Begin your journey with time to explore delightful Seattle, home to a multitude of exciting activities and must-see locations, including the infamous fish throwing Pike Place Fish Market. Embark on your “freestyle” cruise aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Star, tracing along Alaska’s Inside Passage en route to unique and diverse ports of call, such as Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway and Prince Rupert. Along the way, take in the remarkable sights as you cruise to Sawyer Glacier, an amazing display of natural wonder and beauty sure to leave a lasting impression. Once finished with your cruise, an exciting tour of the Pacific Northwest awaits, taking you to Portland and Medford with plenty of spectacular sights in between! Next, you’ll experience picturesque Lake Tahoe before having plenty of time to enjoy the Reno area. After, travel through Sacramento on your way to San Francisco to end your journey in the “City by the Bay,” offering you wonderful highlights, including Fisherman’s Wharf, the Golden Gate Bridge and Pier 39.
Please note: although all these sites are featured on all departures for this vacation, some departure dates operate in the reverse order, offering the tour portion of this vacation before the cruise portion. This difference may impact arrival and departure cities depending on the applicable itinerary. Please select your desired departure date(s) in the above drop-down menu to see the correct corresponding itinerary.
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Day 1(Friday) – Fly to Seattle, WA Today your Alaskan adventure begins with your flight to the Seattle, Washington area. Upon arrival at the Seattle International Airport, tour members who have purchased their airline tickets from Your Man Tours, Inc., please meet your YMT representative in baggage claims for meet and greet services and transfers to the hotel. Overnight in the Seattle area. Day 2(Saturday) – Seattle City Tour then board Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Star (4:00 PM) This morning you are off to Seattle via your spacious motor coach. Your friendly and knowledgeable driver guide will be sure to show you all the highlights from the growing downtown to the Space Needle to the always busy waterfront and Pike Place Market. Then on to the Port of Seattle to board your NCL ship, the Star and begin your Alaska Cruise Adventure. Day 3(Sunday) – Scenic Inside Passage Cruising When explorer John Muir first sailed the Inside Passage he could hardly tear himself away from the rail for fear of missing some new marvel. “Never before,” he wrote, “have I been embosomed in scenery so hopelessly beyond description, tracing shining waves through fjord and sound, past forest and waterfall, islands and mountains....” All this while you’re gliding along in the lap of luxury aboard NCL’s Star. Day 4(Monday) – Ketchikan (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM) Nicknamed “The Salmon Capital of the World,” this important fishing port is also home to the world’s largest collection of Native American totem poles. You can enjoy a stroll through the picturesque waterfront district of this quaint boardwalk city built on stilts, as well as the historic and former “Red Light” district amid gold shops, gift shops and restaurants. Day 5(Tuesday) – Juneau (7:00 AM – 2:00 PM) In Alaska’s capital you may choose to taste salmon baked over an alder wood fire, pan for gold, flightsee the Juneau Ice field, Sawyer Glacier, or walk right up to Mendenhall Glacier located just outside the city limits. There are ample shore excursions to fill your day. Juneau is nestled at the feet of snowcapped Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts and is nicknamed “Little San Francisco” because of its narrow streets and flights of wooden steps hugging the hillside on which its multicolored houses are built. This afternoon after departing Juneau, your delightful cruise will take you to Sawyer Glacier. Dress warmly and find a place at the ship’s rail to view this spectacular show. Don’t forget your camera and binoculars. Your ship will creep slowly toward the glacier before stopping. Prepare to be stunned when you first glimpse the color - glacial ice is an incredible and indescribable blue. Sawyer Glacier calves constantly, shedding huge blocks of ice - so have your camera at the ready. Day 6(Wednesday) – Skagway (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Where the Gold Rush began, Skagway was the turbulent staging point for prospectors hell-bent on getting to the Klondike gold fields. Go ashore. Stroll the weathered boardwalks and drop in at old-time saloons or shop for gold nuggets. You can purchase tickets for a ride in a vintage parlor car up the historic White Horse Pass via a narrow gauge railway. Skagway has preserved the atmosphere of the 1898 gold rush better than any other town in Alaska. Day 7(Thursday) – Prince Rupert, BC (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM) This lovely city of rainbows is a charming port on the Inside Passage in sheltered water off the Pacific coast in British Columbia. It offers visitors the chance to get in touch with nature in its many parks and public spaces. You can go whale watching, visit the grizzly bear sanctuary, or catch sight of eagles freewheeling on the air currents. For those who prefer city over nature, there are many museums, galleries and shops in the area to explore. Day 8(Friday) – At Sea Swim, take in a show, try your luck in the casino—you can really relax and enjoy yourself today. Day 9(Saturday) – Disembark in Seattle, WA and Transfer to Portland, OR With your Alaska Cruise fresh in your memory your forthcoming land tour brings a fresh start to another part of this memorable experience—your land cruise. On your trip to Portland you’ll enjoy the views from your comfortable motor coach seat. You’ll pass over the great Columbia River, travel through the beautiful valleys of southern Washington State, and even pass by Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Rainier! Known as the City of Roses, this cosmopolitan city still retains a cozy, small town feel. Surrounded by beautiful parks, hills and mountains, the area offers many museums, sightseeing opportunities and shopping venues, plus year-round skiing at nearby Mt. Hood. Overnight in the Portland area. Day 10(Sunday) – Medford, OR This travel day through Oregon will transverse Oregon’s many interesting landscapes from the Willamette Valley to the college town of Eugene. All along the way you will be able to take in this beautiful state from the comfort of your scenic cruiser coach. Medford, OR is located in the heart of some of the best scenery and year-round temperate weather in Oregon. Well known for its agricultural products, especially pears, Medford also offers visitors a relaxing opportunity to sightsee and enjoy outdoor activities. Overnight in the Medford area Day 11(Monday) – Lake Tahoe/Reno, NV Today you will travel into the Northern most corner of California on your way to the Lake Tahoe/Reno area. Along the way you will travel by Mt. Shasta as well as through the Shasta/Trinity National Forest and Lassen National Forest which will add a whole new dimension to your scenic land journey. At the end of your day you will find yourself in one of the most scenic gaming areas of the United States—the Lake Tahoe/ Reno area for your next two overnights. Day 12(Tuesday) – Lake Tahoe, NV Today is your day to see gorgeous Lake Tahoe, one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the U.S. You will have plenty of time on your own to explore the downtown casinos and shops which make up this close-knit mountain community, or just enjoy a stroll by the crystal clear lake. Day 13(Wednesday) – Travel Day to San Francisco, CA plus Sacramento, CA Enjoy a drive through ever-changing scenery to the “City by the Bay.” On the way you will make a stop in the capital city of Sacramento for a brief tour around the city. Overnight in the South San Francisco area. Day 14(Thursday) – San Francisco City Tour You truly could leave your heart here after your magnificent City Tour. Perched on the edge of the spectacular San Francisco Bay like a seagull soaring on updraft, the city is ringed by graceful bridges, lush parks, and hills bedecked with jewel-like homes. From the pointed Trans-America Pyramid downtown to Fisherman’s Wharf, the Golden Gate Bridge and Pier 39, you’ll see there’s much to love in this romantic city. You overnight in the South San Francisco Bay area. Day 15(Friday) – Depart for Home Your flight home will give you time to reflect on all the fabulous places you visited and memories you’ve made. You’ll also have time to plan your next YMT vacation! |
