Valdez Small Group Tours &amp; Trips

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Alaska, Anchorage, Chugach Mountains, Denali, Denali National Park, Kenai Fjords National Park, Seward, Valdez, Wrangell

Highlights

Exploration of Alaska's dramatic wilderness
Sea kayak to giant glaciers and explore alpine tundra
Wildlife spotting; from grizzly bears to whales

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"The trip itinerary was well thought through with the right balance of challenging walks, rest time, cultural activities and time to socialise. Joao, our guide, was exceptional. He really took on board any feedback and made sure we had the best time. The scenery in Madeira surpassed my expectations. I would recommend this trip to anyone wanting an active weeks’ holiday."

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Ultimate Active Alaska

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4.8/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.

Lodging level

Camping

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Alaska, Anchorage, Denali, Denali National Park, Seward, Valdez, Wrangell

Highlights

Marvel at the scenery and hike in denali national park
See dramatic views of a glacier on the byron creek trail
Hike along the worthington glacier
Grab your paddle on a kayaking excursion on glacier lake
Explore wrangell-st

Themes

High Adventure, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"We spent two wonderful weeks touring several of the best destinations in Portugal & Spain with a group of 16 people. Our guide (Fredy) was from Spain and intimately familiar with the region, including its rich history, attractions, and food/beverages. The tour was well-paced using a combinations of private vehicles (small buses and cabs), trains, and an airplane ride as well as a fair amount of walking to get around these two beautiful countries. We extended our stay in Lisbon to see more attractions and took a side trip to Fatima, Obidos, and Nazare that was also excellent. Would have liked to have a bit more time in a couple of the cities, but we'll just have to plan another trip!"

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Hike Alaska: Valdez and Wrangell St Elias

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4.8/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.

Lodging level

Camping

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Alaska, Anchorage, Valdez, Wrangell

Highlights

Hike along the worthington glacier
Fall in love with the scenery in valdez
Get on the water with a guided kayaking excursion on glacier lake
Explore at leisure in mccarthy
Walk the bonanza mine trail in wrangell-st

Themes

High Adventure, Trekking & Expeditions

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7 days From$1,954

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Spectacular Alaska!

By Globus

none

4.7/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Alaska, Albuquerque, Anchorage, Denali National Park, Fairbanks, Kenai Fjords National Park, Santa Fe, Seward, Valdez

Highlights

Valdez: Special presentation by a local fishing expert; cruise Prince William Sound
Delta junction : Visit the living history homestead
Fairbanks: Pan for gold at Gold Dredge #8; cruise aboard sternwheeler riverboat Discovery; enjoy an Alaska salmon bake
Fairbanks–denali: Journey aboard the Alaska Railroad in Deluxe Dome Service
Denali national park: Dinner and exclusive presentation at the Murie Science & Learning Center by a local Naturalist; guided wilderness expedition

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"This tour has amazing sites, good hotels in great locations, great pace BUT the tour director that was assigned to be with our small group added nothing to the experience. He did not give us any info, tell us about what we were seeing, give us any info at all. The only time he talked was to tell us when the next bathroom break would be. Apparently this is common for Globus to use retirees starting another chapter. Our guide was 76 and had no energy. Travel with Gate 1 or Intreped.... guides can make or break a tour."

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10 days From$4,779

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Ultimate Alaska & the Yukon

By Globus

none

4.7/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Alaska, Anchorage, Denali National Park, Fairbanks, Seward, Valdez, Whitehorse, Yukon

Highlights

Wasilla : Visit Iditarod Headquarters
Talkeetna–denali : Journey aboard the Alaska Railroad in Deluxe Dome Service
Denali national park : Dinner at the Murie Science & Learining Center and an exclusive presentation by a local Naturalist; guided wilderness tour, lunch and tasting at the 49th State Brewery
Fairbanks : Sightseeing; cruise aboard the sternwheeler Discovery; visit the University of Alaska-Fairbanks Museum and the Trans-Alaska Oil Pipeline
Dawson city : Visit Diamond Tooth Gertie’s, Claim #1, and the Robert Service Interpretive Center

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

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11 Day Alaska's Natural Beauty

By Gate 1 Travel

none

3.7/5 Great

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Alaska, Denali, Denali National Park, Fairbanks, Valdez

Highlights

Our most complete tour of Alaska featuring its most popular attractions, ample wildlife viewing opportunities and rarely visited sites including remote, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. This tour is designed for guests who want to spend part of their time far from the crowds in a small-group setting. Visit Gold Daughters, to learn about the gold rush in Fairbanks Dinner at a local musher's who enlightens you about the legendary Iditarod race Travel in deluxe Dome Rail to Denali National Park Enjoy a breathtakingly beautiful day in Denali National Park on the Tundra Wilderness Tour Visit the Kennecott Mines abandoned copper mining camp named a National Historic Landmark Cruise on majestic Prince William Sound, boasting the densest concentration of tidewater glaciers in the world The spectacular Wrangell-St. Elias National Park will take your breath away Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to view some of Alaska's famous wildlife up-close! Ascend 2,300 feet by tram to the peak of Mt. Alyeska for stunning panoramic views

