Juneau

In 1880, Joe Juneau and Richard Harris were searching for gold with the help of Indian guides. Finally, they found nuggets "as large as beans." Out of their discoveries came three of the largest gold mines in the world where more than $150 million in gold was mined. Eventually the mines closed, but the town Juneau founded became the capital of Alaska. Its total area makes it the biggest town, in size, in North and South America - and the second largest in the world.

The following Shore Excursions are available for this port on this cruise, and may be reserved beginning 180 days before the cruise begins.

Capture Juneau By Land & Sea - Photo Tour
Tour Code: JNU-014
Duration: 4 3/4 hours
Retail Value: $249.00
Price: $99.00

Juneau's top attractions and abundant marine wildlife are yours to discover during this half-day photo safari via land and water.

Depart the pier in a media-equipped van with your naturalist photography guide for the drive to some of Juneau's most photogenic locales. En route, your guide will share handy tips and techniques to enhance your images, along with personal stories and insights about the area's cultural and natural history. You will also view a slideshow depicting personal images and illustrated photography techniques.

Upon arrival at the Mendenhall Glacier, you will witness the effects of the last Ice Age on this picturesque valley. During your guided walking tour along the Moraine Ecology Trail, you will take in splendid vistas and photo opportunities of your surroundings, including wildflowers, beaver dams, cascading waterfalls and spawning salmon (in season).

Next, you will explore the channels and islets of the infamous Stephen's Passage during a memorable 2-hour cruise aboard a covered exploration vessel. The vessel's large panel windows open wide, and offer unrestricted panoramic views that will enhance your photography and viewing experience. Photo opportunities along the way may include blue-hued glacial ice, foggy channels, eagles, humpback whales, sea lions, killer whales, black bears, and more. Your guide will provide you with photo assistance throughout the tour.

Rain ponchos or jackets, umbrellas, binoculars, camera towels, bottled water, and a granola snack are included.

Following your cruise, you will re-board the van for the return drive to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a half-mile of walking on a gentle improved trail. To ensure a comfortable and interactive atmosphere for all participants, a maximum of 14 guests will be permitted on this tour. Guests are encouraged to bring their cameras, and plenty of film or memory. This tour operates in all weather conditions. Dress warmly in layers and wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes, as temperatures may vary. Children ages 12 years old and younger will receive a complimentary digital camera. Although common, wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.

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Terms & Conditions:

Free Unlimited Shore Excursions are for full fare guests only, capacity controlled and subject to availability. Requested excursions may not be available at time of booking. Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions (indicated by the above) and excludes Private Arrangements and all Adventures Ashore programs. In order to ensure quality guides and sufficient transportation, we must provide the tour operator with passenger counts at least 36 hours in advance. Therefore no refunds will be given within 36 hours of tour departure for cancellations or no-shows. Please pay special attention to scheduling and tour lengths when booking your shore excursions. In many cases, it is not possible to participate in more than one tour per day in a given port. Tours operate rain or shine. Tours require minimum participation levels to operate so please sign up as early as possible. Tours may be cancelled if minimum participation levels are not met. Prices, Itineraries and General Information shore excursion prices are subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases or currency fluctuations. Please consult the Destination Services Desk onboard for information. During local or national holidays, access to certain facilities (such as museums or archaeological sites) may be limited or denied. In such instances, adjustments will be made to minimize inconvenience to guests. Some tours have limited availability. Tours are generally available for reserving 180 days prior to the beginning of a cruise. Please sign up early to avoid disappointment. Regent Seven Seas Cruises reserves the right to require guests to complete a liability waiver for select shore excursions. For more information, please visit the Destination Services Desk onboard.