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12-night Cruise, Rail & Stay Tour - Alaska

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    DURATION
    13 days, 12 nights
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    DURATION DAYS
    13 days
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    DURATION NIGHTS
    12 nights
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    DEPARTURE MONTHS
    June 2024 - August 2024
  • Scenic Cruising Glacier Bay National Park
  • Explore D​enali National Park
  • Historic cities Ketchikan, Juneau & Skagway.

Begin your journey sailing from Vancouver to Anchorage, stopping in historic port cities like Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway. Along the way, enjoy two glacier-viewing experiences including Glacier Bay National Park, and College Fjord.

Then once on land travel aboard the exclusive Direct-to-the-Wilderness train and explore Denali National Park, a land beloved by millions but only seen by the adventurous. This national park is a dream destination for any serious Alaska traveler. With some of the most stunning wilderness in existence and famous wildlife, it’s part of the definitive experience of traveling to the Great Land’s wild interior.

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Alaska offers some of the world’s most spectacular rail journeys. Enjoy scenic rail travel from the ship to the lodge via an exclusive Direct-to-the-Wilderness® rail service for an all-encompassing Alaska cruisetour.

Inclusions/Exclusions

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  • Coach Transfer Vancouver Airport to cruise terminal*
  • 7-night Voyage onboard the Royal Princess
  • Medallion Class experience
  • All meals onboard the ship
  • Select Beverages onboard the ship (Iced Tea, Lemonade, Water, Tea varieties, Non-Specialty Coffee)
  • 2 nights Mt. McKinley Wilderness Lodge
  • 2 nights Denali Wilderness Lodge
  • 1 night Fairbanks
  • Sternwheeler Riverboat Cruise
  • Exclusive Direct-to-the-Wilderness® Alaska rail service
  • Natural History Tour into Denali National Park

*​Airport transfers are only available for flights connecting directly with the cruise on day 1.

Your fare excludes:
  • T​ravel insurance & airfares

Itinerary

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Day 1: Upon arrival in Vancouver you will be transferred to the ship for embarkation.

Day 2: At Sea

Day 3: Ketchikan, Alaska - 6am to 2pm

Day 4: Juneau, Alaska - 8am to 9pm

Day 5: Skagway, Alaska - 7am to 8:30pm

Day 6: Glacier Bay National Park (Scenic Cruising)

Day 7: College Fjord (Scenic Cruising)

Day 8: Step off your ship in Anchorage (Whittier), into a waiting railcar for the exclusive Direct-to-the-Wilderness rail service to the Mt. McKinley Wilderness Lodge for a 2-night retreat. Here you'll settle in with Denali never far from view. Take in the sensational views with a glass of wine in the great room or on the expansive deck.

D​ay 9: You have a full day to plan however you choose. Stop by the Tour Desk for a variety of optional excursions. Walk the nature trails around the lodge 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.

D​ay 10: Enjoy a scenic coach drive to the Denali Wilderness Lodge, located just outside the national park entrance. Check in with the Guest Service Desk for help in planning your own Denali adventure. Or you may enjoy the spectacular main lodge, river view deck, and Princess Village with the popular Christmas cottage and sugar shack. Be sure to check out Fannie Q's Saloon, named after a famed local homesteader, or sit outside at a fireside patio

D​ay 11: Today explore Denali National Park on a Natural History Tour, watching for glimpses of Denali as well as Denali's "Big Five"; moose, caribou, bears, wolves and Dall sheep. Later today, you may want to simply relax with a glass of wine on the deck overlooking the Nenana River.

D​ay 12: You'll have the morning to relax, then travel by scenic coach to Fairbanks. This afternoon, take a sternwheeler Riverboat Cruise down the Chena River. You'll get to experience Gold Rush history, Native culture and colourful Alaska lifestyle of bush pilots, dog sledders and Native artisans.

D​ay 13: Your memorable vacation ends this morning in Fairbanks with a transfer to the airport.

