Southeast Alaska, Yukon Territory, & Denali National Park

Day 1

Welcome to the Green Tortoise!

Your Alaska camping trip begins with a breathtaking voyage north on the Inside Passage.  A ferry cruise through the glacier-carved cliffs and waterfalls of the Lynn Canal brings us to Haines and Port Chilkoot.  This small town calls to the adventure enthusiast in us all.  An optional flight-seeing tour of Glacier Bay will leave you elated.  Words cannot describe the thrill of seeing the expansive, wild and frozen earth from above.  Some may choose to take a hike for panoramic views of the Lynn Canal and Chilkat River.  You may decide to visit local shops and cafes around Haines’ quaint downtown or get to know the locals from a stool at the Fogcutter Bar. The history buffs will love a walk around Fort William H. Seward National Monument.

Camp Night

All Meals Out

Showers Available

Day 2

You’ll be enamored with the enormity of the world as we travel through untouched wilderness in near solitude.  Don’t forget to look out for bears, Dall sheep, moose, and mountain goats!  Kluane National Park in the Yukon Territory invites us to explore along Kathleen Lake. It won’t take long to recognize why this wilderness has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  The adventure continues to Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs for an evening spent relaxing in pristine pools.

Camp Night

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Showers Available 

Day 3

Jagged granite peaks, idyllic alpine lakes and tundra landscapes roll by in the window frames on the way to Dawson City. This stretch of the North Klondike Highway is well-known for wildlife sightings!  A stop atop Midnight Dome will give you a chance to see the Gold Rush city from above, alongside the mighty Yukon River. By night, maybe you’ll strike it rich at Diamond Tooth Gertie’s Gambling Hall.  Even if you don’t win big, stick around for the cancan inspired show!  Some may even join the famous Sourtoe Cocktail Club at the Sourdough Saloon.

Camp Night

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch

Showers Available

Day 4

In the morning, step back in time to the Klondike Gold Rush.  Meander the museums and historic town, visit the Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre, or hit the trail to explore the hills. Check out the Paddle Wheel Graveyard or relax by the riverfront. This afternoon, the journey continues to Chicken, Alaska; a small town established in the 1930s for prospecting and mining.  In 2023, the official population was twelve! Today, the few residents invite travelers to their home to enjoy the intriguing history and tour a real dredge. Indulge in a root beer float on the porch of the local cafe and party the night away at the local’s favorite place to hang.  

Camp Night

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch

Showers Available

Day 5

We’ll spend a day exploring the stunningly beautiful, and lightly traveled Denali Highway. We’ll make a few stops so you’ll be able to explore further — take a photo of elusive wildlife, marvel over wildflowers, hike through the high tundra on the Maclaren Summit Trail. Tonight, pitch camp with a breathtaking view of the Alaska Range.

Camp Night

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Showers Available

Day 6

A truly off-the-beaten-path journey along the remainder of the Denali Highway reveals our first chance at a sighting of Denali.  The mountain is so large it can be seen from as far as 150 miles away!  By the afternoon, we’re getting to know Denali National Park from the visitor center and front country hiking trails. Our campsite inside the park is sure to impress with expansive views and boundless opportunities to explore.

Camp Night

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Showers Available

Days 7 & 8

We greet the morning at Denali National Park, the namesake of this adventure!  The sprawling tundra is our playground for the next few days!  Venture out on the marvelous trails from the park’s visitor center, take a ranger-led hike or embark on a bus journey deep into the park.  Don’t miss the chance to see moose, bears, caribou, foxes and Dall sheep in their natural habitat! You have an opportunity to go on a whitewater rafting adventure through the picturesque landscape on the Nenana River.  However you choose to spend our extended stay, you’re guaranteed to take away treasured memories of the raw beauty and trackless wilderness stretching beneath “The Great One!”

Camp Nights

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch

Showers Available

Day 9

Today, we’ll bid farewell to “The Great One” and continue our expedition south towards the Cook Inlet. Enjoy a scenic ride as the St. Elias Mountain Range reveals itself; the highest coastal mountain range on Earth. By the evening, we’ll be contemplating natural history at the face of the Matanuska Glacier.

Camp Night

Meals Included: Breakfast / Dinner

Day 10

Set foot on the magnificent Matanuska Glacier. A short walk and you’ll feel the ancient valley glacier under your feet!  An optional guided trip with local outfitters gives you access to some of the more remote and spectacular sites. 

