Juneau, AK-Shore Excursions



	Juneau, Alaska
	Note: Below are Sample Shore Excursions. Prices are estimated and subject to change
	In Alaska's capital, taste salmon baked over an alder wood fire, pan for gold, flightsee the Juneau Ice Field, and walk right up to the Mendenhall Glacier.

	Shore Excursions

	Alaska-Style Salmon Bake	Historic Goldpanning & Mining Adventure
	Best of Juneau--Wildlife & Whale Quest, Mendenhall Glacier & Alaska Salmon Bake	Juneau City Tour & Mendenhall Glacier
	Evening Whale Quest	Juneau Historical Walking Tour
	Four Glacier & Dog Sled Adventure by Helicopter	Juneau Icefield & Glacier Flightseeing
	Four Glacier Adventure by Helicopter	Mendenhall Glacier Express & Alaska-Style Salmon Bake Combination
	Glacier Outback Adventure	Mendenhall Glacier, Whale Watch & Wildlife Quest
	Glacier-View Sea Kayaking	Mt Roberts Tramway
	Grand Tour of Juneau - City, Glacier, & Gardens	Taku Wilderness Lodge & Glacier Flight Adventure
	Guide's Choice Adventure Hike	The "Pilot's Choice" Helicopter Adventure
	Helicopter Flightseeing & Extended Glacier Trek Adventure	Whale Watching and Wildlife Quest
	Helicopter Flightseeing & Glacier Trek



	Alaska-Style Salmon Bake at Juneau, Alaska

	An Alaskan feast for all of your senses! Experience Alaska's "original" outdoor salmon bake. Upon arrival at the Gold Creek Salmon Bake, Alaskan-caught salmon will be grilling over an open alderwood fire. You will also enjoy our Cheechako barbecued chicken, Chilkoot baked beans, barbecued ribs, Tongass wild-rice pilaf, a variety of fresh salads, corn bread and lemonade, coffee or tea. (Beer and wine are available for an additional charge.) Enjoy musical entertainment while you dine beside Salmon Creek, nestled in the lush foliage of Southeast Alaska's rain forest, under translucent domes to protect you rain or shine. After dining, roast marshmallows over a crackling campfire. View the beautiful Salmon Creek waterfall beneath which salmon spawn and remnants of the historic Wagner Mine are evident. You may return to the ship at your leisure. The bus transportation back is operated as a shuttle service between the pier and the salmon bake. This extraordinary outdoor restaurant is truly more than a meal; it's an adventure!

	Easy Activity

	Very light activity including short distances to walk over relatively even surfaces with few stairs to climb. Some of these tours may be accessible to wheelchairs. Passengers in wheelchairs must be able to walk a few steps to negotiate their way on and off transportation, as wheelchair lifts are not readily available in most ports.


	Duration

	Approximately 1 1/2 hours


	Price

	Adult: US: $37 Child: US: $22


	Notes

	This tour is not suitable for guests confined to a wheelchair due to uneven terrain at the Salmon Bake. Highly Recommended

All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.



	Best of Juneau--Wildlife & Whale Quest, Mendenhall Glacier & Alaska Salmon Bake at Juneau, Alaska

	This excursion features three of Juneau's premier attractions: the Whale Watching & Wildlife Quest, the famous Mendenhall Glacier, and the Alaska-Style Salmon Bake. Your adventure begins with a wildlife-viewing cruise aboard a waterjet-powered catamaran. Relax in the warm, spacious cabin, surrounded by large windows, as your experienced Captain guides you through the island-studded waters of Stephen's Passage. The onboard naturalist will explain the behavior and habitat of wildlife you may encounter, including humpback and killer whales, Steller sea lions, Dall's porpoise, harbor seals, bald eagles and more. The operators of this tour guarantee you will see a whale. If not, you'll receive a $100 cash refund ($50 refund per child) as you disembark the vessel. Upon return to Auke Bay, a narrated motorcoach ride takes you to view and photograph the world-famous Mendenhall Glacier. At the newly renovated Visitor Center you'll have the opportunity to talk with Forest Service interpreters, and through interactive exhibits learn about the awesome force of glacial ice. An outdoor feast at the Gold Creek Salmon Bake completes your "Best of Juneau" experience. Enjoy salmon grilled over an alderwood fire, and barbecued ribs and chicken, along with rice pilaf, bake beans, fresh salads, corn bread, and a selection of beverages. Beer and wine are available for an additional charge. Roast marshmallows over a crackling fire, walk the trail to a waterfall, and enjoy many other features of this beautiful setting, before returning to your ship aboard one of the regularly departing shuttle buses.

