12 Night Denali Talkeetna Explorer - Southbound Cruisetour from Fairbanks
7 Night + 2 Nts Fairbanks + 2 Nts Denali + 1 Nt Talkeetna
Southbound: Fairbanks to Vancouver
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Tour # DTES 12 Night Denali Talkeetna Explorer - Southbound Cruisetour from Fairbanks
7 Night + 2 Nts Fairbanks + 2 Nts Denali + 1 Nt Talkeetna
Direction: Southbound from Fairbanks to Vancouver
Land Segment of Itinerary
Wednesday - Aug 13, 2025
Day 1
Fairbanks, United States
Welcome to Fairbanks. Whether you're exploring the "Golden Heart City" or the wonderful amenities your hotel has to offer, get ready for an unforgettable journey in the days ahead. Please note the standard hotel check-in time is 3 pm. Guests who arrive earlier may have to wait to occupy their rooms. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. The transfer from airport to hotel is included when arriving flight information is provided to Norwegian Cruise Line at least 10 days prior to tour start date. Transfer is offered only on the starting date of the tour. Guests who do not provide flight information within the guidelines forfeit this service. Unused transfers are non-refundable. Overnight: Fairbanks ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Thursday - Aug 14, 2025
Day 2
Fairbanks, United States
Your Norwegian Cruise Line tour director will greet you at your hotel this morning. After the orientation, enjoy a ride on the Riverboat Discovery, a three-hour journey that will take you into the heart of Alaska. Operated by a family who has made the Alaskan rivers home for five generations, you'll witness a bush pilot take off and land beside the boat and hear stories of flying into remote Alaska firsthand. Halfway through the experience, you'll be immersed in frontier living with a guided walking tour of a re-created Athabascan Indian village. See cabins made of spruce longs, along with other indigenous dwellings that have allowed the strong Athabascan people to survive for thousands of years in this harsh environment. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy a city tour of Fairbanks in a deluxe motorcoach. The tour includes a stop at the Trans-Alaska Oil Pipeline and gives you a great overview of the Fairbanks community. Open evening to explore Fairbanks or take an optional tour. Overnight: Fairbanks ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Friday - Aug 15, 2025
Day 3
Fairbanks, United States
Alaska Railroad Train Travel , United States
Denali National Park, United States
This morning, enjoy travelling along the rails of the Alaska Railroad to Denali National Park with 360-degree views from your dome rail car seats. As you travel through the high tundra plateau into the gorgeous scenery of the Healy Canyon, be watchful for wildlife during your rail journey. Full bar and meal service are available for purchase during your rail journey. Overnight: Denali ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Saturday - Aug 16, 2025
Day 4
Denali National Park, United States
More than just the mountain, Denali National Park is six million acres of wild land. This afternoon, your Tundra Wilderness Tour will take you into this pristine region of Alaska on the only road into and out of the park. Along the way, enjoy a fully narrated ride learning about the flora and fauna of the area while looking out for the wild animals that roam freely and call this park home. While in this beautiful area, set aside time to experience the solitude and tranquility that vast wilderness can provide. During your included Tundra Wilderness Tour, you will travel into Denali National Park, enjoying the incredible scenery and some of the best opportunities to see wildlife in its natural setting. A light snack is included on the tour. The remaining part of the day is open for optional activities. Overnight: Denali ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Sunday - Aug 17, 2025
Day 5
Denali National Park, United States
Bus Travel
Talkeetna, United States
Today's itinerary includes the morning kennel tour. Learn about the Alaska state sport of dog mushing with an included stop at a local Iditarod sled dog kennel. You'll be amazed to learn about this fascinating sport, the musher, the dogs, and even get to hold a future champion puppy in your arms. After this authentic visit, we won't be surprised if you are ready to run "The Last Great Race" yourself. Late morning, continue south by motorcoach and explore the unique town of Talkeetna. Open afternoon and evening for optional activities in Talkeetna. Overnight in one of the finest lodges in Alaska, the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge with great views of Mt. Denali (weather permitting). Overnight: Talkeetna ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Monday - Aug 18, 2025
Day 6
Talkeetna, United States
Bus Travel
Anchorage, United States
Bus Travel
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, United States
Bus Travel
Cruise Segment of Itinerary
Day 6 - Monday - Aug 18, 2025
Day 6
Cruise Begins
This morning, you'll head south to Whittier. Stop in Anchorage for a brief Anchorage City Tour before continuing this afternoon along Turnagain Arm. Make a stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to view large animals found throughout Alaska. You'll get up-close to moose, bears, musk ox, and other indigenous animals of the region. Taking in orphaned animals of the region and providing quality animal care year-round, the conservation center is dedicated to the protection and preservation of Alaska's wildlife. Animals that cannot be released back into the wild are given permanent home at the Center. Continue via motorcoach to Whittier to board Norwegian Jade for your 7-day Alaska cruise. ... Read More
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