Discovery Voyages 3 - Day Classic Voyage
Season
June 8 - Aug 5
Price
From $2,995
Start & End Ports
Start: Whittier
End: Whittier
Ship Name
Discovery
Take in the highlights of Prince William Sound Alaska on the small ship M/V Discovery. Cruise Barry Arm, with it’s massive tidewater glaciers backed by mountains to 13,00 feet. Explore the serene waters of Eaglek Bay and the spectacular Cascade Falls. Watch the antics of sea otters and Dall porpoises and keep an eye out for whales. The 3-Day Classic Discovery Voyage samples the natural wonders of northwestern Prince William Sound while leaving plenty of time for hiking, kayaking, and world-class photographic opportunities. This Voyage departs from Whittier, located approximately 1.5 hours south of Anchorage.
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Itinerary
Arrive in Anchorage and transfer on your own to your downtown Bed & Breakfast (included) for a comfortable night stay. Accommodations offer convenient access to the Anchorage Trail System, a network of developed hiking and bicycling trails throughout the Anchorage area. We recommend a walk or bike ride this afternoon or evening, if time allows. The views of the Alaska Range are spectacular! Dinner on own this evening. A great selection of restaurants are within easy walking distance of your B&B.
Van transfer pick up by Discovery staff at 10:00am for the scenic ride along Turnagain Arm, known for it’s tremendous tidal flats and frequent sightings of Beluga Whales. Continue south through the Chugach mountains to rendezvous with the captain and crew in Whittier for a warm welcome aboard the Discovery. While the crew prepares for departure, relax in the Discovery’s cozy salon and enjoy specially prepared appetizers of smoked salmon or halibut spread with crackers, fresh baked breads, fruits, and a plentiful selection of fine beverages.
After leaving Whittier, you will make your way leisurely through Passage Canal towards Eaglek Bay, taking time to watch for humpback whales, sea lions, tufted puffins, and other wildlife active in the area. If the salmon are running, there may be the opportunity to watch a fishing boat at work. Or, you might take the Zodiak ashore for a short hike if there is interest.
Awake to breakfast and a short cruise to a spectacular waterfall. If the salmon have returned to adjacent streams, black bears may be seen during low tide feeding. Optional shore rainforest hike or kayak the intimate shoreline with small coves and bays to explore or enjoy the magical scenery from the comfort of the Discovery.
Depending on interests, this day will unfold accordingly. Spend the morning exploring the wonders of Harriman Fjord and Surprise Glacier. Countless waterfalls of every description cascade down from out of almost nowhere. Sea otters and harbor seals haul out on the floating ice which has recently crashed from the glacial face with a thunderous roar into the fiord in front of you. Hike along the shore among beached icebergs stranded by the ebbing tide, or take an upland hike for broad spectacular views of the Chugach mountain range and glacial valleys. Return to Anchorage in the evening.
Enjoy breakfast this morning at your Bed & Breakfast. Transfer on own to the airport for departures home, or you may choose to extend your stay in Alaska.