Day 1 - Wednesday - Jun 28, 2023
Alaska's "Golden Heart City" of Fairbanks is a great introduction to the heart of this unique state. Check in to the Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge and get ready for the beginning of your adventure. Meet your tour director and fellow traveling companions this evening.
Day 2 - Thursday - Jun 29, 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 hearty miner's lunch before taking a cruise on an authentic Sternwheeler Riverboat down the Chena River. The evening is at leisure in Fairbanks. (B,L,D)
Day 3 - Friday - Jun 30, 2023
Denali National Park, United States |
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This morning, you say goodbye to Fairbanks for the spectacular trip to Denali National Park via motorcoach. You'll be welcomed at the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge for a two-night retreat. Why not get to know the park with one of a variety of activities including a husky homestead tour, fly fishing, or a glacier landing via helicopter. Dinner tonight is at Fannie Q's Saloon, named after a local homesteader. (B, D)
Day 4 - Saturday - Jul 1, 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 Tundra Wilderness Tour, watching for glimpses of Denali as well as Denali's "Big Five": bears, moose, caribou, wolves, and Dall sheep. (B,L,D)
Day 5 - Sunday - Jul 2, 2023
Denali National Park, United States |
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Mount McKinley, United States |
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The journey by Princess Rail to Talkeetna is unforgettable. Once you've arrived there, transfer by motorcoach to the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge. After getting settled in, have a glass of wine out on the deck or sit and gaze at the majesty of "The Great One" from the lodge's treehouse, designed and built by Pete Nelson of Animal Planet's Treehouse Masters. (L, D)
Day 6 - Monday - Jul 3, 2023
Mount McKinley, United States |
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A full day at the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge means you'll have ample time to both relax and explore. Hear stories about climbing Denali in the Hudson Theater or roast a marshmallow at the fireside patio. The Princess staff can help you choose from a generous offering of outdoor activities. (B, D)
Day 7 - Tuesday - Jul 4, 2023
Mount McKinley, 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 charming Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge. (B, D)
Day 8 - Wednesday - Jul 5, 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. (B, D)
Day 9 - Thursday - Jul 6, 2023
Kenai Fjords National Park |
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Cruising the Copper River, United States |
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This morning, a spectacular motorcoach journey awaits. You'll travel along the Kenai Peninsula to Anchorage and onto Copper River. Our Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge welcomes you with incredible views of Mt. Drum, Mt. Wrangell, and Mt. Blackburn. (B, D)
Day 10 - Friday - Jul 7, 2023
Cruising the Copper River, United States |
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Enjoy a full day of leisure. Choose from many optional excursions that let you explore America's largest national park - Wrangell-St. Elias. (B, D)
Day 11 - Saturday - Jul 8, 2023
Cruising the Copper River, United States |
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Matanuska Glacier, Alaska |
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Board a motorcoach for the drive to Whittier. Stop in Palmer for lunch on your own and see Matanuska Glacier en route. (B)
Whittier, United States |
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Depart: 8:30 pm |
Day 12 - Sunday - Jul 9, 2023
Cruising Hubbard Glacier, United States |
Arrive: 3:00 pm |
Depart: 8:00 pm |
Day 13 - Monday - Jul 10, 2023
Glacier Bay, United States |
Arrive: 9:15 am |
Depart: 7:30 pm |
Day 14 - Tuesday - Jul 11, 2023
Skagway, United States |
Arrive: 5:30 am |
Depart: 8:45 pm |
Day 15 - Wednesday - Jul 12, 2023
Juneau, United States |
Arrive: 6:30 am |
Depart: 4:00 pm |
Day 16 - Thursday - Jul 13, 2023
Ketchikan, United States |
Arrive: 10:00 am |
Depart: 6:00 pm |
Day 17 - Friday - Jul 14, 2023
Day 18 - Saturday - Jul 15, 2023
Vancouver, Canada |
Arrive: 7:30 am |
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