Alaska in 10 Days: Glaciers, Denali and Gold Country
Tour details
- Nature & Wildlife Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
- Group Tour Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Low Intensity Travelers can expect some light physical activities
- Guided in English
- Group Size 8 - 45
- All Ages Welcome
Itinerary
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In Alaska, the summer sun barely sets, and with 20-plus hours of daylight even the produce grows large (the Matanuska Valley is known for its 70-pound cabbages). Over 10 days you'll travel from coast to mountains, cruising past the 3-mile face of the Columbia Glacier and watching tidewater glaciers calve in Kenai Fjords National Park. You'll ride the Alaska Railroad into Denali National Park, home to North America's highest peak, pan for gold at Fairbanks' Gold Dredge #8, and watch a mushing demonstration at the home of an Iditarod champion. Along the way you may spot whales, caribou, moose or grizzlies. Locals shrug at such sightings; we think you'll find this a big trip.
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Your trip begins in Anchorage, where you'll meet your Tour Director at the hotel between 3 pm and 7 pm. Once you've settled in, the evening is free to explore at your own pace. Ask your Tour Director for tips on where to eat and what to see around town.
Locations
- Anchorage
Accommodation
Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa · Hotel 4*
Optional Activities
- Dinner out in Anchorage
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A welcome orientation opens the day before you set off through the Matanuska Valley, the region famous for its giant cabbages. You'll cross Tahneta Pass for glacier views and stop at the Wrangell-St. Elias National Park Visitor Center and the Ahtna Cultural Center to learn about the area and local Native culture. Bridal Veil Falls comes into view before you reach Valdez, the seaside port that's your base for the next few days.
Locations
- Anchorage, Palmer, Wrangell St. Elias National Park, Valdez
Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
Totem Hotel & Suites · Hotel
Included Activities
- Welcome orientation meeting
- Travel through Palmer in Matanuska Valley
- Visit Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve Visitor Center
- Visit Ahtna Cultural Center
- Stop at Bridal Veil Falls
Landmarks
- Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve
- Bridal Veil Falls
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A local guide walks you through Old Town Valdez, sharing stories of the town's history and character. Then you'll board a boat to cruise Prince William Sound, where the highlight is the 3-mile face of the Columbia Glacier seen up close. Keep watch for seals, sea otters, birds and whales, and you'll pass the Trans-Alaska Pipeline Terminal before returning to Valdez.
Locations
- Valdez, Prince William Sound
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
Totem Hotel & Suites · Hotel
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Old Town Valdez with local guide
- Cruise on Prince William Sound
- Cruise along Columbia Glacier
- Visit Trans-Alaska Pipeline Terminal
Landmarks
- Old Town Valdez
- Columbia Glacier
- Trans-Alaska Pipeline Terminal
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The Richardson Highway serves up views the whole way north. At the Delta Junction Roadhouse, you'll explore a living history homestead with a museum and farm animals. Further on, you'll see the longest elevated stretch of the trans-Alaska pipeline and cross the Tanana Pipeline River Bridge. From there the Alaska Highway carries you west to Fairbanks, with the evening free to spend however you like.
Locations
- Valdez, Delta Junction, Fairbanks
Meals
- Breakfast
Accommodation
Pike's Waterfront Lodge · Lodge
Included Activities
- Stop at Delta Junction Roadhouse (living history homestead, museum, farm animals)
- View Tanana Pipeline River Bridge
Landmarks
- Delta Junction Roadhouse
- Tanana Pipeline River Bridge
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The day opens at Gold Dredge #8, where you'll ride the narrow-gauge railroad and try panning for gold. In the afternoon, you'll cruise the Chena River aboard the Sternwheeler Discovery, stopping at Chena Village to learn about Athabascan Native culture. You'll meet Iditarod mushers and their dog teams and can ask them about breeding, training and the famous race. Dinner at a local restaurant rounds things off.
Locations
- Fairbanks
Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner Dinner at a local restaurant
Accommodation
Pike's Waterfront Lodge · Lodge
Included Activities
- Guided visit of Gold Dredge #8 mine
- Narrow-gauge railroad ride
- Pan for gold
- Riverboat cruise aboard Sternwheeler Discovery
- Stop at Chena Village
- Meet Iditarod mushers and dog teams
Landmarks
- Gold Dredge #8
- Chena River
- Chena Village
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Today you'll ride the Alaska Railroad on a full-day journey through wilderness, its large windows framing the passing landscape. Denali, North America's highest peak at 20,320 feet, towers over the scene. The afternoon is yours to explore Denali. In the evening, a Naturalist gives a presentation about Denali National Park, followed by dinner at a local restaurant.
