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      Most visited towns in Alaska

      • Anchorage
      • Seward & Kenai Fjords
      • Denali National Park
      • Talkeetna
      • Fairbanks
      • Whittier
      • Juneau
      Roadside Gems

      Off-the-beaten path towns along Alaska's road system

      • Girdwood
      • Homer
      • Kenai / Soldotna
      • Palmer / Wasilla Area
      • McCarthy-Kennicott
      • Cooper Landing Area
      • Glacier View
      • Hope
      • Valdez
      Cruise Destinations

      Towns visited on an Alaska Cruise

      • Juneau
      • Ketchikan
      • Sitka
      • Skagway
      • Haines
      • Glacier Bay National Park
      • Whittier
      • Seward & Kenai Fjords
      National & State Parks

      National Parks on the Road System

      • Denali National Park
      • Seward & Kenai Fjords
      • Wrangell St. Elias National Park

      National Parks by Cruise or Air

      • Glacier Bay National Park

      National Parks by Air

      • Katmai National Park & Preserve
      • Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
      • Gates of the Arctic
      • Kobuk Valley National Park

      State Parks & National Forests

      • Chugach State Park
      • Denali State Park
      • Chugach National Forest
      • Tongass National Forest
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    • Best of Alaska

      Best of Alaska

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      • Fishing Charters
      • Sea Kayaking Tours
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      • Guided Hiking & Hiking Lodges
      On the Water

      On the Water

      • Day Cruises
      • Sea Kayaking Tours
      • Rafting Tours
      • Whale Watching Tours
      • Jet Ski Tours
      • Fishing Charters
      • Canoe Tours
      • Sailing & Private Yacht Charters
      • Glacier Tours
      • Small Ship Adventure Cruises
      • Stand Up Paddleboarding
      Land Recreation & Sports

      Land Recreation & Sports

      • Jeep & ATV Tours
      • Guided Hiking & Hiking Lodges
      • Zipline Tours
      • Bicycle Tours & Rentals
      • Alaska Gold Panning Tours
      • Guided Backcountry Adventures
      • Horseback Riding In Alaska
      • Golf Courses
      Wildlife

      Wildlife Tours

      • Bear Viewing Tours
      • Whale Watching Tours
      • Bear Viewing Lodges
      • Wildlife Parks, Zoos, Aquariums

      Wildlife Viewing Spots

      Guides to the best locations around the state to view wildlife

      Art, Culture & History

      Art, Culture & History

      • Museums & Cultural Centers
      • Alaska Plays & Performances
      • Historic Park or Site
      • Photography Tours
      • Alaska Fairs & Festivals
      Sightsee, Shop & Dine

      Sightseeing

      • Scenic Drives
      • City Sightseeing Tours
      • Trams
      • National Park Tours
      • Alaska Walking Tours
      • Visitor Information Centers
      • Points of Interest

      Eat, Drink & Shop

      • Restaurants
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      • Coffee Shops
      • Shopping
      Parks, Trails & Hiking Tours

      Parks & Trails

      • Hiking Trails
      • Gardens & Arboretums

      Hiking Tours

      • Guided Hiking & Hiking Lodges
      • Guided Backcountry Adventures

      Hiking Trails by Town

      Southcentral & Interior

      • Anchorage Hiking Trails
      • Denali Hiking Trails
      • Seward Hiking Trails
      • Homer Hiking Trails
      • Girdwood Hiking Trails
      • Fairbanks Hiking Trails

      Southeast

      • Juneau Hiking Trails
      • Ketchikan Hiking Trails
      • Sitka Hiking Trails
      • Skagway Hiking Trails
      • Haines Hiking Trails
      Winter Tours & Activities

      Alaska Winter Tours & Activities

      • Northern Lights Tours
      • Winter Dog Mushing
      • Snowmobiling Tours
      • Ice Fishing
      • Fat Bike Tours & Rentals
      • Winter Sightseeing Tours
      • Winter Multi-Day Adventures
      • Ski Areas
      • Cross Country Skiing
      • Ice Skating

      Winter Vacation Advice

      • Alaska Winter Vacation Tips
      • What to Wear in Alaska in Winter
      • Best Northern Lights Viewing Spots Near Anchorage
      • How to Travel to Alaska in November
      • How to Travel to Alaska in December
      • How to Travel to Alaska in January and February
      • How to Travel to Alaska in March
      • Visiting Alaska in April
      Backcountry

      Backcountry

      • Guided Backcountry Adventures
      • Public Use Cabins
      • Alaska Float Trips
      • Alaska Fishing Spots
      • Sea Kayaking Trips In Alaska
      • Hiking Trails

