New Itinerary By Un-Cruise Adventures Explores Washington State’s
Islands and Shoreline
Seattle, WA,
–Beginning spring 2014, active travelers seeking to explore Washington
State’s coastal shores from South Hood Canal to Olympic Peninsula and
San Juan Islands, may choose a weeklong expedition with Un-Cruise Adventures aboard an expedition vessel. Weeklong cruises sail roundtrip Seattle, WA and include adventure activities.
The new itinerary, Explore! Olympic Wilderness & San Juan Islands,
explores South Hood Canal, Olympic Mountains, Quilcene Bay, Deception
Pass, San Juan Islands, Lopez Island, Orcas Island, the towns of Port
Townsend and Friday Harbor, and Sucia Island, Washington. Thirteen
departures in 2014 sail from April 5-May 3 and September 13-November 1,
2014.
An Active Adventure,
the 60-guest Wilderness Adventurer expedition vessel carries a full
complement of adventure gear for kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding,
hiking and skiff excursions. A custom made kayak launching system
allows four kayaks at once to quickly and safely launch off a stable
platform.
“The
inlets and islands in Puget Sound and the Salish Sea are incredibly
scenic and ideal for adventure travelers,” said Dan Blanchard, CEO and
principal for Un-Cruise Adventures. “We can hike a mountain trail in the
morning, pick up anchor and be kayaking among islands in the
afternoon.”
Highlights
of the itinerary include hiking in the Olympic Mountains, Mt.
Constitution and Washington State Parks. Waterborne expeditions by
kayaks, skiffs and paddle boards explore glacial fjords and the San Juan
archipelago. In Quilcene Bay, a local family hosts a home-grown oyster
and clam tasting. Guests enjoy free time in scenic Friday Harbor and
discover Native cultures in Port Townsend.
Travelers
spend the week searching out and seeing marine life and seabirds up
close. Gray whales, orcas, seals, sea lions, bald eagles and tufted
puffins are all found in the area. A knowledgeable team of expedition
guides leads excursions and provides interpretation along the way.
After
a full day of adventure, guests may enjoy a soak in the hot tub. Yoga
classes take place on deck each morning. The vessel has fitness
equipment, a resource/DVD library and massage is available for a fee.
An underwater camera mounted on the ship’s bow streams video from the
underwater world to flatscreen televisions in all guest rooms and the
lounge. Healthy and hearty meals feature fresh ingredients including
locally sourced produce and seafood.
A Washington craft beer theme cruise
scheduled for the April 19, 2014 departure features guest experts
Kendall Jones and Kim Sharpe Jones, authorities on the Seattle craft
beer scene. Guests will enjoy nightly tastings of select craft beer from
nearby breweries aboard the vessel, presentations by the Jones’ and
beer recommendations matching the evening’s dinner menu.
Rates
for the weeklong adventure begin at US$1,595 per person, double
occupancy. Charters and group bookings are available. To book or to
request additional information, contact your travel agent or Un-Cruise
Adventures at 888-862-8881 or sales@un-cruise.com.
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About Un-Cruise Adventures |formerly InnerSea Discoveries + American Safari Cruises
Un-Cruise Adventures’
fleet of eight vessels carries 22-88 guests on Active, Luxury and
Heritage Adventures. Destinations include Alaska, Hawaiian Islands,
Mexico’s Sea of Cortés, Columbia & Snake Rivers, and Coastal
Washington & British Columbia. Un-Cruise Adventures, under the
parent company of InnerSea Discoveries, is a member of Trusted Adventures, dedicated to the highest standards of small-group travel and to giving back to the places visited.
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