If you are one who is less interested in cruising in Alaska and want to see more on land, a great option is Holland Americas Klondike and Yukon Explorer Cruisetour. The cruise is usually three or four days long followed by 9 to 11 days of land touring. Typically on the northbound itinerary, you would depart Vancouver and cruise the inside passage stopping a Juneau, cruising through Glacier Bay and then ending in Skagway. From there you would travel by train over the scenic and historic White Pass following the trail of the Gold Miners. You will visit Kluane National Park, Whitehorse, Dawson City, Eagle and Tok. You will view the Trans Alaska pipeline and come down into Fairbanks from the north. There you can enjoy a trip down the Chena River on the Riverboat Discovery to get a flavor of the mining and transportation history of the area. From Fairbanks you will travel to Denali National Park and spend two days. A deep tundra wildlife tour 53 miles into the park will give you opportunity to view the wildlife and incredible beauty of this national treasure. Depending on the tour you choose, you may have the opportunity to visit Talkeetna, one of the greatest places to view Mt McKinley when it is visible. This quaint little village affords you the chance to do a flightseeing tour to McKinley. I can assure you that this will be the experience of a lifetime. From there, you will end your cruisetour in Anchorage with an opportunity to visit the Native Heritage Cultural Center and shop along Fourth Street. You will return home from Anchorage having seen some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. It is the adventure of a lifetime. For more information, visit http://www.alaskacruisesandlandtours.com/default.asp?sid=10093&pid=13179
