Alaska: Deep Into the Last Frontier
14 days
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Immerse yourself in the spirit of Alaska, discovering local culture, enjoying expert lectures and exploring untamed wilderness still roamed by caribou and moose.
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Overview
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule
Highlights
- Explore trails at the base of Mendenhall Glacier, enjoy a whale watching expedition and keep an eye out for bears, moose, eagles and more in Denali National Park
- Explore native culture and crafts at the Morris Thompson Cultural Center, Anchorage Museum and Totem Heritage Center
- Under the guidance of an expert Group Leader, enjoy learning together with your group of enthusiastic fellow Road Scholars
What's this trip about?
Immerse yourself in the spirit of Alaska, discovering local culture, enjoying expert lectures and exploring untamed wilderness still roamed by caribou and moose.
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Details
Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
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End CityOperator does not provide
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Itinerary
Day
1
Check-In, Registration, Orientation, Welcome Dinner
Fairbanks, AK D Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
Activity note: Hotel check-in available from 3:00 p.m.
Afternoon: As you arrive at the airport, please pick up your welcome packets from the ...
Day
2
Morris Thompson Cultural Center, Museum of the North (UA)
Fairbanks, AK B,L,D Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
Activity note: Group will walk 1/2 mile from the hotel to the Morris Thompson Cultural Center. A bus will transport us to the Museum of ...
Day
3
Transfer to Denali, Welcome to the Sub Arctic
Denali National Park, AK B,L,D McKinley Chalet Resort
Activity note: The coach trip to Denali from Fairbanks is 3 1/2 hours long. We will take a break mid-trip to allow you to stretch your legs.
Breakfast: At the...
Day
4
Heart of Denali National Park, Wildlife Viewing
Denali National Park, AK B,L,D McKinley Chalet Resort
Activity note: Early transfer from the lodge. Group will depart the Chalet between 5:30 and 6:30 am. Full day field trip by motorcoach, about 6-8 hours.
Bre...
Day
5
Train to Anchorage, Hurricane Gulch, Denali (Mount McKinley)
Anchorage, AK B,L,D Westmark Anchorage Hotel
Activity note: The train trip (via the McKinley Explorer train) from Denali to Anchorage takes approximately 8 hours. During the rail trip you will be able t...
Day
6
Anchorage Museum, Turnagain Arm, Wildlife Center
Seward, AK B,L,D Windsong Lodge
Activity note: The group walk to the Anchorage museum and back to the hotel is about a half mile each way. Afternoon coach trip will be approximately 2 1/2 hours long with a break at...
Day
7
Behind the Scenes at Alaska Sealife Center, Ship Embarkation
At Sea B,L,D MS Noordam
Activity note: Group will take a shuttle from the lodge to the Alaska Sealife center. After visiting the Alaska Sealife Center, the group will catch a shuttle to the cruise ship ...
Day
8
At Sea, Road Scholar Staff Presentations
At Sea B,L,D MS Noordam
Activity note: Road Scholar staff will provide lectures relating to Alaska in our meeting space. Opportunities for ship activities will also be available and Road Scholar staff will make adjustments...
Day
9
Nature Interpretation in Glacier Bay, Tidewater Glaciers
Glacier Bay, AK B,L,D MS Noordam
Activity note: Learn fascinating features of Glacier Bay. Spend time out on deck to watch for wildlife and enjoy the glacial scenery. Meet a Huna Tlingit cultural ambassador...
Day
10
Haines, Skagway, White Pass & Yukon Railway
Haines, AK B,L,D MS Noordam
Activity note: Late in the morning we take a ferry to Skagway. Ramps can be steep for getting on and off the ferry; ride about 1 hour. Walking about ½ mile on town sidewalks. Train ride ...
Day
11
Eagles, Whales, Seals, Mendenhall Glacier, Free Time Juneau
Juneau, AK B,L,D MS Noordam
Activity note: Trails at Mendenhall Glacier are uneven and unpaved. Walking about 1 mile round trip, approx. 1 hour depending on how long one stays to view the glacier. There...
Day
12
Ketchikan Totems, Visit Saxman Mayor
Ketchikan, AK B,L,D MS Noordam
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Breakfast: Onboard the ship.
Mo...
Day
13
At Sea, Canadian Waters, Road Scholar Staff Presentation
At Sea B,L,D MS Noordam
Activity note: A lecture onboard. Opportunities for ship activities. Discuss disembarkation procedures in the afternoon.
Breakfast: Onboard the ship.
Morning: This morning...
Day
14
Vancouver – BC, Program Concludes
Vancouver, BC B
Breakfast: Onboard the ship.
Morning: Early morning arrival in Vancouver at Canada Place Pier. Disembark and transfer to the airport or to area hotels if staying over. This concludes our program. We hope you...
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Price From $4,995
Price per day$357
Last Updated: 9/9/2021
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Meals Included
- 38 Meals
- 13 Breakfasts
- 12 Lunches
- 13 Dinners
- The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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