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                   Alaska Explorer Guided Bus tour

The Alaska Explorer Tour is a one-way, guided group bus tour from Fairbanks to Anchorage with stops in Denali and Talkeetna. The Alaska Explorer tour is ideal for a pre-cruise land tour in Alaska. You’ll begin your fun in Fairbanks. 

Itinerary:

Day1: Fairbanks Arrival

Arrive in Fairbanks and transfer on your own to the hotel. Overnight in Fairbanks.

Day2: Fairbanks

This morning includes a sightseeing tour of the gold mining town of Fairbanks with a stop at the University of Alaska’s Museum of the North. In the afternoon, cruise the Chena River aboard a classic sternwheeler. A stop will be made to see a sled dog team, a trapper’s cabin, and an historic Native Alaskan settlement. Overnight Fairbanks. (B)

Day3: Fairbanks to Denali National Park

Relax and enjoy the views as you travel south on the Alaska Railroad to Denali. In the afternoon, take an interpretive hike along Otto Lake followed by a “Welcome to Denali” reception a the Denali Discovery Center. Overnight near the Denali Park entrance area. (B)

Day4: Denali National Park

Today, depart on a narrated bus tour (simple park bus) into Denali National Park.  As you travel through the pristine wilderness, look for wildlife, such as bears, caribou, and moose, as well as views of the Mountain. The driver will provide commentary.  The tour is approximately 4-6 hours long and takes you approximately 30 – 43 miles into the park, depending on weather and road conditions. Overnight in the Denali Park entrance area. (B)

Day5: Denali National Park to Talkeetna to Anchorage

Travel by motorcoach/van from Denali to Talkeetna this morning. Enjoy time on own to explore the quaint and historic town of Talkeetna. Afterwards continue your scenic transfer south to Anchorage. In the evening, enjoy a closing dinner and farewell.  Overnight Anchorage. (B, D)

Day6: Anchorage Departure

Your tour comes to an end with a hotel courtesy transfer to the airport. (B)

Dates & Rates

Dates of Operation Single Double Triple Quad  
Alaska Explorer / Escorted Group Tour (6 Days/5 Nights) – from Fairbanks to Anchorage  
May 18, 2025 $2639 $1829 $1599 $1529  
June 1, 2025 $2829 $1999 $1759 $1649  
June 15, 2025 $2829 $1999 $1759 $1649  
July 6, 2025 $2829 $1999 $1759 $1649  
July 13, 2025 $2829 $1999 $1759 $1649  
August 10, 2025 $2829 $1999 $1759 $1649  
August 31, 2025 $2829 $1999 $1759 $1649  
September 7, 2025 $2829 $1999 $1759 $1649

What’s Included

 

    • Five nights accommodation with baggage handling

    • Five breakfasts (B), one dinner (D)

    • Group transportation is as follows: van transportation for group size 1 to 9 people (driver guide only) or full-size motorcoach transportation for group size 10 to 50 people

    • A dome train journey from Fairbanks to Denali National Park

    • Knowledgeable English-speaking guide

    • Sightseeing in Fairbanks

    • Museum of the North admission

    • Riverboat Sternwheeler cruise

    • 4-6 hour bus tour into Denali National Park (depending on weather and road conditions)

    • All taxes and fees

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