2010 McKinley Explorer, Moderate

Experience a memorable train journey into Alaska's spectacular mountains and enjoy an unforgettable Tundra Wilderness Tour of Denali National Park during your 2-night park stay. You'll travel in comfort aboard luxurious railcars and catch gold fever on an included tour in frontier Fairbanks. With moderate accommodations-and so many included adventures- this 6-day Alaska tour promises incomparable value with Gray Line of Alaska.

Tour Highlights:

  • 5 nights hotel accommodations
  • Travel on the Alaska Railroad aboard luxury railcars
  • Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour
  • Gold Panning in Fairbanks with lunch
  • Sternwheeler Discovery Riverboat Cruise
  • Airport, hotel and rail transfers

    Unless noted, tour is not escorted and does not include meals, sightseeing or home city air.

  • Details
    Tour OperatorGray Line of Alaska
    OfferOffer valid through 6/30/2010
    Duration
    6 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - No
    Itinerary
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1AnchorageAnchorage: We'll greet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Tonight, there are optional activities like flightseeing to kick off your Alaska sightseeing adventure. Overnight Anchorage.
    Day 2DenaliAnchorage - Denali: Travel the Alaska Railroad route aboard luxurious glass-domed railcars. You'll journey between the spectacular Alaska and Talkeetna mountain ranges to view colorful towns, lonely homesteads, and an endless array of natural and man-made wonders. The 296-foot-high railway trestle over Massive Hurricane Gulch is a modern marvel not to be missed . After arriving in Denali, explore from your cozy lodge. Tonight, enjoy dinner and a show at our optional Cabin Nite Dinner Theatre. Overnight Denali.
    Day 3DenaliDenali: Venture into Denali National Park on the Tundra Wilderness Tour and cover over 50 miles of wildlife habitat. One photo stop is Primrose Ridge where, nature willing, you'll get a great view of towering Mt. McKinley. Later, participate in complimentary park activities like a ranger-led hike or a tour of the Denali Visitor Center. Or flightsee, fly-fish or river raft, among other optional excursions available from your lodge. Overnight Denali.
    Day 4FairbanksDenali - Fairbanks: Take time this morning for breakfast and a horse-drawn wagon ride, or another optional activity. Then reboard the luxury railcars to travel deeper into Alaska's interior past magnificent scenery. Transfer to your Fairbanks hotel upon arrival. Overnight Fairbanks.
    Day 5FairbanksFairbanks: Visit Gold Dredge No. 8 to learn how it worked and have lunch. Pan for gold at El Dorado Gold Camp and learn about modern day gold mining. Then enjoy a ride on the Chena and Tanana rivers aboard an authentic sternwheeler. Overnight Fairbanks. (L)
    Day 6FairbanksFairbanks: Transfer to the airport where your vacation in Alaska comes to a close.
    Dates/Pricing
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    DateDescriptionPrice FromQuote
     Value Season Double: Departs Daily between May 11-31 (Tax/Fees: $39)$1,059.00 (USD)Quote
     Value Season Double: Departs Daily between Sep 1-7 (Tax/Fees: $39)$1,059.00 (USD)Quote
     Peak Season Double: Departs Daily between June 1 - August 31 (Tax/Fees: $48)$1,249.00 (USD)Quote
    Disclaimer
    * Fares listed are per person, adult, double occupancy, US dollars. Gray Line of Alaska Terms and Conditions apply. Tours and prices are subject to change without notice.
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