Alaska: 4-Day Summer Season Essentials Tour | Anchorage | Whittier | Hatcher Pass | Talkeetna | Denali |

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Product Code: 486342

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Explore the old naval port town of Whittier and have the opportunity to take a Glacier Cruise and observe close-up the magnificent sight of pieces of a glacier falling into the ocean
    • Alaskan locals hide a nice summer resort, natural oxygen bar Hatcher Pass, visit the vintage gold mine heritage park, taste local fresh beer
    • Visit a gold rush town, view the huge mountain Denali, and have the opportunity to see Denali and the majestic Alaska Range close up from a flightseeing plane
    • Stay in a quality international chain hotel, with breakfast and free wi-fi included
Tour Code
486342
Duration
4 day
Departure City
Anchorage
End City
Anchorage
Language
Chinese

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Outdoor Adventure, Natural Landscapes

Explore the world with an active and adrenaline pumping adventures like diving, snorkeling, camping, hiking and so on. ; Natural beauty, scenic views.

Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Standard Group Tour

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Itinerary

The sequence of activities in this tour itinerary is subject to change based on the tour departure date, weather conditions, etc., but the content of the tour will not change. The below sequence is provided for reference only and may not match your final itinerary.
Day 01
Anchorage

Arrive in Anchorage

Hotel: Holiday Inn Express Anchorage / Alex Hotel & Suites Anchorage Airport / Upgraded hotel: The Lakefront Millennium Anchorage/Crowne Plaza Anchorage-Midtown or similar

Meal: Breakfast: excluded Lunch: excluded Dinner: excluded

Today you will arrive in Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city. This is the economic center and transportation hub of “The Last Frontier.” After arriving, check into your hotel to rest (check-in is available after 3pm at all local hotels).

   

Meal

  • Breakfast: excluded
  • Lunch: excluded
  • Dinner: excluded
Day 02
Anchorage

Anchorage - Whittier - Anchorage

Hotel: Holiday Inn Express Anchorage / Alex Hotel & Suites Anchorage Airport / Upgraded hotel: The Lakefront Millennium Anchorage/Crowne Plaza Anchorage-Midtown or similar

Meal: Breakfast: included Lunch: excluded Dinner: excluded

Leave from the hotel around 9:30 in the morning, and travel to the old naval port town of Whittier. On the way you can enjoy the picturesque scenery of lofty mountains, icy glaciers, crystal clear lakes, and the twisting ocean shoreline of Turnagain Arm. Just before arriving in Whittier, you'll pass through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel, the longest double-use highway and railroad tunnel in the U.S. at 4.05 km. Once in Whittier, visit the famous Begich Towers residential building (outside only) and take in the naval port town scenery (about 20 min. total). While in Whittier you have the opportunity to go on a Glacier & Marine Life Cruise* (at additional expense, it is suggested that you book in advance). Estimated return to Anchorage is between 8:00-8:30pm.

   

Whittier:

One of the most interesting towns in Alaska, Whittier was a naval port during the Cold War. After the naval facilities were abandoned, they were converted into Begich Towers, the most unique residential building in America. Most of the 200-some residents of the town live in the building, and there is also a school, post office, and supermarket inside. Whittier is also the gateway to access many famous glaciers, and is surrounded by 3,500 ft. (1,067 m) tall mountains. It was first chosen as the site for a military base in World War 2, and today has evolved into a world-class cruise ship port, attracting visitors from all over the world.

   

Optional Activity: Glacier & Marine Life Cruise* (about 5 hours total, includes western-style box lunch, narration in English) Board the boat around noon, and start soaking up the magnificent snow-capped mountains and glaciers of Prince William Sound. The glaciers end in steep cliffs of ice, and when sunlight hits the ice, it seems to glow from within. When you hear a glacier let out a deep rumble, you may witness pieces of the glacier falling off into the water. You'll be able to observe up-close floating icebergs and where the glaciers meet the sea, and have the opportunity to see all types of marine animals (such as sea lions, sea otters, and seals) as well as birds. It is suggested that you bring a warm jacket, hat, etc.

