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7-Night Alaska Cruise on National Geographic Quest — Sitka to Juneau (Aug 28, 2027)
Alaska
Departure
Saturday, August 28, 2027
Arrival
Saturday, September 4, 2027
Duration
7 nights
Departing from
Sitka, USArriving at
Juneau, USShip
National Geographic Quest
Cruise Line
Lindblad Expeditions
Day-by-day schedule
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Saturday, August 28, 2027
Former capital of Russian Alaska. Rich in Tlingit and Russian heritage with stunning coastal scenery.
Live webcam - 2
Monday, August 30, 2027
Private port near Hoonah. Known for whale watching and the world's largest zipline.
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