DURATION

8 Days

DATE

Multiple departure dates

May-September 2025

COST

$3,239 per person, land only, based on double occupancy

included

AAA Exclusive Highlights

  • Alaska Native Heritage Center
  • Scenic Marine Journey on Prince William Sound to Valdez
  • Fairbanks Museum of the North
  • Chena River aboard a sternwheeler
  • Denali Tundra Wilderness Tour
  • Alaska Railroad - Deluxe Dome Car
  • Round-trip Meet and Greet Airport Transfers
  • 11 Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 1 Snack & 3 Dinners
  • Admissions, taxes & gratuities on rooms & selected sightseeing
  • Tipping for handling one piece of luggage per person (in hotels)
  • Fairbanks Salmon Bake
  • Denali Dinner Theater Show
  • Prepaid Gratuities for Tour Director and Driver

GRAND ALASKA LAND VACATION 2025 itinerary 

7 Dates: May 30, June 13, July 4, July 11, Aug 8, Aug 29, Sep 5

Fly into Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Meet and Greet Service with transfer to the hotel and overnight in Anchorage.Crowne Plaza or similar - 1 night

Enjoy a city tour of Anchorage featuring the historic downtown area, Lake Hood where 190+ float planes take off and land daily, Earthquake Park to learn about the 1964 Earthquake and the Alaska Native Heritage Center where you will learn about the history and culture of Alaska. Later, travel south along the scenic Seward Highway to the port town of Whittier to board your marine vessel for a scenic journey through Prince William Sound to the town of Valdez. Enjoy the pristine waters as you look for marine animals, glaciers, and towering mountains. (B) Best Western Valdez or similar – 1 night

Enjoy a scenic motor coach journey north 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. (B)River's Edge Resort or similar - 2 nights

Today learn how the gold rush affected Alaska's interior on a sightseeing tour with an included visit to the Museum of the North. There is free time for shopping and dining in the downtown area. Cruise on the Chena River aboard a sternwheeler and experience the thrill of river travel. Tonight, enjoy an authentic salmon bake. (B, D)

You will be taken to the Fairbanks Rail Depot where you will board a deluxe dome railcar for a scenic train journey south to Denali National Park. This afternoon, enjoy an interpretative hike along Otto Lake at the Denali Discovery Center followed by a reception with a “Welcome to Denali” talk informing you of your upcoming park tour. (B)Denali Grizzly Bear or similar - 2 nights

Today travel into Denali National Park on the Tundra Wilderness Tour and search the vast wilderness for bears, moose, caribou, and Dall sheep. This six-to-eight-hour journey is narrated by a Park Ranger giving insight into the animals, flora and fauna of this region. Enjoy a snack on the bus. Early May & September tours are shortened due to road conditions. Enjoy the rest of the day 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, a jet boat safari on the Nenana River or a visit to an Iditarod champions award winning dog kennel. Tonight enjoy the Denali Dinner Theater. (B, Snack, D)

Board your deluxe motor coach for a scenic drive to the town of Talkeetna. Watch for a glimpse of Denali or black bear along the banks of the Susitna River. In Talkeetna there will be time to explore on your own. Later, enjoy the scenic drive to Anchorage. Tonight, share stories of your Alaskan Adventure with your fellow travelers at an included closing night dinner. (B,D) Crowne Plaza or similar - 1 night

Your adventure comes to an end with a transfer to the airport for your onward journey home. (B)

Smiling and confident travel agent.
travel agents

Your ultimate access to expert guidance

Have a knowledgeable AAA Travel Agent connect with you to help you plan your trip with ease.

Request Contact

Fares are per person, land only, based on double occupancy. Fares, itineraries, hotels, events, programs and policies are subject to change. Airfare, taxes & fees are additional. Travel must be booked through AAA Travel to receive savings and AAA Exclusives. Tour, itinerary and exclusive amenities are capacity-controlled, based on minimum number of passengers traveling together and may be modified, withdrawn or canceled. Some hotels are rustic “off the grid” to enable your customer to immerse themselves in the beauty and nature of their surroundings. *All departures may operate in reverse if operationally necessary. Tundra Wilderness Tour is subject to change due to weather and road conditions. Other restrictions may apply. The Auto Club Group is not responsible for errors or omissions in the printing of this document. 19-TR-0295