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THE AMERICAS
View from Seward Highway/Rhian Evans
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NEW! Outdoor Alaska
CANADA " USA
Peggys Cove, Nova Scotia
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16 DAYS CAMPING/HOTELS NATURE'S SPLENDOUR
NEW! Eastern Seaboard & Cape Cod
15 DAYS HOTELS/MOTELS FROM NOVA SCOTIA ALONG THE GRANITE COAST
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Eielson Visitor Centre
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Camping Route
DENALI NP
Hotels Route
TANGLE LAKES A L A S K A WRANGELL ST ELIAS NP
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Join us on a hotel-based exploratory journey down the dramatic coastline between the two great ports of Halifax and Boston. Travelling by road and sea, we follow a rocky shore, punctuated with innumerable coves and sandy beaches, while a short distance from the coast, we may see whales emerging from the deep, blue waters of the Atlantic.
Nova Scotia The high stone citadel at Halifax, overlooking one of the finest harbours in the world, marks the start of our exploration of the wild, yet beautiful, North American Atlantic seaboard. On Nova Scotia we walk through the rich forests of Kejimkujik National Park, take a ferry out to the rugged outcrop, Brier Island, and there's the opportunity for whale watching from Digby in zodiac boats. Acadia National Park Taking the ferry from Yarmouth, we sail into Bar Harbour, one of the most attractive towns on the Maine coast. Surrounded on all sides by the stunning Acadia National Park, the variety of activities available here is almost limitless. Exploring by bike and on foot are the best ways to discover the park's easily accessible interior, on offer for the mariners; 'windjammer' trips, whale watching and sea fishing. Cape Cod & Martha's Vineyard Continuing down the coast, we leave Maine and heading through New Hampshire in to Massachusetts take the fast ferry across to Provincetown on Cape Cod. In the footsteps of the first pilgrims to land here in 1620, we discover a long, sandy peninsula where Atlantic rollers come crashing in. From the captivating island of Martha's Vineyard we head to Boston to enjoy this most European of American cities. Optional kayaking in Acadia National Park
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McCARTHY e Guided hikes
Chitina Thompson Pass Keystone Canyon
to enjoy Valdez before continuing on to the copper town of McCarthy that lies within the enormous Wrangell-St Elias National Park. Shaped by volcanoes and ice, the land is a confusion of glaciers, canyons and tundra meadows, with nine of North America's highest peaks. Dall sheep are found on the higher slopes and bison range along the Copper River, full of every variety of wild salmon. Denali National Park Heading west across alpine tundra we stop at Tangle Lakes before we are greeted by the breath-taking beauty of Denali National Park. The 'Call of the Wild' echoes through the spectacular scenery as we spend our time hiking park trails or whitewater rafting. Here we have highest chances of grizzly sightings. In summer an explosion of colourful plant life is splashed across the tundra.
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MAHONE BAY KEJIMKUJIK NP
Walks & canoeing
ANCHORAGE
YARMOUTH NS
Old Orchard Kennebunkport Wells
Whittier Portage Glacier Exit Glacier
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OGUNQUIT BOSTON
Provincetown
A T L A N T I C O C E A N
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Kenai Fjords NP Optional cruise
Gulf of Alaska
Cape Cod
WEST YARMOUTH
Marthas Vineyard Island Nantucket Island Optional visit
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FACTFILE
Itinerary Day 1 Fly London/Halifax. 2 Visit Halifax; drive via Lunenburg to Mahone Bay. 3 Drive Kejimkujik NP via Lunenburg. 4 In Kejimkujik NP; canoeing and walks. 5 Ferry to Brier Island; walks and optional whale watching; drive Digby. 6 Drive via Annapolis Royal and Port Royal to Yarmouth Nova Scotia. 7 Ferry to Bar Harbour; walks in Acadia NP. 8 In Acadia NP; walks and optional whale watching. 9 Drive via Wells to Ogunquit. 10 Drive Boston; ferry to Provincetown on Cape Cod; free time; drive W. Yarmouth. 11 & 12 In W. Yarmouth; ferry to Marthas Vineyard; free day for optional trip to Nantucket Island. 13 Drive Boston; free time. 14 Fly London. 15 Arrive London. Accommodation & Meals: 13nts hotels/motels. See insert p2. Mode of Travel: Maxiwagon/Ferries/On Foot. Comment: An easy-going exploration of a dramatic coastline across two countries. The walks are generally graded as easy although longer walks are available. All the walks are optional. Tour Staff & Support: Explore Tour Leader/driver. Group Size: Approx. 10 to 12.
Sparkling rivers of ice crack and groan, turquoise-green glacial lakes reflect silent mountains ablaze with purple fireweed. Grizzly bears fish for salmon while moose amble slowly by, munching on willow twigs. Caribou migrate here, and birds come from as far as Australia to spend their summers in Alaska.
Kenai Peninsula Leaving Anchorage we head the short distance south via the incredible Winner Creek Gorge to Seward. Situated on the Kenai Peninsula, the town, ringed by mountains and glaciers, enjoys spectacular views over the Gulf of Alaska. We discover this picturesque landscape on foot with our guide. A cruise round the frozen fingers of the Harding icefield offers Alaska's best marine life viewing: humpback or orca whales, sealions, seaotters and countless puffins (optional). Glaciers, Canyons & Volcanoes With views of the Columbia Glacier from the ferry across Prince William Sound, we pause En route to Denali/Anthony Jay
FACTFILE
Itinerary Day 1 Fly London/Anchorage. 2 Drive to Seward. 3 & 4 In Seward; guided hiking, optional fjord cruise. 5 Ferry across Prince William Sound to Valdez. 6 To McCarthy and Wrangell St Elias NP via Worthington Glacier and Keystone Canyon. 7 & 8 Hiking in Wrangell NP; glacier walking; optional small plane overflight; optional Kennicott mine visit. 9 Drive via Glenallen to Tangle Lakes. 10 Drive to Denali NP. 11 In Denali NP; guided walks. 12 Drive and walk to wilderness lodge near Trapper Creek (3kms walking). 13 At Trapper Creek; guided hikes in Peters Hills, optional canoeing. 14 Drive Anchorage. 15 Fly London. 16 Arrive London. Accommodation & Meals: 2nts hotel, 2 nts wilderness lodge, 10nts camping; 12 breakfasts, 10 lunches & 7 dinners included. See insert p2. Mode of Travel: Maxiwagon/Ferry/On foot. Comment: This participation camping trip takes in the very best of Alaskas scenery and discovers areas of wild beauty. You are expected to assist with camp chores, such as the preparation of meals. There are walks for all abilities; all are optional apart from the walk to the wilderness lodge (3kms, 1hr). Tour Staff & Support: Explore Tour Leader/cook plus driver. Group Size: Approx. 8 to 12.
Combine your tour...
Alaska Hotel Itinerary
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Certain Outdoor Alaska departures will be accommodated in hotels rather than camping. The route will be restaged to allow for this as detailed below; the main highlights of the tour remain the same.
FACTFILE
Itinerary Day 1 Fly Anchorage. 2 to 4 Seward. 5 Valdez. 6 to 8 McCarthy. 9 Tangle Lakes. 10 & 11 Denali NP. 12 Drive to Talkeetna; optional hiking or rafting. 13 Drive to Hatcher Pass; optional hike and visit gold mine. 14 Drive Anchorage. 15 Fly London. 16 Arrive London. Accommodation & Meals: 14nts hotel. See insert p2.
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