Lori Threatt

Relaxed Escapes Travel Consultants

UT RFSA Alaska Denali Explorer Cruise Tour

Aug 1, 2026 to Aug 12, 2026
Vancouver, CA and Alaska
Escape the August Texas heat and join UT RFSA in Alaska
 
Denali Explorer Cruise Tour
Princess Cruises Northbound from Vancouver to Fairbanks
 
August 1, 2026 - August 12, 2026
 
$250 per person deposit to Reserve Your Vacation
Final Payment Due April 26, 2026
 
Price Starts at $3,184 per person, double occupancy

Includes $50 Onboard Credit (OBC), Prepaid Gratuities and UT RFSA Fundraiser
 
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ITINERARY

Cruise Tour:  7 Night Northbound Inside Passage Cruise followed by 4 Night Land Tour 
1-Night,  McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge
2-Nights, Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge
1 Night, Fairbanks Hotel
 
There is the option to just do the 8-Day, 7-Night Cruise Only 
 
Day  Date Description  Arrive Depart
Day 1 Sat, Aug 1 Vancouver - Embark Cruise     4:00 PM
Day 2 Sun, Aug 2 at sea - inside passage    
Day 3 Mon, Aug 3 Ketchikan 6:00 AM   2:00 PM
Day 4 Tue, Aug 4 Juneau 8:00 AM   9:00 PM
Day 5 Wed, Aug 5 Skagway 7:00 AM   8:30 PM
Day 6 Thu, Aug 6 Glacier Bay Scenic Cruising 8:00 AM   3:00 PM
Day 7 Fri, Aug 7 College Fjord Scenic Cruising 6:00 PM   8:30 PM
Day 8
 
 
Sat, Aug 8
 
 
Whittier - Disembark Cruise
Rail:  Whittier to Talkeetna
Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge
12:30 AM
 
 
 
Day 9
 
Sun, Aug 9
 
Coach to Denali
Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge
   
Day 10
 
Mon, Aug 10
 
Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge
Denali Natural History Tour
   
Day 11
 
 
Tue, Aug 11
 
 
Coach to Fairbanks
Fairbanks Riverboat Cruise
Fairbanks Hotel
   
Day 12 Wed, Aug 12 Transfer from Hotel to Fairbanks Airport    

 ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE


 WHAT'S INCLUDED
 
  • 7-night Northbound Inland Passage Alaska cruise beginning in Vancouver and ending in Whittier
  • Meals in the complimentary dining venues while on the cruise
  • Entertainment on the cruise
  • Pre-Paid Cruise Gratuities
  • Direct to the Wilderness Train from Whittier to Talkeetna
  • Coach from Talkeetna Rail Depot to McKinley Wilderness Lodge

  • 1 Night in Mt.  McKinley  Wilderness Lodge
  • Coach transfer from Mt. McKinley Lodge to Denali
  • 2 Nights Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge
  • Natural History Tour of Denali National Park
  • Coach transfer from Denali to Fairbanks
  • Fairbanks Riverboat Cruise
  • 1 Night in Fairbanks Hotel
  • Transfer from Fairbanks Hotel to Fairbanks Hotel
  • First-class service by an English-speaking crew
  • Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients in multiple venues.
  • All Port Charges and taxes

OPTIONAL OFFERS
  • Airfare through Princess EZ Air
  • Vancouver Pre-Cruise Hotel Package (1, 2 or 3 nights pre-cruise accommodations), subject to availability.
  • Princess Plus or Princess Premium package 
  • Land package meal plan (i.e. meal plan for land portion of tour) - 8 (3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners) 
  • You have the option to do the 7-day cruise only (Aug 1 - Aug 8, 2026) - call for more information

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

  • Travel Insurance is strongly recommended and available.  Contact Relaxed Escapes for more information.
  •  Airfare and airline baggage fees if applicable
  • Optional Land Packages
  • Specialty dining on Princess Cruise
  • Beverages on cruise other than regular coffee and tea
  • Meals while on the train and during the land tour

ACCOMMODATIONS
  • The Discovery Princess has 5 different categories of staterooms:  Inside, Balcony, Deluxe Balcony,  Mini Suites, and Suites.    The stateroom categories and deck plan can be viewed here
    Additional information about the ship can be viewed here:   https://www.princess.com/ships-and-experience/ships/xp-discovery-princess
  • Cabin request is not guaranteed and will be confirmed when the reservation is made.  

