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ANCHORAGE DENALI EXPRESSOne of our best value land tours for time-conscious guests offering an up close Denali experience, tourof Alaska’s largest city and moderate hotel properties.2016 SOUTHBOUND TOUR ITINERARYDay 1, Friday-Air Arrival Day* Into AnchorageWelcome to Anchorage. Whether you’re exploring Alaska’s largestcity or the wonderful amenities your hotel has to offer, get ready foran unforgettable journey in the days ahead fully escorted by a localAlaskan guide.Please note the standard hotel check-in time is 3:00pm. Guests whoarrive earlier may have to wait to occupy their rooms. Enjoy the rest ofyour day at leisure.Overnight: AnchorageDay 2, Saturday-Anchorage/DenaliYour Norwegian Cruise Line Tour Director will greet you at yourAnchorage hotel this morning. Today you’ll ride on the world-famousAlaska Railroad from Talkeetna to Denali and travel along the SusitnaRiver where you’re likely to see some wildlife. Along the journey,wander the train, purchase a meal in the dining car, or just sit in yourcomfortable reclining seat and gaze at the magnificent scenery. AlaskaRailroad Adventure Class features single-level cars with high ceilings,large picture windows and ample legroom.2016 NORTHBOUND TOUR ITINERARY†Day 4, Monday-Anchorage/SewardLate morning, enjoy a brief city tour of Anchorage and then continuesouth down the Turnagain Arm along the Seward Highway. This “AllAmerican Scenic Highway” has spectacular views of the Cook Inlet andChugach Mountains. In dramatic fashion, see where the mountainsmeet the sea. Stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center andget up close to moose, bears, musk ox and other indigenous animalsof the region. Taking in orphaned animals and providing qualityanimal care year-round, the Conservation Center is dedicated to theprotection and preservation of Alaska’s wildlife. Animals that cannot bereleased back into the wild are given a permanent home at the Center.Continue on to Seward to board Norwegian Sun for your 7-daySawyer Glacier cruise. 10:00 am Anchorage City Tour and free time for lunch2:00 pm Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center4:30 pm Arrive in Seward and embark Norwegian SunDays 5-11, Tuesday-MondayNorwegian Sun Sawyer Glacier Southbound CruiseDetailed cruise itinerary on page 20.Open evening for optional activities such as whitewater rafting,helicopter flightseeing, hiking, or one of the park service programs. 8:00 am10:30 am11:20 am4:00 pmDepart Anchorage HotelArrive in TalkeetnaAlaska Railroad Talkeetna to Denali – Adventure ClassArrive in DenaliOvernight: DenaliDay 3, Sunday-Denali/AnchorageMore than just the mountain, Denali National Park is six-million acresof wild land. Your tour will take you into this pristine region of Alaskaon the only road into and out of the park. Along the way, enjoy a fullynarrated ride learning about the flora and fauna of the area whilelooking out for the wild animals that roam freely and call this parkhome. While in this beautiful area, set aside time to experience thesolitude and tranquility that vast wilderness can provide.Days 1-7, Monday-SundayNorwegian Sun Glacier Bay Northbound CruiseDetailed cruise itinerary on page 20.Day 8, Monday-Seward/AnchorageYour Norwegian Cruise Line Tour Director will greet you in Sewardupon debarkation of Norwegian Sun for your fully escorted tour.Board your deluxe motorcoach and travel from Seward to the AlaskaWildlife Conservation Center where you’ll get up close to moose,bears, musk ox and other indigenous animals of the region. Taking inorphaned animals and providing quality animal care year-round, theConservation Center is dedicated to the protection and preservation ofAlaska’s wildlife. Animals that cannot be released back into the wild aregiven a permanent home at the Center.Continue in the deluxe motorcoach to Anchorage, Alaska’s largestcity, which is surrounded by beautiful mountains and water withmany walking trails available for you to explore. Enjoy a city tourof Anchorage and time on your for lunch at one of the many localrestaurants. During