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RRF#02 - 6 Day Alaska Rail Tour
Visit the Sights and Attractions of the Goldrush City of Fairbanks, famous Denali National Park, Talkeetna and Anchorage on Turnagain Arm. During the railroad vacation relax onboard and enjoy the vistas and views of Mt. McKinley. Optional Tour extension to Seward.
Further Information within our Info Center section.
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Fairbanks
Arrive in Fairbanks, which enjoys almost 24 hours of daylight during the summer months. Transfer to your hotel. Time to explore the sights of the former gold rush capital of Alaska: the historic Gold Dredge # 8 which recovered 7.5 Mio ounces of this precious metal, one of the best museums in the State at the Alaska University, Alaskaland - a 44 acre theme park or participate in a sled dog demonstration hosted by the world famous Iditarod Musher Mary Shields. The Riverboat Discovery Cruise offers an interesting and informative tour on the Chena River.
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Fairbaks - Denali National Park
Departure: 8:15 am / Arrival: 12:01 pm
Transfer to the Railroad Station. Depart with the Alaska Railroad from the Goldrush City Fairbanks for Denali National Park and Preserve. You pass Nenana – an early trading center for Athabascan Indians and travel along the Nenana River. Enjoy a view to the mountains Rex Dome, Jumbo Dome and Walker Dome of the Alaska Range before arriving at noon in Denali Village. Transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon you have the opportunity to attend a sled dog demonstration, raft of float along the Nenana River or take a scenic flightseeing tour around Mt. McKinley.
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Denali National Park
Early departure for a full day park and wildlife tour in the shadows of North America’s highest mountain - 20.320 foot Mt. McKinley. Watch for Grizzly Bears, Moose, Caribou, Wolf and Dall Sheep along the ridges and river beds or observe one of the 150 different bird species which inherit the park area. Take the bus as far as to Eielson Visitor Center (8 hr. round trip) with an immense view of the "Mountain". Bus Tour to Kantishna Roadhouse or Wonder Lake on request. Overnight in Denali Village.
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Denali National Park - Talkeetna
Departure: 12:01 am / Arrival: 4:40 pm
Transfer to the Railroad Station at around 11:15 am. Depart Denali Village and continue your train tour to Talkeetna. Enjoy the scenic vistas of the Alaska Range and its five towering peaks as you cross mighty bridges like the one crossing Hurricane Gulch (at 265 feet, it's the tallest on the Alaska Railroad).A truly once-in-a-lifetime thrill. Along the way, you will delight in the opportunity to see a variety of Alaskan wildlife such as moose, bears, caribou, wolves, Dall sheep, beavers and waterfowl. Once in Talkeetna you have the opportunity to attend a Jet Boat Safari, take a flightseeing tour around Mt. McKinley, walk through historic Talkeetna or explore the area.
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Talkeetna - Anchorage
Departure: 4:40 pm / Arrival: 8:15 pm
Board the train for a scenic tour to Anchorage and enjoy views of sweeping wilderness plains, sheer granite cliffs, and snowcapped mountain peaks. Past the Susitna River you reach the Matanuska Valley, home of 70-pound cabbages and strawberries the size of plums before arriving in Anchorage.
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Anchorage
Spend the day to visit the many sights: the Anchorage Museum of History & Art with excellent showcases about the Russian Heritage, the Captain Cook Monument, the fish ladder near Ship Creek and Downtown. Stop at Lake Hood - the world's largest and busiest seaplane base or stroll along the 12-Mile Coastal Trail with never ending view across Cook Inlet towards Mt. McKinley and the Alaska Range. Transfer to the Airport or individual tour extension.
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Rates in US$ / Per Person
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Rail Category
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Departures
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Single Room
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Double Room
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Fairbanks - Anchorage
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May & September
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$979.00
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$599.00
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Fairbanks - Anchorage
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May & September
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$1059.00
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$679.00
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Fairbanks - Anchorage
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June - August
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$1230.00
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$749.00
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Fairbanks - Anchorage
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June - August
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$1310.00
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$830.00
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Deluxe Hotel Upgrade
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$195.00
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$105.00
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Services Included:
• Rail Transportation Fairbanks - Denali - Talkeetna - Anchorage • Rail Station Transfers • 5 Nights ***/* Hotel Accommodation
• Hotel Tax • Full Day Denali Wildlife Shuttle Bus Tour • Denali Park Concession Fee • Complete Tour Documentation
• Destination & Sightseeing Information • Toll Free Help Line Access
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Daily ( approx May 15 onwards )
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June
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Daily
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July
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Daily
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August
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Daily
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September
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Daily (until approx September 15 )
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Rates in CAD$ / Per Person
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Season
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Single
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Double
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Triple
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Quad
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Anchorage / Fairbanks
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Superior
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May & September
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$110.00
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$55.00
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$40.00
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$33.00
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Denali National Park
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Superior
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May & September
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$120.00
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$65.00
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$47.00
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$38.00
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Anchorage / Fairbanks
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Superior
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June - August
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$145.00
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$79.00
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$58.00
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$51.00
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Denali National Park
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Superior
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June - August
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$175.00
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$90.00
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$65.00
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$58.00
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Services Included:
• 1 Night Hotel Accommodation
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| * For Sightseeing Tours please refer to our sightseeing section ! |
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