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94 ALASKA BY RAIL / Yukon & Alaska Alaska Railroad 4 Day Denali Rail Explorer Denali Star On this popular rail route, see sparkling salmon streams as stands of birch and spruce come into view, while carpets of fireweed add dramatic purple to the landscape. See the spectacular Mount McKinley and wildlife like wolves, caribou, Dall sheep, moose and bear. Highlights (included): • Alaska Railroad from Anchorage – Talkeetna – Denali – Fairbanks in gold class • Full day Denali wildlife tour including lunch • Denali river rafting experience Day 1: Anchorage – Talkeetna with Alaska Railroad Day 2: Talkeetna – Denali with Alaska Railroad Day 3: Denali National Park sightseeing Day 4: Denali – Fairbanks with Alaska Railroad Package includes: 3 nights of accommodation, all transfers, sightseeing and attractions as listed above. Please refer to pricing insert for dates and prices. The Alaska Railroad's flagship Denali Star Train links Anchorage and Fairbanks with stops in Wasilla, Talkeetna and Denali National Park. The 572-kilometre route features spectacular scenery including Hurricane Gulch, where you will travel across one of the world’s largest single-span bridges; Broad Pass, as the tracks traverse the Alaska Range; and on a clear day, incredible views of Denali, North America’s tallest peak. Travelling from Anchorage to Denali National Park is the most popular Alaska Railroad route, and you can choose from two classes of passenger service: Adventure Class or GoldStar Service. GoldStar Service features bi-level, glass-domed railcars and includes meals in the full-service dining room. Available mid-May to mid- September. Pricing on request Coastal Classic Rail Journey Glacier Discovery The Coastal Classic Train is a local favourite, providing daily round-trip service between Anchorage and Seward. A string of massive glaciers visible only from the train enhances the journey as you travel south to Seward on the shores of Resurrection Bay – gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park, whale watching and tidewater glacier viewing, or you can enjoy a summer dog sled ride. Two levels of passenger service are available on the Coastal Classic: Adventure Class and GoldStar Service. GoldStar Service features bi-level railcars with glass-dome ceilings and an exclusive outdoor viewing platform – an excellent vantage point to see the most beautiful stretch of the Alaska Railro