Ambassadair Alaska 2020

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ALASKA<strong>2020</strong>


CONTENTS<br />

TRAVEL BY LAND AND SEA. TRAVEL BY SEA. TRAVEL BY LAND.<br />

ALASKA IN-DEPTH<br />

JULY 12-25, <strong>2020</strong> / JULY 26-AUGUST 8, <strong>2020</strong> PAGE 4<br />

DENALI ADVENTURE<br />

JUNE 24-JULY 5, <strong>2020</strong> PAGE 6<br />

INSIDE PASSAGE SOJOURN<br />

JUNE 3-13, <strong>2020</strong> PAGE 10<br />

ALASKA EXPLORER CRUISE<br />

JUNE 12-20, <strong>2020</strong> PAGE 12<br />

ALASKA INSIDE PASSAGE CRUISE<br />

AUGUST 14-22, <strong>2020</strong> PAGE 14<br />

GLACIER DISCOVERY CRUISE<br />

JUNE 27-JULY 5, <strong>2020</strong> PAGE 16<br />

FISHING IN ALASKA<br />

SUMMER, <strong>2020</strong> PAGE 18<br />

ALASKA’S NATIONAL PARKS<br />

AUGUST 20-27, <strong>2020</strong> PAGE 19<br />

CANADIAN ROCKIES BY RAIL<br />

AUGUST 8-15, <strong>2020</strong> PAGE 20<br />

ALASKA’S NORTHERN LIGHTS & IDITAROD<br />

MARCH 4-13, <strong>2020</strong> PAGE 22<br />

For reservations and more information: (317) 581-1122 | (800) 225-9919 • Web site: ambassadair.com


WHY TRAVEL TO<br />

ALASKA WITH<br />

AMBASSADAIR?<br />

We are the <strong>Alaska</strong> experts.<br />

We’ve been in the travel business for over 65 years, and we’ve<br />

been sharing <strong>Alaska</strong> with our guests for the past 37 years!<br />

Most members of the <strong>Ambassadair</strong> team have traveled<br />

to <strong>Alaska</strong>, so our trips are planned and designed using<br />

this expert, insider knowledge to give you the best <strong>Alaska</strong><br />

experience possible. We know the in’s and out’s because we’ve<br />

traveled these trips ourselves. We sweat the small stuff — so<br />

you can relax and explore care-free.<br />

Because of our longstanding partner relationships, you can<br />

expect the best of everything while traveling with us. One<br />

of those partnerships is with Holland America Line® — they<br />

have over 140 years of experience and are recognized as the<br />

undisputed leader in the cruise industry’s premium segment.<br />

Together we have mastered the <strong>Alaska</strong> landscape, offering<br />

land and cruise options enhanced with our own favorite<br />

activities, meals and personal touches.<br />

<strong>Alaska</strong> is incomparable to anything you’ve ever experienced<br />

before ... It truly is the “trip of a lifetime.” So, don’t settle for<br />

ordinary travel. Go with the <strong>Alaska</strong> experts, and let us take you<br />

on an adventure.<br />

Interested in learning more? Please visit ambassadair.com or<br />

call us: (317) 581-1122 or (800) 225-9919.<br />

For alternate departure dates or departure cities, please call us at: (317) 581-1122 | (800) 225-9919 1


Denali<br />

National<br />

Park<br />

Seward<br />

Fairbanks<br />

Denali<br />

Talkeetna<br />

Anchorage<br />

Kenai Fjords<br />

National Park<br />

Glacier Bay<br />

National Park<br />

Sitka<br />

Prince of Wales Island<br />

Dawson City<br />

Whitehorse<br />

Skagway/Haines<br />

Juneau<br />

Tracy Arm<br />

Ketchikan<br />

Inside<br />

Passage<br />

ALASKA<br />

AND THE YUKON<br />

Vancouver<br />

Victoria<br />

Seattle<br />

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TRAVEL BY LAND<br />

AND SEA<br />

Experience <strong>Alaska</strong> from different vantage points when<br />

you travel by land and sea! On both tours you will<br />

witness the wildlife of Denali National Park, ride the<br />

rails of the glass-dome McKinley Explorer railcar, and<br />

cruise through Glacier Bay National Park.<br />

ALASKA IN-DEPTH<br />

Our most comprehensive <strong>Alaska</strong> tour, <strong>Alaska</strong> In-Depth is the<br />

best way to really discover the state and all that it has to offer.<br />

After an in-depth 10-day land exploration of <strong>Alaska</strong>’s interior<br />

(unique in its inclusion of Canada’s Yukon Territory and<br />

Gold Rush history) you’ll board Holland America Line’s<br />

ms Koningsdam for some pampering and relaxation at sea —<br />

with a stop in Ketchikan and a front row seat cruising Glacier<br />

Bay National Park. This tour is our most popular itinerary, and<br />

has been for the past 37 years!<br />

DENALI ADVENTURE<br />

This tour truly explores the highlights of <strong>Alaska</strong> with more<br />

cruise time to relax — do as little or as much as you desire!<br />

After five days of land exploration from Fairbanks to Denali<br />

National Park and Anchorage, you’ll have eight days at sea<br />

on Holland America Line’s ms Noordam with stops in Juneau,<br />

Haines and Ketchikan. Adventure seekers can choose to book<br />

an excursion of hiking, rafting, fishing, and flightseeing. Or<br />

take a historical tour, visit with local natives, photograph<br />

totem poles or pop into gift shops and art galleries.<br />

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LAND & SEA<br />

ALASKA IN-DEPTH<br />

Anchorage • Denali National Park • Fairbanks • Dawson City • Whitehorse • Skagway •<br />

4-night Inside Passage Cruise • Glacier Bay National Park • Ketchikan • Vancouver<br />

July 12-25, <strong>2020</strong> • 14 Days<br />

July 26-Aug 8, <strong>2020</strong> • 14 Days<br />

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Embark on the ultimate <strong>Alaska</strong>n journey. Discover the unspoiled wilderness of <strong>Alaska</strong>, along with its rich<br />

culture on this in-depth land and cruise tour. This is one of <strong>Ambassadair</strong>’s most popular trips!<br />

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:<br />

• Panoramic views on the<br />

McKinley Explorer dome railcars<br />

• Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour<br />

• White Pass & Yukon<br />

narrow-gauge train ride<br />

ITINERARY<br />

Sun, July 12 / July 26: Fly to Anchorage, <strong>Alaska</strong>. Check in to the Hotel Captain Cook in<br />

downtown Anchorage.<br />

Mon, July 13 / July 27: Explore at leisure before a Welcome Dinner. (Meal: Dinner)<br />

Tue, July 14 / July 28: Journey aboard Holland America Line’s award-winning McKinley<br />

Explorer dome train as you traverse the Great Land to Denali National Park. Stay in the<br />

new Junior Suites at McKinley Chalets on the Nenana River for two nights. Spend your<br />

evening at leisure or on an <strong>Ambassadair</strong> “Your Choice” excursion. (L)<br />

<strong>Ambassadair</strong> Add-ons<br />

• Discover Anchorage with an<br />

extra day and overnight<br />

• Anchorage Welcome Dinner<br />

Wed, July 15 / July 29: Embark on the Tundra Wilderness Tour. Travel 53 miles deep<br />

• Lunch on the McKinley Explorer into Denali National Park, home to North America’s highest peak, Denali (formerly<br />

• Stay in Junior Suite<br />

Mount McKinley). The balance of the day is yours to enjoy optional activities.* (Snack<br />

accommodations in Denali<br />

Box)<br />

• <strong>Ambassadair</strong> “Your Choice”<br />

Thu, July 16 / July 30: Travel to Fairbanks, enjoy lunch and take a riverboat cruise.<br />

excursion in Denali<br />

• Riverboat tour and dinner in<br />

Watch a bush floatplane take off, stop at the home and kennels of the late four-time<br />

Fairbanks<br />

Iditarod winner Susan Butcher, and visit a recreated Chena Indian Village. Enjoy dinner<br />

• Private tour and dinner in<br />

at a local restaurant overlooking the river. (L,D)<br />

Dawson City<br />

Fri, July 17 / July 31: Fly from Fairbanks to Dawson City, Yukon, Canada. Take a<br />

• <strong>Alaska</strong>n Barbeque and Dredge<br />

narrated tour of Dawson City, stopping at the historic Robert Service Cabin, Gold<br />

Town visit in Skagway<br />

Dredge No. 4 and the Discovery Claim, and catch stunning views from Top of the Dome.<br />

• Gratuities for bus drivers, local<br />

step on guides, and railcar<br />

Overnight in the heart of the Klondike National Historic Site. (L)<br />

attendants<br />

Sat, July 18 / Aug 1: Board the Klondike Spirit for a river cruise or take an optional tour.*<br />

• Onboard beverage package<br />

Enjoy a group dinner. (D)<br />

• Pinnacle Grill Dinner<br />

• Pre-departure meeting<br />

4 For reservations and more information: (317) 581-1122 | (800) 225-9919 • Web site: ambassadair.com


LAND & SEA<br />

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Sun, July 19 / Aug 2: Travel along the Klondike Highway past Five Finger<br />

Rapids on the Yukon River. Arrive in Whitehorse, capital of the Yukon<br />

Territory. (L)<br />

Mon, July 20 / Aug 3: Depart for Fraser, to board the vintage White Pass &<br />

Yukon Route Railroad scenic train to Skagway. Enjoy interactive Dredge Town<br />

and an <strong>Alaska</strong>n barbeque lunch. Evening is at leisure. (L)<br />

Tue, July 21 / Aug 4: From Skagway, take advantage of optional excursions,<br />

including glacier helicopter flightseeing, hiking or a visit to a historic saloon.*<br />

