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TABLE OF CONTENTS THE CELEBRITY CRUISETOUR DIFFERENCE 4–7 THE ONBOARD EXPERIENCE 8–9 THE ALASKA CRUISE 10–13 EXCURSIONS 14–15 ALASKA INLAND DESTINATIONS 16–25 INCLUDED EXPERIENCES 26–29 ALASKA LODGINGS 30–31 ALASKA CRUISETOUR DAILY DETAILS 34–57 CANADA CRUISETOURS 58–59 CANADA CRUISETOUR DETAILS 60–61 CELEBRITY MILLENNIUM DECK PLANS 62–65 CELEBRITY ECLIPSE DECK PLANS 66–69 Photo: Denali Mountain. 1
Refined JOURNEYS IN WILD ALASKA To experience Alaska to its fullest, you need to travel into the On the Kenai Peninsula, glacier-covered mountains descend With a Celebrity Cruisetour, you’ll enjoy the best of Alaska by interior, where communities remain intimately connected to the steeply into bays abundant with marine life. Journey north to combining a seven-night sailing with a multi-night land tour land, where wild animals roam free as they have for thousands Denali National Park, where a single road crosses this vast into the state’s magnificent inland destinations. Stay in the fin- of years, and where native peoples preserve and protect their untouched wilderness of tundra and taiga forests that are home est available lodges and travel on remote roads and railways cultures and traditions. On an Alaska cruise, you’ll journey along to a stunning array of wildlife and North America’s tallest peak. in the comfort of deluxe transportation. All guided by local the state’s southeastern coastline, experiencing the beauty and Connect with the men and women who are as diverse as the Alaskan Tour Directors, who are passionate about sharing wonder of glaciers, nature’s ever-changing and fragile master- landscapes they inhabit: from cosmopolitan city dwellers and their Alaska with you. Every aspect of your journey has been pieces. With a Celebrity Cruisetour, you’ll discover and explore members of indigenous communities to anglers and mountain- carefully curated to deliver the Last Frontier — on your terms. so much more. eers, all are part of the fascinating, unique culture that is Alaska. To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a Left clockwise: Humpback Whale off the Kenai Peninsula; Native Alaskan; Brown Bears; Guest enjoying Alaskan King Crab. 3 Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor.
See THE CELEBRITY CRUISETOUR DIFFERENCE Alaska is so much more than its legends and myths. Boasting Few people know and love Alaska like those who live there, lively farmers markets, modern art galleries, and fine dining, and the Tour Directors on a Celebrity Cruisetour are chosen for 21st-century Alaska blends urban life with the great outdoors in their deep roots and connections to the local communities. BEYOND its towns and cities surrounded by wilderness. Your Tour Director will focus on your interests and preferences and offer tailored Part raconteur of everyday Alaskan life. Part wildlife hobbyist. Part concierge, taking care of the small details like hotel check-in. THE SCENERY suggestions to ensure you make the most of every destination. Whether you want to explore the neighborhood trail where locals hike or get insider tips on which restaurants serve unique The dedicated Tour Directors on a Celebrity Cruisetour are passionate about sharing their home, and bringing you seamless service, local knowledge, and the best of the interior. regional specialties, your Tour Director will have you covered. To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a 5 Photo: Tour Guide and Guests in Denali. Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor.
A Rest THE CELEBRITY CRUISETOUR DIFFERENCE 360 – DEGREE VIEW OF PEACEFULLY THE ALASKAN WILDERNESS IN WILD ALASKA With miles of pristine wilderness, the Alaskan cross-coun- try journey is as inspiring as the destinations you’ll explore. A highlight of every Celebrity Cruisetour is a scenic ride on the railway that extends from Anchorage to Fairbanks. Relax aboard the Wilderness Express rail- cars which offer 360-degree views from dome windows, reclining leather seats, and spacious interiors. Enjoy fine cuisine prepared by the onboard chef in the lower-level dining section, along with full bar service at your seat, while you learn about the wilderness and the region’s rich history from your onboard host who provides com- mentary. With custom features like an outdoor viewing platform, the railcars of the Wilderness Express were designed to highlight Alaska’s spectacular scenery. Alaska is vast, and its remote villages and far-flung cities and towns are a reflection of the intrepid spirit of its early pioneers. Celebrity uses luxury motor coaches On your Celebrity Alaska Cruisetour, you’ll stay in the finest The lodge selection reflects our commitment to providing to travel the miles of scenic highways that connect these lodgings available in the Alaskan interior. These boutique matchless accommodations in areas of outstanding natural communities. Relax in comfort onboard the motor coach and local properties range from the luxurious Alyeska Resort, beauty, while also keeping you close to Alaska’s unique reserved exclusively for your Celebrity Cruisetour. whose amenities include a heated pool with mountain views, to communities. These hotels and lodges offer our guests comfort, Your professional driver is dedicated to more than the charmingly rustic Denali Park Village, whose buildings are service, and authentic regional style for restful nights in the heart the road, highlighting the sights along the way and tucked into a forested 20-acre site along the Nenana River. of every destination. providing point-to-point luggage service throughout the Cruisetour. To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a 7 Left clockwise: Wilderness Express Rail Carriage; Guests on Wilderness Express; Alyeska Hotel; Pikes Waterfront Lodge; Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge. Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor.
THE ONBOARD EXPERIENCE Explore the Last Frontier on ships as modern and luxurious as Alaska is timeless and rugged. With Celebrity Cruises, you’ll encounter fine cuisine, exquisite design, luxurious accommoda- As tions, and superlative service—everything you want before you even know you want it. Discover irresistible flavors and aromas in several distinc- tive restaurants on board, with menus crafted by our Miche- lin-starred chef. Enjoy perfect pairings at every meal, with the help of expert sommeliers and our award-winning wine list of more than 400 labels. Dine in our stunning main restaurants, complimentary for all guests; the inventive Blu, reserved for STUNNING INSIDE AS THE SCENERY OUTSIDE AquaClass guests; or the eclectic Luminae, exclusively for suite guests. Encounter specialty dining for every taste, from succulent steaks and pastas (Tuscan Grille) and seafood so fresh it almost leaps onto your plate (Sushi on Five) to a little animated dinner theater (Le Petit ChefTM). Later, find bars and lounges for every mood. Take in a Broadway-caliber theater performance. Challenge Lady Luck in the casino. You can do as much or as little as you please. At the end of each exciting day, you’ll retire to a luxurious state- room or suite, with amenities that rival any boutique resort and service so intuitive that you’ll suspect we’re reading your mind. Celebrity Millennium is the first ship to graduate from The Celebrity Revolution, a $500 million modernization of our entire award-winning fleet, with redesigned staterooms, suites, and spaces. Discover Alaska with us, and you’ll be transformed as well. To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a Top clockwise: Celebrity Millennium docked at Icy Strait Point; Verandah Stateroom; Sunset Bar; The Retreat Lounge; The Retreat Sun Deck. 9 Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor.
