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12 Night Denali Explorer Pretour and Land Tour

From Fairbanks to Seattle

Norwegian Encore

Norwegian Cruise Line
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 13979988
  • Departs: Sun, Jun 7, 2026
  • Returns: Sun, Jun 14, 2026
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    Inside $4,254
    Oceanview $4,854
    Balcony $5,354
    Suite $5,624
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    Itinerary Summary

    Tour Features and Highlights

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Jun 2, 2026
    Day
    1
    Fairbanks, United States
    • 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 that the standard hotel check-in time is 3:00 pm. Guests who arrive earlier may have to wait to occupy their rooms. 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. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Jun 3, 2026
    Day
    2
    Fairbanks, United States
    • Fairbanks, United States
    This morning, enjoy a three-hour cruise on the Riverboat Discovery. Operated by a family who has made the Alaskan rivers their 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 replica Athabascan Indian village. See cabins made of spruce logs, along with indigenous dwellings that have allowed the strong Athabascan people to survive for thousands of years in this harsh environment. Afterwards, board your deluxe motorcoach for a city tour of Fairbanks before stopping in historic downtown for lunch on your own. This tour includes a stop at the Trans-Alaska Pipeline and gives you a great overview of the Fairbanks community. Open afternoon and evening to explore Fairbanks or take an optional tour. Overnight: Fairbanks. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Jun 4, 2026
    Day
    3
    Fairbanks, United States
    • Fairbanks, United States
    • Bus Travel
    • Denali National Park, United States
    This morning, board your deluxe motorcoach to travel to Denali National Park. More than just a mountain, Denali National Park is six million acres of wild land. After lunch on your own, your 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 Denali Natural History Tour, travel into Denali National Park, enjoying the incredible scenery and learning about the history of the park. The remaining part of the day is open for optional activities. Overnight: Denali ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Jun 5, 2026
    Day
    4
    Denali National Park, United States
    • Denali National Park, United States
    • Bus Travel
    • Big Lake, United States
    • Bus Travel
    • Talkeetna, United States
    • Train Travel
    • Anchorage, United States
    Today's itinerary includes a 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 to the town of Talkeetna. Continue on your journey south while traveling along the rails of the world-famous Alaska Railroad from Talkeetna to Anchorage in a deluxe dome railcar. Full bar and meal service are available for purchase during your rail journey. Overnight: Anchorage. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Jun 6, 2026
    Day
    5
    Anchorage, United States
    • Anchorage, United States
    Open day in Anchorage to explore Alaska's largest city. Overnight in Anchorage.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Jun 7, 2026
    Day
    6
    Anchorage, United States
    • Anchorage, United States
    • Air Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 6 - Sunday - Jun 7, 2026
    Day
    6
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    Transfer to the Anchorage International Airport for your flight to Seattle to embark Norwegian Encore. Transfers in Anchorage as well as Seattle are included in the tour. Economy class flight from Anchorage to Seattle is included in the tour. Flight upgrades are not available.
    • Seattle, United States
    • Depart: 16:00:00
    Monday - Jun 8, 2026
    Day
    7
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Tuesday - Jun 9, 2026
    Day
    8
    Juneau, United States
    • Juneau, United States
    • Arrive: 14:30:00
    • Depart: 22:00:00
    Wednesday - Jun 10, 2026
    Day
    9
    Skagway, United States
    • Skagway, United States
    • Arrive: 06:30:00
    • Depart: 20:00:00
    Thursday - Jun 11, 2026
    Day
    10
    Glacier Bay, United States
    • Glacier Bay, United States
    Friday - Jun 12, 2026
    Day
    11
    • Ketchikan - Ward Cove, Alaska, United States
    • Arrive: 07:00:00
    • Depart: 13:15:00
    Saturday - Jun 13, 2026
    Day
    12
    Victoria, Canada
    • Victoria, Canada
    • Arrive: 20:00:00
    • Depart: 23:59:00
    Sunday - Jun 14, 2026
    Day
    13
    Seattle, United States
    • Seattle, United States
    • Arrive: 07:00:00


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