13-night Connoisseur Escorted Cruisetour #SA6

Glide into College Fjord where you will be completely surrounded by 16 ice-blue glaciers. Each was named for one of the Ivy League colleges by members of the expedition that discovered them.

Board a comfortable motorcoach for a scenic drive that takes you straight from the ship to the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge. Sit and gaze at the majesty of "The Great One" from the lodge's treehouse designed and built by Pete Nelson of Animal Planet's Treehouse Masters. Hear stories about climbing Denali in the Hudson Theater or roast a marshmallow at the fireside patio. (D)

Between our two Denali lodges is some of Alaska's most beautiful scenery. Sightsee by motorcoach to Talkeetna then enjoy Princess Rail service to the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge, situated a short shuttle ride away from spectacular Denali National Park. Easy trails link the various places to shop and dine in this campus setting. Tonight you'll enjoy dinner at Fannie Q's saloon named after a famous homesteader. (B, D)

Explore Denali National Park on a Tundra Wilderness Tour, watching for glimpses of Denali as well as Denali's "Big Five"; bears, moose, caribou, wolves and Dall sheep. Later today, you may want to simply relax with a glass of wine on the deck overlooking the Nenana River. Enjoy dinner this evening at the King Salmon Restaurant. (B, L, D)

Sightsee by motorcoach to the Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge with incredible views of Mt. Drum, Mt. Wrangell and Mt. Blackburn. (B, D)

Enjoy a full day of leisure. Choose from many optional excursions that let you explore America's largest National Park - Wrangell-St. Elias. Step outside to stroll along the Klutina Lake Trail or explore the Copper River Valley - rich in Native Alaskan culture and famous for its legendary red salmon. (B, D)

Take in final views of the mountains, perhaps over a leisurely cup of coffee, before you transfer via motorcoach to Anchorage. This is Alaska's most cosmopolitan city, so get out and explore the shops, restaurants and cultural attractions. Overnight Hotel Captain Cook. (B)

Your tour ends in Anchorage, but your memories of this trip will last a lifetime!