Travel Itinerary
Day 1
Anchorage
Private transfer from airport to hotel
Sheraton Anchorage ★★★★ (3 nights)
Day 2
Anchorage city tour
Discover the different facets of Anchorage city through this private tour. Begin by visiting Earthquake Park and Point Woronzof, offering remnants of the 1964 earthquake and panoramic views of Anchorage in the Chugach mountains. Drive along Lake Hood, the world’s busiest seaplane base, and traverse the scenic Seward Highway to Beluga Point for wildlife spotting. Explore Potter Marsh, a part of the Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge, and head to Chugach State Park for sweeping views of the Anchorage « Bowl » and distant mountain ranges.
Lake Clark National Park Bear
Enjoy an hour and ten-minute stunning flightseeing journey via floatplane from Anchorage to Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, to join the tour. Upon your arrival, a knowledgeable bear-viewing guide will escort you by a covered pontoon boat to lakeside areas where bears feed on spawning wild Alaska salmon. Situated at the headwaters of Bristol Bay, Lake Clark National Park and Preserve is the epitome of the Alaska wilderness landscape.
Rest of the day at leisure to explore
Ride the Scenic Alyeska Aerial Tram or Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center on Turnagain Arm.
Glacier landing tour
Be ready for a 60-minute scenic flight culminating in a spectacular glacier landing where you will spend 15-20 minutes out of the helicopter exploring the glacier. The professional pilot will provide knowledgeable commentary during the journey. Enjoy a great view of the iconic Lake George Glacier, Whiteout Glacier, and Colony Glacier, and view blue melt-water pools in spring and summer.
Rest of the day at leisure
Visit Alaska Sea Life Center and walk around the small boat harbor.
Glacier & Wildlife cruise to Kenai Fjords
Discover the wonders of Kenai Fjords National Park on this captivating cruise with a naturalist who provides insightful commentary throughout. Departing from Seward, the triple-deck boat navigates 100 miles of stunning scenery. View the diverse wildlife, including otters, seals, seabirds, eagles, and possibly whales or orcas. Sail past Holgate Glacier and explore the rugged, lush coastline with moss-covered cliffs and nesting seabirds.
Rest of the day at leisure to explore Anchorage
Visit Native Heritage Center, the Anchorage Museum or The Alaska Zoo.
Talkeetna hiking tour
Explore Talkeetna’s best trail with a great naturalist guide. On this moderate three-mile hike, look for loons and kingfishers on the lakes and moose and bears in the woods. This lush old-growth forest is alive with songbirds, wildflowers, berries, and mushrooms. A local guide will tell you stories about wildlife encounters, life in Talkeetna, and how native people survived in this wild land.
Tundra wilderness tour
The Tundra Wilderness tour offers a wonderful and diverse experience for park visitors. Enjoy breathtaking scenery and the chance to spot local wildlife such as dall sheep, moose, caribou, wolves, and grizzly bears. On clear days, catch a breathtaking view of Denali from Stony Hill Overlook.