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Travelling through Alaska and the best of the Yukon

This trip immerses you in the wilderness of Alaska and the Yukon. Along the way, we cross mountain ranges, explore impressive glaciers and discover the history of the gold rush. We travel in comfortable vehicles, accompanied by a Viajes Tuareg guide who coordinates the group and keeps the journey running smoothly.

Steve in his cabin. Photo: Eduardo Blanco
Steve in his cabin | Author Eduardo Blanco

With an expert guide, we will explore Alaska and the Yukon, enjoying wild nature.

✔️ 13-day trip
✔️ Single departure 12 JUL 2025
✔️ Price from 6875€
Alaska’s majestic landscapes combine with wildlife watching. Every day brings a different experience and fresh surprises.

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Alaska and Canada + The best of Alaska and the Yukon

 

Highlights of the Alaska and Yukon trip

  • Kenai Fjords National Park: A paradise of fjords fringed by boreal forests, with huge icebergs and glaciers descending to the sea. This park is the north’s main marine wildlife destination, with chances to see whales, sea lions and puffins.
  • Denali National Park: With 30,000 km² of spectacular wilderness, this park is home to North America’s highest mountain, majestic Denali (Mt. McKinley), at 6,193 metres. Its extraordinary biodiversity includes grizzly bears, wolves, caribou and moose.
  • Kluane National Park: Located in the Yukon, this park is home to the highest mountain in Canada, Mount Logan, and the largest non-polar ice field in the world. Its vast territory houses an impressive variety of fauna and unexplored landscapes.

The itinerary includes visits to iconic cities such as Anchorage, Fairbanks, Dawson City and Whitehorse, as well as scenic roads and unique experiences such as crossing the Yukon River by ferry, exploring the historic Dempster Highway and sailing through Prince William Sound.

Travelling through Alaska and Yukon | Tuareg Archive
Travelling through Alaska and Yukon | Tuareg Archive

Travel itinerary Alaska and Yukon

The itinerary for this trip through Alaska and the Yukon is designed to offer a complete experience, combining wild nature, history and culture. Here is a summary of the main stages:

Days 1-4: Anchorage and Denali National Park

  • Day 1: Flight from home city to Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city. Meet on arrival and transfer to the hotel.
  • Day 2: Journey to the Denali National Park, following the George Parks Highway with panoramic views. Optional scenic flight over the glacier.
  • Day 3: Exploring Denali National Park by shuttle bus, with opportunities to see grizzly bears, wolves and caribou.
  • Day 4: Departure to Fairbanks, known as the "city of the midnight sun".

Days 5-8: Dawson City and Whitehorse

  • Day 5: Travel to Dawson City, crossing into Canada on the Top of the World Highway.
  • Day 6: Day dedicated to the history of the gold rush in Dawson City, with visits to museums and period shows.
  • Day 7: Tour through the Dempster Highway, with spectacular views in Tombstone Territorial Park.
  • Day 8: Travel to Whitehorse, with stops on the Yukon River and at Miles Canyon.
Travelling through Alaska and Yukon | Photographer: Jaume Güell
Travelling through Alaska and Yukon | Photographer: Jaume Güell

Days 9 to 12: Skagway, Haines Junction and Tok

  • Day 9: Tour to Skagway, a historic gold-rush city, with the option of taking the scenic White Pass railway.
  • Day 10: Travel to Haines Junction, next to Kluane National Park, home to Mount Logan.
  • Day 11: Tour along the coast of Lake Kluane and arrival at Tok, with the possibility of seeing Dall’s sheep.
  • Day 12: Travel to Valdez, passing through Wrangell–St Elias National Park.
The best of Yukon and Alaska | Author Mikel Larretxea
The best of Yukon and Alaska | Author Mikel Larretxea

Days 13-16: Seward and return to Anchorage

  • Day 13: Cruise by ferry on the Prince William Sound, overlooking fjords and glaciers.
  • Day 14: Exploring Kenai Fjords National Park, with option of boat excursion to observe marine life.
  • Day 15: Return to Anchorage and flight back.
  • Day 16: Arrival in home city and end of the trip.

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