Jewels of Alaska - Small Group
Jewels of Alaska - Small Group
Jewels of Alaska - Small Group
7 Days Starting and ending in Anchorage, USA
Visiting: Anchorage, Matanuska Valley, Talkeetna, Denali National Park, Alyeska, Girdwood, Prince William Sound, Whittier, College Fjord
Tour operator:
Tour code:
SAJAKN19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
12 - 24
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
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Tour Overview
Explore the wild and wonderful Alaskan wilderness during this 1-week guided tour. Begin your adventure in Anchorage with a sweet treat: Taste agutak — Inuit Ice Cream — after an exclusive demonstration by Alaska's Indigenous people at the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Board a jet boat for a tour along the Chulitna River to a trapper’s cabin, where you will learn about the lifestyle of hunting and trapping in the state. Ride along the world-famous, glass-domed Alaskan Railroad toward Denali National Park, where the country’s tallest peak, Mount McKinley, will greet you. Meet the champion dog team of a four-time Iditarod winner and allow him to regale you with tales of the 1,049-mile dogsled race over lunch at his home. From Whittier, take a 100-mile boat tour of Prince William Sound and the see the glaciers of College Fjord.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Anchorage, The City Of Lights And Flowers
Location: Anchorage
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Marriott Anchorage Downtown
Meals Included: Dinner with Wine
Welcome to Alaska, an adventurous land of wildlife, mountains, national parks and glaciers. Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Dinner.
Day 2: Anchorage Sightseeing And The Matanuska Valley
Location: Anchorage, Matanuska Valley
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Get acquainted with Anchorage with on an immersive city tour. During a visit to the renowned Alaska Native Heritage Center, join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you enjoy an exclusive presentation on Agutak (Eskimo ice cream) while learning how it's made by Alaska's first people. Learn how this culinary treat establishes a link to the past, inspires a sense of pride and spurs a dialogue on a culture's remarkable ability to survive. This afternoon, travel through the fertile Matanuska Valley and stop at a local farm to see how the long summer days and glacial silt create the perfect environment for growing vegetables and flowers. Depart Anchorage for the quaint community of Talkeetna, nestled at the base of Mount Denali, North America's tallest peak. The evening is yours at leisure, feel free to ask your Travel Director for suggestions on the best spots to grab a bite.
Day 3: Talkeetna Sightseeing
Location: Talkeetna
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, enjoy an immersive jet boat tour up the Chulitna River and make a visit to a trapper's cabin. Learn about the fascinating lifestyle of hunting and trapping in Interior Alaska.The rest of the day is yours to explore, perhaps discovering more of Talkeetna or joining an optional experience such as a flightseeing tour of the Alaska Range, or a dryland dog sledding ride.
Day 4: Journey Along The Alaskan Railroad Relaxed Start
Location: Denali National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Grande Denali Lodge
Meals Included: Dinner
Enjoy a Relaxed Start this morning before boarding the world-famous Alaska Railroad train for a spectacular journey over swift-rushing streams, toward Denali National Park and Preserve. View the majestic surroundings from the comfort of your glass-domed rail car. Later, meet a local climber who will share stories about what it's like to a climb up one of the most daunting and tallest land-based mountains in the world, Denali. A trek that begins deep in the heart of the Alaskan Range and where conditions only get tougher further into the journey, forcing climbers to build snow walls for protection from the harsh elements. The climb which takes approximately 17-18 days round trip, takes incredible physical and mental fortitude. For tonight's dinner with wine, the choice is yours between a charming local brewery or the lodge's rustic restaurant during your Dine-Around evening.
Day 5: Denali National Park, The Crown Jewel Of The Alaskan Wilderness Relaxed Start
Location: Denali National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Grande Denali Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Embark on an extensive Denali Natural History Tour during which you’ll learn about the Alaskan natives who once lived in the park and the first ascent of Denali, North America’s highest peak. You’ll have the whole afternoon free to participate in an array of optional activities. This magnificent land is nature at its most pure yet has something to offer all. From a blissful stroll through one of the meadows, to a rewarding hike, this Park is for everyone. You will also find that to be true with the exciting optional experiences which include a rafting trip down the Nenana River, (waiver required) to a helicopter flightseeing tour - just don't forget your camera! End the day back at your lodge where you'll enjoy panoramic views of your surroundings under the star filled night.
