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Vancouver (British Columbia, Canada)
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17:00
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With a population of almost 500,000 Vancouver in British Columbia is the most important port at the Pacific. It is considered to be one of the safest and cleanest cities in the world and, on account of its sheltered location, it has a mild climate all year round. A special attraction at the northern edge of the city is Vancouver's Hausberg Grouse Mountain, which can be reached by a cable-car and has excellent facilities for winter sports and hillwalking as well as a wonderful view of the city. Capilano Suspension Bridge, measuring 137 m in length and suspended 70 m above a river gorge, which visitors can cross, is also nearby.
Sights include: Gastown, Stanley Park, Chinatown, Science World, Vancouver Aquarium, Harbour Centre with its viewing platform, the waterfront with a sea bus.
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At Sea
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Ward Cove (Ketchikan, Alaska, USA)
Arrival: 08:00
Departure: 21:00
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Klawock (Alaska, USA)
Arrival: 09:30
Departure: 17:00
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Sitka (Alaska, USA)
Arrival: 08:00
Departure: 21:00
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Sitka, founded by the Russians in 1804, was the capital of Russian Alaska for a long time. A dormant volcano rises around 1,000 m over the town surrounded by small islands. Sights such as the Russian-Orthodox church and the Russian bishop's house are a reminder of the Russian influence.
In the Sitka National Historical Park visitors can see a collection of totem poles, a fort and a reconstruction of the battlefield of 1904. The Southeast Alaska Indian Cultural Centre is also situated in this park. Here you can see local artists and craftsmen at work. The Sheldon Jackson Museum provides an insight into the culture of the native peoples and how they have survived the bitter cold climate through the ages. In the Alaska Wildlife Centre meanwhile you can see many native species of animal at close quarters.
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Icy Strait Point (Hoonah, United States)
Arrival: 08:30
Departure: 20:00
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Haines (Alaska, USA)
Arrival: 06:00
Departure: 17:00
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Hidden in the forests of South East Alaska and at the northern end of the longest fjord in America is the little town of Haines. Imposing mountain ranges, glaciers and wide rivers and lakes provide a magical backdrop for a paradise for birds hidden in the untouched wilderness. The port of Haines is dedicated to comfort - it is extremely well kept and does not have any busy streets; it does, however, have lots of cozy restaurants.
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Hubbard Glacier (Alaska, USA)
Arrival: 10:00
Departure: 15:00
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Valdez (Alaska, USA)
Arrival: 11:30
Departure: 18:00
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18:00
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Seward / Anchorage (Alaska, USA)
Arrival: 08:00
Departure: 18:00
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The harbour town of Seward lies framed by the Kenai Mountains on the south coast of Alaska. The attractions of this small town include Kenai Fjords National Park and the nearby Exit glacier as well as a huge number of wild animals, such as sea otters, orcas, white-headed sea eagles and puffins. Other attractions for visitors include the fishing harbour, St. Peter's Church, the Alaska Sea Life Center - where you can even watch ocean dwellers below the surface - and the Seward Museum.
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Whittier / Anchorage (Alaska, USA)
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