Arctic
Alaska by Train
Arctic
Arctic
On this week-long Alaska rail itinerary, explore some of the nation's most treasured wild lands: Denali National Park & Preserve and Kenai Fjords National Park.
Duration: 7 days
Starts: Fairbanks, Alaska
Ends: Anchorage, Alaska
Language: English speaking voyage
FROM:
3,465
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$4,125 GoldStar Service // $3,465 Adventure Class
June - early September 2023
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.
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.
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.
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.
Along the way, you'll have the chance to watch for wildlife by land and sea, and float among glacial icebergs on a guided rafting tour.
Travel Package Highlights:
Day 1
Arrive in Fairbanks. Book an excursion, or explore shops, museums and restaurants at your leisure. Overnight in Fairbanks.
Day 2
Take the Denali Star, the Alaska Railroad's flagship train to Denali National Park. Watch for views of Denali and keep an eye out for wildlife. Later, enjoy an evening of rip-roarin' entertainment and hearty grub at a local dinner theater. Overnight in Denali.
Day 3
Travel into Denali National Park & Preserve on the Denali Backcountry Adventure, a narrated tour of the park by bus. Your guide will interpret the history, flora and fauna as you make your way to the heart of the park, Kantishna. Once there, enjoy a buffet lunch before traveling back to the Park entrance. Overnight in Denali.
Day 4
The morning is at your leisure before your journey back to Anchorage on the Denali Star Train. Overnight in Anchorage.
Day 5
See wild Alaskan brown bears in their natural habitat of Chinitna Bay on a fly-out bear viewing excursion. Overnight in Anchorage.
Day 6
Travel via the Glacier Discovery Train to the Spencer Glacier Whistle Stop. Float among the icebergs at Spencer Glacier and down the Placer River. A short train ride to Portage follows the float tour, and a motorcoach transfer from Portage to Girdwood gets you back in time for dinner. Overnight in Girdwood.
Day 7
Depart early on the Coastal Classic Train to Seward. Upon arrival, cruise Kenai Fjords National Park. See hanging and tidewater glaciers, sea otters, sea lions and perhaps even a whale. Lunch included. Evening train departure to Anchorage.
Day 1
Arrive in Fairbanks. Book an excursion, or explore shops, museums and restaurants at your leisure. Overnight in Fairbanks.
Day 2
Take the Denali Star, the Alaska Railroad's flagship train to Denali National Park. Watch for views of Denali and keep an eye out for wildlife. Later, enjoy an evening of rip-roarin' entertainment and hearty grub at a local dinner theater. Overnight in Denali.
Day 3
Travel into Denali National Park & Preserve on the Denali Backcountry Adventure, a narrated tour of the park by bus. Your guide will interpret the history, flora and fauna as you make your way to the heart of the park, Kantishna. Once there, enjoy a buffet lunch before traveling back to the Park entrance. Overnight in Denali.
Day 4
The morning is at your leisure before your journey back to Anchorage on the Denali Star Train. Overnight in Anchorage.
Day 5
See wild Alaskan brown bears in their natural habitat of Chinitna Bay on a fly-out bear viewing excursion. Overnight in Anchorage.
Day 6
Travel via the Glacier Discovery Train to the Spencer Glacier Whistle Stop. Float among the icebergs at Spencer Glacier and down the Placer River. A short train ride to Portage follows the float tour, and a motorcoach transfer from Portage to Girdwood gets you back in time for dinner. Overnight in Girdwood.
Day 7
Depart early on the Coastal Classic Train to Seward. Upon arrival, cruise Kenai Fjords National Park. See hanging and tidewater glaciers, sea otters, sea lions and perhaps even a whale. Lunch included. Evening train departure to Anchorage.
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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