From CAD 3,099
Guarantee
Small Group
Demanding
Rating
(30 reviews)
Experience Overview
If you’re looking to explore one mighty nugget of impressive scenery, this Alaskan adventure will definitely do the trick. Experience a more remote corner of North America at a more active pace on this seven-day journey that's jam-packed with impressive vistas, exhilarating hikes up towering mountains, and treks through beautiful but rugged forests. Catch some of the state’s best highlights like the Harding Icefield and breathtaking Denali National Park. Try fresh salmon in Seward and revel in being in, “The Last Frontier”.
Highlights
- Hike among glaciers and icefields
- Marvel at the scenery in Denali National Park
- See dramatic views of a glacier on the Byron Creek trail
- Spend free time in Seward exploring this fun town
- Hike the Talkeetna Lake Trail en route to Denali NP
- Take in panoramic views from the Mt Healy Overlook trail
- Look for bears and other wildlife in their natural habitat.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2567
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Private vehicle, national park shuttle bus, hiking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Supplier Code: NUSD
Starts: Anchorage, United States
Finishes: Anchorage, United States
Duration: 7 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Demanding
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- A visit to Churgach National Forest with hikes to Byron Creek and Carter Lake
- A hike up Mount Marathon in Seward
- Free time for optional activities in Seward
- Harding Icefield Hike
- Hike along the Talkeetna Lake Trail en route to Denali NP
- A hike up the Mount Healy Overlook trail in Denali National Park
- Hike along Horseshoe Lake
- Free time in Denali National Park for optional activities
- National Park entrance fees
- All transport between destination and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Participation camping (3nts), cabins with shared bathroom facilities (3nts).
- 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
- Private vehicle, national park shuttle bus, hiking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 3099 (CAD 443 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Anchorage/Seward
After a brief welcome meeting with your CEO, travel to Seward this morning for a trip to Churgach State Park. Start out with a rewarding hike on the Crow Pass Trail to Crystal Lake. Keep a look out for wildlife along this 6.2 mile hike teeming with wildflowers. Climb over 2000 ft elevation to the clear waters of Crystal Lake, nestled in the alpine meadows.
Afterwards, the group will transfer to the accommodations in Seward along Resurrection Bay. In the evening, enjoy dinner together around the campfire.
Day 2: Seward
After a camp breakfast, spend the day hiking the Harding Icefield Trail. This spectacular 7.4 mile trail begins on the valley floor and then winds through cottonwood and alder forests, heather filled meadows, and climbs above the tree line for a breathtaking view of the Icefield. It will take 6-8 hours to complete and offers plenty of impressive views along the way to keep you going.
Day 3: Seward
Today is all about Seward. After breakfast, how the day will go is up to you. The morning will consist of a challenging hike up Mount Marathon or free time in town to do as you please if you aren't in the mood for this hike.
In the afternoon, enjoy free time to find a lunch spot in Seward and then opt to walk around the waterfront of downtown, visit the Alaska Sealife Center, watch for otters playing in the water, or rent a kayak and explore Resurrection Bay.
Day 4: Seward/Denali National Park and Preserve
Travel to Denali National Park with the group in the morning. Along the way make a stop to hike the Talkeetna Lake Trail through lush old-growth forest. Search for wildlife in one of the area's most beautiful settings.
In the late afternoon continue on to Denali National Park where you'll be camping with shared bathroom facilities.
Day 5: Denali National Park and Preserve
Breakfast this morning will be boxed so you can eat it on the go. The group will be taking the shuttle bus into the park to experience more of the scenery and wildlife that Denali has to offer.
After a picnic lunch, the group will hike the Horseshoe Lake trail. Highlights of this easy, but rewarding hike include the calm waters of the lake nestled in its forested surroundings and views along the edge of the Nenana River where you could watch whitewater rafters pass by.
Day 6: Denali National Park and Preserve
Wake up at camp this morning and eat a quick breakfast before heading out to explore the park and the surrounding areas today. You'll have free time to enjoy optional front country hikes in the park: Mount Healy Overlook Trail which offers dramatic views over the Nenana Valley and surrounding mountains and ridges and gains 1700 feet of elevation in only 2.5 miles and/or The Horseshoe Lake Trail. Highlights of this easy, but rewarding hike include the calm waters of the lake nestled in its forested surroundings and views along the edge of the Nenana River where you could watch whitewater rafters pass by.
You can also choose other optional activities near Denali like rafting, or scenic flights with or without glacier landing before returning to the campsite in the evening.
