There’s been an exciting announcement of three inaugural Alaska itineraries for the new luxury cruise line Explora. The Explora I will sail from Vancouver, B.C., and transport guests through the untouched wilderness of Southeastern Alaska. The brand intends to highlight the scenic wonder and visceral power of the Alaskan landscape and culture. Guests will connect with native cultures that have lived subsistence lifestyles in the Pacific Northwest in the hopes of achieving a greater understanding of the heritage of Seward’s Folly.
The Remote Wrangell and Spectacular Sitka
The inaugural cruise of the Explora Era in Alaska departs on May 6th, 2024. This 11-night voyage will traverse the Inside Passage, Wrangell, Tracy Arm Fjord, Juneau, Sitka, Skagway, Ketchikan, Misty Fjords, Victoria, and back to Vancouver on May 17th, 2024.
Sailing the Whales’ Highway
Also, for 11 nights, this itinerary includes stops in Icy Straight Point and the Hubbard Glacier, Valdez, Juneau, Sitka, Victoria, and Vancouver.
Journey of the Glacier
This 10-night itinerary includes a deeper exploration of Alaska’s Inside Passage. Exposing guests to the landscape forged by the crushing weight of transient ice. Explora I will navigate jagged coastlines, scattered islands, and milky blue bays. The towering Mendenhall Glacier and Misty and Tracy Arm Fjords will be the main event for this itinerary.
Alaska continues to capture the imagination of guests and brands alike. Explora’s new style of Luxury Cruising and residential comfort at sea will be a welcome addition to these picturesque waters. All of Explora’s announced itineraries are currently on sale. To reserve your spot on this exciting new brand, call your advisor at Luxury Cruise Connections. Our agency is a preferred partner of Explora Journeys and has been in close contact with the brand’s executive team during its development.
As Explora I approaches its first cruise, we expect to learn more about deployment and brand updates. Keep reading our blog for exciting content, and remember to follow us on social media.
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