Un-Cruise Adventures Releases 2015 Schedule of Adventure Cruises in Alaska, Mexico, Hawaii and Pacific Northwest
More river cruises
offered on Columbia & Snake Rivers in 2015
Un-Cruise Adventures released its full 2015
schedule of small ship adventure cruises with 15 itineraries in Alaska’s Inside
Passage, Mexico’s Sea of Cortés, Hawaiian Islands, Columbia & Snake Rivers,
coastal Washington and British Columbia. New in 2015, the line has more
vessels visiting Glacier Bay in Alaska and the number of cruises offered on the
Columbia and Snake Rivers.
Travelers choose between three expedition vessels, three
yachts and one replica coastal steamer carrying 22-88 guests on voyages focusing
on adventure activities in scenic, often remote, destinations or river cruising
entwined with living history.
“For 2015, the S.S. Legacy will remain on the Columbia and
Snake Rivers during the summer season to significantly increase our river cruise
departures there,” said Captain Dan Blanchard, CEO. “It’s an inclusive
experience with living history programming on board plus premium shore
excursions that guests would normally pay extra for in each port. We’ve had 14
years of experience on these rivers, and this combination is a winner.”
The 88-guest S.S. Legacy, a replica coastal steamer similar
to those that have a long history of plying the river, will sail 32 departures
on the Columbia, Snake and Willamette Rivers with cruises departing from April
through November 2015. Weeklong river cruises sail roundtrip Portland, Oregon
with a focus on living history—Lewis and Clark’s Expedition, Oregon Trail,
Native Americans, early pioneers and entrepreneurs. A Heritage team on board
brings history to life through lively presentations. Highlights include a jet
boat tour into Hells Canyon, Multnomah Falls, Bonneville Dam, private tasting at
a Washington winery, Fort Walla Walla, Maryhill Museum, Columbia Gorge Discovery
Center, Columbia River Maritime Museum, Fort Clatsop and transit of eight locks.
A series of four wine themed cruises are scheduled for late summer 2015.
Inclusive cruises offer a comprehensive historical perspective on board and
ashore with guided tours in each port combined with innovative meals; premium
wine, beer and spirits; all taxes and fees; transfers; hot tub, sauna, yoga on
deck, exercise equipment and massage for wellness. Rates begin at US$3,195 per
person, double occupancy.
Glacier Bay National Park stars on many Alaska adventures in
2015 with 79 out of 107 Alaska cruises visiting the park for two days of
in-depth exploration including hiking and kayaking inside the park. Itineraries
have been rearranged allowing all six vessels in Alaska to visit Glacier Bay
National Park on rotating itineraries. Three yachts—Safari Quest, Safari
Explorer and Safari Endeavour—and three expedition vessels—Wilderness
Adventurer, Wilderness Discoverer and Wilderness Explorer—sail four itineraries
from homeports of Ketchikan, Juneau and Sitka, Alaska. Weeklong cruises visit
few if any ports with more time outside in remote wilderness to see nature and
wildlife up close. Itineraries are easily combined to create two or three week
adventures. In spring and fall, each vessel sails a 12-night itinerary between
Seattle and Juneau (and reverse). Rates begin at US$1,895 per person, double
occupancy.
The 84-guest Safari Endeavour sails 21 weeklong cruises
roundtrip from San José del Cabo, Baja, Mexico from January-April and
November-December. Two itineraries offer travelers land and sea explorations in
the remote and marine-life rich sea, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Desert
hiking, a convivial nighttime bonfire ashore, a mule ride into the arroyo,
whale watching, kayaking, paddle boarding, skiff excursions and snorkeling with
sea lions are included on both itineraries. Other highlights may include a trip
to Magdalena Bay to see gray whales and calves up close, port calls in Loreto
and La Paz and encounters with gentle whale sharks. Dolphins, blue-footed
boobies, flying mobulas and other creatures make frequent appearances. The
inclusive Mexico cruise includes all activities; exquisite meals; fine wine,
premium spirits and microbrews; hot tub, sauna, exercise equipment, yoga on deck
and a massage for wellness; transfers; and all port charges, taxes and fees.
Rates begin at US$2,995 per person, double occupancy.
The 36-guest Safari Explorer yacht offers 20 island adventure
cruises between Moloka’i and Hawaii, the Big Island (and reverse) from
January-April and November-December. Weeklong cruises explore four
islands—Hawaii, Maui, Lana’i and Moloka’i. Guests enjoy a full complement of
water sports activities—kayaking, snorkeling, paddle boarding and skiff
excursions. Highlights include night snorkeling with Giant Pacific Manta rays,
exclusive cultural tours on Moloka’i and snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay near
Captain Cook’s monument. A flexible schedule allows time for encounters with
dolphins, whales and green sea turtles. The inclusive Hawaiian Islands cruise
offers the convenience and ease of exploring four islands and surrounding
waters by yacht with all amenities included--adventure activities, guided shore
tours, innovative meals and all beverages; a massage, yoga on deck, exercise
equipment and sauna for wellness. Rates begin at US$3,595 per person, double
occupancy.
The 60-guest Wilderness Adventurer expedition vessel sails a
weeklong itinerary in spring and fall exploring shorelines and islands in
Washington State—South Hood Canal, Port Townsend, Deception Pass, Lopez Island,
Orcas Island, Friday Harbor and Sucia Island. The 22-guest Safari Quest yacht
explores Washington’s San Juan Islands and British Columbia’s Harmony and Gulf
Islands with extended time in Princess Louisa Inlet in spring and fall.
Highlights include a visit to Victoria; High Tea and tour at Butchart Gardens;
visit to Friday Harbor, WA; and Chatterbox Falls in Princess Louisa Inlet. Both
Pacific Northwest cruises depart roundtrip Seattle. Rates begin at US$1,695
aboard the Wilderness Adventurer and US$3,695 on the Safari Quest, per person,
double occupancy.
On cruises aboard the yachts and expedition vessels, guests
can be as active as they like and activities include hiking, kayaking, paddle
boarding, snorkeling and skiff excursions. Expert naturalists provide
interpretation on guided excursions ashore and at sea. Aboard the S.S. Legacy
river cruise, a Heritage team provides entertaining and informative
interpretation along the route and shore excursions are included in each port.
Fresh, innovative cuisine is served on all vessels. Select
theme cruise dates are available for photography and marine biology interests.
Kids in Nature departures cater to families with children younger than 13 years.
Charters and group incentives are available. To book or to request additional
information, contact your travel agent or Un-Cruise Adventures a 8877-263-9888 t or sales@un-cruise.com.
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