Board the ms Koningsdam. (L,D)<br />

Wed, July 22 / Aug 5: Cruise Glacier Bay National Park. Spend the day on<br />

deck as you watch for seals, sea lions and whales! Sail close to actively calving<br />

glaciers. National Park Rangers will provide commentary. (B,L,D)<br />

Thu, July 23 / Aug 6: Enjoy Ketchikan in the Tongass National Forest. Choose<br />

to explore on your own or purchase an optional shore excursion.* Immerse<br />

yourself in Tlingit Indian culture, view the world’s largest collection of totem<br />

poles, see the Lumberjack Show or stroll along the boardwalk. (B,L,D)<br />

Fri, July 24 / Aug 7: Sail through the Inside Passage. (B,L,D)<br />

Sat, July 25 / Aug 8: Arrive in Vancouver and transfer to the airport for your<br />

flight home to Indianapolis. (B)<br />

*Additional costs apply for optional excursions.<br />

Note: See Canada travel restrictions on page 25.<br />

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Fairbanks<br />

McKinley Chalet Resort<br />

DENALI NATIONAL PARK<br />

ANCHORAGE<br />

Air<br />

Deluxe Motorcoach<br />

McKinley Explorer<br />

White Pass & Yukon RR<br />

Cruise<br />

GLACIER BAY<br />

NATIONAL PARK<br />

Ketchikan<br />

Dawson City<br />

INSIDE<br />

PASSAGE<br />

Whitehorse<br />

Skagway<br />

VANCOUVER<br />

COMPLETE PACKAGE<br />

Price Per Person<br />

Cat K<br />

Inside<br />

Cat E<br />

Ocean View<br />

Cat VD<br />

Verandah<br />

Double $5,599 $5,999 $6,229 $7,049<br />

Single $9,339 $10,129 $10,629 $12,029<br />

Cat SY<br />

Signature Suite<br />

Documents Required: Valid Passport; Deposit per person: $600 ; Final Payment: 3/26/20 (for July 12) 4/9/20 (for<br />

July 26); Cancellation Policy: 105-0 Days: No Refund; Optional Trip Insurance through Travel Insured. To purchase, call your<br />

<strong>Ambassadair</strong> Travel Counselor.<br />

Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis; internal flight per itinerary, escorted, 9 nights hotel accommodations,<br />

4 nights shipboard accommodations on Holland America Line’s ms Koningsdam, 20 meals, sightseeing and admissions per<br />

itinerary, ground transportation (motorcoach, dome railcars), taxes and port charges. Trip #7980 / #7981<br />

OPTION TO EXTEND YOUR STAY!<br />

VANCOUVER AND VICTORIA<br />

Disembark in Vancouver and ferry to Victoria<br />

where you will visit world-famous Butchart<br />

Gardens. Tour downtown Victoria and stay<br />

one night at the Fairmont Empress Hotel. The<br />

following afternoon, ferry back to Vancouver<br />

and check in for one night at a downtown hotel.<br />

Explore Vancouver at your leisure this evening.<br />

For alternate departure dates or departure cities, please call us at: (317) 581-1122 | (800) 225-9919<br />

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LAND & SEA<br />

DENALI ADVENTURE<br />

Fairbanks • Denali National Park • Anchorage • 7-night Glacier Discovery Cruise •<br />

Glacier Bay National Park • Haines (Skagway) • Juneau • Ketchikan •<br />

Inside Passage • Vancouver<br />

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June 24-July 5, <strong>2020</strong> • 12 Days<br />

Explore on land in Fairbanks, Denali National Park, and Anchorage. Discover mountain peaks, wildlife<br />

and stunning vistas by riverboat and scenic rail, then cruise the glacial waters of the inside passage.<br />

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:<br />

• Tour on board the riverboat<br />

Discovery III on the Chena &<br />

Tenana Rivers in Fairbanks<br />

• Tundra Wilderness Tour in<br />

Denali National Park<br />

• Panoramic views on the<br />

McKinley Explorer dome railcars<br />

• Glacier Bay National Park<br />

• Five-star dining on Holland<br />

America Line’s ms Noordam<br />

<strong>Ambassadair</strong> Add-ons<br />

• Stay in new Junior Suite<br />

accommodations in Denali<br />

• <strong>Ambassadair</strong> “Your Choice”<br />

excursion in Denali National<br />

Park<br />

• Lunch on the McKinley Explorer<br />

dome railcars<br />

• Breakfast in Anchorage<br />

• Gratuities for bus drivers, local<br />

step on guides, and railcar<br />

attendants<br />

• Onboard beverage package<br />

• Pinnacle Grill dinner<br />

• Pre-departure meeting<br />

ITINERARY<br />

Wed, June 24: Fly to Fairbanks, <strong>Alaska</strong> and overnight downtown.<br />

Thu, June 25: A full day of sightseeing includes a cruise aboard the sternwheeler<br />

riverboat Discovery III. Watch a bush floatplane take off, stop at the home and kennels<br />

of the late four-time Iditarod winner Susan Butcher, and visit a recreated Chena Indian<br />

Village. Depart for Denali National Park and overnight in the new Junior Suites at<br />

McKinley Chalets on the Nenana River for two nights. Use your <strong>Ambassadair</strong> “Your<br />

Choice” excursion or enjoy an evening on your own. (Meal: Lunch)<br />

Fri, June 26: Travel on a Tundra Wilderness Tour — 53 miles into Denali National Park,<br />

home to North America’s highest peak, Denali (formerly Mount McKinley) as well as<br />

wildlife including grizzlies, Dall sheep, moose and caribou. Afternoon free time for<br />

optional activities.* (Snack Box)<br />

Sat, June 27: Board the award-winning McKinley Explorer dome train and traverse the<br />

Great Land. Check in to the Hotel Captain Cook in downtown Anchorage. (L)<br />

Sun, June 28: Enjoy breakfast with your fellow travelers. Travel the Seward Highway<br />

along the scenic Turnagain Arm to board Holland America Line’s ms Noordam. (B,D)<br />

Mon, June 29: At sea. Relax and explore the ship. (B,L,D)<br />

Tue, June 30: Cruise Glacier Bay National Park. Spend the day on deck as you watch<br />

for seals, sea lions and whales! Sail close to actively calving glaciers as National Park<br />

Rangers provide commentary. (B,L,D)<br />

6 For reservations and more information: (317) 581-1122 | (800) 225-9919 • Web site: ambassadair.com


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LAND & SEA<br />

Wed, July 1: Experience the activities in and around Haines, including rafting,<br />

hiking, fishing or sightseeing, or opt to explore the nearby port of Skagway,<br />

a picturesque Gold Rush town. A not-to-be-missed highlight in Skagway is<br />

the White Pass & Yukon narrow-gauge railway.* A water transfer is required in<br />

order to travel from Haines to Skagway.* (B,L,D)<br />

Thu, July 2: Cruise to Juneau, accessible by air or water only. With its bounty<br />

of water, forests, mountains, and glaciers, Juneau offers a variety of optional<br />

activities. Highlights include the Taku Glacier Lodge, Feast & Five Glacier<br />

Seaplane excursion, a visit to the Mendenhall Glacier and the Juneau Icefields,<br />

whale watching, rafting, fishing, dog sledding, and hiking.* (B,L,D)<br />

Fri, July 3: Enjoy Ketchikan in the Tongass National Forest. Choose to explore<br />

on your own or purchase an optional shore excursion. Immerse yourself in<br />

Tlingit Indian culture, view the world’s largest collection of totem poles, see the<br />

Lumberjack Show, or stroll along the boardwalk.* (B,L,D)<br />

Sat, July 4: Enjoy a day at sea, cruising the Inside Passage. (B,L,D)<br />

Sun, July 5: Arrive in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Transfer to the<br />

airport and fly home. (B)<br />

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OPTION TO EXTEND YOUR STAY! VANCOUVER AND VICTORIA<br />

Disembark in Vancouver and ferry to Victoria where you will visit world-famous<br />

Butchart Gardens. Tour downtown Victoria and stay one night at the Fairmont<br />

Empress Hotel. The following afternoon, ferry back to Vancouver and check<br />

in for one night at a downtown hotel. Explore Vancouver at your leisure this<br />

evening.<br />

*Additional costs apply for optional excursions.<br />

Note: See Canada travel restrictions on page 25.<br />

COMPLETE PACKAGE<br />

Price Per Person<br />

Cat L<br />

Inside<br />

Cat F<br />

Ocean View<br />

Cat VD<br />

Verandah<br />

Double $4,699 $5,199 $5,699 $6,299<br />

Single $7,549 $8,549 $9,549 $10,749<br />

Cat SY<br />

Signature Suite<br />

Documents Required: Valid Passport; Deposit per person: $600; Final Payment: 3/11/20 ; Cancellation Policy: 105-0<br />

Days: No Refund; Optional Trip Insurance through Travel Insured. To purchase, call your <strong>Ambassadair</strong> Travel Counselor.<br />

Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis, escorted, 4 nights hotel accommodations, 7 nights shipboard<br />

accommodations on Holland America Line’s ms Noordam, 23 meals, sightseeing and admissions per itinerary, ground<br />

transportation (motorcoach, dome train), taxes and port charges. Trip #7978<br />

McKinley Chalet Resort<br />

DENALI NATIONAL PARK<br />

Anchorage<br />

Seward<br />

Deluxe Motorcoach<br />

McKinley Explorer<br />

Cruisetrain<br />

Cruise<br />

GLACIER BAY<br />

NATIONAL PARK<br />

FAIRBANKS<br />

Haines/<br />

Skagway<br />

Juneau<br />

VANCOUVER<br />

For alternate departure dates or departure cities, please call us at: (317) 581-1122 | (800) 225-9919 7<br />

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Ketchikan<br />

INSIDE<br />

PASSAGE


“ Very relaxing and scenic<br />

way to see <strong>Alaska</strong>. You visit<br />

several different towns,<br />

and experience excellent<br />

excursions.<br />

”<br />

-<strong>Ambassadair</strong> Guest<br />

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Shaped by the staggering force of massive<br />

glaciers millions of years ago, <strong>Alaska</strong>’s<br />

Inside Passage boasts lush island scenery<br />

and wildlife-filled fjords — habitat for<br />

bald eagles, sea lions, porpoises and<br />

whales. It is a region of pristine water,<br />

snow-capped mountains, deep fjords<br />

and forested islands. The picturesque<br />

coastal communities are rich in history.<br />

The Native cultures of Tlingit, Haida and<br />

Tsimshian Indians dominate this area.


