{"id":161038,"date":"2026-05-14T19:15:01","date_gmt":"2026-05-14T17:15:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/?p=161038"},"modified":"2026-05-15T13:28:27","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T11:28:27","slug":"alaska-things-to-see-road-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"Alaska: 30 Things to See + 14-Day Road Trip Itinerary"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Alaska had always been my dream. When we were living in Calgary, we knew it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make the trip. After all, it&#8217;s only about 1,800 miles by car. <strong>After several days of driving, we finally arrived in &#8220;The Last Frontier,&#8221; as Alaska is nicknamed \u2014 and the list of things to see in Alaska blew us away.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking back, I know we skipped some experiences because of the price \u2014 and honestly, we regret it. On the other hand, the ones we did invest in, even when they seemed overpriced at first, were worth every penny. <strong>That&#8217;s exactly why I have loads of tips for you, and I urge you to go for it. There&#8217;s a good chance you&#8217;ll only visit Alaska once in your lifetime.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s dive into everything you can see and do in Alaska.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/silnice-podel-fjordu.jpg\" alt=\"Coastal road along a fjord in Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-159172\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/silnice-podel-fjordu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/silnice-podel-fjordu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/silnice-podel-fjordu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/silnice-podel-fjordu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/silnice-podel-fjordu-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#When_to_Visit_Alaska\" >When to Visit Alaska<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#30_Things_to_See_in_Alaska\" >30 Things to See in Alaska<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Top_Alaska_Cities_Worth_Visiting\" >Top Alaska Cities Worth Visiting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Anchorage\" >Anchorage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Juneau\" >Juneau<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Fairbanks\" >Fairbanks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Seward\" >Seward<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Homer\" >Homer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Talkeetna\" >Talkeetna<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Sitka\" >Sitka<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#North_Pole\" >North Pole<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Alaska_National_Parks\" >Alaska National Parks<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Denali_National_Park\" >Denali National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Kenai_Fjords_National_Park\" >Kenai Fjords National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Glacier_Bay_National_Park\" >Glacier Bay National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Wrangell-St_Elias_National_Park\" >Wrangell-St. Elias National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Katmai_National_Park\" >Katmai National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Gates_of_the_Arctic_National_Park\" >Gates of the Arctic National Park<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Best_Hikes_and_Trails\" >Best Hikes and Trails<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Harding_Icefield_Trail\" >Harding Icefield Trail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Exit_Glacier_Trail\" >Exit Glacier Trail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Mount_Healy_Overlook_Trail\" >Mount Healy Overlook Trail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Flattop_Mountain_Trail\" >Flattop Mountain Trail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Lost_Lake_Trail\" >Lost Lake Trail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Chilkoot_Trail\" >Chilkoot Trail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Kesugi_Ridge_Trail\" >Kesugi Ridge Trail<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Things_to_Do_in_Alaska\" >Things to Do in Alaska<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Northern_Lights_Viewing\" >Northern Lights Viewing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Inside_Passage_Cruise\" >Inside Passage Cruise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Salmon_and_Halibut_Fishing_Trips\" >Salmon and Halibut Fishing Trips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Flightseeing_Over_Denali_with_Glacier_Landing\" >Flightseeing Over Denali with Glacier Landing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Dog_Sledding_and_Musher_Camps\" >Dog Sledding and Musher Camps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Chena_Hot_Springs\" >Chena Hot Springs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Glacier_Cruise_in_Prince_William_Sound\" >Glacier Cruise in Prince William Sound<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Bear_Encounters_on_Kodiak\" >Bear Encounters on Kodiak<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#14-Day_Alaska_Road_Trip_Grand_Loop_via_Seward_Homer_and_Valdez\" >14-Day Alaska Road Trip: Grand Loop via Seward, Homer, and Valdez<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Day_1_Arrive_in_Anchorage\" >Day 1: Arrive in Anchorage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Days_2%E2%80%933_Whittier_and_Surroundings\" >Days 2\u20133: Whittier and Surroundings<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Day_2_Whittier_and_Prince_William_Sound\" >Day 2: Whittier and Prince William Sound<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Day_3_Hikes_in_the_Area\" >Day 3: Hikes in the Area<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Days_4%E2%80%936_Seward_and_Kenai_Fjords\" >Days 4\u20136: Seward and Kenai Fjords<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Day_4_Drive_to_Seward\" >Day 4: Drive to Seward<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Day_5_Kenai_Fjords_National_Park\" >Day 5: Kenai Fjords National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Day_6_Exit_Glacier\" >Day 6: Exit Glacier<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Days_7%E2%80%938_Homer\" >Days 7\u20138: Homer<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Day_7_Drive_to_Homer\" >Day 7: Drive to Homer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Day_8_Homer\" >Day 8: Homer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Days_9%E2%80%9310_Valdez\" >Days 9\u201310: Valdez<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Day_9_Drive_to_Valdez\" >Day 9: Drive to Valdez<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Day_10_Valdez\" >Day 10: Valdez<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Days_11%E2%80%9312_Denali_via_Talkeetna\" >Days 11\u201312: Denali via Talkeetna<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Day_11_Talkeetna\" >Day 11: Talkeetna<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Day_12_Denali_National_Park\" >Day 12: Denali National Park<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Days_13%E2%80%9314_Return_to_Anchorage\" >Days 13\u201314: Return to Anchorage<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Day_13_Final_Hike_and_Transfer\" >Day 13: Final Hike and Transfer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Day_14_Anchorage_and_Departure\" >Day 14: Anchorage and Departure<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Practical_Tips\" >Practical Tips<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Accommodation\" >Accommodation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Best_Stops_Along_the_Way\" >Best Stops Along the Way<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Bookings\" >Bookings<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Practical_Notes\" >Practical Notes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-62\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Alaska\" >Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-63\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#When_is_the_cheapest_time_to_visit_Alaska\" >When is the cheapest time to visit Alaska?