6 Day Alaska Explorer Tour
Description:
Itinerary:
Fairbanks – Arrival
Arrive in Fairbanks, known as the Golden Heart City! Make your way to the overnight hotel. You have the option to arrange your transfer with the hotel courtesy shuttle or take advantage of the convenient meet-and-transfer service.
Accommodation at the River’s Edge Cottages, Fairbanks, or similar
Fairbanks
After breakfast, you will learn how the gold rush affected Alaska’s interior on a sightseeing tour with a visit to the Museum of the North (included). There will be time available for shopping, walking, or dining at your leisure in the downtown area. Cruise on the Chena River aboard a sternwheeler and experience the thrill of river travel. Tonight, consider purchasing the optional authentic salmon bake.
Accommodation at the River’s Edge Cottages, Fairbanks, or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Fairbanks – Denali National Park
This morning you will be transferred to the Fairbanks Rail Depot where you will board a deluxe dome railcar for a scenic train journey south to Denali National Park. This afternoon, enjoy an interpretative hike along Otto Lake at the Denali Discovery Center followed by a reception with a “Welcome to Denali” talk giving you a glimpse of what will be seen on your park tour.
Accommodation at the Grizzly Bear Resort, Denali National Park, or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Denali National Park
Breakfast will be included this morning. Today travel deep into Denali National Park on the Tundra Wilderness Tour and search the vast wilderness for bears, moose, caribou, and Dall sheep. This journey is narrated allowing for insight into the animals, flora, and fauna of this spectacular region including a snack on the bus. Early May and September tours are shortened due to road conditions.
Accommodation at the Grizzly Bear Resort, Denali National Park, or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Denali National Park – Anchorage via Talkeetna
Breakfast will be included this morning. Later, board your deluxe motorcoach for a scenic transfer south to the climbing town of Talkeetna. Watch for a glimpse of Denali (formerly Mt. McKinley) or black bear along the banks of the Susitna River.
Upon arrival at Talkeetna, there will be time on your own to explore. Later, board your deluxe motorcoach for a scenic transfer south to Anchorage. Tonight, share stories of your Alaskan Adventure with your fellow travelers at an included closing night dinner.
Accommodation at the Voyager Inn, Anchorage, or similar
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Anchorage – Departure
Savor a final breakfast as your Alaskan adventure concludes. Bid farewell to the stunning landscapes and warm hospitality as you prepare for your departure. Take advantage of the hotel courtesy shuttle for a seamless transfer to the airport, ensuring a convenient and stress-free end to your journey.
Alternatively, if you prefer additional assistance, consider purchasing transfer services to ensure comfortable and reliable transport to the airport. Reflect on the memories created during your Alaskan expedition as you embark on your journey home.
Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions:
- 5 nights’ accommodation in moderate hotels
- 5 breakfasts, 1 snack and 1 dinner
- Ground transportation by private coach throughout the tour (size of vehicle depends on the group size)
- Knowledgeable guide throughout
- Museum of the North admission
- Riverboat Sternwheeler cruise
- Deluxe dome railcar for a scenic train journey from Fairbanks to Denali National Park
- Sightseeing in Fairbanks
- Interpretative hike along Otto Lake at the Denali Discovery Center
- Bus tour into Denali National Park (depending on weather and road conditions)
- All taxes and fees
- Luggage handling is included at hotels for a maximum of two pieces of luggage per person
*Maximum group size is 45 – 50 passengers
Exclusions:
- Airfare unless specified in the tour itinerary
- Meals are not included in order to allow for more flexibility
- Laundry, telephone, optional excursions and other items of a personal nature
- Travel Insurance
- Gratuities
- Pre and Post Accommodation
- Airport Transfers
- Everything that is not mentioned in the inclusions and itinerary
- The tour will operate with a driver-guide in a deluxe Sprinter van if there are nine or fewer passengers on the tour
- Triple and Quad occupancy have two double beds in the room
- Gratuities to Tour Directors and Drivers are not included unless specified. Gratuity standards are $9 per person, per day for the tour director and $7 per person, per day for the driver
Optional activities:
Optional Extras:
- Elevate your tour experience by adding the following enhanced services:
- Meet & Greet Services & Transfer
- Pre-Paid Tips (All Services)
- Cruise Ship Transfer
- Denali Dinner Theater
- Fairbanks Salmon Bake
- Lunch on Rail
- All optional excursions are subject to change and availability. Guests can purchase additional meals or tours with the Tour Director while on the tour
- Pre and post accommodation
