Individual arrival of participants in Anchorage. Welcome to Alaska! The local tour guide will greet and welcome the tour participants at the airport. Transfer to the hotel. Meeting and introductions with the tour group.

After breakfast, we leave Alaska's largest city. Our route takes us north along the George Parks Highway towards Denali National Park. Even here, breathtaking scenery awaits us, with an ever-changing panorama: glaciers in the distance and beaver dams in the nearby river. If there's enough time in the evening, you can participate in an approximately one-hour glacier flight near Denali Mountain (optional). This adventure is highly recommended in good weather.

Without a doubt, this is a scenic highlight of your tour. In the morning, you'll depart for the Denali Wildlife Tour. A special park shuttle bus will take you deep into one of North America's most breathtaking landscapes. Weather permitting, you'll see the majestic Denali Mountain, at 6,193 meters the highest peak in the USA. The diverse wildlife is also very impressive. With a little luck, you might spot wolves, Dall sheep, elk, caribou, and grizzly bears. Be sure to marvel at Wonder Lake, the largest lake in the area, located roughly in the center of the park. This area is known for its exceptionally rich wildlife.

Back on the George Parks Highway, you'll reach Fairbanks, the City of the Midnight Sun, around midday. The afternoon in this city, located only about 200 miles from the Arctic Circle, is reserved for exploring the local sights and the surrounding area. Fairbanks offers all the amenities of a great city experience. You can visit various museums that teach about Alaska's geology and history, or spend the afternoon strolling along the Chena River and through downtown Fairbanks. There are also several interesting excursions to choose from. A paddle steamer cruise on the Chena River is particularly recommended.

We leave the urban environment behind and head south again through beautiful scenery, past countless rivers and lakes. Today you'll also see the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, which crosses the Tanana River not far from the highway. The Alaska Highway ends at Delta Junction. You continue your journey on the Top of the World Highway. Above the tree line, you'll travel through alpine plateaus and experience a hilly landscape of boreal coniferous forest and tundra. Along the way, you'll cross the highest border crossing between Canada and the USA at Little Gold Creek. This route takes you through towns with unusual names like Chicken, Action Jackson, and Jack Wade Camp, and in the evening you'll reach the Yukon River, which you'll cross by ferry to reach Dawson City.

Located at the mouth of the Klondike River where it flows into the Yukon, this historic town still sees people panning for gold, just like during the great Gold Rush. If you're feeling adventurous, you can try your hand at panning for gold. Step back in time to the thrilling era of the Gold Rush: visit the fascinating Gold Rush Museum or the Jack London Cabin, stroll through the charming town with its mix of original and lovingly restored buildings, and soak up the historic atmosphere. In the evening, a visit to Diamond Tooth Gerties, complete with a casino and cancan dancers, is a must.

After waking up, we'll drive along the Dempster Highway, the only road connection to the Arctic Ocean town of Inuvik in the Northwest Territories. Discover the Tombstone Mountains and marvel at the spectacular tundra landscape, which has a unique charm in this area at any time of year. Today's itinerary also includes an excursion to Midnight Dome, the iconic mountain overlooking Dawson City. (Overnight stay in a hotel in Dawson City)

Today's leg of the journey takes you along the Klondike Highway to Whitehorse. Along the way, you'll see the mighty Yukon River, one of North America's longest waterways at nearly 3,200 kilometers. Of course, you'll also visit the infamous Five Finger Rapids – a formidable stretch of rapids that proved fatal to many paddle steamers in the past. Old post offices, roadhouses, and small towns along the route serve as reminders of the great Klondike Gold Rush of 100 years ago. Arriving in Whitehorse in the late afternoon, you'll have the opportunity to visit nearby Miles Canyon, formed by basaltic lava flows. The historic suspension bridge spanning the Yukon River and connecting the canyon's 20-meter-high cliffs offers a breathtaking view.