Small THE ALASKA CRUISE ARCTIC OCEAN TOWNS ALASKA USA Arctic Circle BIG ADVENTURES Fairbanks s Denali a in National Denali u nt Park 20,320 ft. Al as ka Ra YUKON o M Denali ng e CANADA Talkeetna im kw s ko Anchorage Alyeska (Girdwood) Ku Kenai National Wildlife Refuge Kenai Fjords Seward Chugach M t n Hubbard Glacier National Park s. Homer Skagway Prince Yakutat William Bay Glacier Juneau t In Sound le Bay k National Bering C oo Park Sea Icy Strait Point BRITISH COLUMBIA ALBERTA Ketchikan Alaska Inside Passage CANADA CANADA Gulf of Queen ueen en Capital port/City of call Alaska Charlotte rlot lott ott ot tttt Jasper Islands nds dss Port/City of call Lake Louise Departure port PACIFIC OCEAN Banff Landmark Calgary Train Behold Vancouver Island Motor coach Flight Inside Passage Vancouver CANADA USA 7 Night Northbound Alaska Cruise Victoria or 7 Night Southbound Alaska Cruise Discover powerful glaciers, impressive wildlife, Icy Strait Point – Beyond the active adventures — like watching Ketchikan – Admire the many totem poles and explore the rich and scenic villages. the whales, hiking the trails, and flying one of the highest and vein of indigenous culture in this quintessential Alaskan town. Watch the mammoth glaciers that continue to carve this dramatic longest ZipRiders — this is a place for learning the traditions and Fly over Misty Fjords National Monument and look down on coastline. Explore scenic villages and majestic scenery home to cultures of the native Tlingit people. thousand-foot-tall waterfalls. Then catch a lumberjack show. EACH MILE OF a stunning array of wildlife. Breathe fresh mountain air and taste Juneau – Alaska’s state capital can only be reached by air Skagway – Return to the 1890s Klondike Gold Rush in this former salmon, halibut, and king crab right at the source. or the sea. With more hiking trails than roads, Juneau welcomes boomtown, where prospectors launched their treks deep into THIS AMAZING Celebrity Millennium departs each Friday for seven glorious nights northbound from Vancouver or southbound from Seward. you for a tram ride up the side of Mount Roberts, dog sledding on the huge Mendenhall Glacier, and whale watching in scenic the rugged Yukon goldfields. You can still ride the White Pass Railway here and pan for gold yourself. COAST Celebrity Eclipse departs each Sunday for seven nights round- trip from Vancouver. Auke Bay. Along the way, you’ll visitLos fiveAngeles USA or six of the most enchanting Catalina Island destinations in the Great Northwest: the Inside Passage, Ketchikan, Juneau, Icy Strait Point,USA Skagway, Hubbard Glacier, and Seward. Embark on the land portion of your Cruisetour either before or after your sailing.USA San Francisco To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a 11 CALIFORNIA Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor. Photo: Creek Street, Ketchikan. USA WASHINGTON
THE ALASKA CRUISE Awe-inspiring HUBBARD GLACIER Comprised of the longest river of ice in North America, calving — breathtaking moments when ice cleaves off the wall in beginning in Canada and flowing 76 miles to Russell Fjord, the enormous pieces that can reach the size of five-story buildings. glacier originates at Mount Logan, the continent’s second-tallest With calving occurring on a daily basis, Hubbard Glacier offers mountain. And while 95% of the world’s glaciers are retreating, the best opportunity to observe glacial processes as they unfold Hubbard Glacier is still advancing. — a true once-in-a-lifetime experience. Your captain will slowly turn the ship into Yakutat Bay, navigating the awe-inspiring As the largest advancing tidewater glacier in North America, sight of the wall of ice that stretches seven miles wide. Enjoy Hubbard Glacier’s terminal face is the dramatic end of a incredible picture-perfect views from just about anywhere as process that began 450 years ago as snowfall on the slopes our dedicated onboard naturalist narrates the natural drama of Mount Logan. Where it meets the sea, the blue wall of ice as it unfolds. rises 350 feet above the waterline and extends 250 feet below. Forward movement of up to 36 feet per day results in regular To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a Photo: Hubbard Glacier. 13 Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor.
Wake EXCURSIONS Denali Flyer (Talkeetna) Explore Denali, the tallest mountain in North America, and the surrounding range and wilderness on a flightseeing trip that takes UP EVERY DAY you within six miles of the magnificent Kahiltna Glacier. Take in views only mountaineers and a TO NEW ADVENTURES select few get to see. Fly to the remote western end of Denali National Park and see Denali, Mt. Foraker, and Mt. Hunter, above the longest glacier in Denali National Park. Scenic Mountain Ascent and World’s Longest ZipRider (Icy Strait Point) Soar 300 feet above the treetops on the world’s longest ZipRider. En route to the mountainside starting point, relax on the scenic ride through the village of Hoonah, home to the indigenous Tlingit people. Husky Homestead (Denali) Join an intimate group to meet champion sled dogs at the Husky Homestead. Enjoy a person- al tour of the homestead kennel of four-time Iditarod champion Jeff King. Meet the champion canines, cuddle the puppies, and see the huskies’ summertime training. Highlighted excursions are examples only. Your excursions during your Land Tour must be booked directly with your Tour Director. For details on Shore Excursions available during your cruise, visit www.celebritycruises.com/ shore-excursions Arriving at your destination is just the beginning of the journey. discover the local culture, cuisine, and your own style of adven- over the Alaskan wilderness, there’s a world of possibilities in the On your Celebrity Cruisetour, you’ll enjoy a balance of included ture. Explore further with Celebrity’s Shore Excursions during the Frontier State. The optional adventures featured here represent experiences and free time to explore on your own. Alaska’s ports, cruise and Land Excursions during the land tour. From savoring a sampling from the complete program available on your protected parks, and wilderness areas offer diverse ways to local flavors in the next port of call to thrilling flightseeing tours Celebrity Cruisetour. To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a Left clockwise: Rafting on the Nenana River; Denali Flyer; Scenic Mountain Ascent and World’s Largest ZipRider; Husky Homestead. 15 Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor.
ALASKA INLAND DESTINATIONS Journey DEEPER INTO THE LAST FRONTIER To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a Photo: Brown Bear at Brooks Falls. 17 Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor.
