NATIONAL PARKS JOURNEY

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1 NATIONAL PARKS JOURNEY This trip introduces you to two of Alaska s great national parks and shows you both Alaska by land and sea. From Glacier Bay National Park, kayak among icebergs and admire deep fjords and tidewater glaciers. In the famous Denali National Park, marvel at the steep mountains and majestic wildlife. Two incredible parks, one unforgettable journey.

2 OUR ITINERARY AT A GLANCE PROMISE While in our care you ll receive 24/7 support and the flawless delivery of your This trip focuses on two of Alaska s great national parks Denali National Park & Preserve and Glacier Bay National Park. The former is home to majestic Denali and a myriad of wildlife, offering countless opportunities for hiking, fly fishing, and enjoying the stunning Alaska Range by foot, air, and rail. Accessible only by air or water, pristine Glacier Bay is a marine wilderness characterized by snow-capped peaks, deep fjords, tidewater glaciers, whales and seabirds.. travel experience. We obsess over every detail so that you don t have to. Your journey is bespoke, created just for DAYS ONE Arrive in Gustavus via Juneau Shuttle transfer to Hotel Accommodations are at the Glacier Bay s Bear Track Inn FIVE Private transfer to Denali National Park Wildlife tour look for black bear, grizzly and caribou Accommodations are at the Denali Backcountry Lodge you. All that s left for you to do is to enjoy Alaska it is wild, soulful and truly unforgettable. TWO THREE FOUR Whale watching excursion in Point Adolphus Accommodations are at the Glacier Bay s Bear Track Inn Glacier Bay National Park boat cruise with a National Park Service Ranger Accommodations are at the Glacier Bay s Bear Track Inn Shuttle transfer to Gustavus Airport Flight to Anchorage via Juneau Private Sedan transfer to Talkeetna Visit Happy Trails Kennel Accommodations are at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge SIX SEVEN EIGHT Explore Denali National Park on your own or with an expert naturalist guide Accommodations are at the Denali Backcountry Lodge Flight transfer to Denali park entrance Alaska Rail GoldStar dome train to Anchorage Private Sedan transfer to hotel Accommodations are at the Hotel Captain Cook Private Sedan transfer from hotel to Anchorage International Airport End of Journey

3 DAY ONE Arrive in Gustavus Travel to Glacier Bay National Park Arriving in Gustavus via Juneau, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, where exquisite Glacier Bay National Park forms the ideal backdrop to your stunning and authentic hand-crafted lodge. Experience exquisite accommodations, delicious meals, and true Alaskan hospitality. Accommodations are at Glacier Bay s Bear Track Inn, in a Lodge Room. Exploring Glacier Bay National Park on your own Dinner Flight transfer Shuttle transfer Glacier Bay s Bear Track Inn DAY TWO Whale Watching in Point Adolphus Spend the day whale watching in Point Adolphus, one of Alaska s richest marine wildlife habitats. With any luck, you ll spot humpback whales, bald eagles, Steller sea lions, seals, sea otters, and orcas in this magically pristine environment. Accommodations are at Glacier Bay s Bear Track Inn, in a Lodge Room. Spotting humpback whales, Steller sea lions, seals and more with your expert naturalist guide Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Half-Day Guide Glacier Bay s Bear Track Inn

4 DAY THREE Glacier Bay National Park Boat Cruise DAY FOUR Travel to Talkeetna via Juneau Happy Trails Kennel Boat into the waterways of Glacier Bay National Park and watch as tidewater glaciers calve in front of you. Keep alert for rookeries full of puffins, scan the rock formations for mountain goats and brown bears, and pass by Marble Island and its resident sea lion clan. Accommodations are at Glacier Bay s Bear Track Inn, in a Lodge Room. After flying to Anchorage via Juneau, your private driver will transport you to your next hotel via one of the most spectacular highways anywhere but not before a very special stop at Happy Trails Kennels, world famous for their championship sled dogs. Later, wander through the quaint town of Talkeetna. Accommodations are at Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, in a Mountainside Room. Explore Glacier Bay National Park by boat with a National Park Service Ranger Visiting the championship sled dogs at Happy Trails Kennel Exploring historic Talkeetna on your own Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Full-Day Guide Glacier Bay s Bear Track Inn Shuttle transfer Flight transfer Private car transfer Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge

