Make the most of your vacation with a shore and land excursion that appeals to your interests. Knowledgeable, professional guides lead all excursions and offer special insights into the culture, history, wildlife, and geology of each destination. Discover first-hand how islanders went about the business of growing, harvesting and refining sugar in 18th century Barbados. Take an invigorating mush across a snow-covered glacier aboard an Alaskan dogsled. Or stroll through the maze of tiny streets in Mykonos, the birthplace of Apollo.
Board a high-speed expedition craft to the Treadwell Mine site on Douglas Island. Your guides will meet you here and outfit you with all necessary safety equipment and provide an orientation briefing before you take off on your adventure consisting of 10 zip lines and 2 sky bridges. You must have good general health and full use of your limbs.
182.00 Adult (USD)
130.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
Minimum Height: 60 inches
Minimum Weight: 80 pounds, Maximum Weight: 250 pounds
Experience Alaska's humpback whales and the Mendenhall Glacier's temperate wilderness on an excursion tailored for close up encounters with nature in small group setting (space is limited to 20 travelers). Get an eye-to-eye vantage with area wildlife in a custom built safari vessel and step away from the crowds on a secluded rainforest trail, two pristine habitats to explore - on a single tour! Learn and observe the many interconnections between the land and sea giving you a more complete story of the Tongass National Forest. If whales are not sighted, a $100 cash refund is provided by the tour operator for both adults and children at the conclusion of the tour.
199.00 Adult (USD)
139.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
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Want to know the science behind the scenery in the wilds of Alaska? Give a little something back to the environment on this small group adventure (limited to 20 guests). You'll enjoy an engaging wilderness tour while supporting area research programs on this hands-on science based excursion to Alaska's renowned Stephens Passage and the Mendenhall Glacier. A $100 cash refund is provided by the tour operator for all guests at the conclusion of the tour if whales are not sighted/observed on the trip.
196.00 Adult (USD)
105.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
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Enjoy a magical evening cruise that features great food, a relaxing ambiance and guaranteed whale viewing. Throughout the cruise your onboard naturalist will explain the behavior and habitat of the humpback whale and other wildlife you may encounter, including killer whales, sea lions, porpoise, harbor seals, bald eagles and more. The operators of this excursion guarantee you'll be able to view at least one whale, or you will receive $100 cash per person as you disembark the vessel.
169.00 Adult (USD)
119.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
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Untouched Alaskan wilderness awaits you on this premier fly-fishing quest. Combine the highlights of Southeast Alaska with classic floatplanes, world-renowned fishing in remote waters and wildlife. All fishing is done on an eco-conscious catch-and-release basis. Depending on the season, fishing species include cutthroat trout, Dolly Varden and various salmon species. All first class gear and equipment is provided and an Alaskan smoked salmon snack and beverages are included. Whether you are a seasoned fly fisherman or a discriminating traveler looking for a true wilderness experience, this is a once in a lifetime adventure. Bring cash for the $20 fishing license.
440.00 Adult (USD)
440.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
Minimum Age: 8 years
Transfer by bus to North Douglas Island for scenic views of the Mendenhall Glacier in the distance. Upon arrival be outfitted in life jackets and raingear before beginning your adventure. Your experienced guide will teach you about paddling techniques, then you'll settle into a 2-person kayak for 1.5 to 2 hours of guided sea kayaking and an informative and memorable tour of Fritz Cove.
109.00 Adult (USD)
73.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
Minimum Weight: 40 pounds, Maximum Weight: 250 pounds
Hold on for a safe but exhilarating river-running experience! On the shores of Mendenhall Lake, don protective raingear and life jackets, and board your raft. Each holds up to twelve and is rowed by an experienced guide, or join a paddle-raft team. Glide across the iceberg-studded lake, marveling at the 150-foot-high, 1.5-mile-wide glacier face, and set course downstream. The six-mile route combines meandering stretches with Class II and III whitewater. Soak in the views of the riverbank, lush forests, and 7,000-foot mountains above the valley floor, and learn about the natural history of the river. At the haul-out enjoy an Alaskan-style snack.
143.00 Adult (USD)
99.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
Minimum Weight: 40 pounds
Embark on a scenic cruise into Alaskan wilderness that guarantees you will see wildlife, including whales! Travel by deluxe catamaran served by a knowledgeable naturalist and attentive crew. This is a great opportunity to view and learn about whales, sea lions, porpoise, seals, bald eagles and other species of wildlife. Before or after the cruise you'll travel by narrated motorcoach tour to view the Mendenhall Glacier.
170.00 Adult (USD)
99.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
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Capture everything from glaciers to whales on this photographic adventure of a lifetime that guarantees whale sighting. Your small group will ride in a media equipped shuttle and cruise aboard a custom built safari vessel designed specifically for photographing area wildlife. Throughout the tour your professional photography guide provides expert interpretation while also sharing photography concepts to enhance your creative vision. A $100 cash refund is provided by the tour operator for all guests at the conclusion of the tour if whales are not sighted on the trip.
198.00 Adult (USD)
198.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
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Fish the protected inside waterways from a fully equipped 28-34 foot charter boat. Trolling with downriggers is the common method used in Southeast Alaska; "You do not hold your rod until your fish strikes and then you set your hook." Fishermen land their catch on a rotating basis. Bring cash for the $20 fishing license and the $10 King salmon stamp. For an additional charge, your catch can be filleted or steaked and shipped to your home (US addresses only).
224.00 Adult (USD)
224.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
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Important: Please remember you have up to 4 days prior to your sail date to purchase your regular shore excursions online. If you are within the 4 days, you will then need to purchase your shore excursions onboard; land excursions would need to be purchased directly through your Tour Director on the land portion of the Alaska Cruisetour. For example, if you are sailing on October 18, you can make Shore & Land Excursion purchases online until October 13.
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