Arctic
Alaska Land Tours
Arctic
Arctic
This 15-day self-drive itinerary routes through Alaska's most popular destinations, including breathtaking Denali and towering glaciers. Explore this diverse wilderness at your own pace, with countless opportunities for once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
Duration: 15 days / 14 nights
Starts: Anchorage, United States
Ends: Anchorage, United States
Language: English speaking voyage
Available from June 1 to August 31, 2026, offering optimal summer exploration.
FROM:
USD $2.412.-
Single USD $6.992
Double USD $3.520
Triple USD $2.412
(Price per person)
Car Rental More info about this activity
Itineraries created for Road Trip lovers, so you can enjoy all this amazing destinations have to offer.
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.
Coach or Van tours More info about this activity
Coach, Bus or Van excursions with specialized guides or just as a means of transportation from one point to the next.
Kayaking More info about this activity
The experience of sea kayaking in the humbling wilderness of Antarctica or the Arctic is guaranteed to stir your soul.
Sea kayaking is one of the highlights for any Polar Traveller, providing ice and weather conditions are assessed as safe by your Expedition Team.
This activity requires previous kayaking experience.
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.
Hiking More info about this activity
Hiking options include very easy beach hikes (good for photographers who need time for photography), easier short hikes, medium-difficulty extended hikes, and more challenging long hikes.
Fishing More info about this activity
Assisted by the naturalist or local guides, you will look for the perfect spot and spend a quiet momento practicing this sport or you will cut your hole on the ice floe or on frozen lakes and try to catch fish using an ancestral method. This activity off the beaten path will equally delight fans of sports fishing and those who are curious for new discoveries.
Boat Excursions More info about this activity
One of the most popular and effective ways to tour around those places that by land are inaccesible, and in the process enjoy the wildlife of the place.
Helicopter Tours More info about this activity
To access certain colonies, especially Emperor penguin, this type of transport is essential. Enjoy also scenic flights, watching the majestic ice barriers or the tabular icebergs from the air. A unique experience only available with few operators and exceptional itineraries.
Helicopter operations can be influenced by a lot of factors, such as but not limited to weather, sea and sea-ice conditions, flying time/distance restrictions and visibility.
Dog Sled More info about this activity
Enjoy, participate or view a true Dog Sled and the Mushers on the spot! Believe it or not, this dog are at their happiest moments when they are racing or traversing in the wild.
Sometimes the activity just consists on a Kennel visit and guided tour.
Embark on a spectacular 15-day self-drive adventure through Alaska's most iconic destinations, where breathtaking Denali, towering glaciers, and diverse wildlife promise countless opportunities for once-in-a-lifetime experiences. This journey allows you to explore unique places like Anchorage, Denali National Park, Fairbanks, and the Kenai Peninsula at your own comfortable pace. The itinerary includes key stops such as the colorful town of Talkeetna for optional river safaris, and Seward, the gateway to the stunning Kenai Fjords National Park.
You will traverse the famous Seward Highway along the "Turnagain Arm" and reach Homer, known as the "end of the road" with picturesque views overlooking Kachemak Bay. Key excursions include a half-day shuttle bus trip into Denali National Park for scenic views and backcountry hiking, and opportunities in Valdez to embark on boat tours for viewing abundant marine wildlife and calving glaciers.
Highlights:
Self-drive exploration of the most popular destinations in Alaska
Half-day shuttle bus excursion to the East Fork area of Denali National Park
Scenic drive along the National Scenic Byway, the Seward Highway (Turnagain Arm)
Opportunities for guided bear viewing and deep-sea halibut fishing in Homer
Optional activities include sea kayaking, helicopter dog sledding, and flight seeing tours
Day 1: Anchorage, Alaska
Arrival and Rental Car Pick-up
Arrive in Alaska’s largest city, Anchorage, and pick up your rental car. A Milepost Travel Guide will be waiting for you upon check in at your hotel. Spend the overnight in Anchorage.
Day 2: Anchorage to Talkeetna
Scenic Drive and Optional Jetboat Safari
Head north to the colorful town of Talkeetna (approximately 3 hours, 112 miles, 180 km). Here, enjoy an optional scenic jetboat safari along the Susitna and Talkeetna Rivers. If the weather allows, you may catch a glimpse of Mount Denali. Overnight in Talkeetna.