Locations
- Fairbanks, Denali National Park
Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner Dinner at a local restaurant
Accommodation
Denali Park Village · Hotel
Included Activities
- Alaska Railroad scenic train trip to Denali National Park
- Presentation on Denali National Park by a Naturalist
Landmarks
- Denali National Park
- Denali
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Take the morning to relax and ease into the day. In the afternoon, a Naturalist Driver Guide leads you on a tundra wilderness tour deeper into the park. Keep your eyes open for grizzly bears, caribou, moose and other wildlife as you go.
Locations
- Denali National Park
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
Denali Park Village · Hotel
Included Activities
- Tundra Wilderness tour with Naturalist Driver Guide
Optional Activities
- Photography excursion
- Helicopter ride over the park
Landmarks
- Denali National Park
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Heading south toward Anchorage, you'll stop at Happy Trails Kennels, where four-time Iditarod Champion Martin Buser trains his sled dogs. You'll meet him, hear how the team is cared for and trained, and watch a mushing demonstration. In Anchorage, you'll visit the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner tonight, with a special presentation from an Alaskan bush pilot.
Locations
- Denali National Park, Big Lake, Anchorage
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner Farewell dinner
Accommodation
Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa · Hotel 4*
Included Activities
- Visit Happy Trails Kennels
- Meet Iditarod champion Martin Buser
- Mushing demonstration
- Meet sled dogs and puppies
- Visit Alaska Native Heritage Center
- Farewell dinner
- Presentation by Alaskan bush pilot
Landmarks
- Happy Trails Kennels
- Alaska Native Heritage Center
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The drive to Seward follows the south shore of Turnagain Arm, one of the world's most scenic routes. On arrival, you'll board your vessel to cruise Kenai Fjords National Park. Throughout the day, watch for glaciers calving into the sea, along with orcas, humpback whales, sea otters and other wildlife.
Locations
- Anchorage, Seward, Kenai Fjords National Park
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa · Hotel 4*
Included Activities
- Scenic drive along Turnagain Arm
- Cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park
Landmarks
- Kenai Fjords National Park
- Harding Icefield
- Turnagain Arm
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Breakfast this morning brings your Alaskan journey to a close. Safe travels until we meet again.
Locations
- Anchorage
Meals
- Breakfast
Dates & Prices
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From Cuma 14 May, 2027To Pazar 30 May, 2027
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From Cuma 14 May, 2027To Pazar 23 May, 2027
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From Cuma 21 May, 2027To Pazar 30 May, 2027
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From Cuma 21 May, 2027To Pazar 6 Haz, 2027
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From Çarşamba 26 May, 2027To Cuma 4 Haz, 2027
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From Cuma 28 May, 2027To Pazar 6 Haz, 2027
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From Cuma 28 May, 2027To Pazar 13 Haz, 2027
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From Cuma 4 Haz, 2027To Pazar 13 Haz, 2027
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From Cuma 4 Haz, 2027To Pazar 20 Haz, 2027
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From Cuma 11 Haz, 2027To Pazar 20 Haz, 2027
Partners
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Alesia Tour
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Globus
Tour partnerOrganises and runs this tour on the ground, from guides and transport to accommodation.
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TourRadar
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Included
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- 3 nights in twin-share rooms at the superior first-class Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa
- 2 nights in twin-share rooms at the moderate first-class Totem Hotel & Suites
- 2 nights in twin-share rooms at the moderate first-class Pike's Waterfront Lodge
- 2 nights in twin-share rooms at the moderate first-class Denali Park Village
- Please be aware that all accommodations are subject to change until 4-6 weeks before the departure date. Final accommodation details will be provided to you with your finalised travel documents.
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- Experienced English-speaking driver and guide throughout tour
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- 9 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Dinners
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- Free wi-Fi available in most hotels throughout tour
- VALDEZ the tour partner Local Favorite Alaskan fishing industry presentation
- PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND Scenic cruise to Columbia Glacier and Trans-Alaska Pipeline Terminal
- FAIRBANKS Guided visit of Gold Dredge #8 mine includes panning for gold.
- CHENA RIVER Riverboat cruise aboard the sternwheeler Discovery
- ALASKA RAILROAD Scenic train trip to Denali National Park
- DENALI NATIONAL PARK Presentation by a Naturalist from the Murie Science & Learning Center. Tundra Wilderness tour.
- BIG LAKE Visit to Happy Trails Kennels includes meeting Iditarod champion Martin Buser
- ANCHORAGE Visit the Alaska Native American Heritage Center. Alaskan bush pilot presentation.
