Glaciers & Geishas from Vancouver to Tokyo, 11 September 2028 (21 nights)

Ketchikan is famous for the totem heritage museum, educating sightseers about the indigenous populations’ history and culture with an unrivalled display of native totems and artefacts. For those wanting to learn about the gold rush a visit to Dolly’s House Museum and downtown Creek Street is a good comparison along with the great Alaskan lumberjack show. Nature lovers, meanwhile, can enjoy dramatic sights at nearby misty fjords national monument.

Wrangell is a small, quiet town located on the northern tip of an island in Alaska's Inside Passage. The downtown area is built right along the waterfront, with a compact layout that is very easy to explore on foot. The town is surrounded by the dense green trees of the Tongass National Forest and the wide waters of the Stikine River delta.

Popular for its gold rush era architecture and vintage steam engine route passing through, Skagway is a fantastic jump back into the days of the Klondike Gold Rush with the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park Visitor Centre. Surrounded by the unrivalled landscapes and inhabiting wildlife of the national park, Skagway paints a spectacular picture of Alaska quite like no other.

With lush rainforest and vast waters all around, Icy Strait Point boasts beautifully preserved habitats as well as thrilling outdoor activities that cannot be found anywhere else. From whale-watching cruises where visitors are guaranteed to spot the magnificent mammals, to riding the world’s largest ziprider, there’s no shortage of activities the whole family will love. As a privately owned tourist destination it’s also able to support the surrounding Alaskan Native population.

Founded in 1895, Hubbard Glacier is the largest tidewater glacier located within North America. A popular stop off for cruise ships, it’s situated within the Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. Named after the first president and founder of the National Geographic Society, Gardiner Hubbard, it’s a breathtaking glacier that’s surrounded by snow capped mountains and icebergs.

Located on Alaska’s southern coast, Seward is a small city at the head of Resurrection Bay on the Kenai Peninsula. This small, historic community offers breath-taking scenery as well as countless outdoor pursuits including fishing, day-cruising, hiking, kayaking, flightseeing and dog sledding. For those looking to venture around town, Seward provides insights into Alaskan culture through museums and galleries.

Homer is a scenic town at the tip of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula, famous as the "Halibut Fishing Capital of the World." Its most iconic landmark is the Homer Spit, a long strip of land stretching into Kachemak Bay that is packed with shops, restaurants, and a busy harbour. Known for its "end of the road" charm, the town is a base for spotting bears, kayaking near glaciers, and exploring a thriving local arts scene.

The island of Kodiak is a picturesque destination in Alaska. With a bustling port, diverse wildlife and beautiful surroundings, Kodiak is the ultimate stop off during a North American cruise. Top highlights on the island include the Alutiiq Museum, the Pillar Mountain Trail and the Fort Abercrombie State Historical Park.

Situated in northern Hokkaido, Kushiro is a picturesque city that boasts a mixture of scenic natural attractions, alongside modern buildings. In particular, it’s known for the beautiful Kushiro Marsh, which is home to cranes, sea eagles and deers. Other attractions include the tranquil Lake Akan, Kushiro City Museum and the Kushiro Shitsugen National Park.

One of the main cities on the Japanese island of Hokkaido, Hakodate is surrounded by beautiful scenery, including Mount Hakodate- which you can visit by an aerial ropeway gondola. There are several top attractions in Hakodate, including the impressive Goryokaku Tower, the neighbourhood of Motomachi and Hakodate Park.

Discover the natural beauty of Aomori, Japan, with its stunning landscapes, tranquil lakes, and rich cultural heritage that captivate visitors.

Located in northeast Japan along the Pacific coast, Sendai is the capital of Miyagi Prefecture and the largest city in the Tōhoku region. Known as the "City of Trees," it features wide, leafy avenues that give the urban center a refreshing, natural feel. The city sits between the mountains and the sea, serving as a gateway to northern Japan where modern skyscrapers stand alongside ancient samurai shrines and the hilltop ruins of Aoba Castle.

Hitachinaka is a scenic coastal city around 2 hours from Tokyo. Known as the "City of Flowers and the Sea," it’s a peaceful getaway where rolling hills of colorful blooms meet the Pacific Ocean. Known for its slow-paced charm, nostalgic seaside trains, and world-class parks. It offers a perfect, breezy escape from the busy streets of the capital.

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