Ride the mythical Alaskan train and spend 10 days on a fantastic itinerary
Duration: 10 days
Starts: Anchorage, Alaska
Ends: Anchorage, Alaska
Language: English speaking voyage
Train More info about this activity
As steel wheels roll along nearly 500 miles of track, the railroad offers reliable, regularly scheduled service connecting Alaska cities, towns and protected lands – from the larger hubs of Anchorage and Fairbanks, to the charming villages of Talkeetna and Seward, to the treasured wildlands of the Chugach National Forest and Denali National Park.
The Alaska Railroad travels along approximately 500 miles of track with three daily summer trains: the Coastal Classic to Seward, the
Denali Star to Anchorage, Talkeetna, Denali and Fairbanks, and the Glacier Discovery to Whittier, Portage, Spencer Glacier Whistle Stop and Grandview. The Hurricane Turn Flagstop Train runs Thursday through Monday out of Talkeetna during the summer, serving remote homes only accessible by rail.
Aerial Sightseeing More info about this activity
Experience glaciers, icebergs and wildlife from a low-flying aircraft.
A unique photographic opportunity and a birds eye angle to add on this amazing landscapes.
Trekking More info about this activity
Trekking is with no doubt the first and most simple of the outdoor sports.
To wander arund nature in walks of different difficulty with basic equipment and few to worry about is one of the most fullfilling activities one can do.
Communities More info about this activity
The experience is not only about nature, but about the people who live in the places we visit.
We are always welcomed by the locals and respectfully wander around their towns and villages, shareing their lifestyle for a few moments.
Cultural shows and folcloric dances and arts are part of the hightlights of this encounters.
Day 1
Arrive in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Book an excursion, or explore shops, museums and restaurants at your leisure. Overnight in Anchorage.
Day 2
Board the Coastal Classic Train for a breathtaking ride along Turnagain Arm and through scenic Grandview. Upon arrival in Seward, embark on a cruise of Resurrection Bay in search of glaciers, whales, sea lions and more. The onboard Park Ranger ensures you'll stay informed and entertained. Overnight in Seward.
Day 3
Today, explore the charming port community of Seward, Alaska. The Real Alaska Tour promises authentic adventures, including a dog sled ride, lunch at an Alaska roadhouse and a tour to massive Exit Glacier. That afternoon, depart for Anchorage on the Coastal Classic Train. Overnight in Anchorage.
Day 4
Depart for Talkeetna aboard the Denali Star Train. In Talkeetna, experience a thrilling 3.5-hour guided jetboat safari traversing three different rivers. Overnight at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge.
Optional Excursion: add on Denali Flightseeing
Available May 29 – September 6, 2021
Fly to the western end of Denali National Park. Explore the south side of Denali (20,320 feet), Mt. Foraker (17,400 feet) and Mt. Hunter (14,573 feet). Fly over the winding Kahiltna Glacier, the longest glacier in Denali National Park and the location of climber's basecamp. Then, descend into the Sheldon Amphitheater on Ruth Glacier. See well-known peaks such as Moose's Tooth, Broken Tooth and Barille. Fly through the Great Gorge before heading back to Talkeetna.
This 1-hour tour includes: Narrated flightseeing tour of Denali and the Alaska Range
Day 5
Journey to Denali National Park aboard the Denali Star Train. Enjoy an evening of rip-roarin' entertainment at Cabin Nite Dinner Theater. Overnight in Denali.
Day 6
Embark on the Tundra Wilderness Tour, a 6- to 8-hour bus tour of Denali National Park. Wildlife sightings are common, so keep your camera handy. Overnight in Denali.
Day 7
The morning is yours to explore Denali. Later, take the Denali Star Train to Fairbanks, known as the Golden Heart City. Overnight in Fairbanks.
Optional Excursions: add on a morning Denali excursion.
Tundra Wilderness Tour (Unavailable Summer 2021)
One of the most popular tours of Denali National Park! A narrated bus tour takes you across a spectacular slice of the Alaska Range with mountain views and lots of wildlife.
Denali Backcountry Adventure
This 13.5-hour narrated bus trip explores the entire 95-mile restricted Denali Park Road with stunning landscapes and opportunities for wildlife sightings.
Kantishna Experience (Unavailable Summer 2021)
A 12-hour narrated journey to the end of the Park road, Wonder Lake and Kantishna; includes an interpretive stop at the historic cabin of Fannie Quigley, an infamous Kantishna resident.
