Discovery Voyages The Grand Alaska Journey
Season
Jun 05 to Sep 20
Price
From $6,785+
Start & End Ports
Start: Anchorage
End: Whittier
Ship Name
Discovery
Why Take This Tour?
Best of Prince William Sound & Denali National Park (Anchorage to Fairbanks)
Includes photo naturalist guide Hugh Rose throughout, flight-seeing tour of Denali, Mercedes Sprinter private van transportation throughout with tall sliding un-tinted windows with ability to stand inside, all accommodations, Discovery Voyages cruise with Captain Dean and crew, complimentary bar on voyage, and most meals (less two). No discounts for unused services. Itinerary subject to change. Airfare to Alaska and airport transfers in Anchorage not included. Land portion is limited to 8 guests.
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Itinerary
Arrive in Anchorage. Overnight accommodations at an Anchorage B&B.
After breakfast, plan to meet your guide Hugh Rose at 10am for van transportation southbound. Begin your adventure today with a scenic drive along Turnagain Arm (bordering Chugach State Park) to the port town of Whittier and your journey into Prince William Sound. Many photographic opportunities along the way. The great crew of Discovery Voyages will meet you upon arrival. Enjoy a welcome lunch reception and begin your exploration of this special place. Includes hiking, kayaking, whale watching, glaciers, great food, and complimentary bar. Shared bath.
Day 2 with Hugh Rose and the Discovery Crew. Please see the Classic Discovery Voyage Itinerary for more detailed information.
Day 3 with Hugh Rose and the Discovery Crew
Day 4 with Hugh Rose and the Discovery Crew
Return to Whittier this afternoon after 5 wonderful days exploring Prince William Sound with your guide Hugh Rose and the Discovery Crew. Transfer to Anchorage by van for dinner on own this evening. Overnight at same location in downtown Anchorage.
Travel by van towards Denali National Park, about a 5 hour drive. Overnight Earthsong Lodge (or similar) in Healy. Tour Jon Nierenberg’s dog kennels to learn about winter dog mushing in the Denali Park region. All meals included.
Today we tour into Denali National Park by private vehicle. We will stop often to look for wildlife, and enjoy a box picnic lunch en route to Skyline Lodge in Kantishna, 90 miles inside the Park. Overnight for 2 nights at Skyline Lodge. Shared baths. All meals included.
Denali National Park
Enjoy exploring the exquisite wilderness around Skyline Lodge, including Wonder Lake and views of Denali (Mt McKinley). Great photo opportunities. Enjoy hiking, biking or take a shuttle to explore the wilderness of the Park. Flight-seeing tour included, weather permitting. 2nd night staying at Skyline Lodge
Today after breakfast we journey back through Denali National Park giving us more opportunities for great photography, animal viewing, and scenes of Denali. Overnight at River’s Edge Resort in Fairbanks. Farewell dinner included.
Depart for home. Airport transfers are not included.
Departures
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2022 Departures
July: 04 -
2023 Departures
July: 15, 23 August: 12