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Please note that this is a proposed itinerary; the actual itinerary may vary due to season, special events, or weather. Because our tour arrangements are often made a year or more in advance, YMT Vacations reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Itinerary changes are made to improve your vacation experience, as well as respond to any unforeseen circumstances that mandate alterations. |
Seattle, Washington
San Francisco, California
Day 1(Sunday) – Fly to San Francisco, CA Today, your Alaskan adventure begins with your flight to San Francisco. Upon arrival at the San Francisco International Airport, tour members who have purchased their airline tickets from Your Man Tours, Inc., please meet your YMT representative in baggage claims for meet and greet services and transfers to the hotel. Overnight in the South San Francisco area. Day 2(Monday) – City Tour of San Francisco You truly could leave your heart here after your magnificent City Tour. Perched on the edge of the spectacular San Francisco Bay like a seagull soaring on updraft, the city is ringed by graceful bridges, lush parks, and hills bedecked with jewel-like homes. From the pointed Trans-America Pyramid downtown to Fisherman’s Wharf, the Golden Gate Bridge and Pier 39, you’ll see there’s much to love in this romantic city. Overnight in the South San Francisco area. Day 3(Tuesday) – Travel Day to Lake Tahoe/Reno area plus Sacramento, CA Today is a new day and a new experience on your way to Alaska. You are off to the mountains of Nevada by way of the capital of California, Sacramento, for a brief tour around the city. At the end of your day you will find yourself in one of the most scenic gaming areas of the United Stated—the Lake Tahoe/Reno area for your next two overnights. Day 4(Wednesday) – Lake Tahoe, NV Today is your day to see gorgeous Lake Tahoe, one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the U.S. You will have plenty of time on your own to explore the downtown casinos and shops which make up this close-knit mountain community, or just enjoy a stroll by the crystal clear lake. Overnight in the Lake Tahoe/Reno area. Day 5(Thursday) – Medford, OR Today you will travel into the northern-most corner of California on your way to the Medford, OR area. Along the way you will travel by Mt. Shasta as well as through the Shasta/Trinity National Forest and Lassen National Forest which will add a whole new dimension to your scenic land journey. Medford, a pretty town, is located in the heart of some of the best scenery and year-round temperate weather in Oregon. Well known for its agricultural products, especially pears, Medford also offers visitors a relaxing opportunity to sightsee and enjoy outdoor activities. Overnight in the Medford area. Day 6(Friday) – Portland, OR This travel day through Oregon will transverse Oregon’s many interesting landscapes from the college town of Eugene to the Willamette Valley. All along the way you will be able to take in this beautiful state from the comfort of your scenic cruiser coach. Portland is known as the City of Roses, and this cosmopolitan city still retains a cozy, small town feel. Surrounded by beautiful parks, hills and mountains, the area offers many museums, sightseeing opportunities and shopping venues, plus year-round skiing at nearby Mt. Hood. Overnight in the Portland area. Day 7(Saturday) – Seattle, WA and board Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Star (4:00 PM) With your land tour coming to an end and your thoughts of Alaska ever growing, there is still a land tour experience to complete on your way to the Port of Seattle. You will enjoy the views from your comfortable motor coach as you pass over the great Columbia River, travel through the beautiful valleys of southern Washington State, and even see Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Rainier in the distance. Traveling to the Port of Seattle will show you a how vibrant Seattle has become. Then, it’s time to board your Norwegian Cruise Ship for the start of your Alaska and Inside Passage Cruise. Day 8(Sunday) – Scenic Inside Passage Cruising When explorer John Muir first sailed the Inside Passage he could hardly tear himself away from the rail for fear of missing some new marvel. “Never before,” he wrote, “have I been embosomed in scenery so hopelessly beyond description tracing shining waves through fjord and sound, past forest and waterfall, islands and mountains....” All this while you’re gliding along in the lap of luxury aboard NCL’s Norwegian Star. Day 9(Monday) – Ketchikan (7:00 AM -3:00 PM) Nicknamed “The Salmon Capital of the World,” this important fishing port is also home to the world’s largest collection of Native American totem poles. You can enjoy a stroll through the picturesque waterfront district of this quaint boardwalk city built on stilts, as well as the historic and former “Red Light” district amid gold shops, gift shops and restaurants. Day 10(Tuesday) – Juneau (7:00 AM - 2:00 PM) In Alaska’s capital you may choose to taste salmon baked over an alder wood fire, pan for gold, flightsee the Juneau Icefield, Sawyer Glacier, or walk right up to Mendenhall Glacier located just outside the city limits. There are ample shore excursions to fill your day. Juneau is nestled at the feet of snowcapped Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts and is nicknamed “Little San Francisco” because of its narrow streets and flights of wooden steps hugging the hillside on which its multicolored houses are built. This afternoon after departing Juneau, your delightful cruise will take you to Sawyer Glacier. Dress warmly and find a place at the ship’s rail to view this spectacular show. Don’t forget your camera and binoculars. Your ship will creep slowly toward the glacier before stopping. Prepare to be stunned when you first glimpse the color - glacial ice is an incredible and indescribable blue. Sawyer Glacier calves constantly, shedding huge blocks of ice - so have your camera at the ready. Day 11(Wednesday) – Skagway (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Where the Gold Rush began, Skagway was the turbulent staging point for prospectors hell-bent on getting to the Klondike gold fields. Go ashore. Stroll the weathered boardwalks and drop in at old-time saloons or shop for gold nuggets. You can purchase tickets for a ride in a vintage parlor car up the historic White Horse Pass via a narrow gauge railway. Skagway has preserved the atmosphere of the 1898 gold rush better than any other town in Alaska. Day 12(Thursday) – Prince Rupert, BC (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM) This lovely city of rainbows is a charming port on the Inside Passage in sheltered water off the Pacific coast in British Columbia. It offers visitors the chance to get in touch with nature in its many parks and public spaces. You can go whale watching, visit the grizzly bear sanctuary, or catch sight of eagles free wheeling on the air currents. For those who prefer city over nature, there are many museums, galleries and shops in the area to explore. Day 13(Friday) – At Sea Swim, take in a show, try your luck in the casino—you can really relax and enjoy yourself today. Day 14(Saturday) – Debark and City Tour of Seattle, WA Seattle is a place where the mountains and the oceans seem to have had a love affair and given birth to this wonderful, tree-filled city. Your City Tour will include highlights or this city spread out between streams, lakes and a river. You overnight in the Seattle area. Day 15(Sunday) – Seattle and Depart for Home Your flight home will give you time to reflect on all the fabulous places you visited and memories you’ve made. You’ll also have time to plan your next YMT vacation! |
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Please note that this is a proposed itinerary; the actual itinerary may vary due to season, special events, or weather. Because our tour arrangements are often made a year or more in advance, YMT Vacations reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Itinerary changes are made to improve your vacation experience, as well as respond to any unforeseen circumstances that mandate alterations. |
San Francisco, California
Seattle, Washington
