Meals

Meals are covered by the local payment for the following: 19 Breakfast 18 Lunch 15 Dinner

Accommodation

Two nights in a hotel in Anchorage 17 nights camping (including luxury camping in cabins for two nights and one night at Maclaren lodge)

Guide

Commercially certified leaders

Hygieneprotocol

The health and safety of all participants is our number one priority. We require travelers to either have a proof of being vaccinated or have a negative COVID-19 test result 3 days prior to starting the tour. Our tour leaders are vaccinated. Guests who are exhibiting any of the symptoms of COVID-19 while on tour are instructed to immediately notify their tour guide. Please try your best and wear a mask around other people (especially while traveling) prior to our trip, especially on the plane. Take every precaution possible, so you don’t get sick on the trip. We advise you to get travel insurance in case you have to quarantine or have to leave the trip early if you get sick. We also do not recommend to travel with preexisting conditions that might put you at higher risk to get severely sick from Covid. Our Covid policy keeps changing as we adapt to CDC guidelines. Please contact us for our latest update.

Others

Included activities are covered by the local payment. Accommodations outlined for nights in Hostel/Campsites Denali National Park wildlife buses to Toklat River and Eielsen Visitor Center (2 days) Maclaren Lodge/Wilderness Glacier camp Boat and canoe trips Maclaren River Hikes in Denali NP, Wrangell/St. Elias NP, Seward and Valdez Kenai Fjords National Park wildlife cruise and calving glacier - Resurrection Bay Tour including lunch on boat Half Day Sea Kayaking at the Adventure Camp Admission to National Parks and Monuments Pre-departure meeting to welcome and provide you with a good understanding of the trip ahead Services of two trained/drivers High quality four person tents (sleeping only two), camp chairs and cooking equipment Information regarding places to be visited, history, flora and fauna

Transport

Overland vehicle, a converted school bus with comfortable seats, individual overhead lockers, some seats have tables, a viewing platform and much more!

Not included:

Others

Flight to and from Anchorage Airport Transfer ESTA-Fee/Visa Fee for USA Snacks and Drinks Optional activities Tips please bring your own sleeping bag and pad

Insurance

Travel insurance is not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Flights

Flights are not included

Start planning your experience

Day 1 Day 1: Anchorage
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Anchorage

Welcome to the largest city of Alaska, most often thought of as the state’s capital. Start off your vacation flying into stunning scenery overlooking the Chugach, Alaskan, Kenai, and Talkeetna mountain ranges. Although Mt. Denali is only visible 20% of the year, there’s a chance you could even catch a glimpse. Anchorage is Alaska’s most populated area yet it’s shared with the likes of bears, moose, and wolves. After your flight into this urban wilderness, make your way to our accommodations for the 6 pm pre-departure meeting followed by a group meal. Take this evening to get to know your fellow travelers and guides.

Included: Anchorage accommodation, Welcome Meeting
Day 2 Day 2-4: Seward
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2-4: Seward

Located on the east side of the Kenai Peninsula and Resurrection Bay, Seward is known as the "Gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park." Seward is about half day drive from Anchorage. In the afternoon you will have some free time to explore the scenic waterfront of Seward.

The following morning we will experience the national park by boat, cruising among the glaciers and wildlife. After hopefully spotting as much wildlife as possible we will be seeing a calving glacier!

A visit to Seward would not be complete without hiking alongside the picturesque Exit Glacier with a probability seeing a few of the local black bear feeding on some berries. The 8.2-mile round trip up to the Harding Icefield is a spectacular yet strenuous day hike. Starting on the valley floor, the trail winds through cottonwood and alder forests, passes though heather filled meadows and ultimately climbs well above tree line to a breath-taking view of the Harding Icefield. The top of the trail is a window to past ice ages - a horizon of ice and snow that stretches as far as the eye can see! If you don’t feel prepared to do the full 8.2-mile roundtrip, there are shorter options with equally breathtaking views available.

Included Activities: Kenai National Park Entrance, Kenai

Fjords National Park Wildlife cruise and Calving Glaciers with lunch on boat, Hiking Exit Glacier
Day 3 Day 5: Homer
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Homer

Located on the western side of the Kenai Peninsula and Kachemak Bay, Homer is the launching point for our two-night Adventure Camp. But, don’t overlook this artist inspired town with its many galleries along the spit. You will have some time to explore the picturesque town and it’s fishermen culture. For example, the Salty Dawg Saloon’s lighthouse is a great place to sit belly-up to the bar along with posting your dollar bill on the ceiling or wall so that your friend, who will be by later, will have a drink on you.

On the way to Homer there will be enough time for some scenic photo stops and short walks. Depending on the time of the year we might stop to watch the Salmon Running up Russian River or visit one of the Russian orthodox churches overlooking the volcanoes on the other side of the bay.
Day 4 Day 6-7: Adventure Camp
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6-7: Adventure Camp

Take a boat ride from Homer to Kasitsna Bay, landing on this lovely and relatively untouched beach of the peninsula. You will be sleeping in tents close to the beach and there is a beautiful beach house with huge windows and coffee/tea on tap. From there venture out and comb the beaches for eagles and other aquatic wildlife or walk to find some hidden coves and viewpoints. The next day you’ll have a half day of sea kayaking around Kasitsna Bay, frequently visited by sea otters and harbor seals and watched overhead by bald eagles.

One of the evenings we will be serving a salmon dinner!