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-64\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Can_you_see_the_northern_lights_in_summer\" >Can you see the northern lights in summer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-65\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#How_do_you_stay_safe_around_bears\" >How do you stay safe around bears?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-66\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Do_you_need_reservations_for_national_parks\" >Do you need reservations for national parks?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-67\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Can_you_travel_to_Alaska_with_small_children\" >Can you travel to Alaska with small children?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-68\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#What_are_typical_food_prices\" >What are typical food prices?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-69\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#Are_any_vaccinations_required\" >Are any vaccinations required?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-70\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-things-to-see-road-trip\/#How_bad_are_the_mosquitoes\" >How bad are the mosquitoes?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Visit_Alaska\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_visit_Alaska\"><\/span>When to Visit Alaska<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ledovec-a-hory-z-vyhlidu.jpg\" alt=\"Glacier and mountains viewed from a lookout point in Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-159173\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ledovec-a-hory-z-vyhlidu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ledovec-a-hory-z-vyhlidu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ledovec-a-hory-z-vyhlidu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ledovec-a-hory-z-vyhlidu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ledovec-a-hory-z-vyhlidu-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Alaska offers unique experiences in every season. We visited in July, which meant we didn&#8217;t see the northern lights (we later caught them in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/iceland-roadtrip\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"53848\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Iceland<\/a><\/strong>), but we enjoyed nearly endless daylight (imagine arriving somewhere at midnight and it&#8217;s still light out!) and pleasant temperatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In summer, temperatures can climb as high as 30\u00b0C \u2014 we experienced that in Fairbanks, which genuinely surprised me \u2014 but most of the time it was a comfortable 25\u00b0C.<\/strong> Autumn colours must be stunning here, and spring is also gorgeous. The big bonus of visiting in those shoulder seasons is the chance to see the northern lights. It will be cooler, of course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Winter is long and dark, with temperatures plunging well below freezing. It&#8217;s a perfect time for winter sports and aurora viewing, but it&#8217;s also when Alaska shows its truly rugged side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"30_Things_to_See_in_Alaska\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"30_Things_to_see_in_Alaska\"><\/span>30 Things to See in Alaska<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s take a look at everything you can see and do in Alaska. I&#8217;ve also put together a 14-day itinerary further down the page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_Alaska_Cities_Worth_Visiting\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_Alaska_cities_worth_visiting\"><\/span>Top Alaska Cities Worth Visiting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Fair warning: to see everything, you&#8217;d need to combine flights, ferries, and driving. <strong>You simply can&#8217;t fit it all into 14 days, which is why I&#8217;ve designed a road trip itinerary at the end of this article that I think is ideal for a first taste of Alaska.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Anchorage\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Anchorage\"><\/span>Anchorage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-anchorage.jpg\" alt=\"View of Anchorage and surrounding mountains\" class=\"wp-image-159174\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-anchorage.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-anchorage-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-anchorage-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-anchorage-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/vyhled-na-anchorage-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Alaska&#8217;s largest city and most likely your arrival point. If you&#8217;re flying from the UK, you&#8217;ll typically connect through Seattle or another US hub. <strong>During our stay, we appreciated its brilliant location \u2014 from here you can easily reach most of Alaska&#8217;s popular destinations.<\/strong> In the city, visit the Alaska Native Heritage Center to learn about indigenous cultures, and the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. The food scene is surprisingly good \u2014 make sure to grab brunch at <strong>Snow City Cafe<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Juneau\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Juneau\"><\/span>Juneau<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Alaska capital has a unique location \u2014 you can only get here by boat or plane. The city is surrounded by mountains and glaciers, including the impressive Mendenhall Glacier, which is fairly easy to reach and offers several hiking trails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the city centre, explore the historic district with wooden buildings from the gold rush era, and take the cable car up Mount Roberts for breathtaking views over the city and surrounding fjords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best experiences in Juneau is a combo trip that includes the Mendenhall Glacier and whale watching (I recommend booking in advance through <strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"GetYourGuide\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/getyourguide\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">GetYourGuide<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 easy cancellation included). From downtown Juneau, you&#8217;ll head by bus to the valley where the imposing glacier towers above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll walk along a wooden boardwalk beside a creek where you can spot salmon, and if you&#8217;re lucky, bears too. We saw quite a few bears throughout our time in Alaska.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Afterwards, you&#8217;ll transfer to Auke Bay harbour, where you&#8217;ll sail out on Favorite Channel to look for whales. <strong>Watching these majestic creatures against a backdrop of snow-capped mountains is truly breathtaking. Make sure to layer up properly for the boat.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gyg-iframe-container\" style=\"margin-bottom:1.5em\" class=\"wp-block-cgb-block-gyg-wp-plugin\"><iframe style=\"border:0;height:100%;width:100%\" title=\"GetYourGuide activities widget\" src=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/activities.frame?widget=wp_activities&amp;currency=CSK&amp;locale_code=en-GB&amp;number_of_items=1&amp;partner_id=MKZ64IS&amp;q=juneau%20glacier\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fairbanks\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fairbanks\"><\/span>Fairbanks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We spent several days in Fairbanks because we were staying with friends. Honestly, it&#8217;s probably the least exciting of the bigger Alaska cities. In summer, it actually reminded me a lot of Europe. In winter, however, it&#8217;s one of the best places on Earth for viewing the northern lights. <strong>The city sits within the so-called &#8220;auroral oval,&#8221; meaning you have the highest chance of witnessing this natural phenomenon here.