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Hike Alaska: Valdez and Wrangell St Elias
Hike Alaska: Valdez and Wrangell St Elias
Hike Alaska: Valdez and Wrangell St Elias
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 Trip Length
7 Days
 Trip Starts
Anchorage
 Trip Finishes
Anchorage
7 Day Hike Alaska: Valdez and Wrangell St Elias Itinerary (G Adventures)
Countries Explored: USA
Trip Style
Active
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Budget
Affordable
Max. Group Size
13
Pace
Challenging
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
NUVM

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 7 Day Hike Alaska: Valdez and Wrangell St Elias. From glacier hikes to old abandoned mining towns, this trip has a little bit of everything. Fall deeper into the wilds of Alaska on this seven-day tour that really gets you out into the varied landscapes of the “Land of the Midnight Sun”. Enjoy a more active pace and set out on hikes that will have you walking on glaciers and witnessing incredible mountain scenery in no time.

Itinerary

After a brief welcome meeting with your CEO, travel to the Matanuska Recreation Site where you will be able to view the glacier along the interpretive nature trail. After a picnic lunch the group will continue travelling onward to Valdez where you will have the opportunity to walk and visit the Worthington Glacier. In the evening, have dinner as a group around the fire. Stay: Valdez KOA Journey (D)

What’s in store today will certainly be an adventure. After a quick breakfast, you'll have free time to walk, journal, or hang out with friends. After lunch head to Glacier Lake in Valdez where you’ll go on a hike and guided kayak tour of the lake. If you have yet to set your eyes on an iceberg, this might just be your chance. This gorgeous lake in Valdez is often home to large chunks of floating ice coming from the Valdez Glacier. With great views and miles of open water to paddle there’s no better way to get in touch with nature. Stay: Valdez KOA Journey (B/L/D)

You’ll spend time today in a private vehicle en route to McCarthy, but don’t worry there will be plenty of epic road trip worthy stops along the way. First up is a stop at Thompson's Pass viewpoint to start the day with stunning vistas. As you continue driving highway 10 there will be plenty of quick stops at worthy viewpoints all along the Copper River. Then enjoy a visit to Liberty Falls State Recreation Site where you can stretch your legs and visit the falls, which plunge 20 ft into the Liberty Creek. Continue along the scenic highway to McCarthy. Stop and see the fish wheels at Kuskulana River Canyon and Bridge, along Gilahina River, and at Gilahina Trestle Wayside. Arrive in McCarthy, visit the town, maybe catch some live music after dinner. Stay: Glacier View Campground (B/L/D)

Visit Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and spend the day hiking along the Bonanza Mine trail. A hike that includes stunning scenery, a trek to the top of a mountain and 1930’s mining ruins all in a frontier Alaskan setting. Coming in at 9 miles total, the hike is strenuous, but with the views you’ll be admiring, you might not notice at all. In the evening relax back at camp and have dinner as a group. Stay: Glacier View Campground (B/L)

Hiking is unique in its ability to nourish the body and the mind, but it’s nice to have a free day every now and then to let your body recover and your mind wander. Spend today in McCarthy choosing from a variety of optional activities to keep you busy. Head out on a guided ice walk tour, visit the Kennicott Mills Town on a guided tour, go whitewater rafting down the Copper River, or hop on a scenic flight of the national park. Unwind at camp in the evening and talk about your adventures. Stay: Glacier View Campground (B/L)

A relaxed morning in McCarthy allows for you to enjoy your last day in the Alaskan wilderness as you’d like. Take one final hike along the West Kennecott Glacier Trail, spend some more time in McCarthy or just sit by the glacial lake and take in the views of the Stairway Icefall and the Wrangell mountains. On the drive north you’ll go slowly, stopping at viewpoints that the clouds might have hidden on our way here. You’ll cross the Copper River one last time and hope to see Mount Drum and Mount Sanford. Visit the Copper Visitor Center and go for short walks in the area and make sure not to miss the amazing viewing platform that can be reached from the Visitor Center. You’ll spend the night comfortably in a bed at Alaska’s oldest continually operated roadhouse. Stay: Gakona Lodge (B)

In the morning transfer with the group from Glennallen to Anchorage, tour ends on arrival.

Trip Inclusions

  • Hike along the Worthington Glacier.
  • Fall in love with the scenery in Valdez.
  • Get on the water with a guided kayaking excursion on Glacier Lake.
  • Explore at leisure in McCarthy.
  • Walk the Bonanza Mine trail in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park.
  • Camp under the stars.

  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Visit to Matanuska Recreation Site
  • Worthington Glacier hike
  • Glacier Lake guided hiking and kayaking trip
  • Stop at Liberty Falls Recreation Site
  • Wrangell-St
  • Elias National Park visit
  • Bonanza Mine trail hike
  • Free time in McCarthy for optional activities
  • Copper Visitor Center trip
  • National Park entrance fees
  • All transport between destination and to/from included activities

  • Participation camping (5nts), Rustic Lodge (1nt)
  • Participation Camping and Local Lodge.
  • Please note that all of the campgrounds have showers except for McCarthy.
  • Please be aware that American campgrounds have various sites available and because of this there will likely be RVs, camper-trailers, popups and tent camping all on one property.
  • Participation camping in clean local campgrounds. All camping equipment (with the exception of your sleeping bag and pillow) is supplied, including comfortable camp mattresses. We supply dome tents that take only 5 minutes to assemble/disassemble. They are good quality, durable, industry-standard, oversized 2-person tents, each with 2 separate and convenient zip-up doors, so that each person has his/her own entrance.
  • We use 2 types of campgrounds:
  • 1.) Private campgrounds: These are privately run sites, usually with all services such as fire pits, picnic tables, drinking water, toilets & shower buildings. Some have small outdoor swimming pools and laundry facilities. These campgrounds are typically located near national park entrances or towns.
  • 2.) Public campgrounds: These are park-run sites, usually with basic facilities such as fire pits, picnic tables, and drinking water. Some may have shower fees for onsite facilities ($2-6/shower).
  • 3.) Charging stations may or may not be available at every campground. Most provide them, but your CEO can alert you when there will be a time between charging access points.

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

  • 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners

  • Private vehicle and hiking

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
Trip Style: Active
Trip Style: Active

For travelers who prefer their adventures powered by motion - G's Active tours offer an immersive way to explore the world. Whether it’s hiking rugged trails, biking scenic routes, or kayaking along rivers and coastlines, all you'll need to bring is your energy, enthusiasm, and a love for active adventure. Our expert guides provide all the gear and logistical support needed so you can focus on the journey.

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