Majestic Alaska
Majestic Alaska
Anchorage, Alaska
Railroad to Denali National Park
Fairbanks Alaska
Fairbanks Alaska
Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, Alaska
$5645
Majestic Alaska
10 Days Starting and ending in Anchorage, United States
Visiting: Anchorage, Alaska Native Heritage Center, Denali National Park, Fairbanks, Valdez, Historic Rika Roadhouse, Wrangell St. Elias Visitors Center, Prince William Sound, Columbia Glacier, Thompson Pass, Musk Ox Farm, Seward, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Kenai Fjords National Park
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Tour code:
DSMAZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Majestic Alaska" tour, a captivating journey through the breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cities of Alaska. Begin your adventure in Anchorage, exploring its vibrant culture before venturing into the wilderness of Denali National Park. Discover the unique flora and fauna with expert guidance and enjoy the luxury of a scenic train journey aboard the Alaska Railroad. Experience the historical charm of Fairbanks and the stunning beauty of Valdez, where you can spot wildlife like seals and otters. Cruise through the icy waters of Prince William Sound and Kenai Fjords National Park, marveling at glaciers and marine life. Stay in carefully selected accommodations, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout your journey. With expert guides, flexible sightseeing options, and a focus on eco-conscious travel, this tour offers an unforgettable Alaskan experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Start Your Adventure In Anchorage
Location: Anchorage
Accommodation: Sheraton Anchorage
Accommodation Name: Hilton Anchorage
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to the edge of the wilderness – to a city surrounded by uninhabited landscapes and the perfect springboard to an epic adventure through Alaska. Spend the day recovering from your journey before joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening for dinner.
Day 2: Step Into The Wilderness Of Denali National Park
Location: Anchorage, Alaska Native Heritage Center, Denali National Park
Accommodation: Denali Park Village
Accommodation Name: Denali Park Village
Meals Included: Breakfast
Kickstart your day with a brief Anchorage City Tour before your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience visiting the Alaska Native Heritage Center. You’ll love learning about the traditional and contemporary ways of Alaska’s Indigenous cultures, journeying through 10,000 years of Alaska Native history and culture through art, dance, exhibits, traditional Native dwellings, films and more. Unlock more local secrets at the Center on an Indigenous Plants Tour MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience where you’ll discover plants’ nutritional and health benefits. The evening is then yours to spend as you like.
Day 3: Uncover The Natural History Of Denali
Location: Denali National Park
Accommodation: Denali Park Village
Accommodation Name: Denali Park Village
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, a Local Specialist reveals insights into the rare subarctic flora and fauna of Denali National Park and Preserve. With the park just a short drive away from your hotel, you'll find a number of ways to enjoy the Alaskan wilderness on your own or spend the day partaking in one of our optional activities. With Denali, the highest peak in North America at the center of it all, the park consists of 6 million acres of tundra, boreal forest and ice-capped mountains. This magnificent land is nature at its most pure yet has something to offer all.
Day 4: Explore Denali And Venture To Fairbanks
Location: Denali National Park, Fairbanks
Accommodation: River's Edge Resort
Accommodation Name: River's Edge Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Tune into your beautiful surrounds as you’ll have the whole morning to connect with Denali on your terms. Later, we’ll board a deluxe dome railcar on the Alaska Railroad, and make our way to the Golden Heart City of Fairbanks. A delicious meal is served aboard the train before our arrival in Alaska’s Northern Lights capital.
Day 5: Dig Deep Into Alaskan Culture Dive Into Culture Connect with Locals
Location: Fairbanks
Accommodation: River's Edge Resort
Accommodation Name: River's Edge Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, you will enjoy a city tour of Fairbanks. Then you'll be digging into insights of Alaska's Gold Rush. Dive Into Culture with Fairbanks’ own Gold Daughters who will guide you through the process of panning for gold in real Alaskan paydirt. To conclude your day, Connect With Locals and enjoy a special visit to the home of David Monson, a local Dog Mushing celebrity, to learn about the sport of Dog Mushing in Alaska. Join him and his dogs for a Be My Guest experience.
Day 6: Take A Scenic Journey To Valdez
Location: Valdez, Historic Rika Roadhouse, Wrangell St. Elias Visitors Center
Accommodation: Best Western Valdez Harbour Inn
Accommodation Name: Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
We journey south to the port community of Valdez located along Prince William Sound. As you carve your way through this rugged state you’ll view the snow-capped summits of the Alaska Range. Stretch your legs during a brief stop at the Historic Rika Roadhouse, an important crossroads for travelers, and the Wrangell St. Elias Visitors Center, before arriving in Valdez.
