Today, we travel to Fairbanks, Alaska for the start of an incredible vacation. Upon arrival, we will board a deluxe motorcoach and transfer to the Bear Lodge, our home for the next two nights. Meals: D

Our day will begin with a trip down Discovery Lane to the riverboat landing for the famed MV Discovery III. From here, we will cruise the waters of the Chena River while enjoying stories of local legends like Felix Pedro and E.T. Barnett. The tour will also highlight a float plane demonstration and a visit to a recreated Athabaskan Village. This afternoon, we will enjoy lunch and a very exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Trail Breaker Kennels, home of the late dog mushing champion, Susan Butcher. After meeting the dogs of the Iditarod, we’ll visit the Morris Thompson Cultural Center. The evening will come to an end with an authentic Alaskan salmon bake. Meals: B, L, D

This morning we'll travel to Denali National Park and board the Tundra Wilderness for a 42-mile narrated tour. As we travel deep into Denali, keep your eyes open for bears, moose, caribou, Dall sheep, and the occasional sighting of a wolf. Enjoy a lesson on Alaska’s Sub-Arctic at the Denali Education Center, as well as some free time to explore the Denali Visitor’s Center. Meals: B, L

We start our day at the Fairbanks Rail Depot where we board the domed rail cars for breakfast and a scenic rail journey south to Talkeetna. Along the way, your rail host will provide history of the rail, insight to the mining projects, and information on the different ecosystems of Alaska. We will continue to enjoy the view of North America’s highest point while in the charming community of Talkeetna this evening. Meals: B, L, D

After a leisurely morning at the hotel, we will embark on a journey through the Matanuska & Susitna Valleys. We will arrive in Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city, for lunch and some time to stroll the many shops and museums. This afternoon, we will travel south along the beautiful Cook Inlet & Turnagain Arm before setting course onto the Kenai Peninsula. After a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, we’ll continue to Seward, Alaska to check into our hotel and enjoy our final night on land. Meals: B, L, D

After breakfast this morning, we’ll board a glacier and wildlife cruise into Kenai Fjords National Park. Explore the face of a glacier and enjoy opportunities to view seals, sea lions, whales, eagles, puffins, and more! Late this afternoon, our small sightseeing vessel will return to the dock, and we’ll transfer to the Celebrity Summit to begin our journey through Alaska’s Inside Passage. Meals: B, L, D

Today’s voyage takes us into Yakutat Bay and alongside the Tongass National Forest, followed by Disenchantment Bay and the impressive ice wall of Hubbard Glacier. The largest tidewater glacier in Alaska has a face that extends over 6.5 miles in length. Stand in awe as glacier ice may come crashing down into the ice-choked waters below at any moment. Meals: B, L, D

Maneuver into the Gastineau Channel and dock in Alaska’s capital city, Juneau. Take advantage of the included Juneau walking tour highlighting Alaska's early days, mining and drilling history, and State Capitol Building. Other optional excursions include a tour of the Mendenhall Glacier, helicopter tour, or a trip to the top of Mt. Roberts on the aerial tram. Meals: B, L, D

Visit the “Gateway to the Klondike Gold Rush”! This historic community still feels like an 1898 boom town. The voices coming from the saloons still echo in the air, while the legend of outlaw “Soapy Smith” lives on in stories. There’s an option to take the White Pass and Yukon Route Railway on an incredible climb 2,500 feet to the top of the renowned “Dead Horse Trail.” Meals: B, L, D

Take a short walk from the ship’s dock to Hoonah, the largest Tlingit village in Alaska. Discover the locally carved totems and learn about Tlingit history, culture, arts, and dance. Icy Strait Point is centered around the restored salmon cannery, which now houses a museum, local arts and crafts shops, and restaurants offering freshly caught seafood. The beauty, grandeur, history, and people of the Icy Strait Point region offer a glimpse into the real Alaska. Meals: B, L, D

Known as the “Salmon Capital of the World” and “Alaska’s First City”, Ketchikan is a vibrant seaside community. Today’s walking tour features stops at the Totems of Whale Park, historic Creek Street, and the Salmon Ladder. Optional flight-seeing tours of Misty Fjords are popular, as are the totem tours of Saxman Native Village. Meals: B, L, D

Our final day on board will include views of the stunning British Columbia and Alaska coast. Be on the lookout for humpback whales, orca, and dolphin. Meals: B, L, D

As dawn breaks, we’ll dock at Canada Place Pier. After the disembarkation process is complete, pass through Canadian customs before being transferred to the airport for our flight home. (Due to flight schedules, we will be departing from Vancouver airport instead of Seattle. Meals: B