Day 1- Sun sep 12	Embark in Vancouver, B.C., CA		05:00PM
Day 2 - mon sep 13	Inside Passage
Day 3 - tue sep 14	Juneau, Alaska, US	02:00PM	09:00PM
Day 4 - wed sep 15	Sitka, Alaska, US	10:00AM	06:00PM
Day 5 - thu sep 16	Tracy Arm, Alaska, US	08:00AM	03:00PM
Day 6 - fri sep 17	Ketchikan, Alaska, US	08:00AM	05:00PM
Day 7 - sat sep 18	At Sea
Day 8 - sunsep 19	Vancouver, B.C., CA	07:00AM

Day 1 -- Sun, Sep 12, 2010 --Vancouver
Arrive and embark the ms Ryndam.

Day 2 – Mon, Sep 13 -- Inside passage
The fabled Inside Passage is one of the most scenic sea-lanes in the world, and one of the few where deep-draft vessels can sail close to steep mountain walls. The scenery is unbelievable, with forests in a hundred shades of green, tumbling turquoise glaciers, and evocative towns loaded with history, culture and adventure. With most of Southeast Alaska accessible only by boat or plane, the Inside Passage is a lifeline to the outside world. All day long it hums
with activity.

Day 3 --- Tue, sep 14 -- juneau, alaska
Located at the foot of grand mountain peaks on the Gastineau Channel, the town of Juneau has the massive Mendenhall Glacier and the immense Juneau Icefields at its back door. Juneau is the place to let your imagination run wild. Explore the lush Tongass National Forest. Visit the rustic shops in town. Or get out and kayak, dogsled, raft, hike, whale watch, flightsee or fish. There s no end to the adventure because of the long daylight hours. Climb aboard the Mt. Roberts Tramway for a great spot to hike and shoot a souvenir photo.

Day 4 – Wed,sep 15 -- sitka, Alaska
The onion domes of St. Michael's Cathedral are your first clue that Sitka was once a Russian settlement - the colonial headquarters of Count Baranof, no less. Discover the echoes of its heyday at a performance by the New Archangel Dancers. Be greeted by Tlingit native people, then stand on the spot where the United States took possession of Alaska in 1867 for $7.2 million, less than two cents per acre. The dramatic setting in the shadow of Mt. Edgecumbe is one of the lovliest in the Great Land. Take a stroll through old growth forest in Sitka National Historical Park, shop the downtown district, and poke around the Sheldon Jackson Museum for a close-up look at some of the city's most prized arts, crafts and Russian relics.

Day 5 – Thu, Mon sep 16 -- tracy arm, alaska
This narrow, 26-mile-long fjord is another of Alaska's most dramatic glacier settings. The lush rain forest recedes to reveal a stunning canyon of bare rock. The panorama of 7,000-foot mountain peaks and nearly vertical rock cliffs is astounding. Waterfalls appear at every turn. Icebergs make their way to the sea in all sorts of wondrous shapes. And tucked away at the end of this remarkable waterway are two very active reminders of the Ice Age - the twin Sawyer Glaciers, calving icebergs into the jade-colored inland sea. Kittiwakes, mountain goats and seals are a common sight. Whales and bears may even make an appearance in this magical place.

Day 6 – Fri, sep 17 -- ketchikan, alaska
Built out over the water and climbing weathered stairways, Ketchikan clings to the shores of Tongass Narrows and drapes the mountains with a cheerful air. Besides the main attractions - Creek Street, the Tongass Historical Museum, Totem Bight State Park and Saxman Village, try a flightseeing trip to breathtaking Misty Fjords National Monument--a transformational adventure not to be missed. These deep water fjords left by retreating glaciers left granite cliffs towering thousands of feet above the sea and countless waterfalls cascading into placid waters. The souvenir photos you'll take from the pontoons of the plane are worth the trip alone.

Day 7 – Sat, sep 18 -- at sea
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea.

