Alaska Multi-Sport Adventure

Day 1/Arrival: Plan to arrive in Alaska by at least the afternoon of the day your trip begins. Take the Hawthorn Suites shuttle from the airport to the hotel. This first hotel night is included in the trip price. Meet your Trip Leader and fellow travelers at 6 p.m. for dinner and an orientation to our upcoming adventure. We'll be dining at a local restaurant well known for its delicious cuisine with an Alaskan flair. (D)

Day 2: Say farewell to the city of Anchorage and travel along the majestic Turnagain Arm to the small mountain community of Girdwood. Today's adventure is an air excursion to one of the surrounding glaciers to try our hand at the famous Alaskan sport of dog-mushing. High on the snow-pack, drive the sled yourself or, if you prefer, ride in the sled as you enjoy the dramatic scenery. Afterward bundle yourself up in actual Iditarod racing gear - including an original bib-number - for a once in a lifetime photo opportunity. Late afternoon we will continue south to the Kenai Riverside Lodge, located along the banks of the world-class Kenai River. Settle into your cabin, and enjoy appetizers and dinner in the main lodge. (B, L, D)

Day 3: Today's focus: an introduction to flyfishing, where you will become familiar with the equipment and techniques for casting along the banks of the Kenai River. We'll break into groups of three or four for this full day of fishing. This is a fantastic time of year for giant rainbow trout and Dolly Varden. Salmon are also in the river, so you'll get a chance to try out both heavy and light weight fly rods. Our guides row drift boats, and pull over along the riverside for flyfishing and a gourmet picnic lunch. This evening, dinner and overnight at the Kenai Riverside Lodge. (B, L, D)

Day 4: After breakfast, travel a short distance to the town of Moose Pass to board float planes for the marvelous flight to nearby Upper Russian Lake. The flight takes us in view of stunning mountain scenery, and a distant glacier. Our hike this afternoon is a gentle forest trail that winds along a lake and stream through stunning coniferous deciduous rainforest. We'll enjoy a picnic lunch en route, and be back to the Kenai Riverside Lodge for dinner. (B,L,D)

Day 5: Today's adventure brings the group to the quaint seacoast town of Seward, for a small boat tour of Kenai Fjords National Park. The ocean, snow-capped mountains, massive tidewater glaciers, and wildlife combine for a dramatic landscape and unforgettable experience. If desired, leave the boat to explore an an area near the face of a glacier by sea kayak. No experience is necessary for this excursion; in the company of experienced guides, paddle up a gentle stream and wander your kayak among floating pieces of glacial ice. This evening, return to the Kenai Riverside Lodge for dinner and overnight. (B, L, D)

Day 6: After breakfast, saddle up and hit the trail for a day of horseback riding. Today's destination is a mountain lake, accessed by riding along a wilderness trail through the Chugach National Forest. The trail to Crescent Lake is a climbing stretch of switchbacks and beautiful scenery, which we'll follow along for approximately 6 miles to the lake. After a picnic lunch and some time to explore the area, we'll meander our way back down the trail. This evening, enjoy a well-earned farewell dinner and final evening at Kenai Riverside Lodge. (B, L, D)

Day 7: After breakfast bid farewell to your home away from home, Kenai Riverside Lodge, and return transfer to Anchorage. Your Trip Leader will drop you off at either the Anchorage Airport or your airport-area hotel at approximately 12:30 p.m. (B)

Note: We do not expect any major changes from this schedule. However, in the spirit of adventure, we allow our itinerary to remain flexible so that we may take advantage of spontaneous events.

Trip Price: Prices are in U.S. dollars, per person, double occupancy, plus tax. For solo occupancy, add 25% to cost of double. Trip cost includes pick-up at Anchorage airport and return transportation to Anchorage via the Alaska Railroad, gear and equipment, meals, lodging, and full guide services during your entire stay. Trip price does not include: Borough tax, fishing licenses, fish shipping, beer, wine, or liquor, or gratuities to staff. Fishing licenses are not included in trip cost.

There is a maximum of only eight guests on this special departure; this trip is intended for guests of average physical condition. Activities are planned to match energy levels. As a general guideline, participants should be able to walk at a steady pace for three or four hours without difficulty. By far the most important qualifications are a positive mental attitude, a spirit of adventure, a sense of humor, and a willingness to try new and different experiences.

Dates		Price
Jul 08 to Jul 14 Aug 19 to Aug 25		Adult $3,595