Join this seven-day Alaska Coast to Denali tour for the ultimate exploration of two distinctly different national parks: Kenai Fjords and Denali. The trek begins in Turnagain Arm and continues across the Chugach Mountains to the charming coastal town of Seward. Join a small kayak excursion through the stunning seacoast of Kenai Fjords National Park, explore the famed Denali National Park, and conclude your Alaska journey by riding the historic Alaska Railroad.
Highlights
Kayak along the spectacular seacoast in Kenai Fjords National Park.
Explore the picturesque of Seward, Chugach Mountains.
Take a journey north to a quaint mountain town, Talkeetna.
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Finish your morning excursion with a brief drive along the coast to Turnagain Arm to Seward, Alaska, a charming coastal town at the mouth of Resurrection Bay. After boarding a marine wildlife and glacier cruise that leads to Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, you will be greeted by arrays of birds and marine mammals including whales, Steller sea lions, sea otters, puffins and more!
Nestled in a protected tidal lagoon area, the Glacier Lodge offers stunning views of Pedersen Glacier and miles of pristine beachfront prime for combing. This afternoon, meet your guides for a tour of the lodge and property and settle into your private cabins. Enjoy dinner and evening presentations.
At the lodge, choose from an array of activities to cater to your interests and physical ability. Various guided options include interpretive nature strolls, sea kayaking near glacial ice, canoeing expeditions, or you can unwind by the fireplace, browse the natural history library, or take a walk along the beachfront.
This afternoon, you have the opportunity to take one final journey on the Glacier Lake Ferry before the trip back to Seward. Enjoy a delicious dinner and spend the evening relaxing at Seward Windsong Lodge tonight.
After dinner, enjoy an evening cordial at the Resurrection Roadhouse or relax in your comfortable accommodations.
Start your journey north through the scenic Chugach State Park north before arriviing at the Talkeena Drawbridge, the gateway to the Alaska Range. Here, you'll have the option to enjoy an activity loved by many visitors: a flightseeing adventure! Take to the skies on one of the optional flightseeing trips of Denali and its surrounding glacial canyons, or wander through Talkeetana to learn about the Alaskan mountain climbing scene.
Arrive at the entrance of Denali National Park and continue north to the border zone. Take a moment to enjoy stunning views of the Alaska Range from the south and, on clear days, admire the awe-inspiring summits of Denali looking out to the north.
Among the best ways to spot Alaska's iconic wildlife is to spend a full day enjoying Denali National Park on foot along the park's paths and habitats. Drive to Denali Park by bus today, searching for caribou, moose, bald eagles, peregrine falcons, and Dall sheep. Tonight, share favorite stories from your day while enjoying drinks and dishes with fellow travelers during appetizers, and after dinner, enjoy evening bonfires or relaxing strolls around the grounds, admiring the lake views.
Day 7: Return to Anchorage
1 Breakfast
Enjoy a calm morning at Tonglen Lake Lodge. After breakfast this morning, make your way to visit Alaska’s 4-legged “celebrities” – Alaskan sled dogs! You’ll be able to learn more about how sled dogs serve an important role throughout rural and remote Alaskan communities before bidding farewell to Denali and boarding the historic Alaska Railroad.
Take an easy afternoon return trip to Anchorage, arriving at about 8:30 p.m.
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Mary Ann
1 day ago
First class all the way. Enjoyed our Guide, Karla, Driver Mark so much. Personalized tour of Antigua during Easter was like a National Geographic in person. Trip of the Lifetime. Such a spiritual and magical tour. Many Thanks.
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3 days ago
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Scott Trochim
5 days ago
The response from Adventure Life to my first inquiry was prompt and promising. I worked with Jamie Broeckel, Trip Planner, via text, email, and phone calls- always extremely responsive and thorough with information and explaining the process to arrange a private tour for me to Malaysia Borneo. Within about week, the booking was complete and I made decisions because of Jamie's great customer service , friendly manner, and overall competence on behalf of the company's travel expertise. Now I have an itinerary, additional Trip Planner Assistants, several links for vital information for traveling to Maylasia, etc. Still many details for Sept. trip, but now the heavy lifting is done and I can enjoy the rest of the anticipation and research!! Thanks Jamie- you are amazing!!!!
Susan Campo
1 week ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.