Explorer: Arctic

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Travel north of the Arctic Circle to remote Prudhoe Bay, starting point of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. See caribou roam the arctic tundra on this tour, which is rated #1 for its outstanding wildlife viewing opportunities. All of this in addition to Denali National Park.
Prudhoe Bay
Set on the wildlife-rich north coast, this is where you'll find pipeline Pump Station No. 1.
Denali National Park
Breathtaking vistas and the venerable Mt. McKinley make this a must-see.
Fairbanks
Enjoy a riverboat ride or tour an abandoned gold mine at this hub of the great interior.
Princess Rail Service
Our luxury railcars offer panoramic views of the Alaskan wilderness.
Explorer: Arctic - Tour 17N
Ship: Diamond Princess
Embarkation Port: Vancouver, B.C.
Embarkation Date(s):
2008: May 10, May 24, Jun 7, Jun 21, Jul 5, Jul 19, Aug 2, Aug 16, Aug 30
Explorer: Arctic - Tour 17S
Ship: Coral Princess
Embarkation Port: Anchorage (Whittier), Alaska
Embarkation Date(s):
2008: May 12, May 26, Jun 9, Jun 23, Jul 7, Jul 21, Aug 4, Aug 18, Sep 1
Explorer: Arctic - Tour 17N
Ship: Coral Princess
Embarkation Port: Vancouver, B.C.
Embarkation Date(s):
2008: May 12, May 26, Jun 9, Jun 23, Jul 7, Jul 21, Aug 4, Aug 18, Sep 1
Explorer: Arctic - Tour 17S
Ship: Sapphire Princess
Embarkation Port: Anchorage (Whittier), Alaska
Embarkation Date(s):
2008: May 17, May 31, Jun 14, Jun 28, Jul 12, Jul 26, Aug 9, Aug 23, Sep 6
Explorer: Arctic - Tour 17N
Ship: Sapphire Princess
Embarkation Port: Vancouver, B.C.
Embarkation Date(s):
2008: May 17, May 31, Jun 14, Jun 28, Jul 12, Jul 26, Aug 9, Aug 23, Sep 6
Explorer: Arctic - Tour 17S
Ship: Island Princess
Embarkation Port: Anchorage (Whittier), Alaska
Embarkation Date(s):
2008: May 19, Jun 2, Jun 16, Jun 30, Jul 14, Jul 28, Aug 11, Aug 25, Sep 8
Explorer: Arctic - Tour 17N
Ship: Island Princess
Embarkation Port: Vancouver, B.C.
Embarkation Date(s):
2008: May 19, Jun 2, Jun 16, Jun 30, Jul 14, Jul 28, Aug 11, Aug 25
Explorer: Arctic - Tour 17S
Ship: Diamond Princess
Embarkation Port: Anchorage (Whittier), Alaska
Embarkation Date(s):
2008: May 24, Jun 7, Jun 21, Jul 5, Jul 19, Aug 2, Aug 16, Aug 30

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Costa Magica
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2.6
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"Embarkation
The porters were very efficient and although it was hectic at the pier our lugg..."
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Cruise Tip

Also, you can squeeze a little more out of your trip by arriving at the pier around 11am. I am usually able to board the ship before noon. It's not crowded onboard at that time and you can stroll around and just soak in the atmosphere (or take a dip in the pool, etc.)