ALASKA INLAND DESTINATIONS DENALI Enter the vast expanse of subarctic wilderness that is one of Earth’s last frontiers: Denali National Park, home to abundant wildlife and magnificent vistas. Denali National Park boasts six million acres of pristine wild land. Great One towers over the summits of the surrounding Alaska The varied subarctic landscape is home to grizzly bears, moose, Range. The view on a clear day is a profoundly impressive sight. caribou, Dall sheep, and wolves, as well as endangered birds. Wild animals roam as they have for millennia through unspoiled The highly protected backcountry that makes up the majority backcountry of taiga forest, alpine tundra, and snow-capped of the park is cleaved only by a solitary road. It runs 92 miles, peaks. The sheer expanse of wilderness, the solitude of the stretching through evergreen forests into the higher elevations single road, and the park’s status as one of the last true, intact, that offer open views of the tundra-covered slopes and river subarctic ecosystems makes Denali one of the best places in the valleys, all framed by the indomitable Alaska Range. United State to view wildlife in their natural habitat. And while the backcountry’s pristine wilderness is protected, De- The Visitor Center offers fascinating natural history exhibits, nali’s front country is open to a range of activities. Flightsightsee- films, and the opportunity to meet and speak to rangers about ing planes soar over the mountains for breathtaking views, while Denali National Park, including its centerpiece mountain, Denali. rafting on the Nenana River can be a gentle float or a thrilling At 20,320 feet, Denali is North America’s highest peak, and is white-water ride. Denali National Parks unique landscape still growing. Rising miles into the sky, the mountain known as the offers both active adventures and time in unspoiled nature. To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a Left clockwise: View of Denali Mountain; Bear on Denali Park Road; Caribou; Bald Eagle; Denali Summit. 19 Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor.
ALASKA INLAND DESTINATIONS FAIRBANKS HOMER Alaska’s most remote city is also its second largest, a gold-rush boomtown that today is a regional In the “halibut capital of the world,” moose wander the streets amid bohemian locals, working hub for culture and recreation. fishermen, and outdoor adventurers from the city. Born of a turn-of-the-century trader who found himself stranded and countryside, while also offering a glimpse into Alaska’s rich Spectacular landscapes line your route all the way to the end Stroll the Spit, a natural causeway extending into Kachemak in what is present-day downtown, Fairbanks was founded when interior traditions. of the road, which leads to this charming fishing village, artist Bay, and you may spot eagles soaring overhead. Join a fishing gold was discovered nearby and the trading post blossomed colony, and hippie hangout. Feeling more like Cape Cod trip or watch for whales, porpoise, and seals during the ferry into a thriving city that outlasted its gold-rush boom. Today, Exploring Fairbanks means participating in the experiences that than a pioneer town — except for the moose that share the ride to the town of Halibut Cove. It is surrounded by Kachemak locals pride themselves on their independence and endurance, contribute to the city’s description as “extremely Alaska.” Pan for streets — Homer buzzes with seafood shacks, ice cream shops, Bay State Park, Alaska’s first state park, offering 400,000 acres with many descended from Native Peoples and the gold-rush gold in one of the many creeks that still turn up flakes of gold, or art galleries, and craft centers. of mountains, glaciers, and forests. prospectors whose self-sufficiency was the driving force of the admire the native art treasures on display at the Museum of the town’s conception. North, whose shimmering contours reflect the mountain ranges Refuel with a hearty chowder or savory quiche, followed by In summer, outdoor adventurers from Anchorage, four hours that encircle it. With the locals playing late, including a mid- heavenly pastries. Check out the farmers’ market, whose north, flock to this area to fish, kayak, hike, and bike. You might Fairbanks hugs the northern bank of the Chena River that night-sun baseball game held every solstice, your list of options vendors draw residents and visitors with freshly shucked oysters spot wild bears from trails that wind through the old-growth converges with the Tanana River. The sternwheelers that to explore is as long as the summer nights. and locally brewed kombucha. As the “halibut capital of the spruce forests and parallel the postcard-perfect glaciers, lakes, navigate these waters afford breathtaking views of the city world,” this place brims with fresh seafood. and ridges. To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a Left to right: Riverboat Discovery Sternwheeler on the Chena River; Homer Spit. 21 Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor.
ALASKA INLAND DESTINATIONS ANCHORAGE SEWARD A cosmopolitan city perched on the edge of the wilderness, Anchorage is a gateway to natural On the shores of Resurrection Bay, this history-rich port town is nestled against the attractions and the state’s center for the preservation of Alaskan Native cultures. glacier-covered Kenai Mountains, and offers access to inspiring landscapes, incredible marine life, and exciting natural spectacles like calving glaciers. Blending cosmopolitan excitement and the great outdoors, the Knowles Coastal Trail. And long summers days mean more time The pristine wilderness of the Kenai Peninsula is home to nesting vation over very steep terrain. Runners race over gullies, ice, and city has a youthful exuberance that contributes to its lively night- to explore its natural beauty and sample its innovative frontier seabirds, countless islands, wetlands, and breathtaking coastal snow, using their hands to haul themselves to the finish line. And, life, eclectic dining, and adventuresome atmosphere. fare late into the sunlit evening. views. And, as the gateway to the Kenai Fjords National Park, when not racing up mountains, you can find stalwart locals at city the Harding Icefield — an expanse of ice and snow created over watering holes and dining spots, where you can savor Alaskan Beyond the city limits of “Alaska’s Big Apple,” nature commands Anchorage is home to Native Peoples from around the state, 23,000 years ago — is easily within reach, and culminates in 40 seafood, prepared fresh from the ocean to serve on your plate. the terrain. As many as 60 glaciers are located within an hour’s making the city the destination for discovering the history, art, glaciers that dramatically calve into the sea. Throngs of wildlife drive. Urbanites can go for an icy hike by day, and by night enjoy and crafts at the heart of the Alaskan indigenous cultures. The course below the surface of the glacial waters and glide above Situated at a grand natural intersection where bays and fjords Anchorage under the late evening sun, socializing at a down- Anchorage Museum preserves an extensive collection of native them. Pods of humpback whales are known to breach when hunt- stretching south to the Pacific meet the crested wilderness — town brewery over a local craft beer. Even on weekdays it’s not art, spanning prehistoric times to the present day. And the ing, seals and sea lions lounge on rocky outcroppings, and bald and connected to communities extending northwards via the uncommon to find a suited city worker angling for a catch on a Alaskan artifacts at the Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center were eagles soar overhead. famously scenic Seward Highway — Seward is emblematic of the lunch break. curated and interpreted with help from the Alaska Native Heri- wildly beautiful state that is Alaska. tage Center, a renowned cultural center and an exciting place The rugged landscape suits Seward’s hardy locals well. Every Unlike any other American city, Anchorage boasts 250 miles of to connect with indigenous residents. July 4th, Seward’s runners race 1.5 miles up and down Mount trails, sees moose passing through its neighborhoods, and is Marathon. Starting at sea level, the race rises 3,000 feet in ele- visited by whales that surface in the waters alongside the Tony To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a Left to right: Anchorage City at night; Seward Harbor. 23 Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor.