Dates and Prices

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Package prices for 10 August 2024 departure

  • Inside from $3,607 pp twin share / $6,098 pp sole use*
  • Balcony from $5,497 pp twin share / $9,878 pp sole use*
  • D​eluxe Balcony from $5,576 pp twin share / $10,036 pp sole use*
  • M​ini suite from $5,997 pp twin share / $10,878 pp sole use*
  • S​uite from $7,819 pp twin share / $14,522 pp sole use*

Package prices for 1 June 2024 departure

  • Inside from $3,539 pp twin share / $5,940 pp sole use*
  • Balcony from $5,179 pp twin share / $9,220 pp sole use*
  • D​eluxe Balcony from $5,261 pp twin share / $9,383 pp sole use*
  • M​ini suite from $5,369 pp twin share / $9,600 pp sole use*
  • S​uite from $7,499 pp twin share / $13,560 pp sole use*

Call now on 1300 414 198 for a quote on your preferred travel date.

*Please note that prices are subject to availability at time of booking and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.

If you want the most value out of your holiday it really Pays to Plus. With a Princess Plus or Princess Premier package you could treat yourself daily to cocktails, enjoy a fitness class or unlimited juice. Plus indulge in a premium dessert. What’s more, you’ll be free to stream your favourite shows and stay in touch with your loved ones thanks to Wi-Fi included. Save money on the things you’re going to do anyway with the Princess Plus package. 

Upgrade to Princess Plus (for just $65 pp/day) to enjoy:

  • Wi-Fi (one device per guest)
  • Plus Beverage Package (drinks up to $22 each)
  • Unlimited juice bar
  • Premium Desserts (2 per day)
  • Fitness Classes (2 per cruise)
  • NEW 2 casual dining meals per guest
  • NEW OceanNow delivery
  • NEW Room service delivery
  • Overall savings of over 60%!

Accommodation

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Mt. McKinley Wilderness Lodge

Royal Princess Cruise Ship

A welcoming ambience and innovative offerings create the perfect way to see the world. One of the most popular cruise ships in the fleet

  • R​efurbished: 2018
  • Guest Cabins: 1,780
  • Guest Capacity: 3,560
  • Number of Decks: 19
  • Tonnage: 142,229
  • Length: 1,083 feet

Mt. McKinley Wilderness Lodge: Situated within Denali State Park near the Chulitna River, the Mt. McKinley Wilderness Lodge® offers unparalleled views of Denali from the treehouse as well as the Great Room and expansive deck in the main lodge. Tour a working Alaska homestead and learn how the Great Land’s residents have become so self-sufficient

Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge: Imagine a charming Alaska lodge settled near the heart of wilderness, wildlife and six million acres of untouched lands. Meet Denali Wilderness Lodge®, your ticket to exploration just one mile from the entrance to Denali National Park – one of the world’s most incredible locations. With comfortable accommodations and a breathtaking location, the Denali lodge serves as the perfect home base for any adventure.

FAQs

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Suggested Flight Arrival Time:

No later than 2:30 p.m domestic / 2:00 p.m. international on embarkation day. Flights become available to be booked 300 days prior to departure. Travel at 60 can assist you with booking flights. Please call us on 1300 414 198 for more information.

What to Bring?

Clothing Suggestions:

Alaska is very casual both in the evenings, as well as the day. Casual, active sportswear is the best option, as you will likely be enjoying tours and activities outdoors. You'll want comfortable clothes and good walking shoes, and the ability to be layered for everything from sunny afternoons to chilly nights. As the weather can be unpredictable, a warm jacket is advisable.

Here is a brief listing of suggested items:

Daytime:

  • Water repellent coat or jacket
  • Rain hat
  • Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers
  • Lightweight windbreaker
  • Sweaters
  • Pants or shorts

Evening:

  • Warm coat (temperatures can get lower in the evening)
  • Same attire as worn during the day - casual

Other Recommended Items

  • Cameras
  • Binoculars
  • Travel alarm clock
  • Insect repellent
  • Collapsible umbrella
  • Sunglasses

Coach Transportation

  • Coach segments between all points tend to be shorter in duration than rail.
  • Seating aboard the coaches is not assigned, but guests may be asked to rotate throughout each day to allow everyone access to the forward seats.
  • Ample stops are made for photo and rest breaks.
  • Coaches are equipped with restrooms.
  • All sightseeing tours inside Denali National Park are operated by the National Park Service concessionaire. Sightseeing tours inside of Denali National Park use school buses.

T&Cs

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