Alaskan Vistas by Rail & Cruise 2010 NCL Pearl

Tour Information

Start with a stay in Calgary before setting off for two days of rail travel on the Rocky Mountaineer, passing through magnificent scenery in Canada’s west and the Canadian Rockies. The RedLeaf coach service lets you enjoy the views with extended legroom. After disembarking in Vancouver and exploring the city, head to Seattle where you will board the brand new Norwegian Pearl to cruise up to Alaska. NCL’s exclusive Freestyle Cruising® means that if want to walk on a glacier- you can. And there’s no problem if you want to watch whales or check out the amazing scenery. But, if you’d rather be winning in the casino or relaxing in the spa, you can do that too. This style of cruising allows you to experience what you want, when you want.

Day 1

Tuesday - London - Calgary
Fly to Calgary and transfer independently to your four star hotel in downtown Calgary.

Day 2-3

Wednesday/Thursday - Rocky Mountaineer
Join the Rocky Mountaineer for two days travelling through the Canadian west and the Rockies from Calgary to Vancouver, with all travel during daylight hours. Wednesday night is spent in a hotel in Kamloops, and Thursday night in Vancouver.

Day 4

Friday - Vancouver
Time to enjoy the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver at your leisure. Vancouver has a stunning setting on a natural harbour, with a mountainous backdrop. As well as excellent shopping there are plenty of attractions to explore.
Overnight Vancouver

Day 5

Saturday - Vancouver - Seattle
Travel from Vancouver to Seattle where you will spend the night. On a clear day the Seattle skyline is stunning. On rainy days there is much to do and see under cover. Take a ferry across the Sound or check out the view atop the Space Needle.

Day 6

Sunday - Embark on the Norwegian Pearl Cruise Departs 4pm
Transfer to pier for embarkation on the Norwegian Pearl. Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.

Day 7

Monday - Cruise the Inside Passage
Travel though epic scenery, with glaciated mountains, countless islands, roaring waterfalls and virgin forests.

Day 8

Tuesday - Juneau Arrive 2pm Depart 10pm
Quite possibly the most beautiful state capital of all with Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts in the background. Take time to visit its scenic attractions, including one of the world’s only drive-to glaciers, the Mendenhall or shop in the historical district with buildings dating back to the early 1900’s.

Day 9

Wednesday - Skagway Arrive 7am Depart 9pm
Gateway to the Klondike Gold Rush in the Yukon. Hike to the 300 feet high Reid Falls from the cemetery in town or visit downtown Broadway where you will experience a true sense of frontier, boomtown life.

Day 10

Thursday - Cruise Glacier Bay

Day 11

Friday - Ketchikan Arrive 6am Depart 1.30pm
Just three miles long by three miles wide, Ketchikan is Alaska’s first city is a lively place. Walk the old boardwalk along Ketchikan Creek in search of shops and cafes or visit the replica totem poles which are on display at Totem Bight State Historical Park. .

Day 12

Saturday - Victoria Arrive 6pm Depart 11.59pm
Rudyard Kipling once described Victoria as "Brighton Pavilion with the Himalayas for a backdrop."

Day 13

Sunday - Seattle Arrive 8am
Arrive back in Seattle in the early morning. Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking. Transfer to the airport for your return flight.

Day 14

Monday
Arrive back after your overnight flight.

Cabins
All staterooms have television, refrigerator, safe and bathroom with shower and hair dryer. All lower beds convert to a queen bed. Suites and penthouses feature floor-to-ceiling glass doors and a private balcony.

Ship Activities
Norwegian Pearl features 12 unique places to eat and 11 exciting bars and lounges. Activities and facilities include: Bowling, Tahitian Pool, Body Waves Fitness Center, Hot Tubs, Kid’s Pool, South Pacific Spa and Beauty Salon, Stardust Theater, Pearl Club Casino, Art Gallery and Internet Cafe, Jogging/Walking Track, Basketball/Volleyball/ Tennis Court, Trade Routes Boutiques, The Chapel, Card Room LifeStyle Room, The Library, Aqua Kid’s Club, Metro Center, Video Arcade, Photo Gallery, Corona Cigar Club.

Entertainment
Simply relax with your own agenda or try activities from the new LifeStyle Program, featuring shore excursions, art auctions, health and wellness programs, cooking demonstrations and all kinds of activities to challenge your mind and body.

What's Included

• Transatlantic scheduled flights
• One night in Calgary at a four star hotel
• Rocky Mountaineer two-day RedLeaf Service
• One night accommodation in Kamloops
• Two nights staying at a four star hotel in Vancouver
• One night accommodation in Seattle
• Seven nights NCL Freestyle cruising® on Norwegian Pearl (based on Inside Stateroom)
• All onboard meals and entertainment
• All government fees and taxes, airline taxes and fuel surcharges included