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WILD ALASKA ESCAPE: JUNEAU TO KETCHIKAN 6 Days Nat Geo Sea Lion 62 Guests Expeditions in: May/Jun/Jul/Aug From $4,420 to $7,850 DAY 1: Juneau/National Geographic Sea Lion Arrive in Juneau, Alaska’s capital city, spread out on the banks of the Gastineau Channel at the base of Mount Juneau and Mount Roberts. Transfer to downtown Juneau and visit the Alaska State Museum to learn about the history and culture of this incredible region of the world, then, settle in aboard the National Geographic Sea Lion. (D) DAY 2: LeConte Bay/Thomas Bay Today we explore the LeConte Glacier, one of the most active glaciers in Southeast Alaska and the southernmost tidewater glacier in the Northern Hemisphere. Icebergs regularly break off from the glacier face, getting caught in this shallow moraine and along the shoreline. Take advantage of spectacular photographic opportunities, practicing tricks and tips from our certified photo instructor. Our experienced captain will read the ice and bring us as close as possible to the glacier, where we’ll set out by expedition landing craft to navigate among these surreal floating sculptures. (B,L,D) DAY 3: Sumner Strait Navigate the stunning Wrangell Narrows, an area inaccessible to larger ships, and then cruise into the Sumner Strait, keeping watch for humpback whales surfacing and sea otters gliding through the clear water around our ship. Explore the coast by kayak or expedition landing craft and go ashore to trace bear trails through forests intersected by crystalline salmon streams as you learn about the rain forest ecosystem from our naturalists. Fix your binoculars on the banks to spot Sitka black-tailed deer and moose, as well as black bears, wolves, and bald eagles that frequent the shoreline in search of plentiful salmon. (B,L,D) Alaska Cruises & Vacations by Tyee Travel ^ Wrangell, Alaska ^ Call us at 800-977-9705 or 907-874-3382

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WILD ALASKA ESCAPE: JUNEAU TO KETCHIKAN6 Days Nat Geo Sea Lion 62 Guests Expeditions in: May/Jun/Jul/Aug From $4,420 to $7,850

DAY 1:  Juneau/National Geographic Sea LionArrive in Juneau, Alaska’s capital city, spread out onthe banks of the Gastineau Channel at the base ofMount Juneau and Mount Roberts. Transfer todowntown Juneau and visit the Alaska StateMuseum to learn about the history and culture ofthis incredible region of the world, then, settle inaboard the National Geographic Sea Lion. (D)

DAY 2:  LeConte Bay/Thomas BayToday we explore the LeConte Glacier, one of themost active glaciers in Southeast Alaska and thesouthernmost tidewater glacier in the NorthernHemisphere. Icebergs regularly break off from theglacier face, getting caught in this shallow moraineand along the shoreline. Take advantage ofspectacular photographic opportunities, practicingtricks and tips from our certified photo instructor.Our experienced captain will read the ice and bringus as close as possible to the glacier, where we’llset out by expedition landing craft to navigateamong these surreal floating sculptures. (B,L,D)

DAY 3:  Sumner StraitNavigate the stunning Wrangell Narrows, an areainaccessible to larger ships, and then cruise into theSumner Strait, keeping watch for humpback whalessurfacing and sea otters gliding through the clearwater around our ship. Explore the coast by kayakor expedition landing craft and go ashore to tracebear trails through forests intersected by crystallinesalmon streams as you learn about the rain forestecosystem from our naturalists. Fix your binocularson the banks to spot Sitka black-tailed deer andmoose, as well as black bears, wolves, and baldeagles that frequent the shoreline in search ofplentiful salmon. (B,L,D)

Alaska Cruises & Vacations by Tyee Travel ^ Wrangell, Alaska ^ Call us at 800-977-9705 or 907-874-3382

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DAY 4:  Wrangell IslandDrop anchor at the remote town of Wrangell,situated on the northern tip of Wrangell Island. Theindigenous Tlingit people have made their home onthis island for thousands of years. In the 19thcentury, Russian fur traders established one of theoldest non-native settlements in Alaska at the site ofpresent-day Wrangell. Spend the afternoonexploring the town, including a visit to a tribal houseand a beach famous for native petroglyphs, or setout on an optional jet boat excursion up the StikineRiver. (B,L,D)

DAY 5:  Misty Fjords National MonumentWake up this morning to catch the sunrise over thestunning cliffs of Misty Fjords National Monument,rising more than 2,000 feet above the deep bluewaters of the fjord. Watch wisps of cloud driftdown the winding waterway and drape over greenpeaks as we cruise through the mists that give thisextraordinary landscape its name. Set out byexpedition landing craft and kayak to get close tothe forested banks and the many dramaticwaterfalls cascading down the cliffs. (B,L,D)

