Overview
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On this Alaska and Yukon tour, you’ll also experience some of the most majestic scenery in Canada combined with fascinating history. You’ll visit towns important during the Klondike Gold Rush in the Yukon—Whitehorse and Dawson City. In Dawson City, step back in time at the site where the first gold strike was made, and learn how gold changed this land forever. Enjoy entertainment at Diamond Tooth Gertie’s, Canada’s oldest gambling hall, complete with can-can dancers, ragtime music, and an old-fashioned casino.
This is just a sampling of the wonderful scenery and many sights that await you on this marvelous Alaska and Yukon Territory tour. Globus has also arranged special experiences to make your vacation unique. For example, you'll hear an exclusive presentation on Denali National Park by a local Naturalist and in Whitehorse, you'll visit the premier dogsled facility, Muktuk Adventures, to meet the huskies and their trainers. Just imagine the memories you’ll create on this spectacular vacation!
Highlights
Visit Iditarod Headquarters
TALKEETNA–DENALIJourney aboard the Alaska Railroad in Deluxe Dome Service
DENALI NATIONAL PARKDinner at the Murie Science & Learning Center and an LF exclusive presentation by a local Naturalist; guided wilderness tour; LF lunch and tasting at the 49th State Brewery
FAIRBANKSSightseeing; cruise aboard the sternwheeler Discovery; visit the University of Alaska-Fairbanks Museum and the Trans-Alaska Oil Pipeline
DAWSON CITYVisit Diamond Tooth Gertie’s, Claim #1, and the Robert Service Interpretive Center
WHITEHORSEVisit the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre and see the riverboat SS Klondike; LF presentation at Muktuk Adventures with a special Taste of the Yukon dinner
VALDEZVisit the Valdez Museum; cruise on Prince William Sound
ANCHORAGEFarewell dinner
2020 Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 12 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
ARRIVE IN ANCHORAGE
Day1
Welcome to Alaska! Meet your Tour Director this evening between 5 pm and 8 pm in the hotel reception area.
ANCHORAGE–WASILLA–TALKEETNA–ALASKA RAILROAD–DENALI NATIONAL PARK
Day2
Traveling north into the majestic wilds of Alaska, visit the IDITAROD HEADQUARTERS, home of the world-famous dogsled race. Arrive in Talkeetna, the starting point for climbers attempting to summit Denali (formerly known as Mount McKinley), the highest peak in North America at 20,320 feet. Board the historic ALASKA RAILROAD for a scenic trip to DENALI NATIONAL PARK (see page 49 for information about your train). Enjoy dinner at the Murie Science & Learning Center, followed by an exclusive LF PRESENTATION on Denali National Park by a local Naturalist.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
DENALI NATIONAL PARK
Day3
Today, a guided WILDERNESS TOUR takes you into 6-million-acre Denali National Park to explore the majestic wilderness and seek out grizzly bear, caribou, moose, and other wildlife! Your afternoon is free for optional adventures such as float trips, a dogsled demonstration, a helicopter ride over the park, or a delicious dinner and rollicking musical comedy performed in a camp house reminiscent of the Gold Rush era.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
DENALI NATIONAL PARK–FAIRBANKS
Day4
This morning, spend a little more time marveling at the wonder of Denali National Park. Then, enjoy a friendly atmosphere during lunch at the LF 49th STATE BREWERY, where you’ll have a chance to sample some local specialties. Travel into the heart of Alaska to Fairbanks, where the remainder of the day is at leisure.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
FAIRBANKS
Day5
This morning, board the sternwheeler Discovery for a CRUISE on the Chena and Tanana Rivers, with a stop at a recreated Chena Indian Village to learn about Athabascan Native culture. Later, visit the UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA–FAIRBANKS MUSEUM during your Fairbanks city tour, and also stop at the Trans-Alaska Oil Pipeline.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
FAIRBANKS–DAWSON CITY
Day6
Continuing the journey into Gold Rush history, motor over the Top of the World Highway and enter Canada’s Yukon Territory. Passing through the village of Chicken, today promises to be filled with breathtaking scenery. Tonight, you have reservations at DIAMOND TOOTH GERTIE’S, featuring ragtime music, can-can girls, and an old-fashioned casino.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
DAWSON CITY
Day7
Today, step back in time at the site of CLAIM #1, where the first gold strike was made. Continue to the ROBERT SERVICE INTERPRETIVE CENTER and learn about the “Bard of the Yukon” and the numerous poems and ballads he composed while exploring this remote area. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for additional sightseeing, shopping, and dining.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
