Cruise Line: Holland America
Ship: Noordam
Departs: Whittier (Anchorage), United States of America
Countries Visited: United States of America, Canada
Sail Date: 10 September 2023
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Itinerary
Day 1-4: Honolulu, Oahu Island – Hawaii (United States of America)
Welcome to Honolulu! The perfect blend of city life and natural wonders, Hawaii’s capital is a vibrant tropical metropolis. Hit the sands of world-famous Waikiki Beach, scale the Diamond Head State Monument, discover the history of Pearl Harbour at the USS Arizona, or take a surfing lesson on the North Shore. Enjoy 4 nights hotel stay in Honolulu.
Day 5: Honolulu, Oahu Island – Hawaii (United States of America)
Farewell Honolulu as you embark your forward flight to Anchorage where you will enjoy 2 nights hotel stay before your cruise.
Day 6: Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city, is known for its cultural sites, including the Alaska Native Heritage Center, which displays traditional crafts, stages dances, and presents replicas of dwellings from its native groups. The city is also a gateway to nearby wilderness areas and picturesque mountain ranges.
Day 7: Anchorage, Alaska
Embark your 7 night glacier discovery cruise from Whittier onboard Noordam
Day 8: Hubbard Glacier (Cruising)
With its dramatic and vast 7-mile-wide face, and ever-changing wall of ice, the Hubbard Glacier is a guaranteed bucket list item that will be etched in to the mind of every Alaskan visitor.
Day 9: Skagway, Alaska
Gold was discovered nearby in 1896, causing Skagway to grow quickly. You can see gold rush era buildings preserved in the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. Another activity from this period, the Yukon Route Rail Road will take you on a vintage locomotive tour of the area with fantastic views out over the mountains.
Day 10: Juneau, Alaska
The only state capital in the USA that can only be reached by boat or seaplane. With no road access and its extremely remote location, the wildlife and wilderness in Juneau are second to none! Go sea kayaking, pan for gold, visit a salmon hatchery, or take a whale-watching trip. Don’t miss the Mendenhall Glacier and a glimpse back to the ice age!
Day 11: Ketchikan, Alaska
Today’s adventure brings us to Ketchikan, another fascinating location on the Alaskan coast. Visit a Native American village, watch a lumberjack show, take a trip to the Misty Fjords or go crab fishing!
Day 12: Inside Passage, Alaska (Scenic Cruising)
Enjoy the breathtaking scenery as you make your way towards Vancouver back down the inside passage. Camera at the ready for the stunning waterfalls, thick green forests and glaciers emerging from the mountainsides.
Day 13: Vancouver (British Columbia), Canada
Farewell Vancouver as you board your flight home or ask about our flexible fares and extend your stay.
