Alaska's Inside Passage Up Close

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The mighty glaciers and dramatic fjords of Alaska’s Inside Passage are incredible. Aboard an expedition ship, learn about this untamed land and its stunning diversity of wildlife.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • You know what moves me? Exercising my mind
    • Let’s keep walking to a minimum and avoid stairs when we can

What's this trip about?

    The mighty glaciers and dramatic fjords of Alaska’s Inside Passage are incredible. Aboard an expedition ship, learn about this untamed land and its stunning diversity of wildlife.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CitySitka, AK
End CityJuneau, AK

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Wildlife Viewing

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Sitka, Registration, Welcome Dinner, Orientation Sitka, AK

Hotel check-in available from 3:00 p.m. If you arrive before your room is ready, you may store your luggage at the hotel until check-in is available.

All routes and excursions are subject to change – weather and sea conditions may affect the itinerary. Sea condi...

Day 2 Explore Sitka, Free Time, Embark Ship, Daily Preview Northern Southeast Alaska - Inside Passage

Please bring luggage from hotel rooms to hotel lobby (assistance as needed). During Sitka field trip, walking up to 1 mile with stops along the way.

Orientation: The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program s...

Day 3 Kake, Frederick Sound Northern Southeast Alaska - Inside Passage

Walking with guide 1 mile on a maintained road. There are some hills. A bus is available for those who don't want to walk. Sitting or standing during totem carving demonstration. Sitting during the Tlingit dance performance but there is an opportunity to participate a...

Day 4 Hobart Bay, Inside Passage Lecture Northern Southeast Alaska - Inside Passage

Levels of activity are dependent on personal preference. Option for skiff ride - climbing up/down ladder to get to loading dock. Climbing in and out of 22 foot skiff with assistance from crew. Option to kayak - climbing in and out of kayak with assistance. Kayak group...

Day 5 Tracy Arm Fjord, Waterfalls, Wildlife Watch Northern Southeast Alaska - Inside Passage

Climbing up and down steep stairs to get to the deck for wildlife viewing. Climbing in and out of the 22 foot skiff for tours (weather permitting).

Perhaps Alaska’s most scenic fjord, Tracy Arm, a photographer’s paradise, is a narrow inlet of ocean running betwe...

Day 6 Exploration, Orca Point Lodge Northern Southeast Alaska - Inside Passage

Levels of activity are dependent on personal preference. Option for skiff ride - climbing up/down ladder to get to loading dock. Climbing in and out of 22 foot skiff with assistance from crew. Option to kayak - climbing in and out of kayak with assistance. Kayak group...

Day 7 White Pass Railway, Skagway & Gold Rush, Free Time Northern Southeast Alaska - Inside Passage

Getting on/off street cars. Minimal walking on sidewalks and city streets. Train ride is approx. 40 miles roundtrip; about 3.5 hours.

Making our way up the spectacular Taiya Inlet, we’ll dock in Skagway. This famous gold rush town is also home to Klondike Nation...

Day 8 Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve Northern Southeast Alaska - Inside Passage

Climbing up and down steep stairs on the ship to get to the different deck levels for wildlife viewing.

Birders and wildlife watchers will want to be up and out on deck as we enter Glacier Bay early this morning. We will be joined by a National Park Service (NPS...

Day 9 Juneau, Disembark, Mendenhall Glacier, Alaska State Museum Juneau, AK

The ship is scheduled to arrive in Juneau at approximately 7:30 a.m. Disembarkation from the ship will begin at approximately 8:30 a.m. Climbing on and off a motorcoach. Opportunity for short hike on a groomed trail at Mendenhall Glacier. Walking on paved walkways dur...

Day 10 Program Concludes Juneau, AK

Hotel check-out by 11:00 a.m. If departing this day and you purchased air through Road Scholar, transfers will be provided to the airport.

If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferrin...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $7,299
Price per day$730
Last Updated: 1/15/2025

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 9
  • Number of Lunch: 7
  • Number of Dinner: 9
Age Requirements
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