	Easy Activity

	Very light activity including short distances to walk over relatively even surfaces with few stairs to climb. Some of these tours may be accessible to wheelchairs. Passengers in wheelchairs must be able to walk a few steps to negotiate their way on and off transportation, as wheelchair lifts are not readily available in most ports.


	Duration

	Approximately 6 1/4 hours (3 hrs on boat, 1 hr at visitor center, 1 hr at salmon bake)


	Price

	Adult: US: $167 Child: US: $102

	Notes

	Please note: This tour is not suitable for guests confined to a wheelchair due to uneven terrain at the salmon bake. To fully enjoy this excursion, be sure to bring a warm, rainproof jacket and don't forget your camera! Note: Due to diminishing daylight this tour may not be available after mid September. Limited Capacity/Highly Recommended

All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.



	Evening Whale Quest at Juneau, Alaska

	Enjoy a magical evening cruise that features guaranteed humpback whale viewing and the peaceful ambiance of Alaska's long twilight as you are treated to a delicious variety of appetizers, desserts, and beverages. Following a short motorcoach ride to scenic Auke Bay, you'll board a water-jet-powered catamaran specially designed for wildlife viewing. Relax in the warm, comfortable, spacious main cabin as you set out to explore Stephen's Passage--a pristine marine wilderness surrounded by snow-capped peaks and glaciers. This area is world-renowned as a favored summer feeding ground for humpback whales. Once whales have been sighted, your skilled Captain will gently maneuver the vessel to allow exceptional viewing and photographic opportunities. You'll be amazed by the gracefulness of these ocean giants as they slowly arc their massive tail flukes into the air. Be sure to bring a warm jacket to wear on the topside observation deck; the whales are often close enough to hear them breathe. If the whales form a cooperative feeding group, an underwater hydrophone will be deployed so that you may even get to experience their incredible "singing." The onboard naturalist will explain the behavior and habitat of the humpback whale. A no-host bar will offer soda, beer, wine, and mixed drink service. The operators of this tour guarantee you will see a whale. If not, you will receive a $100 cash refund as you disembark the vessel ($50 refund per child). But don't anticipate a refund; in the past seven years, whales have been sighted on every tour!

	Easy Activity

	Very light activity including short distances to walk over relatively even surfaces with few stairs to climb. Some of these tours may be accessible to wheelchairs. Passengers in wheelchairs must be able to walk a few steps to negotiate their way on and off transportation, as wheelchair lifts are not readily available in most ports.


	Duration

	Approximately 3 1/2 hours (2 1/2 hours on boat)


	Price

	Adult: US: $139 Child: US: $87


	Notes

	Note: Due to diminishing daylight this tour may not operate late in the season. LimitedCapacity/Highly Recommended

All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.



	Four Glacier & Dog Sled Adventure by Helicopter at Juneau, Alaska

	Take home memories of your Alaskan dream. Enjoy a combination of Alaska's most highly desired activities--helicopter flightseeing, a glacier landing, and a dog sled ride! You'll begin by soaring over towering mountain tops, untouched wilderness, picturesque alpine meadows and crystal lakes. Fly over the massive Juneau Icefield and see up close the advancing Taku Glacier, cascading Hole-in-the-Wall Glacier, mysterious, floating Dead Branch Glacier, and land on the Norris Glacier, home of the exclusive dog-mushing camp. Your guide greets you as you step out onto the snow-capped glacier. You're sure to be captivated by the scenery high above as you hear stories about the famous 1,000-mile dog sled race from Anchorage to Nome -- the Iditarod. The highlight of your tour is a visit to the dog sled camp, as your guide takes you on a dog sled ride on the snow-covered glacier. Continue on your flightseeing trip as you soar over the glacial landscape. Watch for bears, mountain goats and moose below.

	Moderate Activity

	Fairly active requiring intermittent effort throughout. The tour may involve recurring physical movement including walking medium distances over uneven surfaces and climbing staircases.


