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Best of Alaska Escorted Land Tour
- Featuring
Fairbanks, Denali, Anchorage, Soldotna, Kenai, Homer, Girdwood & Whittier
- 11 Day / 10 Night Alaska Land Tour.
Guaranteed Departure Dates of
June 1, July
6, August 3
A truly unique
tour from Premier,
the creators of imaginative Alaska tour itineraries! Includes a mix of
transportation by land and sea aboard deluxe coach, unique water taxi,
luxury catamaran, railroad and riverboat. In Fairbanks, highlights include
traveling a step back in time aboard an authentic riverboat and viewing
the magical gold exhibit at the museum. In Denali, searching the pristine
wilderness for grizzly, moose, caribou as well as viewing incredible flora
and fauna found around every curve. In Anchorage, be immersed in native
culture and hear historic accounts of this thriving cosmopolitan city.
Explore the Kenai Peninsula, known as the place Alaskans go to play. Meet
homesteaders who traveled on dirt roads a short forty years ago; visit a
historic cannery and learn the impact of the fishing community; learn
about the Russian Orthodox culture on an Old Town Walking Tour of Kenai
and experience the art community of Homer. In Prince William Sound enter a
world where wonders never cease and hear the crackle of glaciers. This
tour is ideal for those wanting an in-depth tour featuring the Best of
Alaska.
TOUR ITINERARY
DAY 1, Sunday 6/1,
7/6, 8/3
Fly into
Anchorage,
Alaska’s largest city. Transfer via hotel courtesy shuttle and overnight
in Anchorage
(groups must purchase transfer
service in advance to ensure flawless service).
DAY 2, Monday 6/2,
7/7, 8/4
Deluxe motorcoach for today’s spectacular narrated journey
to Fairbanks; better known to Alaskans as the Golden Heart City. Drive
through the
Matanuska Susitna Valley
where world
record monster size vegetables grow in the 24-hour daylight and hear
agricultural tales. The route takes you along the
Wrangell- St.
Elias National Park,
the largest park in the U.S. and the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. Overnight
Fairbanks. Meals: B
DAY 3, Tuesday 6/3,
7/8, 8/5
Today learn how the gold rush affected Alaska's interior on
a
sightseeing tour
with an included visit to the University of Alaska,
Fairbanks
Museum.
Time is available for shopping, walking or dining on your own in the
downtown area. Cruise on the Chena River aboard a
sternwheeler
and
experience the thrill of river travel. Travel back to the time when
traditional riverboats plied the waterways of Alaska’s interior during the
late 1800’s. Tonight, partake in an optional authentic salmon bake.
Overnight Fairbanks. Meals: B
DAY 4, Wednesday 6/4,
7/9, 8/6
Ride the motorcoach south to
Denali National Park.
Enjoy an
afternoon of exploring this pristine area at your leisure by either
participating in a complimentary park service activity or optional tour.
There are many to choose from including mild or wild river rafting, flight
seeing Mt. McKinley, a jet boat safari on the Nenana River or a visit to
the award winning dog kennels of 2006 Iditarod champion, Jeff King.
Overnight Denali. Meals: B
DAY 5, Thursday 6/5,
7/10, 8/7
Today travel deep into Denali National Park on the
Tundra
Wilderness Tour
and search the pristine wilderness for bear, moose,
caribou, and Dall sheep. This six to eight hour journey is narrated
allowing for insight into the animals, flora and fauna of this spectacular
region. Overnight Denali. Meals: B, SBM
DAY 6, Friday 6/6,
7/11, 8/8
Enjoy a morning of leisure for on own exploration. This
afternoon board the world famous
Alaska Railroad
for the day trip to Anchorage. As you travel along the Susitna River, you
may catch a glimpse of the majestic Mt. McKinley or black bear along the
banks. Overnight Anchorage. Meals: B
DAY 7, Saturday 6/7,
7/12, 8/9
Enjoy a
city tour
of Anchorage, which
includes the historic downtown district. Included visit to the
Alaska
Native Heritage Center,
a gathering place that celebrates, perpetuates and shares Alaska Native
cultures. Tonight, feast on an Alaskan style meal and share tales from the
road with your traveling companions. Overnight Anchorage. Meals: B, D
DAY 8, Sunday 6/8,
7/13, 8/10
Exclusive motorcoach to the central peninsula community of
Kenai. Visit the
Kenai Cultural Center
and see the incredible display of
Alaskan artifacts. From here, enjoy a narrated
walking tour
of the
old town village of Kenai and discuss the Russian Orthodox influence.
