Tour Jewels Of Alaska (Classic, 7 Days) | Visit United States of America

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Talkeetna: Enjoy a jet boat tour up the Chulitna River and visit a trappers cabin. Talkeetna: Enjoy a scenic Float Trip on the Talkeetna River for amazing views of Mountain Denali and possible wildlife sightings. Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you’ll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels. We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door. Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert’s fascinating commentary. Matanuska Valley: This afternoon, depart Anchorage and travel through the fertile Matanuska Valley making a stop at a local farm to see how the long summer days and glacial silt create the perfect environment for growing GIANT award- winning vegetables and flowers. Even through the growing season is months shorter than the rest of the country, Alaska’s farmers grow some of the largest vegetables in the world. The photosynthetic boost also makes the produce sweeter – a fascinating and insightful experience that shows a different side of Alaska. Anchorage: Enjoy an exclusive Agutak (Inuit ice cream) making demonstration during a visit to the renowned Alaska Native Heritage Center. Learn how this culinary treat establishes a link to the past, inspires a sense of pride and spurs a dialogue about an ancient people’s remarkable ability to survive. Anchorage city tour • Talkeetna • Scenic ride on Alaska Railroad • Denali National Park • Alyeska Resort stay • Scenic 26 Glacier Cruise Anchorage: Get acquainted with Alaska’s largest city on an immersive city tour. Discover how this urban landscape enriched with culture came to be as you explore the historic downtown. Alaska Railroad: Enjoy a Relaxed Start this morning before boarding the world-famous Alaska Railroad train for a spectacular journey over swift-rushing streams, toward Denali National Park and Preserve. View the majestic surroundings from the comfort of your glass-domed railcar. Denali National Park: Meet a local climber at a private reception and hear first-hand about their experience climbing the tallest land-based mountain in the world. A Denali climb begins deep in the heart of the Alaska Range and takes around 17-18 days round trip from the base – to hear the tales about such a trek from someone who has experienced it firsthand is truly captivating. Denali National Park: Embark on an exhilarating journey through the awe-inspiring road corridor, immersing yourself in the heart of Denali’s wilderness and seizing unparalleled opportunities to witness its captivating wildlife. Travel to the Murie Cabin nestled near the East Fork River, where you’ll walk in the footsteps of pioneering naturalist Adolf Murie. Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day. We only work with establishments we are confident will consistently adhere to our high well-being standards, which include hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing venues.

Accommodation

Anchorage: The Sheraton Anchorage Hotel and Spa is one of the finest accommodations in the city. Denali: The Grande Denali Lodge offers panoramic views of the entire canyon. Alyeska: The luxurious Hotel Alyeska is nestled in a lush valley surrounded by mountain peaks, hanging glaciers, and spectacular ocean views.

Transport

Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available). Enjoy the comfort of Insight’s luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.

Guide

From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination. Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas. Experience enhanced hygiene protocols to align with the latest guidance following COVID-19. All Travel Directors and Drivers have completed training in enhanced well-being and hygiene protocols.

Hygieneprotocol

All guests travelling with Insight Vacations through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your client’s responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.

Meals

3 Dinner with Wine (DW) 6 Breakfast (B) 2 Lunch (L) Anchorage: Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers to savour Alaskan flavours over dinner. Denali National Park: For tonight’s dinner with wine, the choice is yours between a charming local brewery or your lodge’s rustic restaurant during your Dine-Around evening. Girdwood: In the evening, join your Travel Director for a wonderful dinner, complete with wine and good cheer. Big Lake: Meet four-time Iditarod winner, Martin Buser. Learn about the challenges of competing in the 1,049-mile (1,688 kilometer) race and enjoy lunch at his home. Whittier: Travel to Whittier to board the 26 Glacier Cruise for a 100-mile boat tour of Prince William Sound and into the College Fjord where you will come up close and personal to the glaciers. Visit with the Captain in the wheelhouse and enjoy an included lunch.

