10 days tour

Alaska Journey National Geographic Journeys

Alaska Journey National Geographic Journeys

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Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Denali Immersion: Mountaineering History of Denali, Denali Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Denali Immersion: Welcome to the Subarctic, Denali. Alaska SeaLife Center visit, Seward. Kenai Fjords National Park wildlife cruise. National Park Service excursion to East Fork Bridge (Mile 43) in Denali National Park. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Hygieneprotocol

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Accommodation

Hotels (6 nts), cabins (3 nts).

Transport

Private vehicle, boat, hiking, walking, national park shuttle.

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Meals

9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner

Not included:

Others

Homer - Hiking (Free) Kachemak Bay - Halibut Fishing (200-300USD per person) - Kachemak Bay Exploration (75-85USD per person) Denali National Park and Preserve - Denali Visitor Center & Dog Sled Demonstration - Denali Hiking - Rafting trip on the Nenan River (95-135USD per person)

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Itinerary of your trip Alaska Journey National Geographic Journeys

  • Day 1 Day 1: Anchorage
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Anchorage

      Arrive at any time.


      Accommodation:
      - Sheraton Hotel & Spa Anchorage (or similar).

      Included Activities:
      - Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting

      Additional Notes: Please keep in mind, a lot of what there is to see and do in Alaska is weather-dependent. We give our CEOs the opportunity to adjust the schedule as needed based on weather.
  • Day 2 Day 2: Anchorage/Homer (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Anchorage/Homer (1B)

      Travel along the stunning coast of the Kenai Peninsula, where glaciers tumble down from mountains towards the ocean. As we drive along the Turnagain Arm, keep an eye out for beluga whales playing out at sea, or catch a glimpse of volcanoes across the Cook Inlet. Upon arrival in Homer, opt to stretch your legs on a short hike outside of town.


      Accommodation:
      - Best Western Bidarka Inn (or similar).

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 04:00 - 05:00 Hr(s)
  • Day 3 Day 3: Homer (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Homer (1B)

      Enjoy a free day in Homer. Stroll the quaint streets and check out the restaurants and art galleries along the Homer Spit, a 4.5-mile-long finger of land protruding into Kachemak Bay. Discover stories of life on the bay at the natural history museum or satisfy your adventurous side exploring Kachemak Bay by water taxi, kayak, on a self-guided hike, or perhaps trying your hand at the local sport of halibut fishing.


      Accommodation:
      - Best Western Bidarka Inn (or similar).

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
  • Day 4 Day 4: Homer/Seward (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Homer/Seward (1B)

      Leave Homer and travel the Kenai Penninsula to Kenai Fjords National Park, where the Ice Age still lingers. After lunch, hit the trail to view the impressive Exit Glacier and to witness the size of this natural phenomenon in person. Black bears frequent the area and are a common sight as well.
      Enjoy the rest of the afternoon free to explore the coastal town of Seward nestled in the majestic fjord of Resurrection Bay. Known for its abundance of sea life, often sea otters and harbor seals are spotted directly from the shore.

      Accommodation:
      - Breeze Inn (or similar).

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 03:00 - 04:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Hike to View Exit Glacier on the Harding Icefield Trail
  • Day 5 Day 5: Seward (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Seward (1B)

      Today, visit the world-renowned Alaska Sea Life Center, an aquarium that collaborates with National Geographic on wildlife initiatives. Weโ€™ll also set out by catamaran to cruise the glacial waters of Kenai Fjords National Park. Enjoy narration by a knowledgeable park ranger while scanning the sea for puffins, sea lions, colonies of seabirds, and whales (including, if weโ€™re lucky, orcas). See three types of glaciers and watch and listen for ice calving off the tidewater glacier. Spend the evening at your leisure; opt to go hiking or explore the town.


      Accommodation:
      - Breeze Inn (or similar).

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Included Activities:
      - Alaska SeaLife Center
      - Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise
  • Day 6 Day 6: Seward/Denali National Park And Preserve (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Seward/Denali National Park And Preserve (1B, 1D)

      Keep your camera close during a scenic drive to Denali National Park, named for the highest mountain in North Americaโ€”formerly known as Mount McKinley, at a dizzying 20,310 feet high. Settle into our rustic lodgings in the Denali wilderness and meet an instructor from the Denali Education Center, who will share the riveting history of mountaineering here.


      Accommodation:
      - Denali Crowโ€™s Nest Log Cabins (or similar).

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 07:00 - 08:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Denali Immersion: Mountaineering History of Denali

      Additional Notes: Please remember that due to the remoteness of the Denali area, the accommodation is simple, but allows you access to one of the most stunning wildlife areas in Alaska.
  • Day 7 Day 7: Denali National Park And Preserve (1B, 1L)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Denali National Park And Preserve (1B, 1L)

      Depart early and catch the shuttle into the heart of Denali National Park. As you make your way to the East Fork Bridge at (Mile 43) take in breathtaking views of the Alaska Range and snap pictures of wildlife such as caribou, grizzly bears, Dall sheep, moose, and wolves in their natural habitat.


      Accommodation:
      - Denali Crowโ€™s Nest Log Cabins (or similar).

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch

      Transport:
      - Shuttle 08:00 - 09:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Scenic Shuttle to East Fork Bridge (Mile 43)
      - Denali National Park Visit

      Additional Notes: Private vehicles cannot drive into the National park. The excursion today is a guided tour operated by the park and other travellers may also be on the excursion.
  • Day 8 Day 8: Denali National Park And Preserve (1B, 1L)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Denali National Park And Preserve (1B, 1L)

      Learn about the extreme conditions that shape life in Denali and its subarctic ecosystem, hearing stories of the resilient First Nations people who have survived here for generations. Head out on a guided hike with a naturalist and take in the rugged beauty of the Denali wilderness. Enjoy a free afternoon to relax and explore on your own. Opt to observe a dog-sledding talk and demonstration.


      Accommodation:
      - Denali Crowโ€™s Nest Log Cabins (or similar).

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch

      Included Activities:
      - Denali Immersion: Welcome to the Subarctic
  • Day 9 Day 9: Denali National Park And Preserve/Anchorage (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Denali National Park And Preserve/Anchorage (1B)

      Enjoy the scenic drive back to Anchorage, following the Alaska Range southward along the picturesque Susitna River. Opt for a final dinner with your fellow travelers this evening, and reflect on your epic journey into the wild.


      Accommodation:
      - Sheraton Hotel & Spa Anchorage (or similar).

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 04:00 - 05:00 Hr(s)
  • Day 10 Day 10: Anchorage (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Anchorage (1B)

      Depart at any time.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Included Activities:
      - Departure Day
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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 12 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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