Monday
Fly into Fairbanks. Hotel courtesy transportation is provided to the hotel. Overnight in Fairbanks, the Heart of the Interior. Meals: N/A

Tuesday
This morning, meet your local Alaskan tour director at a tour orientation. 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 optional activity - dine at an authentic salmon bake or visit Trail Breaker Kennels, a working dog kennel. Overnight in Fairbanks. Meals: B

Wednesday
Ride the motor coach 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. Overnight in Denali. Meals: B

Thursday
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 six-eight hour journey is narrated allowing for insight into the animals, flora and fauna of this spectacular region. Early May & September tours are shortened due to road conditions. Overnight in Denali. Meals: B, SBM

Friday
Enjoy a morning of leisure for on 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 in Anchorage. Meals: B

You may choose to upgrade to the Alaska Railroad Gold Star Service.
GoldStar Service features: Confirmed seat in the upper-level dome car, Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages served at your seat, Priority check-in and boarding, Priority seating in the lower-level dining room showcasing original Alaska artwork, Private outdoor viewing deck - the only one of its kind, The new cars are modeled on the latest 89-foot double-deck dome cars built by Colorado Railcar. Dine in comfort in 36 dining room seats with views through picture windows. Your dome-level reclining seats can rotate to accommodate groups of four and let you share the experience with friends. A full-time bar attendant is available to those looking for libations.