10 Hours Denali Winter Drive in Alaska

10 Hours Denali Winter Drive in Alaska

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About This Experience in Fairbanks

The Denali Winter Drive provides a one day guided round trip journey by land from Fairbanks into Denali National Park. Guests will meet an informative and friendly Alaskan guide who is certain to make the day a memorable one by learning about the Tanana Valley and Denali National Park. Along the way the guide will share the history of the region and who lives here and how they make their home - both humans who live here and wildlife.

Why Visit Fairbanks?

Fairbanks, USA offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Fairbanks provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Fairbanks

You can reach Fairbanks, USA by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.

What's Included

  • Landing and facility fees
  • Includes park entrance fees.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

  • Meals are not included. Guests are more then welcome to bring their own or know we will stop at a general store in Nenana where food/drink can be purchased.
  • Parking Fees
  • Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Additional Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • CHECK IN TIME - Check in opens at 7:45 AM and closes at 8:00 AM for this tour. Guests not here by 8:00 AM risk missing this tour.

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

The ground tour

We are located on the small side of the Fairbanks International Airport on the East Ramp.

End Point

Arrive at Denali National Park -- the Murie Science and Learning Center provides the perfect base camp for exploring Alaska's best known national park (access

We are located on the small side of the Fairbanks International Airport on the East Ramp.

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

The ground tour will be south from Fairbanks on the George Parks Highway 5 hours

The ground tour will be south from Fairbanks on the George Parks Highway.

The tour will visit the rural community of... 1 hour

The tour will visit the rural community of Nenana situated on the south bank of the Tanana River - Nenana serves as a regional transportation hub with river, rail, highway and air access. The strong threads of Tanana Athabascan culture and subsistence lifestyle running through the community lend Nenana the special feel of a "bush" village located on the road system.

Pass through Healy - nestled on the northern...

Pass through Healy - nestled on the northern edge of the Alaska Range, Healy serves as the gateway community for Denali National park.

Arrive at Denali National Park -- the Murie... 4 hours

Arrive at Denali National Park -- the Murie Science and Learning Center provides the perfect base camp for exploring Alaska's best known national park (access is limited currently during covid - but is used as a resting point with what we can access). Enjoy the quiet beauty and solitude of a winter landscape blanketed in snow. Learn h ow plants, animals, and humans adopt creative strategies to survive the extreme winter cold of Alaska's Interior. Enjoy a short nature walk or snowshoe to see up close the beauty of the park on a short nature trail. This is a soft tour experience not an adventurous hike.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Is this tour suitable for all ages?

Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.

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