the extended daylight in the summer months, you’llhave plenty of time to enjoy evening activities to suit your personalstyle. Open evening for optional activities.8:30 am10:30 am12:30 pm3:30 pmDisembark ShipAlaska Wildlife Conservation CenterAnchorage City Tour and lunch on your ownArrive at Anchorage HotelOvernight: AnchorageDay 9, Tuesday-Anchorage/DenaliThis morning, board your deluxe motorcoach to Denali National Park.More than just the mountain, Denali National Park is six-million acresof wild land. After lunch on your own, your tour will take you into thispristine region of Alaska on the only road into and out of the park.Along the way, enjoy a fully narrated ride learning about the flora andfauna of the area while looking out for the wild animals that roamfreely and call this park home. While in this beautiful area, set asidetime to experience the solitude and tranquility that vast wildernesscan provide.†During your Denali Natural History tour, you will travel 18 miles intoDenali National Park, enjoying the incredible scenery and learningabout the history of the park. Tour duration is approximately 4 hours.Upon arrival in Alaska, your Tour Director will advise you of your tourtime.7:30 am Depart for Denali1:30 pm (approx.) Denali Natural History TourOvernight: DenaliDay 10, Wednesday-Denali/AnchorageYour morning is open for optional activities in Denali. Later in the day,you’ll ride the world-famous Alaska Railroad from Denali to Talkeetnaand travel along the Susitna River where you’re likely to see somewildlife. Along the journey, wander the train, purchase a meal in thedining car, or just sit in your comfortable reclining seat and gaze at themagnificent scenery. Alaska Railroad Adventure Class features singlelevel cars with high ceilings, large picture windows and ample legroom.Continue via motorcoach from Talkeetna to Anchorage.12:30 pm4:45 pm6:00 pm9:00 pmAlaska Railroad Talkeetna to Denali – Adventure ClassArrive in TalkeetnaDepart Talkeetna by motorcoachArrive at Anchorage HotelOvernight: AnchorageDay 11, Thursday-Return Home From AnchorageTransfer to the Anchorage International Airport for your flight home.The transfer between the hotel and airport is included in the tour.During your Denali Natural History tour, you will travel 18 miles intoDenali National Park, enjoying the incredible scenery and learning aboutthe history of the park. Tour duration is approximately 4 hours. Uponarrival in Alaska, your Tour Director will advise you of your tour time.After free time for lunch on your own, you will travel from Denali viadeluxe motorcoach to Anchorage.7:00 am (approx. ) Denali Natural History Tour12-2:00 pm (approx. ) Lunch on your own in Denali2:00 pm Depart Denali7:00 pm Arrive in AnchorageOvernight: Anchorage2* The transfer from Airport to Hotel is included when arriving flight information is provided to Norwegian Cruise Line at least 10 days prior to tour start date. Transfer is offered only on the starting date of the tour.Guests who do not provide flight information within the guidelines forfeit this service. Unused transfers are non-refundable.† All times shown are approximate and subject to change without notice due to local conditions.3

FAIRBANKS DENALI EXPRESSFor enthusiasts with limited time looking to discover Alaska’s historic and extreme ways of life. This tourfeatures a Denali Park visit, overview of Alaska’s Golden Heart City and moderate hotel properties.2016 SOUTHBOUND TOUR ITINERARYDay 1, Friday-Air Arrival Day* Into FairbanksWelcome to Fairbanks. Whether you’re exploring Alaska’s Golden HeartCity or the wonderful amenities your hotel has to offer, get ready for anunforgettable journey in the days ahead fully escorted by a local Alaskanguide.Please note the standard hotel check-in time is 3:00pm. Guests who arriveearlier may have to wait to occupy their rooms. Enjoy the rest of your dayat leisure.Overnight: FairbanksDay 2, Saturday-FairbanksYour Norwegian Cruise Line Tour Director will greet you at your Fairbankshotel this morning. Today you’ll enjoy a city tour of Fairbanks in a deluxemotorcoach. The tour includes a