	Duration

	Approximately 2 3/4 hours (30 mins flightseeing; 1 hour at dog sled camp)


	Price

	Adult: US: $479 Child: $479


	Notes

	This tour is subject to a weight surcharge. Guests weighing 250 lbs or more will be charged an additional 50% of the published tour price. Participants are recommended to bring sunglasses and dress warmly. Children must be 12 years or older and accompanied by a parent/guardian in order to participate. The operating dates of this tour are dependent upon weather conditions, but are usually from late May to early September. Very Limited Capacity/Highly Recommended

All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.



	Four Glacier Adventure by Helicopter at Juneau, Alaska

	This unique flightseeing tour takes you to see four of Alaska's most spectacular glaciers. The extended flight time on this tour allows you to see more of the massive Juneau Icefield and its rapidly changing glaciers. You'll remain with the same pilot/guide throughout the entire adventure! You will be overwhelmed by the majesty of the Juneau Icefield as your expert pilot flies over the ice spires and pinnacles of the "cascading" Hole-in-the-Wall Glacier, the. "advancing" Taku Glacier, the "retreating" Norris Glacier and a one-of-a-kind "floating" glacier. New picturesque areas emerge each day on this active glacial icefield, and your pilot/guide will choose one of these areas and land on a remote glacier. Step out and explore the ancient landscape with your pilot as your guide. Peer down into a crevasse and watch for a glacial stream that emerges and then disappears beneath the icy surface. And, as you fly over the lush rain forest surrounding Juneau on your return trip, watch for bears, mountain goats and moose.

	Easy Activity

	Very light activity including short distances to walk over relatively even surfaces with few stairs to climb. Some of these tours may be accessible to wheelchairs. Passengers in wheelchairs must be able to walk a few steps to negotiate their way on and off transportation, as wheelchair lifts are not readily available in most ports.


	Duration

	Approximately 2 hours (40 mins. in helicopter; 20 mins. on glacier)


	Price

	Adult: US: $289 Child: $289

	Notes

	Guests weighing 250 lbs. or more will be charged an additional 50% of the published tour price. Tour is wheelchair accessible. Please inform Shore Excursion Office on board for special arrangements. Limited Capacity/Highly Recommended
All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.



	Glacier Outback Adventure at Juneau, Alaska

	This "soft adventure" tour combines the signature Four Glacier Fightseeing Tour with an extended glacier landing with a professional guide. Lift off from the heliport in Juneau for an awe-inspiring flight over the massive Juneau Icefield. After gently touching down on a glacier, you'll be greeted by a professional guide. Immediately, you will be enamored by the pristine beauty of lush rain forests and mountain peaks that surround you as you standing on the glacier. Your professional guide will teach you the basics of glacier travel, glaciology, and what it takes to climb some of the tallest mountain peaks in the world, such as the majestic Mt McKinley located in Denali National Park. Highlight your visit by taking a short, guided glacier walk in a safe environment wearing crampons. After your short walk, you'll have a chance to take plenty of pictures to share with your family and friends back home.

	Moderate Activity

	Fairly active requiring intermittent effort throughout. The tour may involve recurring physical movement including walking medium distances over uneven surfaces and climbing staircases.


	Duration

	(40 mins. in helicopter; 1 hour exploring glacier with naturalist guide)


	Price

	Adult: US: $344


	Notes

	Guests weighing 250 lbs or more will be charged an additional 50% of the published tour price. Limited Capacity/Highly Recommended
All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.



	Glacier-View Sea Kayaking at Juneau, Alaska

	Transfer by bus to North Douglas Island for scenic views of the Mendenhall Glacier and Auke Bay. Upon arrival, you'll be outfitted in life jackets and rain gear before beginning your adventure. Your experienced guide will teach you about paddling techniques, then you'll board two-person kayaks with a new friend or your traveling companion for an excursion that will leave you wanting more. The stable yet nimble kayaks will allow you to silently approach any wildlife in the area and give you a sense of how the famed Aleut Indians traveled the coastal waterways of Alaska in search of pelts for the Russian fur-trading companies. You will be led in groups of five to six kayaks to places such as the Mendenhall Wetlands, where you may have the opportunity to view the Mendenhall Glacier from an ocean explorer's point of view. Your guide will explain the significance of places such as Smugglers Cove and the history of the surrounding area, and help identify local flora and fauna. Paddle for 1 1/2 - 2 hours, then enjoy a beverage and snack before transferring back to town.

	Considerable Activity

	Very active involving constantly exerting effort. The tour may require continuous physical movement including walking long distances or climbing steep inclines.


