Todd Weber, Tour Itinerary

The Island Sprit

Cruising on the Island Spirit May 29th - June 6th 2012
For those of you who are looking for an Alaska cruise that is up close and personal with nature,
join Todd and Nadine on a small cruise ship,( 32 passenger ), that is owned and operated by Capt. Jeff Behrens.

May 29th to June 6th, 2012 we will experience 9 days aboard the Island Spirit.
We will cruise the misty channels, deep fjords, and remote islands, touring both popular destinations in
Southeast Alaska, and others that are off the beaten path. A Zodiac transport and kayaks will be available
for closer wildlife viewing and on shore exploring. A naturalist will be on board and Todd will share some
of Alaska's colorful human history as well. You can get as active as you like on this trip, Kayaking, walking,
or just relaxing with a book on deck!

The price is $4695 per person, no single supplement. A $500 deposit per person will hold your reservation,
balance due February 1st 2012. Hotel stays in Seattle and all excursions, cocktails and wine with dinner are included.
Airfare is not included. We will meet in Seattle May 28th and fly to Petersburg the 29th.
After our wonderful journey, we will fly out of Sitka on June 6th, with a choice of your flying directly home
or to Seattle for a departure the following day.

You can see the detailed itinerary on our website www.ilivehistory.com Check out the ship, Island Spirit,
and all the trip has to offer at www.smallalaskaship.com Watch the video!

DAY 1 - Petersburg, AK to Sitka, AK

Arrive Petersburg, Alaska. A Fantasy Cruises escort meets your group at the airport and transfers you to town for shopping and lunch on your own. (Your baggage will be transferred to the ship and stowed in guest rooms.) Afternoon activities to include tours of Petersburg Cannery and interpretive Muskeg walk. Later today we enjoy an early dinner at the Sons of Norway hall with entertainment. Board vessel, meet crew, cocktail reception/dinner, and short evening cruise.
Meals and Refreshments: Cocktails, Dinner

DAY 2 -

Whale search and cruise northbound toward our glacier area. Search for humpback whales enroute. Tides permitting, we may visit Five Finger Lighthouse, one of the oldest in Southeast Alaska. Anchor tonight in a quiet wilderness anchorage. Watch for brown bears in this area.
Meals and Refreshments: Breakfast, Lunch, Cocktails, Dinner

DAY 3 -

This morning, we cruise up to view Dawes Glacier, an active Tidewater glacier in Endicott Arm and Holkam Bay. Enjoy time by the glacier with a great opportunity to see calving and harbor seals with their young pups. Afterwards, we anchor at a local inlet for exploring and kayaking. You might even kayak by an iceberg? The chef's cooking some fresh crab!
Meals and Refreshments: Breakfast, Lunch, Cocktails, Dinner

DAY 4 -

Today we enter one of Southeast Alaska's most pristine and scenic canyons, Ford's Terror. Known for swirling rapids and sheer cliff faces, this wonderful wilderness area is protected under the Tongass National Forest. We'll invite a U.S. forest service ranger to join us and discuss the spectacular fjord around us. Today we enjoy a majestic place to kayak and explore that very few people even know exist.
Meals and Refreshments: Breakfast, Lunch, Cocktails, Dinner

DAY 5 -

We depart early this morning, cruising north for a port call in Juneau, Alaska. There's free time here for shopping and time to tour town. Perhaps you'll decide to ride the tram or visit the famous Red Dog Saloon. A map is provided for your use after a brief tour. The crew will walk any interested clients up to the Governor's mansion for a peek. Evening cruise to Barlow Cove. (Sometimes humpback whales swim in this cove.)
Meals and Refreshments: Breakfast, Lunch, Cocktails, Dinner

DAY 6 -

Cruise this morning in Chatham Strait. We search for Dalls porpoise and Orca whales. Today we enjoy a truly unique Alaskan community, Tenakee Springs. Population 97! There's time to stroll among the waterfront homes, visit the merchantile (founded in 1899) and enjoy a little shopping at the friendly bakery. Chat with some local folks that live in the Alaska few ever see or get a chance to visit!
Meals and Refreshments: Breakfast, Lunch, Cocktails, Dinner

DAY 7 -

A day of cruising today will take you through many narrow and winding passages. Keep a sharp eye on the shoreline for bear, deer and river otter as we ply these serene and peaceful waterways. Watch the local fishermen troll by or see them hauling in their catch. Our anchorage tonight will be "Captain's Choice."
Meals and Refreshments: Breakfast, Lunch, Cocktails, Dinner

DAY 8 -
Morning cruise into Sitka, Alaska, a unique community where you can still feel the Russian history and visit the paths of the founders. Afternoon tours to include Raptor Rehabilitation Center and lecture, Totem Park and Sheldon Jackson Museum. Afterwards, shopping time, then back to the ship for Captain's dinner. Slide presentation after dinner for guests. Enjoy your week of memories and take home a gift!
Meals and Refreshments: Breakfast, Lunch, Cocktails, Dinner

DAY 9 -

Breakfast is served and baggage is transferred to the airport for flights home. Depart from Sitka.
Meals and Refreshments: Breakfast

PLEASE NOTE: Anchorages may change due to weather and/or to find wildlife.

Come Join the Adventure!!!!

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