Day 3: Talkeetna to Denali Park Entrance
Optional Flight Seeing and Drive North
This morning offers time for an optional flight seeing tour. Continue north to the Denali Park Entrance for your overnight (approximately 3 hours, 151 miles, 243 km).
Day 4: Denali National Park Exploration
East Fork Shuttle and Backcountry Hiking
Spend the day exploring Denali National Park on a shuttle bus to the East Fork area. This half-day bus trip is ideal for those looking to spend time hiking in the backcountry of the park. The journey offers scenic views and wildlife viewing opportunities while traveling over Sable Pass. Overnight near the Denali National Park entrance.
Day 5: Denali to Fairbanks
Drive to Interior Alaska
Depart Denali for an enjoyable drive to Fairbanks, a city located in the interior of Alaska, (approximately 3 hours, 125 miles, 201 km). Keep an eye out for wildlife and other photo opportunities along the way. Relax at your leisure in the evening. Overnight in Fairbanks.
Day 6: Fairbanks to Valdez
Cultural Sites and Trans-Alaska Pipeline Terminus
Explore Fairbanks this morning, home to the University of Alaska Museum of the North, one of Alaska’s premier cultural attractions. Depart Fairbanks and continue your journey on to Valdez, the terminus of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. Overnight in Valdez.
Day 7: Valdez and Prince William Sound
Glacier Views and Marine Wildlife
Valdez is the gateway to Prince William Sound. The day is free at your leisure to explore. Optional activities include a guided sea kayaking adventure among giant icebergs, or embarking by boat to view the abundant marine wildlife and calving glaciers. Overnight in Valdez.
Day 8: Valdez to Palmer
Scenic Drive to Matanuska Valley
Depart Valdez for the scenic Matanuska Valley. Overnight at Alaska Backcountry Cottages.
Day 9: Palmer and Matanuska Valley Activities
Outdoor Adventures and Knik Glacier
Explore the Matanuska Valley, which features abundant outdoor activities. Explore on your own with a hike, helicopter flight seeing, or an exciting airboat excursion to reach the face of the Knik Glacier. Overnight at Alaska Backcountry Cottages.
Day 10: Palmer to Seward
Seward Highway and Turnagain Arm
Head south along a scenic stretch of the Seward Highway, famously known as “Turnagain Arm” and named a national scenic byway. Optional stops en route include the Alyeska Resort Aerial Tramway, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, or Begich Boggs Visitor Center at Portage Lake. Arrive in the seaside community of Seward for your overnight.
Day 11: Seward Exploration
Kenai Fjords, SeaLife Center, and Dog Sledding
Spend another overnight in Seward. The day is free to choose as much or as little as you’d like to do. Optional excursions feature cruising Kenai Fjords National Park, touring the Alaska SeaLife Center, helicopter dog sledding, Exit Glacier hikes, and more. Overnight in Seward.
Day 12: Seward to Homer
End of the Road and Kachemak Bay Views
Depart Seward and travel to Homer, the “end of the road”. Explore the “spit” area with raised boardwalks, sandy beaches, and picturesque views overlooking Kachemak Bay. Overnight in Homer.
Day 13: Homer Free Day
Bear Viewing, Ferry Tours, and Halibut Fishing
Enjoy a free day exploring Homer on your own. Choose from exciting options such as guided bear viewing, a ferry to Seldovia, or deep-sea fishing for the world-famous “Barn Door” Halibut. Overnight in Homer.
Day 14: Homer to Anchorage
Return Journey and Wildlife Spotting
Depart Homer for your return to Anchorage. Be sure to watch for Beluga Whales in Cook Inlet and Dall Sheep along the rocky cliffs on your way back. Overnight in Anchorage.
Day 15: Anchorage Departure
Rental Car Return and Tour End
Return your rental car today. End of tour.
Day 1: Anchorage, Alaska
Arrival and Rental Car Pick-up
Arrive in Alaska’s largest city, Anchorage, and pick up your rental car. A Milepost Travel Guide will be waiting for you upon check in at your hotel. Spend the overnight in Anchorage.
Day 2: Anchorage to Talkeetna
Scenic Drive and Optional Jetboat Safari
Head north to the colorful town of Talkeetna (approximately 3 hours, 112 miles, 180 km). Here, enjoy an optional scenic jetboat safari along the Susitna and Talkeetna Rivers. If the weather allows, you may catch a glimpse of Mount Denali. Overnight in Talkeetna.