DAY 6:  KetchikanArrive in Ketchikan, the southeasternmost city inAlaska, spread at the base of forested slopes onRevillagigedo Island. Its many monikers, from“salmon capital of the world” to “rain capital ofAlaska,” capture the spirit of this city, famous for itscolorful buildings and abundant fishing boats andcanneries. Visit the Totem Heritage Center to view aunique collection of 19th-century Tlingit, Haida, andTsimshian totem poles from abandoned villagesaround Ketchikan before transferring to the airportto connect with your flight home. (B)

2020 Departure Dates:21 May, 26 May 10 Jun, 15 Jun   , 30 Jun5 Jul   , 20 Jul, 25 Jul 9 Aug, 14 Aug 

2021 Departure Dates:21 May, 26 May   , 31 May5 Jun   , 20 Jun, 25 Jun 10 Jul, 15 Jul   , 30 Jul4 Aug   , 9 Aug, 14 Aug   , 19 Aug, 24Aug 

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Alaska Cruises & Vacations by Tyee Travel ^ Wrangell, Alaska ^ Call us at 800-977-9705 or 907-874-3382

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Special Offers

GET THE GROUP ONBOARD!SAVE 10%Save 10% when traveling as a group of 6or more people on select departures only.Take advantage of these great savings,while enjoying traveling with your friendsand family. This savings is applicable onvoyage fares only, and not on extensionsor airfare. Deposit, final payment, andcancellation policies for group travel varyfrom our regular policies.CELEBRATE LIFE'SMILESTONESIn the spirit of celebration aboard, you andyour companions will be entitled toMilestone benefits: 5% off groups of 8 ormore; $150 shipboard credit which can beused for gift shop items, or most shipboarditems including the LEXspa, the ship’s barand dining room; complimentary videochronicle; complimentary customphotograph of you and your guests takenby the LEX-NG Photo Instructor to capturethe moment; complimentary speciallyserved decorated cake; special welcomegift in your cabin. For new ExploringAlaska's Coastal Wilderness departurebookings only. Milestone celebration needsto be communicated at time of booking,amenity package is one per group andintended for the guest celebrating theMilestone event. Group discount isapplicable to cruise portion only, and doesnot apply towards additional services suchas hotels, extensions, etc. Groupcancellation terms also apply. Notcombinable with certain offers. Valid forgroups of 8 or more.FAMILY SAVINGS: KIDS SAVEUP TO 50%Save on up to two children 22 and underwhen they travel with two full payingadults on select 2020 Alaska departures:save 50% departing in May and Augustand save 25% departing in June and July.Valid for new bookings only, subject toavailability, not applicable on extensions,and may not be combined with otheroffers. Call for details.FREE ROUND-TRIP AIRFAREBook by Apr. 30, 2020 and receive freeround-trip airfare (b/w Alaska and Seattle)on select 2020 departures. Valid for newbookings only, subject to availability, andmay not be combined with other offers andpre- and post-extensions. Must be ticketedby Lindblad Expeditions. Baggage fees maybe additional. Call for details.

Alaska Cruises & Vacations by Tyee Travel ^ Wrangell, Alaska ^ Call us at 800-977-9705 or 907-874-3382

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We strongly recommend our guests to take advantage of our Travel Protection Plan. This plan offers comprehensivecoverage to protect you from cancellation fees, costs incurred due to trip delays/interruption, damage or lost of baggage,medical assistance, and evacuation during your travels. Our Travel Protection Plan is available for U.S. and Canadianresidents only, and may be purchased any time prior to final payment due date, Travel Protection premiums arenon-refundable once plan is purchased.Learn more about our Travel Protection “Plus” Plan: https://www.expeditions.com/TravelProtection/

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National Geographic Sea Lion

COST PER PERSON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY

01 02 03

May. 21 - Aug. 14,2020

$ 4,420 $ 5,140 $ 6,170

May. 21 - Aug. 24,2021

$ 4,570 $ 5,270 $ 6,300

COST PER PERSON SINGLE OCCUPANCY

01 02

May. 21 - Aug. 14,2020

$ 6,630 $ 7,710

May. 21 - Aug. 24,2021

$ 6,780 $ 7,850

Alaska Cruises & Vacations by Tyee Travel ^ Wrangell, Alaska ^ Call us at 800-977-9705 or 907-874-3382