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Read more2022 Tour code: WC-ABDR-22
About the tour
From Prince William Sound to Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park, this journey is filled with some of the best scenery Alaska has to offer. The journey begins in Anchorage, where the day is yours to conquer at will. Board the Coastal Classic in the morning for a breathtaking journey along Turnagain Arm to your next destination. In Seward, enjoy a look at Resurrection Bay and immerse yourself in some of the local culture. Return to Anchorage briefly, and then the Denali Star awaits for the next leg of your tour.
Wildlife, mountain scenery and more greet upon arrival in Denali National Park. Take two full days to see all of the beauty the park has to offer, both on guided and independent expeditions. After, the journey through Alaska continues with stretches of travel by riverboat and train before retunring to Anchorage where it all began. Eleven days of touring, some of the most spectacular untouched nature North America has to offer and memories to last a lifetime; soak it all in on this daylight-only journey through Alaska.
Highlights
What’s included
Itinerary
Arrive in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Your day is at leisure; you may choose to book an excursion, visit museums or taste your way through the city's many restaurants and breweries. Overnight Anchorage.
Additional information
Hotels
Grande Denali Lodge, Denali National Park
Train
Ship
Reviews
4.9 / 5 · 28 reviews
George E, Verona, WI
Submitted 12 Sep 2021
All connections, transfers, credit processing and keeping us informed were exemplary. The timing and sequencing of the various tours and stops were perfect and allowed recovery and prep time for the next leg. VBR (Bridget) was also excellent in responding to questions or concerns.
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George E, Verona, WI
Submitted 11 Sep 2021
All connections, transfers, credit processing and keeping us informed were exemplary. The timing and sequencing of the various tours and stops were perfect and allowed recovery and prep time for the next leg. VBR (Bridget) was also excellent in responding to questions or concerns.
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Debbie Williams
Submitted 04 Sep 2021
Due to Covid restrictions we selected this trip to replace another that involved a cruise and we are so very glad we did. All of the excursions were just as described and we had a wonderful time. Even with mostly cloudy skies, Alaska is amazingly beautiful! All of our tour guides were friendly, knowledgeable and lots of fun. We did this trip with our best friends and we highly recommend it to anyone wanting to see Alaska.
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Jane S, Columbus, OH
Submitted 20 Jul 2021
I would consider doing this itinerary again, which is not like me at all.
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Jane S, Columbus, OH
Submitted 19 Jul 2021
I would consider doing this itinerary again, which is not like me at all.
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Mary B, Carolina Beach, NC
Submitted 28 Jun 2021
Details were all handled, reservations made for us, and we could travel alone (NO GROUP) while still having all the plans made. Hilary was very attentive and made this a great trip. LOVE TRAINS, loved all our experiences and loved Alaska!
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