Day 1(Sunday) – Fly to San Francisco, CA Today, your Alaskan adventure begins with your flight to San Francisco. Upon arrival at the San Francisco International Airport, tour members who have purchased their airline tickets from Your Man Tours, Inc., please meet your YMT representative in baggage claims for meet and greet services and transfers to the hotel. Overnight in the South San Francisco area. Day 2(Monday) – City Tour of San Francisco You truly could leave your heart here after your magnificent City Tour. Perched on the edge of the spectacular San Francisco Bay like a seagull soaring on updraft, the city is ringed by graceful bridges, lush parks, and hills bedecked with jewel-like homes. From the pointed Trans-America Pyramid downtown to Fisherman’s Wharf, the Golden Gate Bridge and Pier 39, you’ll see there’s much to love in this romantic city. Overnight in the South San Francisco area. Day 3(Tuesday) – Travel Day to Lake Tahoe/Reno area plus Sacramento, CA Today is a new day and a new experience on your way to Alaska. You are off to the mountains of Nevada by way of the capital of California, Sacramento, for a brief tour around the city. At the end of your day you will find yourself in one of the most scenic gaming areas of the United Stated—the Lake Tahoe/Reno area for your next two overnights. Day 4(Wednesday) – Lake Tahoe, NV Today is your day to see gorgeous Lake Tahoe, one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the U.S. You will have plenty of time on your own to explore the downtown casinos and shops which make up this close-knit mountain community, or just enjoy a stroll by the crystal clear lake. Overnight in the Lake Tahoe/Reno area. Day 5(Thursday) – Medford, OR Today you will travel into the northern-most corner of California on your way to the Medford, OR area. Along the way you will travel by Mt. Shasta as well as through the Shasta/Trinity National Forest and Lassen National Forest which will add a whole new dimension to your scenic land journey. Medford, a pretty town, is located in the heart of some of the best scenery and year-round temperate weather in Oregon. Well known for its agricultural products, especially pears, Medford also offers visitors a relaxing opportunity to sightsee and enjoy outdoor activities. Overnight in the Medford area. Day 6(Friday) – Portland, OR This travel day through Oregon will transverse Oregon’s many interesting landscapes from the college town of Eugene to the Willamette Valley. All along the way you will be able to take in this beautiful state from the comfort of your scenic cruiser coach. Portland is known as the City of Roses, and this cosmopolitan city still retains a cozy, small town feel. Surrounded by beautiful parks, hills and mountains, the area offers many museums, sightseeing opportunities and shopping venues, plus year-round skiing at nearby Mt. Hood. Overnight in the Portland area. Day 7(Saturday) – Seattle, WA and board Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Star (4:00 PM) With your land tour coming to an end and your thoughts of Alaska ever growing, there is still a land tour experience to complete on your way to the Port of Seattle. You will enjoy the views from your comfortable motor coach as you pass over the great Columbia River, travel through the beautiful valleys of southern Washington State, and even see Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Rainier in the distance. Traveling to the Port of Seattle will show you a how vibrant Seattle has become. Then, it’s time to board your Norwegian Cruise Ship for the start of your Alaska and Inside Passage Cruise. Day 8(Sunday) – Scenic Inside Passage Cruising When explorer John Muir first sailed the Inside Passage he could hardly tear himself away from the rail for fear of missing some new marvel. “Never before,” he wrote, “have I been embosomed in scenery so hopelessly beyond description tracing shining waves through fjord and sound, past forest and waterfall, islands and mountains....” All this while you’re gliding along in the lap of luxury aboard NCL’s Norwegian Star. Day 9(Monday) – Ketchikan (7:00 AM -3:00 PM) Nicknamed “The Salmon Capital of the World,” this important fishing port is also home to the world’s largest collection of Native American totem poles. You can enjoy a stroll through the picturesque waterfront district of this quaint boardwalk city built on stilts, as well as the historic and former “Red Light” district amid gold shops, gift shops and restaurants. Day 10(Tuesday) – Juneau (7:00 AM - 2:00 PM) In Alaska’s capital you may choose to taste salmon baked over an alder wood fire, pan for gold, flightsee the Juneau Icefield, Sawyer Glacier, or walk right up to Mendenhall Glacier located just outside the city limits. There are ample shore excursions to fill your day. Juneau is nestled at the feet of snowcapped Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts and is nicknamed “Little San Francisco” because of its narrow streets and flights of wooden steps hugging the hillside on which its multicolored houses are built. This afternoon after departing Juneau, your delightful cruise will take you to Sawyer Glacier. Dress warmly and find a place at the ship’s rail to view this spectacular show. Don’t forget your camera and binoculars. Your ship will creep slowly toward the glacier before stopping. Prepare to be stunned when you first glimpse the color - glacial ice is an incredible and indescribable blue. Sawyer Glacier calves constantly, shedding huge blocks of ice - so have your camera at the ready. Day 11(Wednesday) – Skagway (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Where the Gold Rush began, Skagway was the turbulent staging point for prospectors hell-bent on getting to the Klondike gold fields. Go ashore. Stroll the weathered boardwalks and drop in at old-time saloons or shop for gold nuggets. You can purchase tickets for a ride in a vintage parlor car up the historic White Horse Pass via a narrow gauge railway. Skagway has preserved the atmosphere of the 1898 gold rush better than any other town in Alaska. Day 12(Thursday) – Prince Rupert, BC (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM) This lovely city of rainbows is a charming port on the Inside Passage in sheltered water off the Pacific coast in British Columbia. It offers visitors the chance to get in touch with nature in its many parks and public spaces. You can go whale watching, visit the grizzly bear sanctuary, or catch sight of eagles free wheeling on the air currents. For those who prefer city over nature, there are many museums, galleries and shops in the area to explore. Day 13(Friday) – At Sea Swim, take in a show, try your luck in the casino—you can really relax and enjoy yourself today. Day 14(Saturday) – Debark and City Tour of Seattle, WA Seattle is a place where the mountains and the oceans seem to have had a love affair and given birth to this wonderful, tree-filled city. Your City Tour will include highlights or this city spread out between streams, lakes and a river. You overnight in the Seattle area. Day 15(Sunday) – Seattle and Depart for Home Your flight home will give you time to reflect on all the fabulous places you visited and memories you’ve made. You’ll also have time to plan your next YMT vacation! |
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Please note that this is a proposed itinerary; the actual itinerary may vary due to season, special events, or weather. Because our tour arrangements are often made a year or more in advance, YMT Vacations reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Itinerary changes are made to improve your vacation experience, as well as respond to any unforeseen circumstances that mandate alterations. |
San Francisco, California
Seattle, Washington
Day 1(Sunday) – Fly to San Francisco, CA Today, your Alaskan adventure begins with your flight to San Francisco. Upon arrival at the San Francisco International Airport, tour members who have purchased their airline tickets from Your Man Tours, Inc., please meet your YMT representative in baggage claims for meet and greet services and transfers to the hotel. Overnight in the South San Francisco area. Day 2(Monday) – City Tour of San Francisco You truly could leave your heart here after your magnificent City Tour. Perched on the edge of the spectacular San Francisco Bay like a seagull soaring on updraft, the city is ringed by graceful bridges, lush parks, and hills bedecked with jewel-like homes. From the pointed Trans-America Pyramid downtown to Fisherman’s Wharf, the Golden Gate Bridge and Pier 39, you’ll see there’s much to love in this romantic city. Overnight in the South San Francisco area. Day 3(Tuesday) – Travel Day to Lake Tahoe/Reno area plus Sacramento, CA Today is a new day and a new experience on your way to Alaska. You are off to the mountains of Nevada by way of the capital of California, Sacramento, for a brief tour around the city. At the end of your day you will find yourself in one of the most scenic gaming areas of the United Stated—the Lake Tahoe/Reno area for your next two overnights. Day 4(Wednesday) – Lake Tahoe, NV Today is your day to see gorgeous Lake Tahoe, one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the U.S. You will have plenty of time on your own to explore the downtown casinos and shops which make up this close-knit mountain community, or just enjoy a stroll by the crystal clear lake. Overnight in the Lake Tahoe/Reno area. Day 5(Thursday) – Medford, OR Today you will travel into the northern-most corner of California on your way to the Medford, OR area. Along the way you will travel by Mt. Shasta as well as through the Shasta/Trinity National Forest and Lassen National Forest which will add a whole new dimension to your scenic land journey. Medford, a pretty town, is located in the heart of some of the best scenery and