ALASKA’S NATIONAL PARKS & ARCTIC CIRCLE
Visit first-hand six of Alaska’s eight national parks on this small-group experience into some of Alaska’s most remote locations. Visit authentic and rural Alaska Native villages, the historic Kennecott Mine, view wildlife and glaciers by boat, rail, flightseeing, and motorcoach. This experience includes remote national parks such as Katmai, Gates of the Arctic, and Lake Clark, and two nights each overnight in the heart of both Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Denali National Park.
- Scenic flight over the Brook’s Range and Alaska Native cultural visits in Gates of the Arctic National Park
- Witness the massive coastal brown bears at Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park
- Embark on a wildlife adventure, staying 92 miles deep into the heart of Denali National Park
- Experience the mining history and era of the Kennecott Mine in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
- View glaciers and wildlife on a cruise in Kenai Fjords National Park
- Flightseeing, hiking, and exploration by boat in Lake Clark National Park
Included land highlights:
Anchorage City Tour
Katmai National Park
Brooks Falls Bear Viewing
Lake Clark National Park
Lake Clark Guided Boat Tour
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
Wrangell Mountains Flightseeing Tour
Kennecott Mine Tour
Trail Breaker Kennel Experience
Arctic Circle Crossing
Gates of the Arctic National Park
Anaktuvuk Pass Native Village Visit
Utqiagvik Native Village Visit and Tour
Alaska Railroad – GoldStar Service
92-Mile Denali National Park Wildlife Tour into Kantishna
Anchorage Museum
Kenai Fjords National Park Day Cruise
Alaska SeaLife Center
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Accommodations:
4 Nights – Hotel Captain Cook, Anchorage
2 Nights – Kennicott Glacier Lodge, McCarthy
2 Nights – Bear Lodge, Fairbanks
2 Nights – Denali Backcountry, Denali National Park
1 Night – Talkneetna Alaskan Lodge, Talkeetna
2 Nights – Harbor 360 Hotel, Seward
Active Rating:
MODERATE SOFT ADVENTURE
Must be able to: board small aircrafts, walk over a mile, climb several flights of stairs
Included Meals:
38
Breakfast, lunch & dinner on all full tour days, plus arrival day dinner and departure day breakfast
Itinerary
Welcome to Anchorage! A John Hall’s Alaska representative greets all guests on arrival, transferring to luxury accommodations and home for the next three evenings. Join fellow travelers for a welcome reception and dinner.
Dinner
Over the next two days, the group splits in half and flies via small aircraft to a different national park each day – Katmai and Lake Clark. If it’s Katmai day, enjoy a flightseeing tour to Katmai National Park, arriving via floatplane at the iconic Brooks Camp leading to Brooks Falls. From an elevated viewing platform, witness brown bears feeding on salmon on the edge of the falls. During salmon season, as many as 50 brown bears reside along the mile-and-a-half-long Brooks River.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Due to road accessibility into Lake Clark National Park & Preserve, travel requires flying aboard a small aircraft. This day trip features a guided boat tour, hiking, and a chance to visit the Lake Clark National Park visitor center. Lake Clark preserves the ancestral homelands of the Dena’ina people in this rich wilderness of volcanoes, mountains, alpine tundra and glacial lakes. Spend a few hours exploring the area before flying back to Anchorage.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel the Glenn Highway before boarding a small plane on a flightseeing trip into the heart of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. Land in the old mining towns (and Alaska’s most famous ghost town) of Kennicott-McCarthy and transfer to quaint Kennicott Glacier Lodge – with views of Kennicott Glacier from the porch.
