Deluxe Alaska Highlights

Arrive in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Explore shops, take a sightseeing trolley, visit the Anchorage Museum, or learn about the history of the first people here at the Alaska Native Heritage Center at your leisure. Overnight in Anchorage.

There's so much to see and do from Alaska's largest city. Opt to add additional nights and activities like a helicopter or flightseeing to get up close to mountains, glaciers, or even bears! If you want an activity with your bird's-eye view, opt for the dog mushing or fishing heli/flightseeing options. Or stay on the ground with a brewery tour or break a sweat with a glacier hike. The possibilities are pretty endless! Speak to your rail specialist for details.

Travel via the Glacier Discovery Train to Portage and take a guided shuttle to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Get close to the orphaned wildlife who call this rehabilitation facility home. Hop back on the shuttle to board the Glacier Discovery Train to Spencer Glacier Whistle Stop. On arrival, grab the provided life jacket and enjoy the Spencer Iceberg & Placer River Float Tour! Relax as professional guides row up to floating icebergs with stunning panoramic views of Spencer Glacier and surrounding mountain ranges. Transfer to Girdwood to enjoy the picturesque Alyeska Resort. Overnight Girdwood.

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Board the Coastal Classic Train for a breathtaking ride along Turnagain Arm and through scenic Grandview. Upon arrival in Seward, embark on a 6 hour cruise of Kenai Fjords National Park in search of glaciers, whales, sea lions and more. The onboard Park Ranger ensures you'll stay informed and entertained. Enjoy a free evening exploring on your own. Overnight in Seward.

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Enjoy a free morning to relax or explore the charming port community of Seward, Alaska. Then join the Real Alaska Tour to learn the history of Seward, the "Gateway to Alaska," which promises authentic adventures, including a dog sled ride, lunch at an Alaska roadhouse and a tour to massive Exit Glacier in the Kenai Fjords National Park. Keep an eye out for the wildlife that call this place home. Later, depart on the Coastal Classic Train for another stunning look at the beauty of this region. Overnight Anchorage.

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Begin the half-day journey to Denali National Park aboard the Denali Star Train. Traveling between Anchorage and Talkeetna, cross the Knik River and enjoy views of the Chugach Mountains. North of Talkeetna, the train heads into backcountry Hurricane area; this region offers views of the Indian River and the expansive Hurricane Gulch from the top of a 296-foot bridge. Just south of Denali National Park, Broad Pass offers majestic views of the Alaska Range in all directions. Arrive in Denali mid-afternoon and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure. Overnight in Denali.

Embark on a narrated bus tour through the National Park to Murie Cabin near the East Fork River. Travel through the wilderness with an experienced driver and naturalist guide to learn the history of the area and its wildlife. Keep your camera handy for stops at scenic overlooks and wildlife sightings. Spend the rest the day enjoying the park at leisure. Overnight in Denali.

Enjoy a free morning in Denali, or opt to add an excursion. Choose between a scenic river float or Denali helicopter tour with glacier landing to be immersed in the vastness of the Denali National Preserve. Keep an eye out for caribou, moose, bear and Dall sheep. This afternoon, board the Denali Star Train to return to Anchorage. Overnight Anchorage.

Or if you'd prefer, speak to your rail specialist to continue north on the train to the town of Fairbanks.

Your tour concludes today. But if you're not ready for your adventure to end, speak to your rail specialist about extension options.