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N ORT H PA CI FIC PA SS A G E T O K Y O – V A N C O U V E R o r v i ce v e r s a 2 3 D A Y S | 8 G U I D E D T O U R S | 3 C O U N T R I E S DISCOVER WHERE EAST AND WEST CONVERGE. Unravel the mysteries of Japan. Experience Tokyo, the capital of Japan, and the world's most populous metropolis. Cross the Bering Sea, tracing the legendary path of the fi rst human migration to the Americas. In Alaska, cruise into glacier-strewn, mountain- ringed bays, stopping in frontier towns to hear stories of trappers and lumberjacks. Overnight stays in Tokyo and Sapporo help you explore in more depth. TO K YO, JA PA N D A Y 14 C R U I S E T H E G U L F O F A L A S K A Enjoy a workout session in the Fitness Centre or authentic Norwegian fare at Mamsen's gourmet deli for lunch. D A Y 15 K O D I A K , A L A S K A , U S A Enjoy the compelling setting of Kodiak while learning about the city's booming fi shing industry or the lives of the Alutiiq natives. D A Y 16 S E W A R D , A L A S K A , U S A Discover this modest seaport, renowned as the starting point of the world-famous Iditarod dogsled race. D A Y 17 V A L D E Z , A L A S K A , U S A Explore this small fi shing town's rich past at your leisure, following your own interests. Visit the superb Columbia Tidal Glacier in Prince William Sound or paddle a kayak between exquisite icebergs. D A Y 18 C R U I S E Y A K U T A T B A Y Cruise into majestic Yakutat Bay to witness some of Alaska's most breathtaking and pristine glacier scenery. D A Y 19 S C E N I C S A I L I N G : G L A C I E R B A Y Celebrate the Tlingit culture during cultural presentations or join a whale-watching excursion. D A Y 20 S I T K A , A L A S K A , U S A Glimpse the Russian infl uence in Sitka, once the capital of Russian Alaska. Admire Sitka's fascinating totem poles and immerse yourself in its heritage during your time in this scenic city. D A Y 21 K E T C H I K A N , A L A S K A , U S A Discover Alaska's "fi rst city" by following the footsteps of lumberjacks, fi shermen and ladies of the night. D A Y 22 S C E N I C C R U I S I N G : I N S I D E P A S S A G E Marvel at the natural splendour of Alaska's most scenic waterways, the Inside Passage, watching out for several species of orcas, dolphins, wales, eagles and gulls. D A Y 23 V A N C O U V E R , C A N A D A Disembark your ship and consider extending your stay to explore Vancouver, British Columbia's cultural capital. D A Y 1 T O K Y O , J A P A N Embark and settle into your veranda stateroom with plenty of time to explore your ship. D A Y 2 T O K Y O , J A P A N Explore Tokyo on your own today. Perhaps visit the picturesque garden, Shinjuku Gyoen, or ride the city's famous subway to the Ginza District. D A Y 3 C R U I S E T H E T S U G A R U S T R A I T Cross the Tsugaru Strait today in northern Japan, linking the Sea of Japan and the Pacifi c Ocean. D A Y 4 S A P P O R O ( O T A R U ) , J A P A N Immerse yourself in the fascinating culture of Japan's northern island. Choose to attend a geisha performance. D A Y 5 S A P P O R O ( O T A R U ) , J A P A N On your second day in Sapporo, choose to walk along picturesque Otaru Canal or take part in the time-honoured Japanese custom of hanami, or "fl ower-viewing". D A Y 6-7 C R U I S E T H E S E A O F O K H O T S K Sail the waters of the Sea of Okhotsk while reading a book by the Main Pool or unwind with a visit to the sauna. D A Y 8-10 S A I L T H E N O R T H P A C I F I C O C E A N The crossing of the North Pacifi c Ocean, one of the last great wildernesses on the planet, is one of the most anticipated crossings of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. D A Y 11 C R O S S T H E I N T E R N AT I O N A L D AT E L I N E As you cross the International Date Line today, you will "cruise into yesterday", gaining a day. D A Y 12 C R U I S E T H E B E R I N G S E A Continue cruising the Bering Sea. Join an onboard lecture to learn about the upcoming Alaska ports. D A Y 13 D U T C H H A R B O R , A L A S K A , U S A Head on shore to explore the port on your own, absorbing island heritage in a picturesque island setting surrounded by snow-capped mountains. 186 186 For complete itinerary details and videos, visit viking.com/oceans

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