year-round temperate weather in Oregon. Well known for its agricultural products, especially pears, Medford also offers visitors a relaxing opportunity to sightsee and enjoy outdoor activities. Overnight in the Medford area. Day 6(Friday) – Portland, OR This travel day through Oregon will transverse Oregon’s many interesting landscapes from the college town of Eugene to the Willamette Valley. All along the way you will be able to take in this beautiful state from the comfort of your scenic cruiser coach. Portland is known as the City of Roses, and this cosmopolitan city still retains a cozy, small town feel. Surrounded by beautiful parks, hills and mountains, the area offers many museums, sightseeing opportunities and shopping venues, plus year-round skiing at nearby Mt. Hood. Overnight in the Portland area. Day 7(Saturday) – Seattle, WA and board Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Star (4:00 PM) With your land tour coming to an end and your thoughts of Alaska ever growing, there is still a land tour experience to complete on your way to the Port of Seattle. You will enjoy the views from your comfortable motor coach as you pass over the great Columbia River, travel through the beautiful valleys of southern Washington State, and even see Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Rainier in the distance. Traveling to the Port of Seattle will show you a how vibrant Seattle has become. Then, it’s time to board your Norwegian Cruise Ship for the start of your Alaska and Inside Passage Cruise. Day 8(Sunday) – Scenic Inside Passage Cruising When explorer John Muir first sailed the Inside Passage he could hardly tear himself away from the rail for fear of missing some new marvel. “Never before,” he wrote, “have I been embosomed in scenery so hopelessly beyond description tracing shining waves through fjord and sound, past forest and waterfall, islands and mountains....” All this while you’re gliding along in the lap of luxury aboard NCL’s Norwegian Star. Day 9(Monday) – Ketchikan (7:00 AM -3:00 PM) Nicknamed “The Salmon Capital of the World,” this important fishing port is also home to the world’s largest collection of Native American totem poles. You can enjoy a stroll through the picturesque waterfront district of this quaint boardwalk city built on stilts, as well as the historic and former “Red Light” district amid gold shops, gift shops and restaurants. Day 10(Tuesday) – Juneau (7:00 AM - 2:00 PM) In Alaska’s capital you may choose to taste salmon baked over an alder wood fire, pan for gold, flightsee the Juneau Icefield, Sawyer Glacier, or walk right up to Mendenhall Glacier located just outside the city limits. There are ample shore excursions to fill your day. Juneau is nestled at the feet of snowcapped Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts and is nicknamed “Little San Francisco” because of its narrow streets and flights of wooden steps hugging the hillside on which its multicolored houses are built. This afternoon after departing Juneau, your delightful cruise will take you to Sawyer Glacier. Dress warmly and find a place at the ship’s rail to view this spectacular show. Don’t forget your camera and binoculars. Your ship will creep slowly toward the glacier before stopping. Prepare to be stunned when you first glimpse the color - glacial ice is an incredible and indescribable blue. Sawyer Glacier calves constantly, shedding huge blocks of ice - so have your camera at the ready. Day 11(Wednesday) – Skagway (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Where the Gold Rush began, Skagway was the turbulent staging point for prospectors hell-bent on getting to the Klondike gold fields. Go ashore. Stroll the weathered boardwalks and drop in at old-time saloons or shop for gold nuggets. You can purchase tickets for a ride in a vintage parlor car up the historic White Horse Pass via a narrow gauge railway. Skagway has preserved the atmosphere of the 1898 gold rush better than any other town in Alaska. Day 12(Thursday) – Prince Rupert, BC (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM) This lovely city of rainbows is a charming port on the Inside Passage in sheltered water off the Pacific coast in British Columbia. It offers visitors the chance to get in touch with nature in its many parks and public spaces. You can go whale watching, visit the grizzly bear sanctuary, or catch sight of eagles free wheeling on the air currents. For those who prefer city over nature, there are many museums, galleries and shops in the area to explore. Day 13(Friday) – At Sea Swim, take in a show, try your luck in the casino—you can really relax and enjoy yourself today. Day 14(Saturday) – Debark and City Tour of Seattle, WA Seattle is a place where the mountains and the oceans seem to have had a love affair and given birth to this wonderful, tree-filled city. Your City Tour will include highlights or this city spread out between streams, lakes and a river. You overnight in the Seattle area. Day 15(Sunday) – Seattle and Depart for Home Your flight home will give you time to reflect on all the fabulous places you visited and memories you’ve made. You’ll also have time to plan your next YMT vacation! |
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Please note that this is a proposed itinerary; the actual itinerary may vary due to season, special events, or weather. Because our tour arrangements are often made a year or more in advance, YMT Vacations reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Itinerary changes are made to improve your vacation experience, as well as respond to any unforeseen circumstances that mandate alterations. |
San Francisco, California
Seattle, Washington
Day 1(Sunday) – Fly to San Francisco, CA Today, your Alaskan adventure begins with your flight to San Francisco. Upon arrival at the San Francisco International Airport, tour members who have purchased their airline tickets from Your Man Tours, Inc., please meet your YMT representative in baggage claims for meet and greet services and transfers to the hotel. Overnight in the South San Francisco area. Day 2(Monday) – City Tour of San Francisco You truly could leave your heart here after your magnificent City Tour. Perched on the edge of the spectacular San Francisco Bay like a seagull soaring on updraft, the city is ringed by graceful bridges, lush parks, and hills bedecked with jewel-like homes. From the pointed Trans-America Pyramid downtown to Fisherman’s Wharf, the Golden Gate Bridge and Pier 39, you’ll see there’s much to love in this romantic city. Overnight in the South San Francisco area. Day 3(Tuesday) – Travel Day to Lake Tahoe/Reno area plus Sacramento, CA Today is a new day and a new experience on your way to Alaska. You are off to the mountains of Nevada by way of the capital of California, Sacramento, for a brief tour around the city. At the end of your day you will find yourself in one of the most scenic gaming areas of the United Stated—the Lake Tahoe/Reno area for your next two overnights. Day 4(Wednesday) – Lake Tahoe, NV Today is your day to see gorgeous Lake Tahoe, one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the U.S. You will have plenty of time on your own to explore the downtown casinos and shops which make up this close-knit mountain community, or just enjoy a stroll by the crystal clear lake. Overnight in the Lake Tahoe/Reno area. Day 5(Thursday) – Medford, OR Today you will travel into the northern-most corner of California on your way to the Medford, OR area. Along the way you will travel by Mt. Shasta as well as through the Shasta/Trinity National Forest and Lassen National Forest which will add a whole new dimension to your scenic land journey. Medford, a pretty town, is located in the heart of some of the best scenery and year-round temperate weather in Oregon. Well known for its agricultural products, especially pears, Medford also offers visitors a relaxing opportunity to sightsee and enjoy outdoor activities. Overnight in the Medford area. Day 6(Friday) – Portland, OR This travel day through Oregon will transverse Oregon’s many interesting landscapes from the college town of Eugene to the Willamette Valley. All along the way you will be able to take in this beautiful state from the comfort of your scenic cruiser coach. Portland is known as the City of Roses, and this cosmopolitan city still retains a cozy, small town feel. Surrounded by beautiful parks, hills and mountains, the area offers many museums, sightseeing opportunities and shopping venues, plus year-round skiing at nearby Mt. Hood. Overnight in the Portland area. Day 7(Saturday) – Seattle, WA and board Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Star (4:00 PM) With your land tour coming to an end and your thoughts of Alaska ever growing, there is still a land tour experience to complete on your way to the Port of Seattle. You will enjoy the views from your comfortable motor coach as you pass over the great Columbia