DAWSON CITY–WHITEHORSE
Day8
Today, trace the trail of the gold seekers on their way to the Klondike. View the Five Finger Rapids, which once posed a major obstacle to the hordes of fortune seekers stampeding into the Yukon. Your day concludes in Whitehorse, capital of the Yukon.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
WHITEHORSE
Day9
A city tour stops at the YUKON BERINGIA INTERPRETIVE CENTRE, where you can meet the Ice Age giant mammals that once ruled the ancient subcontinent. See the SS KLONDIKE RIVERBOAT and learn about its importance on the Yukon River in the Gold Rush days. Later, head to Whitehorse’s premier dogsled facility, LF MUKTUK ADVENTURES, where you will personally meet the huskies and their trainers. Here, learn about the training and care of Alaskan Huskies, as well as the lifestyle required to race in world-famous competitions such as the Iditarod and Yukon Quest. Afterward, enjoy a special Taste of the Yukon dinner.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
WHITEHORSE–TOK
Day10
Return to Alaska, traveling along the rugged mountains of Kluane National Park, home to 19,625-foot Mount Logan, Canada’s highest peak. Continue on the Alaska Highway to Tok, the “Dog Sled Capital of the World.”
Meals included:
- Breakfast
TOK–VALDEZ
Day11
Head to Alaska’s northernmost ice-free port, Valdez, home of the Alyeska Pipeline Terminal. As you travel toward some of the highest coastal mountains in the world, enjoy views of Thompson Pass, Worthington Glacier, and Bridal Veil Falls before arriving in the “Switzerland of Alaska”—Valdez. Visit the unique VALDEZ MUSEUM late this afternoon.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
VALDEZ–WHITTIER–ANCHORAGE
Day12
Board a BOAT today and get a closer look at the Trans-Alaska Pipeline Terminal, the many massive glaciers, and the playful sea life of PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND. Keep your eyes open for eagles, whales, mountain goats, dolphins, and sea lions! This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
ANCHORAGE
Day13
The tour ends this morning with guests departing on individual schedules.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Things to note
- This vacation visits remote regions where some facilities are not up to the first-class standards you expect from Globus. However, we have selected the best available hotels that satisfy our high standards of cleanliness and comfort.
- While wildlife in Alaska is frequently seen, early season (early June) and late-season (September) departures offer even greater opportunities for viewing a variety of wildlife. Departures after mid-August will enjoy blazing fall colors.
- Enjoy the chance to witness the spectacular aurora borealis (Northern Lights) when the aurora dances across the horizon and lights up the sky. An amazing opportunity! The best chances of viewing the Northern Lights is on late August and September departures (if Mother Nature permits).
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa
Superior First-Class
The hotel is located in the heart of Anchorage and just moments from Anchorage's best restaurants, museums and attractions. The hotel has a fitness center, hot tub, business center, concierge service, gift shop, lounge, and 24 hour room service.
Location
401 East 6th Avenue, Anchorage, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Gift Shop
- Fitness Room
- Luggage Storage
- Bar/Lounge
- Spa Services
- Laundry Available
- Parking/Valet
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- Beauty Salon
- Ice Machine
- ATM
- Business Center
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Voicemail
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Wake-Up Calls
- Phone
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Alarm Clock
- Climate Control
- Coffee Maker
- Internet Access
- Daily Housekeeping
- Room Service
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
Denali Park Village
Moderate First-Class
Approximately seven miles south of Denali National Park & Preserve sits the Denali Park Village Lodge. Positioned along the banks of the Nenana River, and spread over 20 acres, the lodge offers hiking trails throughout the facility from lighter trails to the more rugged. You'll be close to the action of Denali, yet enjoy the evening solitude as you relax to the sound of the river sweeping by. The new Summit Lodge is eco-friendly and features a high-timber lodge look and feel and is home to the Gold Rush Dining Room, Lucky Miss Saloon, Quigley's Coffee Station, Summit Gift Shop and 24-hour concierge desk.
