Grizzlies & Wildlife of British Columbia:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$2,995	6	15	8/11/2007, 8/16/2007, 8/21/2007, 8/26/2007, 8/31/2007, 8/11/2008, 8/16/2008, 8/21/2008, 8/26/2008, 8/31/2008
British Columbia is a rarity indeed – massive snow peaks flank wildlife-rich seas, providing Mother Nature’s most spectacular contrast. This special adventure touches upon the rich complexity of Canada’s most diverse province, offering a wealth of natural and cultural sites. Most exciting are the grizzlies, found in larger, more accessible numbers here than perhaps anywhere else on Earth! Your guides have located the very best grizzly bear viewing rivers in all of Canada. On this adventure, you will immerse youself in these wild places and get a glimpse of the natural and cultural wonders of British Columbia.

Hidden Alaska:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$6,795	13	15	8/26/2007, 8/29/2007, 6/29/2008, 7/4/2008, 7/11/2008, 7/14/2008, 7/17/2008, 8/26/2008, 8/29/2008
This special Alaska expedition gives you opportunities to view wildlife inaccessible to most travelers, providing a unique stay at a classic lodge in the backcountry of Denali (away from the tourist crowds), small ship journey to a private island in Kenai Fjords and, perhaps as a highlight of our trip, a stay at Brooks Falls in Katmai, one of the best places on earth for viewing brown bears.

By Expedition Ship: These ships were built with tourists and true exploration in mind; they range from simple to comfortable, but are not luxurious. Most have shallow drafts and ice-hardened hulls to push through sea ice. They feature Zodiacs for exploration and shore landings. Onboard programs are educational with a focus on natural and cultural history.

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Exploring Alaska's Coastal Wilderness:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$4,840	8	62	Weekly trips, May through August 2008
In Southeast Alaska — a land of fjords and islands teeming with wildlife – you can wake to the cry of a soaring eagle, watch tons of ice thunder from the face of a glacier, walk in a spruce forest, and observe lunge-feeding whales. Since 1982, this Alaska tour has explored the magnificent Inside Passage with a small number of guests in the company of naturalists. Walk forest trails to cascading waterfalls, bird watching and identifying wildflowers as you go. Enjoy Zodiac and kayaking forays, and learn about Alaska’s rich Native American heritage. A full day is spent in Glacier Bay National Park.

Alaska, British Columbia and the San Juans:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$6,890	12	62	9/1/2007, 9/2/2007, 4/29/2008
The coastline of southeast Alaska and British Columbia is a rare and special place, blending spectacular natural beauty with distinctive cultural influences. It is an incredible maze of fjords, channels, rivers and glaciers that glide towards the sea. Speckled here and there are small hamlets inhabited by proud, independent people, blending a myriad of traditions from Native American to Russian and Scandinavian. This majestic region of narrow protected waterways is ideally suited for our nimble 70-guest expedition ship, the Sea Bird. Enjoy an in-depth exploration of the coastal wilderness between Seattle, Washington and Glacier Bay, Alaska.

By Motor Yacht: These ships tend to hold no more than 30 passengers. Always comfortable and often luxurious, motor yachts are perfect for family and group charters. Many have sea kayaks and sometimes Zodiacs. There is usually one naturalist/expedition leader, a captain, cook and a deck hand onboard.

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Alaska's Inside Passage: Juneau to Sitka:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$4,295	8	22	8/11/2007, 8/18/2007, 8/25/2007, 9/1/2007
It’s calm in Icy Strait, one of Alaska’s most beautiful glacial fjords. When you board the Zodiac launch to putter among the icebergs here, you’re putting yourself at sensory level with some of nature’s most amazing secrets. In the still water, you hear a popping like that of puffed-rice cereal — it’s ice decompressing and expanding after centuries of being crushed by its own glacial weight. Go ahead, reach out your hands and gather a fistful of geological history. Your own eyes are wide, but on a nearby floe there’s a harbor seal watching you with even wider eyes that are as shiny as black silk.

