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Backcountry skiing experience in Alaska’s widely celebrated Chugach Mountains
Aboard, The Discovery is a 65’ classic working yacht.
Visit Anchorage Museum of History & Art or the city Park Strip

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Primary:	Downhill Skiing
Other:	Local Culture & Cuisine, museum, Kayaking, Wildlife, cruise

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Ski to Sea Alaska - A Prince William Sound Ski Cruise

Join Alaska Alpine Adventures and Discovery Voyages for an amazing backcountry 7-day skiing cruise throughout the Chugach Mountains in Prince William Sound. Explore and ski hard all day and relax aboard a 65' yacht all night.

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Alaska Alpine Adventures has teamed with Discovery Voyages, Alaska’s finest wilderness cruise operator, to offer an amazing backcountry skiing experience in Alaska’s widely celebrated Chugach Mountains! This trip is all about backcountry skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing in Prince William Sound aboard a private basecamp which happens to be one of the most exclusive motor yachts in Alaska. The Discovery is a 65’ classic working yacht, which has been plying the clear waters of Prince William Sound for more than 25 years under the helm of Captain Dean Rand. Captain Dean (naturalist, master shipwright, conservationist, marine mechanic, and ski enthusiast) has been called one of the most knowledgeable mariners in Prince William Sound and his vessel is as accommodating as it is magnificent.

Our exclusive group of 8 guests and two guides will spend 5 nights and 6 days aboard the Discovery exploring one of the richest marine environments on earth in search of guided first descents, fresh powder, carve-able corn snow, and opportunities to ski from summit to the sea. Anchoring in a new location each day, we’ll journey through the islands, glacier fed fjords, and forested shorelines of Prince William Sound on a reconnaissance for the perfect turn and the quintessential marine mountain experience – returning each evening to enjoy a gourmet feast and a 9:30pm Alaska spring sunset. Join us for a ski-cruise like no other – ski and sea Alaska!

Day 1: Anchorage

Your trip begins today in Anchorage, Alaska. You can arrive at any time and transfer to our bed & breakfast independently. Depending on your arrival time, the remainder of the day is at leisure to relax after your flight or to explore some of the city’s notable sites including the Anchorage Museum of History & Art or the city Park Strip. This evening, you’ll meet your guides at 6pm and head to an orientation dinner at a local restaurant. The orientation will include a discussion of the trip, an introduction to our unique style of Alaska wilderness travel, a familiarization of the principles of Leave No Trace, and a conversation about traveling safely in Alaska’s backcountry. Dinner included.

Day 2: Whittier

This morning, you will meet your guides for breakfast and an orientation at 8am. We’ll then drive south from Anchorage to Whittier. The drive along the Seward Highway has been called one of the most scenic drives in the world. Beluga Whales cruise the waters of Turnagain Arm and glaciers cling to the rugged mountains of the Chugach Range. Our destination, Whittier, a small port town on the shores of Prince William Sound, is the home of the Discovery – our home for the next 5 nights!. Upon our arrival, we’ll board the yacht meet, Captain Dean Rand and his crew, and enjoy an orientation of the vessel and the itinerary. We’ll then motor out of the harbor and head out into the Prince William Sound. All meals included.

Day 3-6: Prince William Sound

We’ll spend these days exploring the waters and mountains of Prince William Sound. Each day will begin with a safety briefing, an avalanche and terrain discussion, and an overview of the day’s route options. We’ll then head out into the mountains in search of good snow, great views, and incredible turns. While we’ll plan on spending 6-8 hours each day in the mountains, but opportunities to return to the Discovery will be given to those who don’t want to spend the entire day outside. The beauty of skiing in Prince William Sound is that there’s a variety of terrain, including great tree skiing for inclement weather days. Evenings will be spent aboard the Discovery celebrating each day’s adventure. There will also be kayaks available for those wanting a more intimate experience with the marine ecosystem of Prince William Sound. All meals included.

Day 7: Anchorage

After enjoying a variety of warm fresh breads, muffins, rolls, fruits, cereals, various warm egg dishes, juices, coffee and tea for breakfast, we’ll be underway by mid morning. The Discovery will return to Whittier by late afternoon where we’ll meet our shuttle van for the transfer back to Anchorage. If you are returning home this evening, please book your homebound flight for anytime after 8pm.

TRIP INCLUDES

All group gear, satellite phone and safety equipment.
Van transportation from Anchorage to Whittier.
5 nights of aboard the Discovery.
Professional guide service at a maximum 4:1 client to guide ratio.
All meals from lunch on day one through breakfast on the final day of the itinerary.
Storage for your extra travel items while in the field.

TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE

Lodging in Anchorage prior to and after your adventure.
Personal gear (Skis, poles, skins, packs, rain gear, etc.)
Trip cancellation insurance.
Alcoholic beverages.
Additional room nights in Anchorage due to weather delays.
Guide gratuities.

CANCELLATIONS: 20% cancellation fee applied if cancelled 60 days prior to departure. Cancellations within 60 days are 100% non-cancelable

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                                        This morning, you will meet your guides for breakfast and an orientation at 8am. We’ll then drive south from Anchorage to Whittier. The drive along the Seward Highway has been called one of the most scenic drives in the world. Beluga Whales cruise the waters of Turnagain Arm and glaciers cling to the rugged mountains of the Chugach Range. Our destination, Whittier, a small port town on the shores of Prince William Sound, is the home of the Discovery – our home for the next 5 nights!.  Upon our arrival, we’ll board the yacht meet, Captain Dean Rand and his crew, and enjoy an orientation of the vessel and the itinerary.  We’ll then motor out of the harbor and head out into the Prince William Sound.  All meals included.  
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                                        We’ll spend these days exploring the waters and mountains of Prince William Sound.  Each day will begin with a safety briefing, an avalanche and terrain discussion, and an overview of the day’s route options.  We’ll then head out into the mountains in search of good snow, great views, and incredible turns.  While we’ll plan on spending 6-8 hours each day in the mountains, but opportunities to return to the Discovery will be given to those who don’t want to spend the entire day outside.  The beauty of skiing in Prince William Sound is that there’s a variety of terrain, including great tree skiing for inclement weather days.  Evenings will be spent aboard the Discovery celebrating each day’s adventure.  There will also be kayaks available for those wanting a more intimate experience with the marine ecosystem of Prince William Sound. All meals included.
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                                        After enjoying a variety of warm fresh breads, muffins, rolls, fruits, cereals, various warm egg dishes, juices, coffee and tea for breakfast, we’ll be underway by mid morning. The Discovery will return to Whittier by late afternoon where we’ll meet our shuttle van for the transfer back to Anchorage.  If you are returning home this evening, please book your homebound flight for anytime after 8pm.
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