This afternoon, an opportunity to visit the Alaska Native Cultural Center gives you a window into the world of the Dena’ina Athabascan Tribe. By the evening, you’ll be exploring the outdoor adventure enthusiast’s paradise of Girdwood.

Camp Night

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch

Showers Available

Day 11 

Girdwood provides endless opportunities for adventure!  Stretch your legs on a morning hike up Mount Alyeska with the chance to ride the gondola back down.  Explore the remarkable rainforest on the Winner Creek Trail to take in the aromatic and unique atmosphere.  Perhaps you’ll settle into the spa at the Alyeska Resort. In the afternoon, be on the lookout for mountain goats or beluga whales as we travel around Turnagain Arm towards the charming town of Hope. 

Camp Night

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Showers Available

Day 12

With its old gold-rush style and friendly inhabitants, Hope is a great little town for strolling. There are a number of good hikes here, either along the shores of Turnagain Arm, or up the nearby ridge for spectacular views. If you want to get wet ‘n’ wild, some of the best whitewater rafting in Alaska is available here on Six-Mile Creek.  A journey along the Seward Highway brings us to our waterside campsite beneath the massive Mount Marathon.

Camp Night

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Showers Available

Day 13

Today’s destination is the gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park.  In Seward, your options include a cruise or kayaking tour on Resurrection Bay with chances to see humpback whales, porpoise, or orcas . You may choose to take a hike for incredible views over the Exit Glacier at Kenai Fjords National Park.  Explore the quaint downtown and get to know the life underwater at the Alaska SeaLife Center or visit the Seward Museum for a dive into cultural history. 

Camp Night

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch

Showers Available

Day 14

The rugged mountains surrounding Seward are the backdrop for our final breakfast together.  Reminisce about your incredible journey as we head for Anchorage on the scenic drive along the Seward Highway.  This evening, we say “See you next time!” 

Meals Included: Breakfast

• • Travel By Comfortable Custom Coach
  • 80% of Quality Crafted Meals
  • National Park Entrance Fees
  • All Camping Fees
  • Semi-Guided Exploration of Cities & Parks
  • Expert Guide & Professional Driver With Local Knowledge
   

• What’s Not Included

  • • Sleeping Bag*
    • Sleeping Pad*
    • Tent*

  *Available for rent upon booking! 

  Required Additional Expenses

  • • Ferry Passage – Juneau, Alaska to Haines, Alaska: $86

• Haines area:

  • Ferry to Skagway
  • Guided Trips – Kayaking or Rafting
  • Flight-seeing Glacier Bay

• Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs

   

• Dawson City area:

  • Diamond-Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall Show
  • Dredge Tour
  • Mountain Bike Rental
  • Museum Entrances

• Denali area:

  • Transit Bus Tickets
  • Narrated Bus Tours
  • Whitewater Rafting
  •  Flight-seeing Tour

• Girdwood area:

  • Alaska Native Heritage Center
  • Alyeska Resort Spa
  • Alyeska Gondola

• Hope:

  • Six Mile Creek Rafting

• Seward: 

  • Kenai Fjord Cruise
  • Alaska SeaLife Center
  • Shuttle To Exit Glacier at Kenai Fjords National Park
  • Kayaking Tour
  • Museum Entrances

This adventure travels to Canada. You must have a passport.

You’ll be traveling in a custom, comfortable sleeper coach! 

A sleeping bag and sleeping pad are required for this adventure.  If you don’t have one, rent one from us upon booking!  

A tent is required.  On most occasions you are welcome to sleep on the bus or sleep beneath the stars.  However, a tent is required for nights the bus is not available, as well as privacy and comfort. You may rent a tent from us (subject to availability).

Our coaches are equipped with a camp kitchen.  No need to bring your own cookware or utensils.  Bring a reusable lunch container to store your packed lunch and a reusable water bottle.

Once you’re booked, you will receive a detailed packing list in your e-ticket.

Departure:  5:00 AM – Foodland IGA, 615 West Willoughby Ave., Juneau, AK 99801

Arrival: 5:00 PM – Base Camp Anchorage Hostel, 1037 W 26th Ave., Anchorage, AK 99503