Denali To Kenai Fjords Expedition

Duration

08 Days

Min. Age

3+ Years

Group Size

Max 25

Description

Hear tales of the Iditarod from a veteran musher and interact with their sled dogs.
Watch for humpbacks, orcas, and tidewater glaciers on a wilderness cruise in Kenai Fjords National Park.
Ride the rails to Denali aboard a deluxe glass dome rail car, and learn about the park’s dynamic ecosystem from a National Geographic Expert.
Get up close with Alaska’s wildest residents at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, an animal rehabilitation facility featured on the Nat Geo Wild television series Alaska Animal Rescue.

Include / Exclude

To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what’s included and what’s not included in your tour package.

Transfers upon arrival and departure
Transportation provided on-trip
Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary
Meals as indicated in the itinerary
Beer and wine during meals aboard the train (additional inclusions aboard train dependent upon cabin class)
Daily activities and excursions as indicated in the itinerary
All gratuities except the Expedition Leader

Tour Map

This comprehensive map is designed to guide you through an exciting journey filled with remarkable destinations and captivating experiences.

Itinerary

We have carefully planned out each day to give you the best possible experience. From exploring historic landmarks to tasting delicious local cuisine, each day is packed with adventure and excitement.

DAY 1: FAIRBANKS, ALASKA

Arrive at Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) mid-afternoon. Later, hear tales of the Alaska backcountry from an Iditarod veteran and interact with their sled dogs. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome reception and dinner.

Meals Included: Dinner
Accommodations: Springhill Suites

DAY 2: FAIRBANKS / DENALI NATIONAL PARK

Today begins with a scenic ride aboard a deluxe dome rail car train to the entrance of Denali National Park. The glass-domed car provides panoramic views while an outdoor viewing platform offers fresh air and an excellent vantage point for photos. Upon arrival, take a short drive to the Murie Science and Learning Center for an exhilarating “Welcome to Denali” presentation. Then head out to a local restaurant for a tasty lunch. After lunch, enjoy a lecture by your National Geographic Expert at your hotel.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Grande Denali Lodge

DAYS 3-4: DENALI NATIONAL PARK

Spend the next two days enjoying multiple short hikes through Denali National Park to learn more about the unique flora and fauna that are integral to this delicate region’s ecosystem. In the afternoon either relax until dinner or book an optional tour around Denali.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Grande Denali Lodge

DAY 5: DENALI NATIONAL PARK / TALKEETNA

Make your way south to the historic and quirky village of Talkeetna, stopping for lunch in town. Today, enjoy hearing from a local speaker about their experiences in the Alaskan outdoors before on your own at the lodge.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodations: Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge

DAY 6: ANCHORAGE/GIRDWOOD/KENAI PENINSULA

This morning, head towards Anchorage, stopping at the Alaskan Native Heritage Center for a private tour from a Native Culture Bearer. Continue the journey south of Anchorage along the stunningly scenic Seward Highway, past Turnagain Arm and the snowcapped Chugach mountains, which seem to rise out of the mirrored waters of Cook Inlet. This is part of a route that National Geographic has named one of its “Drives of a Lifetime.” Take the tram to the top of Mount Alyeska for panoramic views and visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, featured on the Nat Geo Wild television series Alaska Animal Rescue. The center provides refuge for orphaned, injured, and sick animals that can’t survive in the wild. Later in the afternoon, continue south to our comfortable lodge situated on the banks of the Resurrection River.

Meals Included :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations: Seward Windsong Lodge

DAY 7: KENAI FJORDS NATIONAL PARK

Embark this morning on a scenic cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park. Today is filled with breathtaking views of glaciers and offers great wildlife watching opportunities for all manner of marine life. Steller sea lions can be seen on the rocky islands and Harbor seals are often spotted on ice floes and in the bays. Sea otters bob on the surface, porpoises leap beside the boat and orca, minke, gray and humpback whales are all frequently sighted. Thousands of seabirds call this area home and fill the skies and sea rocks. The highlight of the day is a stop at the base of a tidewater glacier in the hopes of seeing it “calve”-shedding gigantic chunks of ice into the ocean with a thunderous crash. This evening, gather for a farewell dinner at a harbor-front restaurant in Seward.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Seward Windsong Lodge

DAY 8: KENAI FJORDS NATIONAL PARK/ANCHORAGE

Before departing from Kenai, enjoy one last short hike to Exit Glacier. Note the markers showing the glacier’s recession over the past 120 years. Walk the Edge of the Glacier Trail to capture stunning photos in front of glacier ice. Return to Anchorage mid-afternoon and connect with your flight home. Enjoy lunch on your own in Anchorage before visiting the Aviation Museum on your way to the airport.

Meals Included: Breakfast

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