Alaska Railroad Winter Train Tours & Schedules

Anchorage to Talkeetna I Anchorage to Fairbanks I Winter Rail Schedule

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Tour 235CTA: Anchorage to Talkeetna

2 days / 1 night

Saturday:  Anchorage to Talkeetna

At approx. 8:30 this morning, you will depart aboard the Alaska Railroad for your journey to Talkeetna. Upon arrival in Talkeetna at approx. 11:30am, you will be met and transferred to your lodging. Talkeetna is the main flight departure point for Mt. McKinley climbers and offers excellent aerial tours to the mountain. You have the afternoon to explore the area. Tonight, keep your eyes on the sky for potential views of the Northern Lights. Overnight in Talkeetna.

 

Sunday:  Talkeetna to Anchorage

This morning, enjoy the crisp cool air and possibly a hearty breakfast at the Talkeetna Roadhouse (not included). After breakfast, enjoy a spectacular 1-hour flight seeing tour of Denali National Park.

This magnificent flight takes you within six miles of Mt. McKinley's summit. As your flight departs Talkeetna, you begin to see how the last ice age has shaped the land. Moments later you enter a world of rugged high mountain peaks and wide glacier filled valleys. Listen as your pilot describes the natural wonders of Denali National Park. See the Sheldon Amphitheater, beautiful Ruth Glacier, and the Great Gorge (the world's deepest - almost 2 miles from top to bottom). This afternoon (approx. 4:30pm), you will board the Alaska Railroad to return to Anchorage. Your tour concludes upon your return to Anchorage at 7:45pm this evening.

 

 

Roundtrip rail transportation between Anchorage and Talkeetna; 1 night accommodation; roundtrip transfers between rail station and hotel; 1 hour flight seeing tour; all taxes.

 

 

Saturday departures ONLY from September 26, 2009 to April 24, 2010.

 

2009 / 2010 Winter Rates
Single	Double	Triple	Quad	Child*
On Request	$563	$424	$436	$277
* Child rate valid for children 2-11 years sharing a room with 2 full paying adults.

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Tour 236CTA: Anchorage to Fairbanks

This package is designed for the train enthusiast to experience the full flavor of Alaska's Interior in the winter!

2 days / 1 night

Saturday:  Anchorage to Fairbanks

Depart Anchorage this morning (approx. 8am) on a scheduled flight to Fairbanks. Upon arrival, you will be picked up from the airport for your Fairbanks city tour. The tour includes a visit to the University of Alaska - Fairbanks Museum, where you will be surrounded by the natural and cultural history of Alaska including fossils and Native Alaskan artifacts. You will also learn about the science behind the Northern Lights. During the tour, you will also stop at the Large Animal Research Station, Alaska Oil Pipeline viewing station, Fairbanks Visitors Center, and the Alaska House Native Art Gallery. You'll then depart Fairbanks and drive to the town of North Pole to visit the world famous Santa Claus House and meet with Kris Kringle and his reindeer. Following the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel. The evening is at your leisure; you may want to add an Aurora Viewing tour (not included). Overnight in Fairbanks.

 

Sunday:  Fairbanks to Anchorage

This morning, transfer by hotel courtesy shuttle or on your own to the Fairbanks train station. At approx. 8:15am, you will depart on the train for your journey of Alaska's interior. The approximately 12 hour train journey allows you to experience nearly 356 rail miles. Along the way, you may encounter moose on the tracks and many flag stops. Tour concludes upon your arrival to Anchorage.

 

 

Scheduled flight from Anchorage to Fairbanks; Guided Fairbanks city tour (includes admission to the Univ. of Alaska - Fairbanks Museum); 1 night accommodation; Rail transportation from Fairbanks to Anchorage; all taxes.

 

 

Saturday departures ONLY from September 19, 2009 to May 8, 2010 

2009 / 2010 Winter Rates
Single	Double	Triple	Quad	Child*
on request	$560	$529	$512	$321
* Child rate valid for children 2-11 years sharing a room with 2 full paying adults.

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Alaska Winter Railroad Schedule

	Weekend Schedule Sept. 19, 2009 - May 10, 2010	Northbound on Saturdays (read down)	Southbound on Sundays (read up)
	Anchorage	8:30 am	8:00 pm
	Talkeetna	11:25 am	4:50 pm
	Denali Park	3:55 pm	12:30 pm
	Healy	4:40 pm	11:45 am
	Fairbanks	8:00 pm	8:30 am

 

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