Day 8 – Sun, sep 19 -- vancouver
Disembark the ms Ryndam and transfer to the hotel in Vancouver.

	inside Large or Standard Interior Staterooms 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Approximately 182 sq. ft See stateroom details & deck plan
	Ocean-view Large Ocean-view Staterooms 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub, shower. Approximately 197 sq. ft. See stateroom details & deck plan
	verandah suites 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, whirlpool bath & shower, sitting area, private verandah, mini-bar, refrigerator, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 292 sq. ft. See stateroom details & deck plan
	deluxe verandah suites 2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, whirlpool bath & shower, large sitting area, dressing room, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, mini-bar, refrigerator, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 556 sq. ft See stateroom details & deck plan

Rates

Reservations
A depost if $350 per person is required at the time of the cruise booking. Trip Cancellation & Interruption insurance must be purchased withing 14 days of making a deposit to cover pre-existing conditions. Final payment is due 75 days (June 29th) prior to sailing.

Cancellation Policy
75-57 days before commencing travel: an amount equal to deposit requirement is charged.
56-29 days before commencing travel: 50% of gross fare is charged.
15 days or less before commencing travel: 100% of gross fare is charged.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS
All guests must carry their valid passports. We recommend carrying a passport tha is valid for at least six months beyond the completion date of your travel.

AIRFARE
Airfare is additional. You may wish to fly into Vancouver on Sep 12 (arriving at least by 2:00PM) and stay on in Vancouver after the cruise for the Vancouver Pre-Fly In (Sep 19-22) and then take a train, plane or bus from Vancouver to Seattle for the Seattle Fly-In (Sep 22-26). Additional information about getting from Vancouver to Seattle will be available closer to the trip.

INCLUSIONS

• 7-night cruise in accommodation of choice aboard the 1260 guest ms Ryndam
• Meals as described in the itinerary

Stateroom amenities includeD for all staterooms:

Verandah Suties Include all the stateroom amenities, plus:

Deluxe Verandah Suite amenities include:

EXCLUSIONS
Airfares of any type. Visa and passport expenses. Arrival & departure transfers. Shore Excursions, Bar Tab aboard ship. Trip interruption & cancellation insurance. Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, faxes, wireless service and gratuities to guides and drivers.

AVERAGE TEMPERATURES / AVERAGE RAINFALL

September		Temp	Precipitation
Vancouver	High	65	2.50 in
	Low	50
Juneau	High	56	7.54 in
	Low	44
Seattle	High	70	1.61 in
	Low	53

holland america's ms ryndam

Ship Facts

Ship's Registry:  The Netherlands
Passenger capacity:  1,260
Crew members:  580
Gross Tonnage:  55,819 grt.
Length:  719 feet
Beam:  101 feet
Maximum speed:  22 knots
Dedicated:  October 1994
Re-launched:  October 2004

Grandly proportioned and recently enhanced, ms Ryndam offers an onboard experience defined by spacious comfort, and the latest Signature of Excellence features and amenities. Upgrades begin with new fixtures and soft goods in staterooms and bathrooms. Staterooms offer a generous amount of personal space and many feature commanding ocean views with private verandahs.

Recent enhancements include remodeled public spaces, updated lounges and an exciting new entertainment destination called Mix featuring three distinctly themed bars. Together they provide the ultimate place to socialize and be entertained.

With a Dutch worldwide exploration theme, the decor of ms Ryndam features art and artifacts from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. At the heart of ms Ryndam a three-story atrium features a monumental fountain created by sculptor Gilbert Lebigre in Pietrasanta, Italy. Guests aboard this spacious ship encounter elegance at every turn - from a string quartet serenade in the splendid Rotterdam Dining Room to the two-deck Vermeer Show Lounge. Luxuriously appointed and uniquely refined, Holland America Line’s ms Ryndam ensures you the ultimate onboard experience with her graceful combination of classic cruise ship features, state-of-the-art amenities, and sophisticated ambiance.

Mix - an innovative meeting place featuring three specialty venues:

The Showroom at Sea - a glamorous nightclub venue for world class entertainment.

Canaletto - an evening venue for Italian fare adjacent to the Lido Restaurant and offering waiter service.

Spa staterooms - Opt for the serenity of a new Spa Suite or Stateroom, featuring modern spa amenities such as yoga mats, an iPod® docking station, and a countertop water feature in-room. Also available are exclusive spa treatments from the Greenhouse Spa and Salon.

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