Tour Itinerary
Anchorage
1 night's accommodation at Clarion Suites, Quality Suites or similar
Arrive in Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city full of attractions, restaurants and shopping. Transfer to hotel by the hotel’s courtesy shuttle for your first night.
2 nights' accommodation at Mountain Sky Hotel, Best Western Valdez or similar
After breakfast this morning climb aboard your deluxe coach and on the itinerary today is the Matanuska Susitna Valley, followed by the enormous Worthington Glacier, arriving early evening into Valdez in time to enjoy a delicious dinner. The next morning enjoy your continental breakfast then head off on your own to explore Valdez with a visit to the Museum (included). You will need to keep your cameras handy for the glacier and wildlife cruise through the Prince William Sound. Including lunch onboard, lookout for puffins, whales and more on this half-day trip. Gaze in awe at the mighty Columbia Glacier before returning to Valdez for the night.
Valdez – Fairbanks
2 nights' accommodation at Wedgewood Resort, Alpine Lodge or similar
Today you head North to Fairbanks taking in the incredibly beautiful Wrangell St. Elias National Park home to Black bears, grizzly bears and moose. On this route you will also see the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. Arrive in Fairbanks for the night. Learn all about the history of the gold rush today with a sightseeing including a visit to the University of Alaska and the Fairbanks Museum. The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy as you please. Perhaps a little shopping or a cruise on the Chena River? Optional Salmon Bake and transfer*
Fairbanks - Denali
2 nights' accommodation at Denali Bluffs or similar
Head South today to Denali National Park. The afternoon is yours to spend how you will, fancy a mild or wild river rafting ride (not included) or perhaps enjoy the pristine park and once of its complimentary activities? You will travel deep into the Denali National Park today in search of bears, caribou, moose and more on the Tundra Wilderness Tour. During the tour your guide will give you an insight into all aspects of the flora and fauna and creatures found in this spectacular area.
Denali - Anchorage
2 nights' accommodation at Clarion Suites, Quality Suites or similar
With the morning to yourself go and explore, as this afternoon you board the world famous Alaska Railroad for the day trip to Anchorage, try and get a snap of the majestic Mt McKinley en route. The next day is your opportunity to really get to know Anchorage with a city tour including the Alaska Native Heritage Centre and the historic downtown district. Then settle down for a night of feasting Alaskan style, an opportunity to share highlights of your amazing Grand Alaskan Tour. After a good nights rest its time to return home. Shuttle from the hotel is included to the airport.
Virgin's View
Starting in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city and taking in such awesome sights as the Columbia Glacier and Wrangell-St Elias National Park, look out for those brown and black bears and maybe even catch sight of the native Moose on this 9 night escorted coach tour.
Highlights
Starting in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city and taking in such awesome sights as the Columbia Glacier and Wrangell-St Elias National Park, look out for those brown and black bears and maybe even catch sight of the native Moose on this 9 night escorted coach tour.
Notes
2012 Departure Dates
May '12
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18, 25
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Jun '12
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08, 22
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| Jul '12 |
06, 20 |
Aug '12
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03, 17, 31
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Sep '12
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07 |
* Denotes optional extras
Tour operated by Premier Alaska Tours, hotels subject to change and itinerary may operate in reverse. Selected meals included – these will be advised by your tour host in resort.
Please note not all activities mentioned are included and may be recommendations only, or optional activities that can be arranged and paid for locally.
Number Of Nights
9