Alaska Cruise: Juneau to Seattle:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$7,695	15	22	9/8/2007
It’s calm in Icy Strait, one of Alaska’s most beautiful glacial fjords. When you board the Zodiac launch to putter among the icebergs here, you’re putting yourself at sensory level with some of nature’s most amazing secrets. In the still water, you hear a popping like that of puffed-rice cereal — it’s ice decompressing and expanding after centuries of being crushed by its own glacial weight. Go ahead, reach out your hands and gather a fistful of geological history. Your own eyes are wide, but on a nearby floe there’s a harbor seal watching you with even wider eyes that are as shiny as black silk.

Alaska's Inside Passage: Juneau to Petersburg:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$5,195	8	12	8/11/2007, 8/18/2007, 8/25/2007, 9/1/2007
Spend eight glorious days sailing from Juneau to Petersburg, or vice-versa. Three of your days will be dedicated to visiting some of the "gems" of Alaska's Inside Passage, such as hidden inlets, misty coves, stunning cliffs and relaxing hot springs. Explore Tenakee Springs, a remote fishing village on Chichagof Island, sail for two remarkable days in glacier country discover ice-filled fjords and have the opportunity to step on to a massive glacial sandbar!

Alaska Cruise: Juneau to Seattle:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$7,995	15	12	9/8/2007
It’s calm in Icy Strait, one of Alaska’s most beautiful glacial fjords. When you board the Zodiac launch to putter among the icebergs here, you’re putting yourself at sensory level with some of nature’s most amazing secrets. In the still water, you hear a popping like that of puffed-rice cereal — it’s ice decompressing and expanding after centuries of being crushed by its own glacial weight. Go ahead, reach out your hands and gather a fistful of geological history. Your own eyes are wide, but on a nearby floe there’s a harbor seal watching you with even wider eyes that are as shiny as black silk.

Alaska's Inside Passage: Juneau to Prince Rupert:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$5,395	9	12	8/12/2007, 8/20/2007, 8/28/2007
This journey offers adventure around each point, and with the maneuverability and flexibility of your yacht, you'll find the hidden delights of Alaska from Juneau to Prince Rupert. For starters, your voyage is dotted with historic treasures like Creek Street, Ketchikan's famous boardwalk. On-board, you sail the full length of magnificent Tracy Arm, and watch for Humpbacks enjoying their summer feeding in Frederick Sound. Kayak in the seculded coves and experience the thrill of weaving amongst iceburgs in inflatable Zodiacs.

Seattle to Juneau:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$7,595	15	12	9/5/2007
On this tour, you won’t simply cruise through San Juans, British Columbia, Alaska – you’ll walk in the forest, kayak over still waters, anchor in deep fjords and share stories with Alaska’s peoples. The misty green mountains of the Pacific Northwest frame inland passages are home to whales, dolphins, porpoise, seals and sea lions, as well as black and brown bears, moose and mountain goats. Aboard the 105-foot Safari Spirit you will enjoy the comforts of a refined and elegant motor yacht.

San Juan and Gulf Islands Cruise:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$2,000	6	12	9/17/2007, 9/24/2007, 10/1/2007, 10/8/2007
Journey by classic wooden boat and sea kayak into the magnificent isles of the Pacific Northwest: the San Juan Islands and Gulf Islands. Visit the delightful historic town of Friday Harbor before you board the M/V Catalyst for an adventure of endless discoveries: Watch bald eagles soar, observe marine mammals and orca whales feeding in the plankton-rich waters, hike through mossy forests, and simply relax on deck with friendly conversation over a cup of hot chocolate.

Alaska Cruise: Ketchikan to Friday Harbor:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$3,325	10	12	9/5/2007
Journey by classic wooden boat and sea kayak into the magnificent isles of the Pacific Northwest: the San Juan Islands and Gulf Islands. Visit the delightful historic town of Friday Harbor before you board the M/V Catalyst for an adventure of endless discoveries: Watch bald eagles soar, observe marine mammals and orca whales feeding in the plankton-rich waters, hike through mossy forests, and simply relax on deck with friendly conversation over a cup of hot chocolate.