ALASKA INLAND DESTINATIONS ALYESKA TALKEETNA Nestled in a glacier-carved valley surrounded by the grandeur of the Chugach Mountains, Alyeska Situated on three rivers in sight of the great mountain, Talkeetna offers breathtaking views, a folksy offers stunning views at every turn. frontier spirit, endless outdoor activities, and the unique ambience of its eclectic Main Street. Tucked in a luxuriant glacier-carved valley, encircled by the The luxurious Hotel Alyeska Resort is the attraction of the area, Among climbers, Talkeetna is recognized as the ideal staging able way to experience the magnificence of “The Great One” — Chugach Mountains and bordering a temperate rainforest, offering a perfect blend of service and hospitality while keeping ground for preparations to summit Denali. Mountaineers from from seasoned bush pilots taking you up into the skies and over Girdwood is a playground for the artists and extreme athletes you connected to the beauty of your surroundings. around the world start here, filling the town’s hotels and bars with the awe-inspiring north face, to leisurely hikes on quiet trails and who call her home. Meandering up Mt. Alyeska along the trails expedition excitement. With a population of under 1,000, Talkeet- river rafting down the glacier-fed Talkeetna River. checkered with wildflowers to enjoy sensational views, is as pure Journey to the top of the mountain on the Aerial Tram. From na has a small but lively local community dedicated to keeping a Girdwood experience as a helicopter ride to an alpine camp, the 2,300-foot summit, the view of the seven hanging glaciers is the backcountry spirit of Alaska alive. The log cabin cafés, along Along Main Street, you’ll also find the full breadth of backcountry where Alaskan sled dogs are waiting to be driven. awe-inspiring. In addition to enjoying the wild outdoors, indulge with the heritage buildings of its historic Main Street, provide cuisine, from brew pubs to fine dining, as well as converted air in the extravagant indoors, with both casual and elegant dining a place where you can mill with the bohemians, aviators, and streams serving signature dishes. During your time here, you’ll perched on the mountain top, or relax at the spa in its lush adventurers who call the town home. see how the town embodies her unofficial motto, ‘“Talkeetna, valley setting. where the road ends and life begins.” The town’s unique location offers breathtaking views of the tall- est peak in North America and provides access to every imagin- To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a Left to right: Alyeska Mountain; View of Denali Mountain from Talkeetna. 25 Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor.
Where INCLUDED EXPERIENCES TRAVEL ENDS Riverboat Discovery (Fairbanks) Cruise down the Chena River on the Riverboat Discovery stern- wheeler. The family-owned boats have sailed down Fairbanks’ ADVENTURES BEGIN Chena River for generations. See a bush floatplane take off beside the boat and learn about the role of these pilots in open- ing up the Alaskan interior. Visit an Athabascan Indian village A Celebrity Cruisetour offers the ideal balance of included experiences and free time to and discover native culture. Cruise past the family home of an explore on your own. On every Cruisetour, you’ll take a narrated wilderness journey into Iditarod champion to see how the sled dogs are trained. the heart of Denali National Park. On select Cruisetours, you’ll enjoy included experiences that showcase the special qualities of each destination. These adventures are among the highlights. Gold Dredge 8 (Fairbanks) Travel on the narrow gauge Tanana Valley Railroad, where you’ll hear tales about prospectors who first flocked to this region hoping to strike it rich. Years later, between 1928 and 1959, Gold Dredge 8 played a key role in the economy of the Tanana Valley. See the mechanized operation that has been named a national engineering landmark and learn about the Trans-Alaska Pipe- line’s importance to domestic oil production. Gold-rush history then comes alive during a tour of the working mining camp, where you can pan for gold. Denali Natural History Tour and Tundra Wilderness Tour (Denali) Journey into the highly-protected backcountry of Denali National Park. You’ll drive through taiga-subarctic evergreen forests, into the higher elevations that offer open views of the tundra-covered slopes and river valleys, and enjoy expansive, breathtaking views of the Alaska Range, including Denali, North America’s tallest mountain. On the Denali Natural History Tour, venture 30 miles into the park, enjoying interpretive programs and award-winning presentations that showcase how the wild landscape influenced Alaska Natives and inspired early pioneers. The Tundra Wilderness Tour enables you to explore further, traveling up to 62 miles into the park, with more opportu- nities to see the mountain and wildlife. Photo: Orca, Kenai Peninsula. To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a 27 Left clockwise: Orca on the Kenai Peninsula; Riverboat Discovery Sternwheeler; Panning at Gold Dredge 8; Caribou on Denali Park Road. Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor.
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (Alyeska) The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is a nonprofit wildlife refuge that is dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, education, and quality animal care. The injured and orphaned animals under care are treated and rehabilitat- ed, then released back into the wild. See black bears, wolves, caribou, elk, wood bison, moose, and many other species native to the state and learn about their habits and natural habitats. Resurrection Bay Wildlife Cruise (Seward) Soak in the stunning views on a coastal cruise around the Kenai Peninsula. Hear about the fascinating history of Resurrection Bay while viewing the jagged cliffs, seabirds, marine wildlife, and alpine glaciers, including the magnificent Bear Glacier. The narrated 4-hour journey takes you past forest, coves, and waters that form the natural habitat of species like orcas, sea otters, and bald eagles. You’ll travel to Fox Island, a remote and moun- tainous island nestled in Resurrection Bay, to savor a delicious buffet-style lunch of wild Alaska salmon and prime rib. Alaska SeaLife Center (Seward) Get up close and personal with puffins, octopuses, and sea lions, while learning about Alaska’s diverse marine life and ecosystem at the state’s only public aquarium and ocean wildlife rescue center. The Alaska SeaLife Center contributes to the scientific understanding of marine mammals, birds, and fish in the arctic and subarctic through research, animal care, and Alaska Native Heritage Center (Anchorage) other work by staff specialists. Discover the fascinating mosaic of Alaska Native cultures, traditions, and values through celebration and education at Alaska’s larg- est cultural center. Listen to stories and learn about the state’s 11 major cultural groups. Hear authentic native song and watch dance Highlighted Included Experiences are examples only, as program inclusions vary by performances. The entertaining and enlightening workshops, demonstrations, and guided tours of the indoor exhibits and outdoor Alaska Cruisetour. Please review the Daily Details on pages 34–57 for the specifics of each Cruisetour. village sites make this one of Anchorage’s most popular attractions. To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a Left clockwise: Alaska Native performance at Alaska Native Heritage Center; Bison at Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center; Breeching Whale on the Kenai Peninsula; Sea Lion at Alaska SeaLife Center. 29 Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor.
