Passport to Southeast Alaska: By Hiking Boot, Kayak & Boat
10 days
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Small Group Tour
Alaska is one-fifth the size of all Lower 48 states combined but has a population smaller than Rhode Island. Come hike, kayak, learn about and explore this idyllic place.
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Overview
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Full schedule
Highlights
- Take a quiet float down the Chilkat River through its Bald Eagle Preserve landing at a Klukwan village to learn about the Tlingit culture
- Explore the beautiful wildness of Glacier Bay National Park by boat, on foot, and by kayak! Free time will allow you to explore on your own
- Travel portions of the Alaska Marine Highway, kayak at Point Adolphus and kayak in Sitka's bays watching for whales, seabirds and otters
What's this trip about?
Alaska is one-fifth the size of all Lower 48 states combined but has a population smaller than Rhode Island. Come hike, kayak, learn about and explore this idyllic place.
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Details
Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
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End CityOperator does not provide
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Itinerary
Day
1
Check-in, Registration, Welcome Dinner, Orientation
Sitka, AK D Westmark Hotel Sitka
Activity note: Hotel check-in from 3:00 p.m.
Afternoon: Program Registration: After you have your room assignment, come over to the Road Scholar table to register with the p...
Day
2
Kayak Sitka Sound, Walk Downtown Sitka Field Trip
Sitka, AK B,L,D Westmark Hotel Sitka
Activity note: Kayaking at a leisurely pace for approximately 2-1/2 hours in two person kayaks; walking for approximately 1 hour on dirt/sand/gravel paths. Walking up to 2-1/2 ...
Day
3
Science Center, Hike in Sitka, Totem Park, Flight to Juneau
Juneau, AK B,D Prospector Hotel
Activity note: Walk to science center is 3/4 of a mile. Hike will be approximately 5 miles in length.
Breakfast: Breakfast buffet in hotel meeting space.
Morning...
Day
4
Mendenhall Glacier, Free Time, Flight to Gustavus
Gustavus, AK B,D Glacier Bay Lodge
Activity note: Hike up to 4 miles on uneven terrain with moderate elevation gain.
Breakfast: In our hotel meeting space with a buffet to include choices such as fruit, muffi...
Day
5
Glacier Bay National Park Boat Trip
Gustavus, AK B,L,D Glacier Bay Lodge
Activity note: Our boat trip into the bay will be on a 150-passenger, high-speed Catamaran with covered areas. Boat trip will take approximately 8 hours.
Breakfast: At the lodge, enjoy ...
Day
6
To Point Adolphus, Kayak Field Trip
Gustavus, AK B,L,D Glacier Bay Lodge
Activity note: Kayaking for 2-1/2 hours at a time. We will have a boat with us for those who want to rest and relax. We will likely split into two groups for our kayak adventure. One group w...
Day
7
Hike, Transfer to Juneau
Juneau, AK B,L,D Prospector Hotel
Activity note: Hike up to 3 miles over varied terrain.
Breakfast: Buffet at the lodge.
Morning: After our last few days full of adventure, take some time for rest and relaxation with a morning a...
Day
8
AMHS to Haines, Alaska Indian Arts, Free Time in Haines
Haines, AK B,L,D Halsingland Hotel
Activity note: Walking up to 3 miles along even terrain.
Breakfast: Since we have an early transfer this morning on the Alaska Marine Highway ferry, we'll enjoy breakf...
Day
9
Bald Eagle Preserve, Klukwan Village, Afternoon Hike
Haines, AK B,L,D Halsingland Hotel
Activity note: Getting in/out of rafts. Hiking up to 4 miles on mostly flat, groomed paths.
Breakfast: At the hotel, enjoy an early plated breakfast at the hotel includin...
Day
10
Fast Ferry to Juneau, Program Concludes
Haines, AK B
Breakfast: After a light breakfast at the hotel, we'll check out and depart for transfer on our fast ferry to Juneau. Once on the ferry, additional breakfast snacks will be provided.
Morning: When we arri...
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Price From $3,999
Price per day$400
Last Updated: 7/1/2022
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Meals Included
- 24 Meals
- 9 Breakfasts
- 6 Lunches
- 9 Dinners
- The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Low Fat, Gluten Free, Low Salt
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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