Your professional driver/guide will provide you with lively narration and share the unique history of Ketchikan as you drive along the scenic Tongass Narrows en route to Totem Bight State Park, home to one of the world's largest stand of totems. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Tongass National Rainforest under the canopy of majestic hemlock and cedar trees. At the end of the trail you’ll be impressed by the large collection of totem poles that your driver/guide will bring to life for you. Through entertaining stories and narrative you’ll learn about the culture and lifestyles practiced by the northwest coastal Natives and have a chance to enter into an authentic Native clan house. During your brief stop at the quaint Alaska Totem Trading store, you’ll have an opportunity to shop and view beautifully carved totems along with a collection of vintage automobiles. Returning to town, catch a glimpse of Ketchikan's colorful past as you drive past Creek Street, the historic red light district.

Finally, it’s time to enjoy the 'The Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show'! Hardy lumberjacks gather in this partially covered and heated outdoor arena, to compete in various logging events for you. Crowd favorites like log rolling, ax-throws and speed-climbing events will bring you out of your seat, as you cheer your lumberjack on. Many world champion athletes, as seen on ESPN and the Travel Channel, spend their summers in Ketchikan and will be performing in this great show.

Private car service - Indiana Jones Style! This tour begins on the Ketchikan dock and is fully customizable to your wishes. Tour Ketchikan in rugged luxury. Your tour is in a Hummer H2, an exciting vehicle modeled after the military HumVee, along with an extremely knowledgeable tour guide at your service! You choose where you go and what you want to see, and how long you want to stay there! Among the many options are all of the Totem Pole parks including Saxman Native Village, Potlach Park, Totem Bight State Park, and walks through the rain forest, along a beach, a stop at Herring Cove to look for wildlife in season, waterfall viewing, and many more options. All entrance fees to attractions listed above are included in the price.

You can hike along Ward Creek Trail. Lunch Creek Trail is located at the very north end of Tongass Highway. This is a moderate to more difficult, 4.1 mile trail that begins by winding through mature cedar and spruce forest, transitioning into natural tread interspersed with boardwalk climbing through spruce stands and muskeg meadows and ending in a sub-alpine forest at Emery Tobin Lake. Scenic views include a trailside waterfall. For bit of off-roading, you can go up Slide Mountain for a climb in elevation of approximately 1,100 feet to a private vista viewpoint. Custom stops can include but are not limited to: shopping, dining or exploring just about anything on the island. Wildlife stops can be made at any time the opportunity arises.

View the bountiful sea life in Bonaire Marine Park from the comfort of a glass-bottom boat, one of the easiest ways to glimpse the wonders below the water’s surface without the need to get wet!

Depart from the pier and from the comfort of a 32-foot glass-bottom boat, you will enjoy a spectacular look at the underwater wonders in Bonaire National Marine Park. Just settle into a shaded seat and look through the window that runs down the center of the vessel.

The waters here are teeming with marine life because the park was one of the first in the Caribbean to ban activities that damage the environment. In the 1960s, legislation was enacted to protect sea turtle eggs and nests. In the 1970s, spearfishing was banned, and it became illegal to remove coral. As a result, Bonaire Marine Park contains spectacular coral reefs that support a huge diversity of fish and other marine species.

Your window into the wonders below will offer a view that continuously changes, as the boat slowly motors over one spectacular reef after another. While there is no telling what will what come into view, you can expect to see stands of elkhorn and staghorn coral, graceful sea turtles, and a dazzling spectrum of colorful fish that may include grunts, wrasses, goatfish, parrotfish and tangs. If you’re not sure of the exact marine species, just ask the naturalist onboard or refer to the fish identification chart on board.

After spending approximately 75-minutes navigating the amazing waters of the marine park, you’ll return to the pier.

Learn the history and culture of Ketchikan as you travel aboard a festive trolley. You’ll be entertained by a lively city tour while passing by some of its most colorful landmarks. Travel through downtown Ketchikan and view the bustling boat harbors, lush City Park and beautiful Ketchikan Creek. Next, you’ll have an opportunity to stretch your legs on a brief photo and shopping stop.

