Sample Itineraries

These itineraries are created with the summer months in mind.   

If you will be visiting in another time of year, please see those pages for relevant itineraries.               WINTER          SPRING          FALL

2 Day Dash

DAY 1

Arrive in Denali mid-morning to mid-afternoon.
Have lunch and do some shopping
Afternoon Excursion – Ex: White Water Rafting, Horse-back riding, Zip-lining
Evening Meal
Evening Exploration – Ex: See the sled dog kennels and visit the DNP Visitor Center

DAY 2

Early Morning Wake-Up Call
Bus tour into Denali National Park (Bring a box lunch)
Return to accommodations midafternoon or early evening
Do a short hike in Denali Park front-country
Evening Meal
Relax and pack for tomorrow’s departure!

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3 Day Glimpse

DAY 1

Arrive in Denali mid-morning to mid-afternoon.
Have lunch and orient yourself.
Afternoon Excursion – Ex: ATV ride, photography tour, visit a sled dog team
Evening Meal (Fine Dining)
Relax and recharge

DAY 2

Early Morning Wake-Up Call
Bus tour into Denali National Park (Bring a box lunch)
Return to accommodations midafternoon
Walk Denali Park Canyon and shop for keepsakes
Evening Meal (Relaxed and casual)
Relaxation Time

DAY 3

Wake up at your leisure
Visit Denali Nation Park Visitor Center
Hike!   Do it yourself, or hire a guide.
Lunch on the go
Another excursion opportunity, Ex: helicopter tour, play golf, go fly-fishing
Evening Meal (Take-out in your room)
Relax and pack for tomorrow’s departure!

5 Day Immersion

DAY 1

Arrive in Denali mid-morning to mid-afternoon.
Have lunch and stretch your legs
Afternoon excursion, Ex: covered wagon ride, Jeep tour, guided hike
Evening Meal (Food truck)
Relax and recharge

DAY 2

Wake up at your leisure
Full day hike or bike Denali Park Road!   Do it yourself, or hire a guide.
Take your lunch on the go
Evening Meal (Pizza & Beer)

DAY 3
Early Morning Wake-Up Call
Bus tour into Denali National Park (Bring a box lunch)
Return to accommodations midafternoon or early evening
Evening Meal (Outdoor Dining)
Relaxation Time

DAY 4

Wake up at your leisure
Morning Hike, Ex: Horseshoe Lake, OxBow Trail, Dragonfly Falls
Lunch
Explore another nearby community
Evening Meal (Dinner Theater Show)
Evening Activity (drive into Denali National Park, take an excursion)

DAY 5

Wake up at your leisure
Enjoy some coffee while picking out souvenirs
Explore the Denali Hwy
Eat lunch at an open Lodge on the Denali Hwy
Take a tour on the Denali Highway (Gold panning, mining tours, etc)
Return in evening for a late dinner
Pack and relax!