Alaska Kenai & Denali Adventure

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For travellers looking to explore a more remote corner of North America at a faster (and more active) pace, this eight-day journey through Alaska’s vast vistas is just the ticket. Catch the state’s greatest highlights including the imposing Harding Icefield, the enchanting Kenai Fjords, the jaw-dropping Denali National Park, and the charming town of Talkeetna. Go north and treat yourself to a week of scenery and smiles.

  • Hike among glaciers and icefields
  • Discover the history of dog sledding
  • Marvel at the scenery in Denali National Park
  • Look for bears in their natural habitat

Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Rating: 3 – Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 13, avg 9

Itinerary 

Day 1 Anchorage

Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Anchorage/Seward

Drive south through the Kenai Peninsula along one of US’s most scenic highways, the Seward Highway. Pass between cliffs and ocean and through the Chugach National Forest surrounded by mountains. Hike one of the trails of Kenai Fjords National Park to the Exit Glacier and Harding Icefield in the afternoon to witness the size of this natural phenomenon in person.

Day 3 Seward

Enjoy a free day for activities around Seward. Opt to take a scenic boat cruise through the Kenai fjords to get up close and personal with glaciers and marine life, hike through breathtaking scenery, or visit the Alaska SeaLife Center.

Day 4 Seward/Talkeetna

Travel north to quaint Talkeetna. Visit the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Museum and learn all about this historical event. Opt to take a scenic flight over the area, float by raft or go further afield by jet boat on the Talkeetna River to learn about local flora, fauna and early settlers to the area, or stay in town to shop or sample beer from the local microbrewery.

Day 5 Talkeetna/Denali National Park and Preserve

Head north and keep cameras at the ready for the stunning scenery on the way to Denali National Park. Enjoy a dog sledding demo, and opt to hike in the park.

Day 6 Denali National Park and Preserve

Spend the day exploring Denali National Park. Take in the beautiful flora, fauna, and mountains on this full-day excursion and keep an eye out for moose, bears, and caribou!

Day 7 Denali National Park and Preserve/Anchorage

Free morning for optional whitewater rafting or hiking, then say farewell to Denali NP and travel back to Anchorage. Opt to join the group for a farewell dinner.

Day 8 Anchorage

Depart at any time.

What’s Included

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Meeting – Meet Your CEO and Group. Road trip along the scenic Seward Highway. Hike to Exit Glacier and Harding Icefield. Kenai Peninsula stay. Denali National Park entrance fees. Denali NP dogsled demonstration. Full-day excursion to East Fork Bridge at (Mile 43) in Denali NP. Free time in Seward. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Highlights

Hike among glaciers and icefields, discover the history of dog sledding, marvel at the scenery in Denali National Park, Look for bears in their natural habitat.

 

Images courtesy of G Adventures 

GADV – NUKD

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