     

Visiting Attractions

  • Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
  • Whittier Town Whittier Town

Meal

  • Breakfast: included
  • Lunch: excluded
  • Dinner: excluded
Day 03
Anchorage

Anchorage - Hatcher Pass - Anchorage

Hotel: Holiday Inn Express Anchorage / Alex Hotel & Suites Anchorage Airport / Upgraded hotel: The Lakefront Millennium Anchorage/Crowne Plaza Anchorage-Midtown or similar

Meal: Breakfast: included Lunch: excluded Dinner: excluded

Leave from the hotel around 9:30 in the morning, and travel to the scenic Hatcher Pass, between the towns of Willow and Palmer, the Hatcher Pass area is extremely rich in plant resources and is a paradise for locals and self-driving enthusiasts, with alpine glacial lakes and beautiful wildflowers dotted between the mountains, without losing the grandeur of Alaska. Along the way, head to Independence Mine State Historical Park, the abandoned gold mine is no longer the grand event of the past, and now it welcomes tourists with its unique retro style. Then we'll visit a small local brewery, and in the American beer industry, Alaska is a place that can't be ignored, the local brewery brands have their own characteristics. Not only can we learn a little about Alaska's local beer making, but we can also sample fresh craft beers (tasting is at your own expense, only 21 years old can drink alcohol, please show ID at that time). Estimated return to Anchorage is between 17:00-17:30. 

Meal

  • Breakfast: included
  • Lunch: excluded
  • Dinner: excluded
Day 04
Anchorage

Anchorage - Talkeetna - Anchorage - Home

Meal: Breakfast: included Lunch: excluded Dinner: excluded

Leave from the hotel at around 9:00 in the morning, and travel to the gold rush town of Talkeetna, at the foot of Denali. Once you've arrived, head to the Denali National Park Talkeetna Ranger Station to get your official park stamp (about 15 min.), then get a look at Denali from a viewing platform (about 15 min.). You'll also have time to freely explore the unique restaurants, art galleries, cafes, and antique-themed shops. If you want to get a close look at Denali, you can choose to do an optional Denali Flightseeing Tour* (at additional expense, can be booked in advance) or Talkeetna Speedboat Tour* (at additional expense, can be booked in advance). Due to time constraints, it is only possible to choose one of these two activities. Estimated return to Anchorage is between 7:00-7:30pm. At additional expense, you can upgrade to the Alaska Glass Dome Sightseeing Train* for the return journey. If you choose this option, you'll arrive at the Anchorage train station at around 8pm, and your guide will pick you up and return you to the hotel.  

   

Today your tour ends, and it is time to say goodbye to beautiful Alaska.

Talkeetna:

This town was once an extremely lively center of gold rush activity, and today continues to showcase the spirit and style of pioneer Alaska. The main street is lined with small log cabins and antique storefronts. Talkeetna is not only the gateway to Denali and the setting-out point for mountaineers, it's also a nature lover's paradise.

   

Optional Activities: 

 1) Denali Flightseeing Tour* (About 1 to 1.5 hours roundtrip, English narration)

Ride in a small flightseeing plane and get a bird's-eye view of snow-covered Denali and the majestic Alaska Range. If weather conditions permit, you will have the opportunity to land on a glacier and personally experience being surrounded by the snowy mountains.

2) Talkeetna Speedboat Tour* (About 2 hours roundtrip, English narration) 

Your boat captain will take you on a river-based tour, with views of the wilderness scenery on each bank. Here you are less than 100 km (about 60 miles) from Denali, the highest peak in North America. As you travel through the forests surrounding the Susitna River, immerse yourself in the wonders of nature and gaze at the high peak reaching into the sky. When the weather is clear, you'll be blown away by the view. The tour includes a visit to an Alaska Native hunting camp.

3) Alaska Glass Dome Sightseeing Train* (Talkeetna – Anchorage, 5 - 8pm, no accompanying guide) 

The train is equipped with comfortable seats and a glass dome ceiling that allows for 180° views. You'll personally experience the scenic Alaska rail route first established during the gold rush era over a hundred years ago and have plenty of opportunity to photograph the beautiful scenery you pass.

   

   

Visiting Attractions

  • Denali National Park & Preserve Denali National Park & Preserve
  • Talkeetna Town Talkeetna Town
  • Mount McKinley Mount McKinley

Meal

  • Breakfast: included
  • Lunch: excluded
  • Dinner: excluded
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Own Expenses