Continue the motorcoach journey south and see spectacular scenery like
volcanoes on the far side of the Cook Inlet, lush green valleys and an
array of wildflowers. Included unique "Welcome to Homer" dinner. Overnight
in Homer. Meals: B, D
DAY 9, Monday 6/9,
7/14, 8/11
Head north to the banks of the Kenai River and take
a stroll
down the dock
to watch fishermen in this world class destination. Visit
an
authentic cannery
with a chance to
explore this century old historic site and dine at leisure (lunch not
included). Visit the
Historical Society
Museum
and see early homestead cabins, the first area schoolhouse
and enjoy the nature trail. Overnight Girdwood, located in the scenic
Portage River Valley. Meals: B
DAY 10, Tuesday 6/10,
7/15, 8/12
Visit the
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
for an up close look at some of Alaska’s land critters. Continue touring
to the port of Whittier for connections to a luxury high-speed catamaran.
Cruise the calm and
protected waters of Prince
William Sound
and come face to face with tidewater glaciers plus an
amazing array of wildlife. Motorcoach tour to Anchorage for overnight
accommodations. Meals: B, L
DAY 11, Wednesday
6/11, 7/16, 8/13
Your Best of Alaska
Escorted Land Tour comes to an end with a hotel courtesy transfer to the
Scheduled Departure Program.
All departures are guaranteed to operate and
are great options for small groups. Tours operate on a Friday to
Sunday format.
Hotels:
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Anchorage – Inlet Tower
Suites, Ramada Downtown, Clarion Hotel or similar |
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Valdez – Valdez Hotel,
Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn or similar
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Fairbanks – Wedgewood
Resort, Bridgewater Hotel or similar
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Denali – Denali Bluffs,
Denali River Cabins or similar
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Rates:
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Date |
Double |
Single |
Triple |
Quad |
Child |
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Jun 1-11 |
2,684.00 |
3,853.00 |
2,379.00 |
2,195.00 |
1,516.00 |
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Jul 6-16 |
2,684.00 |
3,660.00 |
2,260.00 |
2,085.00 |
1,440.00 |
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Aug 3-13 |
2,684.00 |
3,853.00 |
2,379.00 |
2,195.00 |
1,516.00 |
Cruise Transfer & Tour -
Northbound cruise from Seward
on Sunday or southbound cruise from Whitter on Wednesday
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Date |
Adult |
Child |
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May 15 - Sep 18 |
69.00 |
34.50 |
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Date |
Adult |
Child |
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May 15 - Sep 18 |
69.00 |
34.50 |
Courtesy hotel pickup.
Join "Trapper Tom", "Fireweed Frannie", "Sourdough Sue", "Musher
Mike", "Goofy Gus," "Ranger Rodney," "Sister Pearl Handle" and the rest
of the gang for a unique and riotous extended transfer between
Anchorage and Whittier or Seward. Our tour includes a lively and
entertaining multimedia narration full of facts and great Alaskan humor
and a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center for wildlife
viewing. Climb aboard our unique "stage" coach for a fun-filled tour
of glaciers, panoramic vistas, abundant wildlife, river gorges, and
majestic mountains. Our venues are performed by "professional"
actors and our scripts are full of great, harmless and family-oriented
Alaskan humor. Our jokes are written to tickle that funny bone, and we
include some wonderful tall tales and Native Legends. Our venues are
fully appropriate for all family members!
Early Departure Discount -
Depart Saturday (Day 9) at conclusion of City Tour
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Date |
Double |
Single |
Triple |
Quad |
Child |
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May |
-100.00 |
-170.00 |
-90.00 |
-75.00 |
-30.00 |
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June 1` - Sep 7 |
-130.00 |
-240.00 |
-105.00 |
-95.00 |
-40.00 |
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Sep 8 - 30 |
-100.00 |
-170.00 |
-90.00 |
-75.00 |
-30.00 |
Pre/Post Night Accommodations -
Arrive in Fairbanks one night early or stay in Anchorage one night longer.
This will allow for a Monday northbound cruise connection from Whittier on
Mondays.
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Fairbanks -Date |
Double |
Single |
Triple |
Quad |
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May |
90.00 |
175.00 |
75.00 |
60.00 |
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June 1 - Sep 7 |
120.00 |
235.00 |
90.00 |
75.00 |
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Sep 8 - 30 |
90.00 |
175.00 |
75.00 |
60.00 |
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Anchorage -Date |
Double |
Single |
Triple |
Quad |
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May |
80.00 |
150.00 |
70.00 |
55.00 |
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June 1 - Sep 7 |
110.00 |
220.00 |
85.00 |
75.00 |
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Sep 8 - 30 |
80.00 |
150.00 |
70.00 |
55.00 |
Optional Excursions - Rates are
shown per person.
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Meet/Greet Services & Transfer
$40 -
Includes
Anchorage/hotel transfers roundtrip |
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Buffet Breakfast (pre/post) $20 -
Great for guests if pre/post night purchased |
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Denali Dinner Theater & Transfer
$65 |
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Fairbanks Salmon Bake & Transfer
$45 |
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Dinner on Alaska Railroad $53 |
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Pre-Paid Tips
(Tour Director
& Driver) $95 |
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Fairbanks Tour Start
(day two
overnight /Monday)
Deduct from
package rates above: Double-$140,
Single- $250, Triple- $115, Quad- $105, and Child-$30 |
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