Click here to browse our Holland America Line Alaska sailings.<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n The next day, your ship visits Sitka to view the vestiges – National Historic Landmarks – of past Russian influence such as the onion dome of St. Michael’s Cathedral and the Russian Bishop’s home. The Visitor’s Center at the Sitka National Historical Park and immerse yourself in the fascinating collections of Russian and Native Alaskan artifacts. A ranger-led tour takes guests to the battlefield where the native Tlingit were defeated by Russia.<\/p>\n The next day of the cruise, keep your camera handy as you cruise Hubbard Glacier, North America’s longest tidewater glacier. The scenery will be amazing! On day seven the beauty continues as you cruise through beautiful Prince William Sound. Photograph countless fjords, glaciers, and breathtaking mountain vistas. You’ll arrive in Valdez, Alaska, a fishing enthusiasts paradise. All salmon varieties and huge halibut can be caught here. Multiple rivers and streams spill into the sound, which provides a great opportunity for kayaking tours.<\/p>\n Your ship, the Maasdam, will spend the next day cruising College Fjord, which is the only area in Alaska where you are surrounded by glaciers on three sides. As you enter the fjord, glaciers on the left side are named for women’s colleges, and those on the right side of the fjord are named for men’s colleges.<\/p>\n Homer, Alaska is where your ship visits the next day. It’s the halibut fishing capital of the world, and guests can choose to take a fishing tour. Other options include great attractions such as the Pratt Museum and Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center. Hiking enthusiasts will enjoy the Grewingk Glacier Lake trails.<\/p>\n Exciting day 10, takes you to Kodiak, Alaska. Nearly 3,500 Kodiak bears reside here providing a great opportunity for a possible sighting. Kodiak sites for visitors include the Baranov Museum, the Holy Resurrection Russian Orthodox Church and the Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge. You also have the option to participate in a guided shore excursion, such as our Fort Abercrombie State Park Nature Hike.<\/p>\n Click here to browse our Holland America Line Alaska sailings.<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n Spend a day at sea on your ship before arriving in Haines, the adventure capital of Alaska. The activity options you can choose from include rafting, hiking, salmon-halibut-and trout fishing in Chilkat River, and kayaking on Chilkoot Lake.<\/p>\n Your next day is spent cruising the glacier-covered mountains of Tracy Arm Fjord and it’s steep cliffs on your way to spectacular Juneau, Alaska home of the Mendenhall Glacier. You can join our exclusive Mendenhall Glacier, Rainforest Garden & State Museum tour and explore the Tongass National Forest, the Juneau Rainforest Garden and the state-of-the-art Alaska State Museum. You may prefer to choose dog sledding on Mendenhall Glacier. Arrive by helicopter after flying over lush rain forest, and gorgeous glacier blue crevasses and carved peaks. Then you can either help to drive the dog sledding team or relax and just take in the amazing scenery. You’ll have plenty of great photography opportunities.<\/p>\n As you leave Juneau, you’ll enjoy cruising the scenic Frederick Sound on your way to Wrangell, Alaska. In Wrangell you can explore Tlingit culture, hear authentic stories, see intricately carved totem poles, and observe dances at Chief Shakes Tribal House. The tribal house was built primarily by women and by hand.<\/p>\n The Maasdam cruises through the famous Inside Passage on day 16. It’s one of the greatest cruising routes in the world. Your ship leaves the “Last Frontier” and heads for Vancouver, B.C., Canada. Vancouver is one of the most culturally and geographically diverse cities in the world. We recommend our guests take our Northwest Exploration & Suspension Bridge tour. You will experience a panoramic drive on your way to Capilano Park for a treetop adventure. As you cross the Capilano Suspension bridge you have an opportunity to see a variety of bird and animal species that live in the woods.<\/p>\n Your next port is Victoria, British Columbia, Canada where you can join an orca whale-watching tour, enjoy high tea at the Pendray Mansion, or explore the famous Butchart Gardens.<\/p>\n The next day enjoy cruising through the narrow Alberni Inlet on your way to Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada. This seldom-visited port can be explored on one of the 100 plus hiking trails, or you can choose to enjoy a delicious glass of pinot noir at a local winery.<\/p>\n Click here to browse our Holland America Line Alaska sailings.<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n The Maasdam’s final port stop before returning to San Francisco is at Astoria, Oregon. Your epic Alaska voyage brings you to the small city of Astoria (population 10,000). This city has lots of things to do, but a “must” is our Wine and Seafood tour. Join Chef Chris Holen at the Baked Alaska private event annex for a seafood demonstration and wine tasting.<\/p>\n If you are unable to make the May 7, 2019, departure, Maasdam features two similar 21-day sailings on May 28, 2019, and June 18, 2019. Both departures replace a call at Victoria with a call at Anchorage, Alaska where guests can hike, bike and see wildlife such as the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail or Flattop Mountain Trail inside Chugach State Park.<\/p>\n CruiseExperts.com is ready to help you plan your epic Alaska cruise. There is never a charge for our services. We can answer all your questions, book plane flights (when needed), hotels, your cruise, excursions, and more. 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