Alaska by Car & Rail

Alaska by Car & Rail 100 - Alaska and the Yukon
Alaska by Car & Rail 102 - Highlights of Alaska
Alaska by Car & Rail 103 - North of Alaska
Alaska by Car & Rail 104 - South of Alaska

 

Alaska by Car & Rail 100 - Alaska and the Yukon  

Discover the beauty of Alaska and the Yukon territory. Enjoy a visit of the Denali National Park, Dawson City with it's Dimond Tooth Gerties Show and more. Glaciers can be seen in Glacier Bay National Park, mountains and more scenery in the Glennallen area.

Day 1 * Anchorage
Arrive in Anchorage. Transfer by shuttle to your hotel in downtown Anchorage.Overnight at the Holiday Inn Downtown (moderate category) or the Sheraton Hotel (deluxe category).

Day 2 * Anchorage - Denali (237 mi / 381 km)
Pick up your rental car this morning. Continue your journey north to Talkeetna. Enjoy an optional Mt.Mc Kinley Flightseeing Tour this afternoon from Talkeetna. Continue your journey to Denali. Overnight outside the Denali National Park. Overnight at the Denali Bluffs Hotel (moderate category) or the Grande Denali Lodge (moderate / deluxe category)

Day 3 * Denali
Enjoy an early morning Wildlife Tour through the Denali National Park. A snack / lunch is included during this tour. Don't forget to bring your camera and/or your binoculars . Wildlife, such as caribou's, wolves, foxes, moose and maybe some bears can be seen during this excursion. Overnight again outside the Park.

Day 4 * Denali - Fairbanks (121 mi / 194 km)
Continue your journey north to Fairbanks this morning. Upon arrival in Fairbanks visit optional the University / Museum of Fairbanks. Overnight in downtown Fairbanks at the Westmark Hotel ( moderate category) or the Aspen Inn (moderate category incl. Deluxe continental breakfast).

Day 5 * Fairbanks - Tok (206 mi / 330 km)
Today you drive from Fairbanks along the Richardson and Alaska Highway to Tok. Your first stop will be in Northpole to visit the house of Santa Claus. Optional lunch in Delta Junction. Upon arrival in Tok check in at your hotel. In the evening visit a Dog Sled Demonstration in downtown Tok. Overnight at the Westmark Hotel. (moderate category)

Day 6 * Tok - Dawson City (187 mi / 299 km)
Your next destination is Dawson City. Upon your arrival, check in at your hotel. Afterward enjoy a City Tour of Dawson City including a visit of the museum. In the evening enjoy a visit of the Dimond Tooth Gerties Show. Overnight at the Westmark Dawson City (moderate category).

Day 7 * Dawson City
Optional excursions are available, such as gold panning, a river cruise and barbecue or enjoy some more gambling at the Dimond Tooth Gerties saloon. Overnight again in Dawson City.

Day 8 * Dawson City - Whitehorse (327 mi / 523 km)
Travel south along the Klondike Highway to Yukon's capital city. Enjoy the scenery along your way and watch out for some wildlife such as moose or maybe a grizzly walking along the road. Overnight in Whitehorse at the Westmark Hotel. ( moderate category).

Day 9 * Whitehorse - Skagway (209 mi / 174 km)
Your journey continues to Skagway today. Upon arrival in Skagway enjoy a walk through downtown or visit some of the cultural museums Skagway has to offer. Overnight at the Westmark Skagway  (moderate category).

Day 10 * Skagway - Gustavus (by air)
Board your L.A.B. Flight to Gustavus this morning for an unforgettable Whale Watching Cruise to Point Adolphus. Transfer from the cruise to your lodge in Gustavus for your overnight. Overnight at the Glacier Bay Lodge (moderate category) or the Glacier Bay Bear Track Inn ( upper category incl.meals).

Day 11 * Gustavus - Haines (by air)
Early morning enjoy a Spirit of Adventure Cruise. View the magnificent glaciers, the abundant wildlife and marine life surrounding the area. Return to Haines this afternoon by plane. Overnight at Hotel Halsingland (moderate category).

