Alaska National Parks Land Tour

Featuring Anchorage, Denali National Park
and Kenai Fjords National Park

Wildlife watching is a highlight of this trip: Watch for bear, moose, caribou, mountain goats, whales, sea lions, sea otters, bald eagles, osprey, puffins, and hundreds of other bird species, especially in coastal regions.

This Alaskan land adventure tour is a great introduction to the national parks of America’s Last Frontier and the state’s most popular wildlife!

Travel by way of the stunning Parks Highway on your way to Denali National Park, Alaska’s most popular park, and spend two nights in a park lodge. Denali is six million acres of wild land and culminates in North America’s tallest peak, the 20,000-foot Denali (formerly Mount McKinley). Here you can spend your time with complementary activities or splurge for optional tours to river raft, flightsee, take a jet boat safari, or visit an award-winning Iditarod dog kennel.

Ride in a deluxe dome railcar on your way to the quaint town of Talkeetna. Travel along the scenic Turnagain Arm on your way to Kenai Fjords National Park, where nearly 40 glaciers flow from the Harding Icefield.

Highlights Include:

  • Scenic wildlife and glacier cruise in Kenai Fjords National Park
  • Deluxe hotels including the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge with views of Denali and the Alaska Range
  • Ride deluxe dome railcars from Denali National Park to Talkeetna
  • Two nights in Denali National Park including a Tundra Wilderness Tour deep into the park
Day 1Day 2Day 3Day 4Day 5Day 6Day 7Day 8

ARRIVAL / AIRPORT 

Thu, July 15 : Fly into Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city. Meet your Alaska guide and transfer to your hotel.

DENALI NATIONAL PARK / WELCOME DINNER

Fri, July 16: Denali National Park. Board the motorcoach for a journey north to Denali National Park. The route follows the scenic Parks Highway making several stops along the way. Watch for a glimpse of majestic Denali and wildlife. A Welcome Dinner is included this evening. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

DENALI NATIONAL PARK 

Sat, July 17: Denali National Park. This morning, travel deep into Denali National Park on the Tundra Wilderness Tour and search the vast wilderness for bear, moose, caribou, and Dall sheep. This six-to-eight-hour journey is narrated, allowing for insight into the animals, flora, and fauna of this spectacular region and includes a snack on the bus. Enjoy the remainder of the day exploring this pristine area at leisure by either participating in a complimentary park service activity or optional tour. There are many from which to choose, including mild or wild-river rafting, flightseeing, a jet boat safari on the Nenana River, or a visit to an Iditarod champion’s award-winning dog kennel. (B,S)

DENALI  / TALKEETNA

Sun, July 18: Denali National Park & Talkeetna. This morning is at leisure for optional tours. Transfer to the Denali Rail Depot to board a deluxe dome railcar for a scenic rail journey south to the quaint town of Talkeetna, which began as a trading post when gold was first discovered in the Susitna River. (B)

ANCHORAGE / SEWARD / TURNAGAIN ARM

Mon, July 19: Anchorage & Seward. Today’s grand adventure sets a course to Seward, gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park. Travel along the scenic Turnagain Arm, and keep an eye out for Dall sheep high up in the rocky cliffs, as well as moose, bears, and eagles. Check in to the hotel in Seward for two nights. (B)

SEWARD / KENAI FJORDS 

Tue, July 20: Seward & Kenai Fjords National Park. Spend the morning exploring the coastal community of Seward. Board a glacier and wildlife cruise and travel through majestic Kenai Fjords National Park. Pass by the face of a glacier and keep your eyes open for seals, sea lions, sea otters, whales, walrus, bears, eagles, and puffins throughout this half-day exploration cruise with lunch included. (B,L)

ANCHORAGE / FAREWELL DINNER

Wed, July 21: Anchorage. Ride the motorcoach to Anchorage. Enjoy a city tour, which includes the historic downtown district. Visit the Anchorage Museum, a world-class museum that seeks to preserve, exhibit and interpret the art and history of Alaska. Tonight, share stories of your Alaskan adventure with your traveling companions at a Farewell Dinner. (B,D)

ANCHORAGE / AIRPORT / DEPARTURE

Thu, July 22: Transfer to the Anchorage airport and fly home. (B)

Hotels

Anchorage Hilton, Anchorage. Seward Windsong Lodge, Seward.Denali Park Village. Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, Talkeetna.

