Alaska’s Natural Wonders
🕐 DURATION
12 days, 11 nights
📅 DEPARTURE MONTHS
Multiple Departures are available between 6 Jul 2025 & 30 Aug 2026
Book by 30 June 2025 & Save $1000 per person!
☀ Riding the incredible Alaska Railroad to Denali National Park. Watching Alaska’s amazing scenery unfold along Parks Highway, Hatchers Pass and Seward Highway.
Sculpted by ice and fire and characterised by glaciers and snow-capped peaks, Alaska offers adventure in spades. As you journey through the state’s canyons and national parks – by road, rail and sea – you’ll spot incredible wildlife including seals, sea lions and porpoises, learn about the native Athabascan Indian culture, and travel through scenic landscapes and rugged terrain. Our Alaska tours are guaranteed to leave you stirred by the power of Mother Nature.
Below price is for 6 Jul 2025 departure
- From
$8,528$7,508 per person twin share* - From
$12,940$11,920 per person sole traveller*
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Please note: prices are subject to availability at the time of booking and may change or be withdrawn at any time without notice.
Itinerary
| Arrive | Details | Depart | Day 1 | Anchorage Join your tour group at the hotel. | 12:00 | Day 2 | Anchorage - Valdez We travel north through the glacier-carved valley of Matanuska-Susitna. They grow the enormous vegetables here, in the 24-hour daylight. We follow the Matanuska River upstream into the mountains and spend the afternoon travelling through the spectacular mountain passes. On our approach to Valdez we’ll witness the majestic waterfalls crashing at the side of the road. | Day 3 | Prince William Sound - Columbia Glacier We take a step back into the history of Copper River Valley with a visit to Valdez Museum. The rest of our day is dedicated to the natural wonders of Alaskan sea life, beautiful fjords and magnificent glaciers as we take a cruise into Prince William Sound - the vast fjord created by Alaska’s iconic Columbia Glacier. We’ll view the dramatic cascade of ice into the ocean as we watch out for seals, otters, sea lions and porpoises. | Day 4 | Wrangell-St Elias National Park - Fairbanks We continue our journey to the impressive sights and spectacular mountain scenery of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Wrangell-St Elias National Park. We’ll make a stop at the Visitor Center, before continuing to Fairbanks, Alaska’s second-largest city. | Day 5 | Fairbanks - Located 200 miles south of the Arctic Circle, Fairbanks enjoys 21 hours of daylight during summer and high temperatures. A city tour this morning brings to life the town’s gold-mining heritage and we’ll stop at the University of Alaska Fairbanks Museum of the North. A cruise on board a sternwheeler riverboat, guided by local Fairbanks families, combines the colourful history of the river and native traditions, including a visit to a local village recreated by Athabascan Indians. | Day 6 | Fairbanks - Denali We join the Alaska railroad for a memorable rail journey through some of the most scenic and rugged terrain in Alaska, winding through dramatic canyons as we approach Denali. This afternoon and evening are free. | Day 7 | Denali - A day to spend as you choose. Relax, enjoy some of the activities available in Denali or perhaps take in one of the Denali National Park Service Programmes. | Day 8 | Wasilla - This morning is at leisure in Denali before we travel down the Parks Highway to Wasilla, where, weather permitting, you will get a view of Denali. | Day 9 | Hatcher Pass - Anchorage - Seward We travel up to Hatcher Pass, a mountain pass named after Robert Hatcher, a prospector and miner. Situated in the Matanuska-Susitna Valley, it’s a beautiful alpine valley with a spectacular glacier view. We continue to Anchorage before heading towards the harbour town of Seward along the picturesque Seward Highway. Brimming with waterfalls, blue glaciers, mountains, tranquil ponds and stormy ocean fjords, this highway is like a destination in itself. | Day 10 | Seward - The morning is free; maybe visit the Seward Museum, which displays the town’s history through photos and documents, from its first native inhabitants through to the earthquake of 1964. This afternoon we visit the Alaska SeaLife Center, a world-class marine research and rehabilitation facility for sick and injured marine animals including endangered Steller sea lions and harbour seals, as well as sea birds. Situated on the shores of beautiful Resurrection Bay, there’ll be free time to explore here before returning to our hotel. | Day 11 | Anchorage - We travel to Anchorage, stopping en route at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. A local expert will take us on a guided tour, educating us on the land mammals of Alaska with the chance of viewing bears, moose and caribou in their natural setting. Enjoy a city tour of Anchorage this afternoon. | Day 12 | Anchorage - Say goodbye to your tour group for your onward travel. | 06:00 |
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Highlights
- Paddle through the serene waters of Prince William Sound, surrounded by fjords, glaciers, and towering mountains.
- For a unique experience, explore the Park Road by bike. Cyclists can enjoy the road’s stunning views and frequent wildlife encounters.
- Explore downtown Seward, with its charming shops, galleries, and restaurants.
Inclusions
- 11 Nights In Hotels Accommodation –
- Transport – Travel In Destination By Coach
Exclusions
- Airfares
- Travel Insurance
Fine Print
- Prices are subject to availability
- Fare includes all taxes and port charges
- Travel insurance not included; customers are advised to purchase appropriate cover after booking
- Itinerary is subject to change without notice
- Visas/ESTA’s are not included
- All travellers must have a valid passport for international travel and many countries require at least 6 months validity from the date of return and some countries require a machine-readable passport.
Extras
TRAVEL ADVICE: We recommend that you contact the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade or visit their website at www.smartraveller.gov.au for general travel advice, as well as specific advice (including safety alert levels) relating to the destination you wish to visit. You can also register your travel plans with DFAT, so that you may be more easily contacted in an emergency.
12 excursions & visits
- Visits to Valdez Museum; Athabascan Indian Village; and the University of Alaska Fairbanks Museum of the North
- Prince William Sound cruise with Columbia Glacier
- Entrance to Wrangell-St Elias Visitor Center; the Alaska SeaLife Center; and Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (with guided tour)
- City tours of Fairbanks and Anchorage
- Riverboat Discovery cruise on board a Fairbanks sternwheeler
- Scenic drives along Parks Highway, Hatcher Pass and Seward Highway
- Train ride from Fairbanks to Denali
Accommodation
- Crowne Plaza Anchorage-Midtown (2 Nights)
- Best Western Valdez (2 Nights)
- Bridgewater Hotel, Fairbanks (2 Nights)
- Denali Park Village Lodge (2 Nights)
- Grandview Inn, Wasilla
- Seward Windsong Lodge (2 Nights)
FAQs
- Warm, waterproof clothing, regardless of the season (layers are essential).
- A good camera with a telephoto lens for wildlife photography.
- Comfortable hiking shoes, gloves, and a hat.
- Binoculars for spotting wildlife and distant glaciers.
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