Day 1 - Friday - Jul 7, 2023
Alaska's "Golden Heart City" of Fairbanks is a great introduction to the heart of this unique state. Check into your hotel and get ready for the beginning of your adventure.
Day 2 - Saturday - Jul 8, 2023
| Gold Dredge No 8, United States |
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This morning, take a Gold Dredge No.8 tour with the chance to pan for your own gold. Enjoy a miner's lunch before taking a cruise on an authentic Sternwheeler Riverboat down the Chena River. The evening is at leisure in Fairbanks.
Day 3 - Sunday - Jul 9, 2023
| Denali National Park, United States |
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This morning, say goodbye to Fairbanks for the spectacular trip to Denali National Park via rail. You'll be welcomed at the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge for a two-night retreat. Check in with the Guest Service Desk for help in planning your own Denali adventure like a husky homestead tour, river rafting, glacier flightseeing, or an off-road ATV adventure. Or, you may enjoy the spectacular main lodge, river view deck, and Princess Village with the popular Christmas cottage and sugar shack. Be sure to check out Fannie Q's Saloon, named after a famed local homesteader.
Day 4 - Monday - Jul 10, 2023
| Denali National Park, United States |
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Start your morning with a quick stop at Fannie Q's Saloon for a hearty buffet breakfast. Explore Denali National Park on a Natural History Tour, watching for glimpses of Denali as well as Denali's "Big Five": bears, moose, caribou, wolves, and Dall sheep. Later today, you may want to simply relax with a glass of wine on the deck overlooking the Nenana River. Visit the Grizzly Burger to indulge in the Ernesto Burger, or grab a slice at Lynx Creek Pizza.
Day 5 - Tuesday - Jul 11, 2023
| Denali National Park, United States |
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| Cruising the Copper River, United States |
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Sightsee by motorcoach along the Denali Highway to the Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge for two nights. Here you'll settle in with views of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park.
Day 6 - Wednesday - Jul 12, 2023
| Cruising the Copper River, United States |
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A full day at the Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge means you'll have ample time to both relax and explore. The nature trails around the grounds are a pleasant way to get a sense of the place and Princess staff can help you choose from a generous offering of outdoor activities.
Day 7 - Thursday - Jul 13, 2023
| Cruising the Copper River, United States |
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| Kenai Fjords National Park |
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Next, you'll head by motorcoach across the stunning Kenai peninsula to Cooper Landing and the Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge.
Day 8 - Friday - Jul 14, 2023
| Kenai Fjords National Park |
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A full day in the beauty of the Kenai Peninsula awaits you. Perhaps you'll explore Kenai Fjords National Park, spend the afternoon river rafting, or go fishing. Later, return to your bungalow-style room with its wood-burning stove and sun porch for an evening of pure relaxation.
Day 9 - Saturday - Jul 15, 2023
| Kenai Fjords National Park |
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Relax this morning before boarding a motorcoach to Whittier and your awaiting ship. Embark and sail this evening.
| Whittier, United States |
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Depart: 8:30 pm |
Day 10 - Sunday - Jul 16, 2023
| Cruising Hubbard Glacier, United States |
Arrive: 3:00 pm |
Depart: 8:00 pm |
Day 11 - Monday - Jul 17, 2023
| Glacier Bay, United States |
Arrive: 9:15 am |
Depart: 7:30 pm |
Day 12 - Tuesday - Jul 18, 2023
| Icy Strait Point, United States |
Arrive: 6:00 am |
Depart: 7:00 pm |
Day 13 - Wednesday - Jul 19, 2023
| Juneau, United States |
Arrive: 6:30 am |
Depart: 5:00 pm |
Day 14 - Thursday - Jul 20, 2023
| Ketchikan, United States |
Arrive: 10:00 am |
Depart: 6:00 pm |
Day 15 - Friday - Jul 21, 2023
Day 16 - Saturday - Jul 22, 2023
| Vancouver, Canada |
Arrive: 6:30 am |
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