Day Activity Price Additional Information
D2 Glacier & Marine Life Cruise $215/adult $150/child(2-11) includes western-style box lunch, narration in English
D4 Talkeetna Speedboat Tour Adult:$98/person Chlid: $72/person (Age: 2-12) The round-trip journey takes about 2 hours and is conducted in English.
D4 Denali Flightseeing Tour (including land on a glacier) Adult:$388/person Child:$272/person(Age: 0-10) The round-trip journey takes about 1.5 hours and is conducted in English. After successful landfall, an additional US$15 per person will be charged on-site for the entrance fee to Denali National Park.
D4 Denali Flightseeing Tour (no landing on glacier) Adult:$270/person Child:$189/person(Age: 0-10) The round-trip journey takes about 1 hour and is conducted in English Choose this one or choose the Denali Mountain Scenic Flight (including glacier landing).
D4 Alaska Glass Dome Sightseeing Train (Talkeetna -Anchorage) Adult: $155/ person Child:: $85/person (2-11 years) Talkeetna - Anchorage, 5 - 8pm, no accompanying guide
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.

Pick-up Details / Transfers

24-hour free hotel shuttle:
- The Information Center next to the baggage claim area in the Anchorage airport provides free calls to hotels. After you arrive, please contact your hotel to arrange to be picked up by the shuttle. The hotels only accept shuttle bookings from guests that have already arrived at the airport. There is no way to make an advance reservation.
- When you book the hotel shuttle, please provide the hotel with your personal information: full name (in pinyin), number of people, etc.
- After you make the booking, the hotel shuttle will take around 30 minutes to arrive at the airport
- Hotel shuttle pick-up location: Anchorage International Airport, outside the arrivals area, designated hotel shuttle pick-up area.
- T-Mobile cell service cannot be used in some part of Alaska. If your cell service provider is T-Mobile, please contact T-Mobile customer service in advance, or provide an alternate contact number.
Anchorage taxi information:
- Taxi pick-up location: Anchorage International Airport, outside the arrivals area, designated taxi pick-up area.
- From the airport to most Anchorage hotels, the cost is about $15-30 per taxi.
Departure notes:
- At most local hotels check-out time is 12:00pm. Please confirm the check-out time with your hotel.
- On the last day of your itinerary, please check out of your hotel and store your luggage before your tour that day begins.
- If you wish to remain in Anchorage after your tour ends, you can book an extended hotel stay in advance.
- If you are leaving on the last day of your itinerary, please book a flight leaving after 11pm, in order to ensure ample time to complete your tour that day.
- For domestic flights, please arrive at the airport at least 2 hours in advance.
- All booking include one free transfer to the airport on your hotel's 24-hour airport shuttle. Please arrange this in advance with the hotel staff. Information needed for shuttle booking: room number, full name (in pinyin), number of people, and departure time.

 

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Hotels described in the itinerary, or equivalent hotels
    • Local guide/driver service
    • Tour bus service, with the specific vehicle type determined by the size of the group
    • Attraction entrance fees noted in the itinerary
    • Hotel breakfasts and meals listed as included in the itinerary

Package Excludes

    • Transportation to/from Alaska, and transportation within Alaska that is not included in the itinerary
    • Optional activities and entrance fees not included in the itinerary
    • Lunch, dinner, and other meals noted in the itinerary as not included
    • Tipping recommend standard is $20/person/day. Please pay tips to your guide on the day of your tour, to express your respect and gratitude for their work
    • Other expenses not mentioned in the itinerary or agreement

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation made within:

  • 0 - 12 Days Prior to Departure Date - Non-refundable
  • 13 - 22 Days Prior to Departure Date - 50% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 23 - 32 Days Prior to Departure Date - 70% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 33 or More Days - 95% of total purchase amount can be refunded
Please Note:
Amendment Policy: 
- If you are unable to participate in the tour due to transportation issues, a government shutdown, illness, accident, sudden changes in weather, or other unforeseen and unpreventable personal circumstances, it is suggested that you transfer the booked itinerary to someone else. Our company can change the name on the booking for free. If you decide to change or postpone your itinerary, we will do our best to minimize the loss to you, but there are some costs we are not able to recover. Thus, changes will be made in accordance with the following policy:
- For changes or postponements made more than 32 days ahead of the tour date, no fee will be charged.
- For changes or postponements made within 32 days of the tour date, after deducting the fee for the first night at the hotel and fees for activities that have already been booked, the remainder of your payment will be applied to the cost of your new itinerary.

