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Signature Alaska Train Vacation
INTRODUCTION
Visit popular destinations like Kenai Fjords and Denali National Park on this 8-day signature Alaska train vacation.
Enjoy bear viewing by floatplane in Redoubt Bay, a Glacier Dog Sled Helicopter Tour in Girdwood, a cruise in the Northwestern Fjord and Goldstar Service on Alaska Railroad.
Everything is included on this signature trip!.
Itinerary at a Glance
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DETAILED ITINERARY
The below itinerary reflects our recommendations for this specific trip. This itinerary is also available in the reverse direction.
Departing Anchorage|Departing Fairbanks
Day 1 Anchorage | Floatplane to Redoubt Bay Bear Viewing Enjoy a half day guided tour with an opportunity to see Alaska’s black and brown bears in their natural habitat. Fly 70 miles southwest of Anchorage by float plane to the entrance of Lake Clark Wilderness Preserve, site of Redoubt Bay Lodge. Here you can view Alaskan resident brown bears up close from one of the lodge’s covered pontoon boats. (Lunch is included)
Day 2 Anchorage to Girdwood | Glacier Dog Sled Heli-Tour Explore Anchorage this morning on a private tour before traveling to the mountain town of Girdwood. Following Turnagain Arm with stops to look for wildlife and take in the beauty of Chugach State Park, you’ll board a helicopter for a glacier landing & dog sledding tour – the best way to experience Alaska! Returning to the heliport you will be transferred back to Alyeska Resort, with the rest of the day at leisure. We have included air tram tickets for the ride to the peak of Alyeska.
Day 3 Girdwood to Seward | Small Group Tour Join your coach midday for a short drive to lunch, then visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center which provides care and rehabilitation for injured and orphaned wildlife. Here you can safely observe and photograph some of Alaska’s largest land animals including moose, bison, elk, deer, caribou, bears and muskox. If time allows, stop at Exit Glacier where a short and easy walk provides an up-close and personal view of a magnificent glacier. Upon arrival in Seward, you’ll be transferred to your hotel. (Lunch is included today)
Day 4 Seward | Kenai Fjords Northwestern Fjord Cruise Today we have arranged for you to take an all-day Kenai Fjords Cruise. Travel farther into Kenai Fjords National Park than with any other cruise and visit the magnificent Northwestern Fjord, home to three amazing tidewater glaciers, numerous alpine glaciers and marine wildlife like Stellar sea lions, seals, humpbacks, orcas and otters. (A continental breakfast & deli-style lunch is included onboard)
Day 5 Seward to Talkeetna | Coach Mid-morning, board a scheduled motorcoach to Talkeetna. The Seward Highway showcases the natural beauty of south central Alaska. Relax and enjoy the scenery while your driver gives you some history of the area along the way. Stop in Anchorage at midday for approx 90 minutes before continuing to Talkeetna.
Day 6 Talkeetna to Denali National Park Entrance | Alaska Railroad This morning take the Denali Star, Alaska Railroad’s flagship train, in the Goldstar Railcar to Denali National Park. The afternoon is open for optional activities such as whitewater rafting down the Nenana River, helicopter flightseeing over the Park, landing on a glacier or hiking. (Lunch is included onboard the train today)
Day 7 Denali National Park Backcountry Tour | Coach | Flightseeing This full-day narrated coach trip explores the entire 148 km/92 mi of Denali Park Road on your way to Denali Backcountry Lodge. With multiple stops for wildlife viewing and photography, your experienced driver-guide will help search for grizzly bears, moose, wolves, caribou and Dall sheep while sharing the biology and geology of the area. For the return trip, board a small Alaskan bush plane for a flightseeing tour back to the park entrance where if weather permits, you will fly close to Mount Denali. (Lunch & snacks included today)
Day 8 Denali National Park Entrance to Fairbanks | Alaska Railroad This morning is at leisure to enjoy optional activities such as: whitewater rafting down the Nenana River, helicopter flightseeing over the park, landing on a glacier or hiking. By early afternoon, board Alaska Railroad’s Denali Star Train in the Goldstar Railcar to Fairbanks. Enjoy the late afternoon scenery as you travel north to Fairbanks where your incredible Alaskan adventure ends. (Dinner is included on board the train today)
Day 1 Fairbanks to Denali | Alaska Railroad This morning, board the Denali Star, Alaska Railroad’s flagship train, in the Goldstar Railcar for a scenic journey to Denali National Park. Arrive late morning; the rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy an optional activity. (Breakfast included onboard the train today)
Day 2 Denali National Park Backcountry Tour | Coach | Flightseeing This full-day narrated coach trip explores the entire 148 km/92 mi of Denali Park Road on your way to Denali Backcountry Lodge. With multiple stops for wildlife viewing and photography, your experienced driver-guide will help search for grizzly bears, moose, wolves, caribou and Dall sheep while sharing the biology and geology of the area. For the return trip, board a small Alaskan bush plane for a flightseeing tour back to the park entrance where if weather permits, you will fly close to Mount Denali (Lunch & snacks included today)
Day 3 Denali National Park Entrance to Talkeetna | Alaska Railroad At midday, board the Alaska Railroad and travel by Goldstar Railcar to Talkeetna, best known as base camp for climbers attempting Mount Denali. The evening is at your leisure. Talkeetna is a small but unique gold mining community, famous for its special charm and for its stunning views of Mount Denali. (Lunch is included onboard the train today)
Day 4 Talkeetna to Seward | Coach This morning depart Talkeetna aboard a comfortable motorcoach. The driver will provide narration as you travel on the nationally recognized Parks Highway through Alaska’s spectacular scenery and small historic towns. Then a layover of 90 minutes in Anchorage so that you can purchase lunch. Continue on to Seward along scenic Cook Inlet and Turnagain Arm.