Your ALASKA LODGING ALASKAN HOME AWAY FROM HOME Cozy fireplaces, rushing rivers, wilderness trails at your doorstep, and spectacular views — our lodge selection reflects the Celebrity Cruisetours commitment to providing the finest accommodations available in areas of breathtaking natural beauty, while keeping you close to Alaska’s unique communities. The lodges embody the character of the natural landscape and the people who inhabit it, with access to Alaska’s unique cultural and culinary scenes. At these Alaska properties, you can enjoy an afternoon wilder- ness hike, bask in a saltwater pool, sit by a roaring fireplace, enjoy fresh Alaskan seafood, and unwind over a glass of wine alongside one of the state’s mighty rivers. ALYESKA RESORT DENALI PARK VILLAGE TALKEETNA ALASKAN LODGE PIKE’S WATERFRONT LODGE Alyeska Resort is an expansive luxury property in the heart of Set on the banks of the Nenana River and nestled in a lush Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge boasts breathtaking views of Denali Nestled on the historic banks of the Chena River, Pike’s Wa- Girdwood, a lush glacier-carved valley known for its stunning forest of spruce trees, Denali Park Village is just minutes from and the Alaska Range. Sit by a two-story fireplace built from terfront Lodge offers scenic views, with access to downtown Denali National Park Visitor Center, and the untamed wilder- the rocks of the Matanuska River, admiring the views as clouds attractions like the Museum of the North. Built from the ground beauty. Framed by the Chugach Mountains, Alyeska Resort ness beyond. Unwind over a glass of wine as the Nenana River dance around Denali’s towering summit, or enjoy a leisurely hike up by Alaskan native Lloyd Pike, Pike’s Landing was developed provides the perfect balance of natural solitude, adventure, and rushes by, admiring the breathtaking natural beauty from the on the surrounding trails. The lodge offers ease of access to from the original log structure that existed in 1959. The family-run luxury amenities. Enjoy wilderness trails right at your doorstep. outdoor deck. Take a leisurely stroll on trails surrounding your Talkeetna’s historic district and charmingly offbeat Main Street, lodge showcases works by Alaskan artists and operates its own Hike or bike, admiring the valley’s wildflowers and stunning lodge. Or embark on an adventurous hike on the property’s where you can meet the aviators and adventurers who call the greenhouse that supplies Pike’s kitchen with fresh vegetables all mountain views. Indulge in a four diamond dining experience, more rugged trails. With incredible views of the Alaska Range, town home. summer long. savoring culinary delicacies at 2,300 feet. See the seven hang- and its location in the heart of the Alaskan interior, Denali Park ing glaciers and explore the world’s northernmost rainforest. Village offers spectacular access to the natural beauty of After an adventure-packed day, rejuvenate at Alyeska Resort’s Denali National Park. spa or unwind in the saltwater pool. To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a Highlighted accommodations are examples, as accommodations vary by Alaska Cruisetour. Please review the Daily Details on pages 34–57 for the specifics of each Cruisetour. 31 Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor.
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ALASKA CRUISETOUR DAILY DETAILS ALASKA CRUISETOUR OVERVIEW ALASKA AUTHENTIC MAJESTIC GRAND GREAT HOMER DISCOVERY DENALI TALKEETNA ALASKA WILDLIFE ALASKA MOUNTAIN GREAT NATIONAL GOLD RUSH TASTES OF TUNDRA HEARTLAND FRONTIER AND HEARTLAND Cruisetour Name EXPRESS TREASURES ENCOUNTER MEDLEY PARKS EXPEDITION ADVENTURE ALASKA EXPLORER ADVENTURE EXPEDITION WILDLIFE 11A 1A/B 3A/B 5A/B 6A/B 2A/B 9A/B 4A/B 7A/B 8A/B 10A/B Total Cruisetour 9 Nights 10 Nights 10 Nights 10 Nights 11 Nights 11 Nights 12 Nights 12 Nights 13 Nights 13 Nights 13 Nights Nights 7-Night Alaska 7-Night Alaska 7-Night Alaska 7-Night Alaska 7-Night Alaska 7-Night Alaska 7-Night Alaska 7-Night Alaska 7-Night Alaska 7-Night Alaska 7-Night Alaska Cruise Nights Northbound Glacier Northbound/Southbound Northbound/Southbound Northbound/Southbound Northbound/Southbound Northbound/Southbound Northbound/Southbound Northbound/Southbound Northbound/Southbound Northbound/Southbound Northbound/Southbound & Name Cruise Glacier Cruise Glacier Cruise Glacier Cruise Glacier Cruise Glacier Cruise Glacier Cruise Glacier Cruise Glacier Cruise Glacier Cruise Glacier Cruise Rail Leg Included Seward Dock Walk and Resurrection Bay Wildlife Salmon Tasting, Alaska Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise with Fox Island Alaska Native Heritage Homer Dock Walk, Native Heritage Center Tundra Wilderness Cruise, Alaska Lunch, Anchorage Center, Tundra Islands & Oceans Center Alaska Wildlife Alaska SeaLife Center, Denali Natural and Eskimo Ice Cream, Tour, Fairbanks City Alaska SeaLife Center, Native Heritage Center, City Tour, Anchorage Wilderness Tour, Denali Presentation - Denali Natural Conservation Center, Denali Natural Included Experiences History Tour*, Fairbanks Alaska Brewery Tasting, Tour, Denali Natural History Tundra Wilderness Tour, Museum, Denali Natural Fairbanks City Tour, ‘Welcome to the Sub History Tour Denali Natural History History Tour*, Wildlife City Tour, Gold Dredge 8 Kahiltna Birch Company Riverboat Discovery Tour* Fairbanks City Tour, History Tour*, Riverboat Discovery Arctic’ Tour* Conservation Center Tasting, Cruise Riverboat Discovery Fairbanks City Tour, Cruise, Museum Tundra Wilderness Tour Denali Natural History Cruise Riverboat Discovery of the North Farm Visit Tour Cruise Fairbanks 2 Nights 2 Nights 2 Nights 1 Night 2 Nights Denali 1 Night 1 Night 1 Night 1 Night 1 Night 2 Nights 2 Nights 1 Night 2 Nights 2 Nights 2 Nights Talkeetna 1 Night 1 Night 1 Night 1 Night 1 Night 1 Night Anchorage 1 Night 1 Night 1 Night 1 Night 1 Night 1 Night 1 Night 1 Night 1 Night Alyeska 1 Night 1 Night 1 Night Seward 1 Night 1 Night Homer 2 Nights I ndicates package will include travel aboard the Wilderness Express, glass-domed, double-decker railcars which offer extraordinary views, attentive service, and a menu of locally inspired culinary sensations. * Upgrade to the Tundra Wilderness Tour is available through your Tour Director for an additional fee. To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a 35 Left to right: Brown Bears in Katmai National Park; Hubbard Glacier; Dall Sheep; Celebrity Millennium. Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor.