River, travel through the beautiful valleys of southern Washington State, and even see Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Rainier in the distance. Traveling to the Port of Seattle will show you a how vibrant Seattle has become. Then, it’s time to board your Norwegian Cruise Ship for the start of your Alaska and Inside Passage Cruise. Day 8(Sunday) – Scenic Inside Passage Cruising When explorer John Muir first sailed the Inside Passage he could hardly tear himself away from the rail for fear of missing some new marvel. “Never before,” he wrote, “have I been embosomed in scenery so hopelessly beyond description tracing shining waves through fjord and sound, past forest and waterfall, islands and mountains....” All this while you’re gliding along in the lap of luxury aboard NCL’s Norwegian Star. Day 9(Monday) – Ketchikan (7:00 AM -3:00 PM) Nicknamed “The Salmon Capital of the World,” this important fishing port is also home to the world’s largest collection of Native American totem poles. You can enjoy a stroll through the picturesque waterfront district of this quaint boardwalk city built on stilts, as well as the historic and former “Red Light” district amid gold shops, gift shops and restaurants. Day 10(Tuesday) – Juneau (7:00 AM - 2:00 PM) In Alaska’s capital you may choose to taste salmon baked over an alder wood fire, pan for gold, flightsee the Juneau Icefield, Sawyer Glacier, or walk right up to Mendenhall Glacier located just outside the city limits. There are ample shore excursions to fill your day. Juneau is nestled at the feet of snowcapped Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts and is nicknamed “Little San Francisco” because of its narrow streets and flights of wooden steps hugging the hillside on which its multicolored houses are built. This afternoon after departing Juneau, your delightful cruise will take you to Sawyer Glacier. Dress warmly and find a place at the ship’s rail to view this spectacular show. Don’t forget your camera and binoculars. Your ship will creep slowly toward the glacier before stopping. Prepare to be stunned when you first glimpse the color - glacial ice is an incredible and indescribable blue. Sawyer Glacier calves constantly, shedding huge blocks of ice - so have your camera at the ready. Day 11(Wednesday) – Skagway (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Where the Gold Rush began, Skagway was the turbulent staging point for prospectors hell-bent on getting to the Klondike gold fields. Go ashore. Stroll the weathered boardwalks and drop in at old-time saloons or shop for gold nuggets. You can purchase tickets for a ride in a vintage parlor car up the historic White Horse Pass via a narrow gauge railway. Skagway has preserved the atmosphere of the 1898 gold rush better than any other town in Alaska. Day 12(Thursday) – Prince Rupert, BC (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM) This lovely city of rainbows is a charming port on the Inside Passage in sheltered water off the Pacific coast in British Columbia. It offers visitors the chance to get in touch with nature in its many parks and public spaces. You can go whale watching, visit the grizzly bear sanctuary, or catch sight of eagles free wheeling on the air currents. For those who prefer city over nature, there are many museums, galleries and shops in the area to explore. Day 13(Friday) – At Sea Swim, take in a show, try your luck in the casino—you can really relax and enjoy yourself today. Day 14(Saturday) – Debark and City Tour of Seattle, WA Seattle is a place where the mountains and the oceans seem to have had a love affair and given birth to this wonderful, tree-filled city. Your City Tour will include highlights or this city spread out between streams, lakes and a river. You overnight in the Seattle area. Day 15(Sunday) – Seattle and Depart for Home Your flight home will give you time to reflect on all the fabulous places you visited and memories you’ve made. You’ll also have time to plan your next YMT vacation! |
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Please note that this is a proposed itinerary; the actual itinerary may vary due to season, special events, or weather. Because our tour arrangements are often made a year or more in advance, YMT Vacations reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Itinerary changes are made to improve your vacation experience, as well as respond to any unforeseen circumstances that mandate alterations. |
San Francisco, California
Seattle, Washington
Day 1(Sunday) – Fly to San Francisco, CA Today, your Alaskan adventure begins with your flight to San Francisco. Upon arrival at the San Francisco International Airport, tour members who have purchased their airline tickets from Your Man Tours, Inc., please meet your YMT representative in baggage claims for meet and greet services and transfers to the hotel. Overnight in the South San Francisco area. Day 2(Monday) – City Tour of San Francisco You truly could leave your heart here after your magnificent City Tour. Perched on the edge of the spectacular San Francisco Bay like a seagull soaring on updraft, the city is ringed by graceful bridges, lush parks, and hills bedecked with jewel-like homes. From the pointed Trans-America Pyramid downtown to Fisherman’s Wharf, the Golden Gate Bridge and Pier 39, you’ll see there’s much to love in this romantic city. Overnight in the South San Francisco area. Day 3(Tuesday) – Travel Day to Lake Tahoe/Reno area plus Sacramento, CA Today is a new day and a new experience on your way to Alaska. You are off to the mountains of Nevada by way of the capital of California, Sacramento, for a brief tour around the city. At the end of your day you will find yourself in one of the most scenic gaming areas of the United Stated—the Lake Tahoe/Reno area for your next two overnights. Day 4(Wednesday) – Lake Tahoe, NV Today is your day to see gorgeous Lake Tahoe, one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the U.S. You will have plenty of time on your own to explore the downtown casinos and shops which make up this close-knit mountain community, or just enjoy a stroll by the crystal clear lake. Overnight in the Lake Tahoe/Reno area. Day 5(Thursday) – Medford, OR Today you will travel into the northern-most corner of California on your way to the Medford, OR area. Along the way you will travel by Mt. Shasta as well as through the Shasta/Trinity National Forest and Lassen National Forest which will add a whole new dimension to your scenic land journey. Medford, a pretty town, is located in the heart of some of the best scenery and year-round temperate weather in Oregon. Well known for its agricultural products, especially pears, Medford also offers visitors a relaxing opportunity to sightsee and enjoy outdoor activities. Overnight in the Medford area. Day 6(Friday) – Portland, OR This travel day through Oregon will transverse Oregon’s many interesting landscapes from the college town of Eugene to the Willamette Valley. All along the way you will be able to take in this beautiful state from the comfort of your scenic cruiser coach. Portland is known as the City of Roses, and this cosmopolitan city still retains a cozy, small town feel. Surrounded by beautiful parks, hills and mountains, the area offers many museums, sightseeing opportunities and shopping venues, plus year-round skiing at nearby Mt. Hood. Overnight in the Portland area. Day 7(Saturday) – Seattle, WA and board Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Star (4:00 PM) With your land tour coming to an end and your thoughts of Alaska ever growing, there is still a land tour experience to complete on your way to the Port of Seattle. You will enjoy the views from your comfortable motor coach as you pass over the great Columbia River, travel through the beautiful valleys of southern Washington State, and even see Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Rainier in the distance. Traveling to the Port of Seattle will show you a how vibrant Seattle has become. Then, it’s time to board your Norwegian Cruise Ship for the start of your Alaska and Inside Passage Cruise. Day 8(Sunday) – Scenic Inside Passage Cruising When explorer John Muir first sailed the Inside Passage he could hardly tear himself away from the rail for fear of missing some new marvel. “Never before,” he wrote, “have I been embosomed in scenery so hopelessly beyond description tracing shining waves through fjord and sound, past forest and waterfall, islands and mountains....” All this while you’re gliding along in the lap of luxury aboard NCL’s Norwegian Star. Day 9(Monday) – Ketchikan (7:00 AM -3:00 PM) Nicknamed “The Salmon Capital of the World,” this important fishing port is also home to the world’s largest collection of Native American totem poles. You can enjoy a stroll through the picturesque waterfront district of this quaint boardwalk city built on stilts, as well as the historic and former “Red Light” district amid