Destination Denali Alaska Cruise Tour Itinerary
Day 1 : Vancouver, British Columbia
Located in British Columbia’s lower mainland region, hugging the Burrard Inlet, this northern gem offers the perfect mix of outdoor adventures and metropolitan delights. Start your day with a fresh and hearty breakfast at a local farmers’ market, then soar above the city on the Skyride cable car to Grouse Mountain’s 3,700-foot-tall summit and stay at the to enjoy one of the best of Vancouver views. If you’re craving adventure in the great outdoors, climb to St. Mark’s Summit for more incredible views of majestic Howe Sound. The trailhead is just a 30-minute drive from Vancouver. If you’d rather explore on the water, visit Horseshoe Bay and hop on a wildlife-spotting boat tour. Keep your eyes peeled for seals, dolphins and whales as you zip past towering cliffs and rocky isles.
Day 2 : Day at Sea
While at sea, take time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, dine at any of the onboard restaurants or explore the thrills on each deck until we arrive at the next destination.
Day 3 : Ketchikan (Ward Cove), Alaska
Start your morning at the visitor center to browse or book activities like fishing, kayaking, or the fun lumberjack show. Stroll along the historic Creek Street, a colorful boardwalk filled with local shops, seafood spots, and unique Alaskan souvenirs.
Next, ride the Cape Fox Funicular up the hill for amazing panoramic views and a relaxing café break. Walk back down if you want to enjoy the rainforest scenery and peaceful trails.
On your way, stop by the Totem Heritage Center to see one of the largest collections of 19th-century totem poles.
Finish with a scenic walk along the creek (the “married man’s trail”), where you might spot salmon jumping the fish ladder, and wrap up at Dolly’s House Museum for a bit of local history.
Day 4 : Icy Strait Point, Alaska
Go whale watching in Point Adolphus and sea lion spotting . Or gear up to go soaring over mountain forests on the world’s longest zip line. Life here is all about the thrill factor.
Day 5 : Sitka, Alaska
Sitka truly offers the best of Alaska. Its small-town appeal stems from a unique blend of Russian, Tlingit and American history. Volcanic Mount Edgecumbe is postcard-worthy and its rare wildlife includes orange-beaked puffins. Whether you’re hiking Baranof Island trails or listening to tribal stories passed down for generations, in Sitka the midnight sun never sets on adventure.
Day 6 : Skagway, Alaska
Once the starting point for gold stampeders heading for the promised land of the Yukon, Skagway symbolizes the spirit of Alaska. And now — it’s your turn to hunt for bold. Embark on the trail of the fortune seekers on a vintage train ride with dramatic, sweeping views at every turn. Trek through the dense rainforest and windswept valleys of Chilkoot Trail and follow in the footsteps of Klondike pioneers. Or stroll the charming downtown streets studded with historical buildings. Whatever you get up to in Skagway, it’ll be a day you’ll never forget.
Day 7 : Hubbard Glacier, Alaska
At 76 miles long and seven miles wide, North America’s largest tidewater glacier makes even the largest ships in the region feel small. Watch massive chunks of Hubbard Glacier’s translucent blue ice crash into the bay with a bang like a cannon shot, a sound the Tlingit people call “White Thunder.”
Day 8 : Seward, Alaska
With the Kenai Peninsula as its backyard, Seward serves as a spectacular outdoor playground. You can hike Caines Head Trail’s pebbled beaches and mountain bike Lost Lake Trail’s alpine meadows. Reel in trophy-size salmon on a guided sport fishing trip, or go flightseeing over bright-blue Exit Glacier. In Seward, adventure stems out from every direction.
Day 8 -10 : 3 Day Post Tour
Tour Day 1
After a short tour of historic Seward, travel by deluxe motor coach to Anchorage. There’s time to stroll downtown and enjoy the Anchorage Museum before continuing deep into the interior. From 5:00 p.m., Denali is yours to discover. Optional excursions include a flightseeing tour over the Alaska Range or river rafting. Overnight at Denali Park Village.
Tour Day 2
The Denali Natural History Tour takes you into the park looking for wildlife. Then travel to the charmingly offbeat village of Talkeetna. On your journey to Anchorage enjoy the glass-domed cars of the Wilderness Express. Your rail experience will travel either from Denali to Talkeetna or Talkeetna to Anchorage. From 8:30 p.m., your time in Anchorage is your own. The Big City has a lively summertime ambience, with bars, live music and an eclectic dining scene. Overnight at the Anchorage Marriott.
Tour Day 3
Your Adventure Specialist will ensure you transfer to the airport on time. (Included)