Alaska Cruise: Juneau to Petersburg:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$3,325	7	12	8/26/2007
This cruise offers a diverse experience of Southeast Alaska, from fishing towns to wilderness solitude and exploration by foot and by kayak. This glacial wilderness supports a diversity of wildlife as varied as the landscape. On water you may see humpback whales, orca, porpoise, and stellar sea lion as well as numerous sea birds. On land you may see black bear, brown bear, and mountain goats.

Alaska Cruise: Petersburg and Return:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$3,325	7	12	8/12/2007
This adventure focuses on the areas that are contiguous to Frederick Sound. Frederick Sound separates the Alaskan mainland, with its mountains and glaciers, from Admiralty Island, which is known as the “Fortress of the Brown Bear.” The Sound itself is the summer home for the largest concentration of humpback whales in Alaska. You will also likely spot porpoise, stellar sea lions as well as numerous sea birds. On land, you may see black bear, brown bear, and mountain goats. Begin and end your cruise in the quaint fishing village of Petersburg.

By Small-Ship: Small ships is similar to an expedition ship in style, but are not designed for extremely remote or prolonged open-ocean cruising. These ships carry 30 to 70 passengers, the cabins small and cozy, and the overall experience is one of casual, personal, exploration. Most use tenders or Zodiacs to go ashore, and many carry sea kayaks.

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Alaska's Inside Passage - 7A/8A:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$4,449	9	96	Weekly trips, May through August 2008
This voyage of exploration takes the time to venture into narrow waterways and glacier-covered fjords that are simply some of the most magnificent natural landscapes on earth. The Alaska’s Inside Passage cruise spends an entire week exploring every nook and cranny of Alaska’s portion of the Inside Passage. You will have time to explore at leisure Misty Fjords National Monument and Tracy Arm, marvel at humpback whales in Frederick Sound, and visit popoular ports as well as off-the-beaten-track villages. This cruise offers a nice blend of Alaska’s wildlife and culture.

Alaska Whales & Wilderness:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$3,599	9	78	Weekly trips, May through August 2008
This voyage is designed to take you far from the mainstream within the hidden reaches of Alaska's magnificent Inside Passage. You will explore spectacular fjords inhabited only by mountain goats, seals, and black bears. You may board a launch to motor among icebergs in Tracy Arm Fjord, or drop anchor in a cliff-walled fjord, with waterfalls burbling down the rocks. As time and tide permit, you will also go "gunkholing" -- a delightful form of exploration by ship that lets curiosity be the guide. Whale watching is guaranteed along the way, as you explore sheer cliffs, snowcapped peaks and beautiful, secluded coves of pristine Alaska.

Gold Rush Inside Passage - 10A/11A:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$5,649	11	102	5/6/2008, 9/9/2008
Cruise with a sense of freedom and time, on this leisurely exploration of the traditional Inside Passage between Seattle and Juneau. This is the route of the original Klondike Gold Rushers of 1898, and great reaches of the island wilderness remain exactly as they appeared a century ago. You visit ports both popular and secluded, and tuck into spectacular glaciated fjords all along the way. On a journey of almost 1,000 miles you will relive a vivid chapter of America's history.

Glacier Bay Highlights - 13A:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$1,799	4	102	5/24/2008, 5/31/2008, 6/7/2008, 6/14/2008, 6/21/2008, 6/28/2008, 7/5/2008, 7/12/2008, 7/19/2008, 7/26/2008, 8/2/2008, 8/9/2008, 8/16/2008, 8/23/2008, 8/30/2008, 9/6/2008
Spend four days in the beautiful remote wilderness of Alaska's Inside Passage. In the soaring sanctuary of Glacier Bay National Park, you'll experience the true meaning of wonder: Acres of pristine wilderness invite your senses to explore. Listen to the call of a thousand sea birds as they cluster on tiny islands. Feel the chiill of a glacier on your face. Inhale the clean freshness of an unspoiled world, set apart for generations to treasure.