ALASKA CRUISETOUR DAILY DETAILS 9-Night Denali Express Cruisetour (11A Northbound) 11A INCLUDED EXPERIENCES Celebrity Millennium Denali Natural History Tour 7 Night Cruise | Alaska Northbound Glacier Cruise Rail Talkeetna to Anchorage 2 Night Land Tour | Denali and Anchorage 2021 Start Dates: May 14, May 28, Jun 11, Jun 25, Jul 9, Jul 23, Aug 6, Aug 20 Limited time shouldn’t limit your experiences. Explore Denali — the highlight of the Last Frontier — on this two-night journey into the interior. Day 1-8—Cruise: Day 10—Sunday | Anchorage: Denali 7-night sailing from Vancouver to Seward. • Your Tour Director will see that you are transferred to the Anchorage airport for your Day 8—Friday | Seward | Anchorage | Talkeetna flight home. Denali: Anchorage • Travel by deluxe motor coach to Seward Anchorage, the largest city in Alaska. Enjoy Cruise a city tour featuring key sights and historic Gulf of landmarks, after which you’ll continue to Alaska spectacular Denali. PACIFIC OCEAN • From 5:00 p.m., Denali is yours to discover. Experience the region’s untamed beauty Port/City of call Departure port via a range of optional activities, such as Train Motor coach Cruise bush pilots taking you up into the skies, leisurely hikes on quiet trails, and river rafting down the Nenana River. Overnight at Denali Park Village. Day 9—Saturday | Denali | Anchorage: • Begin your day immersed in Alaska’s magnificent wilderness on the Denali Natural History Tour. Discover the beauty of taiga for- ests and gaze at miles of rolling tundra while searching for wildlife in their natural habitat. Afterwards, you’ll travel by deluxe motor coach to picturesque Talkeetna where you’ll board the Wilderness Express, a glass-domed railcar, for your journey to Anchorage. • From 8:00 p.m., Anchorage is yours to discover. Stroll under the late-evening sun in a city nestled between Cook Inlet and the Turnagain Arm. Overnight at the Anchorage Marriott. To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a Photo: Bald Eagle 37 40 Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor.
10-Night Talkeetna Treasures Cruisetour 10-Night Talkeetna Treasures Cruisetour ALASKA CRUISETOUR DAILY DETAILS (1A Northbound) 1A INCLUDED EXPERIENCES (1B Southbound) 1B INCLUDED EXPERIENCES Celebrity Millennium Celebrity Millennium Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center 7 Night Cruise | Alaska Northbound Glacier Cruise Denali Natural History Tour 3 Night Land Tour | Anchorage, Denali and Talkeetna Denali Natural History Tour 3 Night Land Tour | Talkeetna, Denali, and Anchorage Rail Talkeetna to Anchorage 7 Night Cruise | Alaska Southbound Glacier Cruise Rail Anchorage to Talkeetna 2021 Start Dates: May 14, May 28, Jun 11, Jun 25, Jul 9, Jul 23, Aug 6, Aug 20 2021 Start Dates: May 18, Jun 1, Jun 15, Jun 29, Jul 13, Jul 27, Aug 10, Aug 24 Cultured Anchorage, folksy Talkeetna, and wild Denali — experience Alaska’s many-sided charms on this 10-night journey into the Last Frontier. Day 1-8—Cruise: Day 10—Sunday | Denali | Talkeetna Day 1—Tuesday | Anchorage: Day 4—Friday | Talkeetna | Anchorage | 7-night sailing from Vancouver to Seward Anchorage: • Upon arrival in Anchorage, a transfer Seward: Denali • Craft your own unique Alaskan adventure Denali will be provided to your Anchorage hotel • Leave Talkeetna behind as you board your Day 8—Friday | Seward | Anchorage in the morning, such as a visit to the Denali where your Tour Director will greet you. Enjoy deluxe motor coach for the morning drive Talkeetna Talkeetna: Visitor Center, with its fascinating natural Talkeetna time on your own to explore Alaska’s most to Anchorage. You will have time to explore Anchorage • Meet your Tour Director at the pier in history exhibits and films, or book an optional Anchorage cosmopolitan city while dining or strolling downtown before continuing to Seward. Seward. Board your deluxe motor coach, and land excursion to visit the sled dogs of the under the midnight sun. Overnight at the Along the way, stop at the Alaska Conserva- Seward Seward travel to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Husky Homestead. Today, board the Wil- Anchorage Marriott. tion Center where you will encounter Alaska’s Cruise Cruise Gulf Center. Encounter Alaska’s famed wildlife derness Express glass-domed railcar, for a Gulf famed wildlife up close as you observe of of Alaska up-close as you observe animals indigenous picturesque journey to Anchorage. Alaska Day 2—Wednesday | Anchorage | animals indigenous to the area. PACIFIC OCEAN to the area before journeying to Anchorage, • From 8:30 p.m., Anchorage is yours to PACIFIC OCEAN Talkeetna | Denali: • In Seward, join the Celebrity Millennium for Alaska’s most cosmopolitan city. Explore the explore. Enjoy the evening, dining or strolling • Enjoy scenic ride aboard the Wilderness your 7-night cruise to Vancouver. Port/City of call Departure port Port/City of call Departure port downtown area and enjoy lunch on your own. under the midnight sun. Overnight at the Express glass-domed railcar to one Train Motor coach Cruise Train Motor coach Cruise Travel by deluxe motor coach to the charming Anchorage Marriott. of Alaska’s most treasured landmarks, Day 4-11—Cruise: Alaskan town of Talkeetna. Denali. 7-night sailing from Seward to Vancouver • From 4:30 p.m., Talkeetna is yours to explore. Day 11—Monday | Anchorage: • From 4:30 p.m., Denali is yours to discover. Stroll past Main Street’s lively brew pubs and • Your Tour Director will see that you are Book an optional land excursion with your converted Airstreams, serving signature dish- transferred to Anchorage airport for your Tour Director and soar over Denali, “The es. Take in breathtaking views of Denali and flight home. Great One,” on a flightseeing plane, or raft mingle with the locals who keep the back- down the Nenana River. Overnight at Denali country spirit of Alaska alive. Overnight Park Village. at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge. Day 3—Thursday | Denali | Talkeetna: Day 9—Saturday | Talkeetna | Denali: • Begin your day with a guided experience in • Enjoy an early-morning scenic drive from Denali National Park on the Denali Natural Talkeetna to one of Alaska’s most treasured History Tour*. Discover the beauty of taiga landmarks, Denali. After lunch on your own forests and gaze at miles of rolling tundra at the Visitor Center, venture across Denali while looking for wildlife. In the