gold shops, gift shops and restaurants. Day 10(Tuesday) – Juneau (7:00 AM - 2:00 PM) In Alaska’s capital you may choose to taste salmon baked over an alder wood fire, pan for gold, flightsee the Juneau Icefield, Sawyer Glacier, or walk right up to Mendenhall Glacier located just outside the city limits. There are ample shore excursions to fill your day. Juneau is nestled at the feet of snowcapped Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts and is nicknamed “Little San Francisco” because of its narrow streets and flights of wooden steps hugging the hillside on which its multicolored houses are built. This afternoon after departing Juneau, your delightful cruise will take you to Sawyer Glacier. Dress warmly and find a place at the ship’s rail to view this spectacular show. Don’t forget your camera and binoculars. Your ship will creep slowly toward the glacier before stopping. Prepare to be stunned when you first glimpse the color - glacial ice is an incredible and indescribable blue. Sawyer Glacier calves constantly, shedding huge blocks of ice - so have your camera at the ready. Day 11(Wednesday) – Skagway (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Where the Gold Rush began, Skagway was the turbulent staging point for prospectors hell-bent on getting to the Klondike gold fields. Go ashore. Stroll the weathered boardwalks and drop in at old-time saloons or shop for gold nuggets. You can purchase tickets for a ride in a vintage parlor car up the historic White Horse Pass via a narrow gauge railway. Skagway has preserved the atmosphere of the 1898 gold rush better than any other town in Alaska. Day 12(Thursday) – Prince Rupert, BC (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM) This lovely city of rainbows is a charming port on the Inside Passage in sheltered water off the Pacific coast in British Columbia. It offers visitors the chance to get in touch with nature in its many parks and public spaces. You can go whale watching, visit the grizzly bear sanctuary, or catch sight of eagles free wheeling on the air currents. For those who prefer city over nature, there are many museums, galleries and shops in the area to explore. Day 13(Friday) – At Sea Swim, take in a show, try your luck in the casino—you can really relax and enjoy yourself today. Day 14(Saturday) – Debark and City Tour of Seattle, WA Seattle is a place where the mountains and the oceans seem to have had a love affair and given birth to this wonderful, tree-filled city. Your City Tour will include highlights or this city spread out between streams, lakes and a river. You overnight in the Seattle area. Day 15(Sunday) – Seattle and Depart for Home Your flight home will give you time to reflect on all the fabulous places you visited and memories you’ve made. You’ll also have time to plan your next YMT vacation! |
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Please note that this is a proposed itinerary; the actual itinerary may vary due to season, special events, or weather. Because our tour arrangements are often made a year or more in advance, YMT Vacations reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Itinerary changes are made to improve your vacation experience, as well as respond to any unforeseen circumstances that mandate alterations. |
San Francisco, California
Seattle, Washington
Day 1(Sunday) – Fly to San Francisco, CA Today, your Alaskan adventure begins with your flight to San Francisco. Upon arrival at the San Francisco International Airport, tour members who have purchased their airline tickets from Your Man Tours, Inc., please meet your YMT representative in baggage claims for meet and greet services and transfers to the hotel. Overnight in the South San Francisco area. Day 2(Monday) – City Tour of San Francisco You truly could leave your heart here after your magnificent City Tour. Perched on the edge of the spectacular San Francisco Bay like a seagull soaring on updraft, the city is ringed by graceful bridges, lush parks, and hills bedecked with jewel-like homes. From the pointed Trans-America Pyramid downtown to Fisherman’s Wharf, the Golden Gate Bridge and Pier 39, you’ll see there’s much to love in this romantic city. Overnight in the South San Francisco area. Day 3(Tuesday) – Travel Day to Lake Tahoe/Reno area plus Sacramento, CA Today is a new day and a new experience on your way to Alaska. You are off to the mountains of Nevada by way of the capital of California, Sacramento, for a brief tour around the city. At the end of your day you will find yourself in one of the most scenic gaming areas of the United Stated—the Lake Tahoe/Reno area for your next two overnights. Day 4(Wednesday) – Lake Tahoe, NV Today is your day to see gorgeous Lake Tahoe, one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the U.S. You will have plenty of time on your own to explore the downtown casinos and shops which make up this close-knit mountain community, or just enjoy a stroll by the crystal clear lake. Overnight in the Lake Tahoe/Reno area. Day 5(Thursday) – Medford, OR Today you will travel into the northern-most corner of California on your way to the Medford, OR area. Along the way you will travel by Mt. Shasta as well as through the Shasta/Trinity National Forest and Lassen National Forest which will add a whole new dimension to your scenic land journey. Medford, a pretty town, is located in the heart of some of the best scenery and year-round temperate weather in Oregon. Well known for its agricultural products, especially pears, Medford also offers visitors a relaxing opportunity to sightsee and enjoy outdoor activities. Overnight in the Medford area. Day 6(Friday) – Portland, OR This travel day through Oregon will transverse Oregon’s many interesting landscapes from the college town of Eugene to the Willamette Valley. All along the way you will be able to take in this beautiful state from the comfort of your scenic cruiser coach. Portland is known as the City of Roses, and this cosmopolitan city still retains a cozy, small town feel. Surrounded by beautiful parks, hills and mountains, the area offers many museums, sightseeing opportunities and shopping venues, plus year-round skiing at nearby Mt. Hood. Overnight in the Portland area. Day 7(Saturday) – Seattle, WA and board Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Star (4:00 PM) With your land tour coming to an end and your thoughts of Alaska ever growing, there is still a land tour experience to complete on your way to the Port of Seattle. You will enjoy the views from your comfortable motor coach as you pass over the great Columbia River, travel through the beautiful valleys of southern Washington State, and even see Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Rainier in the distance. Traveling to the Port of Seattle will show you a how vibrant Seattle has become. Then, it’s time to board your Norwegian Cruise Ship for the start of your Alaska and Inside Passage Cruise. Day 8(Sunday) – Scenic Inside Passage Cruising When explorer John Muir first sailed the Inside Passage he could hardly tear himself away from the rail for fear of missing some new marvel. “Never before,” he wrote, “have I been embosomed in scenery so hopelessly beyond description tracing shining waves through fjord and sound, past forest and waterfall, islands and mountains....” All this while you’re gliding along in the lap of luxury aboard NCL’s Norwegian Star. Day 9(Monday) – Ketchikan (7:00 AM -3:00 PM) Nicknamed “The Salmon Capital of the World,” this important fishing port is also home to the world’s largest collection of Native American totem poles. You can enjoy a stroll through the picturesque waterfront district of this quaint boardwalk city built on stilts, as well as the historic and former “Red Light” district amid gold shops, gift shops and restaurants. Day 10(Tuesday) – Juneau (7:00 AM - 2:00 PM) In Alaska’s capital you may choose to taste salmon baked over an alder wood fire, pan for gold, flightsee the Juneau Icefield, Sawyer Glacier, or walk right up to Mendenhall Glacier located just outside the city limits. There are ample shore excursions to fill your day. Juneau is nestled at the feet of snowcapped Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts and is nicknamed “Little San Francisco” because of its narrow streets and flights of wooden steps hugging the hillside on which its multicolored houses are built. This afternoon after departing Juneau, your delightful cruise will take you to Sawyer Glacier. Dress warmly and find a place at the ship’s rail to view this spectacular show. Don’t forget your camera and binoculars. Your ship will creep slowly toward the glacier before stopping. Prepare to be stunned when you first glimpse the color - glacial ice is an incredible and indescribable blue. Sawyer Glacier calves constantly, shedding huge blocks of ice - so have your camera at the ready. Day 11(Wednesday) – Skagway (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Where