Anchorage Denali Express Northbound Cruisetour

This itinerary starts AFTER the accompanying cruise itinerary.

Your Norwegian Cruise Line Tour Director will greet you in Seward upon debarkation of Norwegian Jewel for your fully escorted tour. Board your deluxe motorcoach and travel from Seward to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center where you'll get up close to moose, bears, musk ox and other indigenous animals of the region. Taking in orphaned animals and providing quality animal care year-round, the Conservation Center is dedicated to the protection and preservation of Alaska's wildlife. Animals that cannot be released back into the wild are given a permanent home at the Center. Continue in the deluxe motorcoach to Anchorage, Alaska's largest city, which is surrounded by beautiful mountains and water with many walking trails available for you to explore. Enjoy a city tour of Anchorage and time on your for lunch at one of the many local restaurants. During the extended daylight in the summer months, you'll have plenty of time to enjoy evening activities to suit your personal style. Open evening for optional activities.

This morning, board your deluxe motorcoach to Denali National Park. More than just the mountain, Denali National Park is six-million acres of wild land. After lunch on your own, your tour will take you into this pristine region of Alaska on the only road into and out of the park. Along the way, enjoy a fully narrated ride learning about the flora and fauna of the area while looking out for the wild animals that roam freely and call this park home. While in this beautiful area, set aside time to experience the solitude and tranquility that vast wilderness can provide. During your Denali Natural History tour, you will travel 18 miles into Denali National Park, enjoying the incredible scenery and learning about the history of the park. Tour duration is approximately 4 hours.

Your morning is open for optional activities in Denali. Later in the day, you'll ride the world-famous Alaska Railroad from Denali to Talkeetna and travel along the Susitna River where you're likely to see some wildlife. Along the journey, wander the train, purchase a meal in the dining car, or just sit in your comfortable reclining seat and gaze at the magnificent scenery. Alaska Railroad Adventure Class features single-level cars with high ceilings, large picture windows and ample legroom. Continue via motorcoach from Talkeetna to Anchorage.

Transfer to the Anchorage International Airport for your flight home. The transfer between the hotel and airport is included in the tour.