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Nature's Best: Alaska 2027
7 Day Tour from Fairbanks to Anchorage
Tour Description:
Sky-piercing peaks. Glistening Glaciers. Whale tails and wildlife trails. Follow your adventurous side north to Alaska where natural wonders never cease—from North America’s highest peak presiding over six million acres of wilderness glory in Denali National Park; to travel by rail aboard Alaska Railroad through untamed wilderness en route to Talkeetna; and by ship to glide through the glacial waters of Kenai Fjords National Park. Make new best friends with sled dogs and fjord every dream along the waters of ancient ice and age-old forests. Sharpen your instincts to spot fantastic beasts like whales, eagles, caribou, moose, and bears. Follow the rush of gold prospectors hitting their first strike and get a rush of your own in North America’s last frontier where natural wonders, Native history, and never-ending discoveries never cease to amaze on this Alaska vacation!
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Dates & Pricing
Start Dates Listed Below are US departure dates, please verify specific dates with your Pavlus Travel Planner
| Tuesday 11 May 27 — Monday 17 May 27
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $4,519 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 18 May 27 — Monday 24 May 27 | Starting at $4,199 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 25 May 27 — Monday 31 May 27
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $5,069 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 01 Jun 27 — Monday 07 Jun 27 | Starting at $4,749 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 15 Jun 27 — Monday 21 Jun 27 | Starting at $4,749 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 22 Jun 27 — Monday 28 Jun 27 | Starting at $4,749 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 29 Jun 27 — Monday 05 Jul 27 | Starting at $4,749 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 06 Jul 27 — Monday 12 Jul 27 | Starting at $4,749 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 13 Jul 27 — Monday 19 Jul 27 | Starting at $4,749 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 20 Jul 27 — Monday 26 Jul 27
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $5,069 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 03 Aug 27 — Monday 09 Aug 27 | Starting at $4,749 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 10 Aug 27 — Monday 16 Aug 27 | Starting at $4,749 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 17 Aug 27 — Monday 23 Aug 27 | Starting at $4,749 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 24 Aug 27 — Monday 30 Aug 27
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $5,069 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 31 Aug 27 — Monday 06 Sep 27 | Starting at $4,199 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 07 Sep 27 — Monday 13 Sep 27 | Starting at $4,199 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingSpecial features included in this tour:• Sightseeing cruise on the Chena River with a visit to an Athabascan village • Presentation by a Denali Naturalist and dinner at a local restaurant • Wilderness expedition in Denali National Park with a Naturalist Driver Guide • Visit to an Iditarod musher’s home with a sled-dog demonstration • Rail journey aboard the Alaska Railroad in Deluxe Dome Service • Overnight stay at Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge with panoramic Denali views • Alaskan treat at historic [LF] Talkeetna Roadhouse • City sightseeing in Anchorage including major landmarks • Scenic drive along the Kenai Peninsula to Seward • Cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park with opportunities for wildlife viewing • Visit to Chena Village
Notes:
• While wildlife in Alaska is frequently seen year-round, May and early June and September departures offer greater opportunities for wildlife viewing. • Departures after mid-August offer fall foliage. Northern Lights (aurora borealis) are most visible late August and September, weather permitting.
• While wildlife in Alaska is frequently seen year-round, May and early June and September departures offer greater opportunities for wildlife viewing. • Departures after mid-August offer fall foliage. Northern Lights (aurora borealis) are most visible late August and September, weather permitting.
