Nature's Best: Alaska

Nature's Best: Alaska

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Nature's Best: Alaska

7 Days Starting in Fairbanks, Alaska and ending in Anchorage, Alaska

Visiting: Fairbanks, Denali National Park, Talkeetna, Kenai Fjords National Park, Anchorage

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

CK-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Boat/Cruise Excursion

From: $3875 $3311 Operator discount: -$399 Travel Club discount: -$165 -15%

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with "Nature's Best: Alaska," an exhilarating tour that immerses you in the breathtaking wilderness and rich cultural heritage of Alaska. Begin your journey in Fairbanks, where you'll explore Native American traditions and meet Iditarod mushers. Venture into the vast Denali National Park, home to North America's highest peak, and experience the thrill of a Tundra Wilderness tour. Travel aboard the iconic Alaska Railroad to the charming town of Talkeetna, and savor local treats at the historic Talkeetna Roadhouse. Conclude your adventure with a stunning cruise in Kenai Fjords National Park, witnessing glaciers, orcas, and humpback whales. This tour promises an extraordinary blend of wildlife, scenic beauty, and cultural insights, making it the ultimate Alaskan experience.

Highlights

  • Cruise on the Chena River with a stop at the Chena Village to learn about Athabascan Native culture.

  • Journey into Denali National Park with a Naturalist Driver Guide on a Tundra Wilderness tour.

  • Visit the home of an Iditarod Musher to hear stories of their adventures and meet their champion racers.

  • Board the world-famous Alaska Railroad for a journey through untamed wilderness.

  • Enjoy a traditional Alaskan treat at the historic Talkeetna Roadhouse.

  • Scenic drive along the Kenai Peninsula en route to Seward.

  • Cruise of Kenai Fjords National Park with the opportunity to see glaciers calving into the sea, orcas, humpback whales, and sea otters.

Places You'll See

Pike's Waterfront Lodge

Denali Park Village

Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge

Gateway Hotel

Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Fairbanks

Location: Fairbanks

Accommodation Name: Pike's Waterfront Lodge

Meet your Tour Director between 3 pm and 7 pm in the hotel reception area.
ARRIVE IN FAIRBANKS Welcome to Alaska! Meet your Tour Director between 3 pm and 7 pm in the hotel reception area.

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Day 2: Fairbanks,Denali National Park

Location: Denali National Park

Accommodation Name: Denali Park Village

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner


FAIRBANKS–DENALI NATIONAL PARK Native American Traditions This morning, board the sternwheeler Discovery for a cruise on the Chena River with a stop at the Chena Village to learn about Athabascan Native culture. You will also have the chance to meet Iditarod mushers and their famed dog teams to learn about breeding, training, and the big race! We then continue to Denali National Park, home to North America’s highest peak, 20,320-foot Denali (formerly known as Mount McKinley), majestically dominating the park’s 6 million acres. This evening, enjoy a [LF] private presentation by a local Naturalist and dinner at Murie Science & Learning Center. (B,D)

LOCAL FAVORITE
CONSERVATION HEROES Enjoy dinner at the Murie Science and Learning Center where stewardship and education are key to preserve and nurture the wild places of American national parks. You’ll hear fascinating and informative information presented by a Local Naturalist in this vital site named for wildlife biologist Adolph Murie who made lasting contributions to the understanding of wolves and wildlife management in Denali

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURAL GEMS Experience frontier living in an Athabascan village on the Chena River. Here in the Alaskan forests, cabins are made of spruce logs, and the old ways of living with the land are beautifully preserved in the heritage of the Athabascan Native culture. Learn about traditions and survival in an unforgiving yet beautiful environment, where generations of Athabascans skillfully survived for over 10,000 years, ultimately adapting to village life and Western culture in the past century.



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Day 3: Denali National Park

Location: Denali National Park

Accommodation Name: Denali Park Village

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch


DENALI NATIONAL PARK Wilderness Wonders Morning at leisure. Optional activities include a float trip down the Nenana River and a helicopter ride over the park. Later, journey into the 6-million-acre Denali National Park with a Naturalist Driver Guide on a Tundra Wilderness tour. The evening is free. (B,L)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS Venture deep into Denali National Park and Preserve with a Naturalist Driver Guide in search of fantastic wildlife and natural wonders. Stay alert for wildlife, including Denali’s Big-Five, the grizzly bear, caribou, moose, Dall sheep, and the formidable yet elusive wolf. Named for the highest mountain peak in North America, Denali is a natural treasure of pristine and untamed wilderness at its finest.