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the aurora, don&#8217;t miss the hot springs at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/chena-hot-springs-resort.html?aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Chena Hot Springs<\/a>, and in summer there are plenty of hikes in the surrounding area. <strong>If your time in Alaska is limited and you&#8217;re not driving in from Canada like we did, you can safely skip this city.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seward\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seward\"><\/span>Seward<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-seward-s-horami.jpg\" alt=\"Seward harbour surrounded by mountains\" class=\"wp-image-159175\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-seward-s-horami.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-seward-s-horami-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-seward-s-horami-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-seward-s-horami-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-seward-s-horami-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/things-to-do-seward-alaska\/\">Seward<\/a> is one of the prettiest little towns in Alaska and serves as the gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park. This is where we set off on a kayaking trip among glaciers \u2014 hands down one of our best experiences in Alaska. <strong>I highly recommend splashing out on it and booking your spot in advance through <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"GetYourGuide\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/getyourguide\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">GetYourGuide<\/a><\/strong> so you don&#8217;t have to wait around for days like we did for a spot to open up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you miss out on the kayaking, there&#8217;s plenty more to enjoy. The town has a lovely harbour promenade and the Alaska SeaLife Center, where you can see local marine life up close. <strong>And just a short drive away is the trailhead for the Exit Glacier hike.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Homer\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Homer\"><\/span>Homer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panorama-kachemak-bay.jpg\" alt=\"Panorama of Kachemak Bay near Homer, Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-159176\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panorama-kachemak-bay.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panorama-kachemak-bay-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panorama-kachemak-bay-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panorama-kachemak-bay-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/panorama-kachemak-bay-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Homer, nicknamed the &#8220;Halibut Fishing Capital of the World,&#8221; is famous mainly for its fishing. But for those of us from Europe, it&#8217;s a fascinating \u2014 if slightly sleepy \u2014 little town that&#8217;s well worth a visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The town stretches out along Homer Spit \u2014 a long, narrow peninsula jutting into Kachemak Bay. The Spit is lined with restaurants, galleries, and shops. <strong>If you&#8217;re into fishing, you absolutely must join a charter \u2014 the local halibut catches are legendary.<\/strong> Don&#8217;t miss the Pratt Museum, which showcases the natural and cultural history of the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Talkeetna\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Talkeetna\"><\/span>Talkeetna<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Talkeetna is a small historic town that serves as a base camp for mountaineers heading to Denali. The town inspired the TV series &#8220;<strong>Northern Exposure<\/strong>&#8221; and still retains its original character with wooden buildings and a laid-back atmosphere. <strong>We recommend visiting the Talkeetna Historical Society Museum and trying the legendary blueberry pancakes at the Roadhouse,<\/strong> which has been serving them since 1917.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sitka\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sitka\"><\/span>Sitka<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you manage to make it to <strong>Sitka, the former capital of Russian America<\/strong>, you&#8217;ll find an extraordinary blend of Russian and indigenous culture. A visit to St. Michael&#8217;s Cathedral with its distinctive Russian architecture is a must-do. Sitka National Historical Park houses the largest collection of totem poles in the open air. From the harbour, you can head out for whale watching or to spot sea otters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gyg-iframe-container\" style=\"margin-bottom:1.5em\" class=\"wp-block-cgb-block-gyg-wp-plugin\"><iframe style=\"border:0;height:100%;width:100%\" title=\"GetYourGuide activities widget\" src=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/activities.frame?widget=wp_activities&amp;currency=CSK&amp;locale_code=en-GB&amp;number_of_items=3&amp;partner_id=MKZ64IS&amp;q=sitka\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"North_Pole\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"North_Pole\"><\/span>North Pole<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ever wanted to visit the North Pole? Well, here&#8217;s your chance. This small town near Fairbanks keeps the Christmas spirit alive all year round. <strong>The main attraction is Santa Claus House, where you can meet Santa any time of year<\/strong> \u2014 case in point, my photo below from July.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The street lamps are shaped like candy canes, and local shops sell Christmas decorations regardless of the season. Sadly, we didn&#8217;t spot any elves or reindeer during our summer visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/santa_north_pole.jpg\" alt=\"Santa Claus House in North Pole, Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-49726\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/santa_north_pole.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/santa_north_pole-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/santa_north_pole-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/santa_north_pole-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Santa Claus House in the town of North Pole \u2014 open even in July<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alaska_National_Parks\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alaska_national_parks\"><\/span>Alaska National Parks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s look at the national parks you can visit in Alaska. Again, seeing them all in one trip is virtually impossible unless you&#8217;re willing to combine ferries, planes, cars, and buses. We weren&#8217;t limited by time and still had to give up on visiting Wrangell-St. Elias National Park because the road was so terrible that after 45 minutes on a gravel track, we turned around \u2014 we were afraid our old converted camper van would get stuck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Denali_National_Park\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Denali_National_Park\"><\/span>Denali National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Denali is the crown jewel of Alaska&#8217;s national parks. <strong>Its centrepiece is the mountain of the same name, soaring to 20,310 feet (6,190 metres) \u2014 the highest peak in North America.<\/strong> The park is accessible by a single road, and beyond a certain point you can only continue on the park&#8217;s shuttle buses. The catch is that visibility isn&#8217;t always great, so you might end up riding the bus without seeing much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, you can invest in a flightseeing tour with a glacier landing and you won&#8217;t regret it \u2014 the views of the Denali massif from above are absolutely incredible. We still kick ourselves for being too tight with our money and not going for it. But it was a good lesson learned \u2014 since then, we haven&#8217;t skipped a single excursion on our travels. Because when will we get the chance to go back?