SDSS Cooks



MON VANCOUVER

May 16 This morning you will be transferred by private coach to Canada Place Pier to board the ‘Norwegian Sun’ Cruise Ship. Once onboard enjoy a buffet lunch and then start exploring the ship or take a swim in one of the pools. This afternoon participate in the Sail-Away Party as the NCL Sun departs Canada Place, sail along Vancouver’s Inner Harbour and under the Lions Gate Bridge.This evening have your first group dinner at the Four Season Dining Room and then take in the evening musical entertainment options

TUE CRUISE THE INSIDE PASSAGE

May 17 Today is a full day at sea cruising, enjoy the scenery of the inside passage. In the morning enjoy a variety of onboard activities listed in your Freestyle Daily. In the afternoon your school group will partake in behind the scenes tour of the ship where you will have a chance to see the inner workings of the kitchens (TBC) or listen to a talk with one of the head chefs of the Sun, as he/she shares information about preparing food for 2000 people from scratch every day on the ship (TBC). Tonight enjoy dinner at Las Ramblas Tapas Restaurant followed by tonight’s show with the Norwegian Cruise Lines singers and dancers.

WED JUNEAU

18 May Today will be an afternoon arrival into Juneau, the capital city of Alaska

Juneau has been called Alaska's peak experience, certainly due in part to its unparalleled glacier viewing from such places as Tracy Arm Fjord, the Juneau Ice fields and Glacier Bay National Park. Kayak up one of the area's many protected waterways, go flightseeing, tour historic downtown or try your hand at panning for gold. The majestic Mendenhall Glacier lies nearly 12 miles outside Juneau, a trek worthwhile (shuttles run from downtown Juneau).

Your included excursion today is the Gold Creek Salmon Bake but you will also have time to join other excursions (own expense) if you wish or check out the town

Gold Creek Salmon Bake (1.5-hr)

A short, narrated bus ride brings you to Salmon Creek, the outdoor site for your salmon bake. Listen to live Alaska folk music while you dine under translucent, heated domes shielding you from the elements. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat feast. Savor Alaskan caught wild salmon barbecued over an open alder wood fire accompanied by chicken, potatoes, baked beans, wild-rice pilaf, a variety of salads, cornbread, lemonade, coffee, tea, hot apple cider, hot chocolate as well as blueberry cake for dessert. Beer, wine and soda are available for purchase.

Stroll through the woods and roast marshmallows over the campfire. Take a short walk along Salmon Creek, a salmon spawning steam, to a breathtaking waterfall. Here you can also explore the remains of the historic Wagner Mine and try your hand at gold panning. Stop by the Trading Post to browse and shop for Alaskan items.

Note: Umbrellas for walk to waterfall and gold pans are available for use on site. Buses depart regularly to the pier so you may return at your leisure.

Tonight your group will enjoy a casual dinner at the Garden Café, while you have stunning views of Juneau in the background.

Departure from Juneau

THUR SKAGWAY

19 May It will be a morning arrival into Skagway; Alaska’s historic gold mining town

In a single year from 1896 to 1897, this remote town along the Inside Passage grew from a few tents to a city of 20,000 gold seekers. Today, travelers come in search of other riches to experience yesteryear along Skagway's charming boardwalk lined with buildings that replicate those Gold Rush days.

Included today for your group are tickets to see the famous “Days of 98 Show” which has been performed in Skagway for 87 years. The Days of '98 Show bedazzles audiences with the tale of Soapy Smith, Alaska's most notorious outlaw. Soapy reigned over Skagway during the wildest days of the Klondike Gold Rush, and this colourful vaudevillian musical recounts his incredible story. The show features can-can dancers, ragtime music, riotous humour, and the great con-man himself, Soapy Smith!

You will also have time to check out the town as well as join in any of the other offered excursions (own expense)

Tonight enjoy your group dinner in the Seven Seas Dining Room and then take in some of the many entertainment options.