	Duration

	Approximately 3 1/2 hours


	Price

	Adult: US: $107 Child: US: $63


	Notes

	This tour will operate in all weather conditions and warm clothing is recommended. Rain gear and life jackets are provided. Children must be 6 years or older and weigh at least 40 pounds in order to participate. Limited Capacity

All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.



	Grand Tour of Juneau - City, Glacier, & Gardens at Juneau, Alaska

	Combine a Glacier Gardens rain forest adventure with the Juneau City & Mendenhall Glacier tour. Upon arrival at Glacier Gardens, you will be met by your tour guide, who will escort you to an exquisite atrium full of beautiful hanging baskets in full bloom. Forest, landscaped gardens and a cascading stream surround the atrium. Enjoy a guided tour from covered shuttles into the rain forest. Your guide will provide narration during the mile-long journey to the 580-foot level. Stops along the way allow time for discussion of the many varieties of flora and fauna on display. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Mendenhall wetlands, Gastineau Channel, Douglas Island, Auke Bay, Stephen's Passage, Admiralty Island and the Chilkat Range from the viewpoint on Thunder Mountain. View the Mendenhall Glacier, a moving river of ice with rugged crevasses. Stroll the walkways to the U.S. Forest Service Visitor Center and take in one of the glaciology exhibits or an interpretive talk with a Forest Service Ranger. Then, a short walk along one of the nature trails brings you to within one mile of the face of the glacier for an excellent photo opportunity. A scenic drive takes you past the University of Alaska's southeast campus, Auke Lake and to Juneau's Gastineau Salmon Hatchery and Visitor Center. The facility offers interpretive displays on the lifecycle of salmon and many different hatchery operations. View live adult salmon and more than 100 other species of Alaskan marine life.

	Moderate Activity

	Fairly active requiring intermittent effort throughout. The tour may involve recurring physical movement including walking medium distances over uneven surfaces and climbing staircases.


	Duration

	Approximately 5 hours


	Price

	Adult: US: $94 Child: US: $61


	Notes

	This tour does not operate on July 4. Limited Capacity

All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.



	Guide's Choice Adventure Hike at Juneau, Alaska

	Put on your hiking boots, fill your lungs with fresh air, and experience a day of world-class hiking. Discover footpaths winding through glacial valleys and lushly forested mountains. Cascading waterfalls and serene alpine meadows are just a few of the treasured places reached only on foot. Your experienced guide will provide knowledge of the region's natural and cultural history, as well as sharing his or her favorite local stories. Whether you are interested in violets or eagles, glaciers or rain forests, this hike will offer you panoramic views, great exercise and lasting memories of Alaska.

	Considerable Activity

	Very active involving constantly exerting effort. The tour may require continuous physical movement including walking long distances or climbing steep inclines.


	Duration

	Approximately 4 1/2 hours (Hike is approximately 4 - 6 miles)


	Price

	Adult: US: $86 Child: US: $49

	Notes

	Hikers are required to provide their own sturdy footgear. Expect an elevation gain of 600 to 1,000 feet, covering between three and six miles. Dress warmly, and bring your camera. This tour operates in all weather conditions. Limited Capacity/Highly Recommended
All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.



	Helicopter Flightseeing & Extended Glacier Trek Adventure at Juneau, Alaska

	This tour is similar to the Helicopter Flightseeing & Glacier Trek--the newest way to explore the scenic wonders of the Juneau Icefield's glaciers. This Extended Glacier Trek Adventure offers more of an Alaska glacier adventure that will challenge and inspire you, as you spend four hours hiking and climbing the glacier with a professional mountaineering guide. You will be completely outfitted, then by helicopter you will fly to and land on a glacier. Photo opportunities abound as you are introduced to and practice basic climbing and roping techniques enabling you to safely climb and descend ice walls in the most remote and pristine areas of the glacier. No experience is required, but you must bring your spirit of adventure!

	Considerable Activity

	Very active involving constantly exerting effort. The tour may require continuous physical movement including walking long distances or climbing steep inclines.


	Duration

	Approximately 6 1/4 hours (30 mins. in helicopter; 4 hours on glacier)


	Price

	Adult: US: $479 Child: $479


	Notes

	Guests must be in good physical condition and able to walk 3-4 miles over varied terrain, although 3-4 miles may not be covered in this tour. This tour is subject to a weight surcharge. Guests weighing 250 lbs. or more will be charged an additional surcharge for the flight portion of the tour. Persons under 16 years old are not permitted on this tour. The tour requires a minimum number of participants in order to operate. Note: Due to length of excursion this tour is not available on the ms Prinsendam calls to Juneau. However, Prinsendam guests may participate in the regular Helicopter and Glacier Trek excursion. Limited Capacity/Highly Recommended

All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.



