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Day 1: Fly to Washington State                        Day 4: Inside Passage
          Our adventure begins with a flight to Seattle, our home   Today, we cruise the legendary Inside Passage, steeped
          for the next two evenings.                            in stories of the Klondike Gold Rush. Enjoy vistas of
          2 nights at DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport      soaring mountain ranges, dense forests, and coastal    NOR T H TO AL A SK A
                                                                inlets as we glide through this calm, fjord-like waterway.
          Day 2: Seattle                                        This is a great day to become acquainted with our
          After breakfast, we’re off to explore the vibrant “Emerald   ship’s fabulous amenities. Delight your taste buds with
                                                                a variety of culinary options, dance the night away in
          City” with a local guide aboard our motorcoach. Soak up   the Rolling Stone Lounge, watch a show on the World
          iconic landmarks and gold rush history in areas like Pioneer   Stage, try your luck at the casino, pamper yourself with
          Square and the Seattle Waterfront. This afternoon, enjoy   a spa treatment, or simply soak up peaceful views with a
          lunch at the Museum of Flight, followed by time to marvel at
          dozens of exhibits with thousands of artifacts at the world’s   cocktail on your private balcony. MEALS B+L+D
          largest independent, non-profit air and space museum. The   Day 5: Ketchikan
          remainder of the day is at your leisure. MEALS B+L
                                                                We dock in Ward Cove of Ketchikan today, coined the
          Day 3: Board the Noordam                              Salmon Fishing Capital of the World. With Tongass
          This morning, we enjoy breakfast at the hotel before   National Forest surrounding us, it’s the perfect port to
                                                                explore Alaska’s stunning wilderness with an excursion
          departing to Vancouver, Canada. We board our cruise   such as a rainforest nature walk or canoeing. You
          ship, Holland America Line’s elegant Noordam, loved   may also board a shuttle bus to downtown Ketchikan,
          for its smaller size, museum-quality art, and stylish   where you can immerse yourself in Alaska Native
          design. Settle into your beautifully appointed stateroom   culture, grab a photo by the iconic “Welcome to
          that features lavish furnishings and floor-to-ceiling   Ketchikan” sign, or browse the colorful shops along
          glass doors leading out to a private balcony. All meals
          are included on board, beginning with today’s lunch.   historic Creek Street. MEALS B+L+D
          Your Tour Director will host dinner on several evenings,   Day 6: Juneau
          allowing you an opportunity to become better acquainted
          with fellow travelers. MEALS B+L+D                    Today’s port of call is Alaska’s capital, Juneau, a city
                                                                that can only be reached by air or sea due to its natural
          7 nights aboard Holland America Line’s Noordam        setting between the waters of Gastineau Channel,



                                              Alaska Native Heritage Center
             Watch the rich traditions, vibrant cultures, and fascinating history of Alaska’s Indigenous people come to life!
             This enriching visit offers a glimpse into the state’s major Indigenous groups. Explore authentic dwellings, listen
             to intriguing stories that have been passed down through generations, watch captivating dance performances
             that showcase their spirit and resilience, and attend artisan demonstrations, such as totem carving.


































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