Departure from Skagway

FRI Cruise past Sawyer Glacier

20 May Today will be a highlight of your cruise and as you see the Sawyer Glacier. The twin Sawyer Glaciers, North Sawyer and South Sawyer, are located at the end of Tracy Arm. The wildlife in the area includes black and brown bears, deer, wolves, harbor seals, and a variety of birds, such as Arctic terns and pigeon guillemots. The mountain goats, which are usually found in the higher elevation areas, have been seen near the base of Sawyer Glacier. The cruise staff will make sure you know when and where to be on the ship for best viewing. This evening dine as a group in the Four Seasons Dinning Room and then take in some of actives in the Free Style Daily.

SAT KETCHIKAN

21 May Today your group will be in Ketchikan, known for its Native American culture. Its Tlingit Indian name, Kach Khanna, means spread wings of the eagle. Chances are you'll see one of these magnificent birds perched atop a Sitka tree. Thanks to its abundant rainfall, Ketchikan is surrounded by some of the world's most lush wilderness. Join in one of the many excursions (own expense – The Famous Alaskan Lumber Jack Show is a favorite that can be booked)

Return to the NCL Sun, tonight enjoy a casual dinner with your group in the Garden Café before all the evening entertainment.

Departure from Ketchikan

SUN CRUISE THE INSIDE PASSAGE

22 May Today we are at sea with to full day to enjoy the scenery of the inside passage. In the morning enjoy a variety of onboard activities listed in the Free Style Daily. In the afternoon your school group will partake in a cooking activity on board (TBC). Tonight will be your farewell group dinner in the Seven Seas Dining Room, followed by the final show by the NCL Sun singers and Dancers.

MON VANCOUVER

23 May This morning the NCL Sun will arrive into Vancouver, your group will have breakfast and then disembark the ship to return home. Parents pick students up. Welcome Home!

South Delta Secondary School

Alaskan Cruise

Spring 2016

Tour cost: $1300.00 CAD $

Based on 40 paying students and 4 non-paying adults

Students in Quad occupancy and adults in Double occupancy – inside cabins

Inclusions:

➢ Accommodation, meals and evening entertainment onboard the cruise ship

➢ Service charges/gratuities

➢ Government taxes

➢ Port charges

➢ 1 way transfer to Canada Place

➢ Group activities and student social

➢ Gold Creek Salmon Bake excursion in Juneau

➢ Days of 98 Show in Skagway

➢ Behind the scenes tour of the ships Galley

➢ All taxes and service charges associated with the above itinerary

➢ Emergency medical insurance for all traveling

➢ Sub costs

➢ Services of Affinity Group Tours

Not Included:

➢ Expenses of a personal nature

➢ Specialty restaurants

➢ Return school bus transfers

➢ Extra optional excursions in port

➢ Phone calls, internet or anything of a personal nature

➢ Sightseeing entrances other than those mentioned above

➢ Optional tours, excursions or activities not included on the itinerary

➢ Student Youth Package Insurance at $75.00 per person:

o Emergency Medical, Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption, Flight & Travel Accident & Baggage Insurance

➢ Any additional fuel surcharges

Your “Final Cost” is dependent on your “Final Number of participants & number of rooms required to accommodate” Port taxes are subject to change at any time prior to ticketing and any increases will be passed on to the group

Deposit and Payment requirements:

□ $300.00 Per Person non-refundable initial deposit is required along with a Booking Form- due Sept 21, 2015 ( or earlier)

o All arrangements are subject to availability and we recommend sending this back as soon as possible

□ Second deposit of $500.00 per person due November 15, 2015

□ Final Name List & Rooming List is required on February 8, 2015

□ Our Invoice will then be issued, based on your Final Numbers & rooms required

□ Balance of Payment is then due in our office on February 15, 2016

□ All payments made are subject to cancellation penalties

□ All airline tickets are subject to fuel surcharge and tax increases

□ This tour is based on a 1.25 US exchange rate and increase in the rate could lead to an increase in the tour cost

Note:  No arrangements or prices are to be considered confirmed until a written confirmation has been received by you from Affinity Group Tours

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SOUTH DELTA SECONDARY SCHOOL

CULINARY ARTS

ALASKA CRUISE ITINERARY

MAY 16 to MAY 23, 2016

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