Sightseeing in Denali
See the best of Alaska with Voyij's curated sightseeing tours. Whether you prefer a relaxing bus ride, a historic train journey, or a guided city tour, our experiences offer unforgettable views, cultural highlights, and expert narration. Perfect for first-time visitors, cruisers, and anyone wanting to explore Alaska at a scenic and easy pace.
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Denali Peak Experience Flight
Your Best Odds of Seeing Denali. Fly with the original flightseeing company in Denali for a thrilling and inspiring flight around the highest point in North America. Soar amongst the jagged peaks of the Alaska Range on a stunning 200-mile flight through Denali National Park to get within 1/2 mile of Denali. Weather permitting, this flight will circle Denali to see every spectacular corner of this majestic mountain. From takeoff to landing, the breathtaking views will have you on the edge of your seat. The 60-70 minute flight departs from our private airstrip on the eastern edge of Denali National Park, and you’ll enjoy the comfort and views from your window seat on our twin-engine plane. You’ll see braided rivers, wildly colorful ridgelines, and velvety tundra-covered valleys as you climb towards pristine snow-covered peaks and tumbling icefalls en route to the Mountain. As you near Denali, you will thread between snowy alpine peaks, such as Mount Mather, Silverthrone, and Mount Huntington. You’ll be flying at an optimal altitude that will give you the best perspective of the sheer size of the mountains of the Denali Massif. Our company has been operating flightseeing tours to Denali for more than 40 years, and our highly experienced pilots will use their skills and knowledge to guide you to the best views in Denali. Denali Face to Face: While this flight focuses heavily on Denali and its immediate vicinity, you will also be able to experience all the striking signature features of the 6 million acres that comprise Denali National Park, including the vivid Polychrome Mountains, the Toklat river basin, and the color contrasts of Denali’s vast geological displays as you ascend along the spine of the Alaska Range. Prepare to be humbled by this vast, utterly unique, and remote Alaskan landscape that is best seen by air in order to appreciate the sheer magnitude of its beauty. Let our highly experienced and knowledgeable pilots help you discover the highlight of your Alaskan vacation. Highlights of This Once in a Lifetime Tour: - Views of the Wickersham Wall Arguably the tallest vertical relief of any mountain in the world. This 14,000-foot sheer wall of ice and snow is the best opportunity you’ll have to gain a stunning perspective of the towering size of Denali. - Ridge-hopping The spines of Denali, such as the dramatic Carpe and Karstens ridgelines, used by the first climbers to summit Denali - Views of the Great Gorge in the expansive Ruth Amphitheater, with its dramatic 5,000-foot granite walls rising straight from glacial ice almost 4,000 feet thick - Intimate views of the glaciers tumbling down Denali north side, including the Traleika, Brooks, and the long-running Muldrow flowing from between the north and south summits at 17,000 feet - Close views of the south side glaciers including the deepest glacier (the Ruth), the longest glacier in the Alaska Range (the Kahiltna), the meandering Tokositna, and the colorful Eldridge - Views of Mount Foraker Mount Russell, and Mount Hunter, the next 3 tallest mountains in the Alaska Range, rounding out the Denali Family
Denali Express Flight
Explore Denali National Park. Fly on an Alaskan adventure into the heart of Denali National Park. The focus of this tour is to give visitors an optimal bird’s-eye of all the features of the Park with the chance to see Denali when weather conditions permit. You’ll fly along the snow-capped peaks of the Alaska Range on your way to the Muldrow, Brooks, and Traleika Glaciers, the massive rivers of ice that flow from Denali’s east face. Your flight begins from our private airstrip on the eastern border of the Park. The 150-mile flight will cover an astonishing array of terrain, from the marshy and green lowlands, through the colorful mid-levels of the Cantwell Formation and the foothills of the Alaska Range, up to the stunning rock and ice of the alpine peaks as you near the Denali Massif. Your pilot will get you within 5 miles of Denali itself. The unparalleled views on this flight offer you the chance to witness how the various natural forces in the Park came together to shape Denali. Weather permitting, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the northeast corner of Denali, which was the original access point for the first climbers to stand atop the summits. You may also see portions of the Wickersham Wall, the steepest vertical relief in the world. From this vantage point, you will enjoy views of Denali’s sharp ridgelines contrasting with the tumbling ice of the Muldrow Glacier. Prepare to see the majestic and rugged beauty of Denali from a perspective that is impossible to gain from the Park road. Highlights of This Once in a Lifetime Tour: - Polychrome and Cathedral Mountains Views of the vivid Polychrome and Cathedral Mountains. - Meandering braided rivers Flowing through glacially carved valleys - Intimate views of the north side glaciers With their bright blue crevasses and contrasting gravel overlays - The heart of the original Park Fly over the heart of the original Park boundaries - Spectacularly unique geological formations throughout the park - The Muldrow glacier The longest on the north side of the Alaska Range, which begins at over 17,000 feet