the Gold Rush began, Skagway was the turbulent staging point for prospectors hell-bent on getting to the Klondike gold fields. Go ashore. Stroll the weathered boardwalks and drop in at old-time saloons or shop for gold nuggets. You can purchase tickets for a ride in a vintage parlor car up the historic White Horse Pass via a narrow gauge railway. Skagway has preserved the atmosphere of the 1898 gold rush better than any other town in Alaska. Day 12(Thursday) – Prince Rupert, BC (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM) This lovely city of rainbows is a charming port on the Inside Passage in sheltered water off the Pacific coast in British Columbia. It offers visitors the chance to get in touch with nature in its many parks and public spaces. You can go whale watching, visit the grizzly bear sanctuary, or catch sight of eagles free wheeling on the air currents. For those who prefer city over nature, there are many museums, galleries and shops in the area to explore. Day 13(Friday) – At Sea Swim, take in a show, try your luck in the casino—you can really relax and enjoy yourself today. Day 14(Saturday) – Debark and City Tour of Seattle, WA Seattle is a place where the mountains and the oceans seem to have had a love affair and given birth to this wonderful, tree-filled city. Your City Tour will include highlights or this city spread out between streams, lakes and a river. You overnight in the Seattle area. Day 15(Sunday) – Seattle and Depart for Home Your flight home will give you time to reflect on all the fabulous places you visited and memories you’ve made. You’ll also have time to plan your next YMT vacation! |
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Please note that this is a proposed itinerary; the actual itinerary may vary due to season, special events, or weather. Because our tour arrangements are often made a year or more in advance, YMT Vacations reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Itinerary changes are made to improve your vacation experience, as well as respond to any unforeseen circumstances that mandate alterations. |
San Francisco, California
Seattle, Washington
Day 1(Sunday) – Fly to San Francisco, CA Today, your Alaskan adventure begins with your flight to San Francisco. Upon arrival at the San Francisco International Airport, tour members who have purchased their airline tickets from Your Man Tours, Inc., please meet your YMT representative in baggage claims for meet and greet services and transfers to the hotel. Overnight in the South San Francisco area. Day 2(Monday) – City Tour of San Francisco You truly could leave your heart here after your magnificent City Tour. Perched on the edge of the spectacular San Francisco Bay like a seagull soaring on updraft, the city is ringed by graceful bridges, lush parks, and hills bedecked with jewel-like homes. From the pointed Trans-America Pyramid downtown to Fisherman’s Wharf, the Golden Gate Bridge and Pier 39, you’ll see there’s much to love in this romantic city. Overnight in the South San Francisco area. Day 3(Tuesday) – Travel Day to Lake Tahoe/Reno area plus Sacramento, CA Today is a new day and a new experience on your way to Alaska. You are off to the mountains of Nevada by way of the capital of California, Sacramento, for a brief tour around the city. At the end of your day you will find yourself in one of the most scenic gaming areas of the United Stated—the Lake Tahoe/Reno area for your next two overnights. Day 4(Wednesday) – Lake Tahoe, NV Today is your day to see gorgeous Lake Tahoe, one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the U.S. You will have plenty of time on your own to explore the downtown casinos and shops which make up this close-knit mountain community, or just enjoy a stroll by the crystal clear lake. Overnight in the Lake Tahoe/Reno area. Day 5(Thursday) – Medford, OR Today you will travel into the northern-most corner of California on your way to the Medford, OR area. Along the way you will travel by Mt. Shasta as well as through the Shasta/Trinity National Forest and Lassen National Forest which will add a whole new dimension to your scenic land journey. Medford, a pretty town, is located in the heart of some of the best scenery and year-round temperate weather in Oregon. Well known for its agricultural products, especially pears, Medford also offers visitors a relaxing opportunity to sightsee and enjoy outdoor activities. Overnight in the Medford area. Day 6(Friday) – Portland, OR This travel day through Oregon will transverse Oregon’s many interesting landscapes from the college town of Eugene to the Willamette Valley. All along the way you will be able to take in this beautiful state from the comfort of your scenic cruiser coach. Portland is known as the City of Roses, and this cosmopolitan city still retains a cozy, small town feel. Surrounded by beautiful parks, hills and mountains, the area offers many museums, sightseeing opportunities and shopping venues, plus year-round skiing at nearby Mt. Hood. Overnight in the Portland area. Day 7(Saturday) – Seattle, WA and board Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Star (4:00 PM) With your land tour coming to an end and your thoughts of Alaska ever growing, there is still a land tour experience to complete on your way to the Port of Seattle. You will enjoy the views from your comfortable motor coach as you pass over the great Columbia River, travel through the beautiful valleys of southern Washington State, and even see Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Rainier in the distance. Traveling to the Port of Seattle will show you a how vibrant Seattle has become. Then, it’s time to board your Norwegian Cruise Ship for the start of your Alaska and Inside Passage Cruise. Day 8(Sunday) – Scenic Inside Passage Cruising When explorer John Muir first sailed the Inside Passage he could hardly tear himself away from the rail for fear of missing some new marvel. “Never before,” he wrote, “have I been embosomed in scenery so hopelessly beyond description tracing shining waves through fjord and sound, past forest and waterfall, islands and mountains....” All this while you’re gliding along in the lap of luxury aboard NCL’s Norwegian Star. Day 9(Monday) – Ketchikan (7:00 AM -3:00 PM) Nicknamed “The Salmon Capital of the World,” this important fishing port is also home to the world’s largest collection of Native American totem poles. You can enjoy a stroll through the picturesque waterfront district of this quaint boardwalk city built on stilts, as well as the historic and former “Red Light” district amid gold shops, gift shops and restaurants. Day 10(Tuesday) – Juneau (7:00 AM - 2:00 PM) In Alaska’s capital you may choose to taste salmon baked over an alder wood fire, pan for gold, flightsee the Juneau Icefield, Sawyer Glacier, or walk right up to Mendenhall Glacier located just outside the city limits. There are ample shore excursions to fill your day. Juneau is nestled at the feet of snowcapped Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts and is nicknamed “Little San Francisco” because of its narrow streets and flights of wooden steps hugging the hillside on which its multicolored houses are built. This afternoon after departing Juneau, your delightful cruise will take you to Sawyer Glacier. Dress warmly and find a place at the ship’s rail to view this spectacular show. Don’t forget your camera and binoculars. Your ship will creep slowly toward the glacier before stopping. Prepare to be stunned when you first glimpse the color - glacial ice is an incredible and indescribable blue. Sawyer Glacier calves constantly, shedding huge blocks of ice - so have your camera at the ready. Day 11(Wednesday) – Skagway (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Where the Gold Rush began, Skagway was the turbulent staging point for prospectors hell-bent on getting to the Klondike gold fields. Go ashore. Stroll the weathered boardwalks and drop in at old-time saloons or shop for gold nuggets. You can purchase tickets for a ride in a vintage parlor car up the historic White Horse Pass via a narrow gauge railway. Skagway has preserved the atmosphere of the 1898 gold rush better than any other town in Alaska. Day 12(Thursday) – Prince Rupert, BC (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM) This lovely city of rainbows is a charming port on the Inside Passage in sheltered water off the Pacific coast in British Columbia. It offers visitors the chance to get in touch with nature in its many parks and public spaces. You can go whale watching, visit the grizzly bear sanctuary, or catch sight of eagles free wheeling on the air currents. For those who prefer city over nature, there are many museums, galleries and shops in the area to explore. Day 13(Friday) – At Sea Swim, take in a show, try your luck in the casino—you can really relax and enjoy yourself today. Day 14(Saturday) – Debark and City Tour of Seattle, WA Seattle is a place where the mountains and the oceans seem to have had a love affair and given birth to this wonderful, tree-filled city. Your City Tour will include highlights or this city spread out between streams, lakes and a river. You overnight in the Seattle area. Day 15(Sunday) – Seattle and Depart for Home Your flight home will give you time to reflect on all the fabulous places you visited and memories you’ve made. You’ll also have time to plan your next YMT vacation! |
