
Alaskan Inside Passage Expedition
Discover Alaska’s wild coastlines, remote islands, and small towns connected by ferries, seaplanes, and unforgettable adventures. This small-group expedition blends authentic Alaska experiences, whale watching, glacier hiking, scenic rail, and flightseeing, across the Inside Passage’s most iconic destinations.
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Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights
Group Size: 5–8 Guests
Season: First Week of May 2025

Day 1–3: Ketchikan – Gateway to the Inside Passage
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Arrival: Fly from Seattle to Ketchikan
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Stay: 3 nights at Cape Fox Lodge (downtown, ocean-view rooms)
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Highlights:
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Mahoney Lake UTV Off-Road Safari – a backcountry ride through rainforest trails
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Misty Fjords Flightseeing Tour – scenic floatplane flight over fjords, waterfalls, and alpine lakes
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Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show – local culture in town
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Evening: Explore Ketchikan’s harbor and Creek Street boardwalk
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Day 4–6: Juneau – Glaciers and Whales
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Travel: Overnight ferry from Ketchikan to Juneau (Alaska Marine Highway, private cabin)
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Stay: 3 nights at Baranof Downtown Hotel
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Highlights:
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Whale Watching Excursion – humpback sightings and coastal wildlife
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Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure – guided canoe paddle and hike near Mendenhall
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Optional evening in downtown Juneau or local brewery visit
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Day 7: Icy Strait Point – Remote Wilderness
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Travel: Morning flight with Alaska Seaplanes from Juneau to Icy Strait Point (Hoonah)
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Stay: 1 night at Icy Strait Lodge
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Highlights:
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Icy Strait ZipRider – one of the world’s longest and highest ziplines
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Wildlife & Nature Tour – explore coastal rainforest and search for eagles, sea otters, and whales
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Day 8–9: Skagway & Haines – Mountains and History
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Travel: Ferry from Icy Strait → Juneau → Skagway
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Stay: 2 nights at Historic Skagway Inn
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Highlights:
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White Pass Summit & Yukon Route Train – world-famous scenic railway into the mountains
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Haines Day Excursion – ferry to Haines for wildlife viewing, historic Fort Seward, and coastal landscapes
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Helicopter Glacier Flight (weather permitting) – soar over the Chilkat Range
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Day 10: Sitka – Rainforest & Culture
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Travel: Ferry from Skagway to Sitka via Juneau (overnight ferry with cabin)
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Stay: 1 night at Sitka Hotel
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Highlights:
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Tongass Forest Hike – guided walk through temperate rainforest trails
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Fortress of the Bears & Totem Park Tour – local wildlife and Native history
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Departure: Fly Sitka → Seattle
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Pricing
Estimated Total: $7,000 USD per person
(Based on double occupancy, minimum 5 guests, maximum 8 guests)
(Single occupancy $1,000 extra)
What’s Included
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All in-state travel (Alaska ferries and Alaska Seaplanes flights)
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Lodging for 9 nights (midrange hotels and lodges)
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All listed excursions and park fees
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Local transportation for scheduled activities
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Professional coordination and guiding throughout the trip
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All taxes and service charges
Not Included
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Roundtrip airfare to/from Alaska (Seattle–Ketchikan / Sitka–Seattle)
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Meals and beverages (budget $75 per day)
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Optional excursions or personal expenses
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Travel insurance (recommended)
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Tips for guides, drivers, and local staff
Trip Overview
Activity Level: Moderate (some walking, light hiking, and active excursions)
Ideal For: Travelers who want to see Alaska’s highlights by land, sea, and air without the crowds of cruise ships.
Total Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
Group Size: 5–8 guests