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Alaska by Land Adventure June 24 – July 5, 2026
Alaska by Land Adventure June 24 – July 5, 2026

When
Jun 24th, 2026 - Jul 5th, 2026
All Day

See ALL trips offered by WNAX by clicking HERE!

If you have questions about this trip, email Steve Crawford. His email address is crawford@wnax.com.  You can also text him at 605-857-0753.
If you’re ready to reserve your seats, call 800-843-0089!

June 24 – July 5, 2026

This is your chance to spend 12 days in the wilderness of Alaska!  Everything you see in BOLD is included in the price of the trip!

Wednesday, June 24   Fly into Anchorage
Hotel in Anchorage

Thursday, June 25  Travel from Anchorage to Talkeetna via motor coach, then climb aboard the train to Denali National Park and Preserve via Alaska Railroad – Adventure class!  See beautiful terrain the entire way!
Take in the Visitor’s Center
Hotel in Denali Park

Friday, June 26
Morning: Explore Denali National Park, the highest mountain in North America! Travel the 43-mile Denali Park Road via Denali Park Transit Bus to East Fork Cabin. Transit bus drivers aim to help you experience the park on your own terms. These buses stop for wildlife viewing, restroom stops and beautiful scenery, just like tour buses. The Denali Park Road parallels the Alaska Range and travels through low valleys and high mountain passes. (Wildlife can often be seen roaming on unfenced land).
Afternoon: National Park Dog Sled Demonstration (You’ll have an opportunity to meet actual sled dogs and puppies!
Hotel in Denali Park

Saturday, June 27   Travel from Denali to the shops/restaurants of Talkeetna with a Jetboat wilderness tour.  View Denali from the South View pull off; then a short hike around Reflections Lake!
Hotel in Anchorage

Sunday, June 28 Spencer Glacier Iceberg Float
The Glacier Discovery train departs Anchorage at 9:45am and travels 50 miles along the picturesque Turnagain Arm. At the arm’s end, the train turns north, passing beneath a series of hanging glaciers and through two tunnels on the way to the next stop in Whittier. The route follows the same spur track back to Portage and then into the Kenai Mountain wilderness. The train pulls into the Spencer Glacier Whistle Stop. From there, we’ll view the Spencer Glacier up close on a guided raft tour: The Spencer Glacier Iceberg Float!
Hotel in Anchorage

Monday, June 29    Shuttle along the Seward Highway. This National Scenic Byway passes through some of the most spectacular scenery in the country. Visit the Turnagain Scenic Boardwalk; stop at Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center; Visit the Alaska Sealife Center
Hotel in Seward

Tuesday, June 30     Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise; This 6-hour Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise explores the world of whales, wildlife, and glaciers found in Kenai Fjords National Park.
Hotel in Seward

Wednesday, July 1    Visit the Exit Glacier; Exit Glacier is derived from the Harding Icefield in the Kenai Mountains of Alaska and one of Kenai Fjords National Park’s major attractions. It is one of the most accessible valley glaciers in Alaska.
Music in the Park in Soldotna 6-9pm
Hotel in Kenai

Thursday, July 2    The Homer Spit is a 4.5-mile-long needle of land and is a hub of activity! Enjoy shops, restaurants and charter boats heading out into the bay!
Seldovia Wildlife tour. Seldovia is a small coastal community accessible only by boat or plane.  Visit the historic boardwalk and experience excellent views!
Hotel in Homer

Friday, July 3
A FREE Day in Homer Spit!  Choose from scores of excursions (Optional/Extra$$) offered from the Spit! A good place to start: www.alaska.org/destination/homer/day-tours
For those who don’t go on an excursion, we’ll head to the Pratt Museum. This is a natural history museum focused on the Kachemak Bay area and includes awesome hiking trails. From there, we’ll head to lunch at TBD, then to Two Sisters Bakery! Enjoy a pastry on WNAX!
Hotel in Homer

Saturday, July 4
Shuttle from Homer to Anchorage
Red eye flight home from Anchorage

Sunday, July 5
Arrive home

Price: $6,199 per person double; $5,699 per person triple; $5,399 per person quad; $7,799 per person single.

WNAX Trip Assurance is available for $350 per person.  If you must cancel your trip due to a medical emergency prior to the trip, you’ll get a 40% cash refund and 40% credit on a future trip (minus the cost of the Trip Assurance).
If you would like to purchase traditional travel insurance (which is usually a 100% refund on the trip), you should visit with your local insurance company and usually costs around 10% of your trip package.

***Itinerary subject to change***

See ALL trips offered by WNAX by clicking HERE!

If you have questions about this trip, email Steve Crawford. His email address is crawford@wnax.com.  You can also text him at 605-857-0753.
If you’re ready to reserve your seats, call 800-843-0089!

General
Itinerary and hotels are subject to change. Alternatives may be offered due to closure or unexpected events.
Tour prices are subject to increased rate until booked with a deposit.
Booking a tour indicates you have read and agree with the terms.

Air Travel
Air fare is booked at Economy class group rate. Upgrades may be requested at additional cost.
One carry-on bag, meeting the airline specifications, is included in the trip price.
Additional charges for checked bags may be imposed by the airline and is the responsibility of the traveler.
Airlines may change departure times and/or layover sites. Please check the status one day prior to the flight.

Ground Transportation
Ground transportation is provided by air-conditioned motor coach.
Seat rotation is not enforced.
If you need special accommodations or have concerns during the trip,  please speak with the host and every effort will be made to make suitable arrangements.
All items brought onto the motor coach must be kept clear of the aisle.
Please ensure luggage brought on the motor coach is not excessive and allows for all passengers to be accommodated.

Hotel Accommodations
Hotels are subject to change based on availability at time of reservation.
Elevators are not guaranteed at all properties.
Traveler is responsible for his/her luggage and may have to walk a short distance with their bag.

Special Requirements
All tours require some walking and traveler is responsible for their own luggage. Please request help from the host if needed.
If special accommodations are needed, please communicate this before booking.
Arrangements for special requirements may incur additional costs to the traveler.

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