American Experiences: Discover Alaska
Road trip through Alaska
Uncover America’s Last Frontier as you weave through breathtaking fjords and mountains. Keep an eye out for the active locals – bald eagles, moose, whales, and even bears!
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Each American Experiences trip is designed for you to craft and customize your own adventure. Pick your own date, add or remove nights, upgrade your car, reverse cities, add on activities, and more. Our team of adventure experts has curated suggestions to make your trip incredible, and our team is standing by to assist you in creating your incredible adventure.
While crafting your road trip, be assured that your package includes centrally-located hotels, a Hertz car rental, breakfast daily, free hotel WiFi, hotel parking, and an adventure all your own.
Suggested Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Anchorage
Welcome to Alaska! Pick up your rental car then head to your hotel to begin your adventure. Looking for something to fill in your first evening in the city? Consider driving out in search of moose – there are plenty of great spots to try and find them just outside the city. Or, check out the city’s thriving craft beer scene and pair it with local delicacies like reindeer sausage or king crab!
Day 2: Anchorage
For your first full day in Alaska, consider getting out into the Last Frontier to enjoy the gorgeous landscape carved out by thousands of years of glacial erosion. Perhaps join a flora and fauna nature walk in Chugach State Park for a delicious picnic lunch with a great view! Or, stay in the city and learn more about the indigenous people of Alaska on a native historic cultural tour. The narrative is yours to write!
Day 3: Anchorage to Talkeetna
In the morning, it’s up to you whether you want to explore more of Anchorage or head up to Talkeetna early! The drive is just over two hours with plenty of gorgeous sights to be seen along the way. Upon arrival, choose to join an afternoon tour to take advantage all the nearby Denali National Park has to offer. Perhaps hop a traditional covered wagon ride or go rafting down the Nenana Gorge rapids. Whatever you choose, be sure to check out the quaint downtown area of Talkeetna for an understanding of what life in inland Alaska is like.
Day 4: Talkeetna & Denali
Today is the day to explore Denali to its fullest! Perhaps join learn more about sled dogs in an off-the-grid homestead that shows you just how essential these animals are to living in such a remote location. Want something a little more active? Consider joining a longer hiking tour where a naturalist guide takes you along the wilderness trails through tundra, taiga, and boreal forest areas!
Day 5: Talkeetna to Seward
Start your journey early today as you have a long trip ahead of you! Weave your way through the rugged Alaskan landscape as you make your way past Anchorage to the coastal port of Seward. Spend your afternoon and evening strolling along the waterfront popping in and out of the charming stores that line the downtown area. Or if you visit during the summer, take advantage of Alaska’s midnight sun and have a longer day of exploration in the town of Homer that offers beautiful fjord views and great restaurants lining the water.
Day 6: Seward
Today, consider joining a day-long tour of the area. There’s so much to see right around Seward from oceanic wildlife to thousand year old glaciers, and you decide to write the script for your adventure – so, what’s the best that can happen? Perhaps hop on a Kenai Fjords National Park cruise to float past icebergs and spot bald eagles. Or, head to nearby Exit Glacier for ice-hiking options! Looking to stay on solid land? Seward is the Mural Capital of Alaska and for any art-lover, they’re definitely worth checking out!
Day 7: Farewell
Today, head back to Anchorage for your flight home after an amazing road trip through Alaska!
Add-On Adventures
Anchorage: Wilderness, Wildlife & Glacier Experience
Get out of the city and deeper into the Alaskan wilderness than is typical on a sightseeing tour. This small-group tour takes you to Chugach National Forest, Beluga Point, Portage Glacier, and more to spot brown bears, wolves, bison, and belugas. Enjoy live commentary and learn about the unique landscapes of Alaska from your expert guide.
Starting at $185 per person
Anchorage: Summer Valley and Forest Hike
This is a great option for those interested in a moderate hiking option. This hike is located in a deep, glacially carved valley with a Boreal Forest setting, offering opportunity to see different types of lichen, trees, and wildlife. All around, fantastic hike!
Starting at $149 per person
Anchorage: Alaska Native Historic Cultural City Tour
Tour Includes: Most of Anchorage’s popular sites in town including Earthquake Exhibits, Anchorage historic district, Alaska Wild Berry Products, Alaska Sausage & Seafood, Potter Marsh, one of the most accessible and scenic wildlife viewing areas in Anchorage, the Alaska Native Hospital where you will see one of Alaska’s largest collection of Native and for those who decide to extend their tour a stop at the Alaska Native Heritage Center.
Starting at $59 per person
Anchorage: Flora and Fauna Nature Walk
Barbara Falls is hands down the best waterfall in the Chugach State Park, and definitely a must-see if you are spending a day in Anchorage. Experience incredible diversity among the vegetation in a deep, glacially carved, boreal rain-forest. This is a great way to spend a brief moment in the wild, and have the rest of your day to spend in Anchorage!
