Insight > Glorious Alaskan Adventure and Cruise - Veranda Cabin

Glorious Alaskan Adventure and Cruise - Veranda Cabin
17 Days starting from $5,335

Countries Visited:
United States

 

Length: 17 Days
Type: First Class Tour
Category: USA and Canada 2008
Operator: Insight
Tour Code: ALSB
   
 
About This Tour


Experience the diverse scenery of Alaska with two nights in Denali National Park, Girdwood and Anchorage. Maximise your enjoyment with cultural experiences, scenic drives, exciting activities and time to relax.
 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing Highlights
  • SPECIALS

Insight's First Class Services

  • Airport arrival & departure transfers on the first and last day of your tour
    Escorted by a professional Tour Director (Days 1-10)
  • Maximum group size of 40 people
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with extra legroom & restroom facilities
  • First Class and Tourist Class hotels (in remote areas) with all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • All the facilities aboard Princess Cruises’ Sapphire Princess*

Quality Dining

  • 9 Full Breakfasts, 2 Light Lunches, 1 Seafood Buffet Dinner
  • 2 Highlight Dinners in Homer and Anchorage plus a lively Highlight Dinner and show at Denali Dinner Theatre
  • 7 Full Breakfasts, 6 Lunches & 7 Dinners aboard the Sapphire Princess*

*Exclusive to 17-Day Coach & Cruise Tour

17 DAYS ~ ALASKA ~ BRITISH COLUMBIA

Tour Pace - Experience the diverse scenery of Alaska with two nights in Denali National Park, Girdwood and Anchorage. Maximise your enjoyment with the perfect balance between cultural experiences,scenic drives,exciting activities and time to relax, and enjoy your spectacular surroundings.

Fellow Passengers - Dynamic explorers will enjoy this feature-packed Alaskan Adventure. Wildlife and nature lovers will revel in the pristine wilderness. Meet and interact with locals to learn first-hand about Alaska’s unique history, culture and lifestyle.

DAY 1 – ARRIVE FAIRBANKS.
Welcome to Alaska! Take a complimentary transfer to your hotel. Your Tour Director is at the hotel this afternoon to greet you and answer your questions. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Hotel: Pikes Waterfront Lodge.

DAY 2 – FAIRBANKS – DENALI.
Enjoy a citytourofFairbanks,Alaska’s“Golden Heart” city. Takeacruise down the Chena and Tanana Rivers aboard the sternwheeler Riverboat Discovery III. See the Trans- Alaska Pipeline and learn about this engineering marvel. This afternoon head south to Denali National Park, a glaciated landscape graced with a multitude of birds and wildflowers in the summer. Tonight join your Tour Director for a Welcome Reception at the hotel. Then enjoy a rollicking musical comedy at the Denali DinnerTheatre that will have you clapping and singing!
Hotel: Grand Denali Lodge. (B,HD)

DAY 3 – DENALI EXCURSION.
Enjoy a leisurely morning before heading for the heart of Denali National Park on a Tundra Wilderness Tour, a fascinating adventure hosted by an interpretive guide and experienced naturalist. Be amazed at the awesome beauty that surrounds you while searching for grizzly bear, moose, caribou and sheep. (B,L)

DAY 4 – DENALI – TALKEETNA.
After a leisurely morning in Denali, step aboard your well-appointed railcar with confirmed seating in the upper-level, glass-dome cars. Relax and enjoy the world-class sceneryasyoutravelalongtheSusitnaRivertoTalkeetna.Weather-permitting, catch the best views of Mt. McKinley, the crowning jewel of North America’s peaks at 6,194 metres. On arrival in Talkeetna, take a stroll with your Tour Director through the heart of the township and learn about its rich history as the starting point for the expeditions up Mt. McKinley.
Hotel: Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge. (B)

DAY 5 – TALKEETNA – GIRDWOOD.
Cuddle the puppies at the award-winning Happy Trails Kennels.Meet four-time Iditarod Champion Martin Buser for an exclusive discussion on the struggles faced by man and dog along this 1,850 km trail. Later visit Hatcher Pass and Independence Mine, a working gold mine until World War II and now a State Historical Park (weather-permitting). Tonight enjoy a superb seafood buffet at your hotel.
Hotel: The Hotel Alyeska. (B,D)

DAY 6 – PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND CRUISE.
Travel to the small port of Whittier to spend the day cruising through the glacier-carved fjords, untamed wilderness and calm waters of Prince William Sound. View the tidewater glaciers of Barry Arm and discover the waterfalls and inlets of Esther Passage. Enjoy a delicious lunch on board as you view the rich marine wildlife and learn about the natural history of the area. (B,L)

