ALASKA 2022 VACATIONS - DENALI RAIL TOURS MULTI-DAY PACKAGES SIGHTSEEING EXCURSIONS - GRAY LINE ALASKA
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Alaska 2022 vacations MAY — SE P TE M BE R 2022 Denali Rail Tours • Multi-Day Packages • Sightseeing Excursions
Explore Alaska Your Way With Gray Line Alaska Gray Line Alaska proudly helps travelers explore the wonders of the Great Land, offering an extensive selection of multi-day tours and sightseeing excursions. Plan your dream vacation today. Unique Itineraries Throughout Alaska • Variety of itineraries to match your schedule, Why book with budget and interests Gray Line Alaska A mature bald eagle. • Extensive stays at Denali National Park: We provide the most professional all tours 6 days or longer include two nights and knowledgeable staff so you near the park entrance can feel comfortable booking your vacation with a reputable, • Showcasing the best of the Great Land — long-standing company. glaciers, mountains, wildlife, history & culture We are the only tour operator • Experienced and knowledgeable staff in Alaska with customer service desks in Anchorage, Denali Comfortable Travel National Park and Fairbanks. Our family of travel brands • Luxury glass-domed railcars operates each tour. We own the • Deluxe motor coaches railcars and many of the motor coaches you’ll travel in, plus many • Full service hotels and lodges throughout Alaska of the hotels and lodges you’ll • Portage Glacier sightseeing boat with topside stay in on your tour. viewing deck Our friendly and knowledgeable team. 1 call 1. 8 0 0 . 54 4 . 220 6
Arctic Ocean Barrow TABLE OF CONTENTS Prudhoe Bay Gates of Denali Rail Tours the Arctic National 3 Train schedule and rates Kotzebue Park 4 Denali Rail Tour itineraries Arctic Circle Nome Explorer Tours Alaska Fairbanks 5 Denali National Park Explorer Denali Denali – Prince William Sound Explorer National Park 6 Denali – Talkeetna Explorer Denali – Kenai Explorer Talkeetna Copper River Anchorage Escorted Tours Portage Glacier Wrangell-St. Elias Whittier National Park 7 Escorted Great Land Cooper Landing Seward Skagway 8 Escorted Alaska Princess Katmai William Mendenhall Glacier 9 Escorted Parks & Glaciers Kenai National Fjords Sound Juneau Bering Sea Park National Glacier Bay National Park Self-Drive Tours Gulf of A Park 10 Alaska National Parks Self-Drive l 11 Grand Circle Self-Drive Ketchikan as 12 Alaska by Car ka 13 Alaska Highlights Self-Drive Sightseeing Tours 13 Anchorage & Fairbanks Pacific Ocean Samples of Excursions Vancouver 14 Terms and Conditions Seattle Regional Highlights Denali National Park — home to Denali, North America’s Fairbanks — discover Alaska’s interior and step back in time to tallest mountain, offering the best opportunity to view the gold rush era of Alaska’s Golden Heart City, only 200 miles amazing wildlife. While visiting the park, keep an eye out for from the Arctic Circle. the big five: wolves, moose, bears, caribou and Dall sheep. Seward — the gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park. A perfect A must-see destination to explore while visiting Alaska. setting for up-close sealife viewing and glacier-carved fjords South Denali (Talkeetna) — enjoy panoramic views of the along a stunning coastline. Alaska Range from this historic village which serves as base Multiple Day Tours and Sightseeing prices are subject to adjustment camp for mountaineers climbing Denali. in the event of changes in the dates, rates or applicability of sales or similar taxes. Gray Line Alaska reserves the right to impose a fuel surcharge at any time on any sightseeing and/or multiple day tours. Kenai Peninsula (Cooper Landing) — experience the turquoise- blue waters and abundance of salmon that make the Kenai River world-famous. Meals are not included in tour unless noted on the itinerary: = Breakfast, = Lunch, = Dinner, = Snack Copper River Valley (Copper Center) — discover America’s Indicates that some optional excursions/sightseeing are largest National Park, Wrangell-St. Elias, with its towering included in your itinerary. Please note that on some departures, tours into Denali National Park may be altered due to weather peaks, and fish for the most famous salmon in the world in or road conditions. the Copper River. Indicates an opportunity to add an optional excursion or sightseeing. Anchorage — situated on beautiful Cook Inlet, Alaska’s largest These tours are an excellent addition to your Alaska cruise. city provides a hub of activity. gr ay lin eala ska .com 2
