Majestic Alaska
Majestic Alaska
$5000
Majestic Alaska
10 Days Starting and ending in Anchorage, USA
Visiting: Anchorage, Denali National Park, Fairbanks, Valdez, Kenai Fjords National Park
Tour operator:
Tour code:
DSMAZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Majestic Alaska" tour, a captivating journey through the breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage of the USA's last frontier. Begin your adventure in Anchorage, the gateway to Alaska's wilderness, before delving into the heart of Denali National Park. Experience the thrill of gold panning in Fairbanks and enjoy a unique dinner with a local dog mushing celebrity. Traverse the scenic Seward Byway, explore the wildlife of Valdez, and cruise the icy waters of Kenai Fjords National Park. This tour offers a blend of natural wonders and cultural insights, including visits to the Alaska Native Heritage Center and the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. With expert guides, comfortable accommodations, and immersive experiences, this tour promises an unforgettable Alaskan adventure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Start Your Adventure In Anchorage
Location: Anchorage
Accommodation: Sheraton Anchorage
Accommodation Name: Hilton Anchorage
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to the edge of the wilderness – to a city surrounded by uninhabited landscapes and the perfect springboard to an epic adventure through Alaska. Spend the day recovering from your journey before joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening for a Welcome Reception.
Day 2: Step Into The Wilderness Of Denali National Park
Location: Denali National Park
Accommodation: Denali Park Village
Accommodation Name: Denali Park Village
Meals Included: Breakfast
Kickstart your day with a brief Anchorage City Tour before your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience visiting the Alaska Native Heritage Center. You’ll love learning about the traditional and contemporary ways of Alaska’s Indigenous cultures, journeying through 10,000 years of Alaska Native history and culture through art, dance, exhibits, traditional Native dwellings, films and more. Unlock more local secrets at the Center on an Indigenous Plants Tour MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience where you’ll discover plants’ nutritional and health benefits. The evening is then yours to spend as you like.
Day 3: Uncover The Natural History Of Denali
Location: Denali National Park
Accommodation: Denali Park Village
Accommodation Name: Denali Park Village
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, a Local Specialist reveals insights into the rare subarctic flora and fauna of Denali National Park and Preserve. With the park just a short drive away from your hotel, you'll find a number of ways to enjoy the Alaskan wilderness on your own or spend the day partaking in one of our optional activities. With Denali, the highest peak in North America at the center of it all, the park consists of 6 million acres of tundra, boreal forest and ice-capped mountains. This magnificent land is nature at its most pure yet has something to offer all.
Day 4: Explore Denali And Venture To Fairbanks
Location: Denali National Park
Accommodation: River's Edge Resort
Accommodation Name: River's Edge Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Tune into your beautiful surrounds as you’ll have the whole morning to connect with Denali on your terms. Later, we’ll board a deluxe dome railcar on the Alaska Railroad, and make our way to the Golden Heart City of Fairbanks. A delicious Meal is served aboard the train before our arrival in Alaska’s Northern Lights capital.
Day 5: Dig Deep Into Alaskan Culture Dive Into Culture Connect With Locals
Location: Fairbanks
Accommodation: River's Edge Resort
Accommodation Name: River's Edge Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, you will enjoy a city tour of Fairbanks. Then you'll be digging into insights of Alaska's Gold Rush. Dive Into Culture with Fairbanks’ own Gold Daughters who will guide you through the process of panning for gold in real Alaskan paydirt. To conclude your day, Connect With Locals and enjoy a special visit to the home of David Monson, a local Dog Mushing celebrity, to learn about the sport of Dog Mushing in Alaska. Join him and his dogs for a Be My Guest experience.
Day 6: Take A Scenic Journey To Valdez
Location: Valdez
Accommodation: Best Western Valdez Harbour Inn
Accommodation Name: Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
We journey south to the port community of Valdez located along Prince William Sound. As you carve your way through this rugged state you’ll view the snow-capped summits of the Alaska Range, expansive glaciers and the Trans Alaska Pipeline which runs parallel to the highway. Stretch your legs during a brief stop at the Historic Rika Roadhouse, an important crossroads for travelers, and the Wrangell St. Elias Visitors Center, before arriving in Valdez.