TRAVEL BY SEA<br />

Travel by sea and explore remote sites not accessible by<br />

land. Enjoy your <strong>Alaska</strong> adventure surrounded by the<br />

comfort and amenities of a cruise ship.<br />

INSIDE PASSAGE SOJOURN CRUISE<br />

Sail from Ketchikan to Sitka: Venture into <strong>Alaska</strong>’s wilderness<br />

on a small ship, reaching deeper into <strong>Alaska</strong>’s remote<br />

wilderness with opportunities for active exploration. Get<br />

up close and personal with glaciers, glide close to land on<br />

expedition skiffs, kayak or take a guided hike. Experience<br />

the intimacy onboard with fewer passengers. Enjoy gourmet<br />

meals, supreme comfort and panoramic views from the bow.<br />

ALASKA EXPLORER CRUISE<br />

Round trip from Seattle: A comprehensive cruise and great<br />

introduction to <strong>Alaska</strong>, this cruise will take you through<br />

Puget Sound and Glacier Bay National Park. Explore Juneau,<br />

Ketchikan, and historic Sitka, with its rich native Tlingit culture<br />

and Russian history. Top it off with a stop in Victoria, BC<br />

Canada.<br />

ALASKA INSIDE PASSAGE CRUISE<br />

Round trip from Vancouver: Explore <strong>Alaska</strong>’s Inside Passage,<br />

one of the most scenic sea-lanes in the world, and see the<br />

sights of <strong>Alaska</strong>. Cruise through Glacier Bay National Park and<br />

visit Juneau, historic Skagway, and Ketchikan. Explore and stay<br />

overnight in Vancouver, Canada.<br />

GLACIER DISCOVERY CRUISE<br />

Cruise from Seward to Vancouver: Combine a relaxed cruise<br />

vacation with the stunning backdrop of <strong>Alaska</strong>. Follow the<br />

scenic Turnagain Arm from Anchorage to Seward. Discover the<br />

majesty of Glacier Bay National Park as you sail into a glacial<br />

wonderland. Watch and listen for calving glaciers, whales,<br />

seals, sea lions, eagles and more. Stop in Haines, Juneau, and<br />

Ketchikan where there are options for all — from active nature<br />

explorations to casual sightseeing.<br />

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SEA<br />

INSIDE PASSAGE SOJOURN<br />

Ketchikan • Metlakatla • Thorne Bay • Wrangell • Tracy Arm • Juneau • Glacier Bay National Park • Sitka<br />

June 3-13, <strong>2020</strong> • 11 Days<br />

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Experience the essence of <strong>Alaska</strong>. Discover more of the Great Land’s unspoiled wilderness. Experience the<br />

wildlife, legends, and lore of <strong>Alaska</strong> on this up-close-and-personal, small ship cruise.<br />

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:<br />

• Orca Point Lodge <strong>Alaska</strong>n<br />

salmon and king crab dinner<br />

• Small ship cruising for an<br />

intimate wilderness experience<br />

• Up close glacier viewing in<br />

Tracy Arm and Glacier Bay<br />

National Park<br />

• Wildlife viewing experiences<br />

on board expedition craft<br />

• Juneau, Misty Fjords, Wrangell,<br />

Sitka and Ketchikan<br />

• Chef-inspired cuisine<br />

Itinerary<br />

Wed, June 3: Overnight at a local hotel in Ketchikan, <strong>Alaska</strong>.<br />

Thu, June 4: After breakfast, transfer to the pier to board <strong>Alaska</strong>n Dream Cruise<br />

Line’s Chichagof Dream. Sleek, stylish and newly renovated, she holds just seventy-six<br />

passengers for a nice intimate appeal. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)<br />

Fri, June 5: Today the cultures of the Metlakatla Indian Community surround you<br />

on Annette Island. Visit a traditional longhouse, and enjoy a ceremonial dance. Later,<br />

glide beneath the 3,000-foot glacier-sculpted cliffs of the Misty Fjords. (B,L,D)<br />

Sat, June 6: Experience the frontier spirit of <strong>Alaska</strong>’s timber years in Thorne Bay, on<br />

the eastern side of Prince of Wales Island. Meet resident artisans and enjoy a walking<br />

tour of the town. In Kasaan, walk a forested path laden with intricately carved totem<br />

poles to the Chief Son-i-Hat Whale House, the only remaining traditional Haida<br />

longhouse in the United States. (B,L,D)<br />

Sun, June 7: Visit Wrangell, the only town in <strong>Alaska</strong> that was ruled by four nations.<br />

See Petroglyph Beach, which contains the highest concentration of petroglyphs in<br />

Southeast <strong>Alaska</strong>. (B,L,D)<br />

Mon, June 8: Today, scout for humpback whales and other marine mammals in<br />

Frederick Sound. (B,L,D)<br />

Tue, June 9: Journey through Tracy Arm–Fords Terror Wilderness, a place<br />

naturalist John Muir called “a wild, unfinished Yosemite.” Renowned for its pristine<br />

waterfalls, towering icebergs, abundant harbor seals, and granite cliffs that rise from<br />

sea level to 4,000 feet. (B,L,D)<br />

10 For reservations and more information: (317) 581-1122 | (800) 225-9919 • Web site: ambassadair.com


SEA<br />

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Wed, June 10: Spend the day touring Juneau, the capital of <strong>Alaska</strong>.<br />

Experience the world-famous Mendenhall Glacier. See the <strong>Alaska</strong> State<br />

Museum with time to explore Juneau on your own. End the day’s adventure<br />

with a relaxing evening at Orca Point Lodge on Colt Island. Enjoy a Tlingit<br />

cultural presentation, as well as the beach and marine life touch-tank. Dine<br />

on wild caught <strong>Alaska</strong>n salmon and king crab, or prime rib either at the lodge,<br />

or nestled next to a beachside bonfire. (B,L,D)<br />

Thu, June 11: Today, explore Glacier Bay National Park and its wide-array<br />

of wildlife, including both brown and black bears, wolves, mountain goats,<br />

Steller sea lions, and humpback whales. Experience Margerie Glacier, known<br />

for its dramatic calving displays. A Glacier Bay National Park Service Ranger<br />

narrates the day’s program along with a Native Huna Tlingit interpretive<br />

naturalist. (B,L,D)<br />

Fri, June 12: Savor the serenity of raw wilderness on your own. Opportunities<br />

may include a coastline kayak paddle, up-close whale encounters, a hike<br />

through an old-growth forest, or track along with a foraging bear from the<br />

safety of an expedition skiff. (B,L,D)<br />

Sat, June 13: Disembark in beautiful Sitka, located on Baranof Island<br />

between the forested mountains and the Pacific Ocean — where Tlingit<br />

culture and Russian history intertwine. Extend your stay or transfer to the<br />

airport to fly home. (B)<br />

CRUISE ONLY (Airfare not included)<br />

Price Per Person<br />

Cat A<br />

Main Deck<br />

Cat AA<br />

Upper Deck<br />

Double $6,149 $6,519 $6,699<br />

Single $9,149 $9,699 $9,979<br />

Cat AAA<br />

Lounge Deck<br />

Documents Required: Valid U.S. government issued photo I.D.; Deposit per person: $750; Final Payment: 2/3/20 ;<br />

Cancellation Policy: Booking-121 Days: $375; 120-0 Days: No Refund; Optional Trip Insurance through Travel Insured.<br />

To purchase, call your <strong>Ambassadair</strong> Travel Counselor.<br />

Trip Includes: 9 nights shipboard accommodations on <strong>Alaska</strong>n Dream Cruises’ Chichagof Dream, 1 night hotel<br />

accommodation, 28 meals, sightseeing and admissions per itinerary, transfers, taxes and port charges. Trip #7977<br />

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ALASKA EXPLORER CRUISE<br />

Seattle • Juneau • Glacier Bay National Park • Sitka • Ketchikan • Victoria<br />

June 12-20, <strong>2020</strong> • 9 Days<br />

Embark on the ultimate <strong>Alaska</strong>n journey. Hear the thunder the ice makes as it breaks away from a glacier<br />

and falls into the sea, shooting water hundreds of feet into the air. Watch bald eagles fly over charming<br />

frontier ports. Sail out of Seattle’s lovely Puget Sound for relaxing days discovering <strong>Alaska</strong>.<br />

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:<br />

• Discover Juneau, <strong>Alaska</strong>’s<br />

capital city<br />

• See the historic and scenic<br />

community of Sitka, located<br />

on Baranof Island<br />

• Scenic cruising through<br />

Glacier Bay National Park<br />

• Visit Ketchikan, home to the<br />

world’s largest collection of<br />

totem poles<br />

• Evening visit to Victoria,<br />

British Columbia on majestic<br />

Vancouver Island<br />

<strong>Ambassadair</strong> Add-ons<br />

• Pre-cruise overnight stay in<br />

downtown Seattle<br />

• Private sightseeing tour in<br />

Seattle, including a visit to<br />

famous Pike Place Market<br />

• Visit the Museum of Flight<br />

Itinerary<br />

Fri, June 12: Fly to Seattle, Washington. Enjoy a tour of The Museum of Flight en<br />

route to your downtown hotel. The museum’s collection includes more than 150<br />

historically significant air and spacecraft, as well as the Red Barn® — the original<br />

manufacturing facility of The Boeing Company. The remainder of the afternoon and<br />

evening are yours to do as you please.<br />

Sat, June 13: After breakfast, enjoy an included narrated sightseeing tour of Seattle.<br />

Later, board Holland America Line’s ms Eurodam for scenic cruising in Puget Sound.<br />

(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)<br />

Sun, June 14: Enjoy the amenities on board as you spend the day at sea. (B,L,D)<br />

Mon, June 15: Cruise to Juneau, the state capital of <strong>Alaska</strong> — which is accessible<br />

by air or water only. With its forests, mountains, and glaciers, Juneau offers a variety<br />

of optional activities. Highlights include the Taku Glacier Lodge Feast & Five Glacier<br />

Seaplane excursion, a visit to the Mendenhall Glacier and the Juneau Icefields, whale<br />

watching, flightseeing, rafting, fishing, dog sledding, and hiking.* (B,L,D)<br />

Tue, June 16: Cruise Glacier Bay National Park. Spend the day on deck as you<br />

watch for seals, sea lions, and whales! Sail close to actively calving glaciers. National<br />

Park Rangers will provide commentary. (B,L,D)<br />

Wed, June 17: Visit the historic and scenic community of Sitka, located on<br />

Baranof Island between forested mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Sitka offers<br />

a combination of native Tlingit culture, Russian history, and <strong>Alaska</strong>n wilderness.<br />

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Optional tours include a sea otter & wildlife quest, salmon and halibut<br />

fishing, the <strong>Alaska</strong> Raptor Center, and the numerous cultural sights around<br />

Sitka.* The dramatic setting in the shadow of Mount Edgecumbe is one of<br />

the loveliest you will experience. Enjoy kayaking, hiking, biking, fishing, or<br />

taking a sightseeing tour in order to experience the history and beauty of<br />

this quaint community.* (B,L,D)<br />

Thu, June 18: Discover Ketchikan, located in the heart of the Tongass<br />

National Forest. Optional activities include a flightseeing trip to the Misty<br />

