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■ Day 1 - Friday, Fly to Seattle, WA

Today, your Alaskan adventure begins with your flight to the Seattle, Washington area. Upon arrival at the Seattle International Airport, tour members who have purchased their airline tickets from Your Man Tours, Inc., please meet your YMT representative in baggage claims for meet and greet services and transfers to the hotel.

■ Day 2 - Saturday, Seattle City Tour then board Norwegian Cruise Line’s “Star” (4:00 PM)

This morning you are off to Seattle via your spacious motor coach. Your friendly and knowledgeable driver guide will be sure to show you all the highlights from the growing downtown to the Space Needle to the always busy waterfront and Pikes Market. Then on to the Port Seattle to board your NCL “Star” and the beginning of your Alaska Cruise Adventure.
 

■ Day 3 - Sunday, Scenic Inside Passage Cruising

When explorer John Muir first sailed the Inside Passage he could hardly tear himself away from the rail for fear of missing some new marvel. “Never before,” he wrote, “have I been embosomed in scenery so hopelessly beyond description tracing shining waves through fjord and sound, past forest and waterfall, islands and mountains....” All this while you’re gliding along in the lap of luxury aboard NCL’s “Star”.

■ Day 4 - Monday, Ketchikan (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM)

Nicknamed “The Salmon Capital of the World,” this important fishing port is also home to the world’s largest collection of Native American totem poles. You will enjoy your stroll through the picturesque waterfront district of this quaint boardwalk city built on stilts, as well as the historic and former “Red Light” district amid gold shops, gift shops and restaurants.

■ Day 5 - Tuesday, Juneau (7:00 AM – 2:00 PM)

In Alaska’s capital you may choose to taste salmon baked over an alderwood fire, pan for gold. Enjoy a "flightsee" of the Juneau Ice Field, Sawyer Glacier, or walk right up to Mendenhall Glacier located just outside the city limits. There are ample shore excursions to fill your day. Juneau is nestled at the feet of snowcapped Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts and 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.

■ Day 6 - Wednesday, Sawyer Glacier and Skagway (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

Today you will see and visit two outstanding places which bring vacationers to Alaska. First is Sawyer Glacier so dress warmly and find a place at the ship’s rail early to view the day’s spectacular show. Don’t forget your camera and binoculars. Your ship will creep slowly toward the glacier before stopping. Prepare to be stunned when you first glimpse the color—glacial ice is an incredible and indescribable blue. Sawyer Glacier calves constantly, shedding huge blocks of ice – so have your camera at the ready. Then you are on your way to Skagway - where the Gold Rush began. Skagway was the turbulent staging point for prospectors hell-bent on getting to the Klondike gold fields. Go ashore. Stroll the weathered boardwalks and drop in at old-time saloons or shop for gold nuggets. You can purchase tickets for a ride in a vintage parlor car up the historic White Horse Pass, via the narrow gauge railway. Skagway has preserved the atmosphere of the 1898 gold rush better than any other town in Alaska.

■ Day 7 – Thursday, Prince Rupert, BC (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM)

This lovely city of rainbows is a charming port on the Inside Passage in sheltered water off the Pacific coast in British Columbia. It offers visitors the chance to get in touch with nature: in its many parks and public spaces. You can go whale watching, visit the grizzly bear sanctuary, or catch sight of eagles free wheeling on the air currents. For those who prefer city over nature, there are many museums, galleries and shops in the area to explore.

■ Day 8 – Friday, At Sea

While onboard; Swim, take in a show, try your luck in the casino—you can really relax and enjoy yourself today.

■ Day 9 – Saturday, Disembark in Seattle, WA; Travel to Portland, OR (7:00 AM)

With your Alaska Cruise fresh in your memory your forthcoming land tour brings as a fresh start to another part of this memorable experience – your land cruise. On your trip to Portland you’ll enjoy the views from your comfortable motor coach seat. You’ll pass over the great Columbia River, travel through the beautiful valleys of Southern Washington State, and even pass by Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Rainier! Known as the City of Roses, this cosmopolitan city still retains a cozy, small town feel. Surrounded by beautiful parks, hills and mountains, the area offers many museums, sightseeing opportunities and shopping venues, plus year-round skiing at nearby Mt. Hood. Overnight: in the Portland area.
 

■ Day 10 – Sunday, Medford, OR

This travel day through Oregon will transverse Oregons many interesting landscapes from the Willamette Valley to the college town of Eugene. All along the way you will be able to take in this beautiful state from the comfort of your scenic cruiser coach. Medford, OR is located in the heart of some of the best scenery and year-round temperate weather in Oregon. Well known for its agricultural products, especially pears, Medford also offers visitors a relaxing opportunity to sightsee and enjoy outdoor activities. Overnight: Medford, OR area.

■ Day 11 - Monday, Lake Tahoe/Reno, NV

Today you will travel into the Northern most corner of California on your way to the Lake Tahoe/Reno area. Along the way you will travel by Mt. Shasta as well as through the Shasta – Trinity National Forest and Lassen National Forest which will add a whole new dimension to your scenic land journey. At the end of your day you will find yourself in one of the most scenic gaming areas of the United Stated – the Lake Tahoe/ Reno resorts areas for your next two overnights.

■ Day 12, Tuesday – Lake Tahoe, NV

Today is your day to see gorgeous Lake Tahoe, one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the U.S. You'll have plenty of time on your own to explore the downtown casinos and shops which make up this close-knit mountain community, or just enjoy a stroll by the crystal clear lake.

■ Day 13, Wednesday – Travel Day to San Francisco, CA plus Sacramento, CA

Enjoy a drive through ever-changing scenery to the “City by the Bay.” On the way you will make a stop in the capitol city of Sacramento for a brief tour around the city. Overnight: San Francisco area.
 

■ Day 14, Thursday – San Francisco City Tour

You truly could leave your heart here after your magnificent City Tour. Perched on the edge of the spectacular San Francisco Bay like a seagull soaring on updraft, the city is ringed by graceful bridges, lush parks, and hills bedecked with jewel-like homes. From the pointed Trans-America Pyramid downtown to Fisherman’s Wharf, the Golden Gate Bridge and Pier 39, you’ll see there’s much to love in this romantic city. You overnight in San Francisco Bay area.

■ Day 15, Friday – San Francisco, Depart for Home

Your flight home will give you time to reflect on all the fabulous places you visited and memories you’ve made. You’ll also have time to plan your next YMT vacation!