Tour Majestic Alaska (10 Days) | Visit United States of America

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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

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All guests travelling with Trafalgar 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

4 Dinner (D) 9 Breakfast (B) 2 Lunch (L)

Accommodation

Hilton Anchorage Denali Park Village River’s Edge Resort Best Western Valdez Harbour Inn

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Fairbanks: To conclude your day, enjoy a special visit to the home of Dave Monson, a local Dog Mushing celebrity to learn about the sport of Dog Mushing in Alaska. Join him and his dogs for a Be My Guest dinner experience. Fairbanks: Pan for gold with Fairbanks’ own Gold Daughters and learn the process of panning for gold as well as ice age fossils and cool minerals. Denali National Park: Travel aboard a Dome Railcar on the Alaska Railroad to the Golden Heart City of Fairbanks. Enjoy a spectacular journey over swift-rushing streams, towards Denali National Park and Preserve. Fairbanks: Enjoy a visit to Big Delta State Historical Park where you can explore the rich history of Alaska. Valdez: Discover the rich history and heritage as you visit the Valdez Museum. Valdez: Enjoy a cruise across Prince William Sound where you will have the chance to spot sea lions, otters and seals. Seward: In Seward, board a day boat and cruise into Kenai Fjords National Park. Lunch is included on board as you watch for playful sea critters and spectacular glaciers. Gulf of Alaska: Enhance your visit to The Alaska Native Heritage Center, a living cultural center that promotes active observance of Alaska Native culture and traditions, on an Indigenous Plants Tour. This immersive educational program promotes understanding of diverse Cultures. Uncover the indigenous plant life encircling Lake Tiulana and gain knowledge about the nutritional and health benefits these plants provide. You’ll leave with a heightened awareness of the deep connection we share with the natural world. This experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities Valdez: Take a guided tour to learn about the farm’s commitment to the gentle and sustainable husbandry of musk oxen and their sustainable production of qiviut (wool). This experience directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land. Anchorage: Venture along the Scenic Seward Byway to Portage to visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre. Team up with a Local Specialist who will guide you through this non-profit, wildlife rehabilitation centre dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, education, research, and quality animal care. Unlock the information about the resident wildlife from moose, elk, deer, reindeer and black and brown bears to lynx, foxes and the great-horned owl. This experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land. Explore Denali National Park to learn about the flora and fauna of the park and Fairbanks to learn the perfect gold panning technique Discover Anchorage, Fairbanks Visit Denali National Park Visitor Centre, Big Delta State Historical Park, Rika Roadhouse, Wrangell St Elias Visitor Centre, Valdez Museum View Alaska Range Scenic Cruise Cruise through Prince William Sound, cruise Kenai Fjords National Park, travel via Dome Railcar on the Alaska Railroad Scenic Drive along the Scenic Seward Byway Iconic Train journey through Alaska’s wilderness aboard the Alaska Railroad Denali National Park: Located just seven miles from the Southern entrance to Denali National Park along the banks of the Nenana River, Denali Park Village is among the closest accommodations to the National Park. From your lodge within this wild and rugged landscape, you can choose to take to the hiking trails, unlock awe-inspiring views and enjoy fine dining. Denali National Park: Board the Deluxe Motorcoach and head to Denali National Park. Once there late this afternoon they’ll experience a “Welcome to SubArctic” Presentation by a Local Specialist to learn about the Flora and Fauna of Denali National Park. An expert Travel Director and professional Driver Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing All transport and transfers shown Optional Experiences and free time On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

Guide

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

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Optional

Optional Experiences and free time

Others

Other activities and services are not included

Flights

Flights are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

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Day 1 Day 1: Start Your Adventure In Anchorage
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Start Your Adventure In Anchorage

Welcome to the edge of the wilderness – to a city surrounded by uninhabited landscapes and the perfect springboard to an epic adventure through Alaska. Spend the day recovering from your journey before joining your Travel Director and fellow travellers this evening for a Welcome Reception.
Day 2 Day 2: Step Into The Wilderness Of Denali National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Step Into The Wilderness Of Denali National Park

Kickstart your day with a brief Anchorage City Tour before your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience visiting the Alaska Native Heritage Center. You’ll love learning about the traditional and contemporary ways of Alaska’s Indigenous cultures, journeying through 10,000 years of Alaska Native history and culture through art, dance, exhibits, traditional Native dwellings, films and more. Unlock more local secrets at the Center on an Indigenous Plants Tour MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience where you’ll discover plants’ nutritional and health benefits. The evening is then yours to spend as you like.
Day 3 Day 3: Uncover The Natural History Of Denali
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Uncover The Natural History Of Denali