Fjords National Monument, Great <strong>Alaska</strong>n Lumberjack Show & Crab Feast,<br />

a sightseeing trip to explore Totem Bight State Park, or Saxman Native<br />

Village to see the world’s largest collection of totem poles.* (B,L,D)<br />

Fri, June 19: Cruise around Vancouver Island with an evening visit to<br />

Victoria, British Columbia. Popular optional excursions include a visit<br />

to Butchart Gardens, Orca Whale Watching, or a Victoria Highlights tour.<br />

Butchart Gardens, a national historic site encompassing 55 beautiful acres,<br />

opened in 1904 and is still privately owned by family descendants. (B,L,D)<br />

Sat, June 20: Disembark in Seattle and fly home. (B)<br />

*Additional costs apply for optional excursions.<br />

Note: See Canada travel restrictions on page 25.<br />

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COMPLETE PACKAGE<br />

Price Per Person<br />

Cat K<br />

Inside<br />

Cat F<br />

Ocean View<br />

Cat VD<br />

Verandah<br />

Double $2,869 $3,179 $3,749 $4,249<br />

Single $4,149 $4,749 $5,899 $6,899<br />

Cat SY<br />

Signature Suite<br />

Documents Required: Valid Passport; Deposit per person: $350; Final Payment: 2/27/20 ; Cancellation Policy: 105-0<br />

Days: No Refund ; Optional Trip Insurance through Travel Insured. To purchase, call your <strong>Ambassadair</strong> Travel Counselor.<br />

GLACIER BAY<br />

NATIONAL PARK<br />

Sitka<br />

Juneau<br />

Ketchikan<br />

Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis, escorted (with 15 or more guests), 1 night hotel accommodations, 7 nights<br />

shipboard accommodations on Holland America Line’s ms Eurodam, 22 meals, sightseeing and admissions per itinerary,<br />

transfers, taxes and port charges. Trip #7971<br />

Victoria<br />

SEATTLE<br />

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ALASKA INSIDE PASSAGE CRUISE<br />

Vancouver • Inside Passage • Juneau • Skagway • Glacier Bay National Park • Ketchikan<br />

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August 14-22, <strong>2020</strong> • 9 Days<br />

Bring your camera and binoculars for a spectacular cruise through <strong>Alaska</strong>’s scenic Inside Passage.<br />

Visit the historic <strong>Alaska</strong>n towns of Skagway and Ketchikan, and cruise stunning Glacier Bay National Park.<br />

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:<br />

• Sightseeing tour in Vancouver<br />

including Stanley Park and<br />

Granville Island<br />

• Experience Holland America<br />

Line’s award-winning service<br />

and five-star dining<br />

• Visit the capital city of Juneau<br />

• Port in the picturesque Gold<br />

Rush town of Skagway<br />

• Scenic cruising through<br />

Glacier Bay National Park<br />

• Shop the galleries on historic<br />

Creek Street in Ketchikan<br />

<strong>Ambassadair</strong> Add-ons<br />

• Pre-cruise hotel night in<br />

Vancouver<br />

• Sightseeing tour in Vancouver<br />

• Breakfast in Vancouver<br />

• Cocktail party on board ship<br />

Itinerary<br />

Fri, Aug 14: Fly to Vancouver, British Columbia. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of<br />

Vancouver en route to your downtown hotel.<br />

Sat, Aug 15: After an included breakfast, enjoy the morning exploring Vancouver<br />

on your own. Later, board the ms Koningsdam for scenic cruising as you set sail under<br />

the Lions Gate Bridge towards <strong>Alaska</strong>. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)<br />

Sun, Aug 16: Enjoy a day at sea cruising the Inside Passage. (B,L,D)<br />

Mon, Aug 17: This morning, before arriving into Juneau, an optional tour to Tracy<br />

Arm Fjord* is offered from the ship via catamaran. Nestled between 3,000-foot-high<br />

granite walls, the narrow, twisting slice of ocean called Tracy Arm Fjord weaves<br />

through the Tongass National Forest for roughly 35 miles. The shoreline is spotted<br />

with waterfalls created by melting snowcaps, and trees sprouting at odd angles<br />

from rocky outcroppings. The dramatic twin Sawyer Glaciers at the end of Tracy<br />

Arm are framed by mountains on either side; and are often bathed in a light mist<br />

that amplifies the blue hue of the glacial ice. The glaciers are home to wildlife such<br />

as bears, wolves, and moose; while the fjord’s icy waters are a popular playground<br />

for the seals and whales. Then, port in Juneau, the state capital of <strong>Alaska</strong>, offering<br />

a bounty of water, forests, mountains, and glaciers to explore. Optional excursions<br />

include the Taku Glacier Lodge Feast & Five Glacier Seaplane excursion, a visit to the<br />

Mendenhall Glacier and the Juneau Icefield, whale watching, flightseeing, rafting,<br />

fishing, dog sledding, and hiking.* (B,L,D)<br />

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Tue, Aug 18: Port in the picturesque Gold Rush town of Skagway. A notto-be-missed<br />

highlight in Skagway is the narrated White Pass & Yukon<br />

narrow-gauge railway excursion.* Other optional excursions include glacier<br />

helicopter flightseeing, hiking, or sightseeing tours.* (B,L,D)<br />

Wed, Aug 19: Enjoy scenic cruising through Glacier Bay National Park.<br />

Spend the day enjoying the gorgeous scenery while watching and listening<br />

for calving glaciers. National Park Rangers will be on board to educate you<br />

on the importance of this area and to help you spot seals, sea lions, sea<br />

otters, and whales as you navigate through this spectacular waterway.<br />

(B,L,D)<br />

Thu, Aug 20: Discover Ketchikan, located in the heart of the Tongass<br />

National Forest. Optional activities include a flightseeing trip to the Misty<br />

Fjords National Monument, a Bering Sea Crab Fisherman’s adventure, a<br />

sightseeing trip to explore Totem Bight State Park, or Saxman Native Village<br />

to see the world’s largest collection of totem poles.* Meander along historic<br />

Creek Street, once Ketchikan’s “red light” district, now lined with unique<br />

shops and art galleries. (B,L,D)<br />

Fri, Aug 21: Day at sea cruising <strong>Alaska</strong>’s Inside Passage. (B,L,D)<br />

Sat, Aug 22: Disembark and fly home from Vancouver. (B)<br />

*Additional costs apply for shore excursions<br />

Note: See Canada travel restrictions on page 25.<br />

GLACIER BAY<br />

NATIONAL PARK<br />

Skagway<br />

Juneau<br />

TRACY ARM<br />

Ketchikan<br />

INSIDE<br />

PASSAGE<br />

VANCOUVER<br />

COMPLETE PACKAGE<br />

Price Per Person<br />

Cat J<br />

Inside<br />

Cat E<br />

Ocean View<br />

Cat VD<br />

Verandah<br />

Cat A<br />

Vista Suite<br />

Double $2,799 $3,499 $3,899 $4,339<br />

Single $3,999 $5,399 $6,199 $7,069<br />

Documents Required: Valid Passport; Deposit per person: $350; Final Payment: 4/30/20 ; Cancellation Policy: 105-0<br />

Days: No Refund; Optional Trip Insurance through Travel Insured. To purchase, call your <strong>Ambassadair</strong> Travel Counselor.<br />

HAVE MORE TIME FOR VACATION?<br />

Our Canadian Rockies by Rail trip<br />

is the perfect pre-cruise addition<br />

– see pages 20-21 for details.<br />

Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis, escorted (with 15 or more guests), 1 night hotel accommodation in<br />

Vancouver, 7 nights shipboard accommodations on Holland America Line’s ms Koningsdam, 22 meals, sightseeing and<br />

admissions per itinerary, transfers, taxes and port charges. Trip # 7982<br />

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GLACIER DISCOVERY CRUISE<br />

Anchorage • Glacier Bay National Park • Haines (Skagway) • Juneau • Ketchikan •<br />

Inside Passage • Vancouver<br />

June 27-July 5, <strong>2020</strong> • 9 Days<br />

Bring your camera and binoculars for a spectacular cruise through <strong>Alaska</strong>’s scenic Inside Passage.<br />

Visit the historic <strong>Alaska</strong>n towns of Juneau and Ketchikan, and cruise stunning Glacier Bay National Park.<br />

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HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:<br />

• Discover Anchorage with<br />

pre-cruise overnight<br />

• Scenic cruising in Glacier Bay<br />

National Park<br />

• Full day and evening in port<br />

at Haines, gateway to visit the<br />

Gold Rush town of Skagway<br />

• A variety of optional activities<br />

in both Juneau and Ketchikan<br />

• Carefree cruising on Holland<br />

America Line’s ms Noordam<br />

<strong>Ambassadair</strong> Add-ons<br />

• Pre-cruise overnight in<br />

downtown Anchorage<br />

• Welcome breakfast at<br />

Anchorage hotel<br />

• Cocktail party onboard ship<br />

Price: from $3,049 p/p double •<br />

from $4,369 single.<br />

Documents Required: Valid Passport; Deposit<br />

per person: $350; Final Payment: 03/12/20;<br />

Cancellation Policy: 105-0 Days: No Refund;<br />

Optional Trip Insurance through Travel Insured. To<br />

purchase, call your <strong>Ambassadair</strong> Travel Counselor.<br />

Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis,<br />

locally hosted, , 1 night hotel accommodations,<br />

7 nights shipboard accommodations on Holland<br />

America Line’s ms Noordam, 21 meals, transfers,<br />

taxes and port charges.<br />

Trip # 7979<br />

Itinerary<br />

Sat, June 27: Fly to Anchorage, <strong>Alaska</strong> and overnight downtown, joining the Denali<br />

Adventure group.<br />

Sun, June 28: Enjoy breakfast with fellow travelers. Travel along the scenic Turnagain<br />

Arm to board Holland America Line’s ms Noordam. (B,D)<br />

Mon, June 29: At sea, relax and enjoy the ship. (B,L,D)<br />

Tue, June 30: Cruise Glacier Bay National Park. Spend the day on deck and watch<br />

for seals, sea lions and whales! Sail close to actively calving glaciers as National Park<br />

Rangers provide commentary. (B,L,D)<br />

Wed, July 1: Visit Haines, your springboard for seeking adventure and learning<br />

about their earliest residents, the Tlingit. Or opt for the nearby port of Skagway,<br />

an historic Gold Rush town, and home to the White Pass & Yukon narrow-gauge<br />

railway.* A water transfer is required to travel from Haines to Skagway.* (B,L,D)<br />

Thu, July 2: Cruise to Juneau, surrounded by water, forests, mountains and glaciers,<br />

offering a variety of optional activities. Highlights include the Taku Glacier Lodge<br />

(seaplane flight and feast), the Mendenhall Glacier and the Juneau Icefields, whale<br />

watching, rafting, fishing, and dog sledding.* (B,L,D)<br />

Fri, July 3: In Ketchikan, have the opportunity to view the world’s largest collection<br />

of totem poles, see the Lumberjack Show* or stroll along the boardwalk to historic<br />

