2010 Denali National Park Explorer

Immerse yourself in the heart and soul of Denali National Park on this special tour, which will take you deep into Alaska's backcountry. You will go above and beyond any standard park tour as you travel along the world-renowned and very restricted Denali Park Road to the beautiful Denali Backcountry Lodge. With only 95 miles of road for all of Denali's six million acres, and only 15 miles of that road being unrestricted, your stay at Denali Backcountry Lodge will truly give you a special park experience with every opportunity available for viewing wildlife. Explore optional excursions including bike rides and guided hikes. For a well-rounded trip, attend one of the many historical and cultural presentations offered at the lodge, or spend a cozy evening exploring the natural history library and video collection. The Lodge prepares fresh, hearty and wholesome meals. Don't miss the hot breakfasts each morning, as well as the sandwich buffet for lunch. Dinners are served family style by the friendly and knowledgeable staff. This tour is designed to make your stay in Denali National Park as comfortable, authentic and unique as possible.

Tour Highlights:

2 nights hotel accommodations in Anchorage, 1 night in Denali and 2 nights at Denali Backcountry Lodge

Travel on the Alaska Railroad route aboard luxury railcars

2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners at Denali Backcountry Lodge

Airport, hotel and rail transfers

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

Details

Tour Operator

Gray Line of Alaska

Offer

Offer valid through 6/30/2010

Duration

6 Days

Escorted

Escorted - No

Itinerary

Day	Destination	Description
Day 1	Anchorage	Anchorage: We'll provide a transfer from the airport to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Alaska's largest city. Overnight Anchorage.
Day 2	Denali	Anchorage - Denali Backcountry Lodge: Travel by deluxe motor coach to the entrance of Denali National Park. Upon arrival, a representative from the Denali Backcountry Lodge will be there to transfer you through Denali National Park. You'll enjoy the sweeping vistas and variety of wildlife that make Denali so famous. Nestled in the snug valley carved by Moose Creek as it winds to the Yukon, the lodge lies at the very end of the restricted 95-mile Denali Park Road. Overnight Denali Backcountry Lodge. (D)
Day 3	Denali	Denali Backcountry Lodge: Begin your day exploring the pristine Alaskan landscape. Relax and enjoy optional activities throughout the day, such as gold panning, mountain biking, guided hikes and a shuttle to spectacular viewing areas. On a clear day, you will capture stunning photos of majestic Mt. McKinley. Join the naturalist guides for gourmet appetizers in the Lodge and recap your adventures of the day. Wind down the evening in the dining and lounge areas found in the spacious two-story lodge or hop the shuttle to take in the views from Wonder Lake. Overnight Denali Backcountry Lodge. (B, L, D)
Day 4	Denali	Denali Backcountry Lodge - Denali: During your journey back to the park entrance, you will have more opportunities to view wildlife in your search of the Denali Big Four: moose, caribou, bear and Dall sheep. The afternoon is yours to participate in complimentary park activities or select from thrilling options such as whitewater rafting, a self-drive Jeep tour, and a jet boat ride or helicopter flightseeing. Overnight Denali. (B)
Day 5	Anchorage	Denali - Anchorage: Take time this morning to indulge yourself in more of Denali's wild charm. Then, you will travel in style aboard luxury railcars. In addition to the spacious upper-level seating area and cocktail bar, you will enjoy an open-air viewing platform, the gift shop and the smoothest ride of any of the modern-day bi-level domed railcars. Comfortable accommodations await you in Anchorage. Overnight Anchorage.
Day 6	Anchorage	Anchorage: We'll transfer you to the airport, where your vacation in Alaska ends with many memories of the Great Land. Ask about adding extra nights at Denali Backcountry Lodge. Please note that deposit requirements and cancellation policies for this tour may differ from those of Gray Line of Alaska. Luggage restrictions apply on the bus to Denali Backcountry Lodge - due to limited bus space guests are only allowed one 35-pound SOFT SIDED piece of luggage. Other luggage can be stored at a nearby Denali hotel and retrieved on your arrival back to the park entrance on day 4.

Dates/Pricing

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.