Alaska Vacations
In the land of glaciers
Our Expert Tips for Your Alaska Trip
Experience the feeling of wilderness on your round trip through Alaska. Here you'll find stunning nature with mountains, tundra, deep forests and sparkling lakes, but also ice-blue glaciers and sparkling starry skies. In the nature you also have the chance to experience the wild inhabitants of the landscapes: Bears, moose, wolves and whales are at home here. You can spot wildlife while exploring spectacular national parks like Denali National Park or Kenai Fjords National Park! Alaska is synonymous with the outdoors. Look forward to hiking up mountains and glaciers, rafting or kayaking tours and experience nature with all your senses.
What to See During Your Alaska Trip?
Alaska offers the full range of natural beauty with lakes, sea, glaciers, fjords and mountains. Experience a unique flora and fauna with numerous activities. But Alaska also has a lot to offer in terms of culture. Visit the settlements of the Inuit and indigenous peoples and learn more about their culture and way of life. The northernmost state in the USA is simply awe-inspiring! With the recommendations of our travel experts, you will get the best tips to experience the country in an incomparable way and in all its facets. Look forward to unique experiences that you will not soon forget.
Where to Go on Your Alaska Trip?
Denali National Park
On a trip through Alaska a visit to Denali National Park is a must. Here you'll find the highest mountain of North America, the Denali. In the nature reserve, you can experience the wild nature of Alaska. Grizzly bears, wolves, moose and caribou roam here. The park can be explored on a tour by bus along the 145-kilometre park road or from the air by helicopter or plane.
Fairbanks
In Fairbanks, follow in the footsteps of gold prospectors. Visit the decommissioned Gold Dredge No. 8 gold mine and take local excursions such as hiking, wildlife watching, kayaking and boating on the Chena River. Fairbanks is also considered an ideal place to see the Aurora Borealis. Best time to see the Aurora Borealis is between September and early April.
Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve
The spectacular Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve has contrasts to offer! Here you'll find tidewater glaciers, rainforests and a host of wildlife including bears, eagles, whales and seals.
Katmai National Park & Preserve
Katmai National Park, protected since 1918, is famous for its rugged volcanic landscape. The park is home to many brown bears, making it the ideal spot for bear watching. There are also masses of salmon in the rivers.
Alaska Marine Highway
From the water you can experience the wild nature on the Alaska Marine Highway. The ferry system connects the towns of the Inside Passage, Prince William Sound and the Aleutian Islands. From the water, you'll spot seals, whales and fish, and you can explore the port towns on a walking tour.
Juneau
Alaska's capital is picturesquely situated in the Inside Passage, but is only accessible by boat or air. The waterfront is a hive of activity. Fishing boats, seaplanes and cruise ships arrive here. The main attraction is the Mendenhall Glacier. A gondola ride up Mount Roberts is also one of the must-do's. From the top there is a beautiful panoramic view of the harbour and the bay. Less
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