February 28, 2008 · Anchorage
Upon arrival in Anchorage, transfer to your hotel for your three-night stay. Located in the heart of downtown's exciting business and visitors’ district, your hotel offers an unsurpassed location for your Alaskan adventure. After settling in, the remainder of the day is yours to explore one of the Fur Rendezvous festival events and Alaska’s largest city.
February 29, 2008 · Anchorage-Seward-Anchorage
Travel the scenic Seward Highway, a National Scenic Byway, to the quaint town of Seward. Enjoy a 2 ½ hour cruise of Resurrection Bay and visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Have your camera ready on board the cruise to photograph the spectacular scenery, while watching for whales, puffins, otters, sea lions, and more. Learn more about Alaska’s magnificent wildlife at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Return to Anchorage this evening in time to experience the local nightlife.
March 1, 2008 · Anchorage – Ceremonial Start of Iditarod
Gather in downtown Anchorage this morning for the start of “the last great race on earth”! This unique dog sled race has mushers and their dog teams traveling over 1150 miles of the roughest, most beautiful and rugged terrain Mother Nature has to offer. Or choose to be an “Idita-rider” and bid for the opportunity to ride in the sled with the mushers (visit www.iditarod.com for more information)! After watching the start of the race, enjoy local shopping and activities. Pick up your rental car in downtown Anchorage this evening.
March 2, 2008 · Anchorage – Tour of Anchorage
After inspiration from the Iditarod athletes, today you may opt to participate in a race of your own! The Tour of Anchorage (www.tourofanchorage.com) is a cross-country ski marathon encompassing four races: a 25k classical race and three freestyle races (25k, 40k, and 50k). Or simply cheer on this event as skiers glide through the city of Anchorage!
Note: Program may also be customized to accommodate early/later start dates. Pre/post night add-ons are available.