stop at the Trans-Alaska Oil Pipelineand gives you a great overview of the Fairbanks community. After lunchon your own, you’ll enjoy a ride on the Riverboat Discovery, a three-hourjourney that will take you into the heart of Alaska. Operated by a familywho has made the Alaskan rivers home for five generations, you’ll witnessa Bush Pilot take off and land beside the boat, and hear stories of flyinginto remote Alaska firsthand. Halfway through the experience, you’ll beimmersed in frontier living with a guided walking tour of a recreatedAthabascan Indian village. See cabins made of spruce logs, along withother indigenous dwellings that have allowed the strong Athabascanpeople to survive for thousands of years in this harsh environment.Open evening to explore Fairbanks or take an optional tour.9:00 am11:00 am2:00 pm5:30 pmDepart Hotel for Fairbanks City TourLunch on your own in FairbanksRiverboat Discovery CruiseArrive at hotel(Itinerary may be altered with a morning Riverboat Discovery cruise andafternoon Fairbanks city tour)Overnight: FairbanksDay 3, Sunday- Fairbanks/DenaliThis morning, enjoy traveling along the rails of the Alaska Railroad toDenali National Park. Along the journey, wander the train, purchase ameal in the dining car, or just sit in your comfortable reclining seat andgaze at the magnificent scenery. Alaska Railroad Adventure Class featuressingle-level cars with high ceilings, large picture windows and amplelegroom. As you travel through the high tundra plateau into the Healy2016 NORTHBOUND TOUR ITINERARY†Gorge and Canyon, be watchful for wildlife during your rail journey.More than just the mountain, Denali National Park is six-million acres of wildland. After lunch on your own, your tour will take you into this pristine regionof Alaska on the only road into and out of the park. Along the way, enjoy afully narrated ride learning about the flora and fauna of the area while lookingout for the wild animals that roam freely and call this park home. While in thisbeautiful area, set aside time to experience the solitude and tranquility thatvast wilderness can provide.During your Denali Natural History tour, you will travel 18 miles into DenaliNational Park, enjoying the incredible scenery and learning about the historyof the park. Tour duration is approximately 4 hours. Upon arrival in Alaska,your Tour Director will advise you of your tour time.8:15 am Alaska Railroad Fairbanks to Denali – Adventure Class12:15 pm Arrive in Denali1:30 pm (approx.) Denali Natural History TourOvernight: DenaliDay 4, Monday- Denali/SewardTravel from Denali via deluxe motorcoach to Seward. Enjoy a brief city tourof Anchorage and then continue south down the Turnagain Arm alongthe Seward Highway. This “All American Scenic Highway” has spectacularviews of the Cook Inlet and Chugach Mountains. In dramatic fashion, seewhere the mountains meet the sea. Stop at the Alaska Wildlife ConservationCenter and get up close to moose, bears, musk ox and other indigenousanimals of the region. Taking in orphaned animals and providing qualityanimal care year-round, the Conservation Center is dedicated to theprotection and preservation of Alaska’s wildlife. Animals that cannot bereleased back into the wild are given a permanent home at the Center.Continue on to Seward to board Norwegian Sun for your 7-daySawyer Glacier cruise.7:00 am12:00 pm2:30 pm5:00 pmDepart DenaliArrive in Anchorage, free time for lunch, brief city tourAlaska Wildlife Conservation CenterArrive in Seward and embark Norwegian SunOvernight: DenaliDay 5-11, Tuesday- MondayNorwegian Sun Sawyer Glacier Southbound CruiseDetailed cruise itinerary on page 20.Day 1-7, Monday-SundayNorwegian Sun Glacier Bay Northbound CruiseDetailed cruise itinerary on page 20.Day 8, Monday-Seward/DenaliYour Norwegian Cruise Line Tour Director will greet you in Sewardupon debarkation of Norwegian Sun for your fully escorted tour. Boardyour deluxe motorcoach and travel from Seward to the Alaska WildlifeConservation Center where you’ll get up close to moose, bears, musk oxand other indigenous animals of the region. Taking in orphaned animalsand providing quality animal care year-round, the Conservation Center isdedicated to the protection and preservation of Alaska’s wildlife. Animalsthat cannot be released back into the wild are given a permanent home atthe Center.Enjoy a brief city tour of Anchorage with free time for lunch and shoppingas you drive through town en route to Denali National Park. Open eveningfor optional activities such as whitewater rafting, helicopter flightseeing,hiking, or one of the park service programs. 