Experience all Alaska has to offer, from fjords to mountains.
Majestic glaciers, unique wildlife, and pristine views do justice to Alaska’s nickname as the Last Frontier. Learn about the history of famous traditions like the Iditarod, and experience the beauty of both Denali and the Kenai Fjords National Parks on this small group Wildlife Tour. In quaint villages, and in the untamed wilderness, picture-perfect landscapes will appear around every corner.
Your tour package includes
8 nights in handpicked hotels
8 breakfasts
2 lunches
2 dinners with beer or wine
7 sightseeing tours
Expert Tour Director & local guides
Private deluxe motor coach
1 train ride
Included highlights
Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge
Denali National Park
Palmer Visitor Information Center
Alaska Railroad train ride
Kenai Fjords National Park cruise
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Itinerary
Fairbanks, Alaska2 nights
Day 1: Arrival in Fairbanks
Welcome to Alaska! Settle in to your hotel this evening.
Day 2: Sightseeing tour of Fairbanks
Included meals: Breakfast, Welcome dinner
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Fairbanks this morning.
Enter the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center to view the exhibits dedicated to the culture and art of Alaskan Natives.
Pan for gold at Gold Daughters.
Walk through Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge with a naturalist guide.
Please note: The stops along the guided tour may vary based on season.
This evening, gather together and get to know your fellow travelers during tonight's welcome dinner.
We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.
This contemporary hotel is located in the heart of downtown. Guests enjoy a restaurant, a pool, and a fitness center. Nearby you’ll find the Golden Heart Plaza, the Chena River, and the Fairbanks Ice Museum.
Denali Park Village Resort
This lodge style hotel is located on the banks of the Nenana River outside of Denali National Park. Guests enjoy several dining options, an on-site coffee house, beautiful views of the area, and guided hikes.
Clarion Suites Downtown
This comfortable hotel is located right in the heart of downtown Anchorage. Guests enjoy the on-site coffee house, spacious rooms, and free WiFi. Nearby you'll find the Anchorage Museum, the Centennial Rose Garden, and the...
Seward Gateway Hotel
This spacious hotel is located in the heart of Seward. Guests enjoy the sun terrace, comfortable rooms, and beautiful views of the harbor and surrounding mountains. Nearby you'll find the Alaska Sea Life Center, Iditarod Mile...
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U.S. citizens need valid government-issued identification for air travel within the United States. If you plan to use a state-issued ID or driver's license on or after May 7, 2025, it will need to meet Real ID requirements. Real ID compliant versions of these IDs will have either a yellow or black star, white star inside a yellow or black circle, or a white star inside a bear in the top righthand corner. Please visit dhs.gov for more information.
In order to enter the United States, Canadian citizens need a valid passport with an expiration date extending at least six months beyond the date of reentry.
If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact each destination country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements.
You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements and searching the code ANP.
You will walk for at least 2.5 hours daily across mostly flat terrain, including paved roads and gravel paths, with few hills.
Travelers should be healthy enough to participate in all included walks without assistance. Adding excursions may increase the total amount of walking on your tour.
You should feel comfortable managing your own baggage at times, as well as getting in and out of trains and boats.
Go Ahead Tours and the Tour Director who accompanies your group are unable to provide special, individual mobility assistance to travelers on tour. The responsibility of the Tour Director is to ensure the group as a whole enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing, individualized assistance to any one traveler.
If you have any mobility concerns or physical restrictions, please contact our Customer Experience Team.
Round-trip flights booked through Go Ahead Tours arrive in Fairbanks, Alaska and depart from Anchorage, Alaska. A representative from Go Ahead Tours will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Please remain in the arrival lounge, as the representative might be escorting one of your fellow travelers to the bus at the time of your arrival.
Transfers to and from the airport at your destination are included for travelers who have purchased their flights through Go Ahead Tours.
A cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park and train ride from Anchorage to Seward are included in the price of your tour.
All other included transportation on this tour is by private motor coach.
Please note that our travelers are limited to one checked bag and one carry-on bag per person due to storage limitations on motor coaches and other transfers, which may include train connections or flights.
Contact your airline(s) for baggage size and weight restrictions for your flights, which may include on-tour flights in addition to your round-trip flights to and from tour. Please note that your included on-tour flights may have more restrictive baggage limits.
Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage or exceed baggage size and weight restrictions. Be advised that you are responsible for any baggage fees incurred on all flights.
Make sure you label your baggage and keep valuables, medication, and documents in your carry-on bag.
