Alaska - The Dramatic Northwest (12 days)
Explore breathtaking landscapes and come face to face with the people and wildlife of Alaska on this unsurpassed journey. We'll hike on glaciers, travel by boat through fjords and across the Prince William Sound, kayak around icebergs in Kenai Fjords and walk through spectacular national parks. We'll see marine and mountain wildlife, with likely sightings of sea lions, porpoises, whales, puffin birds, dall sheep, caribou, moose and bear and come to learn more about the regions native Indians as we travel through the dramatic northwest.
In the company of our expert guide, day hikes are the best way to explore the stunning alpine meadows and glacial wonders of Denali and the Talkeetna Mountains where we can appreciate their characteristic sweeping tundra ridges and sharp granite peaks. This is the perfect non-camping itinerary for those looking for comfort in the natural wonderland of Alaska.
- DAY 1: Arrive Anchorage
- DAY 2: Drive to Kenai Fjords NP
- DAY 3: Kayak and wildlife viewing in Kenai Fjords NP
- DAY 4: Prince William Sound Ferry and Columbia Glacier
- DAY 5: Kayaking and wildlife viewing in Shoup Bay
- DAY 6: Drive and fly to Kennecott Glacier Lodge with the best view in Alaska
- DAY 7: Walk to copper mill and glacier walk
- DAY 8: Fly and drive to Talkeetna Mountains
- DAY 9: Drive to Denali NP
- DAY 10: In Denali NP
- DAY 11: Raft the beautiful Nenana River canyons
- DAY 12: Train from McKinley to Anchorage
Operated by World Expeditions
Departures: June to August
- Contact us for more information, current costs and to make a booking on this small group adventure