Denali Rail Tours – 1 to 4 nights First-Class Rail Travel Journey through Alaska aboard our private, domed railcars. You’ll sit high in the domed observation lounge for excellent viewing as you enjoy expert commentary by a knowledgeable rail guide. On the lower level, the spacious dining area is large enough to accommodate you and your fellow guests for the most relaxed railcar dining experience in Alaska. And some cars feature a lounge and an open-air viewing platform so you can stretch your legs while you enjoy the sights and sounds of traveling by rail. With the extraordinary graciousness and personalized attention of our onboard staff, traveling with Gray Line Alaska is first-class all the way. Enjoy a pleasant dining experience onboard. Fairbanks Denali National Park Talkeetna Anchorage Seward MOTOR COACH RAIL Take in the sights as you relax onboard our luxury railcars. 2022 Gray Line Alaska Rail Schedule Northbound Operates May 12 — September 14 Departs Arrives Anchorage to Talkeetna 9:15 AM 12:15 PM Talkeetna to Denali 12:30 PM 4:50 PM Southbound Operates May 14 — September 16 Departs Arrives Denali to Talkeetna 9:15 AM 2:00 PM Talkeetna to Anchorage 2:15 PM 5:15 PM Please arrive at the depot 30 minutes prior to departure. Rail schedule subject to change. Same-day roundtrip rail not available and same-day Anchorage to Fairbanks (or reverse) rail not available. 2022 Alaska Railroad Schedule Departs Arrives Denali to Fairbanks* Operates May 11 — September 17 4:00 PM 8:00 PM Fairbanks to Denali* Operates May 12 — September 18 8:15 AM 12:10 PM Rail Transportation Only Prices — Northbound or Southbound Between Anchorage and Denali $258 Between Anchorage and Talkeetna $129 Between Talkeetna and Denali $129 From Denali to Fairbanks $187 * From Fairbanks to Denali $175 * Pre-purchased meals are available. Ask a customer service representative for details. * Fairbanks to Denali includes breakfast; Denali to Fairbanks includes dinner aboard Alaska Railroad GoldStar Service. Rail transportation between Anchorage and Denali operated by Gray Line Alaska on McKinley Explorer or The most scenic way to travel in Alaska is by railcar. Princess Rail service. Rail transportation between Fairbanks and Denali operated by Alaska Railroad. 3 call 1. 8 0 0 . 54 4 . 220 6
Denali Rail Tours – 1 to 4 nights Denali Rail Tours Our Railcars en route to Denali National Park. Our Denali Rail Tours depart Anchorage, Seward, or Fairbanks and include rail travel along the Alaska Railroad on our own premium, glass-domed railcars. Hotel accommodations, baggage handling and transfers between the rail depot and Denali-area hotels are all included. Yellow tours also include transfers between the airport, hotel and rail depot at the beginning and end of tour. Our railcars are pulled by an Alaska Railroad locomotive on our own schedule. Itineraries range from 1 to 4 nights. Operates mid-May through mid-September. Destinations in Bold indicate an overnight is included. Blue Denali Rail Tours Yellow Denali Rail Tours These itineraries include overnight accommodations in Denali, These itineraries include overnight accommodations in Denali, Talkeetna or both locations. Hotel accommodations in Anchorage Talkeetna or both locations as well as accommodations in Anchorage and/or Fairbanks are not included in Blue Denali Rail Tours. and/or Fairbanks at the beginning and end of your tour. Tour Itinerary Price Tour Itinerary Price 71A Anchorage — Denali — Anchorage $649 93C Fairbanks — Denali — Anchorage ^ $899 Anchorage — Denali — Fairbanks ^ Anchorage — Denali — Denali — Seward *† 71B ( reverse itinerary 71C ) $599 93K ( reverse itinerary 93L ) $1049 71E Anchorage — Talkeetna — Anchorage $439 94A Anchorage — Denali — Denali — Anchorage† $1249 Anchorage — Denali — Denali — Fairbanks ^† 72A Anchorage — Denali — Denali — Anchorage† $849 94B ( reverse itinerary 94C ) $1149 Anchorage — Denali — Denali — Fairbanks ^† Anchorage — Denali — Talkeetna — Anchorage 72B ( reverse itinerary 72C ) $799 94H ( reverse itinerary 94G ) $1149 Anchorage — Talkeetna — Denali — Fairbanks ^ 72E Anchorage — Talkeetna — Talkeetna — Anchorage $549 94I ( reverse itinerary 94J ) $1099 Anchorage — Talkeetna — Denali — Anchorage Taxes and fees are additional and range from $28.06 to $38.60. 