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Alaska Rail & Car
Tour
Tour 152CTA
Combine a classic journey aboard the Alaska Railroad
from Anchorage to Denali and Fairbanks with the
independence of touring by car on Alaska's oldest,
and arguably most scenic, roadway. The easy pace of
this tour allows ample time to enjoy the experience
of Denali National Park with a wildlife tour and to
explore Fairbanks and Valdez.
Transfer to hotel by courtesy shuttle
or by taxi. Overnight in Anchorage.
Day 2: Anchorage to Denali National
Park
This morning transfer to the Anchorage
train station by courtesy hotel shuttle or
taxi. At 8:15am*, you will travel from Anchorage to
Denali National Park aboard the Alaska
Railroad. Upon arrival in Denali
(3:30pm),
transfer to hotel by courtesy shuttle. The afternoon is free for
optional tours in Denali, such as
river rafting or
flightseeing
(not included). Overnight near the Denali park entrance.
Day 3: Denali National Park to
Fairbanks
Today's adventure includes a bus tour into
Denali National Park. This six- to eight-hour
tour takes you through the pristine
wilderness of Denali, providing photo and
wildlife viewing opportunities. An
experienced naturalist will provide an
overview of the land and its wildlife. A
snack
is included on this tour. Following the
tour, depart Denali (3:45pm) aboard the Alaska
Railroad to Fairbanks. Upon arrival in
Fairbanks (8:00pm), transfer to hotel via courtesy
shuttle or on own. Overnight in Fairbanks.
This morning, pick up your rental car in
Fairbanks and tour the area on your own. You
may also choose to add one of the
many tours available in Fairbanks, such as a
riverboat cruise or a
visit to a working gold mine
(not included). Overnight
in Fairbanks.
Day 5: Fairbanks to Valdez
/ 368 miles
Plan 7 hours driving time, not including
stops.
Today you will drive the Richardson and Alaska Highways
southeast from Fairbanks to Valdez.
As you depart Fairbanks, you will drive past
the town of North Pole, the home of Santa
Claus.
During your drive, you will have
many opportunities to stop
at scenic overlooks to view the Alyeska
pipeline, Mt. McKinley (on clear days) and
the Wrangell-St. Elias Mountains. Before
reaching Valdez, you will
drive past Worthington Glacier and through
Keystone Canyon with its numerous
waterfalls, including the spectacular Bridal
Veil Falls. Overnight Valdez.
Day 6: Valdez
Valdez was almost completely
wiped out by a tidal wave in 1964, but it is now
rebuilt and is a busy port city at the end of the
Trans-Alaska Pipeline. Today is free to explore the
small town of Valdez. You may wish to go
on an optional
hiking or kayaking
tour (not included). Overnight
in Valdez.
Day 7: Valdez
to Anchorage
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Ferry from
Valdez to Whittier (3 or 6 hrs). Drive
Whittier to Anchorage (60 miles; plan 75
minutes
drive time, not including tunnel waiting
period or stops.)
Today, you will leave Valdez aboard the Alaska
Marine Highway ferry and cruise through
beautiful Prince William Sound. Upon arrival
in Whittier, drive through the
Whittier-Portage Tunnel (a one-lane tunnel
shared with the train) In
Portage, you have the opportunity to stop at
the Portage Glacier Visitor Center. We also
recommend a stop at the Alaska Wildlife
Conservation Center. You will then
follow the Seward Highway north to Anchorage.
Overnight in Anchorage.
Day 8:
Anchorage
departure
Return car today. Depart or start additional
program.
*All rail
times are approximate and subject to change.
7 nights accommodation. Train from Anchorage to Denali
and Denali to Fairbanks. 6-8 hour
bus tour into Denali National Park with
snack and park admission. 5 days midsize car rental from Fairbanks to
Anchorage including one way fee and
unlimited mileage. Ferry passage for passengers and vehicle from
Valdez to Whittier. All taxes.
Included for upgraded programs are taxi
transfers
on days 1 and 2
in Anchorage.
LDW/CDW
rental car insurance, additional driver
fees, gas.
Taxi transfers in Anchorage for
standard program.
Meals, optional excursions, park/admission
fees other than mentioned, gratuities.
For
additional car rental days
please click
here!
Tour operates May 17 -
September 4, 2008.
May 17 - May 26 and
August 18 - September 4:
Monday, Thursday and Saturday
departures only.
May 29 - August 17: Daily
departures except Wednesdays.
Based on 2008 ferry schedule
but still subject to change!
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2008 Rates
Tour 152CTA based
on
standard
program
and
midsize car
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Single
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Double/ Twin
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Triple
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Quad |
4 share car
2 rooms
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Child** |
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May 17 - 28 |
$2529 |
$1499 |
$1196 |
$1029 |
$1389 |
$339 |
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May 29
- August 28 |
$2837 |
$1669 |
$1309 |
$1129 |
$1525 |
$339 |
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August 29 -
September 4 |
$2589 |
$1549 |
$1229 |
$1069 |
$1439 |
$339 |
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**Valid for children 11
years and under sharing
1 room with 2 full
paying adults with existing bedding. Max. 2 children / 2
adults per room. |
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2008 Rates
Tour 152CTA based on
upgraded program
and mid size car
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Single
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Double/ Twin
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Triple
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Quad |
4 share car
2 rooms |
Child** |
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May 17 - 28
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$3279 |
$1977 |
$1769 |
$1509 |
$1867 |
$389 |
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May
29
- August 28 |
$3469 |
$2089 |
$1859 |
$1589 |
$1948 |
$399 |
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August 29 -
September 4 |
$3309 |
$2009 |
$1808 |
$1549 |
$1899 |
$399 |
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** Valid for children 11
years and under sharing
1 room with 2 full
paying adults with existing bedding.
Max. 2 children / 2 adults per room. |
Upgrade your Alaska Railroad Experience to
Gold Star Service!!!
(standard program only - GoldStar is included
with upgraded program) |
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Enjoy luxury rail travel aboard lavishly
appointed, double-deck dome cars, which offer
360-degree views and an outdoor viewing
platform. Your upgraded service includes a
confirmed seat in the domed upper deck,
a commemorative
GoldStar gift, and complimentary
non-alcoholic beverages. |
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Surcharge per
person per segment: |
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Adult |
$85 |
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Child
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$42 |
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Upgrade
your Rental Car
(total surcharge for 5 day rental period) |
Tour start date:
May 17 - 28 & August 29 - September
4 |
Tour
start date:
May
29 -
August 28 |
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Full size: $30 |
Full size: $30 |
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SUV: $200 |
SUV: $320 |
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Minivan: $200 |
Minivan: $320 |
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