	Helicopter Flightseeing & Glacier Trek at Juneau, Alaska

	Helicopter Glacier Trekking is the newest and most exciting way to explore the scenic wonders of the Juneau Icefield's glaciers. This adventure includes learning a new skill while hiking into some of the most fascinating areas of these glaciers. No experience is necessary. You will be outfitted with top-quality mountaineering gear for your adventure. Outerwear (jackets, shell pants and gloves), hard-shell mountaineering boots, harness, ice axe and crampons will prepare you to safely and comfortably hike into areas of the glaciers not normally accessible. Take off from the heliport in a modern turbine helicopter, soaring over the glaciers of the 1,500-square-mile Juneau Icefield. The scenic terrain of mountain peaks and glacier features icefalls and crevasses is revealed through the extraordinary visibility of the helicopter. The helicopter touches down and your glacier experience begins. Spend two hours on the ice with a professional glacier guide teaching you basic mountaineering skills and the proper use of your equipment. Your guide will lead you on a hike that is both adventurous and easy. Discover remarkable glacier features as you experience the magic of this landscape.

	Considerable Activity

	Very active involving constantly exerting effort. The tour may require continuous physical movement including walking long distances or climbing steep inclines.


	Duration

	Approximately 4 1/4 hours (30 mins. in helicopter; 2 hours on glacier)


	Price

	Adult: US: $399 Child: $399


	Notes

	Guests must be in good physical condition and able to walk two miles over varied terrain, although two miles may not be covered in this tour. Guests weighing 250 lbs. or more will be charged an additional surcharge for the flight portion of the tour. Children must be 12 years or older, participating with an accompanying parent/guardian. Limited Capacity/Highly Recommended

All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.



	Historic Goldpanning & Mining Adventure at Juneau, Alaska

	Relive Juneau's gold rush history and pan for gold in the authentic setting of Gold Creek. A costumed prospector will guide you in a comfortable 24-passenger van through historic residential areas en route to Last Chance Basin. You will trace the route taken by Joe Juneau and Richard Harris in their search for gold more than 100 years ago. Near the famous Alaska-Juneau gold mine, one of the world's largest hard-rock mining operations, you will get hands-on experience panning for gold in Gold Creek. "Guaranteed gold!" The prospector then recaptures the history of Juneau's gold discovery and hard-rock mining as you view the remnants of the mine. Keep the gold you find and receive a claim certificate!

	Moderate Activity

	Fairly active requiring intermittent effort throughout. The tour may involve recurring physical movement including walking medium distances over uneven surfaces and climbing staircases.


	Duration

	Approximately 3 1/4 hours


	Price

	Adult: US: $63 Child: US: $31

	Notes

	Limited Capacity

All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.



	Juneau City Tour & Mendenhall Glacier at Juneau, Alaska

	This tour offers an excellent overview of the state's capital city and its scenic attractions, including one of the world's few drive-to glaciers--the Mendenhall. Depart the pier by motorcoach for a guided tour through Juneau's picturesque downtown and past the capitol building on the way out of town. View the mighty Mendenhall Glacier, a moving river of ice with rugged crevasses and a distinctive blue color, which appears deceptively close because of its immense size. Stroll the walkways to the U.S. Forest Service Visitor Center and take in one of the glaciology exhibits, listen to an interpretive talk with a Forest Service Ranger or simply enjoy the panoramic view of the glacier. Spotting scopes are available for a close-up view of the glacier. A short walk along one of the nature trails brings you to within one mile of the face of the glacier for an excellent photo opportunity. Along with exploring the sights of the glacier, a scenic drive takes you past the University of Alaska's southeast campus, Auke Lake and to Juneau's Gastineau Salmon Hatchery and Visitor Center. The facility offers interpretive displays on the lifecycle of salmon and different hatchery operations. Salt water aquariums enable close-up viewing of live adult salmon and over 100 other species of Alaskan marine life. Throughout the tour, your knowledgeable driver/guide will keep you well informed of the past and present of Alaska's capital city.

