Join Kelly Ogden for his inspiring and enlightening presentations on sea days. Experience the majestic glaciers, savor unique glimpses of marine and forest animals, and marvel at the sterling Alaskan coastline. Join us on our optional private tours and: pan for gold, visit Mendenhall Glacier, travel along the Yukon Pass, see the spectacular Butchart Gardens, or fish for salmon in Ketchikan. Enjoy sailing with the Ogden's and an adventurous LDS group as we create memories to last a lifetime!
Day
Port
Arrival
Departure
Excursion/Activity
Sat
Seattle,Washington
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4:00 pm
Introductions
Sun
At Sea
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Church Service & Lectures at Sea
Mon
Juneau, Alaska
12:00pm
10:00 pm
Mendenhall Glacier
Tue
Skagway, Alaska
6:00 am
6:00 pm
City Tour
Wed
Glacier Bay(Scenic Cruising)
6:00 am
3:00pm
Thur
Ketchikan, Alaska
7:00 am
12:30 pm
Totem Bight State Park
Fri
Victoria, British Columbia
7:00 pm
11:59 pm
Butchart Gardens
Sat
Seattle, Washington
7:00 am
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Ship information
Golden Princess can take you in style to places you've always wanted to see. Among this magnificent ship's features are a lively piazza-style atrium, three state-of-the-art show lounges, a tranquil adults-only Sanctuary, the Movies Under the Stars outdoor theater, sparkling pools, and numerous dining options, including showplace specialty venues.
Shore Excursions
Juneau
Alaska: Experience all of Juneau’s highlights. Upon arriving,
our bus will take us to see the major historical sites of the city and
hear the interesting tales of Juneau folklore. We are then off to
explore picturesque Mendenhall Glacier. This mighty glacier, with its
rugged crevasses and distinct blue color, appears deceptively close
because of its immense size and is the largest glacier accessible by
road. Enjoy the panoramic view of this awe-inspiring glacier and then
stroll the walkway to the Visitor Center. We are then off to see if the
salmon are running yet at Gastineau Salmon Hatchery. This facility
offers amazing information on the life cycle of salmon and the operation
of the hatchery. You will also enjoy an up-close aquarium filled with
fascinating Alaskan sealife. Finally, enjoy the charming Gold Creek
Salmon Bake. There we will be treated to a wonderful buffet with
Alaskan-caught salmon grilled over an open alderwood fire, barbequed
ribs, baked chicken, Chilkoot baked beans, Tongass wild-rice pilaf, a
variety of salads, cornbread, and lemonade. Relax to the music of a
local musician in this beautiful rainforest setting. View the Salmon
Creek Waterfall and roast marshmallows over a crackling fire. The Gold
Creek Salmon Bake Shuttle buses make continuous return trips back to
Juneau (a 10-minute ride) where you can shop until time to board the
ship.
Highlights
of Skagway: Our Skagway adventure will start with us winding
our way through the historical downtown area as we listen to tales of
famous characters from the past. We will then make a brief stop in
Liarsville Gold Rush Trail Camp to pan for gold (keep what you find!).
Take a quick photo of a giant Malamute—a huge, friendly dog of the
Arctic. Our guide will transport us up the Klondike Highway, paralleling
the route of the famous White Pass & Yukon Route Railway, on our
way to the 3,290’ White Pass Summit (the international boundary between
Canada & the U.S.). We will see a 3,000’ waterfall, azure glaciers,
Dead Horse Gulch, and Alpine Valley (a great picture stop). We will
continue on to the Scenic Overview for an incredible picturesque view of
Skagway and our beautiful ship. We will stop at the Gold Rush Cemetery
for an enjoyable storytelling of the shooting of Soapy Smith. On our way
back to downtown Skagway, we will pass a quaint log cabin LDS Chapel
and take a quick photo there. Our bus can drop us off in downtown
Skagway or we can stay aboard to be dropped off at the ship just in time
for a great lunch onboard the Sun Princess. The afternoon is free to
enjoy Skagway which is a shopper’s paradise or to take an afternoon
tour.
