Journey
10 Night Cruise sailing from Sitka, Alaska onboard Le Soleal
Ship
Le Soleal (More about the ship)
Departure Date
28 Jul 2024
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Itinerary
Cruise Itinerary
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- Day:Day 1
- Date:28 Jul 24
- Port:Sitka, Alaska
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- Day:Day 2
- Date:29 Jul 24
- Port:Sitka, Alaska
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- Depart:2:00 PM
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- Day:Day 3
- Date:30 Jul 24
- Port:Elfin Cove, Alaska
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- Day:Day 3
- Date:30 Jul 24
- Port:Point Adolphus, Chichagof Island, Alaska
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- Day:Day 4
- Date:31 Jul 24
- Port:Kake, Alexander Archipelago, Alaska
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- Day:Day 4
- Date:31 Jul 24
- Port:Endicott Arm, Alaska
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- Day:Day 5
- Date:1 Aug 24
- Port:Petersburg, Alaska
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- Day:Day 6
- Date:2 Aug 24
- Port:Misty Fjords, Alaska
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- Day:Day 7
- Date:3 Aug 24
- Port:Metlakatla, Alaska
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- Day:Day 8
- Date:4 Aug 24
- Port:Inside Passage, Alaska
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- Day:Day 9
- Date:5 Aug 24
- Port:Alert Bay, British Columbia, Canada
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- Day:Day 10
- Date:6 Aug 24
- Port:Alert Bay, British Columbia, Canada
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- Day:Day 10
- Date:6 Aug 24
- Port:Johnstone Strait, BC Canada
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- Day:Day 11
- Date:7 Aug 24
- Port:Vancouver, BC. Canada
- Arrive:7:00 AM
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Your cruise in detail
Endless forests overlooked by snow-covered mountains, deep bays in which the most magnificent marine mammals frolic, local communities gracefully perpetuating their millennial traditions: set off to discover Alaska with PONANT. Board Le Soléal for a 11-day expedition cruise.
In the heart of this extraordinary and grandiose nature, the history of the populations of Alaska is written in the present tense. In Elfin Cove, only accessible by sea or air, you will immerse yourself in the local life, which is intrinsically linked to fishing. Hidden within the boreal forest, the island’s small village, perfumed with a scent of cedar wood, will guarantee you a unique experience. In Petersburg, fishing is also at the heart of local life and this former Norwegian colony treasures the story of its origins. A mosaic of peoples and history, Alaska also allows you to encounter the Kwakwaka'wakw and Tlingit indigenous communities, in Alert Bay and Kake. This is an opportunity to learn more about these fascinating cultures, especially famous for their totem poles.
The various landscapes will unfold, and change, throughout your journey. The high summits blend with immense coniferous forests, deep bays follow on from the hemmed-in fjords, and, everywhere, power merges with fragile beauty. In the Inside Passage, a series of labyrinths made of islands and straits, the nuances of the water, at times emerald, at times turquoise, hide rich marine life. In British Colombia, explore the sublime Pearse Islands whose currents attract many birds as well as marine mammals.
At sea, have fun spotting the humpback whales as they blow on the horizon. On land, black bears and grizzly bears are the focus of most attention and observations, while the majestic bald eagle, the symbol of the Unites States, soars above in the sky. The crucial notions of this cruise involve searching and keeping an eye out; the unexpected and the uncertainty are what make these singular encounters even more spectacular.
We are privileged guests in these extreme lands where we are at the mercy of weather and ice conditions. The itinerary, landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible. -
Travel dates
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- Departing:28 Jul 24
- From:Sitka, Alaska
- Price from: Ask
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