72G ( reverse itinerary 72H ) $799 Anchorage — Talkeetna — Denali — Fairbanks ^ * Transportation between Denali and Seward is via deluxe motor coach rather than luxury railcar. 72I ( reverse itinerary 72J ) $749 Tours 93K and 93L do not include overnights in Seward. Call for more details on which option would be best, especially if connecting with a cruise. Anchorage — Denali — Denali — Seward *† † Includes Music of Denali Dinner Theater. 72K ( reverse itinerary 72L ) $849 ^ Rail travel between Denali and Fairbanks is aboard Alaska Railroad’s Adventure Class service. Anchorage — Denali — Denali — Talkeetna — Upgrades to Alaska Railroad’s GoldStar service in a glass-domed car with a meal included are 73A Anchorage† ( reverse itinerary 73B ) $1049 available for $100 per person, per leg (based on availability). Fares and taxes based on double occupancy, per person, U.S. dollars and subject to change. 73C Anchorage — Denali — Denali — Denali — Anchorage† $1049 Anchorage — Denali — Denali — Talkeetna — 74A Talkeetna — Anchorage† ( reverse itinerary 74B ) $1149 Taxes and fees are additional and range from $7.62 to $22.91. gr ay lin eala ska .com 4
Explorer Tours Denali National Park Explorer Tour 3MN | 6 Days & 5 Nights Fairbanks Day Destination Denali National Park Anchorage 1 We’ll greet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Anchorage Anchorage Portage Glacier Explore Anchorage in the morning, then travel to Portage Lake for the 2 Portage Glacier Cruise and the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center in the afternoon. MOTOR COACH Anchorage — Denali RAIL Embark on your luxurious rail journey to Denali National Park. Keep an 3 eye out for mountain and wildlife sightings along the way. This evening includes dinner and a show at Music of Denali Dinner Theater. Denali 4 This morning, venture into the Park on a guided tour in search of moose, caribou, bears, Dall sheep and more. Denali — Fairbanks 5 The morning is yours to continue exploring Denali, then travel by rail deeper into Alaska’s interior. Fairbanks 6 We’ll transfer you to the airport at the end of your tour. Also operates in reverse order (Tour 3MS) Departs daily, mid-May through mid-September. May & September $1749 Tax/Fees: $64.25 June - August $1849 Tax/Fees: $64.25 Fares, taxes and fees based on double occupancy, per person, U.S. dollars and subject to change. Grizzly bear in Denali National Park & Preserve. Denali — Prince William Sound Explorer Tour 3pn | 7 Days & 6 Nights Fairbanks Day Destination Denali National Park Anchorage 1 We’ll transfer you from the airport to your hotel. Anchorage Whittier Anchorage — Whittier — Anchorage 2 Travel to Whittier where you’ll embark on a 5-hour Prince William Sound cruise for an opportunity to view fjords, glaciers and sealife. Anchorage — Denali MOTOR COACH 3 Travel by luxurious railcar to Denali National Park — a great opportunity RAIL Sightseeing boat Prince William Sound to spot the mountain and various wildlife. Denali 4 Watch for wildlife as you explore Denali National Park on your guided tour. Denali — Fairbanks 5 The day is yours to continue exploring Denali. In the late afternoon, travel to Fairbanks via luxury railcar. Fairbanks 6 Relive the gold rush with a visit to Gold Dredge 8 followed by lunch and a cruise aboard an authentic sternwheeler riverboat. Fairbanks 7 Transfer to the airport where your tour ends. Also operates in reverse order (Tour 3PS). Departs daily, mid-May through mid-September. May & September $2149 Tax/Fees: $91.06 June - August $2249 Tax/Fees: $91.06 Fares, taxes and fees based on double occupancy, per person, U.S. dollars and subject to change. The Alaska Pipeline. 5 call 1. 8 0 0 . 54 4 . 220 6