Glacier Bay Highlights - 12A:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$2,349	5	102	5/20/2008, 5/27/2008, 6/3/2008, 6/10/2008, 6/17/2008, 6/24/2008, 7/1/2008, 7/8/2008, 7/15/2008, 7/22/2008, 7/29/2008, 8/5/2008, 8/12/2008, 8/19/2008, 8/26/2008, 9/2/2008
Spend five days in the beautiful remote wilderness of Alaska's Inside Passage. In the soaring sanctuary of Glacier Bay National Park, you'll experience the true meaning of wonder: Acres of pristine wilderness invite your senses to explore. Listen to the call of a thousand sea birds as they cluster on tiny islands. Feel the chill of a glacier on your face. Inhale the clean freshness of an unspoiled world, set apart for generations to treasure.

Gold Rush Inside Passage - 10A/11A:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$4,349	11	96	9/6/2007, 5/5/2008, 9/4/2008
Cruise with a sense of freedom and time, on this leisurely exploration of the traditional Inside Passage between Seattle and Juneau. This is the route of the original Klondike Gold Rushers of 1898, and great reaches of the island wilderness remain exactly as they appeared a century ago. You visit ports both popular and secluded, and tuck into spectacular glaciated fjords all along the way. On a journey of almost 1,000 miles you will relive a vivid chapter of America's history.

Glacier Wonderland - 19A:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$1,049	4	78	Weekly trips, May through August 2008
Prince William Sound lies just south of the rugged Chugach Mountains -- a breathtaking maze of forested islands, glacier-carved fjords and wildlife-filled waterways. This area is every bit as spectacular as the traditional Inside Passage, but far less traveled, giving you a hint of what the world looked like after the last Ice Age. You'll also see plenty of glaciers calving, as this area is home to the largest concentration of tidewater glaciers in North America. And thanks to the bow-ladder on your ship, you can walk right to shore on uninhabited islands to explore untouched tide pools. Note: This cruise is one day shorter than 'Glacier Wonderland - 18A.'

Glacier Wonderland - 18A:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$1,399	5	78	Weekly trips, May through August 2008
Prince William Sound lies just south of the rugged Chugach Mountains -- a breathtaking maze of forested islands, glacier-carved fjords and wildlife-filled waterways. This area is every bit as spectacular as the traditional Inside Passage, but far less traveled, giving you a hint of what the world looked like after the last Ice Age. You'll also see plenty of glaciers calving, as this area is home to the largest concentration of tidewater glaciers in North America. And thanks to the bow-ladder on your ship, you can walk right to shore on uninhabited islands to explore untouched tide pools. Note: This cruise is one day shorter than 'Glacier Wonderland - 18A.'

Gold Rush Inside Passage - 10A/11A:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$3,549	11	78	9/5/2007, 5/4/2008, 9/3/2008
Cruise with a sense of freedom and time, on this leisurely exploration of the traditional Inside Passage between Seattle and Juneau. This is the route of the original Klondike Gold Rushers of 1898, and great reaches of the island wilderness remain exactly as they appeared a century ago. You visit ports both popular and secluded, and tuck into spectacular glaciated fjords all along the way. On a journey of almost 1,000 miles you will relive a vivid chapter of America's history.

Glacier Bay Highlights - 13A:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$1,149	4	78	8/11/2008, 8/18/2008, 8/25/2008
Spend five days in the beautiful remote wilderness of Alaska's Inside Passage. In the soaring sanctuary of Glacier Bay National Park, you'll experience the true meaning of wonder: Acres of pristine wilderness invite your senses to explore. Listen to the call of a thousand sea birds as they cluster on tiny islands. Feel the chill of a glacier on your face. Inhale the clean freshness of an unspoiled world, set apart for generations to treasure.

Glacier Bay Highlights - 12A:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$1,649	5	78	8/14/2008, 8/21/2008, 8/28/2008
Spend five days in the beautiful remote wilderness of Alaska's Inside Passage. In the soaring sanctuary of Glacier Bay National Park, you'll experience the true meaning of wonder: Acres of pristine wilderness invite your senses to explore. Listen to the call of a thousand sea birds as they cluster on tiny islands. Feel the chill of a glacier on your face. Inhale the clean freshness of an unspoiled world, set apart for generations to treasure.

