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Proposed Alaska and the Inside Passage Cruise to Anchorage Itinerary

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■ Day 1 – Arrive in Seattle, Washington

Passengers who have purchased their airline tickets from Your Man Tours, Inc. should proceed to the baggage claims area for meet and greet service and transfers to your hotel.

■ Day 2 – Seattle, Washington

This morning you are off to see the exciting city of Seattle in your comfortable motor coach. Your friendly and knowledgeable driver guide will be sure to show you interesting highlights, such as the growing downtown area, the Space Needle, and Pikes Place Market located along the busy waterfront.

■ Day 3 – Spokane, Washington

After saying farewell to Seattle, you’ll head east to Spokane, Washington. Home of the 1974 World’s Fair, Spokane offers you a chance to see Riverfront Park and many of its restored Expo facilities. Catch an IMAX movie in the former United States Pavilion, or take a whimsical ride on the restored Looff Carousel. 

■ Day 4 – Penticton, British Columbia

Your tour coach heads north, taking you into the natural beauty of Penticton, British Columbia. Truly a resort city for all seasons, Penticton is cradled within tree trimmed mountain slopes, dramatic clay cliffs and bordered by Okanogan and Skaha Lakes.

■ Day 5 – Board Holland America’s ms Volendam in Vancouver, British Columbia

An easy ride through British Columbia takes you to Vancouver to embark on your 5-star luxury cruise ship, the ms Volendam. Use the afternoon and evening to settle into your comfortable accommodations, as well as plan for the ports of call that await.

■ Day 6 – Cruise Alaska’s Inside Passage

Enjoy the beauty of Alaska’s Inside Passage from aboard your ship. Learn the layout of your floating palace, and begin to take in the multitude of amenities available for your pleasure. While aboard, relax and indulge yourself with a trip to the health spa, catch a movie, or try your luck at the casino.

■ Day 7 – Port of Call: Ketchikan

Home to the world's largest collection of Native American totem poles, Ketchikan is a great first stop during your Alaskan cruise. You can stroll through the picturesque waterfront district of this quaint boardwalk city built atop stilts, meander through the historic "Red Light" district, and shop amid storefronts filled with the distinctive eats and diverse souvenirs of "the salmon capital of the world."

■ Day 8 – Port of Call: Juneau

Alaska's capital welcomes you in the morning. Nestled at the feet of snowcapped Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts, Juneau is nicknamed "Little San Francisco" because of its narrow streets and flights of wooden steps hugging the hillside on which its multicolored houses are built. You can catch gold fever and pan for gold, flight-see the Juneau Ice Field, or walk up to the Mendenhall Glacier located just outside the city limits.

■ Day 9 – Port of Call: Skagway

The birthplace of the Alaskan gold rush, Skagway was the turbulent staging point for prospectors determined to get to the Klondike gold fields. You can stroll the weathered boardwalks and drop into old-time saloons or opt for a ride in a vintage parlor car up the historic White Horse Pass, via the narrow gauge railway.

■ Day 10 – Cruise Glacier Bay National Park

Instead of disembarking to explore, let the sights come to you! Glacier Bay National Park, one of Alaska's noblest and most impressive natural beauties, awaits to enthrall you with the grandeur of glaciers, exotic wildlife, and raw nature. You'll spend the entire day cruising a 60 mile passage, passing glaciers galore, abundant wildlife and scenic beauty, unique in all the world. Great chunks of the glaciers are continually falling into the bay, with a deafening roar which enhances this fascinating spectacle.

■ Day 11 – Cruise College Fjord

The epicenter of the most powerful earthquake in US History, the Good Friday Earthquake, the College Fjord offers you a fascinating view of the numerous tidewater glaciers in Prince William Sound. Keep your eyes open and your cameras ready, and try to catch a glimpse of up to eight glaciers simultaneously.

■ Day 12 –Disembarkation in Seward; Visit Portage Glacier; Anchorage

As morning dawns, disembarkation of your luxury ship begins. Once on shore, you will head through Seward via motor coach, catching glimpses of this quaint town on the way to viewing Portage Glacier. Then, head into Anchorage for your overnight.

■ Day 13 – Leisure Day in Anchorage, Alaska

Take the day to see Anchorage on your terms. Perhaps visit the ceremonial start point for the Iditarod, or simply peruse the diverse restaurants and shops located in Alaska’s largest city.

■ Day 14 – Departure from Anchorage, Alaska

After such a busy Alaskan adventure, you’re sure to have many memories to cherish as you make your way home. You’ll also have time to plan your next YMT vacation!