Alaska Off the Beaten Path: Cruise, Rail & Tour Experience (Aug 2024)

Your fare excludes:

Day 1: Upon arrival in Vancouver you will be transferred to the ship for embarkation. Set sail at 4pm.

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: Disembark the ship in Anchorage (Whittier), Alaska and board a coach for a scenic journey to Kenai Wilderness Lodge.

D​ay 9: Sightsee by coach to the Mt. McKinley Wilderness Lodge for 1-night. Here you'll settle in with Denali never far from view. 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: Between the two Denali-area lodges is some of Alaska's most beautiful scenery. Sightsee by coach to Talkeetna then enjoy the Rail journey to the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge, your home for the next two nights. Located just one mile from the entrance to Denali National Park, the lodge is the perfect base camp for exploring the area.

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.

Package prices for 3 August 2024 departure:

• Inside from $3,515 pp twin share / $5,866 pp sole use*
• Oceanview from $4,695 pp twin share / $8,226 pp sole use*
• Balcony from $5,775 pp twin share / $10,386 pp sole use*
• M​ini suite from $6,075 pp twin share / $10,986 pp sole use*
• S​uites sold out

Please call our travel team on 1300 414 198 for more information.

*Please note that prices are subject to availability at time of booking and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.

S​apphire Princess Cruise Ship

As you set your sights on the wonders of the world, let Sapphire Princess indulge your every whim. Over 700 balconies, world-class gourmet dining and dazzling entertainment options are just the beginning of your sea-going adventure. Dance the night away, enjoy casino gaming or relax and rejuvenate body and mind at the Lotus Spa®.

• R​efurbished: 2018
• Guest Cabins: 1,337
• Guest Capacity: 2,670
• Number of Decks: 18
• Tonnage: 115,875
• Length: 952 feet

Kenai Wilderness Lodge: There’s a reason why this unique Alaska lodge was named one of the “Top 12 Resorts in Alaska and the Pacific Northwest” by Conde Nast Traveler readers. The Kenai Wilderness Lodge® offers direct access to Alaska’s playground — also known as the Kenai Peninsula. Sail past glaciers and fish for wild salmon. Then, return to the coziness of your Alaska wilderness lodge after a day full of adventure.

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.

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.