Alaska Greatland Explorer 6 days / 5 nights
Trip Overview
This Alaska rail vacation sees you into Denali National Park to see the array of wildlife dwelling in the shadows of North America’s highest point, Mount Mckinley, as well as getting acquainted with the eclectic cities and beautiful surroundings of the region. Begin your Alaska vacation in Anchorage, travel to Denali for a guided tour, then take the Alaska Railroad to Fairbanks. Your 5 day journey ends as you return to Anchorage, completing a memorable circle trip of this remarkable part of the world.Trip Images
A picture perfect postcard with the mountains of Alaska and a grizzly bear have a drink!
The rolling hills and wildflowers of Alaska.
Explore the wild Alaskan landscape by Train
Would you like to cuddle this cute little North American porcupine?
Map
1 night Anchorage
1 night Denali
Rail trip Fairbanks
2 nights Fairbanks
Fly to Anchorage
1 night Anchorage
Depart Anchorage
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 - Anchorage Arrival Arrive in Anchorage and transfer on own to your hotel. Enjoy a one-hour Anchorage Trolley Tour this afternoon that will get you acquainted with the sights and charms of the quirky town with its unique frontier spirit. Overnight Anchorage.
Day 2 - Anchorage to Denali
Travel by tour bus to Denali National Park. Upon arrival in Denali spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure exploring the natural wonders of the park. Overnight Denali.
Day 3 - Denali to Fairbanks Wake up early this morning for your 6-8 hr Alaska wildlife tour into Denali National Park - it’s the best time to see the animals. Keep an eye out for grizzly bears, moose, caribou and Dall sheep. After your tour you will collect your luggage and make your way to the train station for an afternoon departure on board Alaska Rail from Denali to Fairbanks - Alaskan travel in style. Overnight Fairbanks.
Day 4 - Fairbanks This morning depart on a full day guided sightseeing tour of Fairbanks, which includes a sternwheeler riverboat cruise. Explore Fairbanks – the largest city in the interior region of Alaska - with a local transportation pass allowing multiple transfers to points of interest and city highlights. A sight worth including on your Alaska tour is Pioneer Park. It contains museums, an old riverboat, and several historic buildings in addition to the Palace Theatre and Saloon, which gives a musical presentation of the history of Fairbanks.
Day 5 - Fairbanks / Arctic Tour Options
Ask your Fresh Tracks agent about taking a guided tour to Anaktuvuk Pass - with crossing of the Alaska Arctic Circle - or a day trip to Barrow. Alternately, you can explore Fairbanks at your own pace. An evening flight returns you to Anchorage. Overnight Anchorage. (Day excursions are NOT included.)
Day 6 - Fairbanks to Anchorage Your Alaska tour comes to an end with check-out from your hotel.
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Accommodations
Standard or first class hotelsOptions & Upgrades
• Level One - Standard Program:Overnights are in good tourist class / moderate class hotels (in Denali accommodation can also be cabin style). Journey on the Alaska Railroad from Denali to Fairbanks is in coach class.
• Level Two - Upgraded Program:
Overnights are in better moderate class / first class propertise. Journey on the Alaska Railroad from Denali to Fairbanks is in first class.
• Upgrade to First Class on train on level one
• Add on an Arctic day tour
• Additional nights and tours in Alaska - ask Fresh Tracks to customize this Alaska vacation
Dates & Prices
2010 Package Start Dates Departs daily May 20 - September 10| Standard | USD $ | |
| Double | Single | |
| May 20 - May 29 2010 | 1,419 | 2,041 |
| May 30 - Aug 31 2010 | 1,473 | 2,130 |
| Sep 1 - Sep 10 2010 | 1,333 | 1,873 |
| Superior | USD $ | CAD $ | ||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | |
| May 20 - May 29 2010 | 1,793 | 2,653 | ||
| May 30 - Aug 31 2010 | 1,899 | 2,847 | ||
| Sep 1 - Sep 10 2010 | 1,793 | 2,653 | ||
• Prices are per person
• Double means two people sharing a room
• Triple, Quad and Child rates are available
Includes
• 5 nights accommodation
• Anchorage Trolley Tour (may be replaced with admission to Alaska Native heritage centre based on availability)
• Bus transfer Anchorage to Denali
• Denali Park Tour (includes snack)
• One-way Alaska railroad Denali to Fairbanks - Standard hotel option includes coach class on train, Superior Hotel option includes first class service on train
• Full day guided sightseeing tour of Fairbanks and sternwheeler riverboat
• Scheduled Flight one-way to Anchorage from Fairbanks
• Documentation package
• Hotel shuttles, documentation, all taxes.
Not Included
• Airfare to/from Anchorage
• Meals and attractions, unless otherwise specified
• Arctic Tour options
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
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