7:30 am9:30 am11:30 am6:00 pmDisembark ShipAlaska Wildlife Conservation CenterAnchorage City Tour and lunch on your ownArrive at Denali HotelOvernight: DenaliDay 9, Tuesday-Denali/FairbanksMore than just the mountain, Denali National Park is six-million acres ofwild land. This morning, your tour will take you into this pristine regionof Alaska on the only road into and out of the park. Along the way, enjoya fully narrated ride learning about the flora and fauna of the area whilelooking out for the wild animals that roam freely and call this park home.While in this beautiful area, set aside time to experience the solitude andtranquility that vast wilderness can provide.†Day 10, Wednesday-FairbanksThis morning, enjoy a city tour of Fairbanks in a deluxe motorcoach. Thetour includes a stop at the Trans-Alaska Oil Pipeline and gives you a greatoverview of the Fairbanks community. This afternoon enjoy a ride on theRiverboat Discovery, a three-hour journey that will take you into the heartof Alaska. Operated by a family who has made the Alaskan rivers homefor five generations, you’ll witness a Bush Pilot take off and land besidethe boat, and hear stories of flying into remote Alaska firsthand. Halfwaythrough the experience, you’ll be immersed in frontier living with a guidedwalking tour of a recreated Athabascan Indian village. See cabins made ofspruce logs, along with other indigenous dwellings that have allowed thestrong Athabascan people to survive for thousands of years in this harshenvironment. Open evening to explore Fairbanks or take an optional tour.9:00 am11:00 am2:00 pm5:30 pmDepart Hotel for Fairbanks City TourLunch on your own in FairbanksRiverboat Discovery CruiseArrive at hotel(Itinerary may be altered with a morning Riverboat Discovery cruise andafternoon Fairbanks city tour)Overnight: FairbanksDay 11, Thursday-Return Home From FairbanksTransfer to the Fairbanks International Airport for your flight home.The transfer between the hotel and airport is included in the tour.During your Denali Natural History tour, you will travel 18 miles into DenaliNational Park, enjoying the incredible scenery and learning about thehistory of the park. Tour duration is approximately 4 hours. Upon arrival inAlaska your Tour Director will advise you of your tour time.Following your park tour, you’ll enjoy travelling along the rails of the AlaskaRailroad to Fairbanks. Along the journey, wander the train, purchase a mealin the dining car, or just sit in your comfortable reclining seat and gaze atthe magnificent scenery. Alaska Railroad Adventure Class features singlelevel cars with high ceilings, large picture windows and ample legroom.As the Healy Gorge and Canyon rolls into the high tundra plateau, bewatchful for wildlife. Full bar and meal service are available for purchaseduring your rail journey.8:00 am (approx.) Denali Natural History Tour4:00 pm Alaska Railroad Denali to Fairbanks – Adventure Class8:00 pm Arrive in FairbanksOvernight: Fairbanks4* The transfer from Airport to Hotel is included when arriving flight information is provided to Norwegian Cruise Line at least 10 days prior to tour start date. Transfer is offered only on the starting date of the tour.Guests who do not provide flight information within the guidelines forfeit this service. Unused transfers are nonrefundable.† All times shown are approximate and subject to change without notice due to local conditions.5