Explorer Tours Denali — Talkeetna Explorer Tour 3TN | 7 Days & 6 Nights Fairbanks Day Destination Denali National Park Anchorage 1 We’ll transfer you from the airport to your hotel for an overnight stay. Talkeetna Anchorage Anchorage — Talkeetna This morning depart for Talkeetna via glass-domed railcar. Spend 2 the afternoon exploring and enjoy stunning views from your hotel, Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge. RAIL Talkeetna — Denali Enjoy time on your own this morning to explore Denali State Park before 3 traveling by luxury rail to Denali National Park as you watch for wildlife along the way. This evening, you’ll enjoy Music of Denali Dinner Theater. Denali 4 Travel the famed Park Road on a guided tour and watch for wildlife and glimpses of the mountain from within the park. Denali — Fairbanks 5 After exploring the Denali area in the morning, travel to Fairbanks by rail and enjoy spectacular scenery along the way. Fairbanks Relive the gold rush at its peak with your visit to Gold Dredge 8. 6 After lunch, cruise the Chena and Tanana Rivers aboard an authentic sternwheeler. Fairbanks 7 Your tour ends with a transfer from your hotel to the airport. Also operates in reverse order (Tour 3TS). Departs daily, mid-May through mid-September. May & September $1949 Tax/Fees: $61.37 June - August $2049 Tax/Fees: $61.37 Gather around the fire pits at Mt. McKinley Princess Lodge. Fares, taxes and fees based on double occupancy, per person, U.S. dollars and subject to change. Denali — Kenai Explorer Tour 3KN | 7 Days & 6 Nights Day Destination Denali National Park Anchorage 1 We’ll transfer you from the airport to your hotel for an overnight stay. Anchorage Anchorage Portage Glacier Seward Explore Anchorage in the morning, then travel to Portage Lake for the 2 Portage Glacier Cruise and the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center in the afternoon. Kenai Fjords MOTOR COACH National Park RAIL Anchorage — Denali L, D) Sightseeing boat Journey by rail to Denali National Park and watch for eagles, moose, 3 and other wildlife along the way. In the evening, you’ll enjoy dinner and a show at Music of Denali Dinner Theater. Denali Venture into Denali National Park on a guided tour in search of moose, 4 caribou, bears and Dall sheep. Look for glimpses of “The Great One,” Denali, along the way. Denali — Seward 5 Embark on a scenic journey via motor coach to the port town of Seward, rich in seafaring cultural identity and marine wildlife. Seward — Anchorage Explore Seward in the morning, then embark on your Kenai Fjords 6 Cruise along the rugged Kenai Peninsula. Later, travel via Alaska Railroad back to Anchorage. Anchorage 7 We’ll transfer you to the airport at the end of your tour. Departs daily, mid-May through mid-September. Reverse itinerary not available. Cruise to within 300 yards of Portage Glacier. May & September $2249 Tax/Fees: $72.97 June - August $2349 Tax/Fees: $72.97 Fares, taxes and fees based on double occupancy, per person, U.S. dollars and subject to change. gr ay lin eala ska .com 6
Escorted Tours Escorted Great Land Tour 6FS | 7 Days & 6 Nights Fairbanks Denali National Park Visit Alaska’s two premier cities as well as the vast wilderness in between, all by scenic rail. Talkeetna Anchorage Day Destination Anchorage We’ll transfer you from the airport to your hotel. This evening, attend 1 a casual ‘get to know you’ reception with your Tour Director and fellow RAIL travel companions. Anchorage — Talkeetna This morning, enjoy breakfast and travel north along the Alaska Railroad 2 route to Talkeetna, keeping an eye out for the elusive Denali while you go. Stay the night at Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge. Talkeetna — Denali 3 Join your group for a delightful breakfast before reboarding luxury rail en route to Denali National Park. Denali 4 Fill up on breakfast, then venture into Denali National Park on a guided tour for your best chance of viewing wildlife in Alaska. Denali — Fairbanks 5 Take the morning to enjoy the Denali area. Later, board the train for a scenic trip to the Golden Heart City of Fairbanks. Fairbanks Pan for gold at historic Gold Dredge 8, followed by a river cruise on 6 a sternwheeler. A group farewell dinner this evening celebrates your memorable trip. Traveling Alaska by rail. Fairbanks 7 Your tour ends with a transfer from your hotel to the airport. Please call or check website for departure dates. $2799 Tax/Fees: $61.37 Fares, taxes and fees based on double occupancy, per person, U.S. dollars and subject to change. Our Escorted Tours feature the presence of an experienced Tour Director to guide you along your journey, plus many meals and activities are included. Explore Denali National Park on a guided tour. Benefits of an Escorted Tour Our Escorted Tours are designed for maximum comfort. You’ll travel Alaska by motor coach, boat and train (depending on itinerary). Our experienced guides will help you see Alaska in a whole new way. Sit back, relax and let us take care of you. Alaskan Malamute puppies. 7 call 1. 8 0 0 . 54 4 . 220 6
