When traveling to Denali you have three options. You can drive a car; take the Denali Motorcoach, or the Alaska Railroad. All three have advantages, but for the whole experience of the scenic drive we recommend the Motorcoach to Denali and the Railroad from the park. With these two options you don’t have to worry about missing a turn, or other drivers. You can simply enjoy the beautiful ride. Along the road to Denali Park entrance you can see cliffs littered with rusty rocks. The trip is beautiful, and rare is the drive that lacks wildlife. The Motorcoach is comfortable, air conditioned, and features an onboard restroom. The driver will stop when a photo-op arises, and will explain various areas of the trip. They will tell you what rivers you are crossing, and any questions you have are answered. Want to know why caribou don’t loose their horns? Our drivers have the answer. When you arrive at the park entrance you have around an hour to mull around and get a quick lunch before taking the bus to Denali Backcountry Lodge at Kantishna. By taking the Motorcoach to the park you eliminate the need to stay a night at the park entrance.
On your way home you should take the rail. The Alaska Railroad is a slightly longer trip, but it is well worth the comfort. You have the option of booking your seat in a car with the elevated viewing deck to see as much as you can. Alaska is a vast land and there is much to see. By taking another route back to Anchorage you can see the other side of most of the rivers, and plenty of animals. The friendly local guides on the train will answer any questions you have; they can even point out wildlife you may have otherwise missed. Travel in luxury circa-50’s style railcars and enjoy the fine dining aboard the Denali Star Train. With stops in Wasilla and Talkeetna you are guaranteed the trip of a lifetime.
Remember on your vacation with Alaska Denali Tours the most recommended way to travel to and from Denali is by Motorcoach and Alaska Railroad; you can’t go wrong with the style and comfort offered by our first-class transportation.