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Trip Overview
Over five days explore much of Denali National Park, from its culture to its history, wildlife, mountains, and lakes. All travel is done by rental car. The trip begins in Anchorage and continues directly to the Denali National Park area for the next four days. Within that area excursions include a bus trip into the park, kayaking, and flightseeing. The trip ends in Anchorage.
Trip Highlights
- Land by ski plane on a glacier during a flightseeing tour through the Alaska Range.
- Travel along the solitary road into Denali National Park on a guided wildlife bus tour.
- Float mellow water on the scenic Nenana River.
- Enjoy the freedom of traveling by rental car along Alaska's scenic Glenn and Parks highways.
Why Pick This Trip
When you're working with limited vacation time, choosing a single area to focus on is the best way to have an immersive travel experience in just a few days. In this case, the focus is Denali National Park and that immersion comes through tours chosen for their diversity and depth. You'll see much and do much in just five days.
What's Included
Here is everything that is included. Remember, we can easily add or remove services so this vacation package is the perfect fit for your party.
Anchorage | 1 Night
Just minutes from the Anchorage airport, the Courtyard is a top choice for travelers arriving late or departing early from Anchorage. Learn More >
Anchorage | 4 Days
When flexibility and freedom is a must, opt to travel by rental car. Rates available for compact, midsize, full size, and minivans. Learn More >
Denali Park | Depart 6:30 PM | 3 Hours
Float down the Nenana River on mild water excursion with Denali's longest-running rafting company. Learn More >
Denali Park | 2 Nights
Stay in a cedar cabin or comfortable lodge room at this resort-style property. The Village is seven miles from the entrance to Denali Park and offers guests free shuttle service. Learn More >
Denali Park | Depart 1:30 PM | 5.5 Hours
Fully narrated bus tour with a turnaround point at the historic Murie Cabin deep inside Denali National Park. Learn More >
Talkeetna | Depart 2:00 PM | 2 Hours
Cruise 20 miles of the Susitna River aboard a custom-built jetboat and tour a traditional Alaskan encampment on this two-hour guided river adventure. Learn More >
Talkeetna | 1 Night
When the mountain is "out" Denali is unmissable from this ridge-top property. The lodge comprises two full-service restaurants, a coffee shop, bar, and comfortable guest rooms with either forest or mountain views. Learn More >
Talkeetna | Depart 11:00 AM | 1.5 Hours
Land on a glacier deep within the Alaska Range on this unforgettable flightseeing trip out of Talkeetna. Learn More >
Anchorage | 1 Night
Just minutes from the Anchorage airport, the Courtyard is a top choice for travelers arriving late or departing early from Anchorage. Learn More >
Itinerary
Read on for a day-by-day breakdown of this tour package. Click on an item to get started, and be sure to contact us if you have any questions.
Fly into Ted Stevens International Airport and transfer to your accommodations. Overnight Anchorage.
Pick up your rental car this morning and hit the highway north toward the Denali Park area. The 230-mile drive starts along the Chugach Mountains before crossing the Knik River and heading north through boreal forests. Depending on the weather, you'll catch your first big Denali views from the town of Willow.
Once you arrive in the Denali Park area, get a splashy dose of fresh air on an evening rafting trip. Overnight Denali.
Today you'll head into Denali National Park. There's a single road in the six-million-acre park, and your guided bus tour travels a good portion of it. You'll cross Savage River and snake up Sable Pass, pass below Cathedral Mountain and within view of the Plains of Murie. Wildlife sightings are common. Overnight Denali.
You'll depart the Denali National Park area this morning for Talkeetna. In the afternoon head out on a jetboat tour up the Susitna River. Along with possible wildlife sightings, the river has sensational Denali views when the weather is clear. Overnight Talkeetna.
This morning head to the Talkeetna Airport and board a small ski plane for a flightseeing tour into the Alaska Range mountains at the center of Denali National Park. Partway through the trip you'll land on a glacier, giving you the chance to soak in the scene even more.
When you're back in Talkeetna, visit one of the many fine local eateries for lunch before returning to Anchorage. The package concludes with a final overnight in Anchorage.
Map
Check out the map below for a visual overview of this specific tour package. You can see a larger version of the map here, or try our an interactive tour map by using the link below.
Rates & Dates
The prices below will give you an idea of approximately how much this trip will cost. Keep in mind your actual price will likely vary based on your departure date, availability, and any modifications you make. You can use one of the links below to request an exact quote for your party, or price the trip yourself if you prefer using our My Trip feature. You can often save money by traveling in the value season, typically May and September.
| Single | Double | Triple | Quad | Child | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tour Price | Single: $3,697 | Double: $2,267 | Triple: $1,818 | Quad: $1,594 | Child: $632 |
| Taxes & Fees | Single: $401 | Double: $235 | Triple: $181 | Quad: $155 | Child: $32 |
| Total | Single: $4,098 | Double: $2,502 | Triple: $1,999 | Quad: $1,749 | Child: $664 |
| The columns above represent room occupancy. For example, "Double" means two adults sharing one room. The "Child" rate shown is based on an 11 year old sharing a room with two adults. | |||||
| Single | Double | Triple | Quad | Child | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tour Price | Single: $3,247 | Double: $2,042 | Triple: $1,668 | Quad: $1,481 | Child: $632 |
| Taxes & Fees | Single: $373 | Double: $221 | Triple: $172 | Quad: $148 | Child: $32 |
| Total | Single: $3,620 | Double: $2,263 | Triple: $1,840 | Quad: $1,629 | Child: $664 |
| The columns above represent room occupancy. For example, "Double" means two adults sharing one room. The "Child" rate shown is based on an 11 year old sharing a room with two adults. | |||||
Options and Add-Ons
This is one of our more popular Alaska rental car packages, but you can make it even better! We can add or remove services to make it a perfect match for your party. Many of our guests opt to add an extra day in Anchorage for a Lake Clark National Park bear viewing tour. Are you interested in a different way to see the Denali Park area? Switch out rafting for an ATV tour or guided hiking trip. Even when you're on a shorter trip, the choices are many! We've listed a few suggestions below.
You can make these changes at check out and your final package price will be updated to reflect just the services you choose. Give us a call or request a quote for more specifics.
Denali Park | Depart 7:40 AM | 3 Hours
Offering active exploration of the unique natural setting of the Denali Park area, guests return from this three-hour walking tour both energized and educated. Learn More >
Anchorage | Depart 7:30 AM | 6 Hours
Embark on a flight along the Cook Inlet from Anchorage to Lake Clark National Park’s southernmost border on this six-hour flightseeing and brown bear viewing excursion. Learn More >
Denali Park | Depart 7:45 AM | 2.5 Hours
Spend an exciting two hours cruising 10 miles of creek beds and rocky trails on this rowdy ATV adventure outside Denali National Park. Learn More >
Talkeetna | Depart 8:30 AM | 2 Hours
Take in the serenity of Alaskan wilderness on this two-hour kayak tour in Talkeetna. Great for beginners. Learn More >
Package Detail
- Tour ID 148
- Price From $2,042 + Tax
- Duration 6 Days / 5 Nights
- Start / End Anchorage / Anchorage
- Departure Dates Daily from 5/19/2025 to 9/2/2025
- Travel By Rental Car
- Tour Type Self Guided
- Destinations Anchorage, Denali Park, Talkeetna
Next Steps
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