DAY 7 – GIRDWOOD – HOMER.
Enjoy spectacular views as you travel to the Russian Orthodox community of Kenai. Here you are taken on a historic walking tour through the OldTown,including the Russian Orthodox Church, Fort Kenay and Kenai Landing Historical Cannery where traditional fishing stories come alive! Continue to your hotel in Homer. Tonight travel by water taxi across Kachemak Bay to Otter Cove for an incredible dining experience on a private island. Hotel: Land’s End Resort. (B,HD)

DAY 8 – HOMER – ANCHORAGE.
Meet a local withenlightening tales of this quaint river community during breakfast in Anchor Point. Head north to Soldotna and visit the Homestead Museum for a chance to learn about the hardships of establishing this town in the 1940’s. Later stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and enjoy a private behind-the-scenes tour with a wildlife expert, a unique opportunity to see Alaskan wildlife in its natural habitat up close.
Hotel: Sheraton. (B)

DAY 9 – ANCHORAGE SIGHTSEEING.
Today enjoy an in-depth exploration of Anchorage. Start with a visit to the Alaska Native Heritage Center, a gathering place that celebrates Alaska native cultures. Hear a historical perspective of Alaska’s largest city, followed by a demonstration of traditional Alaska native dances. At the Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum, listen to a bush pilot’s stories of flying into Alaska’s back country! End the day with an exclusive culinary demonstration of a popular Alaskan recipe, followed by a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,HD)

DAY 10 – ANCHORAGE – DEPARTURE OR ALASKA CRUISE.
Today you are transferred to the port of Whittier to board Princess Cruises’ Sapphire Princess for an unforgettable Voyage of the Glaciers cruise. (D)

DAY 11 – COLLEGE FJORD SCENIC CRUISING.
At College Fjord, an inlet rimmed by icy crags, you sail past glacier after ghostly glacier. The first serious explorers here were financed by a group of Ivy League colleges, hence the name. (B,L,D)

DAY 12 – GLACIER BAY SCENIC CRUISING.
Cruise quietly, watching as giant pinnacles of ice crack off the face of the glacier and float off as icebergs. (B,L,D)

DAY 13 – SKAGWAY.
When gold was discovered in the Klondike, the settlement of Skagway grew overnight from one cabin into a city of 20,000. The prospectors finally left, but the false-front buildings and boardwalks remain. Savour the history at the Red Onion Saloon or at the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. (B,L,D)

DAY 14 – JUNEAU.
Accessible only by sea or air,Alaska’s modern capital city maintains the trappings of its 1880’s gold-rush era. Discover the Capitol building, historic district and the infamous Red Dog Saloon. Nearby is Mendenhall Glacier, a massive river of blue ice. (B,L,D)

DAY 15 – KETCHIKAN.
Built on an island along the watery Inside Passage of the southern end of Alaska, Ketchikan exudes a frontier spirit. It is known for its totem poles, dramatically carved by native artists.Visit the quaint houses and shops on historic Creek Street, built on stilts along a stream. (B,L,D)

DAY 16 – INSIDE PASSAGE SCENIC CRUISING.
A day at sea is an opportunity to kick back, relax and enjoy the many amenities of the ship. (B,L,D)

DAY 17 – DISEMBARK VANCOUVER – DEPARTURE.
On arrival in Vancouver, guests are transferred to Vancouver International Airport or the Insight hotel in Vancouver. Please do not schedule flights before 12 p.m. (B)


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Hotels - Stay in comfortable lodges in the pristine wilderness of Denali National Park and Talkeetna; marvel at the spectacular beachfront location of the Land’s End Resort; enjoy the comfort of a two-room suite in Anchorage and unwind at the elegant chateau-style Resort Alyeska.

Highlights - The ultimate adventure by land, sea and rail! Experience magnificent scenery from the comfort of your coach and glass-dome rail car. Explore Alaska’s breathtaking glacier-carved fjords by sightseeing catamaran, and participate in activities reserved exclusively for Insight guests.

Enjoy Your Included Tour Features

Premium Highlights

  • Cruise into the heart of Alaska on a paddle wheeler to visit the Chena Indian Village, where guides take you on a walking tour
  • Search for wildlife with an experienced naturalist on a Tundra Wilderness tour of Denali National Park
  • Travel in upper-level, glass-dome carriages aboard the famous Denali Star train
  • Pet puppies at Happy Trails Kennels and watch a demonstration of sled dog mushing
  • Visit an old gold mine at Independence Mine State Historical Park (weather-permitting)
  • Cruise through the glacier-carved fjords of Prince William Sound
  • Visit early homestead cabins at the Soldotna Homestead Museum
  • Join a conservation expert at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to see how this facility cares for the injured and orphaned wildlife
  • Visit the Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum

Personal Insights

  • Join your Tour Director for an insightful stroll through the small town of Talkeetna
  • Meet Iditarod-winner Martin Buser and learn how he races and cares for his dogs
  • Learn about Kenai’s interesting past on a walking tour through Old Town Kenai
  • Meet a local over breakfast at Anchor Point, set against breathtaking views
  • Experience dance and story telling at the Alaska Native Heritage Center
  • Meet a bush pilot and learn about the vital role they played in the pioneering of Alaska
  • Watch an exclusive culinary demonstration of a popular Alaskan recipe