      Backcountry Advice

      • Alaska Camping & Hiking Tips
      • Alaska Sea Kayaking Tips
      • Advice For Alaska Float Trips
      • Alaska Fishing Tips

      RV Parks & Campgrounds

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      Self Drive & Railbelt Towns

      • Anchorage
      • Fairbanks
      • Girdwood
      • Talkeetna
      • Kenai / Soldotna
      • Cooper Landing
      • Homer
      • Palmer / Wasilla Area

      National Parks

      • Denali National Park
      • Seward & Kenai Fjords
      • Wrangell St. Elias National Park
      • Lake Clark National Park
      • Katmai National Park
      • Glacier Bay National Park
      • Gates of the Arctic National Park
      • Kobuk Valley National Park

      Cruise Ports & Inside Passage

      • Juneau
      • Ketchikan
      • Skagway
      • Haines
      • Sitka
      • Whittier

      Off the Beaten Path

      • McCarthy / Kennicott
      • Glacier View
      • Valdez
      • Tok
      • Kodiak
      • Kotzebue
      • Port Protection
      Trip Ideas & Itineraries

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      Trip Ideas by Theme & Season

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  • Cruise & Land Packages
    • Independent Land Tours

      Driving Tours

      Rent a car and travel independently on a set itinerary, with lodging and tours booked in advance.

      Railroad Tours

      The Alaska Railroad is your transportation method. Travel on a set itinerary with lodging and tours booked in advance.

      Guided Land Tours

      Large Group Tours

      See Alaska's highlights by railroad or motorcoach in a group of up to 50

      Small Group Guided Journeys

      Travel in small groups, stay at exclusive wilderness lodges, and spend more time outdoors

      Wilderness Lodge Vacations

      All-inclusive multi-day vacation packages at a remote wilderness lodge

      Photography Tours

      Travel with a professional photographer to the best photo locations around the state

      Guided Backcountry Adventure Tours

      Trips range from backpacking, rafting, to upscale remote lodge retreats

      Land Tour Tips

      Getting Started

      • Best Time to Visit Alaska
      • How to Plan & Book
      • How Many Days You Need
      • Must See In Alaska

      Land Tour Tips

      • Escorted or Independent?
      • Booking Your Land Tour
      • Best Alaska Excursions
      • Nine Trip Planning Pitfalls to Avoid
      • Why to Honeymoon in Alaska
      • The Best Large Family & Group Vacations in Alaska

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      Small Ship Cruises

      Small Ship Cruises

      Inside Passage (UnCruise Adventures)

      Cruises depart Juneau or Sitka. Boutique, small ship adventure cruises in Alaska's Inside Passage

      Prince William Sound (Discovery Voyages)

      Cruises depart from Whittier, a 1 hr drive from Anchorage. 2-5 day small ship explorations

      Sailing & Private Yacht Cruises

      The most intimate multi-day cruise option. Book entire boat for your family or group, or opt to bunk with other guests. Trips available from Whittier, Homer, Seward, Juneau, and Sitka.

      Large Ship

      Alaska Large Ship Cruises

      The classic Alaska Cruise, offered by such companies as Holland America, Princess, and Royal Caribbean. Choose a round-trip Inside passage or one-way Gulf of Alaska Cruise.

      Cruise Tips

      Getting Started

      • Best Time To Cruise Alaska
      • What Size Ship?
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      • Cruise or Land Tour First?
      • Cruise Only or Cruisetour?

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      • Choosing Your Cabin or Stateroom
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      • How to Get from Anchorage to Your Cruise Port in Whittier or Seward (or the reverse!)
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      Alaska Railroad

      Travel South from Anchorage

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      Ferry

      • Alaska Marine Highway Overview
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      Traveling Between...

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      Alaska Road Guides

      Alaska Road Guides

      • Anchorage to Denali National Park Driving Map
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      • Anchorage to Talkeetna Driving Map
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      • Anchorage to McCarthy-Kennicott
      • Anchorage to Valdez Driving Map

      Scenic Day Drives

      • Turnagain Arm Drive
      • Matanuska Glacier Scenic Drive
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      • Glenn Highway
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  • Where to Stay
    • Lodging by Type

      Lodging by Type

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      • Delta Junction
      • Copper Center
      • Palmer / Wasilla
      • Kenai / Soldotna

      Southeast (Inside Passage)

      • Juneau
      • Skagway
      • Sitka
      • Ketchikan

      National Parks

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      • Gates of the Arctic National Park
      • Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
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