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Trip Overview
Experience the tail end of Alaska winter wonderland on this seven-day itinerary. The package includes travel by 4x4 rental vehicle and a route that goes from Anchorage to Seward, Talkeetna, Fairbanks, and back. Featured excursions include a spring wildlife day cruise and northern lights tour.
Trip Highlights
- Go snowshoeing with a guide in the mountains near Anchorage.
- See wildlife on a day cruise in Resurrection Bay.
- Seek out the northern lights on a nighttime tour.
- Take a flightseeing trip into Denali National Park.
Why Pick This Trip
"Spring" in Alaska brings longer days and vibrant light that showcases our icy landscapes and snowy mountains beautifully. With nights still dark enough for northern lights viewing, this package brings together some of the best excursions the season has to offer.
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 | 7 Days
Drive the Denali Highway, Dalton Highway, and more remote Alaskan roads standard rentals can't go with this four-wheel-drive SUV rental out of Anchorage. Learn More >
Anchorage | 1 Night
Enjoy complimentary breakfast and a convenient location at this recently renovated Anchorage hotel. Learn More >
Anchorage | Depart 9:00 AM | 3 Hours
Winter landscapes and wildlife await on this three-hour guided snowshoe excursion along Anchorage's Glen Alps trails. Learn More >
Seward | 2 Nights
Centrally located within walking distance to Seward's major attractions and transfer points, this hotel offers mountain and harbor view rooms along with a complimentary continental breakfast. Learn More >
Seward | Depart 12:30 PM | 4 Hours
Witness the an abundance of marine wildlife on a spring season day cruise into Resurrection Bay from Seward. 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 Hour
Experience the extreme beauty of Denali and the fortress of granite peaks surrounding it on this must-do flightseeing trip out of Talkeetna. Learn More >
Fairbanks | 2 Nights
Convenient to the Fairbanks airport, train, depot, museums, and more, enjoy spacious, modern rooms at this all-suite hotel. Learn More >
Fairbanks | Depart 9:00 PM | 7 Hours
Head into the wintery wilds 60 miles north of Fairbanks for a guided aurora watching tour based at the cozy Arctic Circle Trading Post. Learn More >
Anchorage | 1 Night
Enjoy complimentary breakfast and a convenient location at this recently renovated Anchorage hotel. 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.
Welcome to Alaska. Overnight Anchorage.
Kick off your Alaska adventure with a guided snowshoe in the mountains overlooking Anchorage. After this, head down the Turnagain Arm and onto the Kenai Peninsula. With a winter's worth of snow, this time of year the views are especially stunning. Overnight Seward.
See some of the wildlife that call Seward's Resurrection Bay home on a day cruise. Overnight Seward.
Leave coastal Alaska for what's known as the interior as you drive from Seward, back through Anchorage, and on to the tiny town of Talkeetna. Overnight Talkeetna.
Talkeetna has wonderful views of Denali when the conditions are clear. You'll enjoy the view even more on a late morning flightseeing tour to the peaks surrounding North America's tallest mountain. In the afternoon continue north to Fairbanks. Overnight Fairbanks.
The day is yours to explore Fairbanks' winter charms. This evening you're headed out of town on a guided northern lights viewing excursion. Overnight Fairbanks.
Grab a coffee and something scrumptious for the road, then take your time on the drive back to Anchorage today. Final overnight 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 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.
| Single | Double | Triple | Quad | Child | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tour Price | Single: $2,694 | Double: $1,686 | Triple: $1,375 | Quad: $1,220 | Child: $571 |
| Taxes & Fees | Single: $428 | Double: $240 | Triple: $180 | Quad: $150 | Child: $32 |
| Total | Single: $3,122 | Double: $1,926 | Triple: $1,555 | Quad: $1,370 | Child: $603 |
| 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: $2,694 | Double: $1,686 | Triple: $1,375 | Quad: $1,220 | Child: $571 |
| Taxes & Fees | Single: $428 | Double: $240 | Triple: $180 | Quad: $150 | Child: $32 |
| Total | Single: $3,122 | Double: $1,926 | Triple: $1,555 | Quad: $1,370 | Child: $603 |
| 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 & Upgrades
This is a popular winter tour package, but you can make it even better! We can add or remove services to make it a perfect match for your party. 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.
Anchorage
Find Alaskan history and impeccable service along with a restful stay at this high-end Anchorage hotel. Learn More >
Girdwood
Offering deluxe accommodations and luxurious amenities just 40 miles southeast of Anchorage in the ski town of Girdwood. Learn More >
Palmer | Depart 8:00 AM | 2 Hours
Reach the remote on this distinctive two-hour heli tour featuring three landing sites. Learn More >
Package Detail
- Tour ID 838
- Price From $1,686 + Tax
- Duration 8 Days / 7 Nights
- Start / End Anchorage / Anchorage
- Departure Dates Daily from 3/6/2025 to 4/16/2025
- Travel By Rental Car
- Tour Type Self Guided
- Destinations Anchorage, Seward, Talkeetna, Fairbanks
Next Steps
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