Creek Street. (B,L,D)<br />

Sat, July 4: At sea, cruising the Inside Passage. (B,L,D)<br />

Sun, July 5: Arrive in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Transfer to the airport<br />

and fly home. (B)<br />

Option to extend your stay! Vancouver and Victoria<br />

Disembark in Vancouver and ferry to Victoria where you will visit world-famous<br />

Butchart Gardens. Tour downtown Victoria and stay one night at the Fairmont Empress<br />

Hotel. The following afternoon, ferry back to Vancouver and check in for one night at a<br />

downtown hotel. Explore Vancouver at your leisure this evening.<br />

*Additional costs apply for shore excursions. Note: See Canada travel restrictions on page 25.<br />

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TRAVEL BY LAND<br />

Travel deep into the heart of <strong>Alaska</strong>. See National Parks,<br />

fish the crystal-clear waters, experience SilverLeaf<br />

rail service on the Rocky Mountaineer, or chase the<br />

Northern Lights. Choose any of these once in a lifetime<br />

land tours, and see what makes <strong>Alaska</strong> so memorable.<br />

FISHING IN ALASKA<br />

Roundtrip from Ketchikan: Spend three nights at Waterfall<br />

Resort, a salmon cannery turned legendary fishing resort.<br />

From Ketchikan, board a floatplane bound for remote Prince<br />

of Wales Island. Add a little sea swagger to your step and head<br />

out with expert guides to catch salmon, halibut, lingcod, and<br />

more. Experience the heart of <strong>Alaska</strong>’s wilderness, devour<br />

hearty local fare, and swap fish tales in the saloon.<br />

ALASKA NATIONAL PARKS<br />

Round trip from Anchorage: Travel by way of the Seward<br />

Highway to visit Kenai Fjords National Park, where nearly 40<br />

glaciers flow from the Harding Icefield. Ride in a deluxe dome<br />

railcar to Talkeetna. Spend two nights in a park lodge in Denali<br />

National Park, which is six million acres of wild land, including<br />

America’s tallest peak – Denali.<br />

CANADIAN ROCKIES BY RAIL<br />

Travel from Calgary to Vancouver: Tour Banff National Park<br />

and see Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka, Surprise Corner, and the<br />

Hoodoos. Visit Yoho National Park, and admire the reflection<br />

of Victoria Glacier on Lake Louise. Spend two days traveling<br />

from Banff to Vancouver aboard the Rocky Mountaineer<br />

enjoying stunning scenery and all-inclusive SilverLeaf service.<br />

NORTHERN LIGHTS & IDITAROD<br />

Travel from Anchorage to Fairbanks: See the start of the<br />

Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, then set off in search of the<br />

northern lights with exciting expeditions and breathtaking<br />

views along the way. Ride the Aurora Winter Train enjoying<br />

panoramic vistas and wildlife. Take a dog sled ride along trails<br />

where teams train, and soak in the mineral-rich waters at<br />

Chena Hot Springs Resort.<br />

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FISHING IN ALASKA<br />

Ketchikan • Prince of Wales Island • <strong>Alaska</strong>’s Inside Passage<br />

Courtesy of The Waterfall Group<br />

Summer <strong>2020</strong> • 7 Days<br />

Prince of Wales Island has been a top drawer for fisherman since the late 1800’s. Join anglers from<br />

around the world to catch king or silver salmon, halibut, lingcod, and more. Spot humpback whales, bald<br />

eagles, and sea otters at play. Discover the breathtaking scenery and warm hospitality at the secluded<br />

Waterfall Resort.<br />

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:<br />

• Two full days and two half days of<br />

fishing<br />

• Fishing equipment, trimming<br />

and packing provided<br />

• U.S. Coast Guard licensed guides<br />

• Roundtrip scenic floatplane<br />

transfers to Waterfall Resort<br />

• Stay on pristine Prince of Wales<br />

Island<br />

• Hearty <strong>Alaska</strong>n-style meals<br />

Price: coming soon.<br />

Trip Includes: locally hosted, 6 nights<br />

accommodations, 13 meals, sightseeing and<br />

admissions per itinerary, ground transportation.<br />

Itinerary<br />

Day 1: Arrive in Ketchikan and transfer to your hotel. The balance of the day is yours.<br />

Day 2: Transfer by floatplane to the Waterfall Resort on Prince of Wales Island, located in<br />

the rainforest that defines most of <strong>Alaska</strong>’s Inside Passage. Head out for an exhilarating<br />

afternoon of fishing with lunch on board. Expert U.S. Coast Guard licensed guides will<br />

be your new best friends on the water, and the fishing cruisers are equipped for comfort<br />

and include an arsenal of field-tested equipment. Return to the resort, and settle into<br />

your accommodations. Take a walk to view the nearby waterfall, then savor an <strong>Alaska</strong>n<br />

inspired buffet dinner. In the evenings at the resort, The Lagoon Saloon opens for fun and<br />

laughter; a place to swap fishing stories, taste a local brew or play a game of pool. (Meals:<br />

Lunch, Dinner)<br />

Day 3: After an early breakfast, meet your guide to head out for a full day of fishing. Off<br />

the island’s craggy western shore, a nutrient-rich spring runoff and a confluence of ocean<br />

currents create an ideal habitat for seasonal runs of king or silver salmon, as well as halibut,<br />

lingcod, and more. Return to the resort this afternoon. (B,L,D)<br />

Day 4: Today could be the day you reel in the fish that makes the King of Kings Salmon<br />

Tournament leaderboard! Following the excursion, return to the resort for dinner. (B,L,D)<br />

Day 5: Take an early morning opportunity to increase your bounty or choose to relax and<br />

enjoy the views. Return in time for the catch to be trimmed and packaged. Enjoy lunch<br />

before boarding the floatplane to return to Ketchikan for a two-night stay. (B,L)<br />

Day 6: Sightseeing opportunities abound today in Ketchikan. Choose to stroll the<br />

boarded walkways along famous Creek Street, glide along the Misty Fjords, take to<br />

the tree-tops on the Bear Creek Zipline or visit nearby Saxman Totem Village*. Enjoy a<br />

Farewell Dinner with the group this evening. (B,D)<br />

Day 7: Transfer to the airport in Ketchikan for your flights home. (B)<br />

*Additional costs apply for optional excursions.<br />

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ALASKA’S NATIONAL PARKS<br />

Anchorage • Denali National Park • Talkeetna • Seward • Kenai Fjords National Park<br />

August 20-27, <strong>2020</strong> • 8 Days<br />

This <strong>Alaska</strong>n land adventure tour is a great introduction to the national parks of America’s Last Frontier<br />

and the state’s most popular wildlife! In fact, wildlife watching is a highlight of this trip: Watch for moose,<br />

caribou, mountain goats, bears, whales, sea lions, bald eagles, puffins and hundreds of other bird species.<br />

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:<br />

• Two nights in Denali National<br />

Park including a Tundra<br />

Wilderness Tour deep into the<br />

park<br />

• Scenic wildlife and glacier cruise<br />

in Kenai Fjords National Park<br />

• Ride deluxe dome railcars from<br />

Denali National Park to Talkeetna<br />

• Deluxe hotels including the<br />

Talkeetna <strong>Alaska</strong>n Lodge with<br />

views of Denali and the <strong>Alaska</strong><br />

Range<br />

Price: $4,799 p/p double • $5,659 single.<br />

Documents Required: Valid U.S. government<br />

issued photo I.D.; Deposit per person: $300;<br />

Final Payment: 5/22/20; Cancellation Policy:<br />

Booking-91 days: $150; 90-0 Days – No Refund;<br />

Optional Trip Insurance through Travel Insured. To<br />

purchase, call your <strong>Ambassadair</strong> Travel Counselor.<br />

Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis,<br />

escorted, 7 nights hotel accommodations, 10<br />

meals, sightseeing and admissions per itinerary,<br />

ground transportation (motorcoach, dome<br />

railcar). Trip #7985<br />

Itinerary<br />

Thu, Aug 20: Fly to Anchorage, <strong>Alaska</strong>. Meet your <strong>Alaska</strong> guide and transfer to the hotel.<br />

Fri, Aug 21: Board the motorcoach for a journey north to Denali National Park. The<br />

route takes you along the scenic Parks highway where you will make several stops<br />

along the way. Watch for a glimpse of majestic Denali and wildlife. A Welcome Dinner is<br />

included this evening. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)<br />

Sat, Aug 22: Travel deep into Denali National Park on the Tundra Wilderness Tour and<br />

search the vast wilderness for bears, moose, caribou, and Dall sheep. This six-to-eighthour<br />

journey is narrated, allowing for insight into the flora and fauna. Return to the hotel<br />

and explore Denali at your leisure by either participating in a complimentary park service<br />

activity or optional tour.* Choose from river rafting, flightseeing, a jet boat safari on the<br />

Nenana River, or a visit to an Iditarod champion’s dog kennel.* (B,S)<br />

Sun, Aug 23: This morning will be at leisure for optional tours.* Then transfer to the<br />

Denali Rail Depot to board a deluxe dome railcar for a scenic rail journey south to the<br />

quaint town of Talkeetna. (B)<br />

Mon, Aug 24: Board a motorcoach for today’s grand adventure to Seward, gateway to<br />

Kenai Fjords National Park. As you travel along the scenic Turnagain Arm, keep an eye out<br />

for Dall sheep high up in the rocky cliffs, as well as moose, bears, and eagles. (B)<br />

Tue, Aug 25: Board a glacier and wildlife cruise and travel through majestic Kenai Fjords<br />

National Park. Pass by the face of a glacier and keep your eyes open for seals, sea lions,<br />

sea otters, whales, walrus, bears, eagles, puffins, and more. (B,L)<br />

Wed, Aug 26: Travel by motorcoach to Anchorage. Enjoy a brief city tour, which includes<br />

the historic downtown district and Anchorage Museum. Tonight, enjoy a group Farewell<br />

Dinner. (B,D)<br />

Thu, Aug 27: Transfer to the Anchorage airport and fly home. (B)<br />

*Additional costs apply for optional excursions.<br />

For alternate departure dates or departure cities, please call us at: (317) 581-1122 | (800) 225-9919<br />

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CANADIAN ROCKIES BY RAIL<br />

Calgary • Yoho National Park • Banff National Park • Lake Louise • Athabasca Glacier • Kamloops • Vancouver<br />

August 8-15, <strong>2020</strong> • 8 Days<br />

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Travel by train taking in views of snow-capped mountains, glacial lakes, and the unspoiled wilderness<br />

of Canada. Spend two days aboard the Rocky Mountaineer enjoying the SilverLeaf service. Day trips take<br />

you to unforgettable Lake Louise and along one of the world’s most spectacular roads, the Icefields Parkway.<br />

