Experience fabulous ports of call on this 16-night cruise. Cosmopolitan Kobe is known for more than just its world-famous beef - discover the boutiques and markets of the Motomashi and Kokashita districts, explore the Fashion Museum or venture out to the longest suspension bridge in the world. In the Kitano district tour stately injikan, western-style Victorian and Gothic homes and enjoy a glass of sake from one of Kobe's famed wineries. Stay overnight in Yokohama, a small fishing village until the arrival of Commodore Perry in 1853, now Japan's largest city. Explore historical Kamakura - the Shogun capital from AD 1192 – 1333; visit Hakone National Park for spectacular views of Mt. Fuji; and shop in Tokyo's legendary Ginza -- virtually unrivalled for glitz, glamour and bargains.
Kodiak Island has been home to the Alutiiq people for more than 7,500 years, but is most famous for the enormous sub-species of grizzly known as the Kodiak brown bear, some which weigh 1500 pounds and stand ten feet tall. Kodiak also boasts legendary fishing - the noticeable influence of historic Russian America - and spotless green fjords. The fabled Inside Passage - one of the most scenic sea-lanes in the world - is also one of the few where deep-draft vessels can sail close to steep mountain walls. The scenery is spectacular with forests of 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 and hums with activity all day long.
Inclusions
- 16-night Transpacific cruise onboard Holland America Line’s premium ms Volendam
- All meals, entertainment and activities whilst cruising
- Cruise NDAs of $406 and taxes of $59
Conditions
Valid for new bookings only. Valid for sale until sold out. Prices are per person twin share and quoted in Australian dollars. Prices include all taxes and are correct as at 01 December 2009 and subject to availability, capacity control and can be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. Holland America Line reserves the right to re-instate the fuel supplement for all guests if the NYMEX oil price exceeds US$70 per barrel. *Not all staterooms cater for 4 people – Quad share is subject to specific stateroom availability. Other conditions may apply.