 CANCELLATION FEES

  • $75 per person cancellation fee payable to Relaxed Escapes in addition to any Princess Cruise cancellation penalties.
  • No refund on unused portions of the cruise and land package if you leave early.

Available Packages

Suite Stateroom - Single Occupancy
Available until April 26, 2026

$11,860.78
Deposit: $250.00 per person

The stateroom price depends on the location on the ship.  This is the starting price.  You will be contacted with the actual price and location of the stateroom before your credit card is charged.

If you will have a roommate and you will each pay separately, contact lori@relaxedescapes.com to receive correct balance on invoice.

Call 737-228-3680  or  lori@relaxedescapes.com for insurance information

Suite Stateroom - Double Occupancy
Available until April 26, 2026

$6,417.89
Deposit: $250.00 per person

The stateroom price depends on the location on the ship.  This is the starting price.  You will be contacted with the actual price and location of the stateroom before your credit card is charged.

If you will have a roommate and you will each pay separately, contact lori@relaxedescapes.com to receive correct balance on invoice.

Call 737-228-3680  or  lori@relaxedescapes.com for insurance information

Mini Suite Stateroom - Single Occupancy
Available until April 26, 2026

$8,273.78
Deposit: $250.00 per person

The stateroom price depends on the location on the ship.  This is the starting price.  You will be contacted with the actual price and location of the stateroom before your credit card is charged.

If you will have a roommate and you will each pay separately, contact lori@relaxedescapes.com to receive correct balance on invoice.

Call 737-228-3680  or  lori@relaxedescapes.com for insurance information

Mini Suite Stateroom - Double Occupancy
Available until April 26, 2026

$4,620.89
Deposit: $250.00 per person

The stateroom price depends on the location on the ship.  This is the starting price.  You will be contacted with the actual price and location of the stateroom before your credit card is charged.

If you will have a roommate and you will each pay separately, contact lori@relaxedescapes.com to receive correct balance on invoice.

Call 737-228-3680  or  lori@relaxedescapes.com for insurance information

Deluxe Balcony Stateroom - Single Occupancy
Available until April 26, 2026

$7,566.78
Deposit: $250.00 per person

The stateroom price depends on the location on the ship.  This is the starting price.  You will be contacted with the actual price and location of the stateroom before your credit card is charged.

If you will have a roommate and you will each pay separately, contact lori@relaxedescapes.com to receive correct balance on invoice.

Call 737-228-3680  or  lori@relaxedescapes.com for insurance information

Deluxe Balcony Stateroom - Double Occupancy
Available until April 26, 2026

$4,313.89
Deposit: $250.00 per person

The stateroom price depends on the location on the ship.  This is the starting price.  You will be contacted with the actual price and location of the stateroom before your credit card is charged.

If you will have a roommate and you will each pay separately, contact lori@relaxedescapes.com to receive correct balance on invoice.

Call 737-228-3680  or  lori@relaxedescapes.com for insurance information

Balcony Stateroom - Single Occupancy
Available until April 26, 2026

$7,366.78
Deposit: $250.00 per person

The stateroom price depends on the location on the ship.  This is the starting price.  You will be contacted with the actual price and location of the stateroom before your credit card is charged.

If you will have a roommate and you will each pay separately, contact lori@relaxedescapes.com to receive correct balance on invoice.

Call 737-228-3680  or  lori@relaxedescapes.com for insurance information

Balcony Stateroom - Double Occupancy
Available until April 26, 2026

$4,213.89
Deposit: $250.00 per person

The stateroom price depends on the location on the ship.  This is the starting price.  You will be contacted with the actual price and location of the stateroom before your credit card is charged.

If you will have a roommate and you will each pay separately, contact lori@relaxedescapes.com to receive correct balance on invoice.

Call 737-228-3680  or  lori@relaxedescapes.com for insurance information

Inside Stateroom - Single Occupancy
Available until April 26, 2026

$5,306.78
Deposit: $250.00 per person

The stateroom price depends on the location on the ship.  This is the starting price.  You will be contacted with the actual price and location of the stateroom before your credit card is charged.

If you will have a roommate and you will each pay separately, contact lori@relaxedescapes.com to receive correct balance on invoice.

