Alaska Summer Light

$1,895 pp  – 6 Days

Tour Overview

Explore two of Alaska’s pristine National Parks, take scenic drives through picturesque wilderness valleys, and visit the Kenai Peninsula. Observe upclose wildlife and enjoy mountain vistas. Engage with locals to experience Alaska’s rich culture and history.

Travel aboard the Alaska Railroad Hurricane Train, enjoy a wilderness horse wagon ride to a remote BBQ Dinner, and visit local conservation centers to learn more about Alaska’s wildlife. Enjoy local culture with a visit to the Alaska Native Heritage Center and a ride aboard the Anchorage Trolley. Enjoy a cruise into the Kenai Fjords National Park, along with a full day exploring Denali National Park.

Tour Arrival and Departure

The Alaska Summer Light Tour starts and finishes in Anchorage. We suggest that you arrive the evening before the first tour day.

Please let us know if you would like help finding accommodation for your arrival day. You can pick up your rental vehicle in Anchorage on your arrival day after 7:00 p.m. without additional charges.

Day 1 — Explore the rich history, heritage, and storytelling of Alaska's Native communities at the 26-acre Alaska Native Heritage Center, which represents five different communities.
Day 1 — Explore the rich history, heritage, and storytelling of Alaska's Native communities at the 26-acre Alaska Native Heritage Center, which represents five different communities.
Day 2 — Spend the day exploring Denali National Park, experience wildlife viewing opportunities and stunning wilderness scenery.
Day 2 — Spend the day exploring Denali National Park, experience wildlife viewing opportunities and stunning wilderness scenery.
Day 3 — Enjoy wildlife viewing and beautiful scenery in Denali State Park
Day 3 — Enjoy wildlife viewing and beautiful scenery in Denali State Park
Day 4 — Visit Exit Glacier and the Harding Icefield in the Kenai Fjords Nat'l Park.
Day 4 — Visit Exit Glacier and the Harding Icefield in the Kenai Fjords Nat'l Park.
Day 5 — Wildlife viewing and beautiful scenery in the Kenai Fjords National Park.
Day 5 — Wildlife viewing and beautiful scenery in the Kenai Fjords National Park.
Day 6 — Visit the Kenai Wildlife Refuge known for excellent birding and wildlife viewing.
Day 6 — Visit the Kenai Wildlife Refuge known for excellent birding and wildlife viewing.

What's Included

  • 6-Days with Late Model Rental Vehicle (unlimited miles)
  • 5-Nights of lodging
  • Alaska Native Heritage Center
  • Denali Wilderness Horse Wagon Tour & BBQ Meal
  • Picnic Lunch for Denali National Park
  • Denali National Park Transit Bus (6-hour tour)
  • Alaska Railroad Flag-Stop Wilderness Train Tour
  • Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
  • Kenai Fjords Six-Hour Glacier & Wildlife Park Cruise (meal included)
  • Alaska Sealife Center
  • Anchorage Historical Trolley Tour

Wildlands Visited

  • Denali Nat’l Park
  • Kenai Fjords Nat’l Park
  • Chugach State Park
  • Denali State Park
  • Kenai Nat’l Wildlife Refuge
  • Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge

Communities Visited

  • Anchorage
  • Palmer 
  • Wasilla
  • Talkeetna
  • Denali 
  • Healy
  • Seward
  • Girdwood
  • Cooper Landing

Unique Natural Features — Viewed or Visited

  • Alaska Mtn Range
  • Talkeetna Mtn Range
  • Kenai Mtn Range
  • Chugach Mtn Range
  • Portage Glacier Valley
  • Kenai River
  • Turnagain Arm

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