Anchorage Hilton, Anchorage. 
Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Anchorage, the Hilton Anchorage has an extensive Alaskan art collection and guestrooms have magnificent views of the Chugach Mountain Range, Cook Inlet or the city. Highlights: comfortable, modern guestrooms • in-room coffee/tea maker • high-speed Internet access (fees apply) • restaurant • bar • room service • lobby coffee kiosk • high-speed Internet access • fitness center • indoor pool • gift shop.

Seward Windsong Lodge, Seward.
Nestled on the edge of a protected tidal lagoon, the Glacier Lodge offers miles of pristine beachfront and breathtaking views of stunning Pedersen Glacier. Highlights: charming and spacious guest cabins with private baths • TV • restaurant • bar • complimentary wireless Internet access.

Denali Park Village. 
This cozy lodge is located in the heart of Alaska’s magnificent interior, with awe-inspiring views of some of the most pristine geography on earth. The main lodge has warm log architecture with a rock fireplace which welcomes you back after a full day in Denali National Park. Highlights: spacious guestrooms with private baths • in-room coffee/tea maker • Wi-Fi Internet access available in lobby • restaurant • saloon/bar • coffee shop • shuttle service.

Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, Talkeetna. 
Set on a ridge above the small community of Talkeetna on the south side of Denali, this rustic-styled, luxurious lodge offers unforgettable views of Denali and the Alaska Range. Relax nest to the 46-foot tall river rock fireplace. Recipient of Wine Spectator magazine’s prestigious “Award of Excellence.” Owned by Native Alaskan Tribes. Highlights: spacious guestrooms • full private baths • in-room coffee makers and refrigerators • satellite TVs • Wi-Fi Internet access (fees apply – free in the business center on hotel computers) • two restaurants • coffee shop • gift shop • complimentary shuttle service into Talkeetna.

Inclusions & Pricing

Complete Program Package Includes:

    • Roundtrip commercial airfare from Indianapolis, Indiana
    • Locally Hosted
    • Seven (7) nights hotel accommodations
    • Ten (10)  meals
    • Ambassadair Travel Director
    • Sightseeing and admissions per itinerary
    • Ground transportation (motorcoach, dome train)

Program Package Does Not Include:

    • Items of a personal nature such as hotel incidentals
    • Airline baggage fees
    • Pre or post-program extensions

Program Package Price Per Person*

$ 5,566  / Double Occupancy

$ 6,656 / Single Occupancy

*Based on 15 guests

Payment Terms

$500 per person due at Registration
$2,500 due on or before 1/1/2021
Final Balance Due on or before 3/1/2021

Cancellation Terms

From time of registration till November 1, 2020: $250 non refundable
From November 1, 2020, till February 29, 2021: $750 non refundable
After March 1, 2021: Fully non refundable.

OPTIONAL TRAVEL INSURANCE

In order to protect your travel investment, we highly recommend the purchase of travel insurance.

To learn about the insurance options available with Travel Insured, please go to https://ambgi.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Aug-Trip-Protection-2019-pricing.pdf

After reading over the information regarding Travel Insured trip insurance, please purchase it direct from Travel Insured by following this link for Group Deluxe https://www.travelinsured.com/group.signup?group=127261&guid=3b7ab1b0c58745c0a05d11b4f024d4f1 and this link for Group Deluxe with Cancel For Any Reasons (CFAR) https://www.travelinsured.com/group.signup?group=127262&guid=96580b5ae4b54760a8bd8459a67226f5

Your premium for the optional Travel Insured trip insurance is dependent upon your package price (single or double occupancy). If you decide to purchase the Cancel for Any Reason (CFAR) plan, you must add it to your reservation AND pay for it in full within 14 days of your deposit. If you decide to purchase the insurance without the CFAR coverage, you must pay for it no later than final payment.

Contact:
Ambassadair Groups & Incentive | Grueninger Travel Group
9011 N. Meridian Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN  46260
317-581-1122 | [email protected]