Here you can photograph majestic totems up-close and shop at one of Ketchikan’s finest stores to purchase authentic Native made items. Continue onto to Creek Street, the historical red light district. Your trolley driver will offer you a return to the ship or you may leisurely enjoy the many shops and eateries of the downtown area and make your own way back.

This river kayak adventure takes you into the Huleia National Wildlife Refuge, home to many of Hawaii’s native wetland birds and plants, and not open to the general public. Keep your eyes peeled for the endangered nene – the Hawaiian goose that is the official state bird. You’ll paddle downriver for 2 1/2 miles and take a nature walk down an exotic forest trail.

A van will drive you to the head of a lush jungle trail where you’ll begin your 1/2 mile hike to two secluded waterfalls. The largest - Jungle Falls cascades down 50 feet to a shallow pool where you can relax and enjoy the tropical setting. Finish up with snacks on a bluff overlooking the Huleia Valley. The trail can be wet & muddy and there are uneven jungle steps to maneuver.

Be among the select few to travel by canoe for an exceptional experience near the face of the majestic Mendenhall Glacier. You’ll paddle across Mendenhall Lake, navigating past icebergs, surrounded by one of the richest samplings of Alaskan wildlife you’ll find anywhere. Birds including arctic terns nest in the towering cliffs and eagles, goats, salmon and bears are all common sights. Then, venture within a safe distance of the massive, awe inspiring face of the living Mendenhall Glacier. Grab a thrill ride by skirting the base of the beautiful and powerful Nugget Falls.

Refuel with an Alaskan-style snack. You’ll make your trip in a traditional easy to paddle, 15 - 20 passenger Tlingit-style canoe, an exceptionally stable 28 foot watercraft, with all modern safety gear supplied. Because of the close approach to the glacier face, the U.S. Forest Service tightly controls the number of participants.

Enjoy the sights and contrasts of the city of Cartagena and its beautiful coast. Discover ancient Roman remains and white sand beaches. Leaving the city, you’ll drive to La Manga Del Mar Menor, The Sleeve of the Little Sea, that has an interesting geographical layout – a chain that stretches along approximately nearly 15 miles/24 km from Cabo de Palos to Punta del Mojón. It is the natural boundary of the salt water lake known as Mar Menor - Little Sea.

Stop at the fishing village of Cabo de Palos and pause to take in the views and snap a few photographs. Of specific interest here is the grey stoned lighthouse, its construction began in 1863 and it was lit for the first time in 1865. The monument stands proudly at the southernmost tip of La Manga. From your coach you’ll see the 13 mile long beach and only a thousand feet wide, a popular destination for beach combers and sun worshipers.

Travel back in time when you visit the Roman Theatre Museum, the achievement of architect Rafael Moneo. It was commissioned in 1999 and opened to the public in 2008. Start with the exhibition rooms holding treasures offering more than 2,000 years of history discovered. The theater, discovered in the late 1980’s is one of the largest Roman theaters of Hispania, played a very important role during Roman times with an estimated capacity of 6,000 spectators. You’ll stand in awe as you exit the museum step into the open space of this magnificent theater. Enjoy some free time in the main pedestrian area of Cartagena.

Discover how the Alaska’s cold, nutrient-rich waters are ideal for growing oysters and kelp by touring a floating farm and then sampling both sustainable products.

After departing from the pier, you will enjoy picturesque coastal drive along the Tongass Narrows to Bonfire Bay. From here, you will cruise to Clover Pass, all the while watching for humpback whales, seals and sea lions, which frequent these pristine waters. Be sure to look overhead too, as eagles are also abundant.

Upon arriving at Hump Island Oyster Company’s oyster and kelp farm, you will tour the family-owned floating facility. The deep, nutrient-rich tidal waters of Bonfire Bay are ideal for farming oysters in trays suspended from cedar floats. The oysters are nurtured as they grow from thumbnail size to market size, and as you will discover it’s a fascinating process.

The company is also the first in Alaska to grow kelp, another sustainable endeavor only possible because of the bay’s extraordinary water conditions. To delve even deeper into the challenges of aquaculture, you will tour the on-site laboratory.

