Alaska Prospector
Overview
Highlights
- Scenic drive along Turnagain Arm
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
- Alyeska’s Aerial Tram
- Begich Boggs Visitor Center in Portage
- Glacier & Wildlife Cruise on Prince William Sound
- Denali National Park Tundra Wilderness Tour
- The Anchorage Museum
- Alaska Native Heritage Center
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- All airfare
- All fuel surcharges, government fees, airport & departure taxes
- Holiday Vacations Tour Director
- Motorcoach & professional driver
- Baggage handling at hotels
- $100 Loyalty Credit for a future tour
Itinerary
Travel to Anchorage, the metropolis in the wilderness, and check-in to our overnight accommodations.
Meals: Lunch
Appreciate the wilderness with intimate views of the Chugach Mountains and Cook Inlet. Marvel at snow-capped peaks and hanging glaciers while on the lookout for eagles, moose, and Dall sheep. Learn about Turnagain Arm's fascinating bore tide and lo...
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Witness state-of-the-art exhibits that capture Alaska's natural wonder using artful lighting and sound at Begich Boggs Visitor Center located in the scenic Portage Valley. Our adventure continues with a spectacular nature cruise, cro...
Meals: Breakfast
Today, experience the ultimate in Alaskan scenery with a drive up Keystone Canyon to Worthington Glacier and Thompson Pass. There will be plenty of stops for photos. The remainder of the day is at leisure.Optional activities today in Valdez inc...
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
We make our way into the interior of Alaska. Catch glimpses of the Trans-Alaska Oil Pipeline as we travel on the Richardson Highway, stopping to see a unique pipeline suspension bridge along the way. Later we stop at the Santa Claus House, before arriving in Fairbanks for a two night stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Begin the morning with an exciting activity from Alaska's gold mining past. We’ll visit historic Gold Dredge 8 to learn about old gold mining methods and pan for gold ourselves!After an included lunch at Discovery Landing, we board the R...
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
We travel to Denali and our adventure begins in Denali National Park, a six million acre wilderness. During our Tundra Wilderness Tour we will cross from the boreal forest onto the tundra; our driver guide provides commentary and insi...
Meals: Breakfast
This afternoon, get a thrilling experience with Mahay's Jet Boat Adventures on their Wilderness Adventure as we navigate 20 miles of river to learn about the local history and life along the waterways. We go ashore to visit a Dena'ina Native En...
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Enjoy breakfast before we head out for the day, making our way back to Anchorage. We’ll come together for lunch at Settler's Bay Lodge before the afternoon’s activities.Visit the Iditarod Trail Headquarters where we learn about the ic...
Meals: Lunch
Take time this morning to relax and reflect on the week’s adventures before we come together for a special Holiday Vacations Farewell Lunch where you can share memories with your fellow travelers and new friends. This afternoon, visit the Anchorage...
Travel home with unforgettable memories of our Alaskan adventure.
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- Miner's Lunch at Discovery Landing
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