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"We have loved Gate 1 and always sing their praises. We've been on 7 tours with another one booked for fall. We were supposed to leave for Ecuador this week, however the country is in a 60 day state of emergency with the escape of 2 infamous gang members. Tourists are advised to stay indoors and there is a daily curfew from 11pm-5am. (our flight was to land at 11:15pm). Our trip included stays in 2 of the main cities of unrest. There have been shootings, car bombings, hostage taking, closing of embassies, and other countries issuing do not travel warnings. Other tour companies have cancelled tours or offered refunds or rescheduling. Travel insurance does not cover wars or civil unrest, but we are clearly afraid to go there. Both we and our travel agent have reached out multiple times with our concerns and asked if we could reschedule or get some sort of credit. We continue to get the same reply either in person or via email...Gate 1 has your safety as our highest priority and we feel you are safe ("they are not targeting tourists") and your itinerary should not be impacted. What? Their highest priority is $ and not our safety. There is no way that's the tour we anticipated. We cancelled the trip and took a 90% penalty, loss of deposit, and $276 airline penalty. It's a LOT of money, but we would have been terrified, and it's not worth getting hurt or worse. Sorry, but it's not the company I want to do business with in the future."

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11 days From$6,769

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Alaska Salmon Run Adventure 20 Days ACHA20

By Bindlestiff Tours

none

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Camping

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Alaska, Anchorage, Denali, Denali National Park, Seward, Valdez, Wrangell

Highlights

Denali National Park wildlife buses to Toklat River and Eielsen Visitor Center (2 days)
Maclaren Lodge/Wilderness Glacier camp
Boat and canoe trips Maclaren River
Hiking in Denali NP, Wrangell/St. Elias NP, Seward and Valdez
Full Day Kenai Fjords National Park wildlife cruise and calving glacier – Resurrection Bay Tour

Themes

Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Wonderful 7 days southwest camping trip, very well organised. Awesome tour guide, going beyond his duties to get everybody happy. Highly recommended."

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20 days From$4,195

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Alaska Denali Expedition 12 Days ACHD12

By Bindlestiff Tours

none

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Camping

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Anchorage, Denali, Denali National Park, Valdez, Wrangell

Highlights

Denali National Park wildlife buses to Toklat River and Eielsen Visitor Center (2 days)
Maclaren Lodge/Wilderness Glacier camp
Boat and canoe trips Maclaren River
Hikes in Denali NP, Wrangell/St. Elias NP and Valdez
Pre-departure meeting to welcome and provide you with a good understanding of the trip ahead

Themes

Birding, Education / Learning, Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Trekking & Expeditions, Photography

What travelers are saying

"Wonderful 7 days southwest camping trip, very well organised. Awesome tour guide, going beyond his duties to get everybody happy. Highly recommended."

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12 days From$2,495

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Outdoor Alaska

By Explore!

premier

4/5 Great

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Alaska, Anchorage, Chugach Mountains, Denali, Denali National Park, Kenai Fjords National Park, Seward, Valdez, Wrangell

Highlights

Exploration of Alaska's dramatic wilderness
Sea kayak to giant glaciers and explore alpine tundra
Wildlife spotting; from grizzly bears to whales

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

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Ultimate Active Alaska

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.

Lodging level

Camping

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Alaska, Anchorage, Denali, Denali National Park, Seward, Valdez, Wrangell

Highlights

Marvel at the scenery and hike in denali national park
See dramatic views of a glacier on the byron creek trail
Hike along the worthington glacier
Grab your paddle on a kayaking excursion on glacier lake
Explore wrangell-st

Themes

High Adventure, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

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Hike Alaska: Valdez and Wrangell St Elias

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.

Lodging level

Camping

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Alaska, Anchorage, Valdez, Wrangell

Highlights

Hike along the worthington glacier
Fall in love with the scenery in valdez
Get on the water with a guided kayaking excursion on glacier lake
Explore at leisure in mccarthy
Walk the bonanza mine trail in wrangell-st

Themes

High Adventure, Trekking & Expeditions

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Gail

Jul 2023

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Outdoor Alaska

Seeing the wonderful scenery of Alaska, particularly the Wrangell and St Elias National Park.

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Jul 2023

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Outdoor Alaska

Really liked our guide Ken, He was full of knowledge, friendly and helpful. The highlight of our trip was either seeing three types of whales or walking a glacier. B...

Wendy

Aug 2022

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Outdoor Alaska

Too much time spent in the minibus getting from A to B, however, I don't know how you mitigate this as the distances are so large. Very disappointed in the wildlife...

Jean

Jul 2022

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Outdoor Alaska

Kennicott and Seward plus Denali, for the variety of experiences.