This morning we will transfer to the alaska railroad depot and board the wilderness express luxury dome car on the denali star route. Buy one alaska railroad ticket and get the second ticket free with the alaska toursaver. Youll have the chance to admire the rugged coastline, chugach mountains, river canyons, glaciers, waterfalls, and backcountry wilderness on one of. There are plenty of parking options located within the area, making it easy for drivers to find quick and safe parking. Riding the train in alaska is one of the best and most scenic ways to get around. This is the route the alaska railroad takes from fairbanks to denali park. There are also 2for1 deals on the costlybutscenic alaska railroad. Enjoy a glacier cruise in prince william sound and see denali national park. You dont have to be a cruise passenger to book them. This afternoon enjoy a thrilling jetboat excursion on the.
Check out the top questions about alaska on the right side of the main ak forum page. The alaska railroad claims the system costs more than what the railroad can afford to pay. Alaska travel deals, coupons for alaska tours and adventuresover 110 buyonegetone free and alaska travel discounts. View alaska railroad rates, fares and prices for the denali star, glacier discovery and coastal classic routes. Alaska railroad discounts and alaska railroad tours. Each book offers coupons for tours and attractions in alaska, only the northern lights book has coupons for foodrestaurants. An alaska vacation can include travel aboard the legendary alaska railroad. Apr 02, 2018 scanner frequencies and radio frequency reference for alaska railroad. North of anchorage, the denali star route connects anchorage, talkeetna, denali park and fairbanks. Adult coupons may be used for child, military, or senior fares, or a separate child, military or senior ticket may be purchased instead. Would it be possible for us to book adventure class tickets using the 2 for 1 coupons, and then upgrade to. The railroad could now develop grade line on fill rather than depend on wooden structures. These cars feature spectacular 360 degree panoramic viewing upstairs, complete with a full bar and coffee service.
This afternoon enjoy a thrilling jetboat excursion on the talkeetna and susitna rivers. Alaska railroad discounts alaska railroad tours toursaver. Departing from anchorage or fairbanks, itinerary options include denali national park, denali state park near talkeetna, or both. Travelers will save 50% on select blue denali rail tours departing in may and june 2020. In just seven days you will travel most of the alaska railroad system, experience alaskas scenic glaciers and shoreline, view wildlife in denali national park, and take a trip on a classic sternwheeler paddleboat on the chena and tanana rivers in fairbanks. Alaska railroad trips that suit the whole family ak on the go. From a cruise on the majestic waters of prince william sound in southcentral alaska to alaskas great interior region, this train tour moves at a relaxed pace and includes two major alaskan highlights.
For more than 20 years, the alaska toursaver published a book full of travel discounts. I understand that the 2 for 1 coupons available in the toursaver and northern lights books cannot be used for goldstar service. The coastal classic route offers service south of anchorage to seward, while the glacier discovery route serves the town of whittier. In june 2014 my wife and i took a vacation to alaska. The alaska railroad travels the same historic roadless wilderness route that was established shortly after the first wave of miners and pioneers came to alaska in the early 1900s.
Find our hottest travel specials to plan your next alaska train trip. An alaska railroad engine pulls every train, but north of anchorage talkeetna, denali, and fairbanks, you can also book private dome railcars operated by the cruise lines and other companies. Coastal train from anchorage to seward offers panoramic views of wild alaska. Anchorage, denali national park, girdwood, talkeetna, fairbanks and more. Youll find a resource link to info on the toursaver and northern lights discount coupon book.
Our gift shop has alaskanmade gifts, books, shirts, and snacks. Alaska railroad posts in category august 17, 2015 keep your camera ready. Two or four onehour jump passes, or flippin awesome party at get air up to 39% off. The group built offices and a dock in seward, but the line was stopped short by construction woes and only managed to lay about 50 miles of track by the time they went bankrupt in 1908. Dick morris, stefan nicolai, ken parys, bernadine princes the alaska railroad book, james sava, john taubeneck, randy thompson, philip wormald, lynn wystom and brian zimmer for their help in compiling this roster. The alaska railroad reporting mark arr is a class ii railroad which extends from seward and whittier, in the south of the state of alaska, in the united states, to fairbanks passing through anchorage, and beyond to eielson air force base and fort wainwright in the interior of that state.