Day 7: Spot The Wildlife Of Valdez
Location: Valdez
Accommodation: Best Western Valdez Harbour Inn
Accommodation Name: Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Delve into the heritage and culture of Valdez, the Copper River Basin and Prince William Sound during this morning’s visit to the Valdez Museum. Keep a keen eye out for seals, otters, sea lions and porpoises as you cruise around Prince William Sound, admiring the plunging ice cliffs of Columbia Glacier which have calved giant icebergs into the bay. Enjoy lunch against the backdrop of your wild surrounds before returning to Valdez, your home for a second night.
Day 8: Travel Back To Anchorage Make Travel Matter
Location: Anchorage
Accommodation: Sheraton Anchorage
Accommodation Name: Hilton Anchorage
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We begin our return journey to Anchorage this morning, crossing Thompson Pass. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience during your afternoon stop at the Musk Ox Farm. Here you’ll join a Local Specialist for a guided tour to view the Artic Musk Oxen and learn how this non-profit organization promotes sustainable agriculture practice. Continuing your journey west, arriving in Anchorage later today where you’ll toast to new friends over a memorable Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 9: Glance At Glaciers Make Travel Matter
Location: Kenai Fjords National Park
Accommodation: Sheraton Anchorage
Accommodation Name: Hilton Anchorage
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
We journey along the Scenic Seward Byway this morning to the port community of Seward. Our first stop is for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where a Local Specialist will reveal the role of this wildlife rehabilitation center. Next up is a sightseeing cruise, including lunch, into the icy heart of Kenai Fjords National Park. Share the waters with Humpback whales and glacial icebergs.
Day 10: Depart Anchorage
Location: Anchorage
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our adventure through the rugged Alaskan wilderness has come to an end. Depart Anchorage at leisure.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included in the tour.
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Accommodation in cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted is included.
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included in the tour.
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are included.
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Daily breakfast and up to half of your evening meals are included.
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras are part of the tour.
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing are provided.
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All transport and transfers shown
All transport and transfers as shown in the itinerary are included.
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.
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Optional Experiences and free time
Optional experiences and free time are part of the tour.
What's Not Included
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Personal expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
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Flights
Flights to and from the starting and ending points of the tour are not included.
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Visa fees
Visa fees and any related travel documentation are not included.
Dining Summary
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 9 Breakfast (B)
- 2 Lunch (L)
Dive Into Culture
- Fairbanks: Pan for gold with Fairbanks’ own Gold Daughters and learn the process of panning for gold as well as ice age fossils and cool minerals.
Mode of Transport
Travel in luxury with a deluxe motorcoach and enjoy scenic rail journeys aboard the Alaska Railroad's dome railcar. Experience the beauty of Alaska with a scenic cruise through Prince William Sound and Kenai Fjords National Park.
Accommodation
Stay at the Hilton Anchorage and Denali Park Village, offering proximity to Denali National Park. Enjoy the River's Edge Resort in Fairbanks and the Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn in Valdez, providing comfort and convenience throughout your Alaskan adventure.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique cultural experiences are included in the Majestic Alaska tour?
The tour includes a visit to the Alaska Native Heritage Center where you can learn about Alaska's Indigenous cultures through art, dance, and traditional Native dwellings. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to pan for gold with Fairbanks' own Gold Daughters and learn about the sport of Dog Mushing with a local celebrity in Fairbanks.
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How does the Majestic Alaska tour support sustainable tourism?
The tour includes MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experiences that support sustainable tourism, such as visiting the Alaska Native Heritage Center to learn about indigenous plants, touring the Musk Ox Farm to understand sustainable agriculture practices, and visiting the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to learn about wildlife rehabilitation efforts.
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What wildlife can be observed during the Majestic Alaska tour?
During the tour, you can observe a variety of wildlife including moose, elk, deer, reindeer, black and brown bears, lynx, foxes, and the great-horned owl at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Additionally, while cruising around Prince William Sound, you may see seals, otters, sea lions, porpoises, and Humpback whales.
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What are some of the scenic highlights of the Majestic Alaska tour?
The tour offers scenic highlights such as a cruise through Prince William Sound, a journey on the iconic Alaska Railroad, and a drive along the Scenic Seward Byway. You will also have the opportunity to view the snow-capped summits of the Alaska Range and the ice cliffs of Columbia Glacier.
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What is the 'Be My Guest' experience in Fairbanks?
In Fairbanks, the 'Be My Guest' experience includes a special visit to the home of Dave Monson, a local Dog Mushing celebrity, where you will learn about the sport of Dog Mushing and enjoy a dinner experience with him and his dogs.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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