Family Get-Away Alaska Cruise

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Family Get-Away Alaska Cruise

7-Day Cruise

08/02/2025 - 08/09/2025

All Rates are per person based on double occupancy. 3rd and 4th persons in same cabin travel at reduced rates.

CABIN TYPE CRUISE RATES

Inside $1,359.00 per person

Oceanview Call for pricing

Balcony $2,099.00 per person

Taxes & Govt. Fees $382.50 per person

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 $250 deposit, per person, is required to confirm your booking. Final payment is due March 28, 2025. Deposit is refundable prior to final payment without penalty. Within three months of the cruise, the tours and cruise are non-refundable. Space can be recalled at anytime before the sail date so BOOK EARLY!

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the nature of this tour you must be able to climb stairs and walk unassisted at a moderate pace. You will walk 3-5 miles per day.

Passports: Passports are recommended for this sailing. Passports ARE required for international travel by air and for this reason we STRONGLY recommend them.

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All Rates are per person based on double occupancy. 3rd and 4th persons in same cabin travel at reduced rates.

CABIN TYPE CRUISE RATES

Inside $1,359.00 per person

Oceanview Call for pricing

Balcony $2,099.00 per person

Taxes & Govt. Fees $382.50 per person

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 $250 deposit, per person, is required to confirm your booking. Final payment is due March 28, 2025. Deposit is refundable prior to final payment without penalty. Within three months of the cruise, the tours and cruise are non-refundable. Space can be recalled at anytime before the sail date so BOOK EARLY!

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the nature of this tour you must be able to climb stairs and walk unassisted at a moderate pace. You will walk 3-5 miles per day.

Passports: Passports are recommended for this sailing. Passports ARE required for international travel by air and for this reason we STRONGLY recommend them.

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Come on an adventure with us and sail with John Bytheway and Stephan Taeger as they entertains and inspires us with incredible presentations on sea days. Join our optional private tours at every port. Experience the majestic glaciers, savor unique glimpses of marine and forest animals, and marvel at the sterling Alaskan coastline. Travel along the Yukon Pass and see the spectacular Butchart Gardens, or fish for salmon. Enjoy sailing with John Bytheway, Stephan Taeger, and our adventurous LDS group as we create memories to last a lifetime!

Itinerary

Day 1 : Seattle, Washington

August 2, 2025 (Saturday)

Day 2 : At Sea

August 3, 2025 (Sunday)

Lectures at Sea

Day 3 : Juneau, Alaska

August 4, 2025 (Monday)

Our first stop is the salmon hatchery to watch and learn about the life cycle of salmon. This interesting and educational stop also has a fish ladder so you can watch the salmon migrate upstream. There is also a fascinating aquarium onsite. See the major historical sites of the city including the Governor’s Mansion. Our guide entertains us with interesting tales of Juneau folklore. We take a scenic drive out to the world-famous Mendenhall Glacier and its magnificent setting. We have time to walk around the park and be amazed by the spectacular beauty of the glacier. We conclude the day with a delicious Salmon Bake (chicken also available) in a relaxing outdoor atmosphere. Price: TBD, Dinner included.

Day 4 : Skagway, Alaska

August 5, 2025 (Tuesday)

Skagway has a lot to offer and it is hard to select just one activity. Today you have two options for your excursion. Option A: Ride the famous White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad across the Canadian border. Admire the beautiful scenery as you go. At the train depot in Fraser, transfer to a bus for the return journey to Skagway and a guide regales you with humorous and interesting stories of the Klondike Gold Rush. Tour is about 3.5 hours. Price TBD. Options B: Journey along the Klondike Highway to the Yukon territory on your way to playing with Alaskan Husky sled dog puppies. This journey includes the summit of White Mountain, Skagway city tour, photo stops including the Welcome to Alaska Sign and adorable puppies. You will have a chance to see a real working kennel and learn about it's operation from the dog handlers themselves. We visit Tagish Lake Kennel run by Michelle Phillips, an Iditarod veteran. Approximate tour length 4 hours. Price: TBD

Day 5 : Glacier Bay National Park

August 6, 2025 (Wednesday)

Scenic Cruising

Day 6 : Ketchikan, Alaska

August 7, 2025 (Thursday)

Our day begins with the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show. Enjoy watching logging events such as log roll, tree climbing, chain sawing and more. Following the show, we will tour the Saxman Totem Village. We then journey to Herring Bay and take in its beautiful sights. We stop at a salmon ladder and watch salmon spring from the water in route to the spawning grounds. The tour concludes at Creek Street where you can opt to return to the ship or spend some time on your own in town.

Day 7 : Victoria, BC

August 8, 2025 (Friday)

We ride our bus to the famous Butchart Gardens. The gardens have been designated as a National Historic Site of Canada. We have time on our own to enjoy and admire the beauty of the 55 acres of internationally renowned floral and botanical displays. These magnificent grounds are an absolute must-see experience. We hop aboard our bus and on the way back to the port; we enjoy a quick drive past the Government House, China Town District and the world-famous Empress Hotel. Price: TBD.

Day 8 : Seattle, Washington

August 9, 2025 (Saturday)

Debark and fly home.

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Ship Information: Royal Princess

Cruise in style aboard the Royal Princess. This Royal Class ship has 19 decks, three swimming pools, dancing water fountains and of course, a massive outdoor movie screen. The ship is home to 1,780 guest cabins, a wide variety of dining and entertainment options. It has also been rated the Most Popular Cruise Ship by Cruise Critic.

Pricing

All Rates are per person based on double occupancy. 3rd and 4th persons in same cabin travel at reduced rates.

CABIN TYPE	CRUISE RATES
Inside	$1,359.00 per person
Oceanview	Call for pricing
Balcony	$2,099.00 per person
Taxes & Govt. Fees	$382.50 per person

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 $250 deposit, per person, is required to confirm your booking. Final payment is due March 28, 2025. Deposit is refundable prior to final payment without penalty. Within three months of the cruise, the tours and cruise are non-refundable. Space can be recalled at anytime before the sail date so BOOK EARLY!

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the nature of this tour you must be able to climb stairs and walk unassisted at a moderate pace. You will walk 3-5 miles per day.

Passports: Passports are recommended for this sailing. Passports ARE required for international travel by air and for this reason we STRONGLY recommend them.

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John was born and raised in Salt Lake City, and he served his mission in the Philippines. Following his mission he attended the University of Utah, and later graduated from BYU. John has taught the Book of Mormon at Brigham Young University, and the BYU Salt Lake Center since 1996. In 2003, he earned a Master’s Degree in Religious Education. He is the author of more than two dozen books and CDs many of which, he says, are effective non-prescription sleep-aids. He loves to golf, write, read, and play the banjo and guitar. John is a founding member of the local chapter of the Andy Griffith Show Re-run Watchers Club, and does a spot-on impersonation of Deputy Sheriff Barney Fife. John was recently released as bishop of the Salt Lake Winder 10th Ward, and is now teaching Sunday School with his wife, Kim. John and Kim have six children and a completely full SUV which doubles in value when it’s full of gasoline.

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Stephan is an assistant professor of Ancient Scripture. Before coming to BYU, Stephan worked in Seminaries and Institutes from 2005 to 2022. He has a PhD from BYU in instructional psychology and technology. His research focuses on homiletics (the art of preaching), narrative instruction, and ancient scripture. Other academic interests include philosophy, theology, and interfaith dialogue. Stephan and his wife Kirsten have six children. In his free time, Stephan loves reading, writing, hiking, and music.

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