In 1903 the privatelyowned alaska central railway began construction of the rail line in seward extending 50 miles north. Alaska railroad anchorage 2020 all you need to know. Enjoy the ride on the iconic alaska railroad before arriving to your home while in denali. See the spencer glacier by incorporating train, glacier, wildlife, raft and. Alaska railroad s denali star railcar takes you along the knik arm and through the matsu valley to talkeetna. Jun 17, 2008 so, of course, when i returned to work on monday i called the department of transportation to report this alaska railroad scam. Alaska marine highway alaska state ferry travel company. They have studied the history of the railroad, the geography, vegetation, wildlife, and interesting bits of alaskana. Alaska railroad coupon books are valid for discounted adult fares only and can be used for flagstop service between talkeetna and hurricane. We rode in the part of the car that it was surrounded by glass. Alaska railroad draft outlines future plans local news.
If you book with viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. Travel north for a day of flightseeing, jet boating or ziplining in talkeetna. The alaska railroad reporting mark arr is a class ii railroad which extends from seward. Whether youre starting in anchorage or fairbanks, dont miss this opportunity to enjoy a worldclass getaway to one of alaska s most treasured places. In the summer, multiple trains depart daily from the railroads central hub of anchorage, each offering unique day trips. There are two coupon books used for travel in alaska, the northern lights coupon book and the toursaver coupon book. So, of course, when i returned to work on monday i called the department of transportation to report this alaska railroad scam. Alaska railroad s goldstar class is the top option, with one or two goldstar ultradomes operating on each denali express or aurora winter train. The head of the alaska railroad and the mayor of anchorage both had. The alaska railroad extends 470 miles north from the coastal community of seward, all the way to the interior alaska city of fairbanks. Child rates for ages 2 to 11 are half off adult rates for adventure class, while goldstar child rates can vary so check here for a specific run. Akonthego has the best alaska railroad trips for families traveling with children. Alaska travel deals, coupons for alaska tours and adventuresover 110 buyone getone free and alaska travel discounts.
We recommend booking etickets ahead of time to secure your spot since alaska railroad can get crowded. Alaskan bush plane piloting experience with inflight instruction at legends alaska up to 39% off. Take a step back into history when you board the alaska railroad, one of the most beautiful wilderness rail routes in the united states. The state of alaska is a home away from home, a unique landscape that is unlike anything else in the united states. Introducing the alaska railroads 2018 art print by. Alaska railroad anchorage all you need to know before you. Travel aboard the alaska railroad and discover local highlights in each alaska town you visit. The glacier discovery train travels south from anchorage to whittier following the turnagain arm of cook inlet. The author used 2for1 coupons in the northern lights coupon book to.
Alaska coupons booklet 2019 downloadable version by cowboy. Alaska railroad adventure alaska tours alaska vacation travel. Anchorage, alaska prweb december 04, 2018 just in time for the holidays. Scanner frequencies and radio frequency reference for alaska railroad. Infants under the age of two ride free while traveling on parents lap. Alaskans, remember, you receive a 20% discount just for being you. The alaska railroad travels the same historic roadless wilderness route that was established shortly after the first wave of miners and. Experience the wild beauty of alaska by train with the alaska railroad. Whether youre starting in anchorage or fairbanks, dont miss this opportunity to enjoy a worldclass getaway to one of alaskas most treasured places. For over 90 years, the alaska railroad has connected many of alaskas most popular destinations. Knik glacier flight tour for up to three people from legends aviation 50% off. Alaska railroad anchorage all you need to know before.
