Take in the sights of the Alaskan wilderness on adventures that include kayaking and a train ride aboard a self-propelled rail car to see thundering waterfalls and tidewater glaciers during a private glacier cruise.
Day 6 – Natural riches of the Alaskan coast Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center on the shores of Turnagain Arm to see orphaned animals that are being rehabilitated here, from moose and musk ox to bald eagles and grizzly bears; the center is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through public education. Depart the wildlife center for the short trip to Crow Creek Gold Mine. At the turn of the 20th century, gold miners with “gold fever” flocked to this area in search of untold riches. Meet a prospector, pan for gold and have a barbecue lunch at the historic gold mine, nestled in the Chugach Mountains; established in 1896, the claims are still producing gold to this very day. The evening is free to enjoy your resort. Meals BL
Day 7 – A train, a boat and a glacial wonderland It’s all aboard a self-propelled railroad car along the scenic Turnagain Arm to Whittier where a boat is waiting to take you on an exciting glacier adventure cruise in Prince William Sound aboard a private boat for Tauck Bridges guests only. Glide by thundering waterfalls and two spectacular tidewater glaciers, looming as high as 1,700 feet over the boat; listen to the sounds they make as they groan and crack around us, stopping to touch a piece of real glacier and admire these ice sculptures up close. Look for wildlife along the way, from eagles to otters or harbor seals. Share fond memories – and stories – at our farewell dinner tonight back at the hotel. Meals BLD
Day 8 – Journey home Tour ends: Girdwood. Fly home anytime. A transfer from Hotel Alyeska to Anchorage International Airport (approximately 75 minutes) is included. Allow a minimum of two hours for flight check-in. Ask at booking about additional hotel nights before or after your trip. Meals B
30 Alaska: Call of the Wild
8 Days / 7 Nights from $3,479 plus airfare (7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 5 Dinners)
Departure Dates: June 9, 16, 23, 30; July 7, 14, 21, 28; August 4, 11, 18
Go to
www.tauckbridges.com for up-to-the-minute space availability. Additional dates may become available as these sell out.
Price Per Person Double
$3790
Triple $3579
Children 11 and under Discount $175
Children under 18 must be booked in a room with at least one adult; exceptions may be granted under certain circumstances with parental consent. Quadruple accommodations are not available for four adults. Triples and quadruples are usually a two-bedded room plus one rollaway cot, when available.
Gratuities to Tauck Director, driver & local guides are included.
Airfare is additional. Tauck can book your airfare to and from Anchorage for travel originating in the United States, subject to availability; ask upon booking for special airfares that may be available.
Recommended age: 8+
Ask us about booking an additional hotel night before or after your journey and be sure to consider our Guest Protection Product offering important travel advantages and a money-back refund if your travel plans change. See General Information.
*For activities marked with an asterisk (*) in day-by-day descriptions, participation is at your own risk; a signed liability waiver will be required.
Fine Hotels / Great Locations Night 1
Hotel Captain Cook – Anchorage
Night 2,3 Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge – Trapper Creek Night 4,5 Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge – Cooper Landing Night 6,7 Hotel Alyeska – Girdwood
#1 IN GUIDED FAMILY TRAVEL
Quadruple $3479
Single $4599
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