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Please note that this is a proposed itinerary; the actual itinerary may vary due to season, special events, or weather. Because our tour arrangements are often made a year or more in advance, YMT Vacations reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Itinerary changes are made to improve your vacation experience, as well as respond to any unforeseen circumstances that mandate alterations. |
San Francisco, California
Seattle, Washington
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![]() | Oceanview Stateroom - Category CDecks 6, 8 Two lower beds, picture window. |
![]() | Balcony Stateroom - Category BBDecks 9, 10 Two lower beds, sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass door opens to private balcony. |
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Images courtesy of YMT Vacations’ cruise line partners. Please note that the images, descriptions, and deck plans are for representation purposes only and actual cabin accommodation layout and/or amenities may vary according to the cruise line’s discretion. |
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![]() | Inside Stateroom - Category JJDeck 9 Two lower beds. |
![]() | Oceanview Stateroom - Category CDeck 6, 8 Two lower beds, picture window. |
![]() | Balcony Stateroom - Category BBDecks 9, 10 Two lower beds, sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass door opens to private balcony. |
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Images courtesy of YMT Vacations’ cruise line partners. Please note that the images, descriptions, and deck plans are for representation purposes only and actual cabin accommodation layout and/or amenities may vary according to the cruise line’s discretion. |
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![]() | Inside Stateroom - Category JJDeck 9 Two lower beds. |
![]() | Oceanview Stateroom - Category CDeck 6, 8 Two lower beds, picture window. |
![]() | Balcony Stateroom - Category BBDecks 9, 10 Two lower beds, sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass door opens to private balcony. |
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Images courtesy of YMT Vacations’ cruise line partners. Please note that the images, descriptions, and deck plans are for representation purposes only and actual cabin accommodation layout and/or amenities may vary according to the cruise line’s discretion. |
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![]() | Inside Stateroom - Category JJDeck 9 Two lower beds. |
![]() | Oceanview Stateroom - Category CDeck 6, 8 Two lower beds, picture window. |
![]() | Balcony Stateroom - Category BBDecks 9, 10 Two lower beds, sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass door opens to private balcony. |
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Images courtesy of YMT Vacations’ cruise line partners. Please note that the images, descriptions, and deck plans are for representation purposes only and actual cabin accommodation layout and/or amenities may vary according to the cruise line’s discretion. |
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![]() | Inside Stateroom - Category JJDeck 9 Two lower beds. |
![]() | Oceanview Stateroom - Category CDeck 6, 8 Two lower beds, picture window. |
![]() | Balcony Stateroom - Category BBDecks 9, 10 Two lower beds, sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass door opens to private balcony. |
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Images courtesy of YMT Vacations’ cruise line partners. Please note that the images, descriptions, and deck plans are for representation purposes only and actual cabin accommodation layout and/or amenities may vary according to the cruise line’s discretion. |
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![]() | Inside Stateroom - Category JJDeck 9 Two lower beds. |
![]() | Oceanview Stateroom - Category CDeck 6, 8 Two lower beds, picture window. |
![]() | Balcony Stateroom - Category BBDecks 9, 10 Two lower beds, sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass door opens to private balcony. |
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Images courtesy of YMT Vacations’ cruise line partners. Please note that the images, descriptions, and deck plans are for representation purposes only and actual cabin accommodation layout and/or amenities may vary according to the cruise line’s discretion. |
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![]() | Inside Stateroom - Category JJDeck 9 Two lower beds. |
![]() | Oceanview Stateroom - Category CDeck 6, 8 Two lower beds, picture window. |
![]() | Balcony Stateroom - Category BBDecks 9, 10 Two lower beds, sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass door opens to private balcony. |
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Images courtesy of YMT Vacations’ cruise line partners. Please note that the images, descriptions, and deck plans are for representation purposes only and actual cabin accommodation layout and/or amenities may vary according to the cruise line’s discretion. |
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![]() | Inside Stateroom - Category JJDeck 9 Two lower beds. |
![]() | Oceanview Stateroom - Category CDeck 6, 8 Two lower beds, picture window. |
![]() | Balcony Stateroom - Category BBDecks 9, 10 Two lower beds, sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass door opens to private balcony. |
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Images courtesy of YMT Vacations’ cruise line partners. Please note that the images, descriptions, and deck plans are for representation purposes only and actual cabin accommodation layout and/or amenities may vary according to the cruise line’s discretion. |
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![]() | Inside Stateroom - Category JJDeck 9 Two lower beds. |
![]() | Oceanview Stateroom - Category CDeck 6, 8 Two lower beds, picture window. |
![]() | Balcony Stateroom - Category BBDecks 9, 10 Two lower beds, sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass door opens to private balcony. |
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Images courtesy of YMT Vacations’ cruise line partners. Please note that the images, descriptions, and deck plans are for representation purposes only and actual cabin accommodation layout and/or amenities may vary according to the cruise line’s discretion. |
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![]() | Inside Stateroom - Category JJDeck 9 Two lower beds. |
![]() | Oceanview Stateroom - Category CDeck 6, 8 Two lower beds, picture window. |
![]() | Balcony Stateroom - Category BBDecks 9, 10 Two lower beds, sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass door opens to private balcony. |
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Images courtesy of YMT Vacations’ cruise line partners. Please note that the images, descriptions, and deck plans are for representation purposes only and actual cabin accommodation layout and/or amenities may vary according to the cruise line’s discretion. |
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![]() | Inside Stateroom - Category JJDeck 9 Two lower beds. |
![]() | Oceanview Stateroom - Category CDeck 6, 8 Two lower beds, picture window. |
![]() | Balcony Stateroom - Category BBDecks 9, 10 Two lower beds, sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass door opens to private balcony. |
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Images courtesy of YMT Vacations’ cruise line partners. Please note that the images, descriptions, and deck plans are for representation purposes only and actual cabin accommodation layout and/or amenities may vary according to the cruise line’s discretion. |
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![]() | Inside Stateroom - Category JJDeck 9 Two lower beds. |
![]() | Oceanview Stateroom - Category CDeck 6, 8 Two lower beds, picture window. |
![]() | Balcony Stateroom - Category BBDecks 9, 10 Two lower beds, sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass door opens to private balcony. |
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Thank you for a great experience!
- G & B Nab, ONI would definitely tour with YMT Vacations again!
- P Jackson, OHThe entire vacation was excellent! Our tour guide/driver was very knowledgeable and informative. Keep up the good work and high standards - and continue to offer freestyle cruising!
- J Deichmeister, PA