Alaskan Wonder - 14 DaysThe Alaskan Wonder tour takes you through a land of wonder and majesty. This American state is far from different than its lower 48 relations. Instead this state is full of majestic mountains, crystal blue glacial lakes, stunning glaciers, untamed wildlife and unspoilt beauty. This is the land of the midnight sun.
Tour Location
The tour starts and ends in Anchorage, Alaska.
We leave Anchorage following the Chugach Mountains heading north. We pass the massive Mantanuska Glacier on our way to the Wrangell Mountains. Take time out to explore this vast wilderness before we cross the Alaska Mountains. Here we will cross Alaska’s oil Pipeline and spend a night camping in the Tangle Lakes before arriving into Denali National Park.
Denali is a beautiful place that is home to the tallest peak in America, Mt McKinley. Two included scenic bus tours are designed to give you the best sightseeing opportunities around. Endless scenic views and hiking opportunities will help you see the park up close and personal. This pristine landscape is teaming with animal residents including the caribou, moose, fox and grizzly bear. The Athabascan Indians know McKinley as “ The Great One” an apt description.
We pause in Anchorage to see some sights and take in the nightlife of the largest city in Alaska.
Next we will take the coastal road along the Turnagain Arm of Cook’s Inlet where we have a chance to view the magical ice blue lake of Portage and its uniquely sculpted icebergs. From Portage Lake we continue down the Kenai Peninsula to Seward, the entrance to Kenai Fjords National Park.
Hike to the base of the Exit Glacier or to the vast Harding Icefields. Alternatively try boating along the spectacular coastline in the search for marine life such as killer whales and calving icebergs.
In the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge canoeing is highly recommended to get the closest view possible to the native bald eagles and moose.
Leaving the national parks we head for the tip of the Peninsula and Homer. Here we catch our boat to our luxury wilderness camp that overlooks the Kachemak Bay and Kenai Mountains. Indulge in true adventure with mountain biking, sea kayaking or simply enjoy the local dishes including our very own authentic salmon bake.
After our adventure we head back to Homer with its snow crested summits to relax and enjoy the quiet streets and once isolated village at the "End of the Road". Spend your energy hiking and beachcombing before enjoying some fresh caught halibut native to these waters.
To end our tour, we pass the old Russian settlements of Ninilchik and Kenai on our return to Anchorage.
Stops
Departs our Anchorage hotel at 0730 hrs.
1. Alaska Range
2. Wrangell - St. Elias NP
3. Tangle Lakes
4. Denali National Park
5. Denali National Park
6. Denali National Park
7. Anchorage
8. Seward
9. Seward
10. Seward
11. Kenai Nat'l Wildlife Refuge
12. Luxury Wilderness Camp (HP)
13. Homer
14. Anchorage
Please note: This trek may operate in either direction. (HP) indicates cabin night included in the price. All other nights camping included in the price.
Optional Activities
There will be plenty of opportunities for you to take part in additional activities during the tour at your own expense. Optional activities include:
Whitewater rafting
Ice climbing
Dogsled demonstration
Kenai Fjords scenic cruise
Alyeska Mountain aerial tramway
Halibut fishing
Sea Kayaking
Wilderness canoeing
Mountain biking
Float Plane Trip
Scenic Denali flight
Excellent national park hikes
Accommodation and Meals
You will be camping or staying in a cabin where noted during the tour. You will contribute to a food kitty of $9 per day. This will provide for 3 meals a day usually; eating fresh food that we purchase as we travel to satisfy the international flavour of the group- a healthy way to travel at an unbeatable price. While on the tour you will take turns cooking meals.
Programme cost Inclusive of
- Transportation by adventure vehicle
- Services of a tour leader
- All camping fees & equipment
- Two Denali NP scenic bus trips
- Luxury Wilderness Camp including boat transfers and all meals
- Admission to all National Parks and Monuments
Programme cost Exclusive of
- International Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Spending Money
- Food (Kitty will be collected USD$9 per day)
Free Time
Due to the volume of activities you will be taking part in during the tour, the little time you have to spare, allows you to do as you please. You can take this opportunity to explore your surroundings, or just relax with your group.
Getting there
You will need to arrange a flight into Anchorage International Airport where you will need to get a transfer to join your group.
Dates and Prices
The Alaskan Wonder tour price varies according to the time of year. Please contact us for exact dates and prices.
|
