Alaska by Sea and Land

This 15-day tour offers an immersive exploration of Alaska. Begin your journey in Vancouver and embark on a seven-night cruise through Alaska's Inside Passage, passing glaciers and stopping to visit rustic villages. Then spend six nights on land, venturing into Denali National Park and discovering Fairbanks.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Vancouver

Arrive in Vancouver and be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to relax or explore this beautiful city as you please. 

Day 2: Vancouver, Embark Ship

Head to the harbour, where your ship awaits, and take a moment to settle in ahead of your unforgettable cruise through the Inside Passage.

Day 3: Inside Passage

Relish life on board with a full day at sea today. Perhaps take in the sweeping coastal views, enjoy your ship's facilities, savour the delicious dining options or simply relax.

Day 4: Ketchikan

Dock in Ketchikan today, set on the tranquil shores of the Tongass Narrows, and spend some time exploring as you please.

Day 5: Juneau

Alaska’s capital, Juneau, sits at the foot of Mount Roberts and Mount Juneau on the Gastineau Channel. Flowing from the Juneau Icefield, the magnificent Mendenhall Glacier lies just beyond the city's doorstep. Widely regarded as one of the most remote and breathtaking state capitals in the United States, this picturesque destination is surrounded by pristine waters, lush forests and rugged mountains, offering endless opportunities for outdoor adventure. Disembark and explore at your leisure, or join an optional excursion to discover more of Juneau’s wonders (additional expense).

Day 6: Skagway

Arrive in Skagway, the Inside Passage’s northernmost point. During the peak of the Klondike Gold Rush, this bustling port town became the main gateway to the goldfields, rapidly growing into Alaska's largest settlement. It's the perfect place to discover Alaska's rich history, breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife. See heritage buildings, now protected as part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, and perhaps set off on an excursion (additional expense).

Day 7: Glacier Bay National Park

You might need to pinch yourself this morning as you awaken to the spellbinding beauty of World Heritage-listed Glacier Bay National Park. Take in the calving tidewater glaciers and learn about the area's geological wonders from local rangers.

Day 8: College Fjord

Cruise amid the stunning setting of College Fjord, a magnificent stretch of water home to five tidewater and large valley glaciers.

Day 9: Whittier, Disembark Ship, Anchorage, Talkeetna

Travel to Anchorage, where you’ll enjoy a Signature Experience. Afterwards, continue to Talkeetna. 

Signature Experience – Alaska Native Heritage Center

Discover Alaska’s Indigenous cultures at the Alaska Native Heritage Center during an enriching guided visit and cultural presentation. Gain a deeper insight into Alaska Native history and learn about the values and traditions which remain today. 

Day 10: Talkeetna

Enjoy breakfast at a leisurely pace today with the spectacular Alaska Range in the background. Then, embark on your preferred Freedom of Choice activity.

Freedom of Choice – Talkeetna River Float Trip

Treat yourself to a day immersed in nature, embarking on a relaxing float ride down the Talkeetna River. Soak in the beautiful scenery and lush surrounds as you keep watch for resident creatures including bald eagles, beavers and lynx.

Freedom of Choice – Wilderness Jet Boat Tour

Hold on tight as you zip through Denali National Park on an exhilarating jet boat ride. Heading deep into the wilderness, you’ll power along the water with ease as you discover unique jewels. Along the way, stop off to meet the friendly people who call this remote area home.

Freedom of Choice – Talkeetna Zip Line Adventure

Embark on an exciting zip line adventure as you traverse nine zip lines and cross three suspension bridges while viewing Denali and the dramatic vistas of the Alaska Range, the foot of the Ruth Glacier, and the braided Chulitna River Valley. The final and longest zip line of the tour is sure to exhilarate you, spanning close to six hundred feet over a beautiful glacial kettle pond.

Freedom of Choice – Talkeetna Lakes Hike

Explore Talkeetna’s best hiking trail alongside an expert naturalist guide. Be on the lookout for loons and kingfishers on the lakes and moose and bears in the woods. A new scene of beauty unfolds at every turn on this three-mile moderate hike through lush old-growth forest, which is teeming with life and home to songbirds, wildflowers, berries and mushrooms. 

Day 11: Talkeetna, Denali National Park

Enjoy an enriching Signature Experience this morning. Then, board the deluxe dome railcars of the McKinley Explorer train and travel to Denali National Park. Later, arrive at your resort in time for dinner at your chosen restaurant.

Signature Experience – Denali Climbing Presentation

Join an experienced mountaineer for a first-hand account of what it’s like to scale Denali, North America’s highest mountain peak. 

Day 12: Denali National Park

Discover the magnificent wildlife of Denali National Park during an incredible Signature Experience today. The evening is free for you to spend at leisure.

Signature Experience – Tundra Wilderness Tour

Journey into the heart of Denali National Park and embark on a phenomenal wilderness tour. Enjoy a spectacular opportunity to spot Alaska’s diverse wildlife in the national park, including moose, grizzlies, caribou, eagles and wolves. 

Day 13: Denali National Park, Fairbanks

After a morning at leisure in Denali National Park, travel to Fairbanks, Alaska’s Golden Heart City.

Day 14: Fairbanks

Cruise the Chena River aboard a sternwheeler and be transported back to a time when riverboats filled Alaska’s waterways. Later, discover Alaska’s gold rush history as you travel along the Tanana Valley Railroad to Gold Dredge 8. In the evening, a farewell dinner with your fellow travellers awaits.

Day 15: Depart Fairbanks

Your spectacular journey comes to an end today. Following breakfast, say goodbye and be transferred to the airport.