- SEWARD Scenic cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park.
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- Modern air-conditioned coach throughout tour
Not Included
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- As we have travellers from all over the world, flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price and you need to arrange these separately by yourself once your tour is guaranteed. As we specialise in organising the best tours around the world for you, we are unable to advise on flight prices or book flights on your behalf. We recommend that you do not book your flights until your place on the tour has been confirmed.
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- This tour does not include travel insurance. Please make sure you are adequately covered. You can arrange travel insurance with your preferred provider, or our Travel Experts can recommend a provider for you.
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- The following optional experiences are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. More information will be provided to you with your finalised travel documents. Optional activities must be booked and paid for at least 90 days prior to departure.
- VALDEZ FLIGHTSEEING
- Enjoy a flightseeing tour that provides beautiful views of the spectacular glaciers and the stunning Chugach Mountains around Valdez. Wildlife, waterfalls and multiple glaciers included!
- ARCTIC CIRCLE AIR ADVENTURE
- Fly above the Arctic! This thrilling tour allows a guest to experience the Brooks Range, cross the Arctic Circle and fly the wilderness airways of Alaska's Arctic.
- SLED DOG KENNEL TOUR
- Sled dogs play an important cultural role in Alaska's past and present, so during your time in Denali, consider this excursion to meet sled dogs, visit with puppies and see summer training in action.
- RAFTING THE NENANA RIVER
- A float trip excursion along the Nenana River travels 11 miles through the Alaska wilderness, allowing guests to explore more of the Alaska wilderness.
- DENALI WILDERNESS WALKING TOUR
- Enjoy a moderate walk through local terrain narrated by a naturalist local guide.
- FLIGHTSEEING OVER DENALI
- Stunning views of the Alaska Range, ancient glaciers, and towering peaks combine to make a flightseeing excursion of Denali a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Choose from a selection of flight experiences, including a more active heli-hiking excursion!
- ANCHORAGE FLIGHTSEEING EXCURSIONS
- In a state where airplanes are a way of life for so many residents and almost as common place as taxis are in New York City, experiencing Alaska from the air is a wonderful way to discover this magnificent region. Soar high above the mountains, lakes and glaciers, getting a birds eye view of this vast landscape.
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- Arrival and departure transfers
- Entrance fees
- Pre and post-tour accommodation
- Tipping
- Other meals, snacks and drinks
All accommodations are subject to change
- Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa Hotel 4* · Anchorage Days 1, 8, 9
- Totem Hotel & Suites Hotel · Anchorage, Palmer, Wrangell St. Elias National Park, Valdez Days 2, 3
- Pike's Waterfront Lodge Lodge · Valdez, Delta Junction, Fairbanks Days 4, 5
- Denali Park Village Hotel · Fairbanks, Denali National Park Days 6, 7
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Ricky
We had a great time on the Spectacular Alaska tour. The Alaskan wilderness, wildlife, lifestyle, and people were amazing. Todd our tour director and Nick our driver were professional, entertaining, informative, and caring of all of the guests.
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Billy
This is my third time with Globus and as usual it is another “best next to nothing “ type. This ten days tour not only allowed me to see what I have been wanting to see but has actually merged me to truly experience Alaska. The tour guide Wede and the bus driver John are so knowledgeable adding so much fun and comfort to the group. This tour as guided by them is a true credit to the Company.
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Monika
The trip was an amazing experience, in a breathtaking country with a brillant tour guide, Todd!
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Donald
The schedule , locales, accommodations and food were all excellent and well planned. However, the best part of our vacation was the guide that went with us on the land portion. His name is Alex Wambaugh. SUPERB!! If we go to Alaska again we will definitely schedule it around his availability.
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Craig
Wade our tour guide was amazing! My only negative was day Ankorage to Seward cruise. Captain should not have taken us out into such rough waters.
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Donald
Overall, I was very pleased with the tour. Services and accommodations were excellent. Wade was an amazing tour guide. He kept us informed and provided historical and cultural information all along the way. Mike was an excellent driver, always on time and ready to help.
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Scott
Very good tour. Tour guide provided lots of good information and insight.
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Thomas
The service, programs, and tour guide were top quality and enjoyable.
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Gayle
Our travel specialist worked hard to get just the right sights to see while we were in Alaska. Globus was very well organized and our tour director was very knowledgeable and fun.
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Larry
Having been on numerous Globus trips in the past, we were again favorably impressed with the destinations, the professional tour guide, the accommodations, the comfortable coach while traveling.
Tour ID: 117870
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