Escorted Tours Escorted Alaska Tour 6AN | 7 Days & 6 Nights Denali National Park Experience the Alaska you’ve dreamed of, from the mountainous terrain of Denali to the glacial waters of Seward. Anchorage Girdwood Day Destination Seward Anchorage Kenai Fjords Upon your arrival in Alaska’s largest city, we’ll transfer you to your hotel. 1 Later, meet your Tour Director and travel companions at a welcome MOTOR COACH RAIL National Park Sightseeing boat reception. Anchorage — Denali After breakfast, join your group aboard the train and travel to 2 the Denali area. Enjoy magnificent views on your scenic ride past mountains and forests. Denali 3 This morning, grab breakfast before you venture into the park to watch for Alaska wildlife on a guided tour. Denali — Girdwood Relax after breakfast before you journey to Girdwood aboard your 4 deluxe motor coach. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure exploring Alyeska Resort. Girdwood — Seward This morning, travel to the seaside town of Seward via deluxe motor 5 coach. Enjoy a cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park where you may see glaciers, whales and otters. Seward — Anchorage Enjoy breakfast, then travel to Anchorage for a guided visit to local 6 attractions including the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Gather with Explore the Great Land with an expert guide. your group for a farewell dinner this evening. Anchorage 7 We’ll take you to the airport and leave you with fond Alaska memories. Please call or check website for departure dates. $2799 Tax/Fees: $91.90 Fares, taxes and fees based on double occupancy, per person, U.S. dollars and subject to change. Our Escorted Tours feature the presence of an experienced Tour Director to guide you along your journey, plus many meals and activities are included. An otter in the seaside town of Seward. A pastel sky frames the magnificent Denali. gr ay lin eala ska .com 8
Escorted Tours Escorted Parks and Glaciers Tour 6NP | 9 Days & 8 Nights Fairbanks Denali National Park Experience Alaska’s best wilderness and cultural attractions with extra time to enjoy the wonders of Denali National Park, escorted all the way. Anchorage Day Destination Cooper Landing Seward Anchorage Kenai Fjords From the airport, we’ll transfer you to your hotel. The day is yours to National Park 1 explore. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travel companions MOTOR COACH RAIL Sightseeing boat at a casual get together. Anchorage — Seward Board your motor coach for a picturesque drive along Turnagain Arm to 2 the seaside town of Seward. Enjoy a scenic Kenai Fjords National Park cruise where you may see glaciers, whales and otters. Seward — Cooper Landing (Kenai Peninsula) Your motor coach will take you to Cooper Landing where you’ll 3 spend the night at Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge overlooking the turquoise Kenai River. Cooper Landing (Kenai Peninsula) After breakfast, spend the day exploring the peninsula known as 4 “Alaska’s Playground” — named for the many activities and wilderness pursuits available. Cooper Landing (Kenai Peninsula) — Denali 5 Grab breakfast, then enjoy a scenic motor coach ride to the Denali National Park area. Denali This morning head into Denali National Park on a guided tour. Keep 6 an eye out for the Big 5: moose, bear, Dall sheep, caribou and wolves. The Kenai River, famous for its turquoise-blue waters and fish. Denali — Fairbanks Enjoy a morning on your own, then board a luxury railcar and head 7 north to Fairbanks on the Alaska Railroad route. We’ll transfer you to your hotel upon arrival in Fairbanks. Fairbanks 8 Pan for gold at historic Gold Dredge 8 followed by a river cruise in a sternwheeler. In the evening, enjoy a group farewell dinner. Fairbanks 9 We’ll transfer you to the airport at the conclusion of your tour. Please call or check website for departure dates. $3599 Tax/Fees: $85.35 Fares, taxes and fees based on double occupancy, per person, U.S. dollars and subject to change. Our Escorted Tours feature the presence of an Adult moose range in size from 800 to 1,600 pounds. experienced Tour Director to guide you along your journey, plus many meals and activities are included. Denali Square at McKinley Chalet Resort. 9 call 1. 8 0 0 . 54 4 . 220 6
