Anchorage / Denali / Fairbanks Rail Tours
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| Blue Anchorage / Denali / Fairbanks Rail Tour - 71B 2 Days / 1 Nights |
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| Blue Anchorage / Denali / Denali / Fairbanks Rail Tour - 72B 3 Days / 2 Nights |
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| Yellow Anchorage / Denali / Denali / Fairbanks Rail Tour - 94B 5 Days / 4 Nights |
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2 Days / 1 Nights (Tour 71B)
This tour is the best choice for the traveler short on time. Departing from Anchorage, you'll spend one night in the Denali National Park area before ending your vacation in Fairbanks. Scenic travel along the historic Alaska Railroad route provides the opportunity to see mountains, valleys, rivers and any wildlife that may wander by.
Included in your Tour:
- 1 night hotel accommodations near the Denali National Park entrance
- Rail and hotel transfers in Denali National Park
- Travel on the Alaska Railroad route aboard our own luxury, glass-domed railcar from Anchorage to Denali
- Travel aboard Alaska Railroad's Adventure Class service (picture window) from Denali to Fairbanks (upgrade available)
Available at check-out
Upgrade your rail experience from Denali to Fairbanks for $100 per person. The standard tour features Alaska Railroad’s Adventure Class for this rail component of the tour. When you choose the upgrade, you will travel aboard Alaska Railroad's GoldStar service instead. Adventure Class railcars do not feature a dome and meals are available for purchase. GoldStar service is aboard Alaska Railroad’s domed railcars and dinner aboard the train is included.
With the standard option, rail travel from Anchorage to Denali is aboard our own luxury, glass-domed rail service (meals not included, but available for purchase) and the upgrade option applies only to the portion of the trip from Denali to Fairbanks.
Unless noted, tour is not escorted and does not include meals, sightseeing or home city air.
Anchorage and Fairbanks accommodations and travel to and from the Anchorage and Fairbanks railroad depot are not included.
Day 1: Anchorage – Denali
Departs From:
Anchorage, 9:15 AM (Train Departs Anchorage Depot)Arrives At:
Denali, 4:50 PM (Train Arrives Denali Depot)
Board your train at the Anchorage depot. Enjoy an incomparable sightseeing experience aboard luxurious domed railcars. Take in the wide-open scenery as you travel through the Matanuska Valley, a farming region known for mammoth vegetables; past colorful towns like Wasilla, billed as the "Home of the Iditarod;" and along scenic rivers like the Susitna, which means "Mother River." By late afternoon you arrive in Denali National Park. Overnight Denali-area hotel.
Day 2: Denali – Fairbanks
Departs From:
Denali, 4:00 PM (Train Departs Denali Depot)Arrives At:
Fairbanks, 8:00 PM (Train Arrives Fairbanks Depot)
Take time this morning for a stop at the Denali Visitor Center where you can hike, hop a shuttle to the park’s sled dog kennel or view an award-winning film. Or for a thrilling adventure, try white-water rafting through the dramatic cliffs of the Nenana River Canyon. Later, board Alaska Railroad's Adventure Class service for your trip north to Fairbanks. Along the way, you’ll pass through tunnels, cross over massive engineering feats like the Mears Memorial Bridge, and see a variety of natural wonders from deep gorges and lowland marshes to dark seams of lignite coal. Your journey ends upon arrival at the Fairbanks rail depot.
3 Days / 2 Nights (Tour 72B)
Travel the Alaska Railroad route and experience unmatched views and impeccable service on this 3-day mini vacation. Experience more time in the Denali National Park area, making sure to take part in the activities and optional excursions that make the area unique. Venture into the park on an optional guided tour, learning about the history of the park and its inhabitants like, moose, wolves and bears.
Included in your Tour:
- 2 nights hotel accommodations near the Denali National Park entrance
- Travel on the Alaska Railroad route aboard a luxury, glass-domed railcar from Anchorage to Denali
- Travel aboard Alaska Railroad's Adventure Class (picture window) from Denali to Fairbanks (upgrade available)
- Ample time to explore Denali National Park
- Music of Denali Dinner Theater at McKinley Chalet Resort
- Rail and hotel transfers in Denali National Park
Available at check-out:
Upgrade your rail experience from Denali to Fairbanks for $100 per person. The standard tour features Alaska Railroad’s Adventure Class for this rail component of the tour. When you choose the upgrade, you will travel aboard Alaska Railroad's GoldStar service instead. Adventure Class railcars do not feature a dome and meals are available for purchase. GoldStar service is aboard Alaska Railroad’s domed railcars and dinner aboard the train is included.
With the standard option, rail travel from Anchorage to Denali is aboard our own luxury, glass-domed rail service (meals not included, but available for purchase) and the upgrade option applies only to the portion of the trip from Denali to Fairbanks.
Unless noted, tour is not escorted and does not include meals, sightseeing or home city air.
Anchorage and Fairbanks accommodations and travel to and from the Anchorage and Fairbanks railroad depot are not included.