*Accommodations may include a shared bath. The lodge was chosen for its glacier views, quality of cuisine, and service, which cannot be duplicated elsewhere in town.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Explore the Kennecott Mines today, a National Historic Landmark. Discover the mine’s outbuildings, including the historic leaching and power plant. Entrance to all 14 levels of the mine is dependent upon the National Park Service, a guide will inform visitors of what to expect. This afternoon, catch up on a little R&R or explore at leisure.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a 40-minute flight over the Wrangell Mountains, return to the outskirts of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park to board the luxury motorcoach and continue north on the Richardson Highway, Alaska’s first highway, to Fairbanks. Follow the Trans-Alaska Pipeline along a section fewer than 5% of visitors get to experience. Stop in Delta Junction before reaching the golden city of Fairbanks. End the day at Trail Breaker Kennel – home of the late four-time Iditarod champion Susan Butcher – for dinner, a presentation on The Iditarod, and time with the pups.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early this morning, cross the Arctic Circle while traveling to the Alaska Native village of Anaktuvuk Pass, located in the Gates of the Arctic National Park. After the visit, fly to the northernmost Iñupiat village of Utqiaġvik (formerly Barrow). Learn about this arctic coastal settlement, meet locals, see the famous whalebone arch, and dip a toe – or try a full polar bear plunge – in the Arctic Ocean before returning to Fairbanks.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a busy seven days, it’s time to relax. This morning, board the Alaska Railroad’s glass-domed GoldStar railcars and enjoy breakfast with a view on the journey towards Denali National Park. Upon arrival, board the bus for a journey 92 miles through the incredible scenery and wildlife of Denali National Park to reach Kantishna, the home for two evenings. Denali Backcountry Lodge is situated at the end of the Park Road, a once mining road, alongside the river for a quaint, unique and ultimate Denali National Park experience.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wake up in the heart of the wilderness. The six-million-acre Denali National Park and Denali Backcountry Lodge are situation with prime viewing opportunities for Mount Denali. Spend the day at leisure taking in a guided hike, visiting iconic Wonder Lake, gold panning or simply relaxing in the pristine and tranquil environment that few take the time to experience. All meals will be served at the lodge today.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After an early morning, journey 92 miles to the entrance of Denali National Park, keeping eyes open for wildlife along the route. Enjoy lunch before boarding the motorcoach for a journey south to Talkeetna. Settle into the accommodations for this evening overlooking the south side of Mount Denali.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel back to Anchorage for lunch and a visit to the Anchorage Museum. This afternoon, journey down the Seward Highway along spectacular Turnagain Arm, keeping an eye out for beluga whales as the motorcoach travels along. The accommodations for the next two evenings offer stunning 360-degree views of Resurrection Bay.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Grab a camera and get ready to spot some wildlife. During an 8.5-hour cruise into Kenai Fjords National Park, visit several glaciers before returning to Seward for the evening. Keep an eye out for whales, seals and so many more species along the spectacular scenery of Kenai Fjords National Park.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend time at the Alaska SeaLife Center before returning to Anchorage. In route, visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Enjoy an evening in downtown Anchorage and farewell dinner with traveling companions.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, transfer to the Anchorage airport.
Breakfast
Departures and Pricing
Per Person Pricing Includes: Accommodations; fully-guided service; luxury land and small plane transportation; airport transfers; daily activities and tours; meals, baggage handling, and corresponding gratuities; taxes; and personalized John Hall’s Alaska’s signature windbreaker.
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2027 Tour Savings
Booking Discount
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Check Discount
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HOW TO RESERVE THIS TOUR
A deposit of $1,000.00 USD per person is required within ten days of booking your reservation. Deposits are fully refundable up until 90 days prior to departure.
Mastercard, Visa, Discover, American Express, and personal checks are acceptable forms of deposit payment. To confirm your space by credit card, please contact our office: 800.325.2270 or book online using the link at the top of the page.
ARRANGING YOUR FLIGHTS
LAND: This tour begins and ends in Anchorage, Alaska. Flights must arrive before 4pm on Day 1; early check-in cannot be guaranteed before 4pm. On Day 14, flights may depart Anchorage after 8am.
LINDBLAD EXPEDITIONS POST-TOUR: If adding the small vessel experience to a John Hall’s Alaska land tour, your flight from Anchorage to Sitka is included in your package price. Flights may depart Juneau after 12 pm on the last day.
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