Call 737-228-3680  or  lori@relaxedescapes.com for insurance information

Inside Stateroom - Double Occupancy
Available until April 26, 2026

$3,183.89
Deposit: $250.00 per person

The stateroom price depends on the location on the ship.  This is the starting price.  You will be contacted with the actual price and location of the stateroom before your credit card is charged.

If you will have a roommate and you will each pay separately, contact lori@relaxedescapes.com to receive correct balance on invoice.

Call 737-228-3680  or  lori@relaxedescapes.com for insurance information

Extra Options

Princess Plus Package - $65 per day per person
Available until April 26, 2026

$455.00

  • Beverage Package
    • 15 drinks a day  (non-alcoholic soft drinks and premium Cocktails, wine and beer up to $15 each)
    • Unlimited specialty coffees and teas
    • Up to 12 bottles of water a day (500 ML)
  • Wi-Fi (1 device per guest in the stateroom)
  • Crew Gratuities
  • 4 Casual Meals
  • Unlimited Room Service

Princess Premium Package - $100 per day, per person
Available until April 26, 2026

$700.00

  • Wi-Fi Medallion Net Max (4 devices per guest in the stateroom)
  • Premium Beverage Package (non-alcoholic soft drinks and premium Lavazza coffees. top shelf spirits, craft cocktails, wine and beer up to $20 each. 25% off bottles of wine. Power shots from the unlimited juice bar to boost your immunity and energy).
  • 12 bottles of water (Up to 500 ML) per day
  • Crew Gratuities
  • Unlimited Specialty and Casual Restaurant Meals
  • Unlimited digital professional images, plus 3 prints
  • Unlimited Premium Desserts Per Day
  • Unlimited Room Service
  • $100 shore excursion credit
 

Princess Cruises Airfare
Available until April 26, 2026

$0.00

You can book your airfare through Princess Cruises,  The airfare will not be due until the cruise final payment date.   All classes of airfare are available.
 
Please note, airfare schedules and prices will not be available until early October.  If you select this option, I will contact you in October and discuss which flight options are available.

Land Meal Plan - Per Person Price
Available until April 26, 2026

$365.00

The land portion of the cruise tour does not include meals.   However, you can purchase a meal plan.    The meal plan consists of 8 meals (3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners).
 
 

Travel Insurance
Available until April 26, 2026

$0.00

We have two options for travel insurance.
 
A.  Travel insurance through Princess Cruises, OR
B.   Allianz Group Advantage Plan
 
The price of the insurance is based on cost of trip and will be quoted at the time of booking.

1 Pre-Cruise Night at the Fairmont Vancouver Downtown Hotel - Double Occupancy
Available until April 26, 2026

$376.74

SPACE IS LIMITED
 
Includes:
  • Transfer from Vancouver Airport to Hotel
  • Breakfast
  • 1 night hotel accommodation
  • Transfer from Hotel to Cruise Ship
  • Taxes
 
Total price for two is $638 for the room, plus $115.48 taxes

1 Pre-Cruise Night at the Fairmont Vancouver Downtown - Single Occupancy
Available until April 26, 2026

$704.48

SPACE IS LIMITED
 
Includes:
  • Transfer from Vancouver Airport to Hotel
  • Breakfast
  • 1 night hotel accommodation
  • Transfer from Hotel to Cruise Ship
  • Taxes
 
The total single occupancy price is $589 for the room, plus $115.48 taxes

1 Pre-Cruise Night at the Fairmont Vancouver Waterfront - Double Occupancy
Available until April 26, 2026

$425.72

SPACE IS LIMITED
 
Includes:
  • Transfer from Vancouver Airport to Hotel
  • Breakfast
  • 1 night hotel accommodation
  • Transfer from Hotel to Cruise Ship
  • Taxes
 
Total price for two is $718 for the room, plus $133.44 taxes

1 Pre-Cruise Night at the Fairmont Vancouver Waterfront - Double Occupancy
Available until April 26, 2026

$802.44

SPACE IS LIMITED
 
Includes:
  • Transfer from Vancouver Airport to Hotel
  • Breakfast
  • 1 night hotel accommodation
  • Transfer from Hotel to Cruise Ship
  • Taxes
 
The total single occupancy price is $669 for the room, plus $133.44 taxes