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the park, you can spot bears, moose, caribou, and other wildlife in their natural habitat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gyg-iframe-container\" style=\"margin-bottom:1.5em\" class=\"wp-block-cgb-block-gyg-wp-plugin\"><iframe style=\"border:0;height:100%;width:100%\" title=\"GetYourGuide activities widget\" src=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/activities.frame?widget=wp_activities&amp;currency=CSK&amp;locale_code=en-GB&amp;number_of_items=3&amp;partner_id=MKZ64IS&amp;q=denali\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kenai_Fjords_National_Park\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kenai_Fjords_National_Park\"><\/span>Kenai Fjords National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lesnaty-ostrov-ve-fjordu.jpg\" alt=\"Forested island in a fjord in Kenai Fjords National Park\" class=\"wp-image-159177\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lesnaty-ostrov-ve-fjordu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lesnaty-ostrov-ve-fjordu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lesnaty-ostrov-ve-fjordu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lesnaty-ostrov-ve-fjordu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lesnaty-ostrov-ve-fjordu-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This park is a testament to the power of glaciers, which carved out its dramatic coastal landscape. <strong>The most visited section is Exit Glacier, where a maintained trail lets you get remarkably close to the ice.<\/strong> We hiked there too, and from what I remember it&#8217;s a fairly challenging trek \u2014 but absolutely worth the effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We opted for kayaking and it was one of the best decisions of our trip. On the way we spotted orcas and whales, and while kayaking we saw seals and even a bear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glacier_Bay_National_Park\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glacier_Bay_National_Park\"><\/span>Glacier Bay National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can only reach Glacier Bay by boat or plane, but it&#8217;s absolutely worth the effort. The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offers some of the most impressive glacial scenery on the planet. You&#8217;ll find seven active tidewater glaciers that &#8220;calve&#8221; \u2014 meaning enormous chunks of ice, as big as houses, break off and crash into the sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wrangell-St_Elias_National_Park\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wrangell-St_Elias_National_Park\"><\/span>Wrangell-St. Elias National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the largest national park in the USA, and also one of the least visited. It&#8217;s four times the size of Yellowstone! It&#8217;s home to <strong>nine of the sixteen highest mountains in the US<\/strong>. Unfortunately, we never made it there. <strong>The road was absolutely horrendous, and our old converted camper van wouldn&#8217;t have survived \u2014 we had to drive along a 60-mile gravel road, and after 45 minutes we realised we had to turn back.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Katmai_National_Park\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Katmai_National_Park\"><\/span>Katmai National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Katmai is famous for Brooks Falls, where you can watch grizzly bears catching salmon. <strong>The best time for viewing is July, when the salmon migrate upstream.<\/strong> The park has purpose-built viewing platforms from which you can safely observe the bears at close range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of the priciest experiences, since you can only get here by floatplane (bookable through <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"GetYourGuide\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/getyourguide\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">GetYourGuide<\/a>), <strong>but the sight of bears standing by the waterfall snatching leaping salmon out of the air is utterly unforgettable.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gyg-iframe-container\" style=\"margin-bottom:1.5em\" class=\"wp-block-cgb-block-gyg-wp-plugin\"><iframe style=\"border:0;height:100%;width:100%\" title=\"GetYourGuide activities widget\" src=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/activities.frame?widget=wp_activities&amp;currency=CSK&amp;locale_code=en-GB&amp;number_of_items=1&amp;partner_id=MKZ64IS&amp;q=katmai%20bear\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gates_of_the_Arctic_National_Park\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gates_of_the_Arctic_National_Park\"><\/span>Gates of the Arctic National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/gaar\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The northernmost national park in the US<\/a><\/strong> is also one of the most remote places on Earth. There are no marked trails, no roads, and no services. It&#8217;s a place for true adventurers, and sadly we didn&#8217;t make it there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can only reach the park by bush plane from Fairbanks or the village of Bettles. One day I&#8217;d love to experience it \u2014 the views of untouched wilderness with migrating caribou herds must be absolutely mesmerising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Hikes_and_Trails\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_hikes_and_trails\"><\/span>Best Hikes and Trails<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love hiking as much as we do, Alaska will be your paradise. We spent practically three months trekking through mountains, so I need to warn you \u2014 some of these hikes are seriously tough and you should plan accordingly. But every single one listed below is worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Harding_Icefield_Trail\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Harding_Icefield_Trail\"><\/span>Harding Icefield Trail<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This trek in Kenai Fjords is one of the most challenging yet most beautiful hikes in Alaska. <strong>The trail climbs 3,000 feet (roughly 1,000 metres) alongside Exit Glacier up to the Harding Icefield<\/strong> \u2014 a vast ice field covering 700 square kilometres. The route is 8.2 miles round trip and takes a full day. Along the way you might encounter bears and mountain goats. <strong>It&#8217;s essential to be prepared for rapid weather changes.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exit_Glacier_Trail\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exit_Glacier_Trail\"><\/span>Exit Glacier Trail<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This trail is one of the most accessible glacier hikes in Alaska. <strong>It leads directly to the face of Exit Glacier, and along the way there are markers showing where the glacier stood in previous years \u2014 a sobering reminder of how quickly glaciers are retreating.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike the more demanding Harding Icefield Trail, this route is suitable for families with children and less experienced hikers. You&#8217;ll find several viewpoints with information boards along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mount_Healy_Overlook_Trail\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mount_Healy_Overlook_Trail\"><\/span>Mount Healy Overlook Trail<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This trail in Denali offers one of the best views of the park that you can access without a guide. <strong>The route starts at the visitor centre and climbs 1,700 feet (roughly 520 metres) to an overlook where you can see the park entrance<\/strong>, the Alaska Range, and on a clear day even the summit of Denali. We set off early in the morning and were lucky enough to spot a herd of moose grazing in the valley below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flattop_Mountain_Trail\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flattop_Mountain_Trail\"><\/span>Flattop Mountain Trail<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This popular trail near Anchorage is a favourite among locals and visitors alike. <strong>From the summit, you get stunning views of the city, Cook Inlet, and on a clear day even Denali.