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Day 4: Denali National Park,Alaska Railroad,Talkeetna

Location: Denali National Park

Accommodation Name: Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast


DENALI NATIONAL PARK–ALASKA RAILROAD–TALKEETNA Sled Races & Railroads This morning, visit the home of an Iditarod Musher to hear stories of their adventures and meet their champion racers. Then, board the world-famous Alaska Railroad for a journey through untamed wilderness. Today’s ride ends in the unique town of Talkeetna, a model for the TV show Northern Exposure. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Overnight at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge. From its incredible setting on a ridge just above the town of Talkeetna, the lodge offers majestic views of Denali, the highest peak in North America. Enjoy scenic hiking, flightseeing, or simply relax amid stunning views of Mount Denali from the deck or hearthside by the crackling fire of a giant river rock fireplace.


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Day 5: Talkeetna,Seward

Location: Talkeetna

Accommodation Name: Gateway Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner


TALKEETNA–SEWARD Anchorage Adventures This morning, enjoy a traditional [LF] Alaskan treat at the historic Talkeetna Roadhouse. Then, head south toward Anchorage and continue on a scenic drive along the Kenai Peninsula en route to Seward. Join your Tour Director and fellow travelers for a farewell dinner this evening. (B,D)

LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTES Roughing it never seemed so sweet with a visit to Talkeetna Roadhouse for an Alaskan treat in its original two-story log building and barn. Built circa 1917 as a freight-hauling supply station, this rustic roadhouse is home to fresh-baked treats served hot from its kitchen for an authentic Alaskan experience.


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Day 6: Seward. Cruise In Kenai Fjords National Park,Anchorage

Location: Kenai Fjords National Park

Accommodation Name: Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch


SEWARD. CRUISE IN KENAI FJORDS NATIONAL PARK–ANCHORAGE Making a Splash Today, board your vessel for a cruise of Kenai Fjords National Park with the opportunity to see glaciers calving into the sea, orcas, humpback whales, sea otters, and more! (B,L)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS Spectacular Kenai Fjords National Park covers 600,000 acres of protected and pure wilderness, with more than half of its majestic landscapes covered in ice and snow. From the massive Harding Icefield to the countless tidewater glaciers carving deep fjords, this arctic paradise is a natural wonder to behold. A cruise on the fjords affords an unforgettable opportunity to see glaciers calving into the sea, orcas, humpback whales, sea otters, and more breathtaking sights.


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Day 7: Anchorage

Location: Anchorage

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
ANCHORAGE Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Stay at Pike's Waterfront Lodge in Fairbanks, Denali Park Village in Denali National Park, Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge in Talkeetna, Gateway Hotel in Seward, and Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa in Anchorage.

  • Meals

    Breakfast daily, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners are included.

  • Guided Tours

    Guided tours with a Tour Director, including a private presentation by a local Naturalist at Murie Science & Learning Center, and a Tundra Wilderness tour with a Naturalist Driver Guide.

  • Cruises

    Cruise on the Chena River and a cruise in Kenai Fjords National Park.

  • Transportation

    Travel on the world-famous Alaska Railroad from Denali National Park to Talkeetna.

  • Local Experiences

    Visit to the home of an Iditarod Musher, and a traditional Alaskan treat at the historic Talkeetna Roadhouse.

What's Not Included

  • Optional Activities

    Optional activities such as a float trip down the Nenana River and a helicopter ride over Denali National Park are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.

  • Airfare

    International and domestic airfare to and from the starting and ending points of the tour are not included.

  • Gratuities

    Gratuities for the Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides are not included.

Meals

Breakfast daily, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

Notes

While wildlife in Alaska is frequently seen year round, May & early June and September departures offer greater opportunities for wildlife viewing. Departures after mid-August offer fall foliage. Northern Lights (aurora borealis) are most visible late August and September, weather permitting.

Small Group

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select North America dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

Accommodation

Fairbanks: Pike's Waterfront Lodge, Denali National Park: Denali Park Village, Talkeetna: Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, Seward: Gateway Hotel, Anchorage: Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa

Mode of Transport

This tour includes a variety of transportation modes such as a sternwheeler cruise on the Chena River, a journey on the world-famous Alaska Railroad, and a cruise in Kenai Fjords National Park.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of wildlife can I expect to see during the tour?

    During the tour, you can expect to see a variety of wildlife including grizzly bears, caribou, moose, Dall sheep, and wolves in Denali National Park. Additionally, on the Kenai Fjords National Park cruise, you may see orcas, humpback whales, sea otters, and other marine life.

  • What unique cultural experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes a visit to the Chena Village to learn about Athabascan Native culture, a private presentation by a local Naturalist at the Murie Science & Learning Center, and a visit to the home of an Iditarod Musher to hear stories and meet their champion racers. Additionally, you will enjoy a traditional Alaskan treat at the historic Talkeetna Roadhouse.