Denali to Anchorage on McKinley Explorer Private Train
Experience Denali with Alaska's most trusted tour company Departure Time: 9:15AM from Denali, arrival in Anchorage at 5:15PM. Saturday arrivals is 5:30 - 5:45PM Duration: 8 hours What's Included - Travel on the luxurious McKinley Explorer private train with dome cars - Reclining seat with tray table & foot rest - Newer cars have power ports - Car attendant and bartender with ala carte food & drinks available for purchase - Meal service available in the dining car - Outdoor vestibules and lounge areas throughout the train - Narration by an onboard attendant/naturalist Whats NOT included: - Transportation to/from the Anchorage & Denali Railroad Depot - Meals & drinks (on train and at lodge) - Tips for guides/drivers/attendants Guest/Participant Limitations: Luggage is limited to 2 per person, train can only accomodate small backpacks/purses. Scooters are not able to be stored on the train and will need to go as checked luggage, wheelchair service is available (and the trains have a lift onboard). ADA Access: This excursion is able to accommodate guests with service animals or mobility assistive devices/wheelchairs. Trains do have lifts for those who have limited mobility. If you are flying out of Anchorage, we recommend booking flights that depart at 8PM or later. Please note the restrictive cancellation policy by the operator. Travel insurance is **HIGHLY** encouraged. Due to the popularity of Denali, cancellation/refund fees as follow: $25 per traveler for any changes & cancellations to help cover administrative & credit card fees (we're a small company!) PLUS: 31 - 46 days prior to departure - $175 per person penalty 0 - 31 days prior to departure - 100% non-refundable We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect you in the event of unforseeable events!
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Denali Highway Jeep Excursion
Don't miss the Denali Highway, the #2 "Drive of a Lifetime” by National Geographic Traveler magazine! Once the gateway to Denali National Park, this 135-mile gravel road is surrounded by pristine nature & is a photographer’s paradise. Snow-capped mountains, icy glaciers & panoramic vistas flank the Denali Highway. During your guided & narrated 100+ mile round trip excursion, there are opportunities to see Denali & wildlife (both weather permitting.) New, 4-door Jeeps hug the dirt road, while comfortably seating four adults who can trade off driving. Each Jeep has a CB radio for communicating with the guide so stops can be made whenever desired. As driving the Denali Highway is prohibited by most rental vehicle companies, this exclusive excursion provides access to more of Alaska's spectacular scenery and wildlife & is a great alternative to crowded bus trips.
Anchorage to Denali on the McKinley Explorer Ultra Dome Car Train
Experience Denali with Alaska's most trusted tour company Departure Time: 9:15AM from Anchorage, arrival in Denali at 5:00 PM Duration: 8 hours What's Included - Travel on the luxurious McKinley Explorer private train with dome cars - Reclining seat with tray table & foot rest - Newer cars have power ports - Car attendant and bartender with ala carte food & drinks available for purchase - Meal service available in the dining car - Outdoor vestibules and lounge areas throughout the train - Narration by an onboard attendant/naturalist Whats NOT included: - Transportation to/from the Anchorage & Denali Railroad Depot - Meals & drinks (on train and at lodge) - Tips for guides/drivers/attendants Guest/Participant Limitations: Luggage is limited to 2 per person, train can only accomodate small backpacks/purses. Scooters are not able to be stored on the train and will need to go as checked luggage, wheelchair service is available (and the trains have a lift onboard). ADA Access: This excursion is able to accommodate guests with service animals or mobility assistive devices/wheelchairs. Trains do have lifts for those who have limited mobility. Please note the restrictive cancellation policy by the operator. Travel insurance is **HIGHLY** encouraged. Due to the popularity of Denali, cancellation/refund fees as follow: $25 per traveler for any changes & cancellations to help cover administrative & credit card fees (we're a small company!) PLUS: 31 - 46 days prior to departure - $175 per person penalty 0 - 31 days prior to departure - 100% non-refundable We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect you in the event of unforseeable events!
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