Alaskan Vistas & California Coast Star

Tour Information

Enjoy two nights in stunning San Francisco before travelling by rail to Seattle where you’ll have time to explore before boarding the Norwegian Star 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 - San Francisco
Fly to San Francisco and transfer independently to your four star hotel.
Overnight San Francisco.

Day 2

Wednesday - San Francisco
Time to explore this charming city. Ride historic cable cars over San Francisco’s hills and explore colourful Chinatown, or take a walk over the magnificent Golden Gate Bridge or a trip to Alcatraz.
Overnight San Francisco.

Day 3

Thursday - Rail to Seattle
Travel overnight by rail from San Francisco to Seattle.

Day 4

Friday - Arrive Seattle
Arrive in Seattle.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.
Overnight Seattle

Day 5

Saturday - Embark on the Norwegian Star Depart 4pm
Transfer to pier for embarkation on the Norwegian Star. Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.

Day 6

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

Day 7

Monday - Ketchikan Arrive 7am Depart 3pm
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 8

Tuesday - Juneau Arrive 7am Depart 1.30pm
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.
Tuesday - Cruise Sawyer Glacier
Cruise to the Sawyer Glacier, where mountains meet, creating a spectacular scene of glaciers and huge icebergs.

Day 9

Wednesday - Skagway Arrive 7am Depart 5pm
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 - Prince Rupert Arrive 4pm Depart 10pm
Prince Rupert was once a major fishing and timber port. Fish, hike, white-water kayak or canoe. It’s up to you.

Day 11

Friday - At Sea

Day 12

Saturday - 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 13

Sunday
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 Star offers 13 superb choices for dining, with tempting selections that range from Asian fusion and French Mediterranean to all-American. Activities and facilities include Star Club Casino, Splash Down Kids Pool, The Oasis Pool, Indoor Lap Pool and Jacuzzi, 6 Hot Tubs, Barong Spa, Barong Fitness Center, Stardust Theater, Barong Juice Bar, Jogging/Walking Track, Internet Cafe, Basketball/Volleyball Court, Golf Driving Net, Cinema & Auditorium, The Galleria Shops, Port o’Call, Starlight Chapel, Shuffles Card Room, LifeStyles Room, The Library, Planet Kids, Havana Club, Wine Cellar Teen 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
• Two nights in San Francisco at a four star hotel
• Amtrak rail between San Francisco and Seattle (overnight)
• One night in Seattle at a four star hotel
• Seven nights NCL Freestyle cruising® on Norwegian Star (based on Inside Stateroom)
• All onboard meals and entertainment
• All government fees and taxes, airline taxes and fuel surcharges included