Day 7: Denali National Park and Preserve/Anchorage
After breakfast at the campsite settle in for your drive back to Anchorage from Denali where the tour ends on arrival.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Rachel B. - Traveled, August 2023
Amazing experience. Great CEO that managed everyone's needs and wants well and went out of their way to educate and make sure we got the most of our time. Great group of fellow travelers
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/27/2023
Cecilia B. - Traveled, August 2023
This was my 3rd tour with G Adventures and it was truly the experience of a lifetime. Michaela was an awesome CEO and made this trip a 10/10 for me. The tour itself was well-organized, efficient, and with a lot of thoughtful touches/recommendations. I know people worry for me as a single woman traveler, but I always feel safe with G Adventures.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/20/2023
David A. - Traveled, August 2023
Adventurous experiences
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/20/2023
Riley L. - Traveled, July 2023
knowledgeable guide with the perfect amount of hand holding and chance to choose independence
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/13/2023
Mercedes C. - Traveled, July 2023
The experience was effortless and very well organised. I think it could benefit from disclosing, or somehow grouping together people of a similar age. There is a lot of uncertainty surrounding this prior to the welcome meeting.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/13/2023
Alice W. - Traveled, July 2023
This is an active tour of Alaska, which is perfect for the outdoorsy person looking for an adventurous tour of the national parks.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/06/2023
Juana L. - Traveled, July 2024
I like the structure of the G Adventures trips. This is my 3rd trip and it's been the best one yet. This one was particularly different as it was more on the active side - so an early icebreaker among the group was key as many of the activities revolved around hiking (and it does take a bit of teamwork). Having camping in the first half (and then cabins in the second) made the difference. It allowed for us to bond, to get to know each other, and really build that connection and community atmosphere. The activities and optionals were also great, particularly the hike selection and the marine/glacier tour. Our CEO was knowledgeable and accommodating (I have an NPS passport so he made sure we allotted time for cancellation stamps). Truly, truly recommend this tour.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/06/2024
Ian C. - Traveled, July 2024
As the trip met all my expectations, I would consider the same would occur for the person I recommend this to.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/06/2024
April C. - Traveled, July 2024
It was organized and effortless for us and a LOT of fun
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/06/2024
Van Hiep N. - Traveled, July 2024
Well organized trip with a variety of activities to choose!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/30/2024
Mary C. - Traveled, July 2024
Love the way it sets us trips with adventure/active activities and keeps it simple.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/30/2024
Stephen J. - Traveled, July 2024
Overall the trip was great - I felt like I got a very good introduction to Alaska and I can't wait to go back!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/30/2024
Van Hiep N. - Traveled, July 2024
Well organized trip with a variety of activities to choose!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/30/2024
Olivia H. - Traveled, June 2024
It was so nice not having to worry about the planning of a trip and being with people who enjoy adventure and the outdoors.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/10/2024
Jennifer L. - Traveled, June 2024
I've taken 4 trips with G Adventures and loved them all
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/02/2024
Jennifer A. - Traveled, June 2024
I really enjoyed my experience with G Adventures, I felt like the trip was well planned, and felt like the price for the trips was reasonable.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/02/2024
Mona-Marie B. - Traveled, June 2024
Have travelled any times with G, well organized, good selection of activities with the Active groups. Singles not penalized.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/02/2024
Chris E - Traveled, June 2024
exceptional guide, travel schedule and cost.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/02/2024
Naomi A. - Traveled, June 2024
Overall the trip itself was fantastic. I was underwhelmed by the pre-trip experience - basically zero communication from G in the days leading up to the trip, and when I reached out for info, getting referred to an app that doesn't really function. But the trip itself was fabulous!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/02/2024
Olesya L. - Traveled, June 2024
Trip was already fairly costly at baseline and did not include additional optional activities and many meals - these expenses added up to a hefty sum on top of the trip cost and were hard to estimate in advance.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/10/2024
Samantha M. - Traveled, June 2024
I loved the trip!! Michaela was so amazing and fun, and alaska was so great to see. The hikes were my favorite part!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/10/2024
Darren H. - Traveled, June 2024
The planned itinerary (accommodations, food, activities) was very helpful for my first time travelling solo. This allowed me to focus more on the experience and less on the planning aspect. Additionally, meeting and travelling with other people enhanced the experience and made it more eventful.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/02/2024
Audrey B. - Traveled, June 2024
This is my second trip with G and both have been incredibly personalized and impactful. Only reason it's not a 10/10 is because I always feel like I'm going in sliiighhhhtly blind. Would love more customized packing lists, and would LOVE an email from the CEO a couple days before hand to hear from them about what to expect. Itinerary is good for an overall basis, but I need to know things like if we are carrying our bags the whole time, if there is a trailer, etc.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/02/2024
Jonathan G. - Traveled, June 2024
I had an amazing once in a life experience with my tour. I had a blast meeting new people and getting to know them. Some things that didn't make it perfect were the inconsistencies in the meal planning. I didn't think breakfast should be included every day but instead dinner at the more expensive restaurants instead of making me pay a lot to eat at a fancy restaurant. Overall the trip was amazing and Ill remember the experiences I had forever.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/25/2024
Jaimie D. - Traveled, June 2024
Love the group experience and meeting new people from around the world!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/25/2024
Jonathan G. - Traveled, June 2024
I had an amazing once in a life experience with my tour. I had a blast meeting new people and getting to know them. Some things that didn't make it perfect were the inconsistencies in the meal planning. I didn't think breakfast should be included every day but instead dinner at the more expensive restaurants instead of making me pay a lot to eat at a fancy restaurant. Overall the trip was amazing and I?ll remember the experiences I had forever.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/25/2024
Hannah B. - Traveled, June 2024
Depending on where they want to go I would recommend G Adventures to someone if they had a limited amount of time or if they wanted to travel somewhere that would be difficult to do alone.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/18/2024
Kristine B. - Traveled, June 2024
G Adventures usually offers budget friendly active trips.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/18/2024
Victoria B. - Traveled, June 2024
Trip exceeded expectations
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/18/2024
Vanessa K. - Traveled, June 2024
It was a friendly group with a caring guide felt safe and had a good time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/18/2024
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