Yukon and Denali: Ocean Views and Majestic Mountains
About the Trip
For a Gold Rush-worthy adventure, head out west. Your journey starts in Vancouver with a tour of the city’s scenic waterfront on a Zodiac boat, before boarding the ms Koningsdam for a three-night Alaskan cruise. After cruising through the glacier-dotted Inside Passage, disembark in charming Skagway, where you’ll walk in the steps of gold rushers and visit the immersive Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. From there, head to Yukon to follow the route of Klondike gold stampers in Dawson City, then return to Alaska for a three-night stay at Denali National Park. Here, take in the state’s breathtaking natural beauty, viewing the Denali mountain, North America’s highest peak, and its vast wilderness.
Member-exclusive Benefits
We reward all our CAA Members on our Extraordinary Explorations® tours/cruises.
- $25 CAD Beverage card†
- $275 USD Shipboard credit‡
- $50 Denali Dollar Gift Card‡
- 50 CAA Dollars®^
- 25% savings on CAA Travel Insurance◊
Extraordinary Experience
CAA has curated an exceptional experience unique to your tour. Details of this experience is listed below:
Fjords, harbours and Granite Falls by Zodiac
See Vancouver the way it is best seen – from the water. This three-hour tour in a Zodiac inflatable boat starts at Granville Island. You’ll cross False Creek and follow the coastline as your guide points out Vancouver’s iconic waterfront landmarks, including the Burrard Street bridge and Siwash Rock, the city’s most-photographed natural formation. Continue through Vancouver Harbour and on to Deep Cove and Indian Arm, a glacial fjord with a backdrop of steep granite cliffs that can only be seen by boat.
Package Includes:
- Airfare from Toronto or Winnipeg to Vancouver and return from Anchorage to Toronto or Winnipeg
- Pre-cruise tour:
- 2-night stay in first-class accommodation in Vancouver
- Breakfast daily
- Sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary
- Hotel porterage of 1 suitcase per person
- 3-night Alaska cruise on-board the Koningsdam
- Onboard meals and entertainment as per cruise itinerary
- Have it All:
- Elite beverage package
- 1-night Specialty Dining
- Shore excursion discount
- Wi-Fi package
- Prepaid onboard gratuities
- Post-cruise tour
- 2-night stay in moderate-class accommodation in Skagway
- 1-night stay in moderate-class accommodation in Whitehorse
- 2-night stay in moderate-class accommodation in Dawson City
- 1-night stay in moderate-class accommodation in Fairbanks
- 3-night stay in moderate-class accommodation in Denali National Park
- 1-night stay in moderate-class accommodation in Anchorage
- 9 Breakfast, 1 lunch and 1 snack
- White Pass Scenic train from Skagway to Fraser
- McKinley Explorer train from Denali to Anchorage
- Destination Transfers
Yukon and Denali: Ocean Views and Majestic Mountains
Activity Level: Moderate. Retrace the path of the historic Gold Rush and explore the natural wonders of the magnificent Denali on this adventure through Alaska and the Yukon by sea and rail.
Day 1
Depart from Toronto or Winnipeg to Vancouver. Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to the hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to explore the city.
Day 2
Vancouver – Today is your Extraordinary Experience: A tour of Granite Falls by Zodiac. You’ll cruise through Vancouver Harbour into Deep Cove and further up Indian Arm where you’ll witness the natural fjord leading to Granite Falls. After the tour, return to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. B
Day 3
Vancouver – Transfer to the cruise terminal and board the Koningsdam for a three-night Alaska Cruise. B
Day 4
Inside Passage − Scenic cruising.
Day 5
Tracy Arm Inlet and Juneau.
Day 6
Skagway – Disembark and meet your Journey Host to learn about your upcoming adventure. This evening, there will be a group event given by your Journey Host.
Day 7
Skagway – Explore Skagway on your own or take an optional excursion. B
Day 8
Whitehorse – Depart Skagway aboard the historic White Pass train to Fraser, then by coach to Whitehorse, the capital of the Yukon. B
Day 9
Dawson City – Follow the route of Klondike gold stampeders to Dawson City B/L
Day 10
Dawson City – Your morning is free to take an optional excursion. In the afternoon, enjoy a nostalgic Yukon River paddle-wheeler cruise aboard the Klondike Spirit B
Day 11
Fairbanks – Your journey continues as you board a short flight bound for Fairbanks. B
Day 12
Denali National Park – After a step back in time to pan for gold at the historic Gold Dredge 8, it’s off to magnificent Denali. B
Day 13
Denali National Park – Today features the unforgettable Tundra Wilderness Tour that takes you into the heart of Denali National Park. B
Day 14
Denali National Park – Explore on your own or take an optional excursion. B
Day 15
Anchorage – This morning, board the luxurious McKinley Explorer bound for Anchorage. B
Day 16
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Toronto or Winnipeg.
B - Breakfast | L - Lunch
Terms & Conditions
*$7,759 is a Verandah cabin based on Cat. VB, $8,169 is a Vista Suite cabin based on Cat. AS. **$7,949 is a Verandah cabin based on Cat. VB, $8,359 is a Vista Suite cabin based on Cat. AS. Ship’s Registry: Netherlands. All CAA Member prices are per person, based on double occupancy, in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated and are subject to change without prior notice until final payment is paid. All prices are correct at press time and apply to new bookings only, based on availability at time of booking. To receive CAA Member-exclusive benefits, there must be one valid CAA Member travelling per booking. Non-members booking Extraordinary Explorations will not receive Member-exclusive benefits.