We recommend packing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that can be easily layered to accommodate varying temperatures, as well as a light jacket or rainwear.
A sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers is recommended for sightseeing.
You may want to pack dressier attire if you plan to visit a high-end restaurant or attend a special performance.
Be sure to check with your doctor or healthcare provider for the latest updates and personal travel requirements, or visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov.
If you have medication that you take daily, be sure you have enough for each day of the tour as well as any possible delays encountered.
During the summer months, take proper care with sun exposure and heat.
If you have dietary restrictions and/or food allergies please notify Go Ahead Tours at least 30 days prior to your departure by logging in to your account and updating your traveler info. To update this information closer to your departure date, please call our Customer Experience Team.
You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements and searching the code ANP.
With a large focus on fishing and hunting, Alaskan fare is known to be very fresh. Salmon and king crab are two of the most popular seafood dishes. Local meat specialties often reflect the type of game that is hunted in the area. This can include moose, caribou, and deer.
A variety of fresh berries grow all throughout Alaska. Some types include lingonberries, mossberries, and salmon berries. Enjoy these on their own, in a spread, or in desserts.
All of North America operates on 110-120 volts and uses Type A or B plugs with two flat pins or two flat pins and one round pin, respectively.
The majority of the hotels on this tour will have air conditioning.
Some of the hotels on this tour will provide hairdryers, irons, and other small appliances, but these amenities cannot be guaranteed for hotels in more remote locations.
Wi-Fi is available in most hotels, though some charges may apply.
There is no Wi-Fi on any of the motor coaches.
Please contact your mobile service provider for information on roaming charges.
Alaska is four hours behind Eastern Time (ET).
When it’s noon in New York, it’s 8am on tour.
You will use the U.S. dollar on this tour.
We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks as needed.
You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs on the international networks Cirrus and Plus, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees.
Inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans so that they won’t confuse your purchases for fraudulent charges.
Many banks and businesses now primarily accept debit and credit cards that work with the EMV chip system. If you do not already have at least one debit or credit card with a chip in it, we strongly recommend requesting one from your bank prior to your tour.
At the conclusion of your tour, it’s customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity in USD.
We recommend tipping $10USD to $12USD per person per day for your Tour Director and $7USD to $8USD per person per day for your driver.
If applicable, we also recommend $2USD per local guide.
Tips can only be paid in cash.
Most optional excursions will be available for purchase while you are on tour.
Your Tour Director will only accept cash (in USD only), Visa, or MasterCard as payment for excursions.
Please be advised that if you pay for an excursion by credit card while on tour, it may take up to three months for your card to be charged.
Some optional excursions may only be purchased in advance. See page four of your tour itinerary for more information.
As a solar Traveler for the first time I was nervous. It was well organized that I felt confident at each step. The tour Director (Sara) was absolutely Fabulous! Our Driver Comfort and Safety were of the utmost Concern ( Nathan). Thanks they made a Great Impression and Team...
Trip of a Lifetime
5 out of 5 stars
2nd-time traveler Diane, traveled in Aug 2024
Superb tour that covers many highlights of Alaska and its wonders.
Especially enjoyed the tour of Denali National Park, hiking to the Exit Glacier and the Kenai Fjords boat trip. Viewing the glaciers up close was nothing short of amazing!
Best trip of my life!!!
5 out of 5 stars
1st-time traveler Elizabeth, traveled in Jun 2024
What can I say….everything was amazing! The hotels and tour bus….clean and safe! Tour guide was knowledgeable with a good sense of humor! Even the bus driver gave some first hand info on the Northern Lights! Will be back with EF for another tour! This was the way to see Alaska!!...
Fun
5 out of 5 stars
1st-time traveler Pamela, traveled in May 2024
Thoroughly enjoyed the tour. The tour director, tour coordinator & bus driver were awesome. The sights were gorgeous, the restaurants were great, the hotels were nice, the wildlife unbelievable & & the tour group was amazing.
EF Go Ahead Tours
Hi Pamela, thank you for sharing your review with us! We're delighted to hear you that you experienced fantastic sights, excellent service,...
Great Experience!
5 out of 5 stars
8th-time traveler Michelle, traveled in May 2023
We looked this tour and will be booking it again to bring some of our friends with us! It is a nice balance of the interior & exterior of Alaska. We love the Alaska tours.
The Last Frontier
5 out of 5 stars
3rd-time traveler Debra, traveled in Aug 2023
Beautiful scenery, lots of wild animals, great group of travelers, a super tour guide, and an exceptional driver- what more could anyone ask for?