Enjoy
Alaska's best winter outdoor activities in
two different resorts and travel through
spectacular winter scenery on the Alaska
Railroad. At the Alyeska Resort, located 40
miles south of Anchorage, you can enjoy
excellent downhill skiing, cross-country
skiing and snowshoeing, or just relax in the
spa. Enjoy a scenic railroad ride and a
visit to Chena Hot Springs Resort. The
outdoor mineral hot spring at the Resort, as
well as the indoor hot tubs and pool,
provide a relaxing environment. The Resort
also offers great Aurora / Northern Lights
viewing on clear nights!
9
Days / 8 Nights - Tuesday departures ONLY!
Day 1 (Tuesday): Arrive in
Anchorage
Transfer to hotel by
courtesy shuttle. Overnight in Anchorage.
Day 2 (Wednesday): Anchorage to
Girdwood / 39 miles
Plan 45 minutes driving time, not including
stops.
This morning, pick up your rental
car from the downtown rental office. You
will then drive one of the most beautiful
highway sections in Alaska, along Turnagain
Arm to Girdwood. After checking in at the
Hotel Alyeska, explore the area and try one
of the many restaurants. In the evening,
relax in the whirlpool or take the tram to
enjoy a first class meal at the Seven
Glaciers Restaurant. Overnight at the Hotel
Alyeska.
Day 3 (Thursday): Alyeska Resort
Spend the day enjoying diverse terrain and
unparalleled views. Alyeska receives an
annual snowfall of 782 inches! The mountain
is sure to please all: un-groomed double
black diamond runs for the advanced skiers
and riders, big mountain carving in wide
mountain bowls for the intermediate, and
well groomed trails for the beginner. For
those not interested in downhill skiing /
snow boarding, receive a resort credit for
use at restaurants, gift shops, or for
equipment rental. After a day spent on the slopes,
relax in the fitness center's whirlpool or
sauna, or schedule a session with the
massage therapists. Overnight at the Hotel Alyeska.
Day 4 (Friday): Girdwood to
Anchorage
Today we have included another full-day lift
ticket pass (or resort credit) for you to use before checking
out and returning to Anchorage. Upon arrival
in Anchorage, return your rental car.
Overnight Anchorage.
Day 5 (Saturday): Anchorage to
Fairbanks
In the morning, take the hotel courtesy
shuttle to the Anchorage train station. Here
you will board the famous Alaska Railroad at
8:30am and travel through beautiful Alaska's
winter landscape to Fairbanks. During the
train ride, enjoy spectacular views of the
Alaska Range and possibly even Mt. McKinley
(weather permitting). You will arrive in
Fairbanks at approx. 7:45pm. Transfer to the
hotel via hotel courtesy shuttle. Overnight
Fairbanks.
Day 6 (Sunday): Fairbanks to Chena
Hot Spring Resort
Transfer from your hotel in Fairbanks to
Chena Hot Springs Resort this morning. After
a one-hour transfer, you will arrive at the
resort. Spend the afternoon exploring the
resort and soaking in the mineral hot
springs. This evening, enjoy a 4-hour aurora
viewing tour on heated snow cats. Overnight
at the Chena Hot Springs Resort.
Day 7 (Monday): Chena Hot Springs
Resort
Today is at your leisure to enjoy the many
activities offered by the resort, such as
dog sledding and snowshoeing (not included;
can be booked directly at the resort).
We also recommend a tour of the Aurora Ice
Museum, where everything from the chairs to
the chandeliers are hand carved from ice.
Pool passes are included throughout your
stay. Overnight at the Chena Hot Springs Resort.
Day 8 (Tuesday): Chena Hot Spring
Resort to Fairbanks
to Anchorage
This morning you will transfer back to
Fairbanks in time to catch your flight to
Anchorage. Upon arrival in Anchorage,
transfer to your hotel by courtesy
shuttle. The rest of the day is free to
explore Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Overnight Anchorage.
Day 9 (Wednesday): Anchorage
departure
Transfer via hotel courtesy shuttle to
the airport. Depart or start an additional
program.
8 nights
moderate level accommodations; 3 days
midsize car rental with unlimited miles; 2
days ski / snowboard lift pass or resort
credit at the Alyeska Resort; Alaska Railroad
from Anchorage to Fairbanks; roundtrip
transfers between Fairbanks and Chena Hot
Springs Resort; 4-hour evening Aurora
viewing snow coach tour and pool passes at
Chena Hot Springs Resort; scheduled flight
from Fairbanks to Anchorage; All taxes and
fees.
Optional insurance for rental vehicle, additional
driver fees, or gasoline.
Meals, excursions, or admission fees other
than mentioned.
Please request any
additional car rental
days needed!
Tuesday departures ONLY from
November 30, 2009 to March 26, 2010
|
2009
/ 2010 Winter Rates
based on best available moderate accommodation and
midsize car |
|
Program
/ Room
Type |
Single |
Double /
Twin |
Triple |
Quad |
4 share
car/ 2 rooms |
|
Rates per
person |
$2369 |
$1495 |
$1259 |
$1227 |
$1459 |
|
Child
Rate: $565
Valid for children
11 years and younger, sharing 1 room
with 2 full paying adults. Max. 2
children / 2 adults per room. |
|
Upgrade your
rental car!
Surcharge per rental vehicle |
|
Full-size: $15 |
|
SUV: $123 |
|
Minivan: $78 |
Alaska Winter Tour Package