<\/strong> The final stretch involves some light scrambling, but the views are absolutely worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lost_Lake_Trail\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lost_Lake_Trail\"><\/span>Lost Lake Trail<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lost Lake Trail near Seward<\/strong> passes through varied landscapes \u2014 starting in dense forest, continuing across alpine meadows, and ending at Lost Lake. It&#8217;s 15 miles round trip and best hiked in summer when the meadows are bursting with wildflowers. We spotted marmots here and watched eagles hunting over the lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chilkoot_Trail\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chilkoot_Trail\"><\/span>Chilkoot Trail<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This historic gold rush trail is now a popular multi-day trek. <strong>The route starts in Dyea near Skagway and ends at Lake Bennett in British Columbia, Canada.<\/strong> It&#8217;s a demanding hike that requires good physical fitness and preparation. Along the way you&#8217;ll see remnants of the gold rush \u2014 old boots, tin cans, and other equipment left behind by prospectors. You&#8217;ll need to book a permit in advance, as the number of hikers is limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kesugi_Ridge_Trail\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kesugi_Ridge_Trail\"><\/span>Kesugi Ridge Trail<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This lesser-known trek in Denali State Park is a brilliant alternative to the crowded national park.<\/strong> The trail follows a ridge with panoramic views of the Denali massif. It&#8217;s typically a multi-day hike, but you can choose shorter sections. <strong>We only did a day-hike portion and the views were still breathtaking.<\/strong> Unlike in the national park, you won&#8217;t bump into crowds here, and you have a better chance of spotting wildlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_Do_in_Alaska\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_do_in_Alaska\"><\/span>Things to Do in Alaska<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now let&#8217;s look at the excursions and experiences Alaska has to offer \u2014 and, more importantly, which ones are actually worth the investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Northern_Lights_Viewing\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Northern_lights_viewing\"><\/span>Northern Lights Viewing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although we didn&#8217;t see the northern lights in Alaska (we were there in July), it&#8217;s one of the main reasons people visit in winter. <strong>The best conditions for viewing are in Fairbanks between September and March.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>Some local hotels even offer a wake-up call service when the aurora appears. \ud83d\ude01 A popular option is a trip to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/chena-hot-springs-resort.html?aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Chena Hot Springs<\/a>, where you can watch the northern lights while soaking in thermal pools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inside_Passage_Cruise\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inside_Passage_cruise\"><\/span>Inside Passage Cruise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kajakar-pred-ledovcem.jpg\" alt=\"Kayaker in front of a glacier in an Alaskan fjord\" class=\"wp-image-159178\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kajakar-pred-ledovcem.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kajakar-pred-ledovcem-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kajakar-pred-ledovcem-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kajakar-pred-ledovcem-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kajakar-pred-ledovcem-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Inside Passage is one of the most beautiful maritime routes in the world. <strong>It runs along the coast of Southeast Alaska, weaving between islands and fjords.<\/strong> We chose a smaller expedition boat rather than a large cruise ship, which allowed us to get much closer to the glaciers and wildlife. We saw whales breaching, eagles catching fish, and bears strolling along the shore. Stops in small port towns like Ketchikan and Petersburg offer a glimpse into local life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salmon_and_Halibut_Fishing_Trips\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salmon_and_halibut_fishing_trips\"><\/span>Salmon and Halibut Fishing Trips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In Homer and on the Kenai River, you can experience world-class Alaskan fishing. We&#8217;re not anglers ourselves, so we gave this one a miss. Local fishing charters take tourists on full-day trips where you can catch halibut weighing over 100 pounds or various species of salmon. Most companies even offer to process and ship your catch home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flightseeing_Over_Denali_with_Glacier_Landing\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flightseeing_over_Denali_with_glacier_landing\"><\/span>Flightseeing Over Denali with Glacier Landing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This experience was the most expensive item on our budget \u2014 but also the absolute best thing we did in Alaska. Flying in a small plane around the highest peak in North America is incredible in itself, but landing on a glacier takes it to another level entirely. We had time to walk around on the ice and photograph the jaw-dropping scenery. The pilot provided detailed commentary about the geology and history of the area throughout the flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dog_Sledding_and_Musher_Camps\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dog_sledding_and_musher_camps\"><\/span>Dog Sledding and Musher Camps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even in summer, you can experience dog sledding. Many mushers, including participants of the famous Iditarod race, run summer camps where you can ride on specially adapted carts and learn about this traditional form of transport. A visit to the camp also includes meeting the dogs and puppies \u2014 a brilliant experience for kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chena_Hot_Springs\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chena_Hot_Springs\"><\/span>Chena Hot Springs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Chena Hot Springs, about an hour&#8217;s drive from Fairbanks, is a perfect spot for relaxation. The resort features an outdoor thermal pool that&#8217;s especially stunning in winter, when steam rises above the water and the air temperature plummets well below freezing. The resort also has an ice museum where you can sip cocktails served in glasses carved from ice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glacier_Cruise_in_Prince_William_Sound\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glacier_cruise_in_Prince_William_Sound\"><\/span>Glacier Cruise in Prince William Sound<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ledovcove-praskliny-a-hory.jpg\" alt=\"Glacier crevasses and mountains in Prince William Sound\" class=\"wp-image-159179\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ledovcove-praskliny-a-hory.