A six-day small-group journey from Anchorage to Denali that pairs Kenai Fjords glacier cruises, Alyeska Tram panoramas, Exit Glacier hikes, and a full-day Denali wildlife bus—designed for travelers who want big Alaskan experiences without the logistics headache.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step out of an Anchorage hotel into a cold ribbon of morning light, and the highway unfurls: sea on one side, serrated mountains on the other. The Seward Highway escorts the small group south, a National Scenic Byway that moves like a living map—turnagain tidal flats daring you to watch the low tide, spruce forests pressing close, and snow-streaked peaks keeping the horizon honest.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6 days
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers with moderate fitness: expect several short to moderate hikes (up to ~4 miles) and long coach transfers; able to board boats and walk uneven trails.
Wildlife
History
The route threads gold-rush sites like Independence Mine and Athabascan and Russian-American histories; the train and tram reflect later eras of exploration and tourism.
Conservation
The tour works with protected areas and centers like the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center; travelers should follow Leave No Trace principles and respect wildlife setbacks to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the 6 Days Best of Grand Alaska Highlights Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Dress in layers
Coastal mornings can be damp while inland afternoons warm—pack a breathable mid-layer and a waterproof outer shell.
Bring motion-sickness remedies
The Kenai Fjords cruise traverses open water where swells can pick up—take medication ahead of boarding if you’re sensitive.
Carry binoculars and spare batteries
Wildlife sightings—bears, eagles, whales—are common but often distant; binoculars and charged camera batteries improve your chances.
Respect wildlife distances
Guides emphasize keeping distance for your safety and animals’ welfare—never approach or feed wildlife, especially in Denali.
Waterproof hardshell jacket
Keeps you dry and windproof during coastal rains and glacier spray.
summer
Sturdy hiking shoes or boots
Provides traction on mixed terrain from boardwalks to rocky moraine.
summer
Warm midlayer (fleece or light puffer)
Useful for chilly mornings, tram decks, and Denali’s alpine air.
spring
Compact binoculars
Helps you spot distant wildlife from the Denali bus or cruise deck.