Day 7: Spot The Wildlife Of Valdez
Location: Valdez, Prince William Sound, Columbia Glacier
Accommodation: Best Western Valdez Harbour Inn
Accommodation Name: Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Delve into the heritage and culture of Valdez, the Copper River Basin and Prince William Sound during this morning’s visit to the Valdez Museum. Keep a keen eye out for seals, otters, sea lions and porpoises as you cruise around Prince William Sound, admiring the plunging ice cliffs of Columbia Glacier which have calved giant icebergs into the bay. Enjoy lunch against the backdrop of your wild surrounds before returning to Valdez, your home for a second night.
Day 8: Travel Back To Anchorage Make Travel Matter
Location: Thompson Pass, Musk Ox Farm, Anchorage
Accommodation: Sheraton Anchorage
Accommodation Name: Hilton Anchorage
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We begin our return journey to Anchorage this morning, crossing Thompson Pass. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience during your afternoon stop at the Musk Ox Farm. Here you’ll join a Local Specialist for a guided tour to view the Artic Musk Oxen and learn how this non-profit organization promotes sustainable agriculture practice. Continuing your journey west, arriving in Anchorage later today where you’ll toast to new friends over a memorable dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 9: Glance At Glaciers Make Travel Matter
Location: Seward, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Kenai Fjords National Park
Accommodation: Sheraton Anchorage
Accommodation Name: Hilton Anchorage
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
We journey along the Scenic Seward Byway this morning to the port community of Seward. Our first stop is for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where a Local Specialist will reveal the role of this wildlife rehabilitation center. Next up is a sightseeing cruise, including lunch, into the icy heart of Kenai Fjords National Park. Share the waters with Humpback whales and glacial icebergs.
Day 10: Depart Anchorage
Location: Anchorage
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our adventure through the rugged Alaskan wilderness has come to an end. Depart Anchorage at leisure.
What's Included
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Expert Travel Director and Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included in the tour.
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Cherry-picked hotels
Accommodation in cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted is included.
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Porterage and restaurant gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included in the tour.
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Hotel tips, charges, and local taxes
All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are included.
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Sightseeing and extras
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras are included in the tour.
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Audio headsets
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing are provided.
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Transport and transfers
All transport and transfers as shown in the itinerary are included.
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Luxury air-conditioned coach
Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.
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Optional experiences and free time
Optional experiences and free time are part of the tour.
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Alternative hotels
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
What's Not Included
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Personal expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
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Flights
Flights to and from the starting and ending points of the tour are not included.
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Visa fees
Visa fees and any related travel documentation are not included.
Dining Summary
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 9 Breakfast (B)
- 2 Lunch (L)
Dive Into Culture
- Fairbanks: Pan for gold with Fairbanks’ own Gold Daughters and learn the process of panning for gold as well as ice age fossils and cool minerals.
Mode of Transport
Travel in luxury with a deluxe motorcoach and enjoy scenic rail journeys aboard the Alaska Railroad's dome railcar. Experience the beauty of Alaska with a scenic cruise through Prince William Sound and Kenai Fjords National Park.
Accommodation
Stay at the Hilton Anchorage and Denali Park Village, offering proximity to Denali National Park. Enjoy the River's Edge Resort in Fairbanks and the Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn in Valdez, providing comfort and convenience throughout your Alaskan adventure.
Dive into Culture
- Fairbanks: Pan for gold with Fairbanks’ own Gold Daughters and learn the process of panning for gold as well as ice age fossils and cool minerals.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of wildlife can I expect to see during the tour?
During the tour, you can expect to see a variety of wildlife including seals, otters, sea lions, and porpoises in Valdez and Prince William Sound. Additionally, you may encounter wildlife at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and during the scenic cruise in Kenai Fjords National Park.
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What unique cultural experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes several unique cultural experiences such as visiting the Alaska Native Heritage Center to learn about Alaska's Indigenous cultures, panning for gold with Fairbanks' own Gold Daughters, and a special visit to the home of David Monson, a local Dog Mushing celebrity, to learn about the sport of Dog Mushing in Alaska.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour includes travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi, scenic rail journeys aboard the Alaska Railroad's dome railcar, and a scenic cruise through Prince William Sound and Kenai Fjords National Park.
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Are there any special experiences related to nature and conservation on this tour?
Yes, the tour includes a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at the Musk Ox Farm, where you will learn about sustainable agriculture practices, and a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to understand the role of wildlife rehabilitation.
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What kind of accommodations are provided during the tour?
Accommodations include stays at the Hilton Anchorage, Denali Park Village, River's Edge Resort in Fairbanks, and the Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn in Valdez. These are cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted, providing comfort and convenience throughout the tour.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
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