11 Day McKinley Alaska Cruise Tour Special with Princess!
Enjoy tidewater glaciers while cruising. View mountains soaring high above the clouds while traveling on land. Take photos of the abundant wildlife during your stay in Denali National Park. These are just a few of the many wonders of Alaska, known as the Great Land.
Princess Cruises is #1 in Alaska, taking more people to the Great Land than any other cruise line. On this 11 day adventure you'll enjoy 3 nights traveling across the vast wilderness via Princess Rail to one of the state's awe-inspiring national parks. You'll also enjoy sailing the sheltered waters of Alaska's fjords and Inside Passage on a 7 night cruise. Princess will take you on an experience that will truly expand your horizons and leave you with a renewed sense of wonder.
Highlights: 7 Night Voyage of the Glaciers Alaska Cruise PLUS
4 Night Land Tour Featuring 1 Night Mt McKinley Princess Lodge,
1 Night Denali Princess Lodge, 1 Night Fairbanks
11 Day Alaska Cruisetour Itinerary:
Day 1 - Vancouver, BC
Day 2 - Inside Passage Cruising
Day 3 - Ketchikan
Day 4 - Juneau
Day 5 - Skagway
Day 6 - Glacier Bay National Park Cruising
Day 7 - College Fjord Cruising
Day 8 - Whittier / Mt McKinley
Step off your ship into a waiting motorcoach that will take you directly to the stunning Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge, located in Talkeetna. Get settled, and perhaps enjoy an optional afternoon excursion. The 20,320 Alaskan Bar & Grill is the perfect place for a relaxed dinner to end your first day in the Denali area. Overnight at the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge.
Day 9 - Mt McKinley / Denali
Late this morning you'll depart by rail on the beautiful Princess Dome Train and travel to the doorstep of Denali National Park. You're evening is free to enjoy the lodge or an optional excursion such as the lively Music of Denali dinner theatre, a great introduction to the region's culture and history. Overnight at the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge.
Day 10 - Denali / Fairbanks
You'll have the morning to relax, then travel by scenic motorcoach to Fairbanks. This evening is free to enjoy your hotel or take an optional excursion. Overnight in Fairbanks.
Day 11 - Fairbanks
Your cruisetour ends this morning in Fairbanks.
2016 Dates:
May 14, 28
June 11, 25
July 9, 23
August 6, 20
September 3
From $1109 US!
Princess Summer On Sale! Receive Up To $300 Onboard Spending Money & Free Pre-Paid Gratuities on select departures!
The 11 Day McKinley Alaska Cruise Tour special above is one of our more affordable options. A land & sea vacation geared for the more independent-minded traveler. With no pre-scheduled sightseeing activities, this package lets you customize your 3 nights on land with a variety of optional land excursions. Highlights of this Alaska Cruise Tour package include:
Mt McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge - The native Alaskans called it Denali - 'The Great One - and you'll find towering Denali and the Alaska Range simply stunning. The lodge is located approximately one hour from the town of Talkeetna, which is nestled at the base of Mt. McKinley and is also home to the Talkeetna, Chulitna & Susitna Rivers. Some residents say Talkeetna means Where three rivers meet but established in 1919 Talkeetna is now more known as the base camp for climbers preparing for their attempt to ascend Denali. The rail depot is in Talkeetna and several land excursion tours have convenient tour times that will coordinate with the Princess Rail schedule to avoid the unnecessary one hour transfer between the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge and Talkeetna for those guests arriving or departing by rail. Refer to each description for our recommendations as to how to book Talkeetna or lodge based tour options to maximize your stay at the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge.
Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge
This gorgeous Alaska lodge is the perfect starting point for your wilderness adventure. You haven't fully experienced Alaska unless you've been to Denali National Park. Its boundaries encompass an impressive six million acres - the size of the state of Massachusetts. Home to Mt. McKinley, North America's highest peak towers an unbelievable 20,320 feet in the sky. The Park hosts an array of wildlife from moose, caribou, Dall sheep and grizzly bears to gray wolves and red foxes. The Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge is the closest and most comfortable place to stay when visiting the park. The entrance to Denali National Park is located only a mile from our front door. With an expansive deck overlooking the Nenana River with views into the park, Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge is the ideal spot to relax, visit with friends, and savor the exquisite landscape.
Fairbanks
Established by the discovery of gold by Felix Pedro in 1902, Fairbanks is located in the Tanana Valley of Alaska's interior. In the early 20th century, sternwheelers carried settlers and miners along the Chena and Tanana Rivers as they do for visitors today. The second-largest city in Alaska, Fairbanks is named the Golden Heart City for its historical and modern gold industries and for its central location. The city serves as the hub of the region known as Alaska's Interior. In the summer, visitors and residents alike enjoy nearly 24 hours of light daily. Visitors have many choices in Fairbanks. Experience Fairbanks' rich Gold Rush history via sternwheeler, or visit one of the region's many gold mines. The Arctic Circle and the Yukon River are just a short flight away.
All pricing above is in US Dollars, per person. Port charges & taxes are additional. Pricing is based on two people sharing and subject to availability. The "From" price listed on our website is for the May 14th departure date; other dates may have different pricing, please inquire. All pricing is based on availability and subject to change by the cruise line at any time. For more information please contact one of our Alaska Specialists!
