Denali Alyeska Explorer 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. 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. Upon arrival at the deluxe Hotel Alyeska Resort, enjoy an included tram ride to the top of Mt. Alyeska. While at the hotel, enjoy the swimming pool or other world-class amenities, hike the many trails in the area, or book an optional tour.

Today, travel to Denali via motorcoach. Enjoy a brief city tour of Anchorage as you drive through town en route to Denali National Park. Continuing north, you'll learn about the Alaska state sport of dog mushing with an included stop at a local Iditarod sled dog kennel. You'll be amazed to learn about this fascinating sport, the musher, the dogs, and even get to hold a future champion puppy in your arms. After this authentic visit, we won't be surprised if you are ready to run "The Last Great Race" yourself. Continue to Denali National Park.

More than just the mountain, Denali National Park is six-million acres of wild land. 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 Tundra Wilderness tour, you will travel 53 miles into Denali National Park enjoying the incredible scenery and some of the best opportunities to see wildlife in its natural setting. A light snack is included on the tour. Tour duration is approximately 7 hours with starting times throughout the day. Upon arrival in Alaska, your Tour Director will advise you of your tour time. The remaining part of the day is open for optional activities such as whitewater rafting, helicopter flightseeing, hiking, or one of the park service programs.

Your morning is open for optional activities in Denali. In the afternoon, enjoy traveling along the rails of the Alaska Railroad to Anchorage with 360-degree views from your deluxe dome railcar seats. As the gorgeous scenery of Alaska rolls past, be watchful for wildlife and glimpses of Mt. McKinley or, as local Alaskans call it, "The Great One. " Full bar and meal service are available for purchase during your rail journey.

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