Self-Drive Tours Alaska National Parks Self-Drive Tour 1CA | 9 Days & 8 Nights Denali National Park Explore Alaska and visit two of the state’s most popular national parks — Kenai Fjords and Denali — all at your own pace. Talkeetna Anchorage Portage Glacier Day Destination Cooper Landing Seward Anchorage Kenai Fjords 1 We’ll transfer you from the Anchorage airport to your hotel upon your SELF-DRIVE National Park arrival where you will receive your copy of The Milepost. Sightseeing boat Anchorage — Cooper Landing (Kenai Peninsula) 100 miles Pick up your rental car from Avis in downtown Anchorage. Drive to 2 Cooper Landing and on the way stop for your cruise on Portage Lake where you’ll get up close to Portage Glacier. End the day at Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge, located on the banks of the Kenai River. Cooper Landing (Kenai Peninsula) 3 The day is yours to explore the Cooper Landing area and other communities of the Kenai Peninsula in your rental car. Cooper Landing (Kenai Peninsula) — Seward 47 miles Drive to Seward and embark on your Kenai Fjords Cruise, a scenic 4 glacier & wildlife cruise along the coast of the rugged Kenai Peninsula. Overnight at a Seward hotel. Seward — Talkeetna 240 miles Drive north to Talkeetna and explore the town that serves as base camp 5 for Denali climbers. Overnight at Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge, 50 miles north of Talkeetna in Denali State Park. Talkeetna — Denali 105 miles 6 Today, explore Denali’s south side or depart early for the drive to Denali National Park. Overnight near the park entrance. Raft the Nenana River in Denali. Denali This morning embark on a guided tour for opportunities to see bears, 7 caribou, moose, wolves and Dall sheep. The bus will pick you up at your hotel and travel into the park on the famous Denali National Park Road. Denali — Anchorage 238 miles Drive from Denali to Anchorage and return your rental car in 8 downtown Anchorage. Enjoy one last overnight in Anchorage before the conclusion of your tour. Anchorage 9 We’ll transfer you to the airport at the end of your tour. Departs daily, mid-May through mid-September. Reverse itinerary not available. Compact Car (Ford Focus or similar) Value: May & September $1849 Tax/Fees: $104.64 Peak: June - August $2049 Tax/Fees: $132.10 Kenai Fjords National Park. Upgrade to a Full Size Car for $100 Tax/Fees: $3.24 - $7.39 additional Upgrade to a Small SUV for $400 Tax/Fees: $10.80 - $48.00 additional Fares, taxes and fees based on double occupancy, per person, U.S. dollars and subject to change. Upgrade subject to availability. Upgrade pricing is per booking. Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge located on the Kenai River. gr ay lin eala ska .com 10
Self-Drive Tours Grand Circle Self-Drive Tour 1CB | 9 Days & 8 Nights Fairbanks Denali National Park Mountains abound on this tour with visits to America’s largest national park, Wrangell-St. Elias, and the famed Denali National Park. Anchorage Copper Center Valdez Day Destination Anchorage 1 We’ll transfer you from the Anchorage airport to your hotel and will SELF-DRIVE provide you with your copy of The Milepost upon your arrival. RAIL Prince William Sound Sightseeing boat Anchorage — Copper Center (Copper River Valley) 211 miles Pick up your rental car from Avis in downtown Anchorage. Drive to 2 Copper Center, the gateway to Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, and pay a visit to the National Park Visitors Center. Overnight at Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge. Copper Center (Copper River Valley) — Valdez — Copper Center 195 miles roundtrip Drive two hours to Valdez, where your Columbia Glacier Cruise will 3 depart for a 6 hour journey through Prince William Sound, providing opportunities for viewing the glacier and an abundance of sealife. Enjoy another night at the lodge. Copper Center (Copper River Valley) — Fairbanks 277 miles 4 Continue north along the Richardson Highway for your drive to Fairbanks, Alaska’s Golden Heart City. Fairbanks Relive the gold rush at its height with your visit to Gold Dredge 8. 