 

Special Notes

    Minimum 2 pax are required.
    Know before you book
    1.This tour is led by a local Chinese-speaking guide (except where otherwise noted). The minimum number of people for each tour is four; please check in advance about whether the minimum has been reached.
    2.We strongly suggest that you wait to buy plane tickets until after you receive your confirmation from us.
    3.Please provide us with your flight information and phone number at least 10 days ahead of your tour departure. Otherwise, we will be unable to send you the final confirmation. 
    4.If you do not provide our company with your correct flight information in time, and as a result we do not have a car and staff member available, we reserve the right to refuse any free airport pick-up or drop-off service originally offered. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
    5.Alaska fire code does not permit adding extra beds in hotel rooms. All hotel rooms have either one or two beds.
    6.This product is priced as a package tour. If you are unable to participate in some of the tour activities or unable to use any part of the itinerary or included services, we are unable to give any refunds.

    Know before you go
    1. This tour requires you to bring a photo ID, such as a foreign passport with an American visa, or an American driver’s license.
    2. The sequence of activities in this tour itinerary is subject to change based on the tour departure date, weather conditions, etc., but the content of the tour will not change. The sequence in the above itinerary is provided for reference only, may not match your final itinerary.
    3. Different guides are assigned to each day tour, so each day you will have a different guide leading your tour.
    4. If there are discrepancies between any time stated in the itinerary and the time given by your guide, please meet at the time your guide has informed you of.
    5. Some places in Alaska can be relatively cold in summer. Please bring warm clothes, such as a wind and water-proof jacket, fleece jacket, hat, scarf, etc.
    6. Summer tours in Alaska primarily involve outdoor natural attractions. During your tour please follow the instructions of your guide in order to stay safe and protect the natural environment.
    7. Alaska has many scenic views that can be seen from the road. When stopping by the side of the road to take in the scenery, do not linger or take pictures in the middle of the road. Guests must take responsibility for any accidents caused by such behavior.
    8. Minors under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult or provide a wavier signed by a legal guardian.
    9. If you didn’t book any optional activities available on the tour in advance, you can talk with your guide about booking these activities. In this case payment must be made in cash.
    10. Please be aware, if you are not able to meet your guide at the appointed time and place due to personal reasons (including but not limited to illness, accidents, running late, etc.), and thus miss the chance to board the bus and cannot participate in the tour, we are afraid we cannot refund your fee for that day.
    - Please arrive at the pick-up location least 10 to 15 minutes early.
    - You may call us within 1 to 2 days of your tour to confirm the pick-up time and location.
    11. If, due to unpreventable circumstances (including but not limited to: natural disasters, political and social situations, accidents and malfunctions, road closures, etc.), adjustments must be made to the tour in order to protect the safety and welfare of all guests in the tour group, our company reserves the right to take measures including changing the time or content of the tour or even canceling some or all tour activities. The related tour fees cannot be refunded, and any additional costs incurred (i.e. extended hotel stay, transportation, meals, plane ticket changes) must be borne by the guests.
    - Natural disasters: flood, earthquake, hail, snowstorm, tsunami, etc.
    - Political & social situations: war, shutdown, protest, regime change, policy change, terrorist attack, etc.
    - Accidents and malfunctions: tour bus or other transportation equipment malfunction, sudden damage to recreational equipment, traffic accident or other blockage of roads, etc.
    - Road closures: roads impassable due to weather conditions, traffic accidents, etc.
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Notice

- This tour is led by a local Chinese-speaking guide who can speak English as well. The minimum number of people for each tour is two(The maximum number of people for each tour is 14); please check in advance about whether the minimum has been reached.
- We strongly suggest that you wait to buy plane tickets until after you receive your confirmation from us.
Please provide us with your flight information and phone number at least 10 days ahead of your tour departure. Otherwise, we will be unable to send you the final confirmation.
- If you do not provide our company with your correct flight information in time, and as a result we do not have a car and staff member available, we reserve the right to refuse any free airport pick-up or drop-off service originally offered. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
- Alaska fire code does not permit adding extra beds in hotel rooms. All hotel rooms have either one or two beds.
- This product is priced as a package tour. If you are unable to participate in some of the tour activities or unable to use any part of the itinerary or included services, we are unable to give any refunds.
 

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple/Quadruple Occupancy applies when two/three/four people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Child enjoys the same price as adult of this tour, but if you bring children to participate in optional tour, please contact customer service to modify the difference in the price of your own items.
* Child enjoys the same price as adult as the 3rd/4th person in one room.
* Maximum room capacity: 4 people including adult and child/infant.
* Hotel upgrades are only available in Anchorage, and extensions are only available in Anchorage and Fairbanks.
* Extra beds are not available in Alaska due to fire requirements, and hotel rooms equipped with 2 beds or king size bed are available.



 

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

    - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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