Salmon
Fishing or Ketchikan Highlights:If you’ve ever dreamed of
“reeling in the big one!” in Alaska, now is your chance to try it. You
will head off the ship first thing in the morning to the 4-6-passenger
fishing boats that are just a short walk from the ship where they will
head out to sea for an opportunity of a lifetime. The tour price
includes ALL fishing gear, tackle and bait, snacks & beverages,
raingear and arrangements for custom fish processing. The actual costs
of processing and shipping will be determined onboard and can be paid by
credit card. A fishing license is required ($20 per person) and must be
purchased as you board for all fishermen ages 16 and older. During King
Salmon season (which lasts through the first part of July), a King tag
is also necessary if you catch a King salmon (another $10 per person).
All Shore Excursions are optional and may be purchased separate from the cruise rate.
Headliners
D. Kelly Ogden has taught courses in Hebrew, Old and New
Testament,
writings of Isaiah, the Bible as literature, history of the ancient
Near East, biblical and modern geography of the Holy Land, Pearl of
Great Price, Book of Mormon, and Doctrine and Covenants. He is the
author or co-author of several books, including "The Holy Land - A
Geographical, Historical, and Archaeological Guide to the Land of the
Bible", "Where Jesus Walked - The Land and Culture of New Testament
Times"; "Jerusalem, The Eternal City"; "Discovering the World of the
Bible";and "The President and the Preacher – Memoirs of a Mission
President and Companion". He has served as President of the Jerusalem
Branch in Israel, President of the Chile Santiago East Mission, and
President of the Guatemala Missionary Training Center.
Rates
All Rates are per person based on double occupancy. 3rd and 4th persons in same cabin travel at reduced rates. Organize 8 double occupancy cabins and cruise for free--call for details!
Cabin Type
Rate (pp/dbl occ.)
Inside
$1199
Oceanview
$1849
Balcony
$2099
Suite
CALL
Taxes & Govt Fees
$109.19
Reservation Fee***
$30
Terms and Conditions: Advertised rates INCLUDE port charges but DO NOT INCLUDE shore excursions, airfare, or gratuities. We will be happy to book your air if you would like--air is available at all major gateways. A $270 deposit, per person, for insides, $400 for outsides, or $450 for balconies plus the $30 per person reservation fee is required to confirm your booking. All but $50 is refundable until April 18, 2011 when final payment is due. Space can be recalled or sold out as soon as 6 months before sailing so BOOK EARLY!
***Reservation fees are per person.
Cruise Lady Events: If you would like to participate in Cruise Lady excursions or classes, you must book through Cruise Lady.
Passports: Passports are recommended for this sailing. Passports ARE required for international travel by air and for this reason we STRONGLY suggest you travel with them. They should be valid through January 2012.
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July 9-16, 2011
Golden Princess can take you in style to places you've always wanted to see. Among this magnificent ship's features are a lively piazza-style atrium, three state-of-the-art show lounges, a tranquil adults-only Sanctuary, the Movies Under the Stars outdoor theater, sparkling pools, and numerous dining options, including showplace specialty venues.
Juneau
Alaska:
Highlights
of Skagway:
D. Kelly Ogden has taught courses in Hebrew, Old and New
Testament,
writings of Isaiah, the Bible as literature, history of the ancient
Near East, biblical and modern geography of the Holy Land, Pearl of
Great Price, Book of Mormon, and Doctrine and Covenants. He is the
author or co-author of several books, including "The Holy Land - A
Geographical, Historical, and Archaeological Guide to the Land of the
Bible", "Where Jesus Walked - The Land and Culture of New Testament
Times"; "Jerusalem, The Eternal City"; "Discovering the World of the
Bible";and "The President and the Preacher – Memoirs of a Mission
President and Companion". He has served as President of the Jerusalem
Branch in Israel, President of the Chile Santiago East Mission, and
President of the Guatemala Missionary Training Center.