Experience Alaska's major highlights, such as the Kenai Fjords National Park, Wrangell St. Elias National Park and one of the major attractions the Denali National Park with it's famous wildlife.

Day 1 * Anchorage
Arrive in Anchorage. Pick up your rental car (midsize car) and drive to your hotel in downtown Anchorage. Overnight at the Inlet Tower Suites (moderate category) or the Sheraton Hotel (deluxe category).

Day 2 * Anchorage - Seward (127 mi / 203 km)
Your journey continues along the Seward Highway south to Seward, Alaska. Upon arrival enjoy a 6 hour cruise through the Kenai Fjords National Park. Lot's of wildlife and glaciers can be seen during that incredible cruise. Your day ends with a visit of the Alaska Sealife Center, which is the only cold water marine research center in the Western Hemisphere. Overnight in downtown Seward at the Hotel Edgewater ( moderate category) or the Seward Windsong Lodge
(lodge type moderate category).

Day 3 * Seward
Enjoy some optional activities in Seward or visit the National Historic Iditarod Trail. Stop at Exit Glacier. A trail gets you up close. Another option in Seward would be a full day Halibut or Salmon Fishing Charter. Overnight again in Seward.

Day 4 * Seward - Valdez (305 mi / 489 km)
From Seward you travel north about 2 1/2 hours to Whittier. Once in Whittier board the Alaska Marine Highway through the Prince William Sound to Valdez. Overnight at the Aspen Hotel in downtown Valdez. (moderate category incl.deluxe continental breakfast)

Day 5 * Valdez - Glennallen (180 mi / 288 km)
Today your journey continues to Glennallen. 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 Mount Sanford, Drum, Wrangell and Blackburn. Overnight at the New Caribou Hotel. (moderate category).

Day 6 * Glennallen - Denali National Park (213 mi / 342 km)
Travel on the Denali Highway via Paxson to Cantwell / Denali National Park. One of the major highlights during your trip is Mt.McKinley with it's 20,320 feet. Overnight outside the Denali National Park at the Denali Bluffs Hotel (moderate category) or the Grande Denali Lodge (moderate deluxe category).

Day 7 * Denali National Park
Early morning enjoy a Wildlife Tour through the Denali National Park. The tour length is between 6-8 hours and includes a snack. Bring your camera and binoculars to view the incredible wildlife such as caribou's, moose, sheep and maybe some grizzly's along the way. You'll be back at the entrance early afternoon. Overnight again outside the Denali National Park.

Day 8 * Denali - Anchorage (237 mi / 381 km)
Drive back to Anchorage this morning. Stop in Talkeetna for an optional Mt.McKinley Flightseeing Tour. Another attraction of Alaska is the Alaska Native Heritage Center, which shares different cultures, languages and traditions of Alaska's first people. Overnight near the airport at the Best Western Barratt Inn (moderate category) or the Longhouse Alaskan Hotel (moderate category).

Day 9 * Anchorage Departure
Drop off your rental car this morning and check in for departure.

Tour 102 * 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.

103 * 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.

Tour 104 * The Yukon's Paradise

Arrive in Whitehorse and explore the Yukon area. Attractions include the White Pass and Yukon Railroad, the ferry crossing between Skagway and Haines, Dawson City with its "gold flavour" and of course Whitehorse, the capital of the Yukon territory.

Day 1 * Whitehorse
Arrive in Whitehorse. Transfer by shuttle bus to your hotel. Overnight at the High Country Inn (moderate category) or the Westmark Whitehorse (moderate category).

Day 2 * Whitehorse - Skagway (107 mi / 171 km)
Board the White Pass and Yukon Railroad to Skagway this morning. With the bus transfer from Whitehorse to Fraser. In Fraser continue your journey with the legendary Yukon Railroad to Skagway, Alaska. Overnight at the Westmark Skagway (moderate category).

Day 3 * Skagway - Haines (via ferry)
Pick up your rental car this morning in Skagway and board the Alaska Marine Highway to Haines, Alaska. Upon arrival in Haines enjoy a three hour wildlife tour where you have a chance to see the majestic white bald eagles. Overnight at the Hotel Halsingland (moderate category).

Day 4 * Haines - Haines Junction (150 mi / 240 km)
Your next stop is in Haines Junction. Overnight at Kluane Park Inn.

Day 5 * Haines Junction - Beaver Creek (225 mi / 360 km)
From Haines Junction continue your journey to Beaver Creek. This evening enjoy a live stage show at the Westmark Hotel. (moderate category)

Day 6 * Beaver Creek - Tok (156 mi / 250 km)
This morning drive to Tok, Alaska. Visit the Mainstreet Visitor Center, which is located at the junction of the Alaska Highway and Tok Cutoff. Overnight at the Westmark Tok (moderate category).

Day 7 * Tok - Dawson City (188 mi / 300 km)
Drive through more beautiful scenery to Dawson City. In the evening visit optional 'Dimond Tooth Gerties', a great klondike show in downtown Dawson City. Overnight at the Aurora Inn (moderate category) or at the Westmark Hotel (moderate upper category).

Day 8 * Dawson City - Whitehorse (328 mi / 525 km)
Enjoy a beautiful scenic drive to Whitehorse this morning. This evening enjoy an optional River Cruise. Overnight at the High Country Inn (moderate category) or at the Westmark Hotel (moderate category).

Day 9 * Whitehorse Departure
Drop off your rental car this morning and check in for departure.

Tour 105 * Peninsula Sealife Tour

 

Explore a new world at the Alaska Sealife Center, enjoy endless sightseeing and recreational opportunities in Soldotna and visit numerous arts and crafts shops in Homer. Besides experiencing the cultural aspect of the south, you'll have the opportunity to do some fishing for salmon and halibut as well.

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) or the Sheraton Hotel (deluxe category)

Day 2 * Anchorage - Seward (127 mi / 204,4 km)
This morning you drive south on the New Seward Highway to Seward, Alaska. This afternoon watch puffins fly through underwater skies, meet sea lions and harbor seals eye to eye as they glide past you at the Alaska Sealife Center. Overnight at the Seward Windsong Lodge (moderate lodge type of accommodation).

Day 3 * Seward
Board this morning Alaska's#1 wildlife and glacier cruise. Cruise with experts aboard a custom vessel and spend some extra time viewing wildlife and glacier's, up close. Lunch / Snack will be provided during your cruise. Overnight again in Seward.

Day 4 * Seward - Soldotna (87 mi / 139 km)
Drive to Soldotna this morning. Upon arrival, enjoy some optional rafting or hiking. Overnight at the Aspen Inn Soldotna (moderate category incl.deluxe continental breakfast).

Day 5 * Soldotna
Enjoy an all day Salmon Fishing Charter on the Kenai River this morning. License, fishing gear and bait will be provided during your trip. Pack some lunch and enjoy the fishing adventure. Overnight again in Soldotna.

Day 6 * Soldotna - Homer (86 mi / 138 km)
From Soldotna continue your journey to Homer this morning. Upon arrival in Homer, visit the Pratt Museum and other crafts shops. Overnight at the Land's End Resort (deluxe category).

Day 7 * Homer
Early morning board a Halibut Charter out of Homer. Fishing gear and license will be provided. The fish will be filet and ready made to take with you to Anchorage the next day. Overnight again in Homer.

Day 8 * Homer - Anchorage (226 mi / 363 km)
Continue your journey back to Anchorage this morning. Upon arrival enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight near the airport at the Best Western Barratt Inn (moderate category) or at the Longhouse Hotel ( moderate category).

Day 9 * Anchorage Departure
Drop off your car this morning and check in for departure.