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Alaska Kenai and Denali Adventure – Small Group Tour

7 nights from €3,859 per person Including Flights

Overview

This 7-night adventure tour takes you through Alaska’s stunning landscapes, from Anchorage to Denali National Park. Begin by exploring Anchorage before heading south to Seward, where you can hike, cruise, or kayak in Kenai Fjords National Park. Continue to Talkeetna for a visit to the Iditarod Museum and scenic river excursions. Then, journey to Denali National Park, where you’ll hike, spot wildlife, and enjoy breath taking views of glaciers and mountains and end your tour in Anchorage where the tour concludes with a final day for shopping and departure. This tour is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, offering stunning hikes and unforgettable experiences in nature.

This small-group tour, limited to just 13 participants, offers an immersive, active experience that lets you connect with Alaska’s wild beauty and explore its sweeping landscapes up close. (GA)

Highlights

  • Hike among glaciers and icefields, surrounded by stunning landscapes and pristine wilderness.
  • Discover the fascinating history of dog sledding and its important role in Alaska’s heritage.
  • Marvel at the breath taking scenery in Denali National Park, from towering peaks to lush valleys.
  • Look for bears in their natural habitat, roaming freely across the rugged Alaskan terrain.


Itinerary Overview

Anchorage 1 night – Seward 2 nights – Talkeetna 1 night – Denali National Park 2 nights – Anchorage 1 night

2025 Departure Dates
May: 29
Jun: 05, 08, 12, 15, 22, 29
Jul: 06, 10, 13, 20, 24, 27, 31
Aug: 03, 07, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28

2026 Departure Dates
May: 28
Jun: 04, 08, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29
Jul: 02, 06, 09, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30
Aug: 03, 06, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27

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Day 1

Anchorage

Fly into Anchorage, Alaska and make your way independently to your hotel. Get settled and meet your CEO and fellow travellers for further details about your tour. Afterward, you can choose to join the group for a local meal or explore at your leisure. Be sure to check the notice in the lobby or ask at reception for the official time and location to meet up with the group.

Overnight: Sheraton Hotel & Spa Anchorage or similar

Day 2

Anchorage to Seward (127 miles)

Drive south through the Kenai Peninsula on the scenic Seward Highway, passing cliffs, ocean, and the Chugach National Forest. Hike the Harding Icefield Trail to view the massive Exit Glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park. Depart Anchorage in the morning and explore the southern tip of the Peninsula, discovering the fjords’ history, natural science, and remote beauty—a truly unforgettable Alaskan adventure.

Overnight: Harborview Inn or similar. Lunch included.

Day 3

Seward

Enjoy a free day to explore Seward and its surroundings. For an enhanced experience, opt for additional excursions at extra cost, including hiking the Tonsina Creek Trail, a Kenai Fjords National Park cruise, or a Sea Kayaking tour. Make the most of your time in this beautiful region!

Overnight: Harborview Inn or similar

Day 4

Seeward to Talkeetna (156 miles)

Travel north to quaint Talkeetna. Visit the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Museum and learn all about this historical event. Opt to take a scenic flight over the area, float by raft or go further afield by jet boat on the Talkeetna River to learn about local flora, fauna and early settlers to the area, or stay in town to shop or sample beer from the local microbrewery.

Overnight: Swiss Alaska Inn or similar

Day 5

Talkeetna – Denali National Park (156 miles)

Head north, keeping your camera ready to capture the stunning scenery en route to Denali National Park. Enjoy a dog sledding demonstration and choose to hike in the park.

You'll have plenty of time to explore Denali National Park. Opt to hike one of its many trails and discover the dynamic glaciated landscape, with its vast rivers, numerous lakes and ponds, and unique landforms that form the foundation of the diverse ecosystems thriving within the park.

Overnight: Denali Perch Resort or similar

Day 6

Denali National Park

Spend the day exploring Denali National Park, immersing yourself in its stunning flora, fauna, and towering mountains. Keep an eye out for wildlife, including moose, bears, and caribou! You'll have a full day to wander freely, with the opportunity to hike trails like Mount Healy and Horseshoe Lake, allowing you to fully appreciate the park’s natural beauty and unique landscapes.

Overnight: Denali Perch Resort or similar. Breakfast and lunch included

Day 7

Denali National Park to Anchorage (230 miles)

Bid farewell to Denali National Park and journey back to Anchorage. Choose to join the group for a farewell dinner to round off your adventure.

Overnight: Sheraton Hotel and Spa Anchorage or similar. Breakfast included.

Day 8

Anchorage

Enjoy your last day in Anchorage and get last minute souvenirs before making your way independently to the airport for your flight home

  • Return international flights
  • 7 nights tour accommodation as described or similar
  • 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches as listed in the itinerary (allow $335 - $435 for meals not included)
  • Tour Director (CEO – Chief Experience Officer) during your tour and local guides
  • Air-conditioned 15 passenger mini-van
  • Road trip along the scenic Seward Highway.
  • View Exit Glacier and hike along the Harding Icefield trail.
  • Denali National Park entrance and dogsled demonstration.
  • Full-day excursion to East Fork Bridge at (Mile 43) in Denali National Park

What's not included

  • Airport transfers
  • Meals not listed in the itinerary
  • Optional excursions
  • Gratuities for local guides and CEO (Guideline of $2-$8 per local guide and $5-$10 per person per day for CEO).

Optional excursions can be booked locally with your CEO. Rates are per person starting from prices in US dollars:

  • Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise - $25
  • Alaska SeaLife Center Visit - $30
  • Wilderness Jet Boat Tour - $85
  • Talkeetna River Natural History Float Trip - $90
  • Denali Scenic Flight - $220
  • Rafting on Nenana River - $95
  • Farewell Dinner - $25

Rates are approximate from prices and can be subject to change and availability.

Please note hotels in Alaska may be a bit more rustic or dated than hotels at the same accommodation level in the rest the states. Denali accommodation may also have shared or exterior bathroom facilities.

This journey is not particularly physically demanding, but the limited space in the van and long drive days can be challenging.

Please note the following days have particularly long driving times:
Day 4: Seward – Talkeetna: 5h-6h (156 miles)
Day 7: Denali National Park to Anchorage: 4h-5h (230 miles)

While some days may feel long, most travellers find that the diverse landscapes, cultures, and wildlife of North America make the experience truly rewarding.

Yvonne Knott
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