5 DAY FIVE Travel to Denali National Park Explore Denali National Park A private transfer will deliver you to the Denali National Park entrance, where you will board the Denali Backcountry Adventure bus for a wildlife tour that will take you 90 miles into the Park. Watch for black bear, grizzly, moose, caribou, Dall sheep, wolf, and wolverine. Accommodations are at Denali Backcountry Lodge, in a Creekside Cabin. Exploring Denali National Park on your own Lunch Half-Day Guide Denali Backcountry Lodge DAY SIX Explore Denali National Park Explore the wonders of Denali s wilderness from your rustic retreat in the heart of the Park. Choose from guided hikes and naturalist-led wildlife viewing excursions, mountain biking, fly fishing, and panning for gold. Accommodations are at Denali Backcountry Lodge, in a Creekside Cabin. Exploring Denali on your own or with expert naturalists Optional Guides Denali Backcountry Lodge

6 DAY SEVEN Aerial Adventure over Alaska Range Train to Anchorage Take a scenic flight back to the park entrance. You ll soar through the awe-inspiring Alaska Range, over glaciers, and to the North Face of Denali. Complete the journey to Anchorage on the worldfamous Alaska Railroad GoldStar dome train. From the open-air platform or glass-covered observation deck, you ll soak up views of tundra, deep river canyons, and mountains including magnificent Denali. Accommodations are at the Hotel Captain Cook, in a Junior Suite. Flightseeing adventure soaring over Denali Scenic Alaska Railroad GoldStar dome train ride Lunch & Dinner Flight transfer Train transfer Private Sedan transfer Hotel Captain Cook DAY EIGHT Travel to Anchorage International Airport Your driver will transport you from your hotel back to the Anchorage airport in time for your return flight. Safe travels! Private Sedan transfer

7 ACCOMMODATION Glacier Bay s Bear Track Inn Gustavus, AK Situated on the tranquil shores of Gustavus, the Inn offers very comfortable accommodations, scrumptious meals, and true Alaskan hospitality all with Glacier Bay National Park as a backdrop. The Inn s hand-crafted log construction incorporates 14 spacious guest rooms, each with private baths and two queen size beds. The lobby is the focal point, with 30-foot ceilings and inspiring views of streams, wildlife, mountains, forests, meadows, and Icy Strait. The family-style dining room features local specialties. If relaxation is your goal, this is the place to achieve it! Room View Meadow Room Size Bed Type 270 sq. ft Two Queen beds Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge Talkeetna, AK Set on a ridge above the small community of Talkeetna on the south side of Denali, the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge offers unforgettable views of Denali and the Alaska Range. The 212 guest rooms are complemented by two restaurants, a bar, a business center, and a spacious lobby featuring a 46-foot river rock fireplace. The seasonal, four-diamond property, which is located two and a half hours north of Anchorage, rests on 35 acres and comprises eight buildings: a main lodge, five guest lodges, employee housing, and a maintenance facility. Room View Denali & Alaskan Range Room Size 364 sq. ft Bed Type One King or two Queen bed

8 ACCOMMODATION Denali Backcountry Lodge Denali National Park, AK Denali Backcountry Lodge offers guests the unique opportunity to base themselves deep in the heart of majestic Denali National Park & Preserve. Located at the very end of the Denali Park road, past Wonder Lake in the enclave known as Kantishna, the full-service lodge comprises 42 clean and cozy cedar cabins with private baths, as well as dining and lounge areas in the spacious two-story lodge. The program lodge hosts special natural history presentations by staff members as well as featured guest speakers. Hearty dinners are served family style in the lodge dining room. About This Property This Alaskan lodge offers a variety of unique cabins, varying in size and bed type. Hotel Captain Cook Anchorage, AK Arguably the only luxury hotel in Anchorage, and boasting downtown s only four-diamond restaurant, the Captain Cook offers top service and accommodations for international travelers. Three restaurants, an athletic club, and a full business center complement the 547 guest rooms. Perhaps the best features of the centrally-located hotel are its panoramic views of Cook Inlet, the Chugach Mountains, the Anchorage cityscape, and Denali. Room View Bay or mountain Bed Type One King bed

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