Extraordinary Alaska Adventures

Day 1 • Anchorage
An Explore Tours representative will meet you with your travel documents and answer any questions that you may have. Pick up your rental car (not included) and overnight in Anchorage.

Day 2 • Anchorage/Talkeetna

This morning, drive north to the township of Talkeetna. Enjoy local optional activities such as river jet boat tours, Mt. McKinley flightseeing, and fishing. Overnight in Talkeetna.

Day 3 • Denali National Park

Continue north to the Denali National Park entrance. Enjoy the visitors' center, take an optional rafting tour, or stretch your legs on area hiking trails. Overnight near the Denali National Park entrance.

Day 4 • Denali/Fairbanks

Begin your day exploring Denali National Park on the Tundra Wilderness excursion where you may see bear, moose, caribou, Dall sheep, and a variety of other wildlife. Leave Denali for an enjoyable drive to Fairbanks for your overnight

Day 5 • Fairbanks

Learn more about Alaska's "Golden Heart City" on the Riverboat Discovery Cruise. Piloted by multi-generation Alaskan captains, experience the Chena River, a traditional Indian Village, and more! Overnight in Fairbanks.

Day 6 • Fairbanks/Chitina

Continue your journey from Fairbanks to Chitina, the gateway to the Wrangell Mountains in the heart of the Copper River Basin. Overnight in Chitina.

Day 7 • Chitina/Kennicott

Park your car at the Chitina airstrip and take Wrangell Mountain Air on a scenic flight to the wonderful historic town of Kennicott. Overnight in Kennicott.

Day 8 • Kennicott

Enjoy a free day exploring the towns of Kennicott and McCarthy. You may also wish to participate in an optional day tour. Overnight in Kennicott.

Day 9 • Kennicott/Valdez

Depart in the afternoon on a scenic flight back to Chitina. Pick up your rental car and continue your drive to Valdez, traveling through Thompson Pass in sight of Worthington Glacier and Bridal Veil Falls. Overnight in Valdez.

Day 10 • Valdez/Seward

Cruise the Alaska Marine Highway through Prince William Sound to the coastal town of Whittier. Drive through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel and continue south to the port town of Seward for your overnight.

Day 11 • Seward

Take a day cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park. Keep your eyes open for whales, otters, puffins and more! Enjoy a stop on private Fox Island for lunch, rock skipping, and enjoying this peaceful setting. Overnight in Seward.

Day 12 • Seward/Anchorage

Depart Seward and travel back through the Kenai Peninsula to Anchorage. Look for Beluga whales in Cook Inlet, Dall sheep along the rocky ledges of Turnagain Arm, and migrating birds in Potter Marsh. Overnight in Anchorage.

Day 13 • Anchorage

Enjoy a free day exploring Anchorage on your own. You may wish to visit one of the many gift shops, the Alaska Native Heritage Center, or simply relax. Overnight in Anchorage.

Day 14 • Anchorage

Return your rental car in Anchorage. End of tour.

Departs from: Anchorage

Departure dates: May 25 - August 31, 2010
Please note: itinerary may be available outside this period during shoulder season with tour modifications

2010 Prices starting at:
$2516.00 per person/based on double occupancy

Prices starting at: $2516.00 per person/based on double occupancy

Additional Customized Options:
Rental car is not included. Activities can be added or subtracted according to your preferences and activity level. Just contact our local team of Alaska Tour Experts for more advice!