• Unique shore excursions designed especially for viewers of The History Channel®
• Welcome aboard cocktail party, plus a screening and two other on-board events hosted by Steve Thomas

Day 1: Seattle, Washington - Tour Begins
Your tour begins with an overnight stay in one of America's most picturesque cities, Seattle.

Day 2: Seattle - Board Cruise Ship
Spend the morning at leisure experiencing this great city known for its stunning waterfront. "Catch" a salmon at historic Pike Place Market, ride to the top of the Space Needle, or sample a cup of java in the coffee capital of the world. Later today, board Holland America's ,ms Zaandam to begin your 7-night cruise. While on board, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and nightly entertainment are included. Tonight, join your host, Steve Thomas, for an exclusive "welcome aboard" cocktail reception presented by The History Channel. (D)

Day 3: Cruising - At Sea
Enjoy a special presentation by Steve Thomas. Then take advantage of the many amenities on your ship or just relax and enjoy the majestic scenery from one of the many decks. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Cruising - Juneau
Join Steve Thomas for a screening of Save Our History: Alaska's Aleutian Islands, and discover a little-known conflict crucial to the outcome of WWII. Then, arrive in Alaska's lively capital, the beautiful city of Juneau. Take some time to discover this splendid area. Perhaps you will visit Alaska's oldest Russian Orthodox church, St. Nicolas, or take a trip to the famed Mendenhall Glacier. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Cruising - Glacier Bay
Your cruise takes you into beautiful Glacier Bay. Here, passengers can travel back in time to the Ice Age to see the faces of glaciers whose retreat over just two centuries has sculpted a 65-mile long fjord. (B, L, D)

Day 6: Cruising - Sitka
Today's port of call is the seaside town of Sitka, which possesses a unique heritage including Native American and Russian culture. Sitka is the land of the Tlingit Indian nation - keep an eye out for the great collection of carved totem poles - and was once home to the Russian fur trade empire that began in 1799. Sitka is also the site of the official transfer of Alaska to the U.S. from the Russians in 1867 at a cost of $7.2 million. Scoffed at in its day as "Seward's Folly," the investment in the natural resources-rich territory turned out to be the best deal since the Louisiana Purchase. (B, L, D)

Day 7: Cruising - Ketchikan
Your port of call today is Ketchikan, known as the "Salmon Capital of the World" and the "City of Totems." Located on tranquil Revillagigedo Island, Ketchikan is home to the world's largest collection of totem poles. With some free time, you may choose to visit Totem Bight Park or Saxman Indian Village to see these tremendous timbers being carved. Later this afternoon you will join Steve Thomas for a discussion of historic home restoration, ask questions and interact with Steve. (B, L, D)

Day 8: Cruising - Victoria, British Columbia
A wonderful day of sightseeing is in store for you as your ship sails along the amazing Inside Passage, an extensive stretch of land known for its natural beauty and abundant wildlife. All too soon, you are approaching the end of your cruise. Tucked along the eastern tip of rugged Vancouver Island lies Victoria, the capital of British Columbia. Your ship pulls into port this evening offering you the opportunity to explore this charming city. A crown colony since 1849, charming Victoria proudly displays her British heritage. (B, L, D)

Day 9: Arrive Seattle, WA - Disembark Cruise - Depart for Home
Your tour ends in Seattle. (B)
 

Your 7-night Alaska cruise includes Glacier Bay, where travelers can go back in time to the Ice Age. 

9 days, 20 meals
7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners

Day 1 - Sheraton, Seattle, WA
Day 2 - 8 - ms Zaandam, Holland America Line

On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

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