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ledovcove-praskliny-a-hory-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ledovcove-praskliny-a-hory-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ledovcove-praskliny-a-hory-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ledovcove-praskliny-a-hory-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Prince William Sound offers some of the best glacier excursions in Alaska. We sailed from Whittier and spent the day watching glaciers calve. The sound of falling ice is unforgettable \u2014 locals call it &#8220;white thunder.&#8221; Besides glaciers, we saw seal colonies and sea otters floating on their backs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bear_Encounters_on_Kodiak\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bear_encounters_on_Kodiak\"><\/span>Bear Encounters on Kodiak<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/medved-hnedy-u-silnice.jpg\" alt=\"Brown bear by the road in Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-159180\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/medved-hnedy-u-silnice.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/medved-hnedy-u-silnice-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/medved-hnedy-u-silnice-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/medved-hnedy-u-silnice-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/medved-hnedy-u-silnice-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Kodiak Island is home to the largest brown bears in the world. Unlike Brooks Falls in Katmai, bear viewing here is a more intimate experience. You must go with a certified guide who understands bear behaviour and knows where to observe them safely. The bears are most active during the salmon runs, but you can also see them in spring as they graze on coastal meadows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14-Day_Alaska_Road_Trip_Grand_Loop_via_Seward_Homer_and_Valdez\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_day_Alaska_road_trip_Seward_Homer_and_Valdez\"><\/span>14-Day Alaska Road Trip: Grand Loop via Seward, Homer, and Valdez<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;d like to suggest a route covering a large portion of Alaska \u2014 one that takes in its most beautiful spots while giving you enough time to properly enjoy everything. We avoid constant hotel-hopping in favour of strategic bases for day trips. Drawing on our own experience, I&#8217;ll recommend where to stop and what not to miss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before we dive into the day-by-day breakdown, here&#8217;s an <strong>overview of the entire route<\/strong> \u2014 where you&#8217;ll drive and where you&#8217;ll sleep each night:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Day<\/th><th>Route &amp; Transfers<\/th><th>Where to Sleep<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Arrive in Anchorage, explore the city<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/the-captain-cook.html?aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Anchorage<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2\u20133<\/td><td>Anchorage \u2192 Whittier (~1.5 hrs), Prince William Sound<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?ss=Inn%20at%20Whittier%2C%20Whittier%20Alaska&amp;aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Whittier<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4\u20136<\/td><td>Whittier \u2192 Seward (~2.5 hrs), Kenai Fjords, Exit Glacier<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/seward-windsong-lodge.html?aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Seward<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>7\u20138<\/td><td>Seward \u2192 Homer (~4 hrs), fishing &amp; Kachemak Bay<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/lands-end-resort.html?aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Homer<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>9\u201310<\/td><td>Homer \u2192 Valdez (~8\u20139 hrs), Columbia Glacier<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/best-western-valdez-harbor-inn.html?aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Valdez<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>11\u201312<\/td><td>Valdez \u2192 Talkeetna (~6\u20137 hrs) \u2192 Denali National Park<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/talkeetna-alaskan-lodge.html?aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Talkeetna<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>13\u201314<\/td><td>Talkeetna \u2192 Anchorage (~2.5 hrs), final hike &amp; departure<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/the-captain-cook.html?aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Anchorage<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The total route covers roughly 950 miles (1,500 km). Drive times are approximate and don&#8217;t include stops along the way.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_1_Arrive_in_Anchorage\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_1_Arrive_in_Anchorage\"><\/span>Day 1: Arrive in Anchorage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ulice-anchorage-alaska.jpg\" alt=\"Street in Anchorage, Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-159181\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ulice-anchorage-alaska.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ulice-anchorage-alaska-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ulice-anchorage-alaska-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ulice-anchorage-alaska-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ulice-anchorage-alaska-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On your first day, I recommend simply resting and exploring the city. From the airport, check into your accommodation in central <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/anchorage-alaska-things-to-do\/\">Anchorage<\/a>, stroll along the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, and visit the Alaska Native Heritage Center. For your first dinner, try Snow City Cafe or 49th State Brewing Company. Spend your first night in Anchorage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_2%E2%80%933_Whittier_and_Surroundings\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_2-3_Whittier_and_surroundings\"><\/span>Days 2\u20133: Whittier and Surroundings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-chatami-a-horami.jpg\" alt=\"Whittier harbour with cabins and mountains\" class=\"wp-image-159182\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-chatami-a-horami.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-chatami-a-horami-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-chatami-a-horami-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-chatami-a-horami-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pristav-s-chatami-a-horami-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_2_Whittier_and_Prince_William_Sound\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_2_Whittier_and_Prince_William_Sound\"><\/span>Day 2: Whittier and Prince William Sound<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Head out from Anchorage to Whittier in the morning (about 1.5 hours). Make sure to stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center along the way. In Whittier, you&#8217;ll experience the unique tunnel entrance that&#8217;s shared between cars and trains \u2014 it&#8217;s the only access to the town. In the afternoon, take a boat tour of Prince William Sound to see glaciers and marine life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_3_Hikes_in_the_Area\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_3_Hikes_in_the_area\"><\/span>Day 3: Hikes in the Area<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spend your second day in Whittier hiking \u2014 I recommend the Portage Pass Trail with views of the glacier, or rent a kayak and explore the bay. Stay another night in Whittier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_4%E2%80%936_Seward_and_Kenai_Fjords\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_4-6_Seward_and_Kenai_Fjords\"><\/span>Days 4\u20136: Seward and Kenai Fjords<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pohled-z-lodi-na-hory.jpg\" alt=\"View from a boat towards mountains in Resurrection Bay\" class=\"wp-image-159183\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pohled-z-lodi-na-hory.