afternoon, National Park on the Denali Natural History leave Denali for Talkeetna aboard your Tour*. Discover the beauty of taiga forests deluxe motor coach. and gaze at miles of rolling tundra, while • From 5:30 p.m., Talkeetna is yours to discov- searching for wildlife. er. Stroll Main Street’s lively brew pubs and • After your tour, Denali is yours to converted Airstreams, serving signature dish- discover. Book an optional land excursion es. Take in breathtaking views of Denali and with your Tour Director to soar over Denali, rub shoulders with the locals who keep the “The Great One,” on a flightseeing plane, backcountry spirit of Alaska alive. Overnight or raft down the Nenana River. Overnight at at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge. Denali Park Village. * For an additional charge, an upgrade to the Tundra * For an additional charge, an upgrade to the Tundra Wilderness Tour is available through your Tour Director. Wilderness Tour is available through your Tour Director. To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a * Alaska Cruisetour arrival times are tentative. The tour component of your escorted Cruisetour vacation is comprised of a dedicated tour guide, included experiences, lodging, and transportation as described. Optional excursions are not Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor. included. 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10-Night Alaska Gold Rush Adventure Cruisetour 10-Night Alaska Gold Rush Adventure Cruisetour ALASKA CRUISETOUR DAILY DETAILS (2A Northbound) 2A INCLUDED EXPERIENCES (2B Southbound) 2B INCLUDED EXPERIENCES Celebrity Millennium Denali Natural History Tour Celebrity Millennium Denali Natural History Tour 7 Night Cruise | Alaska Northbound Glacier Cruise Rail Denali to Fairbanks 3 Night Land Tour | Fairbanks (2 Nights) and Denali Rail Fairbanks to Denali 3 Night Land Tour | Denali and Fairbanks (2 Nights) Fairbanks City Tour 7 Night Cruise | Alaska Southbound Glacier Cruise Fairbanks City Tour Gold Dredge 8 Gold Dredge 8 2021 Start Dates: May 14, May 28, Jun 11, Jun 25, Jul 9, Jul 23, Aug 6, Aug 20 2021 Start Dates: May 18, Jun 1, Jun 15, Jun 29, Jul 13, Jul 27, Aug 10, Aug 24 The Evening Aurora Pursuit optional land excursion may be booked with this departure date, maximizing the opportunity to see the Northern Lights. Go further inland and discover the heart of the Alaskan interior with two nights in Fairbanks, a northern frontier city with deep gold-rush roots. Day 1-8—Cruise: Day 10—Sunday | Fairbanks: Day 1—Tuesday | Fairbanks: Day 4—Friday | Denali | Anchorage | Fairbanks 7-night sailing from Vancouver to Seward • After breakfast, discover some of Fairbanks’ Fairbanks • Upon arrival in Fairbanks, a transfer will be Seward: Denali most acclaimed and historic landmarks on the Denali provided to your hotel where your Tour Direc- • In the morning, depart Denali for a Day 8—Friday | Seward | Anchorage | Fairbanks City Tour, after which you’ll explore tor will greet you. Enjoy a relaxing overnight scenic drive to Anchorage, Alaska’s largest Denali: Alaska’s gold mining history at Gold Dredge 8. stay in Fairbanks, a city known for its midnight city. Stroll the downtown streets or enjoy • Board your deluxe motor coach for a scenic • From 3:00 p.m., Fairbanks is yours to enjoy. sun and for its outdoorsy locals. Overnight at lunch on your own, before continuing to Anchorage Anchorage drive to Anchorage. Stroll the city streets or Admire the enduring native art treasures on Pike’s Waterfront Lodge. historic Seward. Seward Seward savor lunch on your own, after which you’ll show at the Museum of the North, whose shim- • In Seward, join the Celebrity Millennium for Cruise journey to one of Alaska’s most spectacular Cruise Day 2—Wednesday | Fairbanks: mering contours reflect the mountain ranges Gulf your 7-night cruise to Vancouver. Gulf and iconic destinations, Denali. of • After breakfast, discover some of Fair- of that encircle it, or explore the town born of the Alaska Alaska • From 5:00 p.m., Denali is yours to discover. banks’s most acclaimed and historic land- turn-of-the-century gold rush. Overnight at PACIFIC OCEAN Day 4–11 | Cruise: PACIFIC OCEAN Explore the trails that surround your Alaskan marks on the Fairbanks City Tour, after which Port/City of call Departure port Pike’s Waterfront Lodge. Port/City of call Departure port • 7-night sailing from Seward to Vancouver. Lodge, set on the banks of the Nenana River, you’ll travel to the Gold Dredge 8 to explore Train Motor coach Cruise Train Motor coach Cruise or book an optional land excursion like a Alaska’s gold-mining history. Day 11—Monday | Fairbanks: wilderness float trip. Overnight at Denali • From 3:00 p.m., Fairbanks is yours to enjoy. • Your Tour Director will see that you are Park Village. Admire the art treasures on show at the transferred to the Fairbanks airport for your Museum of the North, whose shimmering Day 9—Saturday | Denali | Fairbanks: flight home. contours reflect the mountain ranges that • Immerse yourself in Alaska’s magnificent wil- encircle it, or explore the town born of the derness on the Denali Natural History Tour*. turn-of-the-century gold-rush boom. Discover the beauty of taiga forests and gaze Overnight at Pike’s Waterfront Lodge. at miles of rolling tundra while searching for Day 3—Thursday | Fairbanks | Denali: the area’s wildlife. In the afternoon board the • In the morning board the Wilderness Wilderness Express glass-domed railcar, for a Express glass-domed railcar for the journey to scenic ride to Fairbanks. one of Alaska’s most spectacular and iconic • From 8:30 p.m., Fairbanks is yours to explore. destinations, Denali. Spend the afternoon Discover a city known for its midnight sun and immersed in Alaska’s for its outdoorsy locals. Consult with your magnificent wilderness on the Denali Tour Director to book an optional excursion, Natural History Tour. Discover the beauty of like an authentic Alaskan-style salmon bake, taiga forests and gaze at miles of or a flight to the Arctic Circle, where you can rolling tundra while searching for wildlife. immerse yourself in the communities that call • After your tour, Denali is yours to discover. the interior’s wilderness home. Overnight at Explore the trails that surround your Alaskan Pike’s Waterfront Lodge. lodge, set on the banks of the Nenana River * For an additional charge, an upgrade to the Tundra or book an optional land excursion like a Wilderness Tour is available through your Tour Director. wilderness float trip. Overnight at Denali Park Village. * For an additional charge, an upgrade to the Tundra Wilderness Tour is available through your Tour Director. To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a * Alaska Cruisetour arrival times are tentative. The tour component of your escorted Cruisetour vacation is comprised of a dedicated tour guide, included experiences, lodging, and transportation as described. Optional excursions are not Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor. included. Meals are not included unless specified. 41
