour Ends Your tour ends, leaving you with many wonderful memories of your vacation to the last of the great frontiers.
Day 14: Monday, 17 September
Arrive U.K.
PRICE INCLUDES – Round Trip Air from Manchester International Airport, Port Charges of £295 per person, Hotel Transfers, Meals and Sightseeing per itinerary, services of a Collette Tour Manager.
DEPOSIT – £175.00 per person
Inside Cat. Cabin Rates: – Twin £2949.00 per person, Single £3824.00 per person
PASSPORTS & VISAS
Obtaining the proper proof of citizenship for entry to destination countries is the responsibility of each client.
A valid 10 year machine readable passport is required for each individual travelling outside of the United Kingdom. Passports must be valid for at least eight months beyond the return date from the destination.
Some countries require a visa in addition to a valid passport for entry into the country. It will be necessary for you to check with the appropriate embassy or consulate for specific information and entry requirements. Upon request, we can forward a visa application from a recommended visa service.
As some countries require your passport to be kept with you at all times as a form of identity, please ensure you keep it on your person in a safe and secure place. If your chosen destination does not require you to carry your passport, please ensure you leave it in a secure place, such as a hotel safety deposit box.
It is sensible to keep a separate note of your passport number and date of issue, therefore we recommend that our clients travelling abroad take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. These should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your chosen emergency contact. Please remember to complete the details of two relatives or friends who may be contacted in an emergency on the inside back cover of your passport.
DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE
60 – 29 days prior to departure: Cancellation fee of 50% of total price.
28 – 15 days prior to departure: Cancellation fee of 60% of total price.
14 – 8 days prior to departure: Cancellation fee of 75% of total price.
7 – 4 days prior to departure: Cancellation fee of 90% of total price.
3 days prior to departure or later: Cancellation fee of 100% of total price.
For ocean/river cruises and holidays to Antarctica deposits are non-refundable.
Balance due date to 90 days prior to departure:
Cancellation fee of 50% of total price. 89-40 days prior to departure.
Cancellation fee of 60% of total price. 44-21 days prior to departure.
Cancellation fee of 75% of total price. 20-8 days prior to departure.
Cancellation fee of 80% of total price. 7 – 4 days prior to departure
Cancellation fee of 90% of total price. 3 days prior to departure or later
Cancellation fee of 100% of total price.
This holiday is operated by Collette Worldwide Holidays Adventure Unlimited Inc. t/a Collette Worldwide Holidays. Our ATOL number is ATOL 4832.
Photos shown are reflective of the area(s) visited, but may not be included in the actual tour itinerary.