Starting at $99 per person
Denali: Intimate Visit of an Alaskan Homestead with Sled Dogs
Get an authentic look at an Alaska homestead and meet a team of sled dogs on this unique homestead tour. Located off the grid, this homestead keeps sled dogs for daily chores and companionship. This gives dog lovers a chance to see the integral role sled dogs play in Alaska living.
Starting at $74 per person
Denali: Paddle Rafting in the Nenana Gorge
Seize the chance to try white water rafting in one of the world’s prime locations—Alaska’s River Nenana gorge in Denali National Park—on this half-day paddle rafting adventure. With a guide on board to give instructions, conquer the Nenana’s foaming Class III-IV rapids, paddling downstream against a backdrop of Denali’s pinewoods and peaks. All necessary equipment and a choice of departure times are provided for ease and convenience.
Starting at $116 per person
Denali: National Park Walking Tour
Few places on Earth rival the grandeur of Denali National Park. This 3-hour hike, led by a naturalist guide, is limited to just seven people for a more personalized experience. Perfect for the first-time visitor, the experience is offered in the morning, afternoon or under the midnight sun (twilight), allowing you to explore the boreal Alaska Range forest at a time that suits you best.
Starting at $116 per person
Denali: Hiking Tour
Hike with an experienced, naturalist guide and small group through the wilderness trails of Denali National Park. The 5-hour experience showcases the tundra, taiga and boreal forest that has made Denali a mecca for wilderness adventurers the world over. Listen to narration to understand the parks botany, geology and history as you focus on the nature all around you — not the logistics or your map.
Starting at $154 per person
Seward: Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise
Watch the Alaskan wilderness awaken on this 6-hour morning cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park from Seward. Aboard a warm and spacious vessel customized for comfort, cruise past alpine and tidewater glaciers among the fjords and take in a bounty of wildlife sightings, including whales, sea lions and birds. Enjoy a delicious lunch on board, and visit the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge for great views of seabird rookeries. Don’t miss one of Alaska’s most popular wildlife and glacier cruises!
Starting at $167 per person
Seward: Tonsina Point Kayak and Rainforest Exploration
Experience the beauty of Resurrection Bay, its abundant marine life and beautiful glacial vistas on this Seward kayaking excursion from Lowell Point. On this trip we paddle the shoreline of Resurrection Bay, where encounters with sea otters, sea birds, bald eagles and leaping salmon are common. Our day will include a paddle along the coastline and walking through a temperate rain forest. We’ll explore Tonsina Point with its ghost forest, late season salmon stream and beautiful mountain views from its beach. Enjoy a picnic lunch and possibly a visit to a waterfall.
Starting at $155 per person
Seward: Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half-Day Wildlife Cruise
Treat yourself to an abundance of wildlife viewing with this 3.5-hour Kenai Fjords cruise in Resurrection Bay from Seward Harbor. Travel 55 miles (round-trip) along a rugged coastline and snap plenty of memorable photos as you sail past Bear Glacier. Sail close to sea lion colonies and seabird rookeries, and keep your eyes peeled for whales, sea otters, Dall’s porpoises, eagles and mountain goats
Starting at $103 per person
Seward: Wilderness Hiking
Follow the scenic trails around Seward on a guided small-group nature hike suited to your fitness level and preferences. Trek through the beautiful Alaskan wilderness and see glacial lakes, snow-capped mountains, and alpine tundra. Learn about the area’s history and keep an eye out for wildlife, including bears, moose, and lynx. Your tour includes bottled water, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Seward.
Starting at $130 per person
Seward: Harding Icefield Hiking Adventure
Make the most of your time in Seward by hiking into the Kenai Fjords National Park during this full-day excursion. Don’t worry about getting lost, as you’ll be accompanied by a professional backcountry wilderness guide throughout, meaning you can instead focus on enjoying your picturesque surroundings, including the Harding Icefield.
Starting at $139 per person
Seward: Resurrection Bay Kayaking Adventure
This is your opportunity for us to show you first-hand the beauty of Seward, Lowell Point, and Resurrection Bay. While making our way to our kayaking location, learn about life in Seward, both past and present, from your driver-guide, who will narrate as we make our way through town. As we leave the paved streets of Seward, we’ll travel along the shoreline of Resurrection Bay on the gravel surface of Lowell Road. We’ll view turquoise blue waters and beautiful mountain vistas while we travel comfortably by van to our private beach. Upon reaching our launch location, you’ll meet your kayaking guides for a quick briefing before heading out onto the water. It’s common to encounter sea otters, harbor seals, bald eagles and leaping salmon as we kayak. We may stop to take a short walk on the beach along Tonsina Creek to view a salmon spawning stream (active mid-July to early-September). This the perfect trip for those experiencing kayaking for the first time or for those short on time.
Starting at $99 per person
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