NavyVeteran Posted September 9, 2015 #26 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Maybe a B2B on Coral Princess: Sept 10 Whittier -Vancouver then Vancouver to Los Angeles on a wine country coastal cruise. This would not be legal under the Passenger Vessel Services Act, since it would be a cruise from one US port (Whittier) to another US port (LA) without a stop at a distant foreign port. Sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaskanb Posted September 9, 2015 #27 Share Posted September 9, 2015 This would not be legal under the Passenger Vessel Services Act, since it would be a cruise from one US port (Whittier) to another US port (LA) without a stop at a distant foreign port. Sorry. So the stop in Vancouver does not count? It appears to be available --maybe as two separate cruises? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loonbeam Posted September 9, 2015 #28 Share Posted September 9, 2015 I think an overnight stay in Vancouver would be required. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happiness is cruising Posted September 10, 2015 #29 Share Posted September 10, 2015 FOR SURE .. land first then cruise!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavyVeteran Posted September 10, 2015 #30 Share Posted September 10, 2015 So the stop in Vancouver does not count? It appears to be available --maybe as two separate cruises? A round trip back to the same US port requires a stop in any foreign port. For example, Seattle to Seattle with a stop in Victoria or Whittier to Whittier with a stop in Vancouver. But a one way between two different US ports requires a distant foreign port - not in Canada, Mexico, or the Caribbean. Even though it is sold as two cruises, it doesn't matter. Every passenger who got on the ship in Whittier has to get off in Vancouver - none can proceed to Los Angeles. However a B2B2B from Vancouver to Whittier to Vancouver to Los Angeles would be legal. That is the only reason Princess has the one-night repositioning cruises between Seattle and Vancouver. They cannot sail (with passengers) from Seattle to Los Angeles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare martincath Posted September 10, 2015 #31 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Hi Alaskanb I think the land tour first sounds like the way to go, the issue DW has is the 14th is the must do something very special day, getting ready to come home is not acceptable yours Shogun But if you did the suggested tour and extended it you wouldn't be getting ready to come home on the 14th - you'd be enjoying your first day of several in one of the most beautiful cities in the world! Nicer restaurants by far than anything you'll find on Princess for your DWs special day too... lots and lots of vacation time for Brits, you can afford an extra day or three in Vancouver ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shogun Posted September 10, 2015 Author #32 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Hi All Princess has suggested this Fairbanks Friday, September 2 Alaska's "Golden Heart City" of Fairbanks is a great introduction to the heart of this unique state. Check in to the Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge and get ready for the beginning of your adventure. Meet your Tour Director and fellow traveling companions this evening. 2 Fairbanks Saturday, September 3 This morning, take a Gold Dredge #8 tour with the chance to pan for your own gold. Enjoy a miner's lunch before taking a cruise on an authentic Sternwheeler Riverboat down the Chena River. The evening is at leisure in Fairbanks. (B,L,D) 3 Fairbanks/Denali Sunday, September 4 This morning, you say goodbye to Fairbanks for the spectacular trip to Denali National Park via scenic motorcoach. You'll be welcomed at the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge for a 2-night retreat. Why not get to know the park with one of a variety of activities including a husky homestead tour, fly fishing or a glacier landing via helicopter. Enjoy dinner at the King Salmon Restaurant this evening. (L,D) 4 Denali Monday, September 5 Start your morning with a quick stop at the Music of Denali Theatre for a hearty buffet breakfast. Explore Denali National Park on a Tundra Wilderness Tour, watching for glimpses of Mt. McKinley as well as moose, caribou and Dall sheep. Enjoy the "Music of Denali" dinner theatre this evening. (B,L,D) 5 Denali/Mt. McKinley Tuesday, September 6 Hop on the Princess Rail to Talkeetna and enjoy a scenic motorcoach trip to the south side of the park and the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge. Take in the sensational views with a glass of wine in