Alaska alaska railroad scanner frequencies and radio. The railroad cited declines in freight lines and an. How to go to alaska cheaply orange county register. Narrated sightseeing tours on the denali star train are offered northward between anchorage and fairbanks with stops at wasilla, talkeetna and denali national park and preserve. From scenic sites to exciting attractions, alaska railroad corporation in anchorage is a prime choice for your next vacation. Hurricane turn train at talkeetna, ak in june 2015. See the latest train schedules, book tickets, and explore alaskan train routes and excursions.
Today the alaska railroad stretches 470 miles north to fairbanks via denali national park. But funny, the alaska railroad is a private railroad, it is not chartered by the federal department of transportation it isnt a real railroad. In bernadine princes book, the alaska railroad states, a little north of mile 48 the line passes through a tunnel of a distance of 714 feet, turning to the right on a 14 degree curve, with a total curvature of 235 degrees. Alaska railroads denali star railcar takes you along the knik arm and through the matsu valley to talkeetna. Alaska toursaver have the coupons you need to make big savings on popular sights and attractions in this great state. This is from an old photo of the original fairbanks train station. Bring snacks, drinks, toys, books, electronics, whatever you need to keep. We took the alaskan railroad from anchorage alaska to seward alaska. The alaska railroad is famed for its glassdomed rail cars and excellent service. The railroad was the catalyst for the tourism boom in. Bottom line is their value is only as good as the things you plan to do and whether or not they are in the book.
Anchorage, alaska prweb march 06, 2019 travelers look forward to the new edition of the alaska toursaver every year. See all 6 alaska railroad tickets and tours on viator. Theres so much to see and do, and with alaska toursaver you can see and do all of it for less. Both hardy adventurers and curious sightseers can save hundreds. Jul 17, 2014 in june 2014 my wife and i took a vacation to alaska. Its the handy guide full of 2for1 and other moneysaving coupons for activities, transportation, cruises, fishing and adventures all over the state. Youll have the chance to admire the rugged coastline, chugach mountains, river canyons, glaciers, waterfalls, and backcountry wilderness on one of the alaska railroads most scenic sections. Winding through snowcapped mountains and lush green fields decorated with an array of colorful wildflowers is alaska railroads coastal classic. Each year, the alaska toursavers publishers scour the state for the most exciting travel options to put on sale in the handy guide now available as a free smartphone app. Youll have the chance to admire the rugged coastline, chugach mountains, river canyons, glaciers, waterfalls, and backcountry wilderness on one of the alaska railroad s most scenic sections.
The group built offices and a dock in seward, but the line was stopped short by construction woes and only managed to lay about 50 miles of track by. Coupon books for alaska travel alaska forum tripadvisor. Travel along the turnagain arm on a roundtrip journey from anchorage to seward aboard the coastal classic train. The alaska railroad is your ticket to alaska adventure. Alaska toursaver book saves travelers big bucks, but fits nicely in a stocking.
Alaska railroad depot locations twitter email print. The original photo is in the driscoll collection, and is shown here courtesy of the uaf archives. Loop elimination over the next three decades, bartlett glacier receded significantly, thus making it possible to eliminate the loop. The alaska railroad the alaska railroad bills itself as north americas last full service railroad. The alaska railroad is the last full service railroad in the united states and actually overlaps some of the seward highway. Much of this turn is made on a trestle whose maximum height is 106 feet. Join us to meet the artist and purchase a signed print or poster. Introducing the alaska railroad s 2018 art print by alaskan artist beverly stevens. Alaska railroad rates, fares and train information. April 2020get the latest alaska railroad 110 active christmas coupons promo codes, coupon codes, all valid and tested by. Alaska railroads goldstar class is the top option, with one or two goldstar ultradomes operating on each denali express or aurora winter train. Alaska railroad introducing the alaska railroads 2018. Be sure to take advantage of the alaska railroad 2 for 1.
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