Day 3: Talkeetna to Denali Park Entrance
Optional Flight Seeing and Drive North
This morning offers time for an optional flight seeing tour. Continue north to the Denali Park Entrance for your overnight (approximately 3 hours, 151 miles, 243 km).
Day 4: Denali National Park Exploration
East Fork Shuttle and Backcountry Hiking
Spend the day exploring Denali National Park on a shuttle bus to the East Fork area. This half-day bus trip is ideal for those looking to spend time hiking in the backcountry of the park. The journey offers scenic views and wildlife viewing opportunities while traveling over Sable Pass. Overnight near the Denali National Park entrance.
Day 5: Denali to Fairbanks
Drive to Interior Alaska
Depart Denali for an enjoyable drive to Fairbanks, a city located in the interior of Alaska, (approximately 3 hours, 125 miles, 201 km). Keep an eye out for wildlife and other photo opportunities along the way. Relax at your leisure in the evening. Overnight in Fairbanks.
Day 6: Fairbanks to Valdez
Cultural Sites and Trans-Alaska Pipeline Terminus
Explore Fairbanks this morning, home to the University of Alaska Museum of the North, one of Alaska’s premier cultural attractions. Depart Fairbanks and continue your journey on to Valdez, the terminus of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. Overnight in Valdez.
Day 7: Valdez and Prince William Sound
Glacier Views and Marine Wildlife
Valdez is the gateway to Prince William Sound. The day is free at your leisure to explore. Optional activities include a guided sea kayaking adventure among giant icebergs, or embarking by boat to view the abundant marine wildlife and calving glaciers. Overnight in Valdez.
Day 8: Valdez to Palmer
Scenic Drive to Matanuska Valley
Depart Valdez for the scenic Matanuska Valley. Overnight at Alaska Backcountry Cottages.
Day 9: Palmer and Matanuska Valley Activities
Outdoor Adventures and Knik Glacier
Explore the Matanuska Valley, which features abundant outdoor activities. Explore on your own with a hike, helicopter flight seeing, or an exciting airboat excursion to reach the face of the Knik Glacier. Overnight at Alaska Backcountry Cottages.
Day 10: Palmer to Seward
Seward Highway and Turnagain Arm
Head south along a scenic stretch of the Seward Highway, famously known as “Turnagain Arm” and named a national scenic byway. Optional stops en route include the Alyeska Resort Aerial Tramway, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, or Begich Boggs Visitor Center at Portage Lake. Arrive in the seaside community of Seward for your overnight.
Day 11: Seward Exploration
Kenai Fjords, SeaLife Center, and Dog Sledding
Spend another overnight in Seward. The day is free to choose as much or as little as you’d like to do. Optional excursions feature cruising Kenai Fjords National Park, touring the Alaska SeaLife Center, helicopter dog sledding, Exit Glacier hikes, and more. Overnight in Seward.
Day 12: Seward to Homer
End of the Road and Kachemak Bay Views
Depart Seward and travel to Homer, the “end of the road”. Explore the “spit” area with raised boardwalks, sandy beaches, and picturesque views overlooking Kachemak Bay. Overnight in Homer.
Day 13: Homer Free Day
Bear Viewing, Ferry Tours, and Halibut Fishing
Enjoy a free day exploring Homer on your own. Choose from exciting options such as guided bear viewing, a ferry to Seldovia, or deep-sea fishing for the world-famous “Barn Door” Halibut. Overnight in Homer.
Day 14: Homer to Anchorage
Return Journey and Wildlife Spotting
Depart Homer for your return to Anchorage. Be sure to watch for Beluga Whales in Cook Inlet and Dall Sheep along the rocky cliffs on your way back. Overnight in Anchorage.
Day 15: Anchorage Departure
Rental Car Return and Tour End
Return your rental car today. End of tour.
INCLUSIONS
Overnight accommodations
All applicable taxes and fees
East Fork shuttle bus excursion.
EXCLUSIONS
Rental car
Meals are not included unless noted above.
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Personal expenses.
Any other service not mentioned in the programme.
* 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.
** Rates are correct at the time of publication. 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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