Gold Rush Inside Passage - 10A/11A:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$3,549	11	78	9/1/2007, 5/10/2008, 8/26/2008
Cruise with a sense of freedom and time, on this leisurely exploration of the traditional Inside Passage between Seattle and Juneau. This is the route of the original Klondike Gold Rushers of 1898, and great reaches of the island wilderness remain exactly as they appeared a century ago. You visit ports both popular and secluded, and tuck into spectacular glaciated fjords all along the way. On a journey of almost 1,000 miles you will relive a vivid chapter of America's history.

Wilderness Inside Passage - 9A:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$3,899	9	84	Weekly trips, May through August 2008
This voyage is designed to take you far from the mainstream within the hidden reaches of Alaska's magnificent Inside Passage. You will explore spectacular fjords inhabited only by mountain goats, seals, and black bears. You may board a launch to motor among icebergs in Tracy Arm Fjord, or drop anchor in a cliff-walled fjord, with waterfalls burbling down the rocks. As time and tide permit, you will also go "gunkholing"-- a delightful form of exploration by ship that lets curiosity be the guide. Whale watching is guaranteed along the way, as you explore sheer cliffs, snowcapped peaks and beautiful, secluded coves of pristine Alaska.

Gold Rush Inside Passage - 10A/11A:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$4,349	11	102	9/11/2007, 5/12/2008, 9/11/2008
Cruise with a sense of freedom and time, on this leisurely exploration of the traditional Inside Passage between Seattle and Juneau. This is the route of the original Klondike Gold Rushers of 1898, and great reaches of the island wilderness remain exactly as they appeared a century ago. You visit ports both popular and secluded, and tuck into spectacular glaciated fjords all along the way. On a journey of almost 1,000 miles you will relive a vivid chapter of America's history.

Luxury Expedition Ship: These ships are expedition ships with 5-star amenities and service. Most programs are “softer” and they focus more on the onboard experience than the off-board exploring. Most have shallow drafts and ice-hardened hulls. Many use Zodiacs for exploration, but not all. Onboard programs are educational with a focus on natural and cultural history.

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Coastal Odyssey - 3A/4A:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$7,199	13	114	8/17/2007, 8/29/2007, 5/24/2008, 6/5/2008, 6/15/2008, 6/27/2008, 7/31/2008, 8/12/2008, 8/22/2008
The coastal waters between Vancouver, British Columbia, and Anchorage, Alaska, are among the most beautiful on earth. For more than 1,600 miles, nature puts on a show. Each day of your journey presents new wonders. Cliffs that soar 3,000 feet from the water’s edge, spectacular glaciers that press into narrow channels and break into thunderous roars, and dense forests which crowd the coastline and cradle entire ecosystems. From the mythic white spirit bears in the south to the great glaciers of the north, this is an odyssey of grand scale.

Voyage to the Bering Sea - 5A/6A:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$9,749	14	114	7/7/2008, 7/19/2008
The Bering Sea voyage offers you the opportunity to explore some of the most remote islands and scenic anchorages that are found along the Alaskan and Russian coastline. On the rugged shoreline of Russia's Chukotka Peninsula you will have the rare opportunity to visit the small villages of indigenous peoples such as the Yupik and Chukchi - traditional subsistence hunters. On the shoreline of Alaska's Geographic Harbor you will see bear's digging for clams, and search for the remote Arctic tern. The Shumagin & Pribilof Islands offer the chance to explore the tidal pools and tundra that make these places so unique.

In Harriman's Wake - 1A/2A:
	Prices from	Days	Passengers	Departures
	$17,149	25	114	6/27/2008, 7/19/2008
In 1899, America's most powerful railroad magnate, Edward Henry Harriman, personally organized and funded what was to become the most significant scientific expedition ever undertaken in Alaskan waters. Today you can follow in his wake. This special itinerary takes you between Vancouver, B.C., and Nome, Alaska, a voyage of almost 3,600 miles. In 25 life-changing days, you'll discover, as they did, the true wonders of Alaska -- its thundering glaciers, clamoring wildlife, scenic wonders, and welcoming people.