Alaska 11
8 Days Denali National Park, Wrangell St Elias National Park, Kenai Fjords National Park, Valdez, Seward, Homer Spit
This tour includes all the favorites from our 8 day Alaska tour Denali National Park, Wrangell St Elias National Park, Kenai Fjords National Park, Valdez, Seward, hiking, wildlife boat cruise, kayaking, rafting, glaciers, PLUS Homer Spit, a chance to fish for halibut or take a bear viewing flight.
Email us at info@adventurebus.com if you are interested in a date. More dates might be added if these fill up.
***This itinerary is subject to change based on availability of optional activities. Some days may need to be switched around. ***
Dates:
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Trip Details
Arrival & Departure
Departs and returns to Anchorage, Alaska.
Transportation
This tour features our unique Adventure Bus sleeper coach.
Accommodations
This tour features bus bunking with opportunities to tent camp. We’ll provide the tents and sleeping pads. You’ll need to rent or bring a sleeping bag. Contact us for helpful hints on accommodations and flights before and after your tour.
Weather
The weather can vary quite a bit. Inland days in Denali National Park can be in 80s, where days along the coast can be rainy and in the 50s. Be prepared for anything! Pay close attention to the packing list for this tour.
Food
Our meals are geared to provide you with the fuel you need to get through your active days, and yet still extremely tasty. We can accommodate all dietary needs. 2-3 meals will not be included. Click here for sample recipes.
Hikes & Difficulty
This is a lighter hiking tour. Some destinations will provide opportunities for longer hikes. It is more of a multi-sport tour, offering a wide variety of classic Alaskan experiences.
What to Expect
After you make a reservation, a confirmation packet will be sent to you with more detailed information. Below you will find the basics. Check out our FAQs.
Pricing
Price per person:
$2095
Returning guests:
10% discount
Special Conditions apply: $500 deposit due at registration.
Includes: Denali Shuttle $35, Valdez Glacier Kayak/Hike tour: $120, and Kenai Fjord Wildlife Boat Cruise $169
NOT included: 2-3 restaurant meals, Nenana River Rafting $90, Halibut fishing trip $150-$200, Flight to Katmai for bear viewing, $695.
We also have an 8 day Alaska Adventure. View it here
Itinerary
Day 1
We’ll meet you in Anchorage at 9AM and before you know it, we will be in the Alaskan Wilderness! Our first stop, the historic quaint Alaskan village of Talkeetna. If the skies are clear, we’ll get our first view of “the great one” aka, Denali and it’s 20,322 ft peak. Take in the shops and galleries, or a short trail or two. After exploring this quaint town, we’ll continue on to our campground near Denali National Park. Who knows what we will see along the way! Perhaps a moose or two?
Day 2
Here is your chance to get into the heart of Denali National Park. We recommend hopping on the Denali Shuttle Bus for the eight hour round trip tour to Eielson Visitor Center. (included) Hop out at the visitor center, or other stops and do some light hiking in the alpine meadows, or climb 1,000 ft up the Eielson Alpine Trail while keeping an eye out for wildlife. Catch another shuttle bus back. Chances are, you’ll see grizzly, moose, caribou, and Dall sheep.
Day 3
In the morning, continue exploring Denali with some hiking, take in the free dog sled demonstration, or take a rafting trip with class III and IV rapids on the Nenana River. ($90) In the afternoon, we’ll start our journey towards Wrangell St Elias with terrific views of the Alaska Range, Alaska Pipeline, a lakeside picnic and hopefully more moose!
Day 4
We’ll continue our journey along the stunning Richardson Highway with stops at the Wrangell St Elias Visitor Center for beautiful views and light hiking. We’ll hike to Worthington Glacier at beautiful Thompson Pass as we make our way to Valdez. Spend the evening exploring the village of Valdez, nicknamed “Alaska’s Switzerland”.
Day 5
Today will truly be a unique experience! Kayak on a glacier fed lake among icebergs and ice caves. Hike and enjoy lunch right on the glacier or nearby with great views, depending on glacier conditions. You will never forget the stunning blue colors and surrounding peaks and glaciers. Later we will begin our journey towards the Kenai Peninsula, once again taking in the incredible views of Thompson Pass and the Wrangell Mountains.
Day 6
Take a short morning hike to an overlook of Matanuska Glacier. We'll drive south of Anchorage and have lunch along the Turnagain Arm. In the afternoon, explore the quaint fishing village of Seward or take in the amazing Alaska Sea Life Center. Walk the first mile of the Historic Iditarod Trail along the shores of Resurrection Bay to the marina. Try some local seafood at a restaurant along the marina tonight!
Day 7
Kenai Fjords National Park - Today we’ll explore the Park by boat! Take a Park Ranger guided Wildlife Boat Cruise out to Holgate and Aialik tidal glaciers. (included) Along the way, chances are you’ll see whales, sea otters, sea lions, harbor seals, puffins and of course unbelievable scenery. A terrific lunch of salmon and prime rib will be served right on the boat, and maybe even some "glaceritas"!
Day 8
We’ll continue our exploration of Kenai Fjords National Park at Exit Glacier. Hike right up to this massive glacier which once stretched all the way to Resurrection Bay. For more of a challenge, hike up the the Harding Icefield for spectacular views and wildflowers! Our journey continues along the Kenai Peninsula to camp near the Russian River.
Day 9
Begin the day with a beautiful hike right from our campground. Spend the afternoon exploring the Homer Spit. Dine out on some local seafood, walk along the beach, or take in a brew at the Salty Dog. For the next two nights we'll camp right out on the beach!
Day 10
Bear Viewing, Halibut or Salmon Fishing, or Kachemak Bay
Today is your chance to go on a fishing excursion and try your hand at catching some Halibut out on the open seas. Or, go even bigger with a bearing viewing flight to Katmai for a once in a lifetime experience. (Must be booked early). If these activities are not in your budget, no worries! Other options include taking a water taxi over to Kachemak Bay State Park for more hiking, or taking in some additional hikes right on the Homer Spit!
Day 11
We’ll return to Anchorage by 5PM.
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