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| Day 1 | Friday, 8/13/2010 - Fly to Anchorage
Arrive in Anchorage where you’ll be met and transferred to your downtown hotel. | |
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| Day 2 | Saturday, 8/14/2010 - Anchorage to Valdez
Drive through the Matanuska Susitna Valley where world-record sized vegetables grow in the 24-hour daylight. Stop at Worthington Glacier for a look at this gigantic piece of ice. Arrive into Valdez, nestled between the waterfront & mountains, giving it the nickname, “Alaska's Little Switzerland”. | Breakfast
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| Day 3 | Sunday, 8/15/2010 - Glacier Cruise of Prince William Sound
Late this morning, board a cruise to viewglaciers and wildlife through the majestic Prince William Sound. Explore the three- mile face of the mighty Columbia Glacier hearing tales of the region told by the Alaskan crew. Keep your eyes open for seals, sea lions, otters, whales, and puffins throughout this half-day exploration cruise. |
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| Day 4 | Monday, 8/16/2010 - Valdez to Fairbanks
Journey north today to the largest city in the interior, Fairbanks, known to Alaskans as the Golden Heart City. The route takes you along the Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, the largest park in the U.S., and the Trans-Alaska Pipeline.
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| Day 5 | Tuesday, 8/17/2010 - Fairbanks City Tour / River Cruise
Today, learn how the gold rush affected Alaska's interior on a sightseeing tour with a visit to the Univ. of Alaska, Fairbanks Mus-eum. Time is available for shopping, walking or dining on your own. Later, cruise on the Chena River aboard a sternwheeler and experience the thrill of river travel. Journey back to the time when traditional riverboats plied the waterways of Alaska's interior during the late 1800's. Tonight, partake in an optional authentic Salmon bake. | Breakfast |
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| Day 6 | Wednesday, 8/18/2010 - Denali National Park
Today, coach south to Denali National Park. Enjoy an afternoon of exploring this pristine area, at your leisure, by either participating in a complimentary park service activity or optional tour. There are many to choose from including mild or wild river rafting, flight seeing Mt. McKinley, a jet boat safari on the Nenana River, or a visit to the dog kennels of 2006 Iditarod champion, Jeff King.
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| Day 7 | Thursday, 8/19/2010 - Denali National Park / Tundra Wilderness Tour
Today travel deep into Denali National Park on the Tundra Wilderness Tour & search the pristine wilderness for bear, moose, caribou, and Dall sheep. This 6-8 hour journey is narrated allowing for insight into the animals, flora & fauna of this spectacular region.
Lunch listed is a Snack Box Meal. | Breakfast
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| Day 8 | Friday, 8/20/2010 - Alaska Railroad
Enjoy a morning of leisure for on own exploration. This afternoon board the world famous Alaska Railroad for the day trip to Anchorage. As you travel along the Susitna River, you may catch a glimpse of the majestic Mt. McKinley or a black bear along the river bank.
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| Day 9 | Saturday, 8/21/2010 - Anchorage City Tour
Enjoy a city tour of Anchorage, including the Alaska Native Heritage Center, a gathering place that celebrates Alaska’s Native cultures. Tonight, feast on an Alaskan style meal & share tales with your friends. | Breakfast
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| Day 10 | Sunday, 8/22/2010 - Fly Home
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flights home. Enjoy your last few hours in Alaska reflecting on your memorable vacation. Home shuttle is again provided.
*Itinerary may operate in the reverse order. | Breakfast |
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