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pohled-z-lodi-na-hory-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pohled-z-lodi-na-hory-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pohled-z-lodi-na-hory-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/pohled-z-lodi-na-hory-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_4_Drive_to_Seward\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_4_Drive_to_Seward\"><\/span>Day 4: Drive to Seward<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Drive from Whittier to Seward (about 2.5 hours). Along the way, stop at Portage Glacier and several scenic viewpoints along the Seward Highway. In the afternoon, explore the town and visit the Alaska SeaLife Center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_5_Kenai_Fjords_National_Park\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_5_Kenai_Fjords_National_Park\"><\/span>Day 5: Kenai Fjords National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spend the full day on a boat tour of Kenai Fjords, where you&#8217;ll see glaciers, whales, and seals. I recommend the longer 8\u20139 hour cruise that goes all the way to Holgate or Aialik Glacier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_6_Exit_Glacier\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_6_Exit_Glacier\"><\/span>Day 6: Exit Glacier<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/turista-pred-ledovcem.jpg\" alt=\"Hiker in front of a glacier in Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-159184\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/turista-pred-ledovcem.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/turista-pred-ledovcem-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/turista-pred-ledovcem-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/turista-pred-ledovcem-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/turista-pred-ledovcem-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Dedicate the day to hiking to Exit Glacier and potentially the more demanding ascent to Harding Icefield. For less experienced hikers, there are several shorter trails with glacier views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_7%E2%80%938_Homer\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_7-8_Homer\"><\/span>Days 7\u20138: Homer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/barevne-domky-na-molu.jpg\" alt=\"Colourful buildings on Homer Spit pier\" class=\"wp-image-159185\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/barevne-domky-na-molu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/barevne-domky-na-molu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/barevne-domky-na-molu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/barevne-domky-na-molu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/barevne-domky-na-molu-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_7_Drive_to_Homer\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_7_Drive_to_Homer\"><\/span>Day 7: Drive to Homer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>From Seward, head to Homer (4 hours). Along the way, stop in the Russian-heritage village of Ninilchik and at the Homer Spit viewpoint. In the evening, stroll along the Homer Spit promenade and enjoy the sunset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_8_Homer\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_8_Homer\"><\/span>Day 8: Homer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Full-day halibut or salmon fishing charter, or take a boat across Kachemak Bay to Halibut Cove. If you&#8217;re not into fishing, visit the Pratt Museum or hike in Kachemak Bay State Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_9%E2%80%9310_Valdez\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_9-10_Valdez\"><\/span>Days 9\u201310: Valdez<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/marina-s-vyletni-lodi.jpg\" alt=\"Marina with a tour boat in Valdez, Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-159186\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/marina-s-vyletni-lodi.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/marina-s-vyletni-lodi-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/marina-s-vyletni-lodi-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/marina-s-vyletni-lodi-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/marina-s-vyletni-lodi-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_9_Drive_to_Valdez\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_9_Drive_to_Valdez\"><\/span>Day 9: Drive to Valdez<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A long but beautiful drive from Homer to Valdez (8\u20139 hours). Along the way, you&#8217;ll pass the Matanuska Glacier and cross Thompson Pass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_10_Valdez\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_10_Valdez\"><\/span>Day 10: Valdez<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a boat trip to Columbia Glacier or go kayaking in Prince William Sound. Alternatively, hike to Valdez Glacier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_11%E2%80%9312_Denali_via_Talkeetna\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_11-12_Denali_via_Talkeetna\"><\/span>Days 11\u201312: Denali via Talkeetna<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_11_Talkeetna\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_11_Talkeetna\"><\/span>Day 11: Talkeetna<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Drive from Valdez to Talkeetna (6\u20137 hours). In the afternoon, explore this historic little town, and if the weather is clear, enjoy the views of Denali from the town centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_12_Denali_National_Park\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_12_Denali_National_Park\"><\/span>Day 12: Denali National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spend the full day in Denali National Park. You can choose between an organised bus tour of the park or one of the hikes in the front section of the park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_13%E2%80%9314_Return_to_Anchorage\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_13-14_Return_to_Anchorage\"><\/span>Days 13\u201314: Return to Anchorage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_13_Final_Hike_and_Transfer\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_13_Final_hike_and_transfer\"><\/span>Day 13: Final Hike and Transfer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the morning, squeeze in one more short hike in Denali State Park, then drive to Anchorage (2.5 hours).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_14_Anchorage_and_Departure\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_14_Anchorage_and_departure\"><\/span>Day 14: Anchorage and Departure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Last-minute shopping, a visit to the Saturday Market (if it&#8217;s a Saturday), and your flight home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Tips\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_tips\"><\/span>Practical Tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accommodation\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accommodation\"><\/span>Accommodation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Whittier: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?ss=Inn%20at%20Whittier%2C%20Whittier%20Alaska&amp;aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Inn at Whittier<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seward: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/seward-windsong-lodge.html?aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Seward Windsong Lodge<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/exit-glacier-lodge.html?aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Exit Glacier Lodge<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Homer: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/ocean-shores-motel.html?aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Ocean Shores Hotel<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/lands-end-resort.html?aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Land&#8217;s End Resort<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Valdez: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/best-western-valdez-harbor-inn.html?aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Talkeetna: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/talkeetna-alaskan-lodge.html?aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anchorage: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/the-captain-cook.html?aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Hotel Captain Cook<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/us\/millennium-alaskan-anchorage.html?aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Lakefront Anchorage<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>You can compare all accommodation options and prices on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Booking.