Alaska Train Vacation Kenai Road Trip Combo

From May 15, 2025 to September 12, 2025

From May 15, 2026 to September 12, 2026

11 Days / 10 Nights
Anchorage to Fairbanks or Fairbanks to Anchorage
Price from USD $4,021 per person

INTRODUCTION

Experience the best of what Southcentral Alaska has to offer on this 11-day combination road trip and rail vacation.

Beginning in Anchorage, drive to Seward for a Prince William Sound Glacier Cruise plus your choice of activities from kayaking or canoeing to dog sledding or glacier hiking.

Hit the road once again to Homer and Girdwood, then trade your car for the train and continue to Talkeetna. 

Travel in Alaska Railroad's GoldStar class soaking up perks like glass-dome railcars, gourmet dining, expert tour guides and a second-story outdoor viewing platform, making sure to keep an eye for wildlife at Denali National Park. 

Drive your own Jeep on a scenic highway near the park or take a Tundra Wilderness Tour, then finish your itinerary in Fairbanks. 

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1
Anchorage | Arrival
Day 2
Anchorage to Seward | 239 km/149 mi | Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Cruise
Day 3
Seward | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 11 Excursions
 
Option 1. Tonsina Point Resurrection Bay Kayaking Adventure
 
Option 2. Bear Lake Kayak | Canoe Trip
 
Option 3. Wilderness Dog Sled Ride Tour
 
Option 4. Resurrection Bay Wildlife Tour
 
Option 5. Exit Glacier Hike
 
Option 6. Upgrade Option: Guided Walking Salmon Fishing - Seward Area
 
Option 7. Upgrade Option: Bear Glacier Iceberg Kayaking Adventure
 
Option 8. Upgrade Option: Helicopter Bear Glacier Flight with Landing
 
Option 9. Upgrade Option: Helicopter & Glacier Dogsled
 
Option 10. Upgrade Option: Helicopter & Glacier Dogsled with Bear Glacier Tour
 
Option 11. Upgrade Option: Helicopter Bear Glacier Iceberg, Kayaking Adventure
Day 4
Seward to Homer | 270 km/168 miles
Day 5
Homer | Day at Leisure
Day 6
Homer to Girdwood | 297 km/185 mi
Day 7
Girdwood to Anchorage | 62 km/38 mi
Day 8
Anchorage to Talkeetna | Alaska Railroad
Day 9
Talkeetna to Denali National Park | Alaska Railroad
Day 10
Denali | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 4 Excursions
 
Option 1. Denali Highway Jeep Excursion | Self-Drive Guided 4x4 Excursion
 
Option 2. Tundra Wilderness Tour | Coach Tour
 
Option 3. Upgrade Option: Denali Summit Flightseeing | Small Aircraft
 
Option 4. Upgrade Option: Denali Glacier Landing | Helicopter
Day 11
Denali National Park Entrance to Fairbanks | Alaska Railroad

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11 Days / 10 Nights
Anchorage to Fairbanks or Fairbanks to Anchorage

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INTRODUCTION

Experience the best of what Southcentral Alaska has to offer on this 11-day combination road trip and rail vacation.

Beginning in Anchorage, drive to Seward for a Prince William Sound Glacier Cruise plus your choice of activities from kayaking or canoeing to dog sledding or glacier hiking.

Hit the road once again to Homer and Girdwood, then trade your car for the train and continue to Talkeetna. 

Travel in Alaska Railroad's GoldStar class soaking up perks like glass-dome railcars, gourmet dining, expert tour guides and a second-story outdoor viewing platform, making sure to keep an eye for wildlife at Denali National Park. 

Drive your own Jeep on a scenic highway near the park or take a Tundra Wilderness Tour, then finish your itinerary in Fairbanks. 

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1
Anchorage | Arrival
Day 2
Anchorage to Seward | 239 km/149 mi | Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Cruise
Day 3
Seward | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 11 Excursions
 
Option 1. Tonsina Point Resurrection Bay Kayaking Adventure
 
Option 2. Bear Lake Kayak | Canoe Trip
 
Option 3. Wilderness Dog Sled Ride Tour
 
Option 4. Resurrection Bay Wildlife Tour
 
Option 5. Exit Glacier Hike
 
Option 6. Upgrade Option: Guided Walking Salmon Fishing - Seward Area
 
Option 7. Upgrade Option: Bear Glacier Iceberg Kayaking Adventure
 
Option 8. Upgrade Option: Helicopter Bear Glacier Flight with Landing
 
Option 9. Upgrade Option: Helicopter & Glacier Dogsled
 
Option 10. Upgrade Option: Helicopter & Glacier Dogsled with Bear Glacier Tour
 
Option 11. Upgrade Option: Helicopter Bear Glacier Iceberg, Kayaking Adventure
Day 4
Seward to Homer | 270 km/168 miles
Day 5
Homer | Day at Leisure
Day 6
Homer to Girdwood | 297 km/185 mi
Day 7
Girdwood to Anchorage | 62 km/38 mi
Day 8
Anchorage to Talkeetna | Alaska Railroad
Day 9
Talkeetna to Denali National Park | Alaska Railroad
Day 10
Denali | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 4 Excursions
 
Option 1. Denali Highway Jeep Excursion | Self-Drive Guided 4x4 Excursion
 
Option 2. Tundra Wilderness Tour | Coach Tour
 
Option 3. Upgrade Option: Denali Summit Flightseeing | Small Aircraft
 
Option 4. Upgrade Option: Denali Glacier Landing | Helicopter
Day 11
Denali National Park Entrance to Fairbanks | Alaska Railroad

MAP

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DETAILED ITINERARY

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INCLUDED

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WANT TO KNOW MORE?

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REVIEWS

We saw spectacular sights, met warm and friendly people, saw the Northern Lights, and made a lifetime of memories. We want to thank you for the wonderful job you did in setting everything up, and also for your courteous assistance and recommendations along the way.

Nick Florida, United States

Alaska by Design created a perfect itinerary for my clients. They returned with great memories and were extremely pleased with all aspects of their trip.

Michael Figueriedo Spain

They were professional and pleasant to work with. When the fires starts in various areas that they would be touring Alaska By Design was great in helping to make adjustments to the clients reservations. The clients were thrilled with there trip.

Jemma L New York

Nothing was too much trouble for Jennifer or Karen when we were planning our holiday. They were able to tailor our trip to what we wanted. We have recommended Alaska by Design to our friends.

Anne Mathews Australia

Excellent services! Our clients were extremely satisfied with the itinerary, hotels and tours you have offered. We will contact you again for our next clients. Thanks again for all!

Polona Australia

I enjoyed working with Alaska by Design, I was introduced to them by Debra Roberts and Karen did a great job for me with a couple of my reservations

Haleh M California, USA

Excellent service. Clients enjoyed a wonderful experience!

Tina M Los Angeles, CA

Alaska Train Vacation Kenai Road Trip Combo
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