	Easy Activity

	Very light activity including short distances to walk over relatively even surfaces with few stairs to climb. Some of these tours may be accessible to wheelchairs. Passengers in wheelchairs must be able to walk a few steps to negotiate their way on and off transportation, as wheelchair lifts are not readily available in most ports.


	Duration

	Approximately 3 hours


	Price

	Adult: US: $41 Child: US: $21


	Notes

	Limited Capacity

All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.



	Juneau Historical Walking Tour at Juneau, Alaska

	Explore on foot one of our nation's most scenic capital cities. You'll begin this tour in an area downtown which was literally built on top of gold mine tailings. Learn of the city's gold rush heyday as you walk the narrow streets through the heart of downtown Juneau. Several buildings here are on the National Register of Historic Places. View the St. Nicholas Orthodox Church as your guide tells of "Russian America" prior to the purchase of Alaska from Russia in 1867. Walk by the Governor's Mansion and hear about Alaska's unique form of government. You'll even walk the street where Robert Stroud, the "Birdman of Alcatraz," got his infamous start. Enjoy a final stop at the Juneau-Douglas City Museum, featuring the area's rich gold mining history.

	Considerable Activity

	Very active involving constantly exerting effort. The tour may require continuous physical movement including walking long distances or climbing steep inclines.


	Duration

	Approximately 2 hours


	Price

	Adult: US: $29 Child: US: $14

	Notes

	Umbrellas are provided if needed. This tour does not operate on July 4 due to museum closure for holiday. Limited Capacity

All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.



	Juneau Icefield & Glacier Flightseeing at Juneau, Alaska

	The grandeur of Alaska will thrill and delight you on this unforgettable, multi-glacier flightseeing tour. Floatplane flightseeing over five of the Juneau Icefield's most stunning glaciers is truly awe-inspiring. Your adventure begins as your aircraft departs from Juneau's waterfront, amid the remains of early day gold mines. Fly past waterfalls and lush green rain forests en route to five distinctly different and majestic glaciers of the 1,500-square-mile Juneau Icefield. Soar over the deep crevasses and azure blue meltwater pools of the Norris, Hole-in-the-Wall, East and West Twin Glaciers, plus the mighty Taku. Of the 36 named glaciers of the Juneau Icefield, the Taku Glacier, five miles wide at its base, is the only glacier not retreating; it is actually advancing. The informative narration is fascinating. The views and photo opportunities are terrific as everyone enjoys a window seat. Rain or shine, bring plenty of film for your camera to capture the magical memories this trip is sure to provide.

	Easy Activity

	Very light activity including short distances to walk over relatively even surfaces with few stairs to climb. Some of these tours may be accessible to wheelchairs. Passengers in wheelchairs must be able to walk a few steps to negotiate their way on and off transportation, as wheelchair lifts are not readily available in most ports.


	Duration

	Approximately 1 hour (40 min. flight)


	Price

	Adult: US: $185 Child: US: $150


	Notes

	All guests enjoy a window seat for enhanced viewing and a headset for hearing the narration. Limited Capacity/Highly Recommended

All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.




	Mendenhall Glacier Express & Alaska-Style Salmon Bake Combination at Juneau, Alaska

	This tour combines an excellent view of the Mendenhall Glacier with a delicious salmon bake at Salmon Creek. Depart the pier by motorcoach, traveling through Juneau's picturesque downtown on the way to the U.S. Forest Service Visitor Center. Here, you will view the mighty Mendenhall Glacier, a moving river of ice with rugged crevasses and a distinctive blue color that appears deceptively close because of its immense size. Stroll the walkways to the Visitor Center and take in one of the glaciology exhibits, an interpretive talk with a Forest Service ranger or simply enjoy the panoramic view of the glacier. After approximately one hour taking in the splendid view of the Mendenhall, you'll board your motorcoach for your transfer to your next destination. The Traditional Alaskan Salmon Bake at Salmon Creek will delight all of your senses. Feast on alderwood-smoked salmon, chicken, and ribs, along with rice, salads, corn bread and a selection of beverages. (Beer and wine are available for an additional charge). You can toast marshmallows over an open fire, enjoy the view of the Salmon Creek waterfall, and the many other features of this great "outdoor restaurant." When you are ready to return to your ship, step aboard one of the salmon bake's shuttle buses for your transfer back to the waterfront.

