Day 1: Arrival in Anchorage
Welcome to Anchorage! Upon arrival, your driver transfers you to the centrally-located hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is at your own leisure to relax after the trip or start your independent exploration.
Day 2: Day Trip to Turnagain Arm
Fuel on breakfast, as today you begin exploring awe-inspiring Alaska. Your guide and driver will meet you at the lobby of your hotel and take you along the gorgeous Turnagain Arm towards the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center.
Here you will have a chance to spot Bald eagle, black and brown bears, coyotes, foxes, bison, and many other majestic creatures as you walk through the center with a guide. Don't forget to charge your phone or camera as there will be plenty of picture-worthy scenes along the way.
Following a mouthwatering lunch break, your driver will take you to the Chugach Mountains. After a pleasant time enjoying the views from the observation deck in the mountains, you will head back to the hotel.
Enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure.
Day 3: Matanuska Glacier Summer Tour
Have you ever walked on a thousand-year-old glacier? Well, today is your day. Set your alarm early for today, and don't miss it, as a long and exciting day of hiking in the great Alaskan outdoors is ahead.
Following breakfast, you will make your way to Alaska's largest glacier - Matanuska, and enjoy a full day of sightseeing and immersive activities. You will walk on the glacial ice, as well as learn about the formation of this outstanding natural monument.
You will return to your hotel in the evening and spend it as you wish.
Day 4: Sightseeing on the Way to Talkeetna
It's time to pack and leave Anchorage behind as today you head deeper into Alaska. During the 7-hour road trip, you will have a couple of fascinating stops at Alaskan must-see attractions situated along the way. Firstly, you will spend some time at the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Here you will hear stories from Alaska's Indigenous People, see how they live, and learn more about their history and heritage.
Secondly, you will make a stop by the Iditarod Headquarters in Wasilla. The best place to discover all about an essential part of life in Alaska - dog sledding.
We will also arrange a lunch stop for you in Wasilla or Talkeetna, depending on the precise arrival time. Afterward, you will be taken to your hotel to check-in. You can spend an evening exploring Talkeetna or stay inside and relax.
Day 5: Day in the Air
Are you familiar with flightseeing activity? Let us introduce you to an exciting experience that is on the agenda for today.
You will enjoy the world's most incredible mountain flight and explore the spectacular Alaska Range and Mt. Denali from the top. You might even see or meet climbers who prepare/return from their climbs. By the way, your two-hour flight includes an option to land on a glacier, worthy of considering.
Day 6: Transfer to Denali National Park
After breakfast and a check out from your hotel, your driver will take you to Denali National Park.
Your quick 2,5-hour road trip includes stops for pictures as well as a lunch break.
Day 6: Arrival and Denali National Park
Welcome to Denali National Park, a real treasure for nature-lovers! Upon arrival, you will check-in at your hotel and have some time to freshen up.
Wear your most comfortable pair of shoes as you will meet an Alaskan guide who is prepared to take you on a sightseeing adventure. You will spend today exploring Denali National Park Trails, hiking, learning about different flora and fauna species, taking photos, and just observing the beautiful nature surrounding you.
Day 7: Tundra Wilderness Tour
Are you hoping to make even more use of your hiking shoes? We have great news! Another day exploring the remarkable diversity of Alaskan nature awaits you.
Today, you will enjoy incredible views of the mountain range and the highest peak of North America, as well as see the wildlife inhabitants of Denali Park up close. However, note that The Tundra Wilderness Tour usually takes place as a group activity. Afterward the tour, you will have an option to visit the Denali National Park Visitor Center, for an even more well-rounded educational experience.
Day 8: Panoramic Train Ride
We hope you love train rides as much as we do, as around midday, you will hop on a train taking you on one of the most scenic train rides in the world.
Bringing a book or another way to occupy yourself might not even be needed as the views from the outside will keep you peeled to your big panoramic window.
You will witness amazing sceneries during your 7-hour train ride. They include winding Indian, Susitna, and Knik Rivers, the expansive sight of Hurricane Gulch from the top of a 296-foot bridge (a view to remember), as well as the backdrop of the Chugach mountains.
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Train Denali Star
Day 8: Arrival in Anchorage
Your driver will meet you at the rail station and take you to your centrally located hotel. Check-in, rest, or enjoy your last evening wandering around Anchorage.
Day 9: Departure
Following breakfast, you will check out and meet the driver for your departure transfer to the airport.
We hope you enjoyed traveling with us!
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