Alaska Coast to Denali Journey

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This week-long Alaska trip offers an in-depth exploration of the magical worlds of two amazing and uniquely distinct national parks: Kenai Fjords & Denali. Explore Alaska's spectacular Kenai Fjords National Park by kayak and small boat tours and then venture deep into the heart of Denali National Park to the region known as Kantishna. Along the way, visit...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Explore Alaska
    • Opportunity to canoe, kayak, or explore the area in the morning before bidding farewell to Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge.
    • Visit historical town of Talkeetna, mountaineering gateway to the Alaska Range
    • See the Denali National Park
    • Discover Anchorage

What's this trip about?

    This week-long Alaska trip offers an in-depth exploration of the magical worlds of two amazing and uniquely distinct national parks: Kenai Fjords & Denali. Explore Alaska's spectacular Kenai Fjords National Park by kayak and small boat tours and then venture deep into the heart of Denali National Park to the region known as Kantishna. Along the way, visit the charming small towns of Seward and Talkeetna and finish off your adventure trip in style with a ride on the historic Alaska Railroad.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityAnchorage
End CityAnchorage

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • North America
  • United States

Attractions

  • Alaska
  • Anchorage
  • Denali National Park
  • Kenai Fjords National Park

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Canoeing
  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Kayaking
  • Nature
  • Wildlife viewing

Trip includes

    • Overnight accommodations
    • Transportation
    • Activities
    • Guide service
    • Meals are included as indicated each day

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Anchorage to Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge

Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Meet your Trip Leader and fellow travelers at 6:30 a.m. in the hotel lobby. Enjoy a scenic drive south along Turnagain Arm and through the Chugach National Forest to Seward, a picturesque seacoast town situated at the head of Resurrectio...

Day 2: Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast in the main lodge, choose from an array of activities to match your interest and energy level. Guided options include interpretive nature walks, canoeing, sea kayaking and coastal explorations; or, relax at the...

Day 3: Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge to Seward

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

This morning allows another opportunity to canoe, kayak, or explore the area in the morning before bidding farewell to Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge.

Midday, we'll embark on a return coastal wildlife cruise back to Seward ...

Day 4: Seward to Talkeetna

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Begin the journey north to the historical town of Talkeetna, mountaineering gateway to the Alaska Range. Once in Talkeetna, choose from several activities, including a guest favorite - flightseeing. Take to the skies on an opt...

Day 5: Talkeetna to Denali National Park (Kantishna)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Continue traveling north to Denali National Park and stop for lunch at the Denali Park entrance. After lunch, enjoy the park's highlights while traveling the length of the restricted access Denali Park Road. Watch for caribou,...

Day 6: Kantishna

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Enjoy a full day of exploration in the Kantishna region of Denali National Park. Available activities include guided hikes, natural history programs and dog sled demonstrations. Optional add-on flightseeing tours may be offered during your stay at the lodge (weather and space-dependent). Overnight at Denali Backcountry Lodge.

Day 7: Kantishna to Anchorage

Meals: Breakfast

Following an early breakfast, embark on a return Denali scenic drive and watch for wildlife en route to the park entrance. Bid farewell to your Trip Leader and board the historic Alaska Railroad for your comfortable return journey to Anchorage, arriving at approximately 8:30 p.m. Lunch, dinner and transfers not included. Lunch and dinner are available for purchase on the train.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $4,195
Price per day$599
Last Updated: 7/16/2018

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Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International airfare
    • Personal expenses
    • Gratuities or taxes
Cancellation policy

Notice of cancellation must be made in writing to Explore Tours and must be received by Explore Tours prior to the scheduled tour departure.

61+ days prior to scheduled arrival date = $75.00 per person cancellation fee

60-46 days prior to scheduled arrival date = 50% of the Reservation Total

45 days or less prior to scheduled arrival date = 100% non-refundable

Note: Airfare is 100% non-refundable once tickets have been confirmed and issued.

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Meals Included

6 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches and 5 Dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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