Port Descriptions and SightseeingOptional excursions are offered by the cruise line at an additional price or you can choose to explore the ports on your own with friends from the group. Your cruise escort will be along to coordinate activities for the group also. (Some optional excursions are listed below and more are on the website at www.Carnival.com. Optional excursions are arranged by the cruise line and are subject to change)
Prince William Sound Located off the coast of Anchorage, this amazing body of water hosts the largest concentration of glaciers in Alaska, including the College Fjord, a series of glaciers named after elite Ivy League schools. Keep one eye on the shoreline while you cruise, as you just may spot otters, seals, bears, eagles and deer.
College Fjord College Fjord was discovered during an 1899 expedition funded by Ivy League colleges. As a result, all of the glaciers were named after the various schools in their honor. Located in the northwest corner of Prince William Sound, College Fjord is surrounded by over a dozen glaciers, the largest of which is called Harvard Glacier. As you sail along enjoying the serenity and natural beauty of this destination, listen for the splash of glaciers calving into the water below.
Sitka Sitka, the only major city on Alaska's Baranof Island, has three distinct cultures: Tlingit Indian, Russian and American. You'll find relics of all three cultures throughout the area. With the spectacular natural beauty of Sitka Sound, its fascinating history, unique totem park and Mount Edgecomb - a dormant volcano which rises above the harbor - Sitka is definitely a treasure in the Alaskan wilderness. Optional shore excursions include Sea Otter & Wildlife Quest, Historical Walk & Russian Dancers, Bike & Hike, and sea kayaking among others!
JuneauAlaska’s capital city was once part of Alaska’s Gold Rush. Take an afternoon hike through the wild frontiers surrounding the town or enjoy a quick tram ride up Mt. Roberts for spectacular views. Optional shore excursions include flight-seeing over 5 glaciers to a wonderful Alaskan salmon bake at a scenic nature lodge, nature hikes to the Mendenhall Glacier, kayaking, canoeing, and even whale watching.
SkagwayFew one-time boomtowns retain the flavor of the Gold Rush days like Skagway. This “Gateway to the Klondike” is preserved as a National Historic Park and features one of the oldest narrow-gauge railroads in existence. Step back in time and stroll the wooden boardwalks of this historic town. Optional shore excursions include kayaking, nature hikes, horseback riding, jeep adventures, or flight-seeing by helicopter or float plane.
Cruise Lynn Canal Stretching nearly 100 miles through some of Alaska's most breathtaking scenery, Lynn Canal is the longest glacial fjord in North America. As you cruise through this regal landscape you'll be awed by hanging glaciers, towering waterfalls and majestic mountains. Ketchikan
Our Ship- Carnival ‘Spirit’
The
Carnival Spirit provides the perfect on-board experience as you
sail from one picturesque Alaskan port to the next. You’ll have
a front row seat as There’s so much to see and do in beautiful Southwest Alaska. Soak up frontier flavor in Juneau. Follow the gold rush trail from Skagway onboard the historic White Pass and Yukon Route Railroad. Catch a feisty salmon or visit a native village in Ketchikan. From dawn to Midnight Sun, the long days of sunlight make it easy to stay on the go. And so does our fabulous ship -the Spirit- which is a sanctuary for those who love cruising. This dazzling vessel boasts a multitude of dining and entertainment options to suit even the most eclectic tastes.
Amenities on board our ship include:
Daytime Activities Lots of activities including classes and even golf lessons (additional cost).
Dining Options Includes a first class dining experience including fresh lobster; a supper club for more intimate dining-reservations only-with a Manhattan-chic setting; and casual dining including extravagant midnight buffets and 24 hr pizza service, sushi bar and European style cafes.
Spa Facilities Includes state-of-the-art exercise equipment, jogging track & aerobics classes. Enjoy the steamroom & sauna or choose from the many spa features including massages & facials.
Nightlife Abounds Nightly you can enjoy spectacular stage shows, bars and nightclubs, dancing and live entertainment.
Nouveau Supper Club Pharaoh's Palace Show Lounge Cabaret Lounge Jazz Club Dance Club Shanghai Piano Bar Wedding Chapel Card Room Champions Sports Bar Chippendale Library Internet Cafe Lido Deck
Ship’s Information
Total Staterooms - 1,062 Ship length - 960 Registry - Panama
Carnival Cruise Line's Spirit Gulf of Alaska Cruise offers an eight-day, seven-night cruise from Anchorage (Whittier), Alaska to Vancouver, British Columbia. Experience the frontier towns, sheltered waterways and calving glaciers of the Inside Passage. Sail on along the Gulf of Alaska to explore the rugged south central coast with its snowcapped giants and majestic rivers of ice. It's a spectacular journey and a week you'll never forget.
Fine Print --Alaskan Cruise , July 23-30, 2008Your payment of the required deposit or full payment for a reservation on this trip constitutes consent and acknowledgement of all the provisions in this Fine Print listed below and in the Singles Travel Company General Terms and Conditions. Please make sure you read both of these important pieces of information and call us with any questions. Deposit- $350.00 deposit is due with your reservation. Deposits are due now! Lower priced cabins will sell out quickly. Final Payments- Final payments are due 80 days prior to the cruise. Any booking made after final payment will be based on what the cruise line has left in cabins, usually at a higher price and roommate assignments cannot be guaranteed after this date. Payments can be made by credit card or checks (made payable to Travel Advisors of Los Gatos). Cancellation Fees and Refunds- All cancellations must be in writing. For any cancellations made 91 days or more prior to departure date of trip, a full refund of the trip deposit will be provided, less a $50 cancellation service fee that will be charged to your credit card. For any cancellations 90 days or less prior to the trip date, no refund will be provided. After airline tickets are issued, airline cancellations are per the airline’s policy and/ or the cruise line if purchased through the cruise line operator. Travel insurance is highly recommended!
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Alaska
Cruise
beautiful Alaskan inside passage to the gorgeous Pacific
Northwest in Vancouver. Along the way, Alaska’s glaciers are
constantly crumbling, yet their power to inspire awe is never
dimmed. Watch as the Glaciers release their tenuous grip on the
land and crash into the waters and that’s just one of the
highlights on this majestic 7 night cruise. 
Alaska’s
first city is also known as the “Salmon Capital of the World”.
The city is built on steep hillsides along the water and
features a colorful and bustling port. Optional shore excursions
offered include tours of the Indian totem pole villages, a jeep
and canoe safari, an Alaskan Lumberjack show, a horse drawn
trolley, biking, jet boating and even a bear-watching excursion.
nature unveils each heart-pounding vista in addition to having
enormous windows in every social area, so even when you’re not
on deck, you can marvel at the panoramic views of glaciers,
fjords and flower-carpeted fields. 