Still, there is no better way to understand how conditions affect oysters and kelp than to taste the final products. A sampling will reveal that the plump oysters have a unique briny flavor that finishes with a hint of melon. The kelp is used liberally in products such as salsa and seasonings.

Spend your time wisely in Naples with an Unlimited Attraction Pass that takes care of the transportation to the premier attractions and covers the entrance fees. Getting around town will be easy because the pass allows you to ride the buses that loop through Naples from one attraction to another. Hop on a bus whenever you’re ready and hop off at a destination that sounds intriguing. Don’t hesitate to visit busy attractions because the pass entitles you to skip-the-line privileges, so you can make the most of your day. Spend as much time as you like at the attractions as there is no schedule to follow but your own. Art lovers might browse the Old Masters’ paintings in the Capodimente Museum, while history buffs may prefer the ancient artifacts in the National Archaeological Museum. The pass also includes a transfer to Pompeii for an enlightening look at the devastation from Mt. Vesuvius’ famed eruption in 79 AD.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Use the Unlimited Attraction Pass to see Naples’ best attractions at no additional cost.
• Ride a bus around town, stopping at the attractions that you find most appealing.
• Stay as long as you like at each attraction to enhance your understanding of it.
• Hop on another bus whenever you please and ride it to another intriguing destination.

Discover Hawaii’s extraordinary marine life at the Maui Ocean Center with a special emphasis on humpback whales. To better understand the incredible diversity of species in the Hawaiian Islands, you will browse exhibits such as the Living Reef and Turtle Lagoon, where you will see green sea turtles, or honu, gracefully gliding through the sea. More wonders will await you at the Open Ocean display as you walk through its clear acrylic tunnel and look up at the multitude of sharks, stingrays and colorful fish. Yet another area of the Ocean Center depicts how the sacred island of Kaho’olawe has been restored after being used for military target practice and training. Still, the Humpbacks of Hawaii is the highlight, as it presents the complex world of humpback whales through an immersive, cutting-edge audio-video experience. It’s like being transported to the depths of the ocean and encountering these massive behemoths face-to-face.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Gain insight into Hawaii’s diverse and complex marine life at the Maui Ocean Center.
• Watch sharks, stingrays, sea turtles and countless tropical fish in massive seawater habitats.
• Enjoy an immersive audio-visual experience into the complex world of humpback whales.

Your kayak adventure along Juneau's coast begins with a short drive by bus to North Douglas Island, where you’ll enjoy scenic views of the Mendenhall Glacier. Here, your guide will hand out life jackets and rain gear before teaching you paddling techniques. Board the two-person kayaks, with your travel companion or assigned partner for your breathtaking trip, which will give you a sense of how Aleut Indians traveled the coastal waterways.

The stable yet nimble kayaks will allow you to silently approach any wildlife in the area, including porpoise, seals, sea lions, eagles, herons, or even whales. Explore the Mendenhall Wetlands and view the spectacular Mendenhall Glacier. Your guide will entertain you with stories about Smugglers Cove and the history of the surrounding area. Back at the kayak base; enjoy a tasty snack before the journey back to port.

Interact with the locals at some of their favorite spots for socializing, dining and simply enjoying life. What could be more relaxing and enlightening than meandering through a popular fish market, tasting an array of delectable samples and watching the local Bahamians play dominoes at historical Fort Montagu. Feel free to join them in a game of dominoes while savoring nutritious coconut water, which may be sipped right from the shell. Few places have fresher seafood than the dock at Potter’s Cay, where you might sample conch salad. The Fish Fry at Arawak Cay is also known for its conch, especially when deep-fried in a peppery fritter. The shrimp fritters are just as popular, and you can expect to be offered samples of both and a variety of dipping sauces to enhance the flavor. You will also get a chance to try the famed chicken wings at Nesbitt’s Delaporte Restaurant, an institution in Nassau for nearly 50 years.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Hang out with the local Bahamians at some of their favorite spot to dine and socialize.
• Savor samples of Bahamian specialties such as conch salad, fritters and chicken wings.
• Watch the local play dominoes at Fort Montagu and join in, if you’re game.