Discover Alaska by Rail
Jul 02, 2020 · By Vacations By Rail
Charming Alaskan towns, provides insight into delightful Denali National Park, and shares thoughtfully crafted itineraries that offer an authentic Alaskan experience.
Read more2022 Tour code: WC-ACTR-22
About the tour
Wild landscapes and iconic sites - including the tallest mountain peak in the United States - lie ahead on this rail and drive vacation through Alaska. Your journey begins in Anchorage, where you can explore the city's historical museums and gorgeous gardens and parks. Departing the city aboard the Alaska Railroad's Denali Star, enjoy a scenic route to Denali National Park. A bus tour unlocks the beauty of the park and offers opportunities to see some of the animals that roam within Denali: bears, moose, mountain goats, wolves and eagles. Your adventure continues by train to Fairbanks, from which you depart on the driving part of your journey. Your route takes you along the scenic Richardson Highway on your way to Valdez, known as "Little Switzerland." Here, enjoy plenty of outdoor activities and wildlife spotting before kicking off your road trip back to the cultural epicenter that is Anchorage. Whether you crave excursions in nature or laid-back explorations of Alaskan cities, there is something for everyone on this circular adventure.
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What’s included
Itinerary
Arrive in Anchorage on your own and check-in at the hotel. Spend the rest of the day getting acquainted with the offerings of the city. Explore Anchorage's museums, gardens and parks or explore the restaurant scene, which is surprisingly diverse. Overnight in Anchorage.
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Reviews
4.7 / 5 · 3 reviews
Stephen
Submitted 02 Sep 2021
Our trip was originally scheduled for 2020, but due to Covid, had to be postponed. Vacations By Rail worked with us so that no funds were lost. When the trip came around in 2021, some of the suppliers had made changes. Once again, Vacations by Rail came thru. Our rep worked especially diligently to keep us informed. The actual trip was fantastic, and all arrangements went very smoothly. We would definitely recommend Vacations by Rail.
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Josephus Van Den Meydenberg, Laurel, DE
Submitted 04 Oct 2018
great trip and would recommend you to our friends witch we already did!
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Geraldine G, Mesa, AZ
Submitted 20 Feb 2018
We enjoyed each leg of our trip through the magnificent state of Alaska. One of the most enjoyable parts was the Alaskan Railroad, and for the most part, the accomodations were very nice.
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