7-Night Alaska Wildland Adventure

Day 2

Included Unique Activities

Anchorage Wildlife Eco Tour

This half-day tour is led by a local, expert naturalist. You'll explore Anchorage's ecological wonders, including a guided walk in Alaska’s boreal forest trails. Next, gain an understanding of the marine life that has shaped the fortunes and ecosystem of Alaska at the Jack Hernandez Fish Hatchery. Then, you’ll have the opportunity to observe birds and plant species at the Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge. Discover the hardy plants and animal species that that have successfully adapted to Alaska’s environment. (Walking in the woods, you’ll notice how fresh air invigorates your senses). During the tour, delight in sustainably-harvested wild Alaska Chaga mushroom tea and an Alaskan salmon treat. Ride in comfort, enjoy complimentary snacks, and feel the benefits of bottled glacier water. Your local guide will regale you with stories!

Overnight Location

Anchorage, Alaska

Anchorage, Alaska's largest city is a gateway to many adventures. With more than 60 glaciers within 50 miles of downtown, a salmon stream in the heart of the city, six surrounding mountain ranges, 300 miles of wilderness trails, and one of the largest state parks, the city has so much to offer. By day, dog sled across an icy glacier, spot copious wildlife, fly out to Denali, and get to know Alaska’s first people. The Alaska Native Heritage Center provides an opportunity to delve into the unique traditions of the state's different tribal groups, and daily dancing, drumming, and Native games exhibitions are available to all visitors. The Anchorage Museum is located downtown, with exhibitions of art, culture, industry, and a special youth activity center making it enjoyable for learners of all ages.   Anchorage is also home to more than 200 miles of trails. Take advantage with a walk or bike ride along the 11-mile Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, a popular path with excellent views of Cook Inlet and the Alaska Range on a clear day. Chugach State Park takes up most of the eastern section of town and provides miles of forest and alpine trails for short or longer hikes. For those looking to explore more of downtown Anchorage, the Alaska Public Lands Information Center on 4th Avenue offers daily walking tours of local points of interest during the summer months. These tours are free and suitable for most abilities. By night, enjoy hip, metropolitan amenities, a dining scene abundant fresh-caught seafood, and the frontier spirit of the city. 

Day 3

Daily Itinerary

Drive to Girdwood

Drive approximately one hour to Girdwood, AK. You'll spend two nights at your exceptional 4-star hotel in Girdwood. Take an aerial tram, helicopter to the tops of glaciers, meet the sled dogs, and get up close (in safety) with Alaskan brown bears. 

Included Unique Activities

Alyeska Aerial Tram

Take a short, scenic ride on an aerial tram from your hotel to the top of Mt. Alyeska. At an elevation of 2,300 feet, you’ll have a snow-capped vista of seven “hanging” glaciers, waterfalls, and endless views deep inside the Chuhagh Mountains. (In the winter, the tram operates at a faster speed to carry eager skiers to the slopes.) Be amazed!

Overnight Location

Girdwood, Alaska

Girdwood is a small Alaskan mountain town that sits amongst lush forests and is surrounded by the peaks of the Chugach Mountain Range. Girdwood is located on the Seward Highway, an easy 45-minute drive from Anchorage.  Girdwood is most definitely the place to escape your day-to-day grind and experience the best of Alaska. In addition to downhill skiing, snow enthusiasts can enjoy Nordic skiing, snowmobiling, heli-skiing, and snowshoeing in the winter season. There is just as much to do in Girdwood in the summer. Ride the tram, take a hike, go fishing, try a pint at the local brewery, pick blueberries, go dog sledding on a glacier, or gear up for downhill mountain biking. Enjoy beautiful trails like the Winner Creek Trail and Virgin Creek Falls and then fill up at one of the community’s many dining establishments! Complete with a mercantile, post office, many bed & breakfast locations, restaurants & bars, and shops, Girdwood offers natural beauty, convenience, and rich heritage for residents and visitors alike.

