Nowhere else like Alaska can you enjoy a whale exploding out of the water or an eagle pulling a silver fish from the river. Combine these images with high mountains, brilliant icebergs and wonderful meals and you really do have the Best of Alaska! Join us for an unforgettable 7-day holiday to Alaska!

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JUNEAU: Juneau, the state capital, is rich in culture and scenic beauty. It is here that we start and end our trip.

HAINES: Haines is a small community located along the fjords (峡湾). The natural beauty and expansive wilderness found here have made Haines an important center for adventure in Alaska.

ALASKA INDIAN ARTS: Alaska Indian Arts is a nonprofit corporation devoted to the preservation and continuation of traditional native craft and culture of the Northwest Native Tribes. You can spend a few hours learning carving, playing native beading (珠子) from local artists.

SKAGWAY: Skagway is a lively town, which still reflects its gold rush roots and origins. In Skagway, you may stop at the Klondike Gold Rush National Park Visitor’s Center and ride the White Pass Yukon Route Railway.

GUSTAVUS: Gustavus is the gateway to Glacier Bay National Park. You’ll stay at a comfortable house here for two nights. This will be the base for both the whale-watching excursion (远足) and a full day cruise (巡游) in Glacier Bay.

DATES/ PRICES:

May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15.

7 days --- $3,500, including lodging, all meals, excursions, guides, park fees, sales taxes, and transportation between Juneau, Skagway, Haines, and Gustavus. Not included: Alcohol, personal items, airfare to and from Juneau.

Contact:

E-mail: info@alaskamountainguides.com

Call: 1.800.766.3396

Address: Alaska Mountain Guides& Climbing School

P.O. Box 1081, Haines AK 99827

1.Where can you get to know the local history?

A．In Skagway.                            B．In Juneau.

C．In Haines.                             D．In Gustavus.

2.You can watch a whale exploding out of the water at ________.

A．the White Pass Yukon

B．the Klondike Gold Rush National Park

C．Gacier Bay National Park

D．the fjords

3.The text is mainly written to ________.

A．tell people how to visit Alaska

B．explain why Alaska is famous

C．introduce beautiful places in Alaska

D．attract people to visit Alaska

 

The Best of Alaska

Nothing evokes（唤起）Alaska like a whale exploding out of the water or an eagle pulling a silver fish from the river. Combine these images with high mountains, brilliant icebergs and wonderful meals and you really do have the Best of Alaska!

Join us for an unforgettable 7-day excursion (远足）to the last frontier! Additional highlights include: a scenic flight over Glacier Bay National Park, a rafting trip through the heart of the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, historic Skagway, a whale watching cruise and the company of knowledgeable local guides．

HIGHLIGHTS:

JUNEAU: Juneau, the state capital, is rich in culture and scenic beauty．It is here that we start and end our trip．

HAINES: Haines is a small community located along the fiords（峡湾）. The natural beauty and expansive wilderness found here have made Haines a premier center for adventure in Alaska. In 2004, Haines was listed by Outside Magazine and National Geographic Adventure as one of the best places for recreation and living. The activities listed below are located in Haines．

ALASKA INDIAN ARTS: Alaska Indian Arts is a nonprofit corporation（公司）dedicated to the preservation and continuation of traditional native craft and culture of the Northwest Native Tribes. Alaska Indian Arts is also the headquarters for several of Alaska’s outstanding craftsmen and artisans. We spend a few hours learning carving, native beading（串珠饰）and culture from these master artists．

SKAGWAY: Skagway is famous for its role in the Klondike Gold Stampede over 100 years ago. Today, it is a historic yet lively town, which still reflects its gold rush roots and contains colorful shops. In Skagway, we stop by the Klondike Gold Rush National Park Visitor’s Center and ride the White Pass Yukon Route Railway．

GUSTAVUS: Gustavus is the gateway to the Glacier Bay National Park. We’ll stay at a comfortable lodge here for two nights. This will be the base for both the whale-watching excursion and a full day cruise in Glacier Bay．

DATES / PRICES:

2011: May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15．

7 days — $3,500, including lodging, all meals, excursions, guides, park fees, sales taxes, and transportation between Juneau, Skagway, Haines, and Gustavus. Not included: alcohol, personal items, airfare to and from Juneau．

CONTACTS:

E-mail: info@alaskamountainguides.com

Call: （800）766-3396

Write: Alaska Mountain Guides & Climbing School

P.O. Box 1081, Haines AK 99827

66. You can feel the history of the local place at_________.

    A. Juneau                        B. Skagway                 C. Haines                     D. Gustavus

67. You can watch a whale exploding out of the water at ___________.

    A. the Glacier Bay National Park                      B. the Klondike Gold Rush National Park

    C. the White Pass Yukon                            D. the Northwest Native Tribes

68. According to the advertisement, the participants of the excursion ___________.

    A. will spend one day experiencing the local culture at Alaska Indian Arts

    B. can contact Alaska Mountain Guides & Climbing School by e-mail or fax

    C. are able to experience some adventurous activities in Haines

    D. can get lots of traditional native artworks free of charge

69. Which of the following requires participants to pay additional fees?

    A. Going from Gustavus to Juneau by train.        B. A full day cruise in Glacier Bay.

    C. Having the last supper at Juneau.              D. Flying from Juneau to their hometowns.

70. It is known from the advertisement that _____________.

    A. Juneau, as the state capital, is much more beautiful than Haines

    B. the native culture of the Northwest Native Tribes has died out．

    C. Alaska is famous for its culture, history and natural beauty

    D. Skagway was the richest town of Alaska in the past.