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Kenai Fjords Cruise | Credit: Pursui
Denali National Park | Credit: Travel Alaska / Michael DeYoung
GoldStar Service Outdoor Platform | Credit: Glenn Aronwits
Kenai Fjords | Credit: Travel Alaska
Prince William Sound | Credit: State of Alaska | Chris McLennan

Spectacular Glaciers, Denali & Alaska Rail

Alaska | Tour Code: 15227

STARTS AND ENDS
Anchorage To
Fairbanks
TRAVEL PERIODS
May - September
TRAVEL STYLE
Rail Holiday Packages

Travel Alaska in style, combining iconic rail journeys, glacier cruises and wild frontier adventures.

Highlights

  • Travel in premium GoldStar Railcars on the Alaska Railroad, enjoying panoramic glass-dome views, hosted service and unforgettable scenery from Anchorage to Seward, Denali and Fairbanks

  • Sail deep into Prince William Sound for an up-close encounter with 26 named glaciers, hearing the ice crack and watching brilliant blue calving faces fall into the sea

  • Arrive in the heart of Denali National Park aboard the Denali Star, with time to soak up the dramatic scenery of North America’s highest peak region

  • Cruise through Resurrection Bay to towering tidewater glaciers, with opportunities to see whales, sea lions, puffins and eagles

  • Personalise your journey with a range of included Freedom of Choice experiences, from kayaking and wildlife cruises to scenic hikes, cultural tours and immersive city experiences in Seward, Anchorage and Denali


Entire Bonus

  • This holiday package is carefully designed by our team to give you complete Peace of Mind, with access to trusted local partners and expert support at your destination.


Overview

Journey deep into Alaska’s wild heart on an unforgettable rail and wilderness adventure. Travel in GoldStar luxury aboard the Alaska Railroad, tracing dramatic coastlines, glacier-filled fjords and vast mountain ranges from Anchorage to Seward, Denali and Fairbanks. Cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park, where towering tidewater glaciers and abundant marine wildlife steal the spotlight, then venture into Prince William Sound to witness an extraordinary collection of glaciers up close. Along the way, enjoy the freedom to personalise your experience with a choice of immersive adventures, from kayaking and wildlife encounters to flightseeing and scenic hikes. Conclude in the legendary landscapes of Denali National Park, where untamed wilderness, iconic scenery and unforgettable moments define this remarkable Alaskan journey.

Inclusions

  • Alaska Railroad GoldStar from Anchorage to Seward
  • Alaska Railroad Glacier Discovery Train from Whittier to Anchorage
  • Alaska Railroad GoldStar from Anchorage to Denali
  • Alaska Railroad GoldStar from Denali to Fairbanks
  • 2 nights in Anchorage at Hilton Anchorage Hotel
  • 2 nights in Seward at Seward Windsong Lodge
  • 2 nights in Denali at Denali Cabins
  • Kenai Fjord National Park Cruise with deli-style lunch
  • Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Cruise with lunch onboard
  • Private transfer from Seward to Whittler
  • Meals as per itinerary

Itinerary

The Alaska Railroad’s premium class of service offers passengers an exceptional way to travel across Alaska. Glass-dome ceilings allow for panoramic views as Alaska unfolds along the tracks, and an outdoor, upper-level viewing platform - the only one of its kind in the world - offers fresh air and an excellent vantage point for photos.

Onboard Alaska Railroad - GoldStar Service
GoldStar Service | Credit: Alaska Railroad / Glenn Aronwits

Board the Coastal Classic Train in the GoldStar Railcar for a breathtaking journey to Seward. This scenic trip follows the coastline of Cook Inlet and winds into the glacier-filled Chugach Mountains. On arrival in Seward, transfer by shuttle to the small boat harbour for a six-hour cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park. The park is renowned for its abundant wildlife, alpine and tidewater glaciers, and spectacular scenery. As you cruise through Resurrection Bay, keep an eye out for Steller sea lions, seals, puffins, eagles and whales. Cruise past the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, home to a wide variety of birdlife, on your way to either Holgate or Aialik Glacier. You’ll stop in front of the glacier to hear it moving and may even witness ice calving into the ocean. Lunch is included onboard.

Overnight in Seward at Seward Windsong Lodge

Breakfast,Lunch
Alaska Railroad: Anchorage → Seward
Kenai Fjords Cruise | Credit: Pursuit

Today you can personalise your day by choosing one of these excursions.

Overnight in Seward at Seward Windsong Lodge

Freedom of Choice Options

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Seward
Exit Glacier | Credit: State of Alaska / Brian Adams

This morning, set off on a private transfer to Whittier. Along the way, experience the famous Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel, the longest one-lane highway tunnel in North America, shared with the Alaska Railroad. In Whittier, board the 26 Glaciers Cruise and journey deep into Prince William Sound, where you’ll see 26 named glaciers and many more unnamed. Get up close to these towering masses of ice, so near you can hear the glaciers move and admire their brilliant blue hues. Lunch is included onboard. Back in Whittier, board the Alaska Railroad’s Glacier Discovery train for the final leg of the journey to Anchorage.

Overnight in Anchorage at Hilton Anchorage Hotel

Lunch
Seward → Whittier → Alaska Railroad: Anchorage
Prince William Sound | Credit: Travel Alaska / Chris McLennan

Today you can personalise your day by choosing one of these excursions.

Overnight in Anchorage at Hilton Anchorage Hotel

Freedom of Choice Options

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Anchorage
Anchorage | Credit: Visit Anchorage

Early this morning, board the Denali Star, the Alaska Railroad’s flagship train, in the GoldStar Railcar with service to Denali National Park. Watch for views of Denali and keep an eye out for wildlife. Arrive mid-afternoon, then enjoy the rest of the day at leisure with the option to take part in an optional activity.

Overnight in Denali at Denali Cabins

Breakfast,Lunch
Alaska Railroad: Anchorage → Denali
Denali National Park | Credit: Travel Alaska / Michael De Young

Today you can personalise your day by choosing one of these excursions.

Overnight in Denali at Denali Cabins

Freedom of Choice Options

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Denali
Denali Mountain | Credit: State of Alaska / Michael DeYoung

This morning is at leisure to enjoy optional activities such as whitewater rafting on the Nenana River, helicopter flightseeing over the park with a glacier landing, or guided hiking. By early afternoon, board the Alaska Railroad’s Denali Star in the GoldStar Railcar for the journey to Fairbanks. Relax and enjoy the late-afternoon scenery as you travel north, where your incredible Alaskan adventure comes to an end.

Dinner

Additional Information

OFFICIAL LANGUAGE
English
LOCAL CURRENCY
USD

FROM price reflects the lowest available price within the advertised travel period (e.g. April to October). Pricing varies depending on travel dates, availability and demand, and may not be available on all departures. Higher pricing applies during peak and shoulder periods. Final pricing is confirmed at the time of enquiry or booking. Please refer to Pricing & Price Conditions for full details, including inclusions, exclusions and other conditions.

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