Additional Excursions & Sights

  • View the remarkable Trans-Alaska Pipeline
  • Drive along the Scenic Byway Parks Highway between Healy and Denali NP
  • Travel through Chugach State Park via the Seward Highway All-American Road
  • Travel the Scenic Byway Sterling Highway from Anchor Point to Homer Spit
  • Enjoy the scenery of the Inside Passage aboard the Sapphire Princess*

Insight's First Class Services

  • Airport arrival & departure transfers on the first and last day of your tour
    Escorted by a professional Tour Director (Days 1-10)
  • Maximum group size of 40 people
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with extra legroom & restroom facilities
  • First Class and Tourist Class hotels (in remote areas) with all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • All the facilities aboard Princess Cruises’ Sapphire Princess*

Quality Dining

  • 9 Full Breakfasts, 2 Light Lunches, 1 Seafood Buffet Dinner
  • 2 Highlight Dinners in Homer and Anchorage plus a lively Highlight Dinner and show at Denali Dinner Theatre
  • 7 Full Breakfasts, 6 Lunches & 7 Dinners aboard the Sapphire Princess*

*Exclusive to 17-Day Coach & Cruise Tour

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EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNTS

SAVE UP TO 10%: Insight sells its tours in many countries worldwide so the most popular tours fill very quickly. Don’t be disappointed, book early! You’ll be assured of the tours you want, andthe earlier you pay, the more you SAVE!

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Tours must be paid in full for this discount to apply. Discounts apply to the land-only portion of your tour. Tour prices may change in future brochures. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.

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YOUNG TRAVELLERS SAVE 10% AGED 5-17 YEARS :Travel broadens the mind and enhances those special relationships. Insight offers you the opportunity of

sharing your happy holiday memories with your children or grandchildren. This discount applies to the Land Only portion of your tour. Young Travellers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by an adult (limit of one Young Traveller Discount per room). On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveller must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our Groups Discount. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension,

and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.

GROUP DISCOUNTS

5 OR MORE – SAVE 5%: If a group of 5 to 8 people travel together a discount of 5% per person applies to the Land Only portion of your tour. So it pays to get together with your family and friends!

SAVE $$$ FOR 9 OR MORE : If you have a group of 9 or more people travelling together on the same scheduled tour, then you automatically qualify for big savings! Your savings will be determined by the number of people travelling so ask call for details. You may also reserve a tour departure exclusively for your group! Some restrictions apply. Please contact our Groups Department 1-866-475-7023.

These discounts cannot be combined with Frequent Traveller, Family Savings or Triple Room Discounts. To qualify, names of all passengers travelling must be advised to Insight at the time of booking. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension,

and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.  

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SAVE UP TO $2850 PER PERSON with Insight’s Room Mate Matching service Insight believes travelling solo should not cost you more! That’s why for people travelling alone on an Insight coach tour, we'll match you with someone of the same gender, so you don't have to pay the single room supplement. If we fail to match you, we'll provide a single room at no extra cost. Please note there is a no-smoking policy in all shared rooms. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises. 3. Does not apply to Irish Elegance.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNTS: When three people travel together and share one room,

each of the three enjoys a discount off the tour price. See the Triple Room Reductions on the itinerary of your choice. This discount only applies to tours featuring the “Share a Triple Room” reduction on the itinerary pages. Note the third bed will, on occasions, be a foldaway.

FREQUENT TRAVELLER SAVING

SAVE 5% OFF YOUR NEXT TOUR: Most first-time travellers go on vacation with Insight again and again. In recognition of our loyal customers, Insight now extends to all clients automatic membership into our Premier Plus Club, as well as a 5% Discount off the Land portion of their next Insight trip. Insight’s Premier Plus Club & 5% Discount is not available retroactively. Only one voucher is available per person, per tour, per year and only one voucher can be redeemed against each further tour

booking. This discount cannot be combined with our Groups Discount.  Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise.

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SAVE $$$ON YOUR 2ND TOUR: Book two Insight vacations, each 7 days or longer and you will receive a reduction of 5%off the cheaper of the two tours. Both tours must be booked at the same time. This discount is per person.

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FREE LONDON RETURN : Passengers taking the 'Land only' option on our Discovery

tours may return to London by Insight motorcoach at NO EXTRA CHARGE, instead of departing from Paris. Offer applies to the final day of the following Discovery tours:  E920, E910, E933, E914, E912, E913, E916 & G916. Accommodations will be

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SMALL GROUPS ADVANTAGE : Many tour operators fill their tours with up to 53 passengers. This means more congestion and less leg room on the coach as seats are configured more closely. At Insight we have a

maximum of only 40 guests per tour.

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