This morning, a Local Specialist reveals insights into the rare subarctic flora and fauna of Denali National Park and Preserve. With the park just a short drive away from your hotel, you’ll find a number of ways to enjoy the Alaskan wilderness on your own or spend the day partaking in one of our optional activities. With Denali, the highest peak in North America at the centre of it all, the park consists of 6 million acres of tundra, boreal forest and ice-capped mountains. This magnificent land is nature at its most pure yet has something to offer all.
Day 4 Day 4: Explore Denali And Venture To Fairbanks
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Explore Denali And Venture To Fairbanks

Tune into your beautiful surrounds as you’ll have the whole morning to connect with Denali on your terms. Later, we’ll board a deluxe dome railcar on the Alaska Railroad, and make our way to the Golden Heart City of Fairbanks. A delicious Meal is served aboard the train before our arrival in Alaska’s Northern Lights capital.
Day 5 Day 5: Dig Deep Into Alaskan Culture Dive Into Culture Connect With Locals
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Dig Deep Into Alaskan Culture Dive Into Culture Connect With Locals

After breakfast, you will enjoy a city tour of Fairbanks. Then you’ll be digging into insights of Alaska’s Gold Rush. Dive Into Culture with Fairbanks’ own Gold Daughters who will guide you through the process of panning for gold in real Alaskan paydirt. To conclude your day, Connect With Locals and enjoy a special visit to the home of David Monson, a local Dog Mushing celebrity, to learn about the sport of Dog Mushing in Alaska. Join him and his dogs for a Be My Guest experience.
Day 6 Day 6: Take A Scenic Journey To Valdez
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Take A Scenic Journey To Valdez

We journey south to the port community of Valdez located along Prince William Sound. As you carve your way through this rugged state you’ll view the snow-capped summits of the Alaska Range, expansive glaciers and the Trans Alaska Pipeline which runs parallel to the highway. Stretch your legs during a brief stop at the Historic Rika Roadhouse, an important crossroads for travellers, and the Wrangell St. Elias Visitors Center, before arriving in Valdez.
Day 7 Day 7: Spot The Wildlife Of Valdez
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Spot The Wildlife Of Valdez

Delve into the heritage and culture of Valdez, the Copper River Basin and Prince William Sound during this morning’s visit to the Valdez Museum. Keep a keen eye out for seals, otters, sea lions and porpoises as you cruise around Prince William Sound, admiring the plunging ice cliffs of Columbia Glacier which have calved giant icebergs into the bay. Enjoy lunch against the backdrop of your wild surrounds before returning to Valdez, your home for a second night.
Day 8 Day 8: Travel Back To Anchorage Make Travel Matter
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Travel Back To Anchorage Make Travel Matter

We begin our return journey to Anchorage this morning, crossing Thompson Pass. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience during your afternoon stop at the Musk Ox Farm. Here you’ll join a Local Specialist for a guided tour to view the Artic Musk Oxen and learn how this non-profit organization promotes sustainable agriculture practice. Continuing your journey west, arriving in Anchorage later today where you’ll toast to new friends over a memorable Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 9 Day 9: Glance At Glaciers Make Travel Matter
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Glance At Glaciers Make Travel Matter

We journey along the Scenic Seward Byway this morning to the port community of Seward. Our first stop is for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where a Local Specialist will reveal the role of this wildlife rehabilitation centre. Next up is a sightseeing cruise, including lunch, into the icy heart of Kenai Fjords National Park. Share the waters with Humpback whales and glacial icebergs.
Day 10 Day 10: Depart Anchorage
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Depart Anchorage

Our adventure through the rugged Alaskan wilderness has come to an end. Depart Anchorage at leisure.

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Majestic Alaska (10 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip Majestic Alaska (10 Days)

Day 1: Start Your Adventure In Anchorage

Day 2: Step Into The Wilderness Of Denali National Park

Day 3: Uncover The Natural History Of Denali

Day 4: Explore Denali And Venture To Fairbanks

Day 5: Dig Deep Into Alaskan Culture Dive Into Culture Connect With Locals

Day 6: Take A Scenic Journey To Valdez

Day 7: Spot The Wildlife Of Valdez

Day 8: Travel Back To Anchorage Make Travel Matter

Day 9: Glance At Glaciers Make Travel Matter

Day 10: Depart Anchorage

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