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:<br />

• Panoramic helicopter tour<br />

• Banff Gondola ride<br />

• Glacier Skywalk and Ice<br />

Explorer excursion on<br />

Athabasca Glacier<br />

• Ride the train through the<br />

Spiral Tunnels<br />

• 2-day SilverLeaf rail service<br />

on the Rocky Mountaineer<br />

from Banff to Vancouver<br />

• All daylight train travel<br />

• Dome coach with<br />

oversized windows<br />

• Captivating narration<br />

from onboard host<br />

• Regionally inspired<br />

gourmet meals serviced<br />

at your seat<br />

• Complimentary<br />

alcoholic and nonalcoholic<br />

beverages and<br />

gourmet snacks<br />

• Onboard gratuities<br />

• Vancouver sightseeing tour<br />

Itinerary<br />

Sat, Aug 8: Fly to Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Transfer to the Delta Calgary<br />

Downtown and enjoy the day at leisure.<br />

Sun, Aug 9: Depart Calgary via motorcoach concluding in Banff. Stop for<br />

a helicopter tour with incredible views of the Rockies. See Bow Falls, Lake<br />

Minnewanka, Surprise Corner, and the Hoodoos. Enjoy breathtaking views of the<br />

Rocky Mountains with a gondola ride to an elevation of almost 7,500 feet. Check in<br />

to the Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa for the next three nights.<br />

Mon, Aug 10: Today’s touring includes Yoho National Park and Banff National<br />

Park. Visit Lake Louise, often known as the “Jewel of the Canadian Rockies,” where<br />

the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise proudly stands at one end and the Victoria<br />

Glacier reflects off the other. Marvel at Emerald Lake and stop at the Spiral Tunnels<br />

viewpoint, where three lines of railway are laid at different elevations to cross the<br />

Kicking Horse River on four bridges.<br />

Tue, Aug 11: Travel along one of the most scenic highways in the world, the<br />

Icefields Parkway. Visit the Columbia Icefield and take an Ice Explorer excursion to<br />

the middle of the Athabasca Glacier and learn about how it was formed and its<br />

geological features. Step out onto the Glacier Skywalk, a glass platform that features<br />

the only unobstructed, completely accessible glacier view in the world! Return to<br />

Banff for one last night.<br />

Wed, Aug 12: Board the Rocky Mountaineer and travel to Kamloops in the heart of<br />

British Columbia interior. Travel across ranchlands, along rocky lakeshores, over high<br />

mountain passes, and through the remarkable tunnels that form part of the rich rail<br />

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history of the Canadian Rockies. Today’s highlights include Craigellachie —<br />

where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven, the climb<br />

over Rogers Pass, Kicking Horse Canyon, the Spiral Tunnels, and the glaciers<br />

and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Overnight in Kamloops*<br />

(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch)<br />

Thu, Aug 13: Your rail journey continues towards the Pacific Ocean and the<br />

coastal city of Vancouver. See dramatic changes in scenery, from the desertlike<br />

environment of the Interior, through winding river canyons and pristine<br />

forests, to the Coast and Cascade Mountains and the lush green fields of the<br />

Fraser Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the<br />

Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon.<br />

End in Vancouver for a two-night stay at the Sheraton Wall Centre. (B,L)<br />

Fri, Aug 14: Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Vancouver. Take a gondola at<br />

Grouse Mountain for breathtaking views of the city, ocean, and surrounding<br />

mountains, and visit Capilano Suspension Bridge to walk across the world’s<br />

longest suspension foot bridge perched 230 feet above Capilano Canyon<br />

and a thriving coastal rainforest. The evening is yours to explore at leisure.<br />

Sat, Aug 15: Transfer to the Vancouver Airport and fly home. Or, book the<br />

Inside Passage Cruise and continue on to explore <strong>Alaska</strong>! (See page 14-15)<br />

*All hotels in Kamloops offer moderate accommodations.<br />

COMPLETE PACKAGE<br />

Price Per Person<br />

Double $4,999<br />

Single $6,329<br />

Documents Required: Valid Passport; Deposit per person: $600; Final Payment: 5/8/20 ; Cancellation Policy: Booking-<br />

251 Days: $150; 250-91 Days $600; 90-0 Days: No Refund; Optional Trip Insurance through Travel Insured. To purchase, call your<br />

<strong>Ambassadair</strong> Travel Counselor.<br />

HAVE MORE TIME FOR VACATION?<br />

Our Inside Passage Cruise is the<br />

perfect post-trip addition – see<br />

pages 14-15 for details.<br />

Trip Includes: roundtrip air from Indianapolis, escorted, 7 nights hotel accommodations, 4 meals, sightseeing and<br />

admissions per itinerary, ground transportation (motorcoach, dome railcar). Trip # 7936<br />

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ALASKA’S NORTHERN LIGHTS & IDITAROD<br />

Anchorage • Willow • Whittier • Talkeetna • Chena Hot Springs • Fairbanks<br />

March 4-13, <strong>2020</strong> • 10 Days<br />

©Elizabeth Ruggiero<br />

A winter adventure awaits in <strong>Alaska</strong>! Be there for the start of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race®, then set off in<br />

search of the northern lights with exciting adventures and breathtaking views along the way. Unwind in quirky<br />

Talkeetna and at Chena Hot Springs Resort, located under one of the most active bands of aurora activity.<br />

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:<br />

• 2 nights at Chena Hot<br />

Springs Resort with<br />

opportunity to see the<br />

northern lights<br />

• Glacier cruise to the face of<br />

two tidewater glaciers<br />

• Aurora Winter Train from<br />

Talkeetna to Fairbanks<br />

• Dog mushing experience<br />

• Ceremonial and official<br />

starts of the Iditarod Trail<br />

Sled Dog Race<br />

• Attend the Mushers<br />

Banquet<br />

• Visit the headquarters of the<br />

Iditarod<br />

• Mountain side<br />

accommodations at<br />

Talkeetna <strong>Alaska</strong>n Lodge<br />

Itinerary<br />

Wed, Mar 4: Arrive in Anchorage, <strong>Alaska</strong>. Check in to the Hilton Anchorage for four<br />

nights.<br />

Thu, Mar 5: Travel to Willow to visit an Iditarod team kennel and ride along trails<br />

that have trained multiple winning teams. Meet the dogs and learn how they are<br />

hooked up before heading out on the trail for a 5-7 mile ride. This evening, mingle<br />

with mushers and other race enthusiasts at the Iditarod gala known as the Mushers<br />

Banquet. Watch as the starting places are drawn, enjoy dinner, and celebrate “The<br />

Last Great Race.” (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)<br />

Fri, Mar 6: Travel along the scenic Turnagain Arm to Whittier for an amazing<br />

glacier cruise to the face of two tidewater glaciers. See the numerous waterfalls and<br />

hanging glaciers as you cruise among the sheer cliff walls and wide glacier out wash<br />

streams. You may also get a glimpse of sea otters and harbor seals that make their<br />

home in this part of the sound. (B)<br />

Sat, Mar 7: Excitement begins for race fans and mushers on 4th Avenue at the<br />

ceremonial start of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race®. Visit the <strong>Alaska</strong> Native Heritage<br />

Center to learn about <strong>Alaska</strong>’s indigenous cultures and traditional ways of life. (B,D)<br />

Sun, Mar 8: Travel to Willow to see the official start of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog<br />

Race®. A tradition since 1973, the race follows the Iditarod Trail, a dogsled highway<br />

that was designed in the 1920s to transport supplies and medicine. Visit the Iditarod<br />

Race Headquarters then travel to Talkeetna. Check in to the Talkeetna <strong>Alaska</strong>n<br />

Lodge, offering majestic views of the tallest peak in North America — Denali! Be sure<br />

to keep an eye to the sky for an opportunity to view the aurora borealis. (B)<br />

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Mon, Mar 9: Visit the Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station, where every<br />

climber must check in before heading off to climb the 20,310-foot Denali,<br />

and the Talkeetna Historical Society Museum. Partake in activities available<br />

at the lodge or explore the town. Perhaps you’ll want to book a snowmobile<br />

tour, hike, or simply enjoy the view as you relax next to the 46-foot river rock<br />

fireplace in the lodge. (B,L)<br />

Tue, Mar 10: Depart on the Aurora Winter Train for Fairbanks, arriving in the<br />

evening. Traverse the <strong>Alaska</strong> Range and enjoy stunning views of panoramic<br />

vistas, wildlife, river valleys, and rocky gorges. Transfer to Chena Hot<br />

Springs Resort for a two night stay. (B)<br />

Wed, Mar 11: Soak in the natural hot springs, visit the Aurora Ice Museum,<br />

and consider the variety of optional activities available from flightseeing<br />

and snowmobiling to cross country skiing and snowshoeing. Tonight, book<br />

an optional snowcoach tour or walk up the hill to the Aurorium, a heated<br />

log cabin with large, northeast facing windows, to view the northern lights<br />

(conditions permitting). (B)<br />

Thu, Mar 12: Transfer to Fairbanks and visit the World Ice Art<br />

Championships, an astonishing array of ice sculptures. Enjoy a Farewell<br />

Meal before departing for home (overnight flight). (B,D)<br />

Fri, Mar 13: Arrive home.<br />

©akphotograph.com<br />

©www.arctic-photography.com<br />

LAND ONLY<br />

Price Per Person<br />

Double $3,179<br />

Single $3,899<br />

Documents Required: Valid U.S. government issued photo I.D.; Deposit per person: $300; Final Payment: 01/03/20;<br />

Cancellation Policy: Booking-61 Days: $150; 60-0 Days: No Refund; Optional Trip Insurance through Travel Insured. To<br />

purchase, call your <strong>Ambassadair</strong> Travel Counselor.<br />

Trip Includes: escorted, 8 nights hotel accommodations, 12 meals, sightseeing and admissions per itinerary, ground<br />

transportation. Trip # 7957<br />

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HELP PROTECT YOUR TRIP WITH<br />

TRAVEL INSURED PROTECTION PLANS.<br />

With non-age based pricing, the plan cost is determined<br />

from trip cost alone. Talk to your Amabassadair Travel<br />

Counselor to purchase trip insurance for your <strong>Alaska</strong> trip!<br />

Contact us today: 317.581.1122 | info@ambassadair.com<br />

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Terms of Service August 2019<br />

For Grueninger Cruises and Tours, Inc., (d/b/a <strong>Ambassadair</strong>, Grueninger<br />