DENALI/ALYESKA EXPLORERThe best way for nature lovers in search of rustic elegance to experience Denaliand the heart of Alaska’s wilderness.SOUTHBOUND TOUR ITINERARYNORTHBOUND TOUR ITINERARY†Day 1, Thursday-Air Arrival Day* Into AnchorageWelcome to Anchorage. Whether you’re exploring Alaska’s largest cityor the wonderful amenities your hotel has to offer, get ready for anunforgettable journey in the days ahead fully escorted by a localAlaskan guide.Please note the standard hotel check-in time is 3:00 pm. Guests whoarrive earlier may have to wait to occupy their rooms. Enjoy the rest of theday at leisure.Overnight: AnchorageDay 2, Friday-Anchorage/DenaliYour Norwegian Cruise Line Tour Director will greet you at yourAnchorage hotel this morning for a group orientation meeting. Afterthe meeting, enjoy traveling along the rails of the Alaska Railroad toDenali with 360-degree views from your deluxe dome railcar seats. Asthe gorgeous scenery of Alaska rolls past, be watchful for wildlife andglimpses of Mt. McKinley or, as local Alaskans call it, “The Great One.” Fullbar and meal service are available for purchase during your rail journey.Open evening for optional activities such as whitewater rafting,helicopter flightseeing, hiking, or one of the park service programs.8:15 am Deluxe Dome Rail, Anchorage to Denali3:45 pm Arrive in DenaliOvernight: DenaliDay 3, Saturday-DenaliMore than just the mountain, Denali National Park is six-million acres ofwild land. Your tour will take you into this pristine region of Alaska on theonly road into and out of the park. Along the way, enjoy a fully narratedride learning about the flora and fauna of the area while looking out forthe wild animals that roam freely and call this park home. While in thisbeautiful area, set aside time to experience the solitude and tranquilitythat vast wilderness can provide.During your Tundra Wilderness tour, you will travel 53 miles intoDenali National Park enjoying the incredible scenery and some of thebest opportunities to see wildlife in its natural setting. A light snackis included on the tour. Tour duration is approximately 7 hours withstarting times throughout the day. Upon arrival in Alaska, your TourDirector will advise you of your tour time. The remaining part of the dayis open for optional activities.Day 4, Sunday-Denali/GirdwoodTravel from Denali via deluxe motorcoach to Girdwood. On your way,learn about the Alaska state sport of dog mushing with an included stopat a local Iditarod sled dog kennel. You’ll be amazed to learn about thisfascinating sport, the musher, the dogs, and even get to hold a futurechampion puppy in your arms. After this authentic visit, we won’t besurprised if you are ready to run “The Last Great Race” yourself.Enjoy a brief city tour of Anchorage and then continue south downthe Turnagain Arm along the Seward Highway. This “All AmericanScenic Highway” has spectacular views of the Cook Inlet and ChugachMountains. In dramatic fashion, see where the mountains meet the sea. 8:00 am12:00 pm2:00 pm3:30 pm6:00 pmDepart DenaliIditarod Sled Dog Kennel VisitDepart for AnchorageBrief Anchorage City TourArrive at Hotel Alyeska Resort†Days 1-7, Monday-SundayNorwegian Sun Glacier Bay Northbound CruiseDetailed cruise itinerary on page 20.Day 8, Monday-Seward/GirdwoodYour Norwegian Cruise Line Tour Director will greet you in Sewardupon debarkation of Norwegian Sun. Board your deluxe motorcoachand travel from Seward to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centerwhere you’ll get up close to moose, bears, musk ox and otherindigenous animals of the region. Taking in orphaned animals andproviding quality animal care year-round, the Conservation Centeris dedicated to the protection and preservation of Alaska’s wildlife.Animals that cannot be released back into the wild are given apermanent home at the Center.Upon arrival at the deluxe Hotel Alyeska Resort, enjoy an included tramride to the top of Mt. Alyeska. While at the hotel, enjoy the swimmingpool or other world-class amenities, hike the many trails in the area, orbook an optional tour.Overnight: GirdwoodDay 5, Monday-Girdwood/SewardThis morning, spend free time in the resort to hike on the trails, enjoythe swimming pool, or take a helicopter ride to land on a glacier. Enjoyan included tram ride to the