  • What activities are available in Denali National Park?

    In Denali National Park, you can participate in optional activities such as a float trip down the Nenana River and a helicopter ride over the park. You will also go on a Tundra Wilderness tour with a Naturalist Driver Guide.

  • What can I expect during the Kenai Fjords National Park cruise?

    During the Kenai Fjords National Park cruise, you will have the opportunity to see glaciers calving into the sea, orcas, humpback whales, sea otters, and more. The cruise covers 600,000 acres of protected wilderness, offering breathtaking views of the Harding Icefield and numerous tidewater glaciers.

  • What is the accommodation like during the tour?

    The accommodations during the tour include Pike's Waterfront Lodge in Fairbanks, Denali Park Village in Denali National Park, Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge in Talkeetna, Gateway Hotel in Seward, and Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa in Anchorage. Each location offers unique amenities and scenic views.

  • Are there any special notes about the best times to visit for wildlife viewing or other natural phenomena?

    While wildlife in Alaska is frequently seen year-round, May, early June, and September departures offer greater opportunities for wildlife viewing. Departures after mid-August offer fall foliage, and the Northern Lights (aurora borealis) are most visible in late August and September, weather permitting.

  • What meals are included in the tour?

    The tour includes breakfast daily, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners.

  • What is a Small-Group Discovery tour and what are its benefits?

    A Small-Group Discovery tour is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure, offering extra space between travelers while still providing up-close and personal experiences. These tours include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with an expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides, ensuring that your health and safety are a top priority.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    For over 90 years.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.

Reviews of this operator

Lisset  

Great Value for your Money

19-Dec-2022

This is my second time travelling with Globus, would have been my third if not for COVID. The way they plan everything is super organized, the tour managers are very caring and knowledgeable. We always enjoy all the site visits planned for each trip. They start by picking you up from the airport and from then on everything is taken care of up until the last day of your trip, even dropping you off at the airport not matter the time of day or night. The hotels at every city are always great and centrally located so you can walk around during your free time or plan your own visits to different sites.

Joan Cupp (Google Reviewer)  

My go-to escorted travel Co My...

01-Mar-2024

My go-to escorted travel Co My 4th trip with Globus and the did not disappoint. The sales deals they offer make it affordable for me to travel. All of the guides are well versed in the history of the area you travel in.

David R  

What a wonderful trip, thanks Globus

10-Jan-2023

Globus is my favorite travel agency. I tried others, but always come back to Globus. It is a 100% stress free one-stop shop. Easy booking with flight, hotel, transportation and travel insurance all in one place. Great customer service at reasonable prices. Lots of information prepared for the trip to handle travel logistics. I planned and booked my trip within 24 hours. Highly recommended to everyon

Alexander Wright  

Great guide, accommodations, and tours.

28-Dec-2022

We had a fantastic guide, with a great mix of free time and guided tours.

CTRTeach 11  

Globus exceeded my expectations!

20-Dec-2022

This is my first Globus tour. I was pleasantly surprised with the depth and quality. The hotels were top notch, and the cruise on the Nile exceeded my expectations. The cabins were roomy and comfortable, and the food was very good.

Nancy Arias  

The experience was amazing!!

30-Dec-2022

The trip was amazing. Our tour guide was so kind and very knowledgeable. I needed to attend a very important meeting via zoom. She was very understanding and accommodating to my needs and made it happen. I was very grateful! Our driver was by far the best driver I’ve ever encountered! I was beyond impressed with our guide, driver and trip!! I will definitely be back for another adventure!!

Irish Beth Maddock (Google Reviewer)  

Did the Globus Highlands and...

30-Sep-2023

Did the Globus Highlands and Islands Scottish Tour with Ian and Allister. What a trip!! With his sharp wit, immense knowledge and fun humour, Ian absolutely brought Scotland to vivid life with his many tales, informative quips and total, utter passion for history. Was spellbound. Am so VERY thankful I had the opportunity to be on Ian's last bus tour before retiring with Globus. In addition, to being so hard working and helpful, with Allister our driver, I cannot tell you how safe and secure I felt in his capable driving hands. He had some very awkward traffic and interesting roads to navigate with our large bus, (especially on the islands and up north) but he handled it all expertly and without a hitch. So much so, I was able to relax and enjoy the journey. All in all, with our tour, you could tell both these kind men cared very much for those of us who needed the extra help and advice. Made my bucket list trip to Scotland so memorable and wonderful. Thank you Ian and Allister! Globus is truly fortunate to have you both.

Patty Walker (Google Reviewer)  

Specifically, Cosmos Tour of Ireland...

