This 15-day round trip offers you ample opportunity to get to know Alaska's unique nature and landscape. Sometimes you will spend the night on your private boat, other times on land in a luxurious chalet or lodge. Encounter impressive brown bears and sea lions, and keep an eye out for the king of the skies, the bald eagle! Glaciers, bays, and icy heights will satisfy your thirst for adventure.
Im Süden des Bundesstaates Cook Inlet liegt Alaskas größte Stadt, Anchorage. Sie ist gleichzeitig eine der nördlichsten Städte der Erde. Hier erwartet Sie ein freundlicher Empfang – und Ihr privater Mietwagen. Die eisige Metropole gilt als kulturelle Schatzkiste und gleichzeitig als Tor zur nahen Wildnis. Am ersten Tag leben Sie sich in Ihrem Hotel ein und sehen sich gespannt in der Stadt um. Einkaufszentren, Shopping Malls, Galerien, Cafés und Szenetreffs üben eine magische Anziehungskraft aus. Abends ist die Stadt voller Musik – genießen Sie es!
Hop in your rental car and drive to Alyeska, Alaska's famous ski resort in Girdwood. It's all about your preferences and desires: would you like to go skiing, snowboarding, or hiking through the white landscape? Opt for a helicopter tour or, alternatively, choose a husky sled to race through the countryside at breakneck speed. Take a trip to the famous Spencer Glacier. An experienced guide will take you to the summit so you can see this impressive natural phenomenon up close. You'll be at an altitude of 1,200 meters, watching the 1.4-kilometer-wide glacier giant flow towards the northwest.
Your private boat awaits you in Whittier. Come aboard and explore the world-famous Prince William Sound. We recommend three nights in secluded bays on the water. Your captain is deeply rooted in the quiet world of ice and will familiarize you with nature. A chef will take care of your culinary needs. Observe sea otters, sea lions, seals, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. Don't forget to keep an eye out for the majestic bald eagle! Explore some of the charming little islands and let your eyes and soul wander.
This stay is short but sweet: check into a rustic lodge overlooking the wonderfully tranquil Summit Lake. Look forward to a relaxing night's sleep and a hearty breakfast with a view of the lake. Then, refreshed and recharged, it's back on the road.
With your rental car, you can reach the fishing village of Homer, whose headland extends deep into the sea. Oyster farmers have settled here, and sport fishermen from all over the world come to hunt for halibut, which grow larger here than anywhere else in the world. The village is dotted with inspiring art galleries. A small plane will take you to Katmai National Park. The fourth largest national park in the USA is characterized by rugged volcanic landscapes. Together with your guide, you will follow the tracks of brown bears and discover more of nature's secrets. Choose one of two day tours: either go hunting for giant halibut and salmon yourself, or take a boat trip to visit a tribe of indigenous people to learn about their foreign culture.
Stroll leisurely through the small town of Talkeetna, relax at your lodge, and prepare for a new adventure. Take to the skies aboard a small plane with your personal guide for a morning flight up to Mount Denali, the highest glacier in North America. It is one of the infamous Seven Summits, the most powerful mountains on the seven continents. As a highlight, you will land on the glacier and enjoy the stunning view over Alaska's breathtaking landscape: an experience that will stay with you for many years to come.
From Mount Denali, you have already seen it: the national park of the same name, which you will explore in more detail today. You will spend two days hiking through this untouched wilderness with your guide, keeping an eye out for moose, caribou, wolves, and grizzly bears. There is no better place for this! Your hotel on secluded Tonglen Lake will become a quiet retreat where you can reflect on all your adventures.
Drive back to Anchorage via Hatcher Pass, taking your time and stopping frequently. The natural surroundings and magnificent views will make your heart beat faster once again. In Anchorage, you will stay at the well-known Hotel Captain Hook, where you can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and delicious food. Return your rental car at the airport, wave goodbye to Alaska one last time from above, and take home wonderful memories.
