Traveling by train is a rich experience, connecting us to American history, to the thrill of discovering new places and magical landscapes, and to the sounds and shear power of locomotive engines. No wonder train travel is so popular!
This month we take you “behind the scenes” at the Alaska Railroad and share some of our most popular Alaska tours which include train travel. Whether you decide to travel the full 500-mile route from Seward to Fairbanks or just jump on and off for a local day tour excursion by rail, you’ll love the easy, relaxed and comfortable style of travel onboard the railroad.
We also showcase the many highlights and attractions you can find at each of the Alaska Railroad’s train stops. You will have a tough time deciding NOT to get off the train as you travel the Alaska Railroad’s route. But not to worry! Our experts at Alaska Tours can easily help you narrow down your options so you can maximize your fun on your Alaska trip based on your time and dollar budget.
You can’t go wrong selecting our Alaska Railroad Adventure Tour. This is a great trip for independent travelers as well as a land-tour add on for cruise passengers! This tour’s itinerary travels roundtrip from Anchorage beginning with a glacier cruise on Prince William Sound from Whittier. Then, hop back on the railroad to travel north to Denali, tour the park then enjoy a classic sternwheeler riverboat excursion in Fairbanks before returning to Anchorage.
You might also enjoy our “Active Alaska” Rail Package. This trip departs from Fairbanks and takes you first to Denali for whitewater rafting and hiking through Denali’s wilderness areas. Then you’ll hop back on the train to Seward where you’ll cruise to glaciers in Kenai Fjords National Park and kayak around icebergs in Bear Glacier Lagoon. Add a zipline tour if you like, then head back to Anchorage to kick back after experiencing some of the best of “active Alaska”.
Don’t miss your chance to experience the iconic Alaska Railroad “up close and personal”. You’ll never regret it!