5 After lunch, cruise the Chena and Tanana Rivers aboard an authentic sternwheeler. In the afternoon, drop the car off at the Avis airport office and we will transfer you to your Fairbanks hotel. Kennecott Mines National Historic Landmark. Fairbanks — Denali This morning, we will transfer you to the Rail Depot for your journey 6 to Denali. In the evening you’ll have time on your own to explore the Denali area and Visitors Center. Denali Venture into Denali National Park on a guided tour in search of moose, 7 caribou, bears, wolves and Dall sheep. Look for glimpses of “The Great One,” Denali, along the way. Denali — Anchorage 8 Travel by luxurious railcar to Anchorage — continue to look for wildlife and enjoy views of the peaks of the Alaska Range as you travel. Anchorage 9 We’ll transfer you to the airport at the end of your tour. Departs daily, mid-May through mid-September. Reverse itinerary not available. Compact Car (Ford Focus or similar) Value: May & September $2299 Tax/Fees: $86.03 Peak: June - August $2549 Tax/Fees: $103.31 Upgrade to a Full Size Car for $100 Tax/Fees: $3.24 - $7.39 additional Upgrade to a Small SUV for $400 Tax/Fees: $10.80 - $48.00 additional Fares, taxes and fees based on double occupancy, per person, U.S. dollars and subject to change. Upgrade subject to availability. Upgrade pricing is per booking. Cruise the Chena and Tanana Rivers in Fairbanks. 11 call 1. 8 0 0 . 54 4 . 220 6
Self-Drive Tours Alaska by Car Tour 1CC | 8 Days & 7 Nights Fairbanks Denali National Park Experience Alaska’s two largest cities and visit two of Alaska’s most popular national parks, Kenai Fjords and Denali. Talkeetna Anchorage Portage Glacier Day Destination Cooper Landing Seward Anchorage Kenai Fjords 1 Arrive in Anchorage and we’ll transfer you from the airport to your hotel SELF-DRIVE National Park and provide you with your copy of The Milepost. Sightseeing boat Anchorage — Cooper Landing (Kenai Peninsula) 100 miles Pick up your rental car from Avis in downtown Anchorage and drive to 2 your morning Portage Glacier Cruise. This afternoon, continue south to the town of Cooper Landing, located on the banks of the Kenai River. Overnight at the Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge. Cooper Landing (Kenai Peninsula) — Seward 47 miles This morning, drive to the seaside town of Seward, then embark on your 3 Kenai Fjords Cruise along the rugged Kenai Peninsula. Overnight at a Seward hotel. Seward — Talkeetna 240 miles Drive north to Talkeetna and explore the town that serves as a 4 base camp for Denali climbers. Overnight at Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge, 50 miles north of Talkeetna in Denali State Park. Talkeetna — Denali 105 miles 5 Today, explore Denali’s south side or depart early for the drive to Denali National Park. Overnight near the park entrance. Denali Today, embark on a guided tour for opportunities to see bears, caribou, 6 moose, wolves and Dall sheep. The bus will pick you up at your hotel Dall sheep in Denali National Park. and travel into the park on the famous Denali National Park Road. Denali — Fairbanks 123 miles This morning, drive north to Fairbanks, Alaska’s Golden Heart City. Make 7 your way to the Riverboat Landing for your lunch and cruise on the Chena and Tanana Rivers aboard an authentic sternwheeler. Fairbanks 8 Drop your car at the airport Avis office at the conclusion of your tour. Also operates in reverse order (Tour 1CR) Departs daily, mid-May through mid-September. Compact Car (Ford Focus or similar) Value: May & September $1849 Tax/Fees: $94.87 - $102.51 Peak: June - August $2149 Tax/Fees: $122.33 - $139.49 Upgrade to a Full Size Car for $100 Tax/Fees: $3.24 - $7.39 additional Upgrade to a Small SUV for $400 Tax/Fees: $10.80 - $48.00 additional Fares, taxes and fees based on double occupancy, per person, U.S. dollars and subject to change. Upgrade subject to availability. Upgrade pricing is per booking. Mountainous views on an Alaska Highway. gr ay lin eala ska .com 12
