Best of Alaska - 11 Spectacular Days! Back
Featuring Fairbanks, Denali, Anchorage, Soldotna, Kenai, Homer, Girdwood and Whittier
11 Day Package
Guaranteed Departure!


12 Meals Included
Departing Sunday, July 25, 2010

Price Per Person:
$2545.00 Double Occupancy
$3660.00 Single Occupancy
$2260.00 Triple Occupancy
$2085.00 Quad Occupancy


A truly unique tour from the creators of imaginative Alaska tour itineraries! Includes a mix of transportation by land and sea aboard deluxe coach, day cruising vessel, railroad and riverboat. In Fairbanks, highlights include traveling a step back in time aboard an authentic riverboat and viewing a magical gold exhibit. In Denali, search the pristine wilderness for grizzly, moose, caribou as well as view incredible flora and fauna found around every corner. In Anchorage, be immersed in native culture and hear historic accounts of this thriving cosmopolitan city. Explore the Kenai Peninsula, known as the place Alaskans go to play. Meet homesteaders who traveled on dirt roads a short forty years ago; take a dock walk along the salmon rich Kenai River and learn the impact of the fishing community; learn about the Russian Orthodox culture in Old Town Kenai and view the seabirds of Homer. In Prince William Sound enter a world where wonders never cease and hear the crackle of glaciers.
This tour is ideal for those wanting an in-depth tour featuring the Best of Alaska.
Daily Itinerary:
Day 1
Sunday, 7/25/2010 - Fly into Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city. Transfer via hotel courtesy shuttle and overnight in Anchorage.
Day 2
Monday, 7/26/2010 - Deluxe motorcoach for today’s spectacular narrated journey to Fairbanks; known to Alaskans as the Golden Heart City. Drive through the Matanuska Susitna Valley where world record monster size vegetables grow in the 24-hour daylight and hear agricultural tales. The route takes you along the Wrangell- St. Elias National Park, the largest park in the U.S. and the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. Overnight Fairbanks.
Breakfast
Day 3
Tuesday, 7/27/2010 - Cruise on the Chena River aboard a sternwheeler and experience the thrill of river travel. Travel back to the time when traditional riverboats plied the waterways of Alaska’s interior during the late 1800’s. Tonight, partake in an optional authentic salmon bake. Overnight Fairbanks.
Breakfast
Day 4
Wednesday, 7/28/2010 - Ride the motorcoach south to Denali National Park. Enjoy an afternoon of exploring this pristine area at your leisure by either participating in a complimentary park service activity or optional tour. There are many to choose from including mild or wild river rafting, flight seeing Mt. McKinley, a jet boat safari on the Nenana River or a visit to the award winning dog kennels of 2006 Iditarod champion, Jeff King. Overnight Denali.
Breakfast
Day 5
Thursday, 7/29/2010 - Today travel deep into Denali National Park on the Tundra Wilderness Tour and search the pristine wilderness for bear, moose, caribou, and Dall sheep. This six to eight hour journey is narrated allowing for insight into the animals, flora and fauna of this spectacular region. Overnight Denali.
Breakfast
Day 6
Friday, 7/30/2010 - Enjoy a morning of leisure for on own exploration. This afternoon board the world famous Alaska Railroad for the day trip to Anchorage. As you travel along the Susitna River, you may catch a glimpse of the majestic Mt. McKinley or black bear along the banks. Overnight Anchorage.
Breakfast
Day 7
Saturday, 7/31/2010 - Enjoy a city tour of Anchorage, which includes the historic downtown district. You'll enjoy a visit to the Alaska Native Heritage Center, a gathering place that celebrates, perpetuates and shares Alaska Native cultures. Tonight, feast on an Alaskan style meal and share tales from the road with your traveling companions. Overnight Anchorage.
Breakfast
Dinner
Day 8
Sunday, 8/1/2010 - Motorcoach tour to the central peninsula community of Kenai. Travel through the old town village and learn about the Russian Orthodox influence. Continue south and see spectacular scenery like volcanoes on the far side of the Cook Inlet, lush green valleys and an array of wildflowers. Visit the Alaska Islands & Ocean Center, your window to the largest seabird refuge in the world. "Welcome to Homer" dinner included. Overnight in Homer.
Breakfast
Dinner
Day 9
Monday, 8/2/2010 - Head north to Soldotna and the banks of the Kenai River. Take a stroll down the dock to watch fishermen in this world class destination and visit the Historical Society Museum to see early homestead cabins, the first area schoolhouse and enjoy the nature trail. Continue to Girdwood, located in the scenic Portage River Valley. Overnight Girdwood.
Breakfast
Day 10
Tuesday, 8/3/2010 - Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center for a look at some of Alaska’s land critters. Continue touring to the port of Whittier and cruise the calm and protected waters of Prince William Sound. Come face to face with tidewater glaciers plus an amazing array of wildlife. Motorcoach tour to Anchorage for overnight accommodations.
Breakfast
Lunch
Day 11
Wednesday, 8/4/2010 - Homeward Bound - Your Best of Alaska Escorted Land Tour comes to an end with a hotel courtesy transfer to the airport.
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