Canada and Alaska Touring, Canadian Rockies, East Coast, Alaska and USA, Cruise Alaska, Tour USA
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49 Anchorage Talkeetna ALASKA Denali National Park Fairbanks 2 1 2 2 Coach Wilderness Express No. of nights stay Alaskan Adventure 8 Days | Anchorage | Talkeetna | Denali National Park | Fairbanks| Anchorage Watch for wildlife during your Alaskan adventure Day 1. Arrive Anchorage. Arrive in Anchorage, where almost half of Alaska's population reside. Here you will be transferred to your hotel. Stay: Sheraton Anchorage Hotel or similar. Day 2. Anchorage, Talkeetna. Travel to the historic village of Talkeetna today, which is nestled at the base of North America's tallest peak, Mt McKinley. Like a Local – visit an authentic Alaskan Bush Pilot at their Lake Hood hangar. Stay: Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge. B Day 3. Talkeetna, Denali National Park. Continue your journey to Denali National Park, home to more than six million acres of pristine Alaskan wilderness. Like a Local – meet the sled dogs of an Iditarod Musher and learn all about one of the world's ultimate sled races. Stay (Two Nights): Denali National Park, Denali Park Resorts or similar. B Day 4. Denali National Park. Travel deep into the heart of Denali National Park's wilderness during a full-day Tundra Wilderness tour led by a local ranger. You'll enjoy hands-on activities, explore the work of wildlife biologists and discover why conservation is so paramount here. BL Day 5. Denali National Park, Fairbanks. Today, head to the city of Fairbanks. On the way, visit the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, which connects the oil fields of northern Alaska to the Valdez Harbour, 1,300 kilometres south in the Gulf of Alaska. Before arriving in Fairbanks, stop off to visit Santa Claus House in North Pole, Alaska. Enhance Your Journey: this evening, perhaps embark on an Arctic Circle Flight (see page 84). Stay (Two Nights): Fairbanks, SpringHill Suites or similar. B Day 6. Fairbanks. This morning, step back in time as you take a leisurely cruise on the Chena River aboard a sternwheeler. A Taste of Alaska – tonight, enjoy an authentic salmon bake as a memorable and delicious Farewell Dinner. BD Day 7. Fairbanks, Anchorage. Day 7 (URA07) passengers depart today. Farewell Fairbanks this morning and travel to Anchorage on the Wilderness Express Dome Train. On the way, enjoy spectacular views from your glass-domed carriage. Stay: Sheraton Anchorage Hotel or similar. B Day 8. Depart Anchorage. Your tour concludes with a transfer to Anchorage airport for your onward flight. B YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES 7 nights quality accommodation Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and local guides Airport transfers and porterage All sightseeing, cruises, excursions and entrance fees as specified Full day on board the Wilderness Express Dome Train 9 delicious meals – 7 Breakfasts (B), 1 Lunch (L) and 1 Dinner (D) EARLYBIRD SPECIALS SEE PAGE 24 FOR DETAILS Journey into Alaska's interior on the Wilderness Express Dome Train 8 Days (URA08) Finishes Anchorage 2016 Per person Twin Share Solo Trav. May 21. $4,695 $5,745 June 4, 11; July 2, 30. $5,095 $6,295 Aug. 20; Sept. 3. $5,095 $6,295 Prices include airport transfers, gratuities and sundries. TOUR NOTES Days 1, 7 and 8 are not escorted by a Travelmarvel Tour Director. 2016 DATES & PRICES (A$) 7 Days (URA07) Finishes Fairbanks 2016 Per person Twin Share Solo Trav. May 21. $3,995 $4,895 June 4, 11; July 2, 30. $4,395 $5,445 Aug. 20; Sept. 3. $4,395 $5,445