Day 12 * Haines - Beaver Creek (225 mi / 360 km)
Drive to Beaver Creek this morning. Visit the Kluane National Park along your way. Arrive in Beaver Creek this afternoon and check in at your hotel. Enjoy a Dinner Show at the hotel this evening. Overnight at the Westmark Beaver Creek (moderate category)

Day 13 * Beaver Creek - Tok (156 mi / 250 km)
Drive to Tok this morning. Overnight at the Westmark Tok ( moderate category)

Day 14 * Tok - Glennallen (98 mi / 157 km)
Today you drive to Glennallen, Alaska. Nice hiking and walking trails are around Glennallen, which is the gateway to the Wrangell Mountains and the service center for the Copper River basin. Overnight at the New Caribou Hotel (moderate category)

Day 15 * Glennallen - Valdez (182 mi / 291 km)
Your journey continues to Valdez this morning. You have a chance to view the Trans Alaska Pipeline along the way. Upon your arrival in Valdez enjoy the afternoon at your leisure. Overnight at the Aspen Hotel (moderate category incl.deluxe continental breakfast)

Day 16 * Valdez - Anchorage (via ferry)
Board the Alaska Marine Highway from Valdez to Anchorage this morning. Arrive in Whittier this afternoon and drive back to Anchorage, Alaska. Overnight near the airport at the Best Western Barratt Inn (moderate category) or the Longhouse Hotel (moderate category)

Day 17 * Anchorage Departure
Drop off your rental car this morning and depart.

SHOULDER SEASON Validity Dates  5/15/09 - 5/31/09 & 9/1/09 - 9/15/09
Total Net Price per Person	SINGLE	DOUBLE	TRIPLE
	$ 4,045	$ 2,975	$ 1,884	moderate
	$ 4,646	$ 3,235	$ 2,100	deluxe
Childrens Rates 11 & under   $ 906

PEAK SEASON Validity Dates  06/01/09 - 08/31/09
Total Net Price per Person	SINGLE	DOUBLE	TRIPLE
	$ 4,890	$ 3,425	$ 2,367	moderate
	$  5,624	$ 3,516	$ 2,641	deluxe
Childrens' Rates 11 & under   $ 1147

Car Upgrades
Midsize ADD	$ 130 / day
Fullsize ADD	$ 220 / day
Minivan ADD	$ 670 / day

Alaska by Car & Rail 102 - Highlights of Alaska

Glaciers, Wildlife, and lots of scenery. Experience the magnificent beauty of Alaska. The Denali National Park with it's famous wildlife, a flight above the most exciting terrain of the Wrangell St. Elias National Park, and the cruise with the Alaska Marine Highway through the Prince William Sound area.

Day 1 * Anchorage
Arrive in Anchorage. Pick up your rental car (midsize car) and drive to your hotel in downtown Anchorage.Overnight at the Aspen Inn downtown (moderate category including a deluxe continental breakfast) or at the Sheraton Hotel (deluxe category).

Day 2 * Anchorage - Denali (237 mi / 381 km)
Your journey continues north to Denali this morning. Stop in Talkeetna for an optional lunch or for a flightseeing tour to Mt.McKinley. Upon arrival in Denali check in at your hotel outside the Denali National Park. Spend the evening at your leisure. Overnight at the Denali Bluffs Hotel (moderate category) or at the Grande Denali Lodge (moderate deluxe category).

Day 3 * Denali National Park
Early morning board a bus for an incredible 6-8 hour Wildlife Tour through the Denali National Park. A lunch / snack is included during that tour. Watch out for wildlife, such as moose, caribou's, wolves and maybe some bears. Overnight outside the Denali National Park.
Day 4 * Denali - Fairbanks (121 mi / 94 km)
From Denali drive north to Fairbanks this morning. Upon arrival in Fairbanks enjoy some time at your leisure: take a walk through downtown Fairbanks, visit Alaskaland and enjoy a great Salmon Bake etc. Overnight at the Aspen Inn in Fairbanks (moderate category) or at the Westmark Hotel Fairbanks (upper moderate category).

Day 5 * Fairbanks - Glennallen (250 mi / 400 km)
Your next stop will be in Glennallen, Alaska. You can stop for some lunch in Delta Junction before you arrive in Glennallen late afternoon. Glennallen is the gateway to the Wrangell Mountains and the service center for the Copper River basin. Four prominent peaks of the majestic Wrangell Mountains are Mt. Sanford, Drum, Wrangell and Blackburn. Overnight at the New Caribou Lodge (moderate category).

Day 6 * Glennallen - Kennicott (66 mi / 105 km)
Drive to Chitina this morning. From there board Wrangell Mountain Air for an incredible flightseeing tour to McCarthy. Upon arrival in McCarthy transfer to the Kennicott Glacier Lodge. This afternoon enjoy an optional Ghost Town Tour or a Walking Tour on a glacier. Overnight at the lodge.

