Explore Denali National Park - Cruise, Rail & Land
Enjoy a 13-day cruise and coach tour through Alaska and stop at the most scenic ports. Ketchikan is known as Alaska's "First City" because it's the first major community travelers come to as they journey north. Located on an island, Ketchikan began life as an Indian fishing camp. The gold rush was a boon and by 1898, Skagway was Alaska's largest town with a population of about 20,000. Hotels, saloons, dance halls and gambling houses prospered. But when the gold yield dwindled in 1900, so did the population as miners quickly shifted to new finds in Nome.
Princess is one of a select few cruise lines permitted to cruise the pristine waters of Glacier Bay, the highlight of our 7-day Voyage of the Glaciers cruise. Just west of Juneau, this breathtaking national park and preserve boasts some of the world's most spectacular tidewater glaciers, such as Margerie Glacier, which often drops colossal chunks of ice into the sea. Not surprisingly, Glacier Bay National Park and its epic ice giants are part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site comprising Alaska's magnificent park system.
- 7-night cruise 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
- 2 nights Fairbanks
- Alaska rail journey
- Natural History Tour
- Sternwheeler Riverboat Cruise
Your fare excludes:
- Airfares & Travel insurance
Itinerary based on 13 July 2024 departure
- Day 1 - Vancouver, Canada - depart 4pm
- Day 2 - At Sea
- Day 3 - Ketchikan, Alaska - 6:30am - 3pm
- Day 4 - Juneau, Alaska - 8am - 9pm
- Day 5 - Skagway, Alaska - 7am - 8:30pm
- Day 6 - Glacier Bay National Park (Scenic Cruising), Alaska - 6am - 3pm
- Day 7 - College Fjord (Scenic Cruising), Alaska - 6pm - 8:30pm
- Day 8 - Anchorage (Whittier), Alaska - arrive 12:30am
Day 8 - Mt. Mckinley Princess Wilderness Lodge
Step off your ship into a waiting railcar for our exclusive Direct-to-the-Wilderness rail service to the Mt. McKinley Princess 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.
Day 9 - Mt. Mckinley Princess Wilderness Lodge
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.
Day 10 - Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge
Enjoy a scenic motorcoach drive to the Denali Princess 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.
Day 11 - Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge
Start your morning with a quick stop at Fannie Q's saloon for a hearty buffet breakfast. 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.
Day 12 - Fairbanks
Travel via motorcoach along the George Parks Highway to Fairbanks, Alaska's "Golden Heart" city. Spend the evening immersing yourself in the Gold Rush history, Native culture and authentic hospitality of the city.
Day 13 - Fairbanks
A full day in Fairbanks gives you time to get a feel for the unique culture and history of the region. You'll take a cruise on an authentic Sternwheeler Riverboat down the Chena River then enjoy a Gold Dredge 8 tour with the chance to pan for your own gold. A hearty miner's lunch is included. The evening is at leisure.
Day 14 - Fairbanks
Your tour ends today in Fairbanks.
Package price for 13 July 2024 departure
- Inside from $4,231 pp twin share / $7,195 pp sole use*
- Balcony from $5,931 pp twin share / $10,595 pp sole use*
- Deluxe Balcony from $5,998 pp twin share / $10,729 pp sole use*
- Mini suite from $6,531 pp twin share / $11,795 pp sole use*
- Suite from $9,098 pp twin share*
Please call our travel team on 1300 414 198 to book.
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%!
*Please note that prices are subject to availability at time of booking and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.
Royal Princess
From its breathtaking piazza-style Atrium to the dramatic views from the glass-floored SeaWalk®, Royal Princess is sure to delight. Relax at The Sanctuary, a tranquil haven reserved for adults, watch the mesmerizing Princess WaterColor Fantasy light and water show, or dine on tantalizing cuisine at venues like Crown Grill and more.
- Refurbished: December 2018
- Guest Capacity: 3,560
- Number of Decks: 19
- Tonnage: 142,229
- Length: 1,083 feet
- Height: 217 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.
Fairbanks Riverside Lodge: Set on the banks of the Chena River, the Fairbanks Riverside Lodge® is your gateway to this land. From savouring reindeer sausage for breakfast to meeting sled dogs in the afternoon, experience local life, with the ease and authenticity.
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.
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