Day 6: Girdwood And Mount Alyeska
Location: Denali National Park, Alyeska, Girdwood
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Hotel Alyeska
Meals Included: Dinner
Enjoy a scenic journey along the George Parks Highway. Stop in Big Lake, AK and visit four-time Iditarod winner Martin Buser at his own home. Arriving at the kennel, you will be greeted by between thirty and sixty excited sled dogs. Spend time with Martin and learn about the many challenges faced on the 1,049-mile dogsled race. Take a virtual trip along the Iditarod trail alongside Martin's narration including countless stories from his thirty-five years of racing, as well as a great deal of Iditarod history. A true insider experience into the world of the Iditarod, that very few get to experience. Journey on the Seward Highway along Turnagain Arm with its dramatic views, before arriving in the town of Girdwood, home of the Alyeska Resort.In the evening, join your Travel Director for a wonderful Celebration Dinner, complete with wine and good cheer.
Day 7: Prince William Sound Cruise And Depart Anchorage Relaxed Start
Location: Prince William Sound, Whittier, Anchorage, College Fjord
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Take this morning to enjoy the surroundings and amenities at the beautiful Alyeska resort. Travel to Whittier to board the 26 Glacier Cruise for a 100-mile (160-kilometre) boat tour of Prince William Sound and into the College Fjord with the chance to see the glaciers up close. Visit with the Captain in the wheelhouse to learn how he expertly navigates the icy waterways and sit down to a sumptuous lunch against an incredible backdrop.For those saying farewell today, travel back to Anchorage where you will arrive at the Anchorage Airport at approximately 20:00.
What's Included
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Meals
As per detailed in itinerary
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Your complimentary, private transfer takes you to your local departure airport. and On arrival at your home airport, your driver will greet and escort you to your waiting car for your private transfer home.
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Fully Guided
Yes. An experience Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local speciality representing the destination.
What's Not Included
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International Airfare
Flights to and from the start and end points of the tour are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is highly recommended but not included.
Please arrange for coverage before your trip. -
Optional Activities
Any optional activities mentioned are not included in the tour price and may incur additional costs.
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Personal Expenses
Items of a personal nature, including souvenirs, laundry, and additional drinks and meals not mentioned in the inclusions, are not covered.
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Visa Fees
Any applicable visa fees for entry into the USA are not included.
Mode of Transport
Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
Accommodation
Stay at the Marriott Anchorage Downtown, Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, Grande Denali Lodge, and The Hotel Alyeska.
Check out our Q&As
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What are the highlights of the Jewels of Alaska - Small Group tour?
Highlights of the Jewels of Alaska - Small Group tour include 3 Dinners with Wine, 6 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, Insight Flourishes of local specialties, baggage handling to your hotel room, included hotel and restaurant tips, a highly-skilled Travel Director, personal radio headsets for tours, complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi, a choice of dining in Denali National Park, a Welcome Dinner in Anchorage, a Celebration Dinner in Girdwood, an Agutak making demonstration at the Alaska Native Heritage Center, a visit to a local farm in the Matanuska Valley, a Denali Natural History Tour, meeting with four-time Iditarod winner Martin Buser, culinary experiences in Anchorage, a jet Boat Tour up the Chulitna River, meeting a local climber in Denali, a journey on the Alaska Railroad, luxury coach travel, a 26 Glacier Cruise in Prince William Sound, and enhanced hygiene protocols.
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What activities are included?
Activities included in the Jewels of Alaska - Small Group tour are a Denali Natural History Tour, meeting with four-time Iditarod winner Martin Buser, a jet Boat Tour up the Chulitna River, a visit to a local farm in the Matanuska Valley, an Agutak making demonstration at the Alaska Native Heritage Center, a 26 Glacier Cruise in Prince William Sound, and various dining experiences.
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Are meals included in the tour?
Yes, meals included in the Jewels of Alaska - Small Group tour are 3 Dinners with Wine, 6 Breakfasts, and 2 Lunches.
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What type of accommodations can I expect on this tour?
Accommodations on the Jewels of Alaska - Small Group tour include stays at the Marriott Anchorage Downtown, Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, Grande Denali Lodge, and The Hotel Alyeska.
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What countries does this tour visit?
The Jewels of Alaska - Small Group tour visits the USA.
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What kind of transportation will be used?
Transportation on the Jewels of Alaska - Small Group tour includes the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on these coaches.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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