†Beverage card is one per person, in Canadian funds and has no cash value.
‡CAA Member-exclusive benefits are per stateroom and are based on double occupancy.
‡Denali Dollar Gift Card is per person.
^CAA Dollars awarded per adult Member. To earn and redeem CAA Dollars, you must be a current CAA Member in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). CAA Dollars will be credited at time of departure. For more information on CAA Dollars, please visit www.caasco.com/caadollars.
◊CAA Travel Insurance is underwritten by Orion Travel Insurance Company, a CAA Company. Twenty-five percent (25%) Member savings is made up of a ten percent (10%) Member savings as well as a promotional fifteen percent (15%) savings when you purchase an Extraordinary Explorations tour through CAA Travel, applies to CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba Members in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). This promotional offer is valid until December 31, 2024. Ten percent (10%) Member savings applies to Members in good standing of all other CAA clubs. Savings apply to the total premium excluding applicable taxes. Minimum premium applies. Visitors to Canada Insurance is limited to the promotional savings. Certain exclusions, limitations and restrictions apply. Subject to change without notice. A Medical Questionnaire may be required to purchase travel insurance. Extraordinary Explorations vacations are organized and booked by CAA Travel (South Central Ontario) Inc. and CAA Manitoba (“CAA Travel”) on behalf of CAA Club Group (o/a CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba). In the event of an increase in any of the cost factors, CAA Travel reserves the right to increase the price whereby the provisions of the Travel Industry Act shall prevail. CAA Extraordinary Explorations packages are 100% non-refundable at final payment. CAA Travel service fee for cancellation prior to final payment varies by program. For full payment terms and conditions, please ask your CAA Travel Consultant. CAA Travel reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements (minimum number of participants) or circumstances beyond its control. Additional fees for checked luggage or other incidentals may be incurred and vary according to itinerary and airline. Air schedules with some tours are not available at press time and may include several connections or forced overnight at passenger’s expense. CAA Travel strongly recommends the purchase of trip cancellation and emergency travel and emergency medical insurance at the time of booking. Please note: Participants must be able to embark and disembark cruise ships and coaches without assistance as well as have a good level of mobility for walking tours in destinations where stairs and traditional cobblestone streets can be challenging. International transportation vehicles and facilities may not meet accessibility standards.
Flight
IncludedTour Itinerary
Day 1
Depart from Toronto or Winnipeg to Vancouver. Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to the hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to explore the city.
Day 2
Vancouver
Enjoy your Extraordinary Experience, a Granite Falls Zodiac Tour. This three-hour tour in a Zodiac inflatable boat starts at Granville Island. You’ll cross False Creek and follow the coastline as your guide points out Vancouver’s iconic waterfront landmarks, including the Burrard Street bridge and Siwash Rock – the city’s most-photographed natural formation. Continue on through Vancouver Harbour and on to Deep Cove and Indian Arm, a glacial fjord with a backdrop of steep granite cliffs that can only be seen by boat. B
Day 3
Vancouver
After breakfast, transfer to cruise terminal and board the Koningsdam for a three-night Alaska Cruise. B
Day 4
Scenic cruising the Inside Passage
Day 5
Tracey Arm Inlet and Juneau, Alaska
Day 6
Skagway
Disembark and meet your Journey Host to learn about your upcoming adventure, then enjoy a short historical tour of the area enroute to your Skagway hotel. This evening, there will be a group event given by your Journey Host.
Day 7
Skagway
Explore Skagway on your own or take an optional excursion. Don't miss the chance to visit Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park and immerse yourself in its colourful history. B
Day 8
Whitehorse
Depart Skagway aboard the historic White Pass train to Fraser, then by coach to Whitehorse, the capital of the Yukon. B
Day 9
Dawson City
Follow the route of Klondike gold stampeders in style to Dawson City, with an included lunch stop. B/L
Day 10
Dawson City
Your morning is free to take an optional excursion. In the afternoon, enjoy a nostalgic Yukon River paddle-wheeler cruise aboard the Klondike Spirit. B
Day 11
Fairbank
Your journey continues as you board a short flight bound for Fairbank, Alaska's Golden Heart City. B
Day 12
Denali National Park
After a step back in time to pan for gold at the historic Gold Dredge 8, it's off to magnificent Denali for a leisurely three-night stay. At an impressive 20,310 feet above sea level, it’s no surprise that Denali is referred to as “the Great One”. B
Day 13
Denali National Par
Today features the unforgettable Tundra Wilderness Tour. This fully-narrated five to six hour sightseeing excursion takes you into the heart of Denali National Park. The tour goes to mile 43 (due to road construction) but it continues to offer the best opportunity to view Denali’s iconic wildlife and North America’s tallest peak. B/S
Day 14
Denali National Park
Explore on your own or take an optional excursion with an entire free day in Denali. Don't miss the chance to visit Denali Square and immerse yourself in the Denali experience. B
Day 15
Anchorage
This morning, board the luxurious domed rail cars of the McKinley Explorer bound for Anchorage where you’ll bid farewell to your Journey Host. B
Day 16
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Toronto or Winnipeg.