10-Night Authentic Tastes of Alaska Cruisetour 10-Night Authentic Tastes of Alaska Cruisetour ALASKA CRUISETOUR DAILY DETAILS (9A Northbound) 9A INCLUDED EXPERIENCES (9B Southbound) 9B INCLUDED EXPERIENCES Celebrity Millennium Seward Dock Walk and Salmon Tasting Celebrity Millennium Seward Dock Walk and Salmon Tasting 7 Night Cruise | Alaska Northbound Glacier Cruise Alaska Brewery Tasting 3 Night Land Tour | Anchorage, Denali, and Talkeetna Alaska Brewery Tasting 3 Night Land Tour | Talkeetna, Denali and Anchorage Alaska Native Heritage Center and Eskimo 7 Night Cruise | Alaska Southbound Glacier Cruise Alaska Native Heritage Center and Eskimo Ice Cream Tasting Ice Cream Tasting 2021 Start Dates: May 14, May 28, Jun 11, Jun 25, Jul 9, Jul 23, Aug 6, Aug 20 Kahiltna Birch Company Tasting 2021 Start Dates: May 18, Jun 1, Jun 15, Jun 29, Jul 13, Jul 27, Aug 10, Aug 24 Kahiltna Birch Company Tasting Denali Natural History Tour Denali Natural History Tour Rail Talkeetna to Denali Rail from Denali to Talkeetna Savor Alaska’s authentic local and indigenous cuisine, while discovering the state’s rich traditions. Day 1-8—Cruise: Day 10—Sunday | Denali | Anchorage: Day 1—Tuesday | Anchorage: Day 4—Friday | Talkeetna | Anchorage | Denali 7-night sailing from Vancouver to Seward. • Enjoy the morning in Denali National Park on Denali • Upon arrival in Anchorage, a transfer will be Seward: the Denali Natural History Tour, traveling into provided to your Anchorage hotel where your • In the morning you’ll journey to Anchorage Talkeetna Day 8—Friday | Seward | Anchorage | Talkeetna the park’s unspoiled wilderness on the lookout Tour Director will greet you. Enjoy the lively on your deluxe motor coach. Visit the Alaska Talkeetna: Anchorage for the moose, caribou, bears, and other wild- Anchorage bars and eclectic dining this youthful city Native Heritage Center to learn about Alas- • Meet your Tour Director and stroll Seward life. After, relax on your deluxe motor coach offers, or take a stroll under the late evening ka’s indigenous cultures and sample Aku- Seward Harbor where you’ll learn about Alaska’s rich Seward on the drive to Anchorage. sun along the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail. taq, the indigenous delicacy also known as Cruise fishing history, savoring samples of Alaska’s Cruise Gulf • From 5:00 p.m., Anchorage is yours to Gulf Overnight at the Anchorage Marriott. Eskimo Ice Cream. You will then travel south of locally-produced smoked salmon, after which of Alaska explore. Enjoy the lively bars and eclectic Alaska to Seward and experience Seward Harbor, you’ll journey to Anchorage. Visit the Alaska Day 2—Wednesday | Anchorage | Denali: PACIFIC OCEAN dining this youthful city offers, or take a stroll PACIFIC OCEAN learning about Alaska’s rich fishing history Native Heritage Center to learn about in- • In the morning, board your deluxe motor under the late-evening sun along the Tony while savoring samples of locally produced digenous cultures and to sample Akutaq, the coach for a scenic ride to Denali, stopping Port/City of call Departure port Knowles Coastal Trail. Overnight at the An- Port/City of call Departure port smoked salmon. indigenous delicacy also known as Eskimo Ice at the Kahiltna Birch Company where you’ll Train Motor coach Cruise chorage Marriott. Train Motor coach Cruise • In Seward, join the Celebrity Millennium for Cream. You will then travel by deluxe motor learn about using tree sap in candy making. your 7-night cruise to Vancouver. coach to Talkeetna and enjoy a beer tasting Day 11—Monday | Anchorage: • From 5:00 p.m., Denali is yours to discover. at a local brewery. • Your Tour Director will see that you are Stroll the trails that surround your lodge, or Day 4-11—Cruise: • From 6:30 p.m., Talkeetna is yours to transferred to the Anchorage airport for your book an optional rafting excursion on the 7-night sailing from Seward to Vancouver. discover. Main Street is home to a range of flight home. Nenana River — a gentle float or a white-wa- backcountry cooking, from brew pubs to fine ter ride. Overnight at Denali Park Village. cuisine, as well as converted Airstreams serv- Day 3—Thursday | Denali | Talkeetna: ing signature fare. Overnight at the Talkeetna • Discover Denali National Park on the Denali Alaskan Lodge. Natural History Tour, admiring the beauty of Day 9—Saturday | Talkeetna | Denali: taiga forests and rolling tundra, while search- • The morning is yours to stroll Talkeetna’s qui- ing for Alaska’s iconic wildlife. Afterwards et trails or book an optional flightseeing tour. you’ll board the Wilderness Express, a glass- Board the Wilderness Express, a glass-domed domed railcar, for a scenic ride to Talkeetna, railcar, for a scenic ride to Denali. where you’ll enjoy a visit to a local brewery • From 4:00 p.m, Denali is yours to discover. and try a sampling of beers crafted in the Last Stroll the trails, or book an optional rafting Frontier. excursion on the Nenana River — a gentle • From 5:00 p.m., Talkeetna is yours to float or a whitewater ride. Overnight at Denali discover. Main Street is home to a range of Park Village. backcountry cuisine, including brew pubs, fine dining and converted Airstreams serving signature dishes. Overnight at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge. To learn more and to book, visit celebritycruises.com, call a * Alaska Cruisetour arrival times are tentative. The tour component of your escorted Cruisetour vacation is comprised of a dedicated tour guide, included experiences, lodging, and transportation as described. Optional excursions are Celebrity Vacation Planner at 1-800-852-7239, or contact your travel advisor. included. Meals are not included unless specified. 43
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