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.

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.