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Arrive in Anchorage where you will be met by a representative who will provide you with your travel documents and answer any questions you may have. Overnight in Anchorage .

Day 2 • Anchorage (Continental Breakfast Included at Hotel, Lunch on Board Cruise)

This morning board the Alaska Railroad for a day trip to Whittier . In Whittier enjoy the 26 Glacier Cruise through Prince William Sound with a narrated tour of the Sound and its marine life including whales, otters, puffins, and much more. A complimentary lunch is included. Discover countless opportunities for spectacular photography. Board the train back to Anchorage in the late afternoon. Overnight in Anchorage .

Day 3 • Anchorage/Seward (Hotel Continental Breakfast, Snack on Cruise Included)

In the morning, transfer to a mini-coach for a spectacular drive along the Seward Highway to the lovely coastal town of Seward . In Seward embark on a 2.5-hour wildlife and glacier cruise. You will have a chance to view whales, Dall sheep, porpoise, sea lions, sea otters, bears, glaciers, and so much more. Overnight in Seward.

The Park Connection will take you from Seward via Anchorage north to Denali National Park . Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the Last Frontier as you spend the remainder of the evening on your own in Denali . Overnight near the Park entrance.

Enjoy the Kantishna Wilderness Trails Tour through Denali National Park . This tour is fully narrated and includes a snack. Watch for caribou, moose, fox, bears, and an abundance of other wildlife. Overnight near the Park entrance.

In the morning explore Denali some more before you board the Alaska Railroad back to Anchorage . Overnight in Anchorage .

Includes: Meet and Assist, Overnight Accommodations in , Seward and Denali . Rail transportation to Whittier and from Denali to Anchorage , bus transportation from Anchorage to Seward and Seward to Denali . Tours included are the 26 Glacier Cruise out of Whittier , Resurrection Bay Lunch Cruise in Seward and the Kantishna Day tour in Denali .

2005 Grand Alaska Escorted Land Tour 10 Day / 9 Night Alaska Land Tour

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The Grand Alaska escorted land tour is an experience of a lifetime. See spectacular mountains and valleys; watch wildlife and sealife 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 scheduled departure dates range from mid-May through September and allow for spring, summer and fall options. This is the perfect tour for previous cruisers to Alaska !

Fly into Anchorage , Alaska 's largest city. Transfer via hotel courtesy shuttle and overnight at the Inlet Tower Suites, a premier boutique hotel located in downtown.

This morning, board a deluxe motorcoach for today's grand adventure to Valdez . Drive through the Matanuska Susitna Valley where world record monster 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. Overnight in Valdez at the Aspen Hotel, offering true Alaskan comfort.

Late this morning, board a Stan Stephens Glacier & 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, dolphins and puffins throughout this half-day exploration cruise. Overnight in Valdez .

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 at the Wedgewood Resort, offering large suites in a naturally wooded atmosphere with access to nature trails.

This morning, enjoy a city sightseeing adventure of Fairbanks with an included visit to the University of Alaska Museum . Cruise on the Chena River aboard the grand sternwheeler- Riverboat Discovery III, and experience the number one boat tour in North America featuring third and fourth generation Alaskan captains. Travel back to the time when rivers were used as transportation and learn about Alaska Native culture at an Athabaskan Indian village. This evening, take an optional evening flight with Northern Alaska Tour Company to the Arctic Circle and receive an aerial view of the vast Alaska wilderness. Overnight Fairbanks . Meals: BB

Ride the motorcoach south to Denali National Park . Afternoon free at Denali to experience the many optional attractions. Take a wild or mild rafting excursion with a Denali area river outfitter. Overnight at the Denali Bluffs Hotel; dedicated to providing superior accommodations and located closest to the Park entrance. Meals: BB

Open morning in Denali for optional tour activities. This afternoon, travel deep into Denali National Park on the Tundra Wilderness Tour and search the pristine wilderness for bear, moose, caribou, and Dall sheep. Overnight at Denali . Meals: BB, SBM

Your morning is free for optional activities. This afternoon board the world-famous Alaska Railroad for the scenic day trip to Anchorage . As you travel in spacious passenger rail cars along the Susitna River , you may catch a glimpse of the majestic Mt. McKinley . Overnight in Anchorage .

Enjoy a brief tour of Anchorage , with a 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 at the Sourdough Mining Company, located in a replica mill house and across from the world's largest chocolate waterfall! Overnight in Anchorage .

Your Grand Alaska Tour comes to an end with a hotel courtesy transfer to the airport.

Tour Includes: Local, professional tour director, luggage handling, transfers, and meals where noted.

Grand Alaska Tour	Single	Double	Triple	Quad
Shoulder Season	$2,379	$1,655	$1,528	$1,457
Summer	$3,289	$2,266	$2,067	$1,982

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Arrive in Anchorage where you will be met by a friendly and knowledgeable representative who will review your travel documents with you.

Enjoy an incredible train ride north to Denali this morning. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel. Later on you have the option to visit the Cabin Night Theater and enjoy a fun-filled evening of laughter and "foot stomping" music with an all-you-can-eat family style meal. Overnight near Denali National Park entrance.

Travel through Denali National Park on the Kantishna Wilderness Trails Tour. You may see moose, caribou, fox, and bear. Snack lunch is included. Overnight near the Park entrance.

Today you may enjoy a hike on your own or an optional river rafting or flightseeing tour. In the afternoon board the train to Fairbanks . Overnight in Fairbanks .

Board Alaska Airlines for your flight back to Anchorage this morning. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight in Anchorage .

Includes: Meet and assist upon arrival, overnight hotel accommodations in Anchorage , Denali and Fairbanks , train transportation between Anchorage and Denali , train transportation between Denali and Fairbanks , Kantishna day tour and one-way flight from Fairbanks to Anchorage with Alaska Airlines.

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2005 Grand Alaska Escorted Land Tour 10 Day / 9 Night Alaska Land Tour

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