top of Mt. Alyeska. This afternoon, transfervia motorcoach to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center where you’llget up close to moose, bears, musk ox, and other indigenous animalsof the region. Taking in orphaned animals and providing quality animalcare year-round, the Conservation Center is dedicated to the protectionand preservation of Alaska’s wildlife. Animals that cannot be releasedback into the wild are given a permanent home at the Center.Continue on to Seward to board Norwegian Sun for your 7-DaySawyer Glacier cruise.11:00 am12:45 pm1:00 pm3:30 pmTram to top of Mt. AlyeskaDepart Hotel Alyeska ResortAlaska Wildlife Conservation CenterArrive in Seward and embark Norwegian SunDays 6-12, Tuesday-MondayNorwegian Sun Sawyer Glacier Southbound CruiseDetailed cruise itinerary on page 20.9:00 am Depart Seward10:30 am Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center11:30 am Depart Conservation Center12:00 pm Arrive at Hotel Alyeska ResortOvernight: GirdwoodDay 9, Tuesday-Girdwood/DenaliToday, travel to Denali via motorcoach. Enjoy a brief city tour ofAnchorage as you drive through town en route to Denali NationalPark. Continuing north, you’ll learn about the Alaska state sport of dogmushing with an included stop at a local Iditarod sled dog kennel. You’llbe amazed to learn about this fascinating sport, the musher, the dogs,and even get to hold a future champion puppy in your arms. After thisauthentic visit, we won’t be surprised if you are ready to run “The LastGreat Race” yourself. Continue to Denali National Park.Day 10, Wednesday-DenaliMore than just the mountain, Denali National Park is six-million acresof wild land. Your tour will take you into this pristine region of Alaskaon the only road into and out of the park. Along the way, enjoy a fullynarrated ride learning about the flora and fauna of the area whilelooking out for the wild animals that roam freely and call this parkhome. While in this beautiful area, set aside time to experience thesolitude and tranquility that vast wilderness can provide.During your Tundra Wilderness tour, you will travel 53 miles intoDenali National Park enjoying the incredible scenery and some of thebest opportunities to see wildlife in its natural setting. A light snackis included on the tour. Tour duration is approximately 7 hours withstarting times throughout the day. Upon arrival in Alaska, your TourDirector will advise you of your tour time. The remaining part of theday is open for optional activities such as whitewater rafting, helicopterflightseeing, hiking, or one of the park service programs.Overnight: DenaliDay 11, Thursday-Denali/AnchorageYour morning is open for optional activities in Denali. In the afternoon,enjoy traveling along the rails of the Alaska Railroad to Anchorage with360-degree views from your deluxe dome railcar seats. As the gorgeousscenery of Alaska rolls past, be watchful for wildlife and glimpses of Mt.McKinley or, as local Alaskans call it, “The Great One. ” Full bar and mealservice are available for purchase during your rail journey.12:30 pm Deluxe Dome Rail, Denali to Anchorage8:00 pm Arrive in AnchorageOvernight: AnchorageDay 12, Friday-Return HomeTransfer to the Anchorage International Airport for your flight home.The transfer between the hotel and airport is included in the tour.8:00 am Depart Hotel Alyeska Resort9:30 am Brief Anchorage City Tour12:00 pm Iditarod Sled Dog Kennel Visit2:00 pm Depart for Denali6:00 pm Arrive in DenaliOvernight: DenaliOvernight: Denali6* The transfer from Airport to Hotel is included when arriving flight information is provided to Norwegian Cruise Line at least 10 days prior to tour start date. Transfer is offered only on the starting date of the tour.Guests who do not provide flight in

Alaska is far from ordinary, so plan a frontier vacation that goes beyond the expected. Think wild and search for bear, moose and caribou in Denali, or get up close and personal with black, brown or grizzly bears — as in eye level — at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Feel a part of Alaska's individualist lifestyle as