Day 1: Anchorage – Denali
Departs From:
Anchorage, 9:15 AM (Train Departs Anchorage Depot)Arrives At:
Denali, 4:50 PM (Train Arrives Denali Depot
Your tour departs at the Anchorage depot. The sights unfold before you as you journey between the mountains of the spectacular Talkeetna and Alaska mountain ranges aboard a luxurious glass-domed railcar. Glide past small towns and flag stops and cross over the Hurricane Gulch trestle and other engineering marvels on your way to the famous Denali National Park and Preserve. Arrive in Denali National Park and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy an evening at leisure or check out one of our several optional excursions, like fishing or an ATV adventure. Overnight Denali-area hotel.
Day 2: Denali
Overnight:
Denali
The day is yours to enjoy at your leisure. Visit the lodge tour desk where helpful staff will assist in planning your day. Purchase an optional excursion like river rafting, fly fishing or a guided jeep adventure to fill your day. This evening, experience the Music of Denali Dinner Theater at McKinley Chalet Resort, included in your tour. Overnight Denali-area hotel. (D)
Day 3: Denali – Fairbanks
Departs From:
Denali, 4:00 PM (Train Departs Denali Depot)Arrives At:
Fairbanks, 8:00 PM (Train Arrives Fairbanks Depot)
Journey into the park on an optional guided tour or enjoy a morning at leisure. Later, board Alaska Railroad's Adventure Class service for your trip to Fairbanks. Your journey ends upon arrival at the Fairbanks rail depot.
Key for Meals Included:
B - Breakfast
L - Lunch
S - Snack
D - Dinner
5 Days / 4 Nights (Tour 94B)
This 5-day, 4-night tour is packed with unforgettable sights and adventures. Venture north from Anchorage to Denali National Park, enjoying scenic vistas and watching for wildlife as you travel. Spend 2 enjoyable nights in the Denali area and take an optional tour like river rafting or ATVing. Later, reboard the train for an enjoyable trip to Fairbanks.
Included in your Tour:
- 1 night hotel accommodations in Anchorage
- 2 nights hotel accommodations near the Denali National Park entrance
- 1 night hotel accommodations in Fairbanks
- Travel on the Alaska Railroad route aboard our own luxury, glass-domed railcars from Anchorage to Denali
- Travel aboard Alaska Railroad's Adventure Class railcar (picture window) from Denali to Fairbanks (upgrade available)
- Music of Denali Dinner Theater at McKinley Chalet Resort
- Ample time to explore Denali National Park
- Airport, hotel and rail transfers
Available at check-out:
Upgrade your rail experience from Denali to Fairbanks for $100 per person. The standard tour features Alaska Railroad’s Adventure Class for this rail component of the tour. When you choose the upgrade, you will travel aboard Alaska Railroad's GoldStar service instead. Adventure Class railcars do not feature a dome and meals are available for purchase. GoldStar service is aboard Alaska Railroad’s domed railcars and dinner aboard the train is included.
With the standard option, rail travel from Anchorage to Denali is aboard our own luxury, glass-domed rail service (meals not included, but available for purchase) and the upgrade option applies only to the portion of the trip from Denali to Fairbanks.
Unless noted, tour is not escorted and does not include meals, sightseeing or home city air.
Day 1: Anchorage
Overnight:
Anchorage
We'll transfer you from the airport to your hotel. Overnight Anchorage hotel.
Day 2: Anchorage – Denali
Departs From:
Anchorage, 9:15 AM (Train Departs Anchorage Depot)Arrives At:
Denali, 4:50 PM (Train Arrives Denali Depot)
Enjoy an incomparable experience aboard luxurious domed railcars. Take in the wide-open scenery as you travel through the Matanuska Valley, a farming region known for mammoth vegetables; past colorful towns like Wasilla, billed as the "Home of the Iditarod;" and along scenic rivers like the Susitna, which means "Mother River." By early evening you arrive in Denali National Park with time to explore the area. Overnight Denali-area hotel.
Day 3: Denali
Overnight:
Denali
Enjoy this full day in Denali any way you choose. Stop by the Tour Desk to learn about optional excursions in the area. This evening, enjoy an unforgettable dinner experience at Music of Denali Dinner Theater at McKinley Chalet Resort. Overnight Denali-area hotel. (D)
Day 4: Denali – Fairbanks
Departs From:
Denali, 4:00 PM (Train Departs Denali Depot)Arrives At:
Fairbanks, 8:00 PM (Train Arrives Fairbanks Depot)
Take time this morning for a stop at the Denali Visitor Center where you can hike, hop a shuttle to the park’s sled dog kennel or view an award-winning film. Later, board Alaska Railroad's Adventure Class service for your trip north to Fairbanks. Along the way, you’ll pass through tunnels, cross over massive engineering feats like the Mears Memorial Bridge, and see a variety of natural wonders from deep gorges and lowland marshes to dark seams of lignite coal. Overnight Fairbanks hotel.
Day 5: Fairbanks
Receive a transfer to the airport where your vacation in Alaska is complete.
Key for Meals Included:
B - Breakfast
L - Lunch
S - Snack
D - Dinner