Alaska Cabin Nite Dinner Theater (Unavailable Summer 2021)
This popular dinner theater highlights Alaska’s frontier past. A family-style, all-you-can-eat dinner of fresh Alaska salmon, BBQ ribs and dessert is served.
Denali Park Zipline Adventure
Soar through the trees and over the tundra on this guided zipline adventure.
Horse Drawn Covered Wagon Ride
Enjoy a relaxing and entertaining expedition into Alaska's scenic backcountry via horse drawn covered wagon. Includes hearty, family-style meal.
River Rafting In Denali
Raft the mighty Nenana River! Choose from a gentle, family-friendly float to a full-day whitewater adventure.
Denali Air Flightseeing Tour (Unavailable Summer 2021)
Breathtaking views, spectacular glaciers, and snow-covered peaks. This fully narrated excursion features incomparable views of the Alaska Range and Denali. Available as a rail day trip from Fairbanks.
Denali Highway Jeep Excursion
Stunning panoramas, frequent wildlife sightings and the chance to see spectacular views of Denali make this guided, 4-hour Denali Highway excursion an unforgettable drive.
Tundra Golf (Unavailable Summer 2021)
Your chance to play nine holes at one of the nation's northernmost golf courses.
Explore Denali Hike (Unavailable Summer 2021)
Challenge your senses on an interpretive hike in Denali National Park. Trek through forests with spectacular views of crystal clear lakes and alpine peaks.
Day 8
Take a tour on the Riverboat Discovery, a historic sternwheeler, for a glimpse of life in Interior Alaska. See dog sledding, an Alaska Indian village and much more. Overnight in Fairbanks.
Day 9
A historical Fairbanks City Tour treats you to the University of Alaska Museum of the North, the trans-Alaska pipeline, and more. Later, fly to Anchorage. Overnight in Anchorage.
Day 10
Depart for Whittier and Prince William Sound aboard the Glacier Discovery Train. Enjoy the 26 Glacier Cruise and see immense tidewater glaciers. Wildlife sightings are common. Return to Anchorage and overnight.
Day 1
Arrive in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Book an excursion, or explore shops, museums and restaurants at your leisure. Overnight in Anchorage.
Day 2
Board the Coastal Classic Train for a breathtaking ride along Turnagain Arm and through scenic Grandview. Upon arrival in Seward, embark on a cruise of Resurrection Bay in search of glaciers, whales, sea lions and more. The onboard Park Ranger ensures you'll stay informed and entertained. Overnight in Seward.
Day 3
Today, explore the charming port community of Seward, Alaska. The Real Alaska Tour promises authentic adventures, including a dog sled ride, lunch at an Alaska roadhouse and a tour to massive Exit Glacier. That afternoon, depart for Anchorage on the Coastal Classic Train. Overnight in Anchorage.
Day 4
Depart for Talkeetna aboard the Denali Star Train. In Talkeetna, experience a thrilling 3.5-hour guided jetboat safari traversing three different rivers. Overnight at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge.
Optional Excursion: add on Denali Flightseeing
Available May 29 – September 6, 2021
Fly to the western end of Denali National Park. Explore the south side of Denali (20,320 feet), Mt. Foraker (17,400 feet) and Mt. Hunter (14,573 feet). Fly over the winding Kahiltna Glacier, the longest glacier in Denali National Park and the location of climber's basecamp. Then, descend into the Sheldon Amphitheater on Ruth Glacier. See well-known peaks such as Moose's Tooth, Broken Tooth and Barille. Fly through the Great Gorge before heading back to Talkeetna.
This 1-hour tour includes: Narrated flightseeing tour of Denali and the Alaska Range
Day 5
Journey to Denali National Park aboard the Denali Star Train. Enjoy an evening of rip-roarin' entertainment at Cabin Nite Dinner Theater. Overnight in Denali.
Day 6
Embark on the Tundra Wilderness Tour, a 6- to 8-hour bus tour of Denali National Park. Wildlife sightings are common, so keep your camera handy. Overnight in Denali.
Day 7
The morning is yours to explore Denali. Later, take the Denali Star Train to Fairbanks, known as the Golden Heart City. Overnight in Fairbanks.
Optional Excursions: add on a morning Denali excursion.
