Denali Adventure by Rail & Trail with Fairbanks

Overview:

This package is only offered as a pre- or post-cruise extension.

Discover Alaska’s wild interior on this 8-day journey from Fairbanks to Anchorage. Walk with reindeer, pan for gold, and connect with Alaska Native culture in Fairbanks before venturing deep into Denali National Park on a narrated wilderness tour. Ride the scenic dome railcar to quirky Talkeetna, hike with local guides, and kayak across Byers Lake surrounded by sweeping mountain views. With comfortable lodge stays, most meals included, and guided adventures each day, this land package blends Alaska’s frontier charm with unforgettable outdoor experiences.
*Note: If there is a night in between your cruise disembarkation and the start of your Denali tour, that hotel night will not be covered.

Note about Day 7: In 2026, guests will take a motorcoach from Talkeetna to Anchorage. In 2027, guests will take the scenic train ride from Talkeetna to Anchorage and enjoy dinner on the train.

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Included Highlights:

Walk with reindeer and pan for gold in Fairbanks, Alaska’s frontier city
Take a five-hour narrated tour that travels deep into Denali National Park
Ride a deluxe dome railcar from Denali to Talkeetna
Hike with local guides in Denali and Talkeetna
Kayak at Byers Lake in the heart of Denali State Park

Day-by-day Details

Day 1

Fairbanks (Saturday)

Drin gwiinzii (welcome) to Fairbanks, Alaska, the largest Interior city. Upon arrival you will be met by an UnCruise Adventures representative and transferred to your hotel. Please arrive no later than 5:00 pm to attend the Welcome Reception where you’ll toast with a welcome beverage and get to know your fellow adventurers over cheese and crackers.

Overnight: Pike’s Waterfront Lodge or similar

Meals: Light bite

Day 2

Fairbanks (Sunday)

After breakfast, visit some locals…reindeers! You’ll connect with them through walks and learn about their importance in this amazing space. Continue with a visit to a local gold mining family to to test your luck as you pan for gold and hear about Fairbanks’ mining heritage. In the afternoon, explore the Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitor Center and hear from a local Alaskan about life in the Interior.

Overnight: Pike’s Waterfront Lodge or similar

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 3

Fairbanks to Denali (Monday)

Breakfast at the hotel before boarding your coach south to Denali National Park. Stop at the Denali Discovery Center in Healy for a box lunch and a short hike with a local naturalist guide. Continue to the Denali National Park Visitor Center to explore exhibits, talk with a ranger, or walk the nearby trails.

Overnight: Denali Bluffs Hotel or similar

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 4

Denali (Tuesday)

Breakfast before traveling into Denali National Park on a Tundra Wilderness Tour (5–5.5 hours). Your driver-guide shares stories about the park while you look for wildlife including bears, moose, and caribou. In the afternoon, take a guided hike with Northern Epic Adventures, approximately three hours on trail.

Overnight: Denali Bluffs Hotel or similar

Meals: Breakfast, snack, lunch, dinner

Day 5

Denali to Talkeetna (Wednesday)

Morning at leisure before transferring to the Denali Rail Depot for your scenic train ride south aboard deluxe dome rail. Enjoy lunch on the train while watching the landscapes roll by. Arrive in Talkeetna, the quirky town used as a basecamp for Denali climbers. Dinner is on your own in the lodge or in town.

Overnight: Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge or similar

Meals: Breakfast & lunch

Day 6

Talkeetna (Thursday)

Take in the view as you finish breakfast at the lodge. Today, hike the Curry Ridge Trail for views of the surrounding landscape, flora, and fauna. Later, kayak on Byers Lake in the heart of Denali State Park. Dinner included this evening. Note: The Curry Ridge hike is 5–6 miles and about 4–4.5 hours. Appropriate footwear, layers, water, and snacks required.

Overnight: Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge or similar

Meals: Breakfast, box lunch, dinner

Day 7

Talkeetna to Anchorage (Friday)

Breakfast before setting out on a guided hike in the Talkeetna Lakes area. Look for loons, kingfishers, moose, and bear. Lunch is included in Talkeetna before traveling south to Anchorage.

Note: In 2026, guests will take a motorcoach from Talkeetna to Anchorage. In 2027, guests will take the scenic train ride from Talkeetna to Anchorage and enjoy dinner on the train.

It’s important to note that the Talkeetna Lakes hike has about a 200-foot elevation gain with some uneven terrain. Make sure you are prepare with appropriate footwear, layers, water, and snacks.

Overnight: The Voyager Inn or similar

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 8

Anchorage (Saturday)

Transfer to Anchorage Airport for your departure flight (booked on own).

Meals: Breakfast

Rates & Dates

7 Night Land Expedition | Fairbanks to Anchorage

All prices are per person.

2026 Rates	Occupancy
$6,900	Double
$8,400	Single

Fees & taxes are included. Gratuities included for tour activities.

Tours run every Saturday during our Alaska season, with the first tour starting 05/30/26, and the last tour starting 09/05/26. June 6, 2026, and August 22, 2026, are unavailable.

2027 Rates	Occupancy
$7,200	Double
$8,800	Single

Fees & taxes are included. Gratuities included for tour activities.

Tours run every Saturday during our Alaska season, with the first tour starting 05/29/27, and the last tour starting 08/28/27.

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