Day Eight: Kenai Fjords National Park
Today experience a unique part of Alaska, the Kenai Peninsula! Ride the rail THAT IS AMONG THE MOST SPECTACULAR TRIPS IN THE WORLD. Travel through mountainous passes full of wonder, south to the port city of Seward. The train travels along the magnificent Turnagain Arm of Cook Inlet, through mountains and tunnels, over gorges, and within a mile of three majestic glaciers – Spencer, Bartlett and Trail.
RESURRECTION BAY: Today’s all inclusive adventure begins with a cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park, “Alaska’s # 1 Wildlife and Glacier Cruise”. These custom vessels have walk around viewing decks and inside seating with large picture windows for great viewing of the close-up glacier experience. Wildlife and marine life is abundant throughout. Listen to narration provided by the experienced Captains and Crew.
Kenai Fjords Tours’ wildlife and glacier cruises take you deep into the heart of Kenai Fjords National Park and an incredible abundance of marine and land-based wildlife –whales, porpoise, Steller sea lion, along with more than 80 different species of birds make Kenai Fjords National Park their home. Enjoy a diverse array of sights, from rugged coastline to emerging rainforests and calving glaciers. Lunch is included with your tour.
Upon disembarking this evening, you may choose to enjoy dinner in town; Ray’s is excellent, great seafood and wonderful views of the harbor. Whether you choose to stay in town for dinner or head back to the Seward Windsong Lodge to enjoy their on-site restaurant Resurrection Roadhouse.
View our preferred accommodations for this area:
Seward Area Lodging