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Southeast Alaska—
The Wild North
An 8-Day or 9-Day Adventure
The ideal way to discover Southeast Alaska's treasures is with a small group of like-minded travelers on a private vessel. Hiking to remote hot springs, spotting grizzlies on shore and kayaking in isolated bays, you and a small group of fellow travelers discover Alaska's remarkable beauty every day.
We offer The Wild North, cruising between Sitka and Juneau (or reverse) on two yachts for your choosing: the 157-foot, 24-passenger Mist Cove and the 96-foot, 10-passenger Alaskan Song.
The yachts offer a dining lounge with expansive views, a bar and plenty of deck space for enjoying a warm beverage or snapping shots of the stunning surroundings. Each stateroom features private en-suite facilities. While on board, you'll rise to the cry of eagles, sample fine vintages and dine on exquisite meals of fresh seafood you caught that day.
The yachts set a new itinerary for each adventure. We may navigate among house-sized icebergs through the deep Tracy Arm Fjord to their source, the massive Sawyer Glacier, scanning the hillsides for mountain goats nimbly cavorting on impossible slopes. Or we may cruise the far west coast of Chichagof Island, spying abundant otters and puffins. All routes are delightful.
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Top: Humpback Whale diving deep, with it's tail going down last. (Seth Williams)
Above: Kayaking among the islets and inlets of the Inside Passage. (Wes Walker)
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7-Day Alaska Inside Passage cruise on board the Mist Cove or Alaskan Song
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One night hotel stay in each Sitka and Juneau
(Both nights included on Alaskan Song trips. On Mist Cove, one night included at the start of your trip and one is optional extension at the end of your trip.)
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Itinerary SAMPLE (Sitka to Juneau - reverse for Juneau to Sitka)
Your route will vary depending on weather, wildlife, interests of the group and other elements. |
Day 1
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Arrive in Sitka, Alaska. Transfer to hotel. Afternoon and evening free in Sitka. |
Day 2 |
Board your yacht and start cruising! |
Day 3 |
Cruising Sergius Narrows and Peril Strait, looking for bears, deer, eagles, whales and orcas. Soak in the thermal pools of Baranof Falls. |
Day 4 |
Cruise Chatham Strait into Frederick Sound, where we hope to see humpback whales "bubble-netting." Afternoon halibut fishing at the Brothers Islands. |
Day 5 |
Hear a Steller Sea Lion orchestra, spy grizzlies on Admiralty Island, the home to the densest population in the world. Check the crab pots! |
Day 6 |
Explore Cannery Cove, then cruise the east side of Admiralty Island. |
Day 7 |
Tracy Arm Fjord! Cruise up the narrow fjord to the massive Sawyer Glacier. Return to Stephens Passage. |
Day 8
Mist Cove
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Cruise up Gastineau Channel to Juneau. Disembark your vessel. Fly from Juneau to home. |
Day 8
Alaskan Song
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Cruise by Taku Inlet and follow Gastineau Channel to Juneau. Disembark your vessel. Transfer to hotel. Afternoon free to visit Alaska State Museum or other Juneau attractions. |
Day 9
Alaskan Song
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Fly from Juneau to home. |
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For a deeper look at this adventure, please read the Detailed Itinerary. |
Route Map
Below are two SAMPLE routes, one in blue the other in purple. Your actual route will vary depending on weather, whales, salmon, interests and other factors.
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Mist Cove Departures |
Mist Cove Sailings: 8 Days
Available for individual bookings or as a Private Journey for up to 24 guests in May, June, July, August and September.
Please call for questions answered, availability, and price for Private Journey.
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2012 |
May 19 - May 26 •
May 26 - Jun 2 •
Jun 9 - Jun 16 •
Jun 16 - Jun 23 •
Jun 23 - Jun 30 •
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Jun 30 - Jul 7 •
Jul 7 - Jul 14 •
Jul 14 - Jul 21 •
Jul 21 - Jul 28 •
Jul 28 - Aug 54 •
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Aug 11 - Aug 18 •
Aug 18 - Aug 25 •
Sep 1 - Sep 8 •
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Route Codes |
• Sitka to Juneau
• Juneau to Sitka
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Mist Cove Prices |
2012 |
$3600 - $6895,
$3100 - $6395 for kids 12 & under
Call for price and availability—pricing depends on departure. |
Notes • Mist Cove |
Included |
Roundtrip airport transfers as specified in itinerary, all yacht and hotel accommodations (double occupancy, unless Single purchased) as specified in itinerary; all meals while on yacht and as specified in itinerary; all non-alcoholic beverages, wine, beer and liquor while on yacht; all guides, activities, tours and sightseeing arrangements as specified in itinerary; use of kayaks while on yacht as specified in itinerary; use of salmon and halibut fishing gear, and fresh-water fishing gear with supervision by crew while on yacht; cleaning, packing and freezing any catch while on yacht.
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Not Included |
Not included are any airfare, airport fees; tips for yacht crews, guides or naturalists (at your discretion); excess baggage charges, or other items of a personal nature.
Price also excludes any insurance coverage for trip cancellation-interruption, travel accident, travel delay, baggage delay or baggage theft (we recommend you obtain coverage for these items), medical or hospitalization expenses. |
Alaskan Song Departures |
Alaskan Song Sailings: 9 Days
Available as a Private Journey for 2 to 10 guests.
Your trip price will depend on the number of guests traveling.
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2012 |
May 16 - May 24 •
May 24 - Jun 1 •
Jun 1 - Jun 9 •
Jun 9 - Jun 17 •
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Jun 17 - Jun 25 •
Jun 25 - Jul 3 •
Jul 3 - Jul 11 •
Jul 11 - Jul 19 •
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Jul 19 - Jul 27 •
Jul 27 - Aug 4 •
Aug 4 - Aug 12 •
Aug 12 - Aug 20 • |
Route Codes |
• Sitka to Juneau
• Juneau to Sitka |
Alaskan Song Prices |
Price |
Call for price and availability—pricing depends on departure.
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Notes • Alaskan Song |
Included
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Airport transfers as specified in itinerary, all yacht and hotel accommodations (double occupancy, unless Single purchased) as specified in itinerary; all meals while on yacht and as specified in itinerary; all non-alcoholic beverages, wine and beer while on yacht; all guides, activities, tours and sightseeing arrangements as specified in itinerary; use of kayaks while on yacht as specified in itinerary; use of salmon and halibut fishing gear, and fresh-water fishing gear with supervision by crew while on yacht.
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Not Included |
Not included are any airfare, airport fees; airport transfers not specified in itinerary, tips for yacht crews, guides or naturalists (at your discretion); excess baggage charges, or other items of a personal nature.
Price also excludes any insurance coverage for trip cancellation-interruption, travel accident, travel delay, baggage delay or baggage theft (we recommend you obtain coverage for these items), medical or hospitalization expenses. |
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