Wonders of Alaska Self-Drive By World Journeys

Wonders of Alaska Self-Drive By World Journeys

10 Days / 9 Nights from $8,825 Price Per Person

Sales from 22 May 2023 to 31 December 2026

**Day 1: Anchorage**
Make your own way to your hotel for check-in and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.

**Day 2: Anchorage > Denali National Park**
Board the Denali Star, the Alaska Railroad’s flagship train, in the Goldstar Railcar to Denali National Park. The rest of the day is at leisure.

**Day 3: Denali National Park**
Experience Denali with the freedom to select one of four exciting excursions:

Explore Denali Highway by 4×4 Jeep Excursion
Explore the rugged Denali Highway on a thrilling Jeep Excursion, experiencing the natural wonders of Alaska’s Denali Highway, off the beaten path in a 4 x 4 to enjoy scenic views of Denali, the Alaska Range, glaciers and wildlife.
Embark on the Tundra Wilderness Tour
Immerse yourself in the untamed beauty of the landscape. Picturesque highlights include the craggy cliffside of Cathedral Mountain, wildlife rich Sable Pass and braided wash of the East Fork River in Denali National Park.

NB: Please enquire about the following upgrade options available:
Denali Summit Flightseeing by Plane
Denali Glacier Landing by Helicopter

**Day 4: Denali National Park > Fairbanks**
Morning at leisure for optional activities such as whitewater rafting, helicopter flightseeing or hiking. Later, board the Denali Star train and enjoy the late afternoon scenery as you travel to Fairbanks.

**Day 5: Fairbanks > Valdez**
Collect your rental car and settle in for a day of driving. Pass Delta Junction, home to the Delta Bison Sanctuary, and continue south where you enter the Chugach Mountains. Stop at Thompson Pass for views of Worthington Glacier before arriving in Valdez.

**Day 6: Prince William Sound**
Discover the magic of Alaska on a cruise of Prince William Sound including lunch. A local captain and crew will guide you through the Trans Alaska Pipeline Terminal and Columbia Bay before arriving at Columbia Glacier, the largest tidewater glacier in South Central Alaska. Look out for wildlife along the way; if you’re lucky you could spot porpoises, puffins, sea lions and sea otters.

**Day 7: Valdez > Sheep Mountain Lodge**
Drive to Sheep Mountain Lodge, located along the scenic Glenn Highway between the towns of Palmer and Glenallen. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the area. There are over 20 kms of trails near the lodge perfect for exploring. Birds and wildflowers abound, and maps are provided in each cabin for self-guided hiking.

**Day 8: Sheep Mountain Lodge > Seward**
Head south this morning, passing through Anchorage and the many farming communities in the Mat-Su Valley. Travel along the Seward Highway towards Turnagain Arm, keeping an eye out for beluga whales in the bay or Dall sheep along the highway.

**Day 9: Seward**
In Seward, embrace the freedom to select one of six thrilling excursions:

Enjoy a Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise
Cruise past seals, whales, and puffins while exploring tidewater glaciers, lush rainforests, and remote islands.
Embark on the Tonsina Point Resurrection Bay Kayaking Adventure
Resurrection Bay is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and home to several Alaska state parks that offer abundant opportunities to hike, sea kayak and explore!
Engage in the Bear Lake Kayak or Canoe Trip
Kayak or canoe on Bear Lake located just outside Seward. En-route there is a stop to visit the salmon weir. Eagles and bears are often seen while on this adventure.
Experience the thrill of a Wilderness Dog Sled Ride Tour
Visit the Seavey Family Homestead in Seward and meet the dogs, feel their excitement as teams are hitched to comfortable summer sleds, then mush for two miles through the scenic rainforest.
Trek through the captivating landscapes on the Exit Glacier Hike
This moderate hiking adventure is great for viewing the jewel of the Resurrection River Valley – Exit Glacier. This massive wall of blue ice descends the mountainside from the Harding Ice Field, down to the Resurrection River.
Discover the wonders of Resurrection Bay on a Wildlife Cruise
Admire the icy blue waters of Resurrection Bay as your boat glides past glaciers, snowcapped mountains, and dramatic cliffs. On this Kenai Fjords cruise, watch for whales, puffins, and otters with a wildlife guide. Learn about the area’s natural history during this Bay adventure.

NB: Please enquire about upgrade options available.

**Day 10: Seward > Anchorage**
Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre, which provides care and rehabilitation for injured and orphaned wildlife. Time permitting, take an aerial tram up Alyeska Mountain for views of Turnagain Arm, “hanging” glaciers and the endless peaks of the Chugach Mountains before arriving in Anchorage to return your rental car.

Self-drive Journey: This itinerary includes car rental, accommodation and some sightseeing activities, but may be tailor-made, with the number of days, places visited, and activities varied to suit you.

Inclusions

• • 9 nights’ accommodation
  • 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner
  • Soft drinks and two alcoholic beverages per person per trip onboard the Alaska Railroad
  • 6-day full-size vehicle rental with unlimited kilometres & loss damage waiver (based on 24-hour periods)
  • Alaska Railroad Denali Star Anchorage > Denali > Fairbanks in GoldStar Service
  • Shared transfers at Denali National Park’s entrance (as per schedule)
  • Your choice of shared sightseeing in Denali and Seward
  • Shared activties, admissions, and tours as per the itinerary