Grand Alaska Land Tour August 07 - 16, 2009 |
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FEATURING Anchorage, Valdez, Fairbanks and Denali National Park - . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DEPOSITS & PAYMENTS: $500 pp Deposit due at time of Reservation; Final Payment must be received by June 8th. - . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CANCELLATIONS: No refunds for cancellations made after June 8, 2009 (by Goodtime Travel) |
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| Day 1: TRANSFER TO AIRPORT / FLIGHT TO ANCHORAGE, AK / TRANSFER TO HOTEL / ANCHORAGE: Fly into Anchorage. Hotel courtesy transportation is provided to the hotel and overnight in Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city. Upon arrival in Anchorage We will be greeted by Premier Alaska Tours’ representative, our host for the next nine days. | Day 2: MATANUSKA SISITNA VALLEY / WORTHINGTON GLACIER / DINNER / VALDEZ: This morning board a deluxe motorcoach for today’s grand adventure to Valdez. Drive through the Matanuska Susitna Valley where world record monster size vegetables grow in the 24-hour daylight. Stop by Worthington Glacier for a look at this gigantic piece of ice. Early evening arrival into Valdez, nestled between the waterfront and mountains, giving it the nickname, Alaska’s Little Switzerland. Overnight Valdez. Meals: B, D
| Day 3: FREE TIME / VALDEZ MUSEUM / LUNCH / GLACIER AND WILDLIFE CRUISE / PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND / COLUMBIA GLACIER / VALDEZ: Enjoy on own exploration of this port community this morning with included entrance to the Valdez Museum. Today board a glacier and wildlife cruise and travel through the majestic Prince William Sound. Explore the three-mile face of the mighty Columbia Glacier and hear tales of the region as told by the Alaskan crew. Keep your eyes open for seals, sea lions, otters, whales, and puffins throughout this half-day exploration cruise. Overnight Valdez. Meals: CB, L
| Day 4: WRANGELL-ST.ELIAS NATIONAL PARK / TRANS-ALASKA PIPELINE / FAIRBANKS: Board the motorcoach for a journey north to the largest city in the interior, Fairbanks; better known to Alaskans as the Golden Heart City. The route takes you along the Wrangell- St. Elias National Park, the largest park in the U.S. and the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. Overnight Fairbanks. Meals: CB
| Day 5: SIGHTSEEING TOUR / FAIRBANKS MUSEUM / FREE TIME / STERNWHEEL RIVERBOAT TOUR / SALMON BAKE DINNER / FAIRBANKS: Today learn how the gold rush affected Alaska's interior on a sightseeing tour with an included visit to the University of Alaska, Fairbanks Museum. Time is available for shopping, walking or dining on your own in the downtown area. Cruise on the Chena River aboard a sternwheeler and experience the thrill of river travel. Travel back to the time when traditional riverboats plied the waterways of Alaska’s interior during the late 1800’s. Tonight, partake in an authentic salmon bake. Overnight Fairbanks. Meals: B, D
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Day 6: DENALI NATIONAL PARK / FREE TIME / DENALI DINNER THEATRE / OVERNIGHT DENALI NATIONAL PARK: Ride the motorcoach south to Denali National Park. Enjoy an afternoon of exploring this pristine area at your leisure by either participating in a complimentary park service activity or optional tour. There are many to choose from including mild or wild river rafting, flight seeing Mt. McKinley, a jet boat safari on the Nenana River or a visit to the award winning dog kennels of 2006 Iditarod champion, Jeff King. Tonight, enjoy a dinner and show at Denali Dinner Theater. Overnight Denali. Meals: B, D
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Day 7: TUNDRA WILDERNESS TOUR / DENALI NATIONAL PARK: Today travel deep into Denali National Park on the Tundra Wilderness Tour and search the pristine wilderness for bear, moose, caribou, and Dall sheep. This five or six hour narrated journey provides insight into the animals, flora and fauna of this spectacular region. Overnight Denali. Meals: B, SBM
| Day 8: MORNING / ALASKA RAILROAD / DINNER ON ALASKA RAILROAD / ANCHORAGE: Enjoy a morning of leisure for on your own exploration. This afternoon board the world famous Alaska Railroad for the day trip to Anchorage. As you travel along the Susitna River, you may catch a glimpse of the majestic Mt. McKinley or black bear along the banks of the Susitna River. Overnight Anchorage. Meals: B, D
