Alaska by Rail
Overview
Take a beautiful 9-day rail trip via Anchorage, Seward, Talkeetna, Denali National Park, and Fairbanks to discover Alaska. Travel on the famous Alaska Railroad and take in the stunning scenery, animal tours, and glacier cruises. Ideal for tourists looking for adventure, comfort, and breathtaking views of Alaska's unspoiled environment.
Highlights
- Half Day Cruise of Kenai Fjords National Park
- Wilderness Jetboat Tour in Talkeetna
- Visit of the University of Alaska Museum and Sternwheeler Cruise
- Bus Tour into Denali National Park
Tour Details
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Detailed Itinerary
Anchorage (Arrival)
Arrive in Anchorage and make your own way to your accommodation. Spend the night in Anchorage.
Anchorage - Seward
Make your own way to the Anchorage train station early in the morning and board the Alaska Railroad for Seward. Once you're in Seward, make your own way to the motel. You can spend the remainder of the afternoon as you please. Spend the night in Seward.
Seward - Anchorage
Take a 6-hour cruise around Kenai Fjords National Park in the morning. When you get back, make your own way back to the train station. Later, take the train south to Anchorage. When you get to Anchorage, make your own way to the hotel. Spend the night in Anchorage.
Anchorage - Talkeetna
Make your own way to the Anchorage train station in the morning. Take a picturesque train ride to Talkeetna across the Matanuska-Susitna Valley on the Alaska Railroad. Spend the night in Talkeetna.
Talkeetna - Denali
You will leave Talkeetna by train late this morning and travel north to Denali National Park. Take the courtesy shuttle to the hotel after arriving in Denali. Spend the night near the entrance to Denali Park.
Denali National Park - Fairbanks
Take a bus tour of Denali National Park early this morning. You will take a train to Fairbanks after the excursion. When you get to Fairbanks, use the courtesy shuttle or drive yourself to the hotel. Spend the night in Fairbanks.
Fairbanks
Take a tour of Fairbanks' historic district to start your day. Take a three-hour tour of the Chena and Tanana Rivers in the afternoon on Alaska's only genuine sternwheeler riverboat. You are free to spend the evening as you like. Spend the night in Fairbanks.
Fairbanks - Anchorage
Make your own way to Fairbanks International Airport today in preparation for your midday flight (not included) to Anchorage. Once you're in Anchorage, make your own way to your accommodation. Spend the night in Anchorage.
Anchorage (Departure)
You may have some spare time, depending on your departure flight. To get to the airport, take a taxi or the hotel's complimentary shuttle. Leave or begin another program.
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Cities Covered
What's Included
- Accommodation in well-appointed hotels/lodges for 8 nights
- Daily breakfast at the hotel (where applicable)
- Alaska Railroad journeys:
- Anchorage – Seward
- Seward – Anchorage
- Anchorage – Talkeetna
- Talkeetna – Denali
- Denali – Fairbanks
- Kenai Fjords National Park 6-hour glacier & wildlife cruise
- Denali National Park bus tour
- Fairbanks city tour
- Sternwheeler Riverboat cruise (Chena & Tanana Rivers)
- Courtesy hotel shuttle transfers in Denali and Fairbanks (where available)
- All sightseeing as per itinerary on SIC (Seat-In-Coach) or shared basis
- All applicable taxes
What's Not Included
- International airfare
- Domestic airfare (Fairbanks – Anchorage flight)
- USA visa charges
- Travel insurance
- Transfers not mentioned (most transfers are on own arrangement)
- Meals other than breakfast
- Optional tours and activities
- Personal expenses (laundry, tips, porterage, minibar, etc.)
- Early check-in & late check-out at hotels
- Any increase in taxes, fuel surcharge, or train fares
- Anything not specifically mentioned under “Inclusions”
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