DAY BY DAY ITINERARY

Saturday, July 19 -                     Fairbanks , AK

    This afternoon we will arrive by air to the city of Fairbanks , the city with the golden heart, where we will check into our accommodations for the next two nights. Tonight we'll enjoy ourselves at the Salmon Bake feasting on all-you-can-eat salmon, halibut and barbecue ribs. After dinner we'll walk over to Pioneer Park to see the musical revue show depicting the "golden days" in Fairbanks , in a humorous fashion. 

Sunday, July 20 -                        Fairbanks , AK

    Today we will start with breakfast. Our Riley bus will take us to the Riverboat Discovery with a cruise along the Chena and Tanana Rivers . On this cruise we'll visit an Eskimo village and learn the many cultures and how they survived. You will experience a dog sled demonstration and a possible visit with Susan Butcher's husband. Susan was a four-time lditarod winner. This afternoon we'll board a narrow gauge railroad car and learn how the gold mining was done and what methods were used to survive the below freezing temperatures. Upon arrival at the camp, we'll see demonstrations on mining and then have a chance to pan some gold for ourselves. On our drive back to Fairbanks , we will stop for a great view of the Alaskan pipeline, with our next stop being in North Pole, Alaska to visit the Santa Claus House.

Monday July 21 -                        Denali,AK

    This morning after breakfast, we will be leaving Fairbanks for Denali by motor coach. We will have a short stop in the interesting town of Nenana , where we will be entertained with a little concertina playing by Joann, who is a resident of Nenana. When we get to Denali we will board a special bus for the Natural History tour of Denali National Park . Keep an eye open for bear, moose, caribou, elk, birds and many small game. This evening you will have the option to attend the "Cabin Nite" Dinner Show.

Tuesday, July 22 -                    Anchorage , AK

    This morning you will be again treated to breakfast. You will have the option to enjoy the morning free or do an exciting trip rafting down the river. This afternoon we will depart Denali on our way to Anchorage. Hopefully the weather will cooperate to get a couple great shots of the beautiful Mount McKinley . Before we arrive in Anchorage we will make a stop in the town of Wasilla to visit the Iditarod Museum , which is the official starting point of the greatest dog sled race in the world. Our evening stay will be at the Comfort Inn in Anchorage .    

Wednesday, July 23 -              Seward , AK

    This morning we will be transferred to the town of Whittier where we will enjoy a 4 ½ hour 26 Glacier cruise through some of the most pristine passageways of Alaska 's Prince William Sound . You will travel deep into College Fjord and view Harvard and Yale Glaciers. Next, cruise to Barry Arm and then finally to Surprise Glacier in Harriman Fjord. This unique vessel cruises at 38 knots and has a top speed of 42 knots, which is equal to 50 mph land-speed. Its first-class design provides our passengers luxurious comfort and incredible viewing experiences. Journey back in time as we guide you along these remote fjords. This 135-mile tour includes narration on the history of the Chugach Natives, Athabaskan Indians and others that ventured into the Sound in centuries past. Learn about the various types of glaciers along the route and the history of the Harriman Expedition of 100 years ago that named many of the glaciers. After the cruise we will drive to our evenings stay at the Edgewater Hotel in Seward. 

Thursday, July 24 -              Anchorage , AK

    Today we will enjoy Kenai Fjords National Park . Here we will board a special boat for a tour along Resurrection Bay . This will be a highlight for many as we'll view several species of birds including puffins and eagles. We'll also watch sea lions, otters, and even Orcas and humpback whales. (Today you will have an option of going on a fishing excursion). Our two nights stay will be at the Comfort Inn in Anchorage .

Friday, July 25 -                 Anchorage , AK

    The city of Anchorage is Alaska 's largest city and is home to almost half of the state's residents. While not a dazzling metropolis, each summer the city is beautifully decorated with almost 100,000 hanging flower baskets brimming with brightly-colored blooms. Included in our visit today is the Alaska Native Heritage Center where you will hear songs and stories. Experience the tradition of dance and walk the path of yesterday. You will share the experience of a lifetime with Alaska 's first people.

Saturday, July 26 -               Home

    Today we will say goodbye to our new friends and to this spectacular place. We’re excited to go back home, but we will never forget this time in “The Last Frontier”.

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