Jewels of Alaska
Spectacular Denali National Park, calving glaciers and abundant wildlife combine to create the ultimate Alaskan experience.
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Anchorage, the City of Lights and Flowers.
Welcome to Alaska. Upon arrival at Anchorage International Airport, there is a transfer to your hotel. At 18:00, join your Tour Director for a Welcome Reception at MUSE, located in the Anchorage Museum.
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Anchorage Sightseeing.
Get acquainted with downtown Anchorage. Visit the Alaska Native Heritage Center and learn about the traditions of Alaska's first people during this private presentation. Afterward, journey around Lake Hood to visit the largest float plane base in the world. Meet a bush pilot who shares fascinating stories about the joys and hazards of flying in rural Alaska. The rest of the afternoon is yours to browse among the shops or native art galleries. In the evening, you are invited for a delectable Highlight Dinner at MUSE, located in the Anchorage Museum. -
Journey along the Alaskan Railroad.
Journey to Talkeetna, nestled at the base of Mount Denali, North America's tallest peak and the inspiration for the TV program 'Northern Exposure'. After a brief visit of downtown, board the world-famous Alaskan Railroad train for a spectacular journey over narrow gorges and swift-rushing streams to Denali National Park. View steep valleys framed by craggy mountains from the comfort of your reclining seat in the deluxe dome railcar. Your welcoming hotel is located on the slopes of Sugarloaf Mountain, with unparalleled views of the surrounding Denali wilderness and Nenana River Canyon. Tonight, enjoy a taste of the frontier at a Signature Evening with boisterous theatre, featuring old-time sourdough, song-and-dance and hearty Alaska fare. -
Denali National Park, the Crown Jewel of the Alaskan Wilderness.
The 6 million acre Denali National Park and Preserve is just a short walk away. The day is free for recreation or optional activities.
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Girdwood and Mount Alyeska.
Your day begins with a scenic journey south on the George Parks Highway. Stop along the way for lunch and an exclusive visit with Martin Buser, a champion dog musher and four-time Iditarod winner. You are invited to meet his dogs and share the challenges of competing in the 1,049-mile (1688 km) dogsled race. Continue on the Seward Highway along Turnagain Arm with its dramatic views. Arrive in the town of Girdwood, home of Alyeska Resort and ski area. Ride the aerial gondola for panoramic views of the mountains and sea at your leisure. The evening is free for you to enjoy. -
Prince William Sound Cruise.
Today is devoted to the 26 Glacier Cruise through Prince William Sound and College Fjord. Experience the thundering calving of glaciers and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife such as sea otters, porpoises and whales. In the evening, join your Tour Director for a wonderful Celebration Dinner featuring a variety of local seafood specialties, complete with wine and good cheer. -
To Seward and out of Anchorage.
Visit the aquariums of the Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward and enjoy an exclusive presentation about their marine research and rehabilitation program. Explore downtown at your own pace. Then return to Anchorage and transfer to the airport or the tour hotel if extending your stay.
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Definite Departure
| Depart Date | Return Date | Price | Discount | Availability | Price | ||
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| 21 May 18 | 27 May 18 |
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$3,295$2,966pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 11 | Request Quote Book Now | ||
| 11 Jun 18 | 17 Jun 18 |
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$3,295$2,966pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 11 | Request Quote Book Now | ||
| 18 Jun 18 | 24 Jun 18 |
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$3,295$2,966pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 11 | Request Quote Book Now | ||
| 2 Jul 18 | 8 Jul 18 | $3,295$2,966pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 11 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 16 Jul 18 | 22 Jul 18 |
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$3,295$2,966pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 11 | Request Quote Book Now | ||
| 30 Jul 18 | 5 Aug 18 | $3,295$2,966pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 11 | Request Quote Book Now | |||
| 13 Aug 18 | 19 Aug 18 |
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$3,295$2,966pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 11 | Request Quote Book Now | ||
| 3 Sep 18 | 9 Sep 18 | $3,295$2,966pp | Early PaymentPay by Jan 11 | Request Quote Book Now |
Price is per person and is based on two people sharing a twin bedded room. Single rooms are available at a supplement.
Single Room Supplement: from $1,175.
Room Share: Guaranteed Room Share is not available on this trip.
Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver $74 per person.
AARP Members are entitled to an exclusive Member Benefit Discount on all Grand European Travel vacations. Plus receive a free travel gift! Call Toll Free: 1-866-847-3858 for details.
Past Travelers: Save an additional 5% off the Land Only price of the vacation..
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Professional Travel Director
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Sightseeing with Local Experts
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VIP Access
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WIFI on Coach and in Hotels
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Cultural Enrichment
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Expertly Selected Hotels
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Hotel Tips
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Most Meals
Meal Summary
1 Welcome Dinner (WD), 6 Full Breakfasts (FB), 1 lunch (L), 1 Highlight Lunch (HL), 1 Highlight Dinner (HD), 1 Signature Evening (SE) and 1 Celebration Dinner (CD)
Included Highlights
Signature Experiences
- Anchorage: Expand your understanding of Alaska's first people with a private presentation at the renowned Alaska Native Heritage Center.
- Anchorage: In much of Alaska, where large distances separate towns and the road system is limited, bush planes are a part of everyday life. Visit the largest float plane base in the world and meet one of the experienced pilots.
- Alaskan Railroad: Relax on this flagship train and enjoy stunning scenery all the way to Denali National Park.
- Denali: Learn about the National Park's wildlife and ecosystem accompanied by a local climber.
- Girdwood: Ride a gondola to the top of the ski area for panoramic views of the mountains and Cook Inlet.
- Prince William Sound: Experience the sounds of the thundering calving of glaciers on your included day cruise.
- Seward: Visit the aquarium and learn about the wildlife rescue efforts with a reseacher of the Alaska SeaLife Center.
Sightseeing Highlights
- Anchorage: Enjoy a guided orientation tour of the downtown area.
- Denali National Park: See Mt. Denali.
Reviews
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Packing
We suggest bringing a variety of lightweight clothing items that can be layered to save space in your suitcase and give you more options for how to dress. For more helpful information please refer to our Packing Tips & Packing List.
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Gratuity
At the end of your guided vacation, it’s customary to offer your motor coach driver and Travel Director a gratuity. We recommend $4-5 per person/per day for your driver and $6-7 per person/per day for your Travel Director. Recommended gratuity for a Local Host and Local Specialist is 1-2 dollars per person, paid at the conclusion of each guided visit. A convenient option is to prepay your tips before your departure.
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Baggage
Baggage on our trips is restricted to one large suitcase per person with dimensions not exceeding 30x19x10 inches and a maximum weight of 50 pounds. You are also permitted one piece of hand luggage, which should be small enough to fit under your coach seat or on the small overhead shelf compartment. Please note that luggage with an adjustable handle and wheels will not fit in the overhead compartment of the coach. Hotel porterage is included in your vacation.
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Health and Fitness
You will need to be comfortable on your feet, walking and standing for up to three hours in various weather conditions. All of our vacations involve walking, often on cobblestone and uneven surfaces in historic city centers. In order to get the most out of your vacation you need to be able to comfortably walk 1-3 miles unassisted in one day, be in good condition and be able to keep pace with the group.
If you need any medications, it is important that you bring enough to last you the whole trip and keep them in your carry-on bag while you travel.
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Insurance
We highly recommend our optional Travel Protection Plan, which allows you to cancel for any reason up to 48 hours before departure. The plan also includes trip interruption, baggage loss or delay, and medical and emergency assistance. Click here for a summary of coverage details, terms and conditions.
