Alaska Explorer
Trip Details
Enjoy a land and cruise journey to Alaska as you explore Alaska’s history, wildlife, glaciers and the natural beauty of this state.
Booking Deadline: April 1, 2026
Low booking deposit of $600
Included Benefits
- Roundtrip transportation from Central PA to a local international airport
- Roundtrip airfare to Anchorage, AK with return from Vancouver, British Columbia
- Transfers and sightseeing via deluxe motorcoach, train and ship, as specified in itinerary
- Accommodations in best available hotels/lodges including Denali Suites at the McKinley Chalet
- Holland America driver and guides’ gratuities (on land portion)
- Seven-night cruise aboard the Nieuw Amsterdam in selected category
- All onboard meals and entertainment (specialty restaurants may have nominal fees)
- Onboard gratuities
- AAA Cocktail Reception
- Breakfast plan while on land tour
- Baggage handling
- Services of a Discoveries Journey Manager
General Info
Payment
Rates Per Person:
SS – Signature Suite: $8,449
V – Verandah: $7,719
VA – Verandah: $7,669
VB – Verandah: $7,619
VC – Verandah: $7,569
VD – Verandah: $7,519
C – Oceanview: $6,839
J – Interior: $6,389
All non-members must add $60 to the above rate. 3rd/4th rates available upon request. Rates are subject to availability at time of booking and include taxes, fees, and fuel surcharges which are subject to change. All pricing and included features are based on a minimum of 25 full-fare passengers. Desired pick-up location is not guaranteed until passenger minimums are met.
The rates listed above include the following which are subject to change: Required Cruise Fees, Expenses of $324 per person double occupancy ($648 single occupancy) and Government Taxes of $415 per person double occupancy ($485 single occupancy).
Deposit of $600 per person/$1200 per cabin will confirm your reservation. Final payment is due to AAA by April 1, 2026.
Cancellation/Penalties
From April 1 – 22, 2026 $600 per person/$1200 cabin, plus any additional suppliers’ fees
From April 23 – May 29, 2026 50% per person, plus any additional suppliers’ fees
After May 29, 2026 NON-REFUNDABLE
*Airfare is non-refundable after final payment.
Flight
Air arrangements are handled by the tour operator. Seat assignments cannot be confirmed until the tour operator releases names to the airline(s) 30 days prior to departure. Specific seat requests cannot be guaranteed. Some flight schedules may contain code share agreements.
Clothing/Climate
Alaska is not a frigid land of ice and snow! Pack for a variety of temperatures; layers work best. Daytime, casual clothes and comfortable walking shoes are fine. For cruising, evenings require casual or semi-formal attire, with two formal nights.
Travel Assistance
For personal comfort, group participants who need assistance are required to have a traveling companion who is capable of and totally responsible for providing the needed assistance.
