Best of Alaska Rail & Glaciers | First-time Favorites

From May 17, 2025 to September 12, 2025

From May 17, 2026 to September 12, 2026

6 Days / 5 Nights
Anchorage to Fairbanks or Fairbanks to Anchorage
Price from USD $2,838 per person

INTRODUCTION

What can you do in Alaska in six days? With our best of Alaska rail tour, you'll experience all the first-time favorites, from watching tidewater glaciers shed huge chunks of ice in Prince William Sound to watching bears forage in the wilds of Redoubt Bay.

Naturally, you'll have ample time to explore the wildlife and scenery of Denali National Park, then wrap up the trip in Fairbanks.

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1
Anchorage | Arrival
Day 2
Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Cruise | Coach | Rail
Day 3
Anchorage | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 10 Excursions
 
Option 1. Anchorage Brew Tour
 
Option 2. Turnagain Arm Wildlife Tour with Alyeska Tram
 
Option 3. Hatcher Pass Hike and History Tour
 
Option 4. Anchorage Flightseeing Safari
 
Option 5. Sunset Photo Safari
 
Option 6. Anchorage Scenic City Tour
 
Option 7. Instalaska Smartphone Turnagain Tour
 
Option 8. Upgrade Option: Alaska Bear Viewing Tour
 
Option 9. Upgrade Option: Fly-in Guided Fishing Excursion
 
Option 10. Upgrade Option: Helicopter & Glacier Dogsled Excursion
Day 4
Anchorage to Denali National Park Entrance | Alaska Railroad
Day 5
Denali | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 4 Excursions
 
Option 1. Denali Highway Jeep Excursion | Self-Drive Guided 4x4 Excursion
 
Option 2. Tundra Wilderness Tour | Coach Tour
 
Option 3. Upgrade Option: Denali Summit Flightseeing | Small Aircraft
 
Option 4. Upgrade Option: Denali Glacier Landing | Helicopter
Day 6
Denali National Park Entrance to Fairbanks | Alaska Railroad

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DATES & PRICING

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6 Days / 5 Nights
Anchorage to Fairbanks or Fairbanks to Anchorage

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INTRODUCTION

What can you do in Alaska in six days? With our best of Alaska rail tour, you'll experience all the first-time favorites, from watching tidewater glaciers shed huge chunks of ice in Prince William Sound to watching bears forage in the wilds of Redoubt Bay.

Naturally, you'll have ample time to explore the wildlife and scenery of Denali National Park, then wrap up the trip in Fairbanks.

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1
Anchorage | Arrival
Day 2
Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Cruise | Coach | Rail
Day 3
Anchorage | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 10 Excursions
 
Option 1. Anchorage Brew Tour
 
Option 2. Turnagain Arm Wildlife Tour with Alyeska Tram
 
Option 3. Hatcher Pass Hike and History Tour
 
Option 4. Anchorage Flightseeing Safari
 
Option 5. Sunset Photo Safari
 
Option 6. Anchorage Scenic City Tour
 
Option 7. Instalaska Smartphone Turnagain Tour
 
Option 8. Upgrade Option: Alaska Bear Viewing Tour
 
Option 9. Upgrade Option: Fly-in Guided Fishing Excursion
 
Option 10. Upgrade Option: Helicopter & Glacier Dogsled Excursion
Day 4
Anchorage to Denali National Park Entrance | Alaska Railroad
Day 5
Denali | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 4 Excursions
 
Option 1. Denali Highway Jeep Excursion | Self-Drive Guided 4x4 Excursion
 
Option 2. Tundra Wilderness Tour | Coach Tour
 
Option 3. Upgrade Option: Denali Summit Flightseeing | Small Aircraft
 
Option 4. Upgrade Option: Denali Glacier Landing | Helicopter
Day 6
Denali National Park Entrance to Fairbanks | Alaska Railroad

MAP

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DETAILED ITINERARY

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INCLUDED

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WANT TO KNOW MORE?

Arrange a call with an Alaska Rail Travel Designer and bring your vacation to Alaska one step closer!

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REVIEWS

We saw spectacular sights, met warm and friendly people, saw the Northern Lights, and made a lifetime of memories. We want to thank you for the wonderful job you did in setting everything up, and also for your courteous assistance and recommendations along the way.

Nick Florida, United States

We had a fantastic time. Everything ran like clock work, the activities we did were extremely well organised, informative and above all fantastically enjoyable. We cannot thank everyone enough for their professionalism and organisational skills. To top everything off we saw the most amazing display of the Northern Lights, something I will never forget.......we certainly will be back.

Hazel Scotland

Excellent trip. Well planned out. We were able to get all our additional destinations accommodated.

Paul Williams Canada

They were professional and pleasant to work with. When the fires starts in various areas that they would be touring Alaska By Design was great in helping to make adjustments to the clients reservations. The clients were thrilled with there trip.

Jemma L New York

Nothing was too much trouble for Jennifer or Karen when we were planning our holiday. They were able to tailor our trip to what we wanted. We have recommended Alaska Rail Vacations to our friends and they also had an amazing experience.

Anne Mathews Australia

Alaska Rail Vacations were very helpful and had a quick turn around on price quotes. All my clients have enjoyed their trips thanks to the arrangements made by there amazing team

Tracey Los Angeles, CA

Excellent services! Our clients were extremely satisfied with the itinerary, hotels and tours you have offered. We will contact you again for our next clients. Thanks again for all!

Polona Australia

I enjoyed working with Alaska Rail Vacations, I was introduced to them by Debra Roberts and Karen did a great job for me with a couple of my reservations

Haleh M California, USA

The team at Alaska Rail Vacations never fail to off excellent service. Clients enjoyed a wonderful experience! Our go to company for Alaska

Tina M Los Angeles, CA

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