the Great Room or on the expansive deck. The Mountain View Restaurant is the perfect place for a relaxed dinner to end your day. (B,D) 6 Mt. McKinley/Kenai Wednesday, September 7 Next you'll head by motorcoach across the stunning Kenai peninsula to Cooper Landing. Here the charming Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge welcomes you to the classic Alaskan lodge retreat - timber log construction and all. This evening, enjoy dinner in the Eagle Crest Restaurant. (B,D) 7 Kenai Thursday, September 8 A full day in the beauty of the Kenai Peninsula awaits you. Perhaps you'll explore Kenai Fjords National Park, spend the afternoon river rafting or go fishing. Later, you'll return to your bungalow-style room with its wood-burning stove and sun porch for an evening of pure relaxation. (B,D) Kenai Friday, September 9 Another full day in the area is yours to spend as you wish. Enjoy your last night at the lodge. (B,D) 9 Kenai/Whittier Saturday, September 10 Travel the scenic Seward Highway by motorcoach to Whittier and your awaiting cruise ship. Embark and sail this evening. (B) 9 Anchorage (Whittier), Alaska Saturday, September 10 8:30 PM 10 Hubbard Glacier, Alaska (Scenic Cruising) Sunday, September 11 3:00 PM 8:00 PM 11 Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska (Scenic Cruising) Monday, September 12 9:15 AM 7:30 PM 12 Skagway, Alaska Tuesday, September 13 7:00 AM 8:30 PM 13 Juneau, Alaska Wednesday, September 14 6:30 AM 4:00 PM 14 Ketchikan, Alaska Thursday, September 15 10:00 AM 6:00 PM 15 At Sea Friday, September 16 16 Vancouver, British Columbia Saturday, September 17 7:30 AM 16 Saturday, September 17 Arrive Vancouver, B.C. * what do you guys think yours Shogun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaskanb Posted September 10, 2015 #33 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Sounds good! Go for it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shogun Posted September 10, 2015 Author #34 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Hi All Would the sledge dog trip at Juneau on 14th of Sept be closed by this date. yours Shogun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser113 Posted September 10, 2015 #35 Share Posted September 10, 2015 (edited) Hi All Princess has suggested this Fairbanks Friday, September 2 Alaska's "Golden Heart City" of Fairbanks is a great introduction to the heart of this unique state. Check in to the Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge and get ready for the beginning of your adventure. Meet your Tour Director and fellow traveling companions this evening. 2 Fairbanks Saturday, September 3 This morning, take a Gold Dredge #8 tour with the chance to pan for your own gold. Enjoy a miner's lunch before taking a cruise on an authentic Sternwheeler Riverboat down the Chena River. The evening is at leisure in Fairbanks. (B,L,D) 3 Fairbanks/Denali Sunday, September 4 This morning, you say goodbye to Fairbanks for the spectacular trip to Denali National Park via scenic motorcoach. You'll be welcomed at the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge for a 2-night retreat. Why not get to know the park with one of a variety of activities including a husky homestead tour, fly fishing or a glacier landing via helicopter. Enjoy dinner at the King Salmon Restaurant this evening. (L,D) 4 Denali Monday, September 5 Start your morning with a quick stop at the Music of Denali Theatre for a hearty buffet breakfast. Explore Denali National Park on a Tundra Wilderness Tour, watching for glimpses of Mt. McKinley as well as moose, caribou and Dall sheep. Enjoy the "Music of Denali" dinner theatre this evening. (B,L,D) Shogun we did this dinner theatre and really enjoyed it,5 Denali/Mt. McKinley Tuesday, September 6 Hop on the Princess Rail to Talkeetna and enjoy a scenic motorcoach trip to the south side of the park and the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge. Take in the sensational views with a glass of wine in the Great Room or on the expansive deck. The Mountain View Restaurant is the perfect place for a relaxed dinner to end your day. (B,D) when you get off the rail the motor coach to the lodge is about 45- 60 minutes if I remember correctly and the Mt view restaurant was wonderful.6 Mt. McKinley/Kenai Wednesday, September 7 Next you'll head by motorcoach across the stunning Kenai peninsula to Cooper Landing. Here the charming Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge welcomes you to the classic Alaskan lodge retreat - timber log construction and all. This evening, enjoy dinner in the Eagle Crest Restaurant. (B,D) 7 Kenai Thursday, September 8 A full day in the beauty of the