11-Aug-2024

Specifically, Cosmos Tour of Ireland and Scotland. August 2024. Let me begin with the positive , the Tour guide was knowledgable, personable and educated! He also was extremely professional and took a genuine interest in providing the highest quality of service to the client. The bus was clean and comfortable and well maintained. The driver was highly experienced and provided excellent transportation. The excursions were acceptable and enjoyable. The Variety of age groups on the trip made for wonderful traveling companions. But unfortunately, that is where the positive ends. The Leonardo hotels that are part of the chain and experience for this specific tour are below quality. We spent a night in a room with a leak in the ceiling. That was known before we checked in and continued to leak while we were there. Another Leonardo hotel, we could not get out of our room. Due to the carpet being ripped up and blocking the door. Most of these hotels I would have walked away from, had I been on my own individual trip. The customer service is missing, customer safety is also missing in these hotels. There is lack of concern to assist customers to their rooms even when it is there responsibility to change the room, there isn't assistance offered. Never have I experienced where you had to absolutely be your own advocate. Because there is no customer concern or care. Quality of food provided is also below standards. It is frowned upon if you request something and often denied. We even had a situation where another individual was placed in the same room we were in and it was considered a "oh well too bad for you." Again, we had to transport our own luggage and bags to a new room. Only after we were our own advocates. We said this stranger and ourselves are not going to stay in the same room. Finally, we received a good room, a room that would be found acceptable in every day normal travel, and we had to change again. Because there was a missing part in a Radiator and this was known to the hotel but yet they still booked us into a room. The radiator would not turn off and the room was steaming hot. So once again, we had to transfer all of our luggage and personal items and trudged down stairwell and elevators to once again change rooms. This is so sad for a bucket list, once in a lifetime, save your money and go on your anniversary trip. The rooms are old and out, dated with stains and tears in carpets and materials. Some of the missing items are a safety concern. Buyer beware! The communication for traveling in other countries is not to the level of customer service and satisfaction that we are used to, we did not expect this level of unacceptable accommodations, much like staying in a hostile. It is the Globus/Cosmos Travel companies responsibility to make sure their accommodations for housing is up to the level of expectations of their customers. The accommodations provided are a reflection of Globus/Cosmos business model and integrity in the global travel industry. This is not everything we experienced, but just a few examples. At this time, their brand appears to be old, outdated, without concern or care for the safety of their clients or their health and welfare as applied to accomodations.Customer service, is their lost art. Choose carefully for travel service. And I would not recommend Globus or Cosmos.

Suneetha Raja (Google Reviewer)  

I have done Newfoundland &...

06-Jul-2024

I have done Newfoundland & Labrador with Iceberg Festival tour with Globus in June 2024. It was absolute rubbish for the price I paid towards the tour. Terrible hotels, horrible meals, barely any sightseeing that is worth while the visit, most importantly, the Iceberg festival never happened. Globus sold this specific tour departure date as the only way to attend this supposed Iceberg Festival. I felt cheated after paying 3527£ for a 13 day tour considering the only reason I picked this departure date was because I wanted to attend this Iceberg festival. I could have used my time and money in a better way doing a different tour with another company. A Canadian company who did the exact same tour is doing it for £2400. I have been travelling with Globus and Cosmos tours since 2008. However, this company tours have been terrible after the covid shutdowns. They are charging more than the premium companies and not providing the equivalent service on par with the prices. Safe to say that I won't be recommending Globus and Cosmos tours to anyone. Try other tour companies that are on the market.

Lynda Bailey (Google Reviewer)  

I really enjoyed my Cosmos...

11-Jun-2024

I really enjoyed my Cosmos tour to Italy last September. However I was totally disappointed by two major things which completely changed the atmosphere of the holiday for me. One was the 'last minute' rearrangement of one of our hotels which then put us well outside of Florence on a trading estate for two nights instead of walking distance from the city walls. That completely blocked any plans or ideas of enjoying Florence in the evening. My biggest disappointment was the terrible travel arrangements and associated advice about travelling through Heathrow Cosmos put in place for me and for which they refused to be accountable despite the fact that they had made the ticket booking on my behalf and I had asked them for appropriate check in advice at all key points before I travelled. As a result I was put on standby when I should never have been (even the BA departure staff were shocked at this) and separated from my luggage which travelled on a later flight. I spent over 6 hrs of my first day in Rome in the airport waiting for my luggage and subsequent transfer to my hotel, without any assistance from Cosmos or BA airside staff. When I complained after my holiday, Cosmos would not take any responsibility at all for the fact that I lost the first day of my holiday and approx. 50% of the time I was due to spend in Rome, preferring to blame BA who in turn were uncontactable about my complaint. Very poor customer service indeed.

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