Cruise |
Explorer, 7 Nights Alaska Rails & Trails ex Vancouver to Anchorage (Whittier) |
Cruise Line |
Regent Seven Seas Cruises |
Ship |
Seven Seas Explorer |
Destination |
Alaska & Canada West |
Brief Description |
7 Night Cruise sailing from Vancouver, BC. Canada onboard Seven Seas Explorer |
Type of Cruise |
Luxury |
Departure Date |
28 May 2025 |
Cruise Description |
Seven Seas Explorer® took luxury cruising to the next level, from the palatial Regent Suite to the hand-picked art accentuating her halls.
Wrangell, Alaska
One of Alaska’s oldest settlements, the fur trade brought Russian traders here in the early 1800s. The Americans established a military post in 1868 and named it Fort Wrangell. The town boomed during the great Gold Rush of the late 19th century and Wrangell sported gambling halls, dance halls, booze, and lawlessness. Today, commercial fishing and timber still are the mainstays for Wrangell’s economy. Explore nearby Stikine River home to hundreds of species of migrating birds, spectacular glacial valleys or watch the bears at Anan Falls rain forest.
Juneau, Alaska
In 1880, Joe Juneau and Richard Harris were prospecting for gold with the help of Indian guides. Here they discovered nuggets “as large as beans” at the mouth of the aptly named Gold Creek. Out of their discoveries came three of the largest gold digs in the world where more than $150 million in gold was mined. Juneau’s surrounding beauty and natural wonders have attracted cruise ship travelers for over a century, with steamship companies bringing tourists here since the early 1880’s.
Skagway, Alaska
Beginning in 1897, this frontier town at the northernmost point of the Inside Passage was the starting place for more than 40,000 gold-rush stampeders who headed to the Yukon primarily by way of the Chilkoot Trail. Immerse yourself in the colorful history and characters of the Klondike Gold Rush era in downtown Skagway, where over 20 historic buildings have been preserved and locals in period costumes detail the town’s bawdy history. Ride the historic narrow-gauge White Pass & Yukon Route Railway as it climbs 3,000 feet high into immensely picturesque mountains, taking in views of Bridal Veil Falls and the peaks of Inspiration Point.
Sitka, Alaska
Founded by Russian fur traders as New Archangel in 1799, Sitka was the historic center of Russia’s Alaskan empire. The Russian flag was replaced by the Stars and Stripes when the United States purchased the Alaska territory in 1867. Today, picturesque Sitka, is known for its fishing industry, an annual summer classical music festival and, of course, its many historic visitor attractions. On a clear day Sitka, the only city in southeast Alaska that actually fronts the Pacific Ocean, rivals Juneau for the sheer beauty of its surroundings.
Anchorage (Whittier), Alaska
Keep your binoculars handy to spot seals, otters and whales. Whittier is the gateway to Prince William Sound, where you can experience incredible glacier cruises and kayak in serene waters. Its unique "one-way-in" tunnel adds to the adventure. The town also provides access to nearby hiking trails and a fascinating WWII history, making it a perfect stop for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. |
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Sailing Dates |
28 May 2025 |
Pricing |
Please enquire for pricing |
Cruise Itinerary
Date |
Port |
Arrive |
Depart |
28 May 2025 |
Vancouver, BC. Canada |
7:00 AM |
6:00 PM |
29 May 2025 |
At Sea |
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30 May 2025 |
Wrangell, Alaska |
10:30 AM |
6:00 PM |
31 May 2025 |
Juneau, Alaska |
10:00 AM |
9:00 PM |
1 Jun 2025 |
Skagway, Alaska |
7:00 AM |
6:00 PM |
2 Jun 2025 |
Sitka, Alaska |
9:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
3 Jun 2025 |
At Sea |
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4 Jun 2025 |
Whittier, Alaska |
6:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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