Day 5 Seward | Kenai Fjords Northwestern Fjord Cruise Today we have arranged for you to take an all-day Kenai Fjords Cruise. Travel farther into Kenai Fjords National Park than with any other cruise and visit the magnificent Northwestern Fjord, home to three amazing tidewater glaciers, numerous alpine glaciers and marine wildlife like Stellar sea lions, seals, humpbacks, orcas and otters. (A continental breakfast & deli-style lunch is included onboard)
Day 6 Seward to Girdwood | Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre Begin your adventure with a stop to view Exit Glacier, then visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center which provides care and rehabilitation for injured and orphaned wildlife. Here you can safely observe and photograph some of Alaska’s largest land animals including moose, bison, elk, deer, caribou, bears and muskox. Take an aerial tram up Alyeska Mountain for views of Turnagain Arm, up to seven “hanging” glaciers and the endless peaks of the Chugach Mountain Range, then find your overnight accommodation, Alyeska Resort, back at the base of the tram. (Lunch is included today)
Day 7 Girdwood to Anchorage | Glacier Dog Sled Helicopter Tour This morning transfer to the helipad for a helicopter ride, a glacier landing & dog sledding (on snow)! There is no better way to see Alaska than from the air, and there’s no better Alaskan activity than dog sledding! While on the glacier your luggage will be collected from the resort and meet you at the helipad for the transfer back to Anchorage with a tour of the city before being taken to your hotel.
Day 8 Anchorage | Floatplane to Redoubt Bay Bear Viewing Enjoy a half day guided day tour with the opportunity to view Alaska’s black and brown bears in their natural habitat. You’ll fly by floatplane, 70 miles southwest of Anchorage to the entrance of Lake Clark Wilderness Preserve, site of Redoubt Bay Lodge to view resident brown bears up close from one of the lodge’s covered pontoon boats. After your tour today your incredible Alaskan adventure comes to an end. (Lunch is included today)
INCLUDED
Package Includes:
- 1 night accommodation in Anchorage
- 1 night accommodation in Girdwood
- 2 nights accommodation in Seward
- 1 night accommodation in Talkeetna
- 2 nights accommodation in Denali
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Bear Viewing Safari with the following inclusions:
- Anchorage hotel to floatplane dock pick up / drop off
- Return float-plane flight between Anchorage and Redoubt Bay
- Bear viewing with professional guides + lunch
- Private Anchorage City Tour with transfer to/ from Girdwood
- Glacier Dog Sled Helicopter Tour
- Aerial tram ride to the peak of Alyeska
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Day tour from Girdwood to Seward with lunch and the following inclusions:
- Admission to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
- Northwestern Fjord Cruise with continental breakfast & lunch
- Shuttle to/from small boat harbour to accommodation
- Seward to Talkeetna scheduled coach transfer with driver commentary
- Alaska Railroad - Talkeetna to Denali Goldstar Service
(Dome car seating, private outdoor viewing deck & meals included onboard train) - Denali Backcountry Adventure Tour with scenic flight back to Denali
- Denali National Park entrance fee
- Alaska Railroad - Denali to Fairbanks Goldstar Service
(Dome car seating, private outdoor viewing deck & meals included onboard train) - Meals as per Itinerary
Hotel & Rail Information | Superior Grade:
- Anchorage - Hilton Anchorage Hotel | Standard Room
- Girdwood - Alyeska Resort | Deluxe Room
- Seward - Seward Windsong Lodge | Standard Room
- Talkeetna - Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge | Guest Lodge Room
- Denali Park Entrance - Grande Denali Lodge | Standard Room
Information Required at Time of Booking:
- Passengers names as per passport
- Date of birth
- Body weight
Alaska Railroad | Goldstar All our itineraries except the Glacier Discovery Train includes Gold Star Dome Service. These railcars feature large curved glass windows that run the full length of the car, allowing excellent 360 degree viewing plus a private outdoor viewing deck. The service is inclusive of all meals that are served in the lower level dining room.
Not Included:
- Gratuities
- Activities other than specified
- Portage fees
DATES & PRICING
Departs from Anchorage: Daily (06 Jun - 26 Aug) (Tour Code: MPANC14)Departs from Fairbanks: Daily (04 Jun - 21 Aug) (Tour Code: MPANC14R)
Date | Twin | Single | Triple | Child |
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Superior Grade | ||||
04 Jun - 26 Aug, 2021 |
$5,683 | $7,960 | $5,112 | $3,159 |
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REVIEWS
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"Loved this vacation!"
We just came back from our Alaska Adventure and wow everything was planned for us so well, the Discover Holidays team are so knowledgeable on Alaska and recommended tours we had no idea we could do. We Ended our vacation at Sheldon Chalets which in itself was a trip of the life time. Thanks Jasmine for the perfect trip.
Ina Dominican Republic
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"Fabulous Alaska!"
All arrangements for our travel throughout Alaska were fabulous! The ease of booking and payment was very much appreciated as we were very late planning our itinerary. We would not have had such a wonderful experience without the assistance of Jennifer and the girls at Alaska By Design. Thank you!
Ann M Australia
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