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North. A short drive to North Pole, Alaska brings us to   with interesting commentary and special programming.
        the Santa Claus House for a chance to relive childhood   In addition to watching for captivating wildlife, keep an
        memories with the spirit of Christmas present year-round.  eye out for tidewater glaciers calving, or breaking off,
        We then travel the renowned Alaska Highway that links   and crashing into the sea. Delightful shows, music, and
        Alaska to Canada, originally built as a military supply road   dancing light up our evening. MEALS B+L+D
        during World War II, and stay overnight in Tok. MEALS B+D
        1 night in Tok                                        Day 10: Ketchikan
                                                              Our port of call today is Ketchikan, the Salmon Capital
        Day 7: Yukon Territory                                of the World. Enjoy time on your own to discover this
        Today, we traverse the spectacular Yukon Territory, an   charming port’s rich culture and history. Visit a carving
        untouched region of astounding beauty and the most    shed, go salmon fishing, learn about Tongass National
        remote part of our journey. Enjoy views of Kluane Lake’s   Forest at the Southeast Discovery Center, or explore the
        crystal-clear waters and stop at Kluane National Park and   colorful houses and quaint shops along Creek Street in
        Reserve Visitor Center to learn about this preserved area.   the old red light district. You may also book an excursion
                                                              offered by Holland America Line. MEALS B+L+D
        Later, we arrive in Whitehorse, the Yukon’s capital. MEAL B
        1 night in Whitehorse                                 Day 11: The Inside Passage
                                                              We cruise the beautiful Inside Passage today, where
        Day 8: Scenic Rail Journey and the Koningsdam         protected passageways allow for a relaxing experience.
        This morning, we board the White Pass & Yukon Route   Take in breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains,
        Railway for awe-inspiring views of mountains, valleys,   lush forests, and hundreds of islands and coastal inlets as
        and waterfalls that can only be seen by train. This   we make our way through this astonishing waterway. Our
        historic route follows the path of the legendary Klondike   ship traces the southeastern hook of Alaska and Canada’s
        gold seekers. We arrive in Skagway and board the      Pacific Coast as we witness firsthand how this vital ocean
        Koningsdam to begin our incredible four-night cruise.   route still links communities today. MEALS B+L+D
        The ship stays docked in Skagway into the evening,
        allowing us to go ashore and explore this 1890s gold   Day 12: Vancouver to Seattle
        rush boomtown. MEALS B+L+D                            Our cruise concludes today in Vancouver, British
        4 nights aboard Holland America Line’s Koningsdam     Columbia. We board our comfortable motorcoach for
                                                              a scenic drive to Seattle, known as The Emerald City.
        Day 9: Glacier Bay National Park Cruise               Tonight, we toast to our amazing journey at a
        Today, our ship provides front-row seats for one of   Farewell Dinner. MEALS B+D
        nature’s most breathtaking sights, Glacier Bay! We    1 night at DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
        maneuver easily along these pristine shores for close
        views of glaciers, lush forests, and mountains. A National   Day 13: Fly Home
        Park Ranger and an Alaskan Native provide insight into
        this wild and historically significant corner of Alaska


































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