It is not the end it is only the beginning! Saving all year to come to Alaska, it’s been a dream for a long time to visit this last frontier. Don’t wait any longer, you can start your planning now, Alaska Denali Tours is ready for you.
Take a cruise to Alaska through the inside passage with a few exciting stops in remote locations – but not so remote like Juneau, our capital city, only reachable buy Ship or Air. How about a flight to Fairbanks a tour your way down to Anchorage, staying at all the best locations, such as Denali Backcountry Lodge deep inside Denali, or tour the town next to Denali Cabins. Next, stop in the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge and grab the Alaska Railroad for a fun filled train ride to Anchorage where you can visit the Alaska Zoo or our unique Museums -best shopping by the way! Then again, you can continue on to Seward and visit the Alaska Sealife center and also go dog sledding all in the same day.
How about going backwards and end your cruise to Alaska in Whittier or Seward. Stage yourself on the train to Anchorage – shop a little – catch the Anchorage Denali Express to one of the remote Denali Lodges. Jump on the train bound for Fairbanks to do some gold panning in an active gold mine – the Eldorado, ride the Riverboat Discovery before catching your plane home or a flight further north to the Arctic. I see no end to the choices,
what are you waiting for!
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This is how I planned our Alaska Vacation
As I planned our trip to Alaska, I spent hours and hours on the Internet and questioning, to no end, the tour consultants. I promised this blog write up for pestering them so much…even though they said that is what they are there for, to answer all the questions.
This is how I’ve planned our Alaska Vacation… Continue reading
Customer Experiences
These are just a few of the reviews we have received over the years. You could be one of these happy clients. Alaska Denali Tours is more than happy to make you a custom tour and adventure package. We can coordinate around the railroad, the Alaska Cruises, and even flights to give you the most of Alaska in the most efficient time frame. We strive to show you the best of Alaska, our home and playground:
Everyone was very friendly and made you feel welcome. Excellent Hospitality!
-Kim and Jared Gaty – Cabin: #24
Very nice- wonderful accommodations! Thank you!
-Susan and Mike Hurdy- Cabin: #16
Naturalists were full of informative and interesting info. Food was delicious, well prepared and served. Managers were very helpful. We loved it!
-John and Ruth- Cabin: # 26
Excellent guides, knowledgeable and friendly. Meals and service was great, cabing was comfortable, clean and quiet. The staff in the lodge were most friendly and attentive. They worked hard to please the guests and they succeeded!
- Barbara- Cabin:3
Wonderful people, comfortable cabins with a beautiful view! The location and facilities are great but my memories will center on the superb staff, they were very warm and helpful!
-Father Don- Cabin: #42
Come to Alaska and experience the adventure for yourself!
Summer Adventures in Alaska
I need to get out and do more this summer. I have lived in Alaska the majority of my life and I haven’t been on a day cruise, or even been farther north than Fairbanks. I went snow machining once, but that scared the death out of me so I figure doing the really adventurous things isn’t for me. Sure, it’s almost a rite of passage to go up Arctic Valley in the winter and sled down the mile long hill, but that’s not a real thrill unless you’re some of the first kids down after fresh snow. I hiked up a mountain in middle school, but it was a field trip and every kid who went to school there was given the opportunity to do it. Still, none of it was terribly exciting.
This summer I plan on making the most of the 20 hours of daylight. I only live once right? We all make promises to ourselves; only a few of them are realistic to keep. I think that vowing to hike in Denali National Park, or even going on an Alaskan cruise is easily fulfilled. I will commit myself to experiencing Alaska in new ways, ways that I should have seen my home years ago. Be it taking the Alaska Railroad to Fairbanks, or going to the Seward Sea Life Center, I will have an adventure this summer.
Will you?
Getting To and From Denali
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.
