More small ships explore Glacier Bay National Park in 2015

Trip planning starts earlier this year with Un-Cruise Adventures' release of its small ship adventure cruise schedule for Southeast Alaska in 2015.  Six vessels carrying 22-88 guests offer 107 total departures from April through September. Adventure activities, culture, wildlife and remote wilderness star on nine itineraries ranging from one to three weeks duration.

Alaska-bound travelers with popular Glacier Bay National Park on their wish list have more opportunities to experience the park on a small ship adventure in 2015. Itineraries have been arranged to allow all six vessels into Glacier Bay on rotating itineraries with 79 out of 107 departures visiting the park for two days of in-depth exploration including off-boat adventures of hiking and kayaking.

“We've developed our itineraries based on years of experience sailing in remote areas of Alaska,” said Captain Dan Blanchard, CEO. “You will see the beauty and awe inspiring, raw nature that makes Alaska a must-see, must-explore destination.”

Travelers may choose an inclusive adventure cruise aboard a boutique yacht or small ship:  22-guest Safari Quest, 36-guest Safari Explorer, 60-guest Wilderness Adventurer, 74-guest Wilderness Explorer,  76-guest Wilderness Discoverer and 84-guest Safari Endeavour.  The focus of each trip is on adventure activities in remote wilderness. 

A weeklong Discoverers' Glacier Country itinerary roundtrip Juneau, Alaska spends two days inside Glacier Bay National Park and explores around Icy Strait, Chichagof Island, Baranof Island, Frederick Sound, Stephen's Passage, Ford's Terror and Endicott Arm. It is offered on three vessels—Safari Quest, Safari Explorer, Safari Endeavour.  The inclusive cruise includes all premium wine, beer and spirits; a massage; transfers; taxes and fees; and all adventure activities from the vessel.  Rates begin at $4,195 per person, double occupancy.

The popularity of the Northern Passages & Glacier Bay itinerary between Juneau and Sitka, Alaska (and reverse) spurred the line to add more departures for 36 total in 2015. Two days are spent inside Glacier Bay National Park. Other areas explored include Icy Strait, Chichagof Island, Baranof Island, Peril Strait and Sergius Narrows. The itinerary is available on the Wilderness Adventurer, Wilderness Discoverer and Wilderness Explorer.  Rates begin at $2,095 per person, double occupancy.

The Inner Reaches Eastern Coves cruise sails from Juneau to Ketchikan, Alaska and explores Tracy Arm Wilderness, Frederick Sound, Thomas Bay, a half-day port call in Wrangell, Behm Canal and Misty Fjords National Monument. The itinerary is offered on Wilderness Adventurer, Wilderness Discoverer, Wilderness Explorer, Safari Endeavour and Safari Explorer.  Rates begin at $1,895 per person, double occupancy. 

The Inner Reaches Western Coves cruise sails from Ketchikan to Juneau, Alaska and explores El Capitan Passage and Cave, Chatham Strait, Frederick Sound, a half-day port call in Klawock, Stephen's Passage, Endicott Arm, Ford's Terror and Dawes Glacier. The itinerary is offered on Wilderness Discoverer and Wilderness Explorer. Rates begin at $2,395 per person, double occupancy.

With an increase in the number of travelers combining itineraries to create two or three week adventures, the line reorganized its schedule to make it more convenient. Travelers may now stay on board the Wilderness Explorer or Wilderness Discoverer for the duration and experience  up to three different itineraries—Northern Passages & Glacier Bay, Eastern Coves, Western Coves—making an Ultimate or Ultra Adventure.     

In spring and fall, a 12-night Famed Passages of Discovery itinerary sails between Seattle and Juneau (and reverse) on six departures. Rates begin at $2,895 per person, double occupancy. 

Adventure cruises include adventure activities from the ship: kayaking, hiking, skiff excursions and paddle boarding. Fresh, innovative cuisine is served on all vessels.   Select theme cruise dates are available for photography and marine biology interests. Kids in Nature departures cater to families with children younger than 13 years. Charters and group incentives are available. To book or to request additional information, contact your travel agent or Un-Cruise Adventures at 888-862-8881 or sales@un-cruise.com.  

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Un-Cruise Adventures fleet carries 22-88 guests on adventures in Alaska, Hawaiian Islands, Mexico's Sea of Cortés, Columbia & Snake Rivers, Coastal Washington & British Columbia and Galápagos Islands. Un-Cruise Adventures, under the parent company of InnerSea Discoveries Alaska Inc., is a member of Trusted Adventures, dedicated to the highest standards of small-group travel and to giving back to the places visited.