Self-Drive Tours Sightseeing Tours Alaska Highlights Self-Drive Anchorage | Sightseeing and Day Tours Tour 1CF | 7 Days & 6 Nights Portage Glacier Cruise Approximately 1 hour. If you have your own transportation, Portage Glacier is truly worth the drive. The cruise takes you within 300 yards from the face of the glacier where you can watch for chunks of ice to This vacation package hits all the top sights in the 49th state and break away and crash into the water below! provides ample time to explore in your rental car. Portage Glacier Cruise & Tour Approximately 5.5 hours. Want us to drive? We’ll travel the scenic Day Destination Seward Highway, cruise to Portage Glacier then stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center before returning to Anchorage. Anchorage 1 Arrive in Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city. We’ll meet you at the Prince William Sound Excursion airport and will transfer you to your Anchorage hotel. Travel to Whittier through North America’s longest highway tunnel. Anchorage Embark on a 5-hour cruise into Prince William Sound to view Call the downtown Anchorage Avis office for a transfer to pick up your tidewater glaciers and marine wildlife. Return to Anchorage by motor coach. 2 vehicle. You’ll receive your copy of The Milepost when you pick up your car. The day is yours to explore in and around Anchorage. Consider Kenai Fjords Excursion a drive to the Kenai Peninsula. Mileage is unlimited! Full day tour. Travel by motor coach to the port city of Seward Anchorage — Denali 239 miles located on stunning Resurrection Bay. Embark on a 6-hour Get an early start for your drive to Denali. Consider stopping in Kenai Fjords National Park cruise along steep-sided fjords and 3 Talkeetna on the way! Excellent views of “The Great One” abound shimmering tidewater glaciers. Watch for humpback whales, on this scenic drive on the open road. orcas, seabirds, sea lions and otters. Return to Anchorage via a scenic trip on the Alaska Railroad. Denali Spend today venturing deep into Denali National Park on a guided 4 tour. Keep a lookout for wildlife along the way. Overnight at your Denali hotel. Fairbanks | Sightseeing and Day Tours Denali — Fairbanks 122 miles Discover The Gold And Sternwheeler Cruise Tour 5 Enjoy more time to explore Denali today. Tonight, depart for Approximately 8 hours. Combine both of Fairbanks’ star Fairbanks, where you will overnight. attractions into a full day’s sightseeing. See the city sights of Fairbanks, visit Gold Dredge 8 and cruise on an authentic Fairbanks sternwheeler riverboat on the Chena and Tanana Rivers with Today drive to the Riverboat Landing, where you’ll enjoy your included lunch included. 6 lunch. After lunch, you’ll take a trip on an authentic Sternwheeler, Reverse itinerary available. Tour order based on availability. the Riverboat Discovery. Overnight at your Fairbanks hotel. Fairbanks 7 Drop your car at the airport Avis office at the conclusion of your tour. Samples | Excursions in Each Location Also operates in reverse order (Tour 1CS) Denali National Park Departs daily, mid-May through mid-September. Natural History Tour | Denali Park Zipline Music of Denali Dinner Theater | ATV Adventures Compact Car (Ford Focus or similar) Value: May & September $1599 Tax/Fees: $93.98 - $97.33 Peak: June - August $1849 Tax/Fees: $119.90 - $127.71 Fairbanks Chena Hot Springs & Ice Museum Tour | Alaska Salmon Bake Upgrade to a Full Size Car for $100 Tax/Fees: $3.24 - $7.39 additional Palace Theater Revue Upgrade to a Small SUV for $400 Tax/Fees: $10.80 - $48.00 additional South Denali (Talkeetna) Fares, taxes and fees based on double occupancy, per person, U.S. dollars and subject to change. Wilderness Jet Boat Adventure | Denali Wilderness Hike Upgrade subject to availability. Upgrade pricing is per booking. Chulitna River Rafting | Historical Gold Panning Adventure Kenai Peninsula (Cooper Landing) Kenai Nature Hike | Kenai Canyon River Rafting | Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise | Kenai Upper River Fishing (Half Day) Copper River Valley (Copper Center) Salmon Fishing by Raft (Half Day) | Scenic ATV Nature Ride Fairbanks Kennicott Explorer | Scenic Wilderness Rafting Denali National Park Anchorage For a complete list of excursions, SELF-DRIVE visit gr ay lin eala ska .com 13 call 1. 8 0 0 . 54 4 . 220 6
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