A day trip including a visit to the old coastal gold rush town of Skagway. The journey continues south along the Klondike Highway. Scenic attractions invite you to make short stops. For example, at the Carcross Desert – the smallest desert in the world – and of course, you'll also be able to admire Emerald Lake, also known as Rainbow Lake by locals because of its sensational water color. After a brief stop in Carcross, our journey continues past vast lake districts to a unique lunar landscape. Here, you also have the option of taking a spectacular train ride over the infamous White Pass to Skagway (optional).

Today's short drive takes you west again along the Alaska Highway. Several sights along this stretch invite you to make brief stops before you reach Haines Junction – located at the foot of Kluane National Park – in the early afternoon. Kluane National Park is not only the largest national park in Canada, but it also boasts a diverse array of wildlife and the largest contiguous glacier area on Earth outside of the two poles. To this day, this vast national park remains largely untouched and pristine. Depending on the weather and the group's interests, a guided hike into the national park can be undertaken. Another possible attraction is a flight in a legendary bush plane over the park's impressive glacier landscape, deep into a virtually uninhabited area (optional).

The journey begins along the picturesque shores of the vast Kluane Lake. Our first stop is planned at the Sheep Mountain Visitor Center. In the surrounding mountains, there's an excellent chance of spotting some of the rare, snow-white Dall sheep. Have your camera ready; these usually very shy animals sometimes come right down to the road! Shortly after, we reach Soldier Summit, where informative panels provide a glimpse into the construction and opening of the Alaska Highway in 1942. We continue along the Alaska Highway and reach the Alaska-Canada border in the afternoon.

The first part of today's leg takes you along the Glenn Highway, past countless rivers, lakes, and glaciers, and the imposing Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. Later, the route continues south on the Richardson Highway to the Pacific coast and the small port town of Valdez. A spectacular highlight is crossing the Chugach Mountains via Thompson Pass, with its roaring waterfalls right next to the road. Framed by alpine scenery, Valdez is also known by its residents as Little Switzerland. The town is also famous as the terminus of the world-renowned Trans-Alaska Pipeline, where large oil tankers are loaded.

The ferry takes you through Prince William Sound, undoubtedly one of Alaska's scenic highlights. Passing numerous glaciers of the coastal mountains and small, forested islands, the route follows the Pacific coastline. Here, you'll find excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing. With a little luck, you might spot not only adorable sea otters and puffins, but also sea lions or even whales. Back on land, more attractive photo opportunities await. Not far from Whittier, for example, you can see the Portage Glacier or the Byron Glacier. The drive to Seward through the Chugach Mountains, past several glacial rivers and lakes, is another highlight. In the lively fishing town of Seward, you can treat yourself to local culinary delights in one of the many restaurants in the evening. Be sure to try the king crab. A short stroll along the coast is the perfect way to end the day. (Overnight stay in a hotel in Seward)

In the morning, there are still a few opportunities to get a glimpse of Kenai National Park. One of the most popular options is the optional Kenai Fjords Tour, which takes you deep into the impressive, diverse, and wildlife-rich fjord region. After leaving the Kenai Peninsula and driving along the Kenai Mountains, the journey continues past Turnagain Arm and up to Anchorage. Keep an eye out for the white beluga whales, which are frequently seen in this bay! Once back in the bustling city of Anchorage, a delicious meal together at one of the many restaurants or microbreweries is a great way to round off the day. (Overnight stay in an Anchorage hotel)

Anchorage offers a wealth of options on the last day of your eventful journey. At Lake Spenard, the largest seaplane base in the world, up to 800 aircraft take off and land daily during the summer. Nearby is the Aviation Museum, where you can admire many legendary aircraft types. Those who simply want to relax after this grand tour filled with new impressions, or perhaps do some shopping before returning to Europe, will also have the opportunity today. Transfer from the hotel to Anchorage Airport or individual onward travel arrangements. (Short-notice changes to the itinerary are possible and at the discretion of the tour guide.)