Day 4

Included Unique Activities

Glacier Dog Sledding Experience

On the peaks surrounding glorious Girdwood rise the glaciers. One of them, Punchbowl Glacier, is the summer home for teams of sled dogs and the people who care for them. You’ll board a helicopter and reach the site of an ultimate Alaskan adventure. The two-hour tour begins at the Girdwood Airport. Guests are given full glacier gear and a safety briefing before climbing aboard a sleekR44 helicopter. During the flight, you see hidden lakes and dramatic waterfalls.
At an altitude of 3,200 feet, the sled dog basecamp comes into view and, with a soft landing, the canine fun begins. The Iditarod sled dogs who live at Punchbowl are on a summer break, training for winter races begins in the fall, but it’s clear from the way they jump and vocalize, that they love the sound of a sled on snow. Also, that they’d rather run than take a break! And run they do.They sweep the sled around the perimeter of the glacier, and you are their welcome guests. You’ll either ride seated in front or standing on the back rails. The musher mans the brakes and calls directions. When you get back to the base camp, you’re welcome to visit with the dogs who want to welcome you. With luck, you may also meet some sled dog puppies. 

Bear Encounter at the Alaskan Wildlife Conservation Center

Get an up-close and safe experience with AWCC’s resident brown bears during the summer! Participate in their daily training and feeding while learning about bear behavior and diet. (Note: there will be no physical touching of the bears). The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is a sanctuary dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, education, research, and quality animal care. Come enjoy over 200 acres of animal enclosures by touring the scenic 1.5-mile loop, accessible by foot, by bike, or by car.

Overnight Location

Girdwood, Alaska

Girdwood is a small Alaskan mountain town that sits amongst lush forests and is surrounded by the peaks of the Chugach Mountain Range. Girdwood is located on the Seward Highway, an easy 45-minute drive from Anchorage.  Girdwood is most definitely the place to escape your day-to-day grind and experience the best of Alaska. In addition to downhill skiing, snow enthusiasts can enjoy Nordic skiing, snowmobiling, heli-skiing, and snowshoeing in the winter season. There is just as much to do in Girdwood in the summer. Ride the tram, take a hike, go fishing, try a pint at the local brewery, pick blueberries, go dog sledding on a glacier, or gear up for downhill mountain biking. Enjoy beautiful trails like the Winner Creek Trail and Virgin Creek Falls and then fill up at one of the community’s many dining establishments! Complete with a mercantile, post office, many bed & breakfast locations, restaurants & bars, and shops, Girdwood offers natural beauty, convenience, and rich heritage for residents and visitors alike.

Day 5

Daily Itinerary

Your All-Inclusive Adventure Lodge

Get an early start this morning—you’re headed for an extraordinary experience that is pure Alaska. Check out of your Girdwood hotel and make the 2-hour drive south, down the Kenai Peninsula, to Seward, Alaska. At noon, you’ll depart by boat to Fox Island. Your next two nights are at an all-inclusive secluded eco-lodge, featuring upscale rustic comforts. This is a true hidden gem. Fox Island's main source of energy is solar power, so cabins are not equipped with electrical outlets, televisions, radios, or telephones. This can be a tremendous relief.  The lodge does have a charging station if you’d like to charge your devices during your stay.
All gourmet meals and adventure activities are included in your stay. This beautiful and remote island affords minimal distractions, so you can literally unplug and connect with nature. It’s time to remember peace.