Kenai Peninsula awaits you. Perhaps you'll explore Kenai Fjords National Park, spend the afternoon river rafting or go fishing. Later, you'll return to your bungalow-style room with its wood-burning stove and sun porch for an evening of pure relaxation. (B,D) Kenai Friday, September 9 Another full day in the area is yours to spend as you wish. Enjoy your last night at the lodge. (B,D) 9 Kenai/Whittier Saturday, September 10 Travel the scenic Seward Highway by motorcoach to Whittier and your awaiting cruise ship. Embark and sail this evening. (B) 9 Anchorage (Whittier), Alaska Saturday, September 10 8:30 PM 10 Hubbard Glacier, Alaska (Scenic Cruising) Sunday, September 11 3:00 PM 8:00 PM 11 Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska (Scenic Cruising) Monday, September 12 9:15 AM 7:30 PM 12 Skagway, Alaska Tuesday, September 13 7:00 AM 8:30 PM 13 Juneau, Alaska Wednesday, September 14 6:30 AM 4:00 PM 14 Ketchikan, Alaska Thursday, September 15 10:00 AM 6:00 PM 15 At Sea Friday, September 16 16 Vancouver, British Columbia Saturday, September 17 7:30 AM 16 Saturday, September 17 Arrive Vancouver, B.C. * what do you guys think yours Shogun I think this is an awesome way to get your special day on the 14th in Juneau. Princess does a wonderful job making this all appear seamless. All the little details are taken care so all you have to do is relax and enjoy. If memory serves my correct you can pack a suitcase for the ship and they will store it and it will meet up with you on the ship, that way you will not need so many clothes for the land portion. We have completed two Alaskan cruises with the second one including the land portion. My only regret was not staying two days in Fairbanks. We did the cruise about the same time as your planned one. We did the cruise first and then land due to constraints of cruise and work. We closed up all the lodges on our trek to Fairbanks. Hope this all works out for you and Donna. Edited September 10, 2015 by cruiser113 color did not show up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaskanb Posted September 10, 2015 #36 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Hi All Would the sledge dog trip at Juneau on 14th of Sept be closed by this date. yours Shogun This may help. I'm sure it all depends on weather etc. http://www.alaska.org/things-to-do/dog-sledding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnc411 Posted September 10, 2015 #37 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Hi Shogun: First thank you for the help and answers you have given us in the past. I would also suggest the land first tour ,then the sea portion. We chose the Of The Beaten Path tour and loved it. And both of our Alaska trips were in September , was fine with the weather , a bit cool the last few days , but hey , your in Alaska :). Wonderful trip , we intend to do it again hopefully in 2016. Have a wonderful time.. Cori Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shogun Posted September 10, 2015 Author #38 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Hi Cori Thank you, for your reply, nice to hear from you may be we will meet up in Alaska Yours Shogun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shogun Posted September 10, 2015 Author #39 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Hi Alaskanb Thanks for link Yours Shogun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribill Posted September 11, 2015 #40 Share Posted September 11, 2015 If you have not read it yet, my report on thge land part of our cruisetour may help you. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1727858 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shogun Posted September 11, 2015 Author #41 Share Posted September 11, 2015 Hi Caribill Thanks for link nice pics, yours Shogun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmpressofPurple Posted September 12, 2015 #42 Share Posted September 12, 2015 Is this the connoisseur version with all those included meals? Sounds great! Sent from my SM-G900P using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retiring cajun Posted September 12, 2015 #43 Share Posted September 12, 2015 we did your first choice listed 2 yrs ago in august.. island princess. it was a great tour after a great cruise. the train ride was awesome. saw bears and we even saw Mt. Mckinley ( Denali). lodges were cool. nothing fancy. well we ended up in anchorage. it was a vancouver-anchorage cruise[emoji4] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shogun Posted September 12, 2015 Author #44 Share Posted September 12, 2015 Hi There Yes meals are included yours Shogun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaChere Posted September 12, 2015 #45 Share Posted September 12, 2015 If you have not read it yet, my report on thge land part of our cruisetour may help you. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1727858 caribill, great review and photos! I had not seen before. Our land tour was similar, from Fairbanks to Whittier, and we, too, were visited by the Upgrade Fairy at McKinley Lodge, a real treat! We had the other suite. Also no idea how this happened, but was delightful. That was our first sighting of Denali, from our suite window, when the clouds parted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stickman505 Posted September 12, 2015 #46 Share Posted September 12, 2015 I see you'll be in Skagway. Princess offers a trip on the train to White Pass. One train ride is offered in the 14 passenger Luxury Car ( more expensive than the normal car, of course ). The cars are brand new this year and feature plush leather chairs and love seats. Lunch with wine and beer is included. The car also has an oversized observation deck. Another plus is that while the regular passengers wait in an outside, totally exposed long line, the Luxury tour passengers wait in a covered shed, board a bus for a very short ride to the train terminal in town to board. This was our favorite tour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robthens Posted September 12, 2015 #47 Share Posted September 12, 2015 nukesubsailor hit the nail on the head. We have been to Alaska 6 times and two of those involved land tours. The last time we did MA7. We did some great excursions on this trip and would do it again. We prefer May because the mosquitos(state bird of Alaska) are not fully grown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribill Posted September 13, 2015 #48 Share Posted September 13, 2015 caribill, great review and photos! I had not seen before. Our land tour was similar, from Fairbanks to Whittier, and we, too, were visited by the Upgrade Fairy at McKinley Lodge, a real treat! We had the other suite. Also no idea how this happened, but was delightful. That was our first sighting of Denali, from our suite window, when the clouds parted. That was our first sighting also, a couple of hours before the front desk called with the requested call that the mountain was in view. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shogun Posted September 13, 2015 Author #49 Share Posted September 13, 2015 Hi All We set sail in a few weeks for Ft L so will work on detail with cruise consultant while on board, so folks expect to see a live from Alaska this time next year, thanks for all the advise yours Shogun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shogun Posted September 14, 2015 Author #50 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Hi All Princess has come back with a nice offer so need need to wait until onboard to book, so this is what we have picked FLY EDINBURGH TO SEATTLE 01SEP16 TRANSFER FROM AIRPORT TO HOTEL 1 NIGHT AT THE DOUBLETREE SEA-TAC HOTEL TRANSFER FROM HOTEL TO AIRPORT 02SEP16 FLY FROM SEATTLE TO FAIRBANKS TRANSFER FROM AIRPORT TO HOTEL 2 NIGHTS AT FAIRBANKS PRINCESS RIVERSIDE LODGE WELCOME BREAKFAST 03SEP16 MORNING GOLD DREDGE TOUR AFTERNOON RIVERBOAT TOUR THREE COURSE DINNER COACH FROM FAIRBANKS TO DENALI 04SEP16 2 COURSE LUNCH AT KING SALMON RESTAURANT AFTERNOON AT LEISURE 3 COURSE DINNER AT KING SALMON RESTAURANT 2 NIGHTS AT DENALI PRINCESS WILDERNESS LODGE SOURDOUGH BREAKFAST 05SEP16 MORNING TUNDRA WILDERNESS TOUR MUSIC OF DENALI DINNER THEATER BREAKFAST AT KING SALMON RESTAURANT 06SEP16 TRANSFER FROM LODGE TO RAIL DEPOT DIRECT TO THE WILDERNESS RAIL FROM DENALI TO TALKEETNA TRANSFER FROM RAIL DEPOT TO LODGE EVENING AT LEISURE 3 COURSE DINNER MOUNTAIN VIEW RESTAURANT MCKINLEY PRINCESS LODGE 07SEP16 BREAKFAST AT MOUNTAIN VIEW RESTAURANT COACH FROM MCKINLEY TO KENAI 3 COURSE DINNER AT EAGLE'S CREST RESTAURANT 3 NIGHTS AT KENAI PRINCESS WILDERNESS LODGE BREAKFAST AT EAGLE'S CREST RESTAURANT 08SEP16 DAY AT LEISURE 3 COURSE DINNER AT EAGLE'S CREST RESTAURANT BREAKFAST AT EAGLE'S CREST RESTAURANT 09SEP16 DAY AT LEISURE 3 COURSE DINNER AT EAGLE'S CREST RESTAURANT BREAKFAST AT EAGLE'S CREST RESTAURANT 10SEP16 COACH FROM KENAI TO WHITTIER EMBARK CORAL PRINCESS IN WHITTIER HUBBARD GLACIER - SCENIC CRUISING 11SEP16 GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK - SCENIC CRUISING 12SEP16 SKAGWAY 13SEP16 JUNEAU 14SEP16 KETCHIKAN 15SEP16 AT SEA 16SEP16 DISEMBARK IN VANCOUVER 17SEP16 NIGHT IN HOTEL TRANSFER TO AIRPORT 18SEP16 FLY VANCOUVER TO EDINBURGH yours Shogun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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