Included: Sea Kayaking 1/2 day
Day 5 Day 8: Hope
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Hope

In the morning we will take the water taxi back to Homer to make our way along the coastline to Hope. Hope is a quaint little town overlooking Cook Inlet/Turnagain Arm and is just a short drive from Anchorage. In the summer during weekends there might be some life concerts going on in the local fishermen bar. (Bushcamp)
Day 6 Day 9: Anchorage
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Anchorage

Today it’s only a short drive around the Turnagain Arm back to Anchorage. Potentially you can see Beluga Whales or Dall Sheep. We will stop at Potter Marsh to spot some of the migratory birds and wildlife that call it home. The afternoon you will have time to explore Anchorage downtown. Anchorage is a lively city that houses almost 50% of the state’s 730,000 people. (Commonly it is mistaken for the capital of Alaska, but that would be Juneau.) Throughout the summer there are multiple festivals, local markets and plenty of nightly live music. Keep in mind that this city is situated right in the heart of the wilderness, where over 1,000 moose, 250 black bears, and 100 grizzly bears also call it home.

Included Activities: Visit Beluga Point at Turnagain Arm

Optional Activity: Anchorage Museum, Heritage Center, Bike Coastal Trail
Day 7 Day 10-12: Denali National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10-12: Denali National Park

In the morning we head off to the amazing Denali National Park. Whether it’s flora or fauna you came to see, this is the place to fulfill your hopes of seeing large and small wild animals living as they have for ages. We set up our campsite and the following two days you will have the opportunity to take a bus ride through the national park along its only road and hopefully spot bears, moose, caribou, or wolves. For those of you who are looking for a heart pounding and more strenuous adventure, you’ll have the opportunity for trailblazing throughout the park’s 6 million acres. No trip would be complete without adding the optional activity of flying over Denali National Park and around Mt. Denali (20,320 ft/6194 m.) In the evenings we will sit around the campfire, listening to the sounds of the night and share our adventures of the day.

Included Activities: 2-Day National Park Entrance and Shuttle Bus services, Hiking in Denali National Park (short, long, off the beaten track, that’s on you to decide!)
Day 8 Day 13-14: Maclaren River Lodge
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13-14: Maclaren River Lodge

From Denali, we drive the lightly traveled Denali Highway. First opened in 1957, this dirt road was the first to access Denali National Park (then known as Mt. McKinley National Park.) Located in the Maclaren river valley, you traverse through high alpine country on the state’s second highest highway pass. Here lies the Maclaren River Lodge run by Alan and Susie, who are fantastic hosts that will take us on a jet boat ride up to "The Remote Glacier Camp." Now we’re out in the wilderness on our own, no mobile phone reception and no roads. Here we’ll stay overnight exploring and camping out in the wilderness. The next day we’ll take a canoe trip back down the river for our next night at this beautifully situated lodge. (one night bush camp/one night lodge)

Included Activities: Boat Ride up to Glacier Camp, guided overnight stay at Glacier Camp, canoe trip on Maclaren River
Day 9 Day 15-17: Wrangell/St Elias Np
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15-17: Wrangell/St Elias Np

Here we’ll visit the largest National Park in the United States and camp at the "End-of-the-Road” campground. Literally at the end of the McCarthy Road, these 60 miles of gravel road were built along the old Copper River and Northwestern railways. Most remnants left of this once thriving area were a part of the copper mines, but most people forget this was where the last great gold rush happened in Alaska. There are many optional activities like hiking, ice climbing, glacier walks, guided mill tours, rafting, and scenic flights around 16,000-foot peaks, 25-mile long glaciers and massive icefalls. So, days 16 and 17 are left for you to decide what to do: Take the optional historical tour, hike on your own in the beautiful surroundings or try some crazy outdoor stuff like ice climbing, guided glacier hikes, or whitewater rafting. (bush camp)
Day 10 Day 18-19: Valdez
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18-19: Valdez

Valdez is the terminus of the 800-mile trans-Alaskan pipeline that begins at Prudhoe Bay. Valdez is an important gateway to the interior of Alaska. Valdez was brought to the forefront of national media March 1989. The Exxon Valdez ran aground causing an 11-million gallon oil spill. For many years, flora and fauna were devastated by this environmental catastrophe. Thankfully, order has been mostly restored and the Chugach Mountains set a gorgeous backdrop to this quaint little town. The next day is focused on optional activities. Highly recommended is the Columbia Glacier Sea Kayaking or the Lulu Belle Wildlife Cruise for their beautiful scenery, mammoth icebergs and possibility of spotting all kinds of wildlife.

One of the days we will venture out and see if we can find some bears, eagles or sea lions feeding on salmon. Valdez is well known for bears to come to the local salmon fish hatchery and the surrounding creeks.

Included Activities: Hiking and Scenic Drive

Optional: Sea Kayaking or Cruise around Ice Bergs
Day 11 Day 20: Anchorage
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 20: Anchorage

Unfortunately we have to turn our back on you and leave you to your own devices. But not before we crossed Thompson Pass with stunning views on Worthington Glacier.Our lunch stop will be at Matanuska Glacier before returning to Anchorage in the late afternoon. (after 3 pm)

20 days tour

Alaska Adventure - 20 Days

This tour includes:

Not included:

Start planning your experience

Itinerary of your trip Alaska Adventure - 20 Days

Day 1: Anchorage

Day 2-4: Seward

Day 5: Homer

Day 6-7: Adventure Camp

Day 8: Hope

Day 9: Anchorage

Day 10-12: Denali National Park

Day 13-14: Maclaren River Lodge

Day 15-17: Wrangell/St Elias Np

Day 18-19: Valdez

Day 20: Anchorage

Experience Style

Accomodation level

Experience Type

Physical Rating

Age range

Who talk about us:

Best cities to travel to

America

Europe

Asia

Africa

Oceania