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Day 9: ANCHORAGE CITY TOUR / ALASKA NATIVE HERITAGE CENTER / FREE TIME / ALASKA STYLE DINNER / TRANSFER TO AIRPORT / FLIGHT: Enjoy a tour of Anchorage’s historic downtown district. Then visit the Alaska Native Heritage Center, a gathering place that celebrates Alaska Native cultures. This afternoon is free for shopping and sightseeing on your own. At an Alaska-style farewell dinner we will share tales of our wonderful Alaska adventure with our traveling companions. We are then transferred to the airport for our flight home. Meals: B, D
| Day 10: FLIGHT FROM ANCHORAGE TO NASHVILLE / HOME: After our flight arrives in Nashville, we depart for home. | INCLUDED:
Round-Trip Transfer to/from Nashville Airport Trip Cancellation & Interruption Insurance Round-Trip Flight from Nashville to Anchorage Luggage Handling (except at airport) Alaska Certified Tour Guides Goodtime Travel Group Leader 9-Day Grand Alaska Land Tour Package Gratuities for Local Guide & Driver Taxes and Transfers 15 Meals (5 Dinners, 1 Lunch, 1 Snack Box Meal, 6 Breakfast Buffets, 2 Cont. Bkfsts). TRIP CANCELLATION & INTERRUPTION INSURANCE: Trip Cancellation & Interruption Insurance is included in the cost of this tour. You will receive a Certificate of Insurance within 14 days of having made your reservation. In the event that you must cancel (for coverable reason) it will be your responsibility to file the claim. -- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LAND ONLY TOUR PACKAGE: For details and cost of the escorted land-only package, call our office at 256-764-3646 or 800-606-7103 and ask for Linda or Ruby. This tour will not include air, airport transfers, or Goodtime Travel Group Leader. There are several departure dates available to suit your needs.
PASSPORT: Not required for U.S. Citizens because you never leave the U.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FLY TOURS: Air/flight prices for the Grand Alaska Land Tour are quoted from Nashville, TN. Because of availability of seats, fuel surcharges, and taxes, these rates are subject to change. Goodtime Travel Tours will guarantee the air prices only if your reservation and deposit for the tour, including air, is made by June 8th. Airline reservations made within 12 days of the flight are subject to additional costs. Included in the Nashville flight price: Roundtrip transportation to Nashville airport and roundtrip transfers from the destination airport to the hotel. Departures from cities other than Nashville, TN can be arranged upon request. Persons making independent air arrangements are responsible for their own transportation to/from airport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FLIGHT REQUIREMENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PASSENGER NAME: If you are flying within the U.S. we need your name as it appears on your driver’s license or US passport. If you are flying international we need your name as it appears on your US passport along with your passport expiration date. US guidelines require your passport to be valid at least six months after the return date of the tour. We recommend international travelers to mail in a Xerox copy of the information page in your passport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LUGGAGE: Due to multiple airline guidelines, please follow our guidelines below to insure no additional charge for excessive luggage. Checked Luggage: You are allowed one bag (maximum 49 lbs) per person. If the luggage exceeds 49 lbs. you could be charged an additional fee. Carry-on: You are allowed one carry-on item (maximum weight 20 lbs and maximum size 10” x 18” x 30”) and one personal item (purse, camera, backpack, etc.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SEAT ASSIGNMENTS: We make every effort to assign seats for you and your roommate together. We cannot guarantee seat location. “Bulkhead” or “exit row” seating cannot be assigned in advance; this is done upon airline check-in.
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For details on the 7-Day Alaska Cruise, call Linda at Goodtime Travel 1.800.606.7103
