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Go on a guided hiking adventure in the rugged Alaskan wilderness
Hike through the rugged Alaskan wilderness with spectacular mountain and coastal views.
Follow in the footsteps of the historic sled dog race as you hike on the Iditarod Trail.
Look for Alaskan wildlife, including bald eagles, bears, moose, and if you’re lucky, a whale or two!
Visit the awe-inspiring Harding Icefield that feeds the glaciers of the Kenai Fjords.
This 6-day guided hiking tour explores the unspoiled wilderness of Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula. During your daily hikes, you’ll discover the rugged beauty of the mountains and glaciers that comprise the vast landscapes of Alaska.
Your expert guides lead you along carefully selected paths, including the famed Iditarod Trail. You’ll visit crystal-clear lakes, rushing waterfalls, and the magnificent Harding Icefields. This tour also includes a scenic boat tour of the Kenai Fjords, which is sure to be an unforgettable experience! Each night, you can relax in a luxurious hotel to get some R&R. You’ll find a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation on the Hiking Tour of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula.
This 6-day guided hiking tour explores the unspoiled wilderness of Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula. During your daily hikes, you’ll discover the rugged beauty of the mountains and glaciers that comprise the vast landscapes of Alaska.
Your expert guides lead you along carefully selected paths, including the famed Iditarod Trail. You’ll visit crystal-clear lakes, rushing waterfalls, and the magnificent Harding Icefields. This tour also includes a scenic boat tour of the Kenai Fjords, which is sure to be an unforgettable experience! Each night, you can relax in a luxurious hotel to get some R&R. You’ll find a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation on the Hiking Tour of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula.
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Hiking Tour of Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula Itinerary
Day 1 First Hike From Girdwood
The tour’s shuttle van will meet you in Anchorage and bring you to Girdwood, which will be home for your first two nights. In the afternoon, you’ll hike the Winner Creek Trail to the Gorge Bridge.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Girdwood
Distance: 2 hours, 4 miles
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Day 2 Hike the Iditarod Trail
Today, you’ll continue hiking along the Winner Creek Trail, which follows the path of the historic Iditarod. It will be a gradual climb to reach the beautiful waterfalls at Winner Creek Gorge. Along the trail, you’ll pass the Monarch Gold mine, Crystal Lake, and Raven Glacier.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Girdwood
Distance: 5 hours, 10 miles
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3 Crow Pass Hike
The Course Creek Trail will take you to Crow Pass, where you’ll have an amazing vantage point to see the Right and Wrong Mountains. You’ll finish your hike after reaching Crescent Lake.
In the afternoon, the shuttle will take the group to Seward to check-in at your new hotel.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Seward
Distance: 5 hours, 10 miles
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4 Hike Beneath Resurrection Peaks
The trail today has the spectacular Resurrection Peaks soaring above it. You’ll love the scenic views as you climb along Box Canyon Creek towards Lost Lake.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Seward
Distance: 7 hours, 14 miles
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5 Kenai Fjords Boat Tour
Give your legs a break today with a spectacular boat cruise. You’ll take the boat from Seward and admire the glaciers and rugged scenery of the Kenai Fjords National Park. This is also a great place to look for wildlife, which may include a whale sighting!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Seward
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6 Icefield Hike
Today, you’ll continue your exploration of the Kenai Fjords National Park. You’ll hike the Harding Trail to the impressive Harding Icefield, which is 35 miles long. After your visit to the icefields, the van will bring you back to Anchorage to conclude your tour.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: 4 hours, 8 miles
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Hiking Tour of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula Price and Dates
This guided hiking tour in Alaska is run as a group tour where you would be joining a fixed-departure tour.The prices below are per person:
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Accommodation on the Hiking Tour of Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula
This tour is based in 3 and 4-star hotels. The hotels offer comfortable rooms in ideal locations for your explorations.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy and single travelers will be required to pay a supplement. You can pay a supplement to have a single room where possible.
What’s Included in the Hiking Tour of Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula?
Meals
5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners are included in this tour, not including beverages.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 5 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour in Anchorage are not included but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transport for you and your luggage is included as outlined in the itinerary. Roundtrip transport between Anchorage and the Kenai Fjords National Park is included at the beginning and end of the tour.
Also Included
- English-speaking guide
- Van shuttle
- Scenic boat cruise
- Park entrance fees
- Trail maps and narratives
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Flights
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
- Meals, drinks or snacks not previously included
- Visas if required
- Tourist taxes if applicable
- Personal equipment
- Fees not mentioned as included
Optional Extras
- Any additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- How hard is the Hiking Tour of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula?
- Do I need a visa to travel to the United States of America?
- Are meals included on the Hiking Tour of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Anchorage to start this tour?
- Is the Hiking Tour of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula guided?
- Where does the Hiking Tour of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to the United States of America?
- Are there any travel restrictions for the United States of America?
- When is the best time to travel to the United States for this tour?
We rate this tour as a 3/5. Hikes on this tour are moderate or somewhat challenging. You should be comfortable hiking between 4 and 7 hours per day on a variety of terrain, including the icefields.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners are included in this tour. Please note that your non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages are not included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your Travel Insurance.
To reach Anchorage, you’ll fly to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) in Alaska. Airport transfers are not included.
Yes, you will have an English-speaking guide for the duration of the tour.
This tour concludes in Anchorage, Alaska. You will need to arrange a transfer to the airport.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to Alaska for this hike is mid-June to mid-September when the temperatures hover around 60°F.
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Timberline Adventures specializes in fully supported cycling, hiking, and multisport adventure tours in the United States and Canada.
Over the last 38 years, our adventure experts have crafted unique itineraries consisting of only the best routes and trails. We are all about striking the perfect balance of challenge, discovery, and tons of fun! Our epic tours include visits to 35 different national parks, and we take great pride in introducing our guests to some of the wildest and most beautiful areas in North America, like Glacier, Yosemite, Acadia, Big Bend, and so much more!
We share in the joy, exhilaration, and sense of accomplishment that is a part of every single tour, and the quality of your experience is how we measure our growing success.
