THURSDAY, JULY 5 —JUNEAU — 1:00PM-11:00PM      (Continued from previous page…)

¨ In 1880, Joe Juneau and Richard Harris were prospecting for gold with the help of Indian guides. Here they discovered nuggets “as large as beans” at the mouth of the aptly named Gold Creek. Out of their discoveries came three of the largest gold digs in the world where more than $150 million in gold was mined. Juneau’s surrounding beauty and natural wonders have attracted cruise ship travelers for over a century, with steamship companies bringing tourists here since the early 1880’s.

¨ The shore excursion MDC is recommending to experience together in Juneau will be the Gold Creek Salmon Bake. You will have the opportunity to participate with MDC or select a personal option from the choices Regent offers as you register for this sailing. If you choose to participate with MDC, you may also select other excursions from the Regent offerings as long as the tour departures do not overlap and the tour desired has availability.

6:05PM—7:35PM—Gold Creek Salmon Bake—Come enjoy an Alaskan feast that will tantalize all of your senses during this taste-tempting tour!

A short transfer from the pier brings you to the Gold Creek Salmon Bake, Alaska's "original" outdoor salmon bake for over 30 years. Upon arrival, you will catch the enticing aroma of wild Alaskan-caught salmon grilling over an open alder wood fire. Your mouth-watering, all-you-can-eat feast in the pristine setting of the forest also includes Cheechako Chicken, White Pass Pasta, Chilkoot Baked Beans, Tongass Wild-Rice Pilaf, a variety of fresh salads, corn bread, clam chowder, lemonade, coffee and tea. All of this topped off with a delicious blueberry cake for dessert. Beer and wine are available for purchase.

Sit back and enjoy the views of a nearby waterfall and the sounds of a local musician as you dine alfresco beside Salmon Creek, which is nestled in the lush foliage of Southeast Alaska's rain forest. Dining under a canopy of translucent domes, you are well-protected rain or shine.

Following your meal, continue your idyllic outdoor experience by roasting marshmallows over a crackling campfire or getting a closer view of the beautiful Salmon Creek waterfall beneath which salmon spawn. You can also see the remnants of the historic Wagner Mine from this location. Before you leave, be sure to have your picture taken with the friendly local mascot, an Alaskan malamute named Mac.

Re-boarding your coach for the return to Juneau, you will no doubt agree that this extraordinary outdoor restaurant experience is truly more that a meal, it's an adventure!

Please note: This tour involves some walking over uneven and natural terrain. The tour is not available to guests who utilize a wheelchair and those guests with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of stamina and ability. Layers of comfortable, weather appropriate clothing that is suited for the outdoors and flat, comfortable walking shoes are suggested. Guests should be prepared for the possibility of rain. Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult parent or guardian.

FRIDAY, JULY 6 — ICY STRAIT POINT (HOONAH) — 7:00AM-11:00PM

¨ MDC is recommending two shore excursions to experience together in this port. Forest Tram and Tribal Dance is included in the free shore excursions offered by Regent. Whale and Marine Mammals Cruise will have a supplement of $179 per person. You will have the opportunity to participate with MDC or select a personal option from the choices Regent offers as you register for this sailing. If you choose to participate with MDC, you may also select other excursions from the Regent offerings as long as the tour departures do not overlap and the tour desired has availability.

8:45AM-11:30AM—Forest Tram and Tribal Dance—Experience the joys of the natural world in a second-growth forest and discover the heritage of the Tlingit Indians through traditional tribal dancing.

Boarding your covered-wheel tram at Icy Strait Point, you will set-off for a trek through lush forest in the sprawling 17-million-acre Tongass National Forest. The towering stands of virgin spruce and hemlock, which have never been logged, are a wonder to behold. The significance of the forest becomes even clearer when your guide describes in detail the delicate balance of its bio-diversity and fascinating geology. During the tram ride, which at times follows the shoreline of Icy Strait, you may spot Sitka Blacktail Deer or brown bear foraging. Another favorite sight is the massive bald eagle nest constructed of dead branches atop a spruce tree.

Upon returning to Icy Strait Point, you will gather at the Heritage Center Theater to watch the Tlingit Indians perform an inspiring tribal dance. The Tlingits have lived in this part of southeastern Alaska for thousands of years and their traditions run deep. They express them beautifully through interpretive songs, dance and storytelling. During the performance, the dancers are dressed in full regalia, including masks and headdresses. It's a wonderful way to absorb the rich history of the Tlingits and appreciate their culture on an even deeper level.

At the conclusion of the performance, you will transfer back to the pier.

Please note: This tour includes limited walking; however, some of it is over gravel surfaces. The tour is available to wheelchair guests who have a collapsible wheelchair and a companion to assist them. Those with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of stamina and ability. Flat, comfortable walking shoes; warm layered clothing and waterproof outerwear is suggested as you may be exposed to the elements. Photography and videotaping are not permitted during the performance.

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