Tour Code: 175-19659
2-Day Talkeetna tour from Whittier (Post Cruise)
- Unique Town Visit a gold rush town, view the huge mountain Denali, and have the opportunity to see Denali and the majestic Alaska Range close up from a flightseeing plane.
Itinerary
Day 1:Whittier, AK - Anchorage, AK(51 miles)
Meet the tour guide at 11:30am from Whittier Cruise Terminal, you’ll pass through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel, the longest double-use highway and railroad tunnel in the U.S. at 4.05 km. On the way to Anchorage, you can enjoy the picturesque scenery of lofty mountains, icy glaciers, crystal clear lakes, and the twisting ocean shoreline of Turnagain Arm. Estimated to Anchorage is about 1:30pm.
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Whittier, AKThis tiny coastal town in Alaska is home to only about 180 people. It is home to the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel, a multipurpose highway and railroad tunnel that cuts underneath a mountain.
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Anton Anderson Memorial TunnelThe Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel (often referred to simply as the Whittier Tunnel) is a multi-use highway and railroad tunnel that passes under Maynard Mountain. At 13,300 ft (4,100 m), it is the second-longest highway tunnel and longest combined rail and highway tunnel in North America.
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Anchorage, AKThe largest city and also its biggest transportation hub in Alaska. It has the unique and natural environment with urban enclave surrounded by wilderness scenes.
Day 2:Anchorage, AK - Talkeetna, AK(153 miles)
Leave from the hotel at around 9:00am in the morning, and travel to the gold rush town of Talkeetna. Once you've arrived, head to the Denali National Park Talkeetna Ranger Station to get your official park stamp (about 15 min.), then get a look at Denali from a viewing platform (about 15 min.). You'll also have time to freely explore the unique restaurants, art galleries, cafes, and antique-themed shops. If you want to get a close look at Denali, you can choose to do an optional Denali Flightseeing Tour or Talkeetna Speedboat Tour. Due to time constraints, it is only possible to choose one of these two activities. Estimated return to Anchorage is between 7:00-7:30pm.
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Anchorage, AKThe largest city and also its biggest transportation hub in Alaska. It has the unique and natural environment with urban enclave surrounded by wilderness scenes.
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Denali Flightseeing TourOn this tour you will fly high above Denali National Park to capture an incredible view of the vast landscape and wilderness. This is a totally one-of-a-kind way to experience Denali.
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Talkeetna, AKThis small town in Alaska is about 115 miles north of Anchorage and has a population of just 876. It is the base for expeditions to Denali, the tallest mountain in North America.
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Talkeetna Jet BoatThis sightseeing cruise takes you down the Talkeetna River, where you will be able to see the beauty of the surrounding landscape and get an unbelievable view of Denali, the highest mountain in North America.
Departure & Return
| Location | Address | Departure |
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| Whittier, AK | 11:30am |
- If you need to depart Anchorage at the same day, please book your flight for no earlier than 11:00pm, to avoid risking missing your flight.
Includes & Excludes
Price Includes
Price Excludes
Activities & Attractions
| Destination | Adult | Child |
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| Anchorage, AK | ||
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Denali Flightseeing Tour (Optional) including glacier landing, English narration
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$445 | $310 (0-10 yrs) |
| Talkeetna, AK | ||
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Talkeetna Jet Boat (Optional) English narration
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$105 | $76 (2-12 yrs) |
Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.