Day 7 * Kennicott
Lot's of optional walking ,trekking and hiking tours are available in the Kennicott area. Overnight again at the Kennicott Glacier Lodge.

Day 8 * Kennicott - Glennallen - Valdez (122 mi / 195 km)
Enjoy your flight back to Chitina this morning. Pick up your rental car and drive south to Valdez. Overnight in downtown Valdez at the Aspen Hotel (moderate category with deluxe continental breakfast).

Day 9 * Valdez - Anchorage (via ferry)
Board the Alaska Marine Highway early morning from Valdez to Whittier. Upon arrival in Whittier drive your car back to Anchorage, Alaska. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure. Overnight near the airport at the Best Western Barratt Inn (moderate category) or the Longhouse Hotel (moderate category).

Day 10 * Anchorage Departure
Drop off your car this morning and check in for departure.

SHOULDER SEASON Validity Dates: 05/16/04-05/31 & 09/01-09/13
Total Net Price per Person	SINGLE	DOUBLE	TRIPLE
	$ 2,834	$ 1,866	$ 1,398	moderate
	$ 3,295	$ 2,318	$ 1,695	deluxe
Childrens Rates 11 & under   $ 280

PEAK SEASON Validity Dates: 06/01/09-08/31/09
Total Net Price per Person	SINGLE	DOUBLE	TRIPLE
	$ 3,111	$ 2,225	$ 1,555	moderate
	$ 3,625	$ 2,775	$ 2,023	deluxe
Childrens Rates 11 & under   $ 280

Car Upgrades
4x4 ADD	$ 39 / day
Fullsize ADD	$ 18 / day
Minivan ADD	$ 49 / day

Alaska by Car & Rail 103 - North of Alaska

 

Day 1 * Anchorage
Day 2 * Alaska Railroad from Anchorage to Talkeetna
Day 3 * McKinley Explorer Dome Car from Talkeetna to Denali
Day 4 * Denali National Park
Day 5 * Alaska Railroad from Denali to Fairbanks
Day 6 * Fairbanks
Day 7 * McKinley Explorer Dome Car from Fairbanks to Anchorage
Day 8 * Anchorage Departure

Arrive in Anchorage, Alaska. Next day board the Alaska Railroad to Talkeetna. Enjoy a McKinley Flightseeing Tour out of Talkeetna and overnight at the Talkeetna Lodge. On Day 3 continue your journey by rail to Denali. Transfer via shuttle bus to your lodge outside the Denali National Park. On Day 4 enjoy a 6-8 hour Wildlife Tour through the Denali National Park. Next day continue your journey by rail from Denali to Fairbanks. On Day 6 enjoy some optional tours such as a visit to the university or a Salmon Bake incl. Alaskaland. Board the McKinley Explorer Dome Car back to Anchorage the next morning. On Day 8 depart.

Validity Dates: 05/15-05/31 & 09/06-09/14

	SINGLE	DOUBLE	TRIPLE
Total Net Price per Person	$  2107	$ 1402	$  1098
Childrens Rates 11 & under    $ 1043

PEAK SEASON
Validity Dates: 06/01-09/05

	SINGLE	DOUBLE	TRIPLE
Total Net Price per Person	$ 2410	$ 1574	$  1251
Childrens Rates 11 & under    $ 1043

Alaska by Car & Rail 104 - South of Alaska

Day 1 * Arrive in Anchorage
Day 2 * Alaska Railroad from Anchorage to Whittier
Day 3 * Alaska Railroad from Girdwood to Seward
Day 4 * Seward
Day 5 * Coach from Seward to Anchorage
Day 6 * Anchorage Departure

Arrive in Anchorage, Alaska. Next day board the Alaska Railroad to Whittier for an unforgettable 26 Glacier Cruise through the Prince William Sound area. This evening cruise back to Whittier. Overnight accommodations in Girdwood. On Day 3 transfer to the railstation to board the Alaska Railroad to Seward. Next day enjoy an all day cruise including a visit to Fox Island for a grilled salmon buffet. On Day 5 board the coach back to Anchorage and spend the rest of the day at your leisure. Depart on Day 6.

Validity Dates: 05/15-05/31 & 09/06-09/14

	SINGLE	DOUBLE	TRIPLE
Total Net Price per Person	$ 1404	$ 896	$  862
Childrens Rates 11 & younger   $ 690

PEAK SEASON
Validity Dates: 06/01-09/05

	SINGLE	DOUBLE	TRIPLE
Total Net Price per Person	$ 1759	$ 1207	$  967
Childrens Rates 11 & younger   $ 690