Near-perfect mirror shot taken along the Parks Highway.

Denali Express to Seward - Tour 142

Before setting out on a cruise from Seward, experience the splendor of Denali National Park.

Guests on the Denali Star can travel between Anchorage and Fairbanks.

Denali Express to Seward - Tour 142

Before setting out on a cruise from Seward, experience the splendor of Denali National Park.

Denali Park Road tour below Polychrome Pass.

Denali Express to Seward - Tour 142

Before setting out on a cruise from Seward, experience the splendor of Denali National Park.

Lush green landscape after rain in Denali Park.

Denali Express to Seward - Tour 142

Before setting out on a cruise from Seward, experience the splendor of Denali National Park.

Bald eagle soars in Kenai Fjords National Park.

Denali Express to Seward - Tour 142

Before setting out on a cruise from Seward, experience the splendor of Denali National Park.

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Itinerary
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Trip Overview

Travel to Denali National Park ahead of a Seward to Vancouver cruise with this quick and convenient land package. The full itinerary features travel by the Alaska Railroad north to Denali National Park and transfer to Seward via the Park Connection Motorcoach. Favorite activities in the park area include a Nenana River raft trip and an immersive wildlife tour down the 92-mile Denali Park Road. One night in Anchorage and two in the Denali Park area are also included. This four-day, three-night Alaska vacation package begins in Anchorage and ends in Seward.

Trip Highlights

Travel aboard the Denali Star railroad route between Anchorage and the historic depot in Denali National Park.
Float through milder waters on a scenic raft trip down the Nenana River.
See Denali National Park's fascinating wildlife during a full-day guided bus tour.
Easily transfer from Denali to Seward in a single day aboard the premier Park Connection Motorcoach.

Why Pick This Trip

This shorter four-day land package is efficient, but it also provides for a rich experience within Denali National Park. It complements cruises leaving out of Seward by showcasing a side of Alaska unique from what you'll see by ship. Plus, it conveniently ends in Seward in time for cruise check-in.

What's Included

Here is everything that is included. Remember, we can easily add or remove services so this vacation package is the perfect fit for your party.

Anchorage | 1 Night

Conveniently located just three blocks from the Anchorage train depot, this creek-side hotel offers comfortable double queen rooms, an indoor pool, fully equipped fitness center, and complimentary hot breakfast buffet. Learn More >

Depart 8:15 AM | Arrive Denali Park 3:40 PM

Pass through spruce forests, over braided rivers, and along the base of the Alaska Range on this northbound route to Denali National Park. Learn More >

Denali Park | Depart 6:30 PM | 3 Hours

Float down the Nenana River on scenic mild water excursion with Denali's longest-running rafting company. Learn More >

Denali Park | 2 Nights

Enjoy unparalleled hospitality at this Alaskan-owned property minutes from the Denali National Park entrance. The hotel offers Hillside and premium RiverView rooms as well as a full-service restaurant serving up the area's best barbeque. Learn More >

Denali Park | Depart 6:30 AM | 13 Hours

Take a guided bus tour into the heart of Denali National Park, enjoy a hearty lunch at the Kantishna Roadhouse, and spot iconic wildlife on this full-day excursion. Learn More >

Depart 7:15 AM | Arrive Seward 5:45 PM

Board the premier Park to Park motorcoach for the only same-day transfer service between Denali Park and Seward. Learn More >

Itinerary

Read on for a day-by-day breakdown of this tour package. Click on an item to get started, and be sure to contact us if you have any questions.

Fly into Ted Stevens International Airport and transfer to your hotel by complimentary shuttle. Explore Anchorage at your leisure. Overnight Anchorage.

It's a quick transfer from your nearby hotel to the Anchorage Depot for the Alaska Railroad train headed to the Denali Park area. Once you're settled on board, purchase coffee in the bistro car and take a turn in the shared dome observation car as the train makes its way north.

After a brief stop into Talkeetna, the route crisscrosses glacial rivers and mountain valleys on its way up to the summit of the Continental Divide, the track's highest point. From here is a winding 35 miles along the Nenana River to the Denali Depot. You'll get to see the river up close this evening on a scenic raft trip through its calmer waters. Overnight Denali.

You'll travel deep within Denali National Park today, journeying by bus well beyond where the public road ends and the restricted Park Road begins. The bus is outfitted with large picture windows that slide sideways to give you the clearest views of nearby wildlife and the vast landscapes beyond. The guided tour includes lunch at the Kantishna Roadhouse, a historic backcountry lodge. Overnight Denali.

You'll travel some 360 miles from the Denali Park area to Seward today aboard the comfortable Park Connection Motorcoach. After a brief midday stop in Anchorage, your land package concludes in Seward.

Map

Check out the map below for a visual overview of this specific tour package. You can see a larger version of the map here, or try our an interactive tour map by using the link below.

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Rates & Dates

The prices below will give you an idea of approximately how much this trip will cost. Keep in mind your actual price will likely vary based on your departure date, availability, and any modifications you make. You can use one of the links below to request an exact quote for your party, or price the trip yourself if you prefer using our My Trip feature. You can often save money by traveling in the value season, typically May and September.

	Single	Double	Triple	Quad	Child
Tour Price	Single: $1,544	Double: $1,096	Triple: $966	Quad: $901	Child: $449
Taxes & Fees	Single: $98	Double: $60	Triple: $49	Quad: $44	Child: $15
Total	Single: $1,642	Double: $1,156	Triple: $1,015	Quad: $945	Child: $464
The columns above represent room occupancy. For example, "Double" means two adults sharing one room. The "Child" rate shown is based on an 11 year old sharing a room with two adults.

	Single	Double	Triple	Quad	Child
Tour Price	Single: $1,264	Double: $956	Triple: $873	Quad: $831	Child: $449
Taxes & Fees	Single: $78	Double: $51	Triple: $43	Quad: $39	Child: $15
Total	Single: $1,342	Double: $1,007	Triple: $916	Quad: $870	Child: $464
The columns above represent room occupancy. For example, "Double" means two adults sharing one room. The "Child" rate shown is based on an 11 year old sharing a room with two adults.

Options and Add-Ons

This is one of our most popular pre-cruise tour packages, but you can make it even better! We can add or remove services to make it a perfect match for your party. For example, many of our guests choose to upgrade their rail experience to the GoldStar Dome. On the trip to Denali, GoldStar tickets include breakfast and lunch plus two adult beverages and unlimited non-alcoholic beverages. If you have extra time, it's also possible to add a day in Anchorage for a bear viewing trip or glacier helicopter tour. The choices are endless, and just a few suggestions are listed below.

You can make these changes at check out and your final package price will be updated to reflect just the services you choose. Give us a call or request a quote for more specifics.

Palmer | Depart 10:15 AM | 1 Hour

Take a walk on one of Alaska’s beautiful glaciers on this popular helicopter flight and guided ice walk departing just an hour outside of Anchorage. Learn More >

Anchorage | Depart 8:00 AM | 1 Hour

Connect to the Knik River Lodge for a few nights’ stay or for a helicopter day tour with this convenient shuttle transfer from Anchorage. Learn More >

Denali Park | Depart 7:45 PM | 2 Hours

Hear the tale of the first successful ascent of the 20,320-foot-high Denali during this lively two-hour dinner theater at the McKinley Chalet Resort. Learn More >

Denali Park | Depart 8:00 AM | 3 Hours

Offering active exploration of the unique natural setting of the Denali Park area, guests return from this three-hour walking tour both energized and educated. Learn More >