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Cruise West
Glaciers of Prince William Sound
This getaway cruise offers the best of Prince William Sound. With breathtaking scenery and wildlife, Prince William Sound boasts the largest concentration of tidewater glaciers in the world and offers easy access to Anchorage. Dubbed the “enchanted circle of emerald isles,” the spectacular scenery of Prince William Sound is best explored aboard the Spirit of Columbia. Cruise cliff-walled fjords and narrow passages. Listen for the “white thunder” of massive glaciers calving into nutrient-rich water. And watch for elusive orcas, as brown bears hunt for shellfish and as sea otters and harbor seals play near the shore. Add a land tour including 3 nights in Denali to your cruise for the ultimate Alaska experience.
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Directions:
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| Arrive in Anchorage, transfer by motorcoach to Whittier
Spend the morning exploring Anchorage on your own before you travel by motorcoach via scenic Turnagain Arm to Whittier to board your ship. Start your voyage with the awe-inspiring Blackstone Glacier. D |
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| College Fjord and Esther Passage
Wake up near the face of massive glaciers in College Fjord. You will ease close to the active glaciers that calve icebergs into the tidal waters below. Continue on to narrow Esther Passage, a waterway only navigable by small ship. Playful sea otters live here, often floating placidly on their backs in a bed of kelp, dining on shellfish. Explore serene Eaglek Bay. BLD |
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| Cordova
Make a port call at tiny Cordova. This fishing village, inaccessible by highway, has become world famous for its Copper River salmon. These delicious fish are caught in the pristine delta of the Copper River. Upon your arrival enjoy an included cultural experience highlighting the area’s rich Native history. Optional wilderness tours include sea kayaking, hiking and river rafting. BLD |
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| Chenega Glacier and Knight Island
Today explore southwest Prince William Sound, where sculpted wilderness islands lie offshore from the craggy mountains of the Kenai Peninsula. Narrow Icy Bay leads toward a stunning glacier experience at the head of the fjord. Later, enjoy “gunkholing” around the nearby islands — a nautical term for poking around the next corner just to see what’s there. BLD |
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| Arrive in Whittier & Transfer to Anchorage
After a cruise past a bustling black-legged kittiwake colony, disembark the Spirit of Columbia at Whittier. Transfer to motorcoaches for your trip via Turnagain Arm back to Anchorage. B |
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