Music Tours, <strong>Ambassadair</strong> Groups and Incentives, Grueninger Tours,<br />

Grueninger Travel Group) (collectively “Grueninger.”)<br />

PRICE Prices are in U.S. dollars and are based on operating<br />

costs, fuel prices, taxes, and exchange rates at the time<br />

of contracting with suppliers. Should these increase, you<br />

may be notified and asked to pay these additional costs.<br />

All prices are subject to change without notice. Airfares<br />

are subject to change within 90 days prior to departure. At<br />

that time, air space may be released, and the price could<br />

revert to the available price at the time of booking. Prices<br />

listed in this publication are per person based on two<br />

people sharing a room (double occupancy) or one person<br />

(single occupancy). For triple, child, and other pricing refer<br />

to our website or contact a Grueninger Travel Counselor.<br />

Room occupancy limits vary among hotel properties and/<br />

or destinations. Triple rooms are based on three people<br />

sharing two beds; rollaway beds are not included in the<br />

price. Package prices do not include any fees or service<br />

charges other than those listed in the tour itinerary. The<br />

detailed itinerary with specific inclusions can be found at<br />

ambassadair.com.<br />

All airfare and departure taxes are included unless this<br />

is not allowed by the country to be visited. The package<br />

price includes round trip airfare from Indianapolis (unless<br />

otherwise noted), all accommodations, airport transfers<br />

or touring by motorcoach transportation, sightseeing and<br />

admissions, meals, hotel baggage handling (one suitcase<br />

per person), and gratuities for included meals as noted in<br />

the itinerary.<br />

Cruise pricing includes all taxes and fees at the time of<br />

print. If there is more than one departure date, the price<br />

listed is based on the least expensive option. Complete<br />

pricing may be found at ambassadair.com or by calling a<br />

Travel Counselor. We reserve the right to re-invoice you in<br />

case an error is made in computing your price. We cannot<br />

be responsible for typographical errors, misprints, and<br />

misquotes.<br />

The “Package with Air” price includes round-trip airfare<br />

from Indianapolis unless otherwise noted (including<br />

current taxes and fuel surcharges, subject to change). If<br />

there is an increase you will be notified prior to departure.<br />

“Land Only” prices can be found online at ambassadair.<br />

com and do not include air travel, airline fees, airport or<br />

departure taxes, or transfers.<br />

We are not responsible for air arrangements you have<br />

made on your own. Grueninger reserves the right to<br />

cancel or re-schedule any tour departure. Grueninger’s<br />

only liability will be to refund to the passenger the<br />

amount it has received for the “Land Only” booking<br />

(less any applicable fees). Any air tickets or other travel<br />

arrangements purchased outside of the complete<br />

Grueninger “Package with Air” will not be the liability of<br />

Grueninger in the case of trip cancellation or schedule<br />

change.<br />

PRICE EXCLUSIONS Package prices do not include any<br />

items other than those listed in the tour itinerary. Visas,<br />

passport fees, incidental charges (snacks, laundry, phone<br />

calls, WIFI, etc.), beverages, meals not mentioned, items<br />

of a personal nature and gratuities for your travel director,<br />

motorcoach driver, hotel housekeepers, or cruise ship<br />

staff are not included. Airline fees such as checked and/or<br />

excess baggage or seat selections are not included.<br />

RESERVATIONS & PAYMENT Based on the price of the<br />

trip, a per person deposit of $150 or greater is required<br />

to confirm your reservation. Upon confirmation of<br />

reservation, balance of payment is due 60 to 90 days prior<br />

to departure date, or earlier if specified. Deposit amounts<br />

and final payment dates vary by trip, and details can be<br />

found on the specific trip page at ambassadair.com. For<br />

reservations made within the final payment date, full<br />

payment is due immediately; a deposit or full payment<br />

may be taken if you are placed on a waitlist. All checks and<br />

money orders should be made payable to <strong>Ambassadair</strong><br />

or Grueninger Travel Group. We also accept MasterCard,<br />

Visa, and Discover. Grueninger reserves the right to cancel<br />

any reservation and imposed cancellation charges if any<br />

payment Is not received per the payment schedule found<br />

on the specific trip page at ambassadair.com.<br />

CANCELLATION & REFUND You have the right to cancel<br />

your reservation and receive a full refund, less a per<br />

person cancellation fee, any time prior to final payment.<br />

Trip cancellation fees and final payment dates vary by<br />

trip, and details can be found on the specific trip page<br />

at mbassadair.com. Participants who cancel within the<br />

penalty date will forfeit the total amount of the reservation.<br />

All refunds will be processed according to the manner in<br />

which you paid. Unless stated otherwise in these terms<br />

and conditions, please allow thirty (30) days for refunds<br />

to be processed. Grueninger reserves the right to cancel<br />

any reservation and imposed cancellation charges if<br />

any payment is not received per the payment schedule<br />

found on the specific trip page at ambassadair.com. To<br />

avoid cancellation fees, we recommend optional Travel<br />

Protection or Cancellation Waiver.<br />

TRAVEL PROTECTION/CANCELLATION WAIVER Optional<br />

Travel Protection may be purchased and is strongly<br />

recommended. Travel Protection is through Travel Insured<br />

International and must be purchased with Grueninger no<br />

later than at the time of final payment. Travel Protection<br />

with Cancel for Any Reason (CFAR) must be purchased<br />

within 14 days of the initial trip deposit. Coverage includes<br />

Trip Cancellation/Trip Interruption, Emergency Medical<br />

and Emergency Medical Evacuation/Repatriation, Trip<br />

Delay, Baggage Delay and much more. This is a brief<br />

description of benefits; certain terms, conditions, limitation<br />

and exclusions apply. You may request a copy of the Group<br />

Deluxe Travel Protection Plan Description of Coverage<br />

prior to purchase by contacting a Grueninger Travel<br />

Counselor. Grueninger cannot be held responsible for<br />

policies enforced by Travel Insured. The Travel Protection<br />

Plan is underwritten by United States Fire Insurance<br />

Company.<br />

For trips that Travel Protection is not offered including<br />

charter flights and motorcoach day trips, Cancellation<br />

Waiver is offered. This covers any penalties incurred by<br />

changes or cancellation up to 24 hours prior to departure<br />

of air and/or ground components. It does not cover trip<br />

protection fees, non-refundable optional tours, one-way<br />

travel, or voluntary changes made to your plans that<br />

result in a price increase. The Cancellation Waiver may<br />

only be purchased at the time of booking and is valid for<br />

new bookings only on selected trips. If the Cancellation<br />

Waiver is desired, it must be purchased by each paying<br />

passenger on the reservation and each person sharing<br />

accommodations.<br />

CHANGES Any changes you make regarding your<br />

reservation are subject to a $50 per person change fee<br />

plus any applicable cancellation charges or increases in the<br />

package price.<br />

ITINERARIES Grueninger continually strives to improve<br />

travel itineraries. If such improvements can be made we<br />

reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels.<br />

If unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make<br />

changes necessary, we will make every effort to substitute<br />

hotels and venues of similar standard and location<br />

whenever possible.<br />

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS Final documents will be issued by mail<br />

or electronically approximately 10-14 days prior to departure.<br />

Documents will not be delivered without full payment on a<br />

reservation. It is the Participant’s sole responsibility to review<br />

these documents for accuracy. Grueninger will not be liable<br />

for inaccuracies in any travel documents<br />

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REQUIREMENTS Participant is responsible for obtaining<br />

the appropriate identification and documentation to<br />

travel by air domestically or internationally. Grueninger’s<br />

cancellation penalties will apply if the traveler cancels the<br />

trip because they are unable to obtain the appropriate<br />

identification (I.e. passports, visas). Regulations specifically<br />

state that all passengers must present a government<br />

issued photo identification when boarding (both ways).<br />

It is the responsibility of the Participant to provide the<br />

correct spelling of their full name as it appears on their<br />

government issued I.D. If their name does not match<br />

the ticket issued, there will be change fees that are the<br />

responsibility of the Participant. Any person who cannot<br />

prove that he or she is the person designated on the<br />

reservation will not be allowed to board the aircraft.<br />

International flights require that you be able to present<br />

a valid U.S. passport as required. We recommend that<br />

your passport has six months validity and at least 3 blank<br />

pages. Non-U.S. citizens should consult the consulate of<br />

host country regarding documentation required. It is the<br />

Participant’s sole responsibility to be aware of the airline<br />

and airport security documentation requirements and to<br />

produce appropriate documentation. Grueninger bears<br />

no responsibility for such information and will not be<br />

responsible for advising and/or obtaining required travel<br />

documentation for any guests, or for any delays, damages<br />

and/or losses including missed portions of the trip due to<br />

improper documentation.<br />

CANADA TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS Any person may be<br />

denied entry to Canada for reasons including, but not<br />

limited to, security risks, health issues, financial condition,<br />

and involvement in criminal activity (regardless of degree<br />

or length of time since such crimes occurred) such as DUI,<br />

DWI, reckless driving, negligent driving, misdemeanor<br />

drug possession, all felonies, domestic violence,<br />

shoplifting, theft, and other crimes. It is recommended that<br />

a person who has ever been charged with, or convicted of<br />

a crime obtain the necessary approval documents before<br />

attempting to enter Canada. To learn more about applying<br />

for and receiving these approvals and corresponding<br />

documentation, we strongly recommend that you visit the<br />

following website or details regarding the requirements<br />

and process: www. cic.gc.ca/english/information/<br />

inadmissibility/index.asp. This is only a guide. A Canadian<br />

immigration officer will decide if you can enter Canada<br />

when you arrive at a port of entry.<br />

CHILDREN TRAVELING Children 17 and under must be<br />

accompanied by an adult. Federal Air Regulations require<br />

that any child over the age of 24 months must occupy a<br />

separate seat. A birth certificate is required to validate age<br />

of all infants under age two. Reduced prices for children<br />

on ground packages are based on children sharing a room<br />

with two adults. Passports are required for all international<br />

travel regardless of age. For Aruba and all Mexican<br />

destinations, any child 17 years or younger not traveling<br />

with both parents is required to carry a Parental Consent<br />

Form or permission letter signed by both parents and<br />

notarized at time of check-in.<br />

BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE & LIABILITY Baggage allowance<br />

