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Sample Itinerary

Day1 - From Anchorage drive to Denali National Park, stop at Talkeetna

Spend the night in Anchorage and drive out north for the 7 hour drive to Denali.

At 4 hours, stop at small town Talkeetna and do the flight seeing tour of McKinley. Book here.

Continue to Denali for 2.5 hours.

Stay at: Denali River Cabins (5 stars on TripAdvisor $90-$120). Book here.
Eat at: Lunch at Talkeetna Road House, Dinner at Salmon Bake Restaurant in Denali.
Tips: Buy Alaska Coupon Saver and get lot of stuff 2 for 1

Day2 and 3 - Watch wildlife and hike in Denali

Take the early morning shuttle into Denali National Park (cars not allowed in the park)

Do a ranger led discovery hike, watch bears, doll sheep, moose herds and other wild life.

On day 3 : Try white water rafting at Denali Outdoor Center or a strenuous Mount Healy Overlook Hike.

Eat at: Pack lunch sandwiches at Mckinley Creekside cafe
Tips: Sit on the driver side of the shuttle for best views of wild life.

Day4 - Walk on the Matanushka Glacier

Early morning, Drive to 143 miles south west to Matanushka Glacier. See map.

Do a hiking or ice climbing tour with Mica Guides. Its quite a crazy. See what people are saying.

Stay at: Sheep Mountain Lodge (4.5 stars on TripAdvisor, $80-$110). Book here.
Tip: Stop by at highway side "Aurora Borealis" for coffee and cookies

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