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/booking-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Booking.com<\/a>. During peak season (June\u2013August), book well in advance \u2014 popular lodges sell out months ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Stops_Along_the_Way\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_stops_along_the_way\"><\/span>Best Stops Along the Way<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/zeleznice-seward-highway-skaliska.jpg\" alt=\"Railway along Seward Highway beneath rocky cliffs\" class=\"wp-image-159187\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/zeleznice-seward-highway-skaliska.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/zeleznice-seward-highway-skaliska-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/zeleznice-seward-highway-skaliska-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/zeleznice-seward-highway-skaliska-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/zeleznice-seward-highway-skaliska-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Moose Pass<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Russian River Falls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Worthington Glacier<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wrangell-St. Elias National Park (viewpoints)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bookings\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bookings\"><\/span>Bookings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend booking these in advance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Accommodation (especially during peak season)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Boat tours in Kenai Fjords and Prince William Sound<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fishing charters from Homer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Denali National Park tours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Notes\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_notes\"><\/span>Practical Notes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fill up your tank whenever you get the chance \u2014 petrol stations can be few and far between<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carry a paper map \u2014 mobile signal isn&#8217;t available everywhere. Consider picking up an <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Holafly\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/holafly\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">eSIM from Holafly<\/a> or <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Yesim\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/yesim\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Yesim<\/a> for US data coverage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allow for frequent photo stops \u2014 you&#8217;ll want them<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay flexible \u2014 the weather can change your plans at a moment&#8217;s notice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UK passport holders need an ESTA to enter the US \u2014 make sure to apply before you travel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Alaska\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions_about_Alaska\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you head north, here are answers to the questions our readers ask most often about travelling in Alaska.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778778879875\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_cheapest_time_to_visit_Alaska\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_cheapest_time_to_visit_Alaska\"><\/span>When is the cheapest time to visit Alaska?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The cheapest time is the so-called shoulder season \u2014 May and September. The weather can be unpredictable, but prices are significantly lower and there are fewer tourists.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778778879876\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_see_the_northern_lights_in_summer\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_see_the_northern_lights_in_summer\"><\/span>Can you see the northern lights in summer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, due to the near-constant daylight. The best period for viewing the northern lights is from September to March.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778778879877\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_stay_safe_around_bears\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_stay_safe_around_bears\"><\/span>How do you stay safe around bears?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can buy bear spray in local shops. On hikes, make noise (e.g. clap or talk loudly), hike in groups, and never run from a bear.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778778879878\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_you_need_reservations_for_national_parks\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_you_need_reservations_for_national_parks\"><\/span>Do you need reservations for national parks?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For most parks, no. However, Denali has a limited number of permits for private vehicles. Campsites and lodges inside the parks also need to be booked months in advance.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778778879879\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_travel_to_Alaska_with_small_children\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_travel_to_Alaska_with_small_children\"><\/span>Can you travel to Alaska with small children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, but you&#8217;ll need to adapt your itinerary. We recommend activities like shorter hikes, boat cruises, wildlife centre visits, and musher camp tours.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778778879880\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_typical_food_prices\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_typical_food_prices\"><\/span>What are typical food prices?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Food in Alaska is more expensive than in the lower 48 states. A restaurant lunch costs around $20\u201330 (\u00a316\u201324), and dinner runs $30\u201350 (\u00a324\u201340) per person. Supermarket prices are roughly 30\u201350% higher than in typical American cities.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778778879881\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_any_vaccinations_required\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_any_vaccinations_required\"><\/span>Are any vaccinations required?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No special vaccinations are needed, but we recommend having your routine jabs up to date and taking out comprehensive travel insurance.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1778778879882\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_bad_are_the_mosquitoes\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_bad_are_the_mosquitoes\"><\/span>How bad are the mosquitoes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>In summer, mosquitoes can be absolutely relentless, especially in tundra areas. 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