and fees vary and are not covered in the cost of the trip.<br />

For specific allowances and fees, see airline and refer to<br />

Grueninger’s documents, issued approximately 10-14 days<br />

before the trip. Questions regarding baggage restrictions<br />

on commercial carriers should be directed to that<br />

particular airline.<br />

AIR CARRIERS All trips are via commercial air carriers unless<br />

otherwise noted. Grueninger acts as a sales agent for air<br />

carriers and reserves the right to designate any air carrier,<br />

including commuters and charter services, connecting<br />

routing and schedule from Indianapolis. Tickets issued are<br />

highly restrictive and may not be reissued, revalidated, or<br />

exchanged for another carrier or routing.<br />

AIR SCHEDULE Flight schedules are confirmed by<br />

Grueninger as early as 60 days prior to departure date. A<br />

tentative flight schedule may be given. You will receive<br />

your air schedule with your final documents approximately<br />

10-14 days prior to departure. However, these schedules<br />

and air carriers are subject to change without notice prior<br />

to departure.<br />

SEAT AND ROOM ASSIGNMENTS Seating and room<br />

requests made at the time of booking will be considered;<br />

however, these are requests, not guarantees. Although<br />

your seating preferences are forwarded to the airline, the<br />

airline cannot always honor these requests and pricing<br />

does not include assigned seats.<br />

TRAVEL DIRECTORS All departures designated “Escorted”<br />

with 20 Participants or more will have an Grueninger Travel<br />

Director throughout the trip.<br />

ACTIVITY LEVEL The amount of walking varies according to<br />

the tour. In general, European destinations require more<br />

walking over uneven surfaces. Please call a Grueninger<br />

Travel Counselor who can answer questions regarding the<br />

activity level per trip.<br />

TRAVELERS NEEDING SPECIAL ASSISTANCE Participants<br />

with disabilities are welcome and must always be<br />

accompanied by a companion capable of providing all<br />

required and needed assistance and must not require<br />

special assistance from Grueninger or its suppliers.<br />

The Participant must notify Grueninger regarding any<br />

disabilities, in writing, during the trip reservation process<br />

and of the identity of the non-discounted, paid travel<br />

companion who will be responsible for providing all<br />

necessary assistance. The Participant should notify<br />

Grueninger if ADA accessible accommodations are<br />

needed at the time of reservation. Grueninger will make<br />

all reasonable efforts to accommodate this request,<br />

but cannot be responsible if ADA accommodations<br />

are not available. Any accommodations provided will<br />

be at the sole expense of the participant requiring the<br />

accommodation.<br />

Neither Grueninger nor its partners, nor its suppliers, may<br />

physically lift or assist clients into transportation vehicles.<br />

Any participant that uses oxygen must work with the<br />

airline directly to obtain approval.<br />

For safety and liability reasons, Grueninger and its<br />

representatives cannot be responsible for directly<br />

accommodating any food allergies, or dietary<br />

requirements and restrictions, and is not responsible<br />

for any issues or problems associated with the same. All<br />

scenarios and special dietary requests regarding food and<br />

drink, including allergies, or dietary requirements and<br />

restrictions, are the sole responsibility of the participant.<br />

While most meal establishments can offer general<br />

options, Grueninger cannot guarantee that options will be<br />

available. Just in case, we recommend packing extra food/<br />

snacks if accommodations cannot be met.<br />

PHOTOGRAPHY ON TOUR Grueninger may, at times,<br />

use photographs taken by your Travel Director or fellow<br />

Participants for promotional purposes. If you prefer that<br />

your likeness not be used, please tell your Travel Director<br />

or a Grueninger representative.<br />

SUPPLIERS’ LIABILITIES Grueninger makes arrangements<br />

with air carriers, hotels, car rental companies, and other<br />

independent parties to provide you with travel services<br />

you purchase. These services are subject to the conditions<br />

imposed by these suppliers, and their liability may<br />

be limited by their tariffs, conditions of carriage, and<br />

international agreements.<br />

RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE Neither Grueninger, its affiliated<br />

entities and their employees, shareholders, officers,<br />

directors, successors, agents, and assigns (collectively<br />

Grueninger), own or operate any person or entity which<br />

is to or does provide goods or services for these trips. You<br />

agree to be bound by the conditions of carriage for all<br />

transportation providers. All tickets, receipts, coupons, and<br />

vouchers are issued subject to the terms and conditions<br />

specified by each supplier, and by accepting the coupons,<br />

vouchers, and tickets, or utilizing the services, all customers<br />

agree that neither Grueninger, nor its employees, agents,<br />

or representatives are or may be liable for any loss, injury,<br />

or damage to any tour participant or their belongings,<br />

or otherwise, in connection with any service supplied<br />

or not supplied resulting directly or indirectly from any<br />

occurrence beyond the control of Grueninger. Grueninger<br />

does not maintain control or operate the personal,<br />

equipment, or operations of these suppliers it uses and as<br />

such Grueninger assumes no responsibility for and cannot<br />

be held liable for any personal injury, death, property<br />

damage or other loss, accident, delay, inconvenience,<br />

or irregularity which may be occasioned by reason of<br />

(1) any wrongful, negligent, willful or unauthorized acts<br />

or omissions on the part of any of the suppliers or other<br />

employees or agents, (2) any defect in or failure of any<br />

vehicle, equipment, or instrument owned, operated<br />

or otherwise used by any of these suppliers, or (3) any<br />

wrongful, willful or negligent act or omission on the<br />

part of any other party. Without limiting the foregoing,<br />

Grueninger accepts no responsibility for any risk or<br />

resulting injury, criminal activity, weather or other acts of<br />

God, accidents, disease, epidemics or the threat thereof,<br />

illness, the provision of inappropriate or no medical<br />

attention or access to appropriate medical attention, the<br />

demands of indoor or outdoor activities, strikes, political<br />

or civil unrest, overbooking, structural or other defective<br />

conditions in hotels or other lodging facilities, acts of<br />

terrorism or the threat thereof, insurrection or revolt, or<br />

any other event beyond its direct control.<br />

No refunds will be made for features in the trip not<br />

utilized. The cost of replacing lost or stolen tickets is the<br />

responsibility of the passenger. If a flight or transfer by<br />

motorcoach or train is missed, whether by weather or<br />

other conditions beyond Grueninger’s control, participant<br />

is responsible to make his or her own arrangements and<br />

to pay all charges associated therewith. Participant’s<br />

retention of tickets, reservations, or bookings after<br />

issuance shall constitute consent to the above. Grueninger<br />

issues airline tickets, hotel confirmations, and other<br />

travel documents for such services as an agent for the<br />

companies that provided these services directly. Airline<br />

tickets and hotel accommodations are subject to all terms<br />

and conditions of the respective suppliers (airlines, hotel<br />

chains, etc.) regarding travel. These suppliers may limit or<br />

exclude the accrual of frequent flyer or reward program<br />

points.<br />

Both the U.S. State Department and the Centers for Disease<br />

Control publish and update important country-specific<br />

information for travelers. We strongly recommend that<br />

you review them. They can presently be found at: https://<br />

travelstate.gov/content/passports/en/alertswarnings.html<br />

and https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices.<br />

Grueninger in its sole discretion reserves the right to<br />

decline to accept any participant as a member of these<br />

trips. Grueninger reserves the right in its sole discretion<br />

to terminate any participant who does not abide by its<br />

rules and regulations, and/or whose conduct is deemed<br />

to be such as to endanger the participant, the success<br />

of the program, or the welfare of other participants,<br />

staff members and/or third parties. In the event of<br />

such termination, the participant will be sent home at<br />

the expense of the participant and his or her parent or<br />

guardian. The manner and means of transporting the<br />

participant home shall be determined exclusively by<br />

Grueninger. In the event of such termination, there will<br />

be no refund whatsoever. The participant is personally<br />

liable to Grueninger for any damages caused by improper<br />

conduct. Grueninger may cancel any trip because of<br />

insufficient enrollment or for any other reason. The terms<br />

set forth in this agreement constitute the entire agreement<br />

between participant and Grueninger. Any amendment to<br />

this agreement must be made in writing and signed by<br />

both parties.<br />

Participants agree to hold Grueninger harmless for<br />

himself/herself/their self and his/her/their heirs and any<br />

of their minors, guests, and invitees and acknowledges<br />

the inherent risks involved in the use of the hotel’s<br />

swimming pool and/or body of water, which risks include,<br />

but are not limited to bodily injury, sickness, disease<br />

or death from using the swimming pool or body of<br />

water. Participants also acknowledge and understand<br />

that use of the swimming pool or body of water by the<br />

participants is potentially dangerous and that the type<br />

of injury or damage described above can occur when<br />

using the swimming pool or body of water. PARTICIPANTS<br />

UNDERSTAND THERE WILL BE NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY<br />

AND IF THE PARTICIPANTS CHOOSE TO SWIM, THEY WILL<br />

DO SO AT THEIR OWN RISK.<br />

Participants hereby releases Grueninger, its staff and<br />

management, from any liability and/or responsibility for<br />

possible damage done by the Participant to the Hotel,<br />

or any other facility used during the tour, including:<br />

buses; vehicles, the various attraction facilities and/or<br />

performance facilities. Participant understands that full<br />

responsibility for damage, if such is incurred, rests entirely<br />

with the Participant to settle any claims, resulting from said<br />

damage, directly with the claimant.<br />

SEVERABILITY If any provision of these terms and<br />

conditions shall be held unenforceable, such provision<br />

shall be struck and the remainder shall remain enforceable.<br />

CHOICE OF LAW This agreement is governed in all respects<br />

by the laws of the state of Indiana without regard to<br />

conflicts of law principles. All Participant claims must be<br />

submitted in writing and received by Grueninger no later<br />

than sixty (60) days after the completion of the Grueninger<br />

trip. Participant claims not submitted and received within<br />

this time shall be deemed waived and barred.<br />

<strong>Ambassadair</strong>, a division of Grueninger Travel Group<br />

9011 N. Meridian Street<br />

Suite 100<br />

Indianapolis, IN 46260<br />

317.581.1122 | 800.225.9919 | www.ambassadair.com<br />

For alternate departure dates or departure cities, please call us at: (317) 581-1122 | (800) 225-9919 25


PRSRT STD<br />

U.S. POSTAGE<br />

PAID<br />

INDIANAPOLIS, IN<br />

PERMIT #602<br />

9011 North Meridian Street, Suite 100<br />

Indianapolis, Indiana 46260<br />

317.581.1122 | 800.225.9919<br />

ambassadair.com<br />

COME DISCOVER<br />

AMBASSADAIR’S<br />

<strong>2020</strong> ALASKA TRIPS<br />

THURSDAY, AUGUST 22 @ 6:30 p.m.<br />

RITZ CHARLES<br />

12156 NORTH MERIDIAN STREET<br />

CARMEL, IN 46032<br />

PLEASE RSVP: 317.581.1122 | 800.225.9919 | info@ambassadair.com<br />

ambassadair.com/alaska<strong>2020</strong>

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