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Hike Alaska: Valdez and Wrangell St Elias

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7 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
12 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Challenging
Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.
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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. Elias National Park.

Camp under the stars

Itinerary

Craving a deeper connection with Alaska’s untamed beauty? The "Hike Alaska: Valdez and Wrangell St Elias" trip is a seven-day, challenging adventure designed for young adults and seasoned travelers who thrive on active exploration. Trek across glacier fields, navigate rugged wilderness, and visit hauntingly beautiful abandoned mining towns. With each step, you’ll discover the raw grandeur of the "Land of the Midnight Sun," from towering peaks to serene valleys. Featuring a variety of hikes and the guidance of expert leaders, this tour’s USP is its immersive approach—offering rare access to Alaska’s wild places and the exhilaration of true adventure in America’s final frontier.

day 1Anchorage/Valdez

After a brief welcome meeting with your CEO, travel to the Matanuska Recreation Site where you will be able to view the glacier along the interpretive nature trail. After lunch the group will continue travelling onward to Valdez where you will have the opportunity to walk and visit the Worthington Glacier. In the evening, have dinner as a group.

Meal
Dinner
Accomodation
Valdez KOA Journey (or similar)
Transport
Private Vehicle Duration : 2.0 hr Distance : 154 km, Private Vehicle Duration : 3.75 hr - 4.0 hr Distance : 329 km
Included Activities
Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr, Matanuska Glacier Recreation Site, Worthington Glacier Visit Duration : 0.5 hr - 2.0 hr Distance : 1 km

day 2Valdez

day 3Valdez/McCarthy

day 4McCarthy

day 5McCarthy

day 6McCarthy/Glennallen

day 7Glennallen/Anchorage

What's Included

Accommodation
Participation camping (5nts), Shared rustic lodge split by gender (1nt).
Meals
5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
Note: Allow USD140-185 for meals not included.
Transport
Private vehicle and hiking.
Guide
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Included activities
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupVisit to Matanuska Recreation SiteWorthington Glacier hikeGlacier Lake guided hiking and kayaking tripStop at Liberty Falls Recreation SiteWrangell-StElias National Park visitBonanza Mine trail hikeFree time in McCarthy for optional activitiesCopper Visitor Center tripNational Park entrance feesAll transport between destination and to/from included activities

What's Excluded

Customer Reviews

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Maham KVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

This was my first trip to Alaska and my first G Adventures tour, and it couldn’t have been better. The Hiking Valdez itinerary was incredible — from the scenery to the activities, every moment was memorable. The experience exceeded my expectations and made this trip truly unforgettable. I’m already looking forward to traveling with G Adventures again!

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Holly CVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

This trip is awesome. Myles is awesome. The itinerary and all activities were awesome.

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DavidVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

A really lovely trip. It is not just the places you visit but the people you visit them with and the experiences you share as a group. G adventures delivers first time all the time.

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JaimeVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

This was the best experience!! Hikes and activities that challenged me and taught me a bit about what I?m capable of doing. Matthew is the best CEO and makes sure everyone is included and having the best time possible!!

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StephanieVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

I had a really great time in Alaska and would do it again! The tour was fun, our CEO Charlie was great and it was a fun time throughout the whole week! Kayaking in Valdez was fun and what really blew my mind was Wrangell St. Elias NP, such a beautiful and pristine landscape!

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