Alaska –
Taming the Last Frontier Fairbanks,
Denali National Park and Kenai Peninsula
Daily
Itinerary Fairbanks
Day
One
Arrive
at Fairbanks International Airport Welcome
to The Last Frontier! Upon arrival, an Adventures by Disney representative
escorts you to your transfer vehicle. Relax as the driver assists with your
luggage and shuttles you to cozy Sophie Station Hotel. Sophie Station Hotel Settle
in and relax as your Adventure Guides check you into your spacious suite at
this tranquil, full-service hotel. On Your Own in Fairbanks Explore the
Golden Heart City of Fairbanks where the midnight sun smolders on the summer
horizon. Stroll the friendly streets or make your way to the wildlife sanctuary
minutes away from the hotel and keep an eye out for various Alaskan birds
soaring overhead. Ask your Adventure Guides for suggestions as you take the
remainder of the day to explore Fairbanks on your own. Meals Included: None
Denali
Day
Two
Breakfast
and Orientation Meet your fellow
frontier adventurers during an exclusive breakfast and then enjoy an
entertaining orientation at the hotel with your Adventure Guides. Trans-Alaska
Pipeline Viewing Feast your eyes on an engineering marvel as you view the
Trans-Alaska Pipeline_one of the largest pipeline
systems in the world. It's a great time to spot a wandering caribou or a
meandering moose. Iditarod Experience and Lunch As you blaze through the
great frontier of Alaska, cool your tracks at Trail Breaker Kennels. Go behind
the scenes for an interactive look at the history of the world's foremost sled
race. Learn the story of the late, legendary musher Susan Butcher, four-time
winner of the Iditarod. Then meet racing dogs and the season's litter of eager
puppies. Afterwards, join your fellow adventurers for a buffet-style lunch with
delicious desserts. Depart for Denali After all the puppy love, enjoy a relaxing coach ride to the lush green
landscape of Denali National Park and Reserve. Life in Denali at Otto Lake Meet
local Alaskans at a campfire reception next to the shimmering shores of Otto
Lake. Grab a snack and some hot chocolate near the campfire, as stories of life
in Alaska are shared by those who live it. Check Into the Grande Denali
Lodge Unwind as your Adventure Guides check you into the Grande Denali
Lodge. Marvel at its stunning view of the valley and surrounding mountains
through the lobby's floor-to-ceiling glass walls. Welcome Dinner at Denali
Education Center Connect with your fellow travelers for your first dinner
together. Cap off your first full day of adventure with northern wilderness
tales from an Alaskan storyteller. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Denali
Day
Three
Denali
Wilderness Safari Jet Boat Excursion After
breakfast at the lodge, board a vessel for an exhilarating scenic cruise along
the glacier-fed Nenana River. See "bush
Alaska" as you visit a remote trapper's camp and try your hand at panning
for gold. Your jet boat guides reveal the story of life as a trapper in
Alaska's vast wilderness. Picnic Lunch in Denali Settle in for an
outdoor picnic with your fellow travelers. The beauty of Denali National Park
surrounds you as you pause for a bite before your next great adventure. Denali
Exploration Hike Embark on a guided, 1.5-hour hike with the staff of the Murie Science and Learning Center. Stop along the way and do your own field research, as you learn how to track the
elusive wolf with radio telemetry. Your guides will show you how! On Your
Own in Denali After your interactive hike, take some time to see Denali
National Park on your own. Keep your eyes peeled for a variety of wildlife,
including roaming Dall sheep and soaring golden
eagles. Hike through novice or expert trails, or take the rest of the day to
relax back at the lodge, enjoying spectacular panoramic views of the landscape.
Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch
Anchorage
Day
Four
Depart
Denali Have breakfast at the hotel, then delight in views of picturesque mountains and natural
beauty as you take a 4.5-hour scenic drive to the historic city of Anchorage. Lunch
at Sourdough Mining Company Warm Alaskan hospitality greets you as you
enter the doors of this Anchorage dining favorite. Delight in a variety of menu
selections, including fresh Alaskan seafood, barbecued specialties, and the
famous homemade korn fritters with whipped honey
butter. Visit Alaska Wildberry Products Hit
your sweet spot at Anchorage's own candy factory. Gaze at the chocolate
waterfall and indulge in candy made with local berries. Stop by the quaint
Alaskan-themed area full of quaint shops and an outdoor area where you can see
local animals. Dinner at Hotel Alyeska After
your sugar rush, board the coach for a stunning drive along Turnagain
Arm as you travel to the grand Hotel Alyeska in
Girdwood. A buffet-style dinner is served to adults in the Pond Cafe, while
kids set off for a special Junior Adventurer's meal. Junior Adventurer
Activity Night After a private dinner at the hotel, Junior Adventurers head
outside to the Pond Courtyard for an active night full of entertainment with
the Adventure Guides. Kids will learn to spin an Eskimo yo-yo, play soccer or
join any one of the other lively games planned for the evening. Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Anchorage
Day
Five
Kenai
Fjords Cruise Following breakfast at
the hotel, get your sea legs ready for an unforgettable day of adventure as you
cruise through the breathtaking Kenai Fjords National Park. Get an up-close
view of the dramatic fjords and the tidewater glaciers that tower over the
water. Keep your binoculars at hand to catch popular wildlife throughout the
park, including sea lions, sea otters, porpoises, puffins, and a variety of
whales. Savor a boxed lunch during this scenic cruise. Alaska SeaLife Center Visit Maintaining the integrity of the
great North's marine ecosystem is the mission of the Alaska SeaLife
Center. Head to the touch tanks for a hands-on experience
with amazing, colorful creatures that inhabit Alaska's tidal zones, and observe
a mysterious Giant Pacific Octopus. Then visit the aviary to meet some
of the resident puffins before you take time to explore the Center on your own.
"Underwater" Pizza Party Ever had
dinner with a sea lion? We promise you won't have to share a morsel. Take a
seat for a one-of-a-kind pizza party in the underwater-viewing area. Watch
puffins, seals and sea lions dance through the arctic water while you fashion
your own puffin out of clay to take home. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and
Dinner
Anchorage
Day
Six
Alaska
Wildlife Conservation Center Visit Surrounded
by mountains and hanging glaciers, the Center is the perfect setting to see
firsthand the conservation efforts taking place in Alaska. After exploring the
Center with a naturalist and getting up close and personal with bears, moose
and bison, learn how they have been rescued and rehabilitated. Get a good seat
when one of the Center's rescued family members makes an exclusive appearance. Salmon
Bake Lunch Sit down for a mouth-watering salmon bake outside the hotel,
where the surrounding Chugach Mountains frame your view. On Your Own in
Girdwood The afternoon is yours as you explore the year-round resort
community of Girdwood. Explore the trails around your hotel for a refreshing
nature walk. Or take a shuttle into town. Charming shops and friendly folks are
just a few of the things you'll come across as you leisurely stroll
the streets of this historic gold-mining town. Ask your Adventure Guides for
dining ideas. Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch
Anchorage
Day
Seven
Alaska
Railroad Journey Rise and shine for
breakfast at the hotel before you board the iconic Alaska Railroad for a
2.5-hour scenic ride to
Spencer Glacier. Wide windows deliver the ideal view as
you explore America's Last Frontier by train. Picnic Lunch at Placer River Take
a lunch break in the shadow of Spencer Glacier along the pristine Placer River
and enjoy a deli-style spread. Spencer Glacier Rafting Excursion After
lunch, pull on some rubber boots for a chance to take
in Alaska's natural beauty from a new perspective. Step into your raft and let
your professional guide steer you on a tranquil float among towering icebergs
and down the idyllic Placer River. Farewell Dinner at Alyeska
Resort As your Alaskan adventure comes to a close, join your travel friends
back at the resort for a farewell dinner. Get into the rhythm during a
performance of traditional dancers and drummers as Alaska's native heritage
comes to life before your eyes. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Anchorage
Day
Eight
Breakfast
and Transfer to Airport After your last breakfast in the Land of the Midnight Sun, board
pre-arranged transportation to the airport and bid each other farewell. Meal
included: Breakfast