Our team are destination specialists with many years experience in creating holidays and can tailor make to suit you.
| Mon-Fri | 8am-6pm |
| Saturday | 9am-5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Our team are destination specialists with many years experience in creating holidays and can tailor make to suit you.
| Mon-Fri | 8am-6pm |
| Saturday | 9am-5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
This escorted holiday lets you experience the atmosphere and excitement of Alaska’s epic Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race combined with exploring some of Alaska’s lesser known areas, the chance to meet the locals and a journey on the iconic Alaskan Railroad.
During your stay you can also take in some of the unforgettable events of Anchorage’s world-renowned Fur Rendezvous Winter Carnival. ‘Fur Rondy’ is a great Alaskan tradition, celebrating the end of the long winter with activities ranging from the fun, to the competitive, to the downright bizarre – Snowshoe Softball and Outhouse Races not least among these!
Extending for nearly 1,000 miles through some of the roughest, toughest wilderness terrain in North America, the Iditarod Trail crosses the state of Alaska from Anchorage to Nome. Every year intrepid mushers and their dog teams tackle this incredible journey, facing bitter cold, fierce winds and long lonely hours of darkness in a bid to become Iditarod champion.
Upon arrival in Fairbanks make your way to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore this remote northern city.
After a leisurely breakfast take a city tour around Fairbanks, including a visit to the Morris Thompson Cultural Centre and the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. Head out this evening on a guided excursion in search of the aurora borealis.
In the morning transfer by coach to Healy, just north of Denali National Park. Upon arrival visit the Murie Science Learning Centre which acts as the Visitor Centre in the wintertime. Later today there may be the possibility to snowshoe, before heading out this evening for another chance to view
the northern lights.
Transfer to the Healy Rail stop and board the Alaska Railroad for your scenic journey to Anchorage. Keep an eye out for views of Denali.
Begin with a city tour of Anchorage featuring the historic downtown area, Lake Hood floatplane base, and Earthquake Park. Later travel along the scenic Turnagain Arm for a visit of the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre to see Alaskan wildlife up close. Upon return to Anchorage, enjoy Iditarod festivities and dinner at the Mushers’ Banquet.
Travel north to meet 4-time Iditarod Champion Martin Buser at his Happy Trails Kennel. Hear personal stories while viewing a glimpse of the grandeur Alaska has to offer along the Iditarod Trail. Before returning to Anchorage visit the Iditarod Headquarters.
In the morning head to 4th Avenue to get a great spot at the Ceremonial Start of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race and to cheer on mushers from all over the world. In the afternoon visit the Anchorage Museum, a large art, history, ethnography, ecology and science museum.
Head north to Willow for the official start of the Iditarod Race. Unlike the relaxed fun of the Ceremonial Start, this is where the serious business begins and the race starts in earnest. Dress warmly as you will be spending the day outside cheering on your favourite dog teams as they head off into the wilderness, whilst you return to Anchorage for your departure flight this evening.
What's Included
Accommodation in rooms with private bathroom
7 breakfasts, 1 boxed lunch, 1 dinner
Transportation as per the itinerary
Alaska Railroad (standard seating) from Healy to Anchorage
Northern lights viewing tours x 2
Fairbanks sightseeing tour
Admission to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre & Anchorage Museum
Anchorage sightseeing tour
Visit to Martin Buser’s Dog Kennel
Entry to the Iditarod Musher’s Banquet (including dinner)
Attendance at the ceremonial and official Iditarod starts
Services of a tour guide
24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
No surcharge guarantee
Full financial protection
From £1990 Excluding Flights
8 Nights
Feb
Every trip you see here can be adapted to suit you using inside-out knowledge to create one-off experiences created just for you.
Penguin species encountered
Canada provinces visited
From prices are per person in a room with private facilities.
Based on 2 sharing a room with private bathroom
| Departure | Duration | Twin Price | Single Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Feb 2025 | 8 nights | £1,990 | £2,564 |
We create holidays that are as individual as you are. And we’ve been doing it for 40 years, crafting each and every holiday using our in-depth knowledge and enthusiasm for our destinations. Whatever your brief, we’ll create an amazing trip for you to get excited about. That might mean adapting one of our existing itineraries or we’ll build you one from scratch.
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Take time to discover the best of Alaska's natural landscapes at your own pace.
From £4409 Excluding Flights
Head off the beaten track into the Alaskan wilderness in search of wildlife
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