Tundra Wilderness Tour (Unavailable Summer 2021)
One of the most popular tours of Denali National Park! A narrated bus tour takes you across a spectacular slice of the Alaska Range with mountain views and lots of wildlife.
Denali Backcountry Adventure
This 13.5-hour narrated bus trip explores the entire 95-mile restricted Denali Park Road with stunning landscapes and opportunities for wildlife sightings.
Kantishna Experience (Unavailable Summer 2021)
A 12-hour narrated journey to the end of the Park road, Wonder Lake and Kantishna; includes an interpretive stop at the historic cabin of Fannie Quigley, an infamous Kantishna resident.
Alaska Cabin Nite Dinner Theater (Unavailable Summer 2021)
This popular dinner theater highlights Alaska’s frontier past. A family-style, all-you-can-eat dinner of fresh Alaska salmon, BBQ ribs and dessert is served.
Denali Park Zipline Adventure
Soar through the trees and over the tundra on this guided zipline adventure.
Horse Drawn Covered Wagon Ride
Enjoy a relaxing and entertaining expedition into Alaska's scenic backcountry via horse drawn covered wagon. Includes hearty, family-style meal.
River Rafting In Denali
Raft the mighty Nenana River! Choose from a gentle, family-friendly float to a full-day whitewater adventure.
Denali Air Flightseeing Tour (Unavailable Summer 2021)
Breathtaking views, spectacular glaciers, and snow-covered peaks. This fully narrated excursion features incomparable views of the Alaska Range and Denali. Available as a rail day trip from Fairbanks.
Denali Highway Jeep Excursion
Stunning panoramas, frequent wildlife sightings and the chance to see spectacular views of Denali make this guided, 4-hour Denali Highway excursion an unforgettable drive.
Tundra Golf (Unavailable Summer 2021)
Your chance to play nine holes at one of the nation's northernmost golf courses.
Explore Denali Hike (Unavailable Summer 2021)
Challenge your senses on an interpretive hike in Denali National Park. Trek through forests with spectacular views of crystal clear lakes and alpine peaks.
Day 8
Take a tour on the Riverboat Discovery, a historic sternwheeler, for a glimpse of life in Interior Alaska. See dog sledding, an Alaska Indian village and much more. Overnight in Fairbanks.
Day 9
A historical Fairbanks City Tour treats you to the University of Alaska Museum of the North, the trans-Alaska pipeline, and more. Later, fly to Anchorage. Overnight in Anchorage.
Day 10
Depart for Whittier and Prince William Sound aboard the Glacier Discovery Train. Enjoy the 26 Glacier Cruise and see immense tidewater glaciers. Wildlife sightings are common. Return to Anchorage and overnight.
INCLUSIONS
GOLDSTAR SERVICE
The Alaska Railroad’s premium class of service offers passengers an exceptional way to travel across Alaska. Glass-dome ceilings allow for panoramic views as Alaska unfolds along the tracks, and an outdoor, upper-level viewing platform -- the only of its kind in the world -- offers fresh air and an excellent vantage point for photos. On the lower level of GoldStar railcars, passengers enjoy a full-service dining room; GoldStar tickets include meals, all soft beverages and two complimentary adult beverages per trip for passengers over 21.
GoldStar Service features:
• Glass-dome ceilings
• Upper-level outdoor viewing platforms
• Inclusive dining at the lower-level full-service dining car
• Private bar and two complimentary adult beverages
• Comfortable forward-facing seats
• Alaskan tour guide providing narration
• Fully accessible
ADVENTURE CLASS
Experience rail travel across Alaska at our best rate. Adventure Class cars offer comfortable seating and large picture windows. Adventure Class guests are encouraged to travel between railcars, whether to take advantage of the open seating in our Vista Dome cars or visit the Wilderness Café.
Adventure Class features:
• Confirmed seat with large picture windows
• Onboard dining and bar service available for purchase in the Wilderness Café*
• Freedom to explore between Adventure Class cars
• Access to open seating in Vista Dome car (summer only; excludes Glacier Discovery Train)
*No dining or bar service on the Hurricane Turn Train
EXCLUSIONS
Any expenses not specifically mentioned under Inclusions
* The prices are per person in US Dollars, unless expressly specified in a different currency. In that case, payment will be in US dollars at the exchange rate of the day.
** All prices will be re-confirmed by email at the time of booking.
NOTE: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed.
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