Lindblad Expeditions: Alaska, British Columbia & San Juan Island Cruise

Trace the coast from Seattle to Alaska aboard the nimble expedition ship, the National Geographic Sea Lion or the National Geographic Sea Bird, and explore narrow fjords, hidden coves, and stunning archipelagos by kayak and Zodiac. As you cruise from the lush San Juan Islands to the ice floes of Glacier Bay, learn about native cultures and spot whales, raptors, and bears.

Lindblad Expeditions: Alaska, British Columbia & San Juan Island Cruise

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Itinerary

  • Day 1: Seattle

    Arrive in Seattle this afternoon and embark the ship. D

  • Day 2: San Juan Islands

    Navigate these emerald isles in search of porpoises, harbor seals, and bald eagles. Hike or kayak this afternoon. B L D

  • Day 3: Alert Bay & Johnstone Strait

    Sail into Alert Bay to see Native American artifacts at the U'mista Cultural Centre. Continue to Johnstone Strait, a narrow channel favoured by orcas. B L D

  • Day 4-5: Inside Passage of British Columbia

    We continue our journey north along the Coast of British Columbia, searching for wildlife along the way. If conditions permit we may go ashore to explore or kayak. B L D

  • Day 6: Misty Fiords

    In these majestic fiordlands, kayak beneath glacier-carved outcrops and float past icy waterfalls in a Zodiac, easily navigating narrow waterways that slice between sheer cliffs. B L D

  • Day 7: Frederick Sound & Chatham Strait

    Join naturalists on deck to observe the antics of the killer and humpback whales that frequent these waters. Keep an eye out for Steller's sea lions and go ashore for a forest walk. B L D

  • Day 8: Sitka

    Experience the diverse cultures in Sitka, where the onion domes of St. Michael's Russian Orthodox Church co-exist with Tlingit totem poles. At the Raptor Rehabilitation Centre, get an up-close view of bald eagles, hawks, falcons and owls. B L D

  • Day 9: Exploring Alaska’s Islands, Bays & Fjords

    Take advantage of an unscheduled day to hike on remote islands, comb the beach, walk through old-growth forest, or trace the shoreline in a kayak. B L D

  • Day 10: Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve

    Spend the day exploring the coves, fiords, tidewater glaciers, and freshwater lakes of Glacier Bay National Park. Watch calving glaciers and mountain goats scampering on the peaks, and look for puffin and brown bears. B L D

  • Day 11: Point Adolphus & Chichagof Island

    The waters off Point Adolphus are prime feeding grounds for humpbacks. With a marine mammal expert, use a hydrophone to listen to the whales communicate. Cruise the intricate coastline of Chichagof Island, where you might spot sea otters at play. B L D

  • Day 12: Juneau

    After breakfast, disembark in Juneau and transfer to the airport for onward arrangements. B

* All prices shown are for low season, per person, twin share. Click here to see full Terms & Conditions.

Pricing

12 Days / 11 Nights From $10,255*

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Includes: 11 nights cruising accommodation, all meals and non-alcoholic beverages onboard, all shore excursions, sightseeing, entrance fees & transfers as outlined in the itinerary, services of expedition staff, gratuities for land guides, taxes and service charges.

Departs 2012: 01, 02 Sep.

Highlights

  • National Geographic Sea Bird or National Geographic Sea Lion

  • Kayaking in the still waters and hiking remote, forested islands

  • Witnessing the antics of orca and humpback whales

  • Exploring Alaska’s Inside Passage and its scenery and wildlife