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Day 1 Day 1: Anchorage, The City Of Lights And Flowers
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Anchorage, The City Of Lights And Flowers

Welcome to Alaska, an adventurous land of wildlife, mountains, national parks and glaciers. Savour a dinner accompanied by wine in the company of your fellow travellers.
Day 2 Day 2: Anchorage Sightseeing And The Matanuska Valley
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Anchorage Sightseeing And The Matanuska Valley

Get acquainted with Anchorage with on an immersive city tour. During a visit to the renowned Alaska Native Heritage Center, join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you enjoy an exclusive presentation on Agutak (Eskimo ice cream) while learning how it’s made by Alaska’s first people. Learn how this culinary treat establishes a link to the past, inspires a sense of pride and spurs a dialogue on a culture’s remarkable ability to survive. This afternoon, travel through the fertile Matanuska Valley and stop at a local farm to see how the long summer days and glacial silt create the perfect environment for growing vegetables and flowers. Depart Anchorage for the quaint community of Talkeetna. The evening is yours at leisure, feel free to ask your Travel Director for suggestions on the best spots to grab a bite.
Day 3 Day 3: Talkeetna Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Talkeetna Sightseeing

This morning, you can choose between an immersive jet boat tour up the Chulitna River with a visit to a trapper’s cabin, or enjoy a scenic float on the Talkeetna River. The rest of the day is yours to explore, perhaps discovering more of Talkeetna or joining an Optional Experience such as a flightseeing tour of the Alaska Range or a hike along Talkeetna’s best trail with a naturalist guide.
Day 4 Day 4: Journey Along The Alaskan Railroad Relaxed Start
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Journey Along The Alaskan Railroad Relaxed Start

Enjoy a Relaxed Start this morning before boarding the world-famous Alaska Railroad train for a spectacular journey over swift-rushing streams, toward Denali National Park and Preserve. View the majestic surroundings from the comfort of your glass-domed rail car. Upon arrival settle in at the lodge before meeting a local climber who will share stories about what it’s like to a climb Denali, one of the most daunting and tallest land-based mountains in the world. You’ll learn about the incredible physical and mental fortitude required to withstand the 17- to 18-day round trip that presents conditions so challenging climbers are forced to build snow walls for protection against the elements. For tonight’s Dine-Around evening, the choice is yours between a charming local brewery or the lodge’s rustic restaurant.
Day 5 Day 5: Denali National Park, The Crown Jewel Of The Alaskan Wilderness
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Denali National Park, The Crown Jewel Of The Alaskan Wilderness

Embark on an extensive Tundra Wilderness Tour for some of the best opportunities to view the park’s wildlife. You’ll have the whole afternoon free to participate in an array of optional activities. This magnificent land is nature at its most pure yet has something to offer all. From a blissful stroll through one of the meadows, to a rewarding hike, this Park is for everyone. You will also find that to be true with the exciting optional experiences which include a rafting trip down the Nenana River, (waiver required) to a helicopter flightseeing tour - just don’t forget your camera! End the day back at your lodge where you’ll enjoy panoramic views of your surroundings under the star filled night.
Day 6 Day 6: Girdwood And Mount Alyeska
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Girdwood And Mount Alyeska

Enjoy a scenic journey along the George Parks Highway. Stop in Big Lake and visit four-time Iditarod winner Martin Buser at his own home, Happy Trails Kennels. Arriving at the kennel, you will be greeted by between thirty and sixty excited sled dogs. Spend time with Martin and learn about the many challenges faced on the 1,049-mile dogsled race. Take a virtual trip along the Iditarod trail alongside Martin’s narration including countless stories from his thirty-five years of racing, as well as a great deal of Iditarod history - a true insider experience into the world of the Iditarod. Journey on the Seward Highway along Turnagain Arm with its dramatic views, before arriving in the town of Girdwood, home of the Alyeska Resort. Tonight, join your Travel Director for a wonderful dinner complete with wine and good cheer.
Day 7 Day 7: Prince William Sound Cruise And Depart Anchorage Relaxed Start
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Prince William Sound Cruise And Depart Anchorage Relaxed Start

Take this morning to enjoy the surroundings and amenities at the beautiful Alyeska Resort. Travel to Whittier to board the 26 Glacier Cruise for a 100-mile (160-kilometre) boat tour of Prince William Sound and into the College Fjord with the chance to see the glaciers up close. Visit with the Captain in the wheelhouse to learn how he expertly navigates the icy waterways and sit down to a sumptuous lunch against an incredible backdrop. For those saying farewell today, will travel back to Anchorage.

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Jewels Of Alaska (Classic, 7 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip Jewels Of Alaska (Classic, 7 Days)

Day 1: Anchorage, The City Of Lights And Flowers

Day 2: Anchorage Sightseeing And The Matanuska Valley

Day 3: Talkeetna Sightseeing

Day 4: Journey Along The Alaskan Railroad Relaxed Start

Day 5: Denali National Park, The Crown Jewel Of The Alaskan Wilderness

Day 6: Girdwood And Mount Alyeska

Day 7: Prince William Sound Cruise And Depart Anchorage Relaxed Start

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