Location
240 George Parks Hwy, Denali National Park, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Parking/Valet
- Bar/Lounge
- ATM
- Gift Shop
- Free WiFi
- Concierge desk
- Luggage Storage
- Restaurant On-Site
- Currency Exchange
Room Facilities
- Television
- Internet Access
- Coffee Maker
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Climate Control
- Desk
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Hair Dryer
- Phone
- Disabled Access / Rooms
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
Moderate First-Class
Along the banks of the impressive Chena River sits Pike's Waterfront Lodge. You'll rest easily in comfortable rooms, all with Aveda aromatherapy room amenities and many featuring scenic views, a steam room & sauna, riverside deck, restaurant, and a cozy lounge. The hotel is minutes from the Fairbanks Alaska airport and next door to famous Pike's Landing restaurant. It's a convenient and stunning spot for your time in Fairbanks.
Location
1850 Hoselton Drive, Fairbanks, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- Luggage Storage
- Fitness Room
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Concierge desk
- Parking/Valet
- Currency Exchange
Room Facilities
- Hair Dryer
- Internet Access
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Television
- Coffee Maker
- Climate Control
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Alarm Clock
- Air Conditioning
Eldorado Hotel
Moderate First-Class
Eldorado has a charming history blended with modern updates and blessed with a beautiful location overlooking the river. A short distance from the city center, the Eldorado allows you to relax and take in the quiet scenery of the wild Yukon Territory. You can also enjoy nearby activities like golfing, bicycling, fishing, or an outdoor pool during the summer months.
Location
Box 338, 902 Third Avenue, Dawson City, Canada
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- ATM
- Luggage Storage
- Currency Exchange
- Concierge desk
- Business Center
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Cable/Satellite
- Voicemail
- Phone
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Air Conditioning
- Coffee Maker
- Desk
- Television
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Alarm Clock
- Climate Control
Best Western Gold Rush Inn
Moderate First-Class
Newly renovated and ideally placed in the heart of Whitehorse, the Best Western Gold Rush Inn provides comfortable accommodations and excellent service. With easy access to shopping, outdoor adventures, beautiful trails and scenery, and one of the "best bars across Canada," it's the perfect place to relax and enjoy the rustic and one-of-a-kind beauty of the Yukon Territory.
Location
411 Main St, Whitehorse, Canada
Hotel Facilities
- Fitness Room
- Parking/Valet
- Laundry Available
- ATM
- Business Center
- Restaurant On-Site
- Spa Services
- Currency Exchange
- Free WiFi
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge desk
- Gift Shop
- Luggage Storage
- Ice Machine
- Beauty Salon
Room Facilities
- Alarm Clock
- Climate Control
- Wake-Up Calls
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Internet Access
- Phone
- Coffee Maker
- Desk
- Room Service
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Voicemail
- Hair Dryer
Young's Motel
Tourist Class
Young's Motel offers some of the most comfortable accommodation in Tok, and certainly offers the best food. Fast Eddy's is famous for its American fare - hamburgers, pizza, and steak. With clean and welcoming amenities, it's simple and perfect for your stay in Tok.
Location
1313 Alcan Highway, Tok, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Parking/Valet
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- Ice Machine
- ATM
Room Facilities
- Wake-Up Calls
- Television
- Alarm Clock
- Desk
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Internet Access
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Daily Housekeeping
- Phone
- Cable/Satellite
- Coffee Maker
Valdez Hotel
Moderate First-Class
Mountain Sky Hotel offers a complete range of amenities, attentive staff, and comfortable and spacious guestrooms, just a short walk from harbor in the heart of Valdez.
Location
100 Meals Avenue, Valdez, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- Concierge desk
- Business Center
- Parking/Valet
- Bar/Lounge
- Pool
- Ice Machine
- Laundry Available
Room Facilities
- Television
- Hair Dryer
- Voicemail
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Alarm Clock
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Coffee Maker
- Desk
- Internet Access
- Phone
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Cable/Satellite