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1 ARRIVE IN FAIRBANKS
Welcome to Alaska! Meet your Tour Director between 3-7pm in your hotel reception area
Day 2 FAIRBANKS–DENALI NATIONAL PARK
Native American Traditions This morning, board the sternwheeler Discovery for a cruise on the Chena River with a stop at the Chena Village to learn about Athabascan Native culture. We continue to Denali National Park, home to North America’s highest peak, 20,320-foot Denali (also known as Mount McKinley), majestically dominating the park’s six million acres. This evening, enjoy a private presentation by a Naturalist and dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURAL GEMS Experience frontier living in an Athabascan village on the Chena River. Here in the Alaskan forests, cabins are made of spruce logs, and the old ways of living with the land are beautifully preserved in the heritage of the Athabascan Native culture. Learn about traditions and survival in an unforgiving yet beautiful environment, where generations of Athabascans skillfully survived for over 10,000 years, ultimately adapting to village life and Western culture in the past century
Breakfast Dinner
Breakfast
DinnerDay 3 DENALI NATIONAL PARK
Wilderness Wonders Morning at leisure. Optional activities include a float trip down the Nenana River and a helicopter ride over the park. Later, journey into Denali National Park with a Naturalist Driver Guide on a Tundra Wilderness tour. The evening is free. (B,L)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS Venture deep into Denali National Park and Preserve with a Naturalist Driver Guide in search of fantastic wildlife and natural wonders. Stay alert for wildlife, including Denali’s Big Five: the grizzly bear, caribou, moose, Dall sheep, and elusive wolf. Named for the highest mountain peak in North America, Denali is a natural treasure of pristine and untamed wilderness at its finest
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BreakfastLunchDay 4 DENALI NATIONAL PARK–ALASKA RAILROAD–TALKEETNA
Sled Races & Railroads This morning, visit the home of an Iditarod Musher to hear stories of their adventures and meet resident champion sled-dogs. Then, board the world-famous Alaska Railroad for a journey through the majestic Alaskan wilderness en route to Talkeetna. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Overnight at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge. From its incredible setting on a ridge just above the town of Talkeetna, the lodge offers majestic views of Denali. Enjoy scenic hiking, flightseeing, or simply relax amid stunning views from the deck, or chill hearthside by the crackling fire of a giant river rock fireplace
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 5 TALKEETNA–ANCHORAGE–SEWARD
Anchorage Adventures This morning, enjoy a traditional [LF] Alaskan fresh-baked treat at the historic Talkeetna Roadhouse. Then, head south toward Anchorage for a city tour, followed by a scenic drive along the Kenai Peninsula en route to Seward. Join your Tour Director and fellow travelers for a farewell dinner this evening. (B,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
URBAN LIFE Alaska’s largest city is a unique combination of modern city life and wilderness. Discover the rich history, cultural influences, and iconic landmarks on a guided sightseeing tour of Anchorage. Visit the vibrant downtown, Earthquake Park, and Lake Hood Seaplane Base, the largest floatplane airport in the world. Enjoy sweeping views of Cook Inlet and a statue of its namesake, British explorer Captain James Cook
Breakfast Dinner
Breakfast DinnerDay 6 SEWARD. CRUISE IN KENAI FJORDS NATIONAL PARK–ANCHORAGE
Making a Splash Today, board your vessel for a cruise of Kenai Fjords National Park with the opportunity to see glaciers calving into the sea, orcas, humpback whales, sea otters, and more! (B,L)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS Spectacular Kenai Fjords National Park covers 600,000 acres of protected and pure wilderness, with more than half of its majestic landscapes covered in ice and snow. From the massive Harding Icefield to the countless tidewater glaciers carving deep fjords, this arctic paradise is a natural wonder to behold. A cruise on the fjords affords an unforgettable opportunity to see glaciers calving into the sea, orcas, humpback whales, sea otters, and more breathtaking sights
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BreakfastLunchDay 7 ANCHORAGE
Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Accommodations
Accommodations| Fairbanks | Denali National Park | Talkeetna | Seward | Anchorage |
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
Moderate First-Class
1850 Hoselton Drive Fairbanks AK United States
Along the banks of the impressive Chena River sits Pike's Waterfront Lodge. You'll rest easily in comfortable rooms, all with Aveda aromatherapy room amenities and many featuring scenic views, a steam room & sauna, riverside deck, restaurant, and a cozy lounge. The hotel is minutes from the Fairbanks Alaska airport and next door to famous Pike's Landing restaurant. It's a convenient and stunning spot for your time in Fairbanks.
Moderate First-Class
1850 Hoselton Drive Fairbanks AK United States
Along the banks of the impressive Chena River sits Pike's Waterfront Lodge. You'll rest easily in comfortable rooms, all with Aveda aromatherapy room amenities and many featuring scenic views, a steam room & sauna, riverside deck, restaurant, and a cozy lounge. The hotel is minutes from the Fairbanks Alaska airport and next door to famous Pike's Landing restaurant. It's a convenient and stunning spot for your time in Fairbanks.