Overnight Location

Seward, Alaska

Seward's location is nothing short of epic. It sits at the northernmost edge of Resurrection Bay, a deeply dug fjord carved millennia ago by retreating glaciers. To the east are snowcapped peaks decked out in their lower altitudes by forests of Sitka spruce. To the west is 700 square miles of ice known as the Harding Icefield. It is encompassed by the larger Kenai Fjords National Park. No matter where you look, there's something beautiful to see. Seward offers a wide selection of activities for every age, energy level, and interest. By far the most popular are Kenai Fjords day cruises into Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park. Our favorite cruises go by spacious catamaran into Aialik Bay for astounding views of tidewater glaciers and ample chances to see the area's diverse marine wildlife. Seward's beautiful bay waters can also be explored by a guided kayak excursion. Seward is a great place for fishing. Monster halibut are caught each year in nearby waters, and the town is host to the popular Seward Silver Salmon Derby held annually in mid-August. Back on land, there's the Alaska SeaLife Center, hiking at Exit Glacier, ziplining, sled dog kennel tours-the list goes on.

Day 6

Daily Itinerary

Alaskan Ocean Adventures

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge and choose from a variety of activities such as guided kayaking, hiking, beachcombing, or paddleboats on the lagoon. Relax and recharge your senses with a massage or dip into the sauna by the ocean. End the day at the beach, gathered around the evening campfire with tales of your exciting Alaskan adventures and dreams of adventures to come.

Overnight Location

Seward, Alaska

Seward's location is nothing short of epic. It sits at the northernmost edge of Resurrection Bay, a deeply dug fjord carved millennia ago by retreating glaciers. To the east are snowcapped peaks decked out in their lower altitudes by forests of Sitka spruce. To the west is 700 square miles of ice known as the Harding Icefield. It is encompassed by the larger Kenai Fjords National Park. No matter where you look, there's something beautiful to see. Seward offers a wide selection of activities for every age, energy level, and interest. By far the most popular are Kenai Fjords day cruises into Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park. Our favorite cruises go by spacious catamaran into Aialik Bay for astounding views of tidewater glaciers and ample chances to see the area's diverse marine wildlife. Seward's beautiful bay waters can also be explored by a guided kayak excursion. Seward is a great place for fishing. Monster halibut are caught each year in nearby waters, and the town is host to the popular Seward Silver Salmon Derby held annually in mid-August. Back on land, there's the Alaska SeaLife Center, hiking at Exit Glacier, ziplining, sled dog kennel tours-the list goes on.

Day 7

Daily Itinerary

Kenai Fjords Cruise - Drive to Anchorage

Depart from your adventure lodge on Fox Island and go on a glacier cruise.You’ll have lunch while gliding past seals and whales, explore coastal rainforests and tidewater glaciers, and discover remote, Alaskan islands. This six-hour cruise takes you back to Seward. Pick your car up and make the scenic two-hour drive back to Anchorage.

Overnight Location

Anchorage, Alaska

Anchorage, Alaska's largest city is a gateway to many adventures. With more than 60 glaciers within 50 miles of downtown, a salmon stream in the heart of the city, six surrounding mountain ranges, 300 miles of wilderness trails, and one of the largest state parks, the city has so much to offer. By day, dog sled across an icy glacier, spot copious wildlife, fly out to Denali, and get to know Alaska’s first people. The Alaska Native Heritage Center provides an opportunity to delve into the unique traditions of the state's different tribal groups, and daily dancing, drumming, and Native games exhibitions are available to all visitors. The Anchorage Museum is located downtown, with exhibitions of art, culture, industry, and a special youth activity center making it enjoyable for learners of all ages.   Anchorage is also home to more than 200 miles of trails. Take advantage with a walk or bike ride along the 11-mile Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, a popular path with excellent views of Cook Inlet and the Alaska Range on a clear day. Chugach State Park takes up most of the eastern section of town and provides miles of forest and alpine trails for short or longer hikes. For those looking to explore more of downtown Anchorage, the Alaska Public Lands Information Center on 4th Avenue offers daily walking tours of local points of interest during the summer months. These tours are free and suitable for most abilities. By night, enjoy hip, metropolitan amenities, a dining scene abundant fresh-caught seafood, and the frontier spirit of the city. 

Day 8

Depart From

Depart from Anchorage International Airport, Alaska