	Easy Activity

	Very light activity including short distances to walk over relatively even surfaces with few stairs to climb. Some of these tours may be accessible to wheelchairs. Passengers in wheelchairs must be able to walk a few steps to negotiate their way on and off transportation, as wheelchair lifts are not readily available in most ports.


	Duration

	Approximately 2 3/4 hours


	Price

	Adult: US: $64 Child: US: $42


	Notes

	This tour is not suitable for guests confined to wheelchairs due to uneven terrain at the salmon bake. Highly Recommended
All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.



	Mendenhall Glacier, Whale Watch & Wildlife Quest at Juneau, Alaska

	Experience Alaska's premier attractions, glaciers and wildlife, from two very different vantage points--by land and by sea! Take a narrated motorcoach tour to view and photograph Alaska's most famous glacier, the Mendenhall. At the newly renovated Visitor Center, you'll have the opportunity to visit with Forest Service interpreters, and, through interactive exhibits, appreciate the landscape-carving force of glacial ice. As time allows, stroll the glacier-view path, or take a short walk to watch salmon spawning in a nearby stream. Back aboard the motorcoach, you'll take a scenic route through the Mendenhall Valley, and past Auke Lake, where a dramatic view of snow covered peaks can often be seen reflecting off the lake's glass-calm surface. At Auke Bay, you'll board a water-jet-powered catamaran specifically designed for wildlife viewing. Relax in the warm, comfortable, spacious main cabin, surrounded by large windows as your experienced captain guides you through the island-studded waters of Stephen's Passage. Against the majestic backdrop of the Chilkat Mountains and glaciers of the Juneau Icefield, the onboard naturalist will explain the behavior and habitat of wildlife you may encounter, including humpback and killer whales, Steller sea lions, Dall's porpoise, harbor seals, bald eagles and Sitka blacktail deer. The operators of this tour guarantee you will see a whale. If not, you'll receive a $100 cash refund ($50 refund per child) as you disembark. But don't anticipate a refund; in the past seven years, whales have been sighted on every tour! To fully experience the sights and sounds of a close encounter with wildlife, be sure to bring a warm, rainproof jacket to wear on the topside observation deck, and don't forget your camera! The vessel is restroom equipped, and binoculars and souvenir route maps are provided along with complimentary snacks and beverages.

	Easy Activity

	Very light activity including short distances to walk over relatively even surfaces with few stairs to climb. Some of these tours may be accessible to wheelchairs. Passengers in wheelchairs must be able to walk a few steps to negotiate their way on and off transportation, as wheelchair lifts are not readily available in most ports.


	Duration

	Approximately 4 3/4 hours (3 hours on the boat)


	Price

	Adult: US: $159 Child: US: $99

	Notes

	This excursion is not recommended for guests confined to a wheelchair due to the number of stops requiring embarkation and disembarkation of transportation equipment. Limited Capacity/Highly Recommended
All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.



	Mt Roberts Tramway at Juneau, Alaska

	Soar to 1,800 feet above the city on a scenic adventure that allows you to excperience the panorama of Juneau and the Inside Passage. Depart from the cruise ship pier in downtown Juneau and embark on an incredible journey to Alaska's rain forest and lavish alpine meadows. As one of Juneau's most popular attractions, a tram ride to the top of Mount Roberts provides many stunning photo opportunities and a chance to learn about the area's rich Native culture. At the top, the mountain lodge houses a theater, restaurant, bar, several select gift shops and impressive displays of Native artwork. Native artists are featured working on totemic carvings in cedar and silver or making traditional dolls and garments.

	Easy Activity

	Very light activity including short distances to walk over relatively even surfaces with few stairs to climb. Some of these tours may be accessible to wheelchairs. Passengers in wheelchairs must be able to walk a few steps to negotiate their way on and off transportation, as wheelchair lifts are not readily available in most ports.


	Duration

	5-minute ride (We recommend at least 1 hour at the top of Mt Roberts)


	Price

	Adult: US: $23.95 Child: US: $12.50 (Children 5 and under free.)

	Notes

	Tickets allow unlimited rides throughout the day and include viewing the award winning Tlingit film "Seeing Daylight." The Mt Roberts Tramway is an excellent tour to combine with any other tour selection for a full overview of Juneau and vicinity.

All rates are quoted in U.S. funds. In an effort to provide a shore excursion program of the highest quality, prices are subject to change without notice and descriptions may vary from the actual tour provided. Not all excursions listed for a port are available for every cruise.