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Grand Alaska Escorted Land Tour
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Featuring Anchorage, Valdez, Fairbanks and Denali National
Park - 10 Day / 9 Night Alaska Land Tour with Guaranteed Departure Dates
The Grand Alaska escorted land tour is an experience of a
lifetime. See spectacular mountains and valleys; watch wildlife and sea
life in their
natural habitats; and view enormous glaciers. This complete Alaska land tour vacation is a
great option for small groups wishing to join an existing tour. The eleven departure dates range
from mid-May through early September allowing for spring, summer and fall options. This is the
perfect tour for previous cruisers to Alaska!
TOUR ITINERARY
DAY 1, Friday -
Fly into Anchorage,
Alaska’s largest city. Transfer via hotel courtesy shuttle and overnight
in downtown Anchorage (or
purchase meet/transfer service from Premier).
DAY 2, Saturday (B,D) -
This morning board a deluxe motorcoach for today’s grand
adventure to Valdez. Drive through the Matanuska Susitna
Valley where world record monster size
vegetables grow in the 24-hour daylight. Stop by
Worthington Glacier for a look at this
gigantic piece of ice. Early evening arrival into Valdez,
nestled between the waterfront and
mountains, giving it the nickname, Alaska’s Little Switzerland. Included entrance to the Valdez Museum.
Overnight Valdez.
DAY 3, Sunday (CB,L) -
Late this morning board a
glacier and wildlife cruise and
travel through the majestic Prince William Sound. Explore
the three-mile face of the mighty
Columbia Glacier and hear tales of the region as told by the Alaskan crew. Keep your eyes
open for seals, sea lions, otters, whales, and puffins throughout this
half-day exploration cruise. Overnight Valdez.
DAY 4, Monday (CB) -
Board the motorcoach for a journey north to the largest
city in the interior, Fairbanks;
better known to Alaskans as the Golden Heart City. 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.
DAY 5, Tuesday (B) -
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.
DAY 6, Wednesday (B) -
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.
DAY 7, Thursday (B,SBM)
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:
DAY 8, Friday (B) -
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 of the Susitna River. Overnight Anchorage.
DAY 9, Saturday (B,D) -
Enjoy a brief 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.
DAY 10, Sunday -
Your Grand Alaska Tour comes to an end with a hotel
courtesy transfer to the airport (or purchase meet/transfer service from Premier.
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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May 16-25 |
1,763.00 |
2,626.00 |
1,595.00 |
1,511.00 |
1,158.00 |
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May 23-June 1 |
2,363.00 |
3,416.00 |
2,153.00 |
2,047.00 |
1,263.00 |
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June 6-15 |
2,363.00 |
3,416.00 |
2,153.00 |
2,047.00 |
1,263.00 |
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June 27 - July 6 |
2,363.00 |
3,416.00 |
2,153.00 |
2,047.00 |
1,263.00 |
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July 11 - 20 |
2,363.00 |
3,416.00 |
2,153.00 |
2,047.00 |
1,263.00 |
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July 18-27 |
2,363.00 |
3,416.00 |
2,153.00 |
2,047.00 |
1,263.00 |
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July 25-Aug 3 |
2,363.00 |
3,416.00 |
2,153.00 |
2,047.00 |
1,263.00 |
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Aug 8-17 |
2,363.00 |
3,416.00 |
2,153.00 |
2,047.00 |
1,263.00 |
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Aug 22-31 |
2,174.00 |
3,121.00 |
1,974.00 |
1,889.00 |
1,211.00 |
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Aug 29 - Sep 7 |
2,174.00 |
3,121.00 |
1,974.00 |
1,889.00 |
1,211.00 |
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Sep 5-14 |
1,942.00 |
2,826.00 |
1,763.00 |
1,679.00 |
1,211.00 |
Cruise Transfer & Tour -
Northbound connection from Seward on Fridays or southbound connection to Sward
on Sundays.
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Seward Dates |
Adult |
Child |
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May 15 - Sep 18 |
69.00 |
34.50 |
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Whittier Dates |
Adult |
Child |
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May 15 - Sep 18 |
52.00 |
26.50 |
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! Taxes additional.
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 Anchorage one night early or stay one night longer. this
will allow for a Monday Princess Cruise connection.
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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 $20 Per Person / Per
Transfer ($40 for roundtrip)
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Buffet Breakfast, pre or post $20 Per Person
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Denali Dinner Theater & Transfer $65 Per Person
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Fairbanks Salmon Bake & Transfer $45 Per Person
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Dinner on Alaska Railroad $53 Per Person
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Pre-Paid Tips
(Tour Director & Driver)
$85 Per Person
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Early Tour Departure (depart Saturday - day 9 at
conclusion of city tour)
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Pre/Post Night Anchorage Accommodations
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Optional Hosted Arctic Circle Tour Extension -
Includes host/escort, airfare, Arctic tour,
transfers, and Anchorage hotel.
Sunday - Premier representative provided transfer to the
airport for Arctic check in assistance. Your Arctic Extension starts with a flight north towards
the "top of the world."
Barrow is the northernmost point on the continent, 330 miles north
of the Arctic Circle, and Alaska's largest Eskimo village. Here, knowledge of the
environment and animal behavior continues to be essential for day-to-day
survival. You'll learn the ceremonies and traditions of the native culture as you tour the Inupiat Heritage Center,
take part in native dances, and see a demonstration of the traditional
blanket toss. Your tour includes a chance to examine the unique flora of the tundra up
close, view the Arctic
Ocean, and walk on the beach as far north as you’re ever likely to
go. Return to Anchorage later this evening for hotel courtesy shuttle to
overnight accommodations.
Monday - Hotel courtesy transfer to the central cruise
line meeting point in downtown Anchorage for a Monday cruise connection or
to the airport for your flight connection.
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Date |
Double |
Single |
Triple |
Quad |
Child |
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May |
920.00 |
990.00 |
910.00 |
895.00 |
850.00 |
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June 1 - Sep 7 |
950.00 |
1,060.00 |
925.00 |
915.00 |
865.00 |
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Sep 8 - Sep 30 |
920.00 |
990.00 |
910.00 |
895.00 |
850.00 |
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