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Alaska's Kenai Multi-Adventure Tour - For Families with Adult Kids 20s & Beyond
National Park Grandeur - Wildlife, Mountains & Glaciers
One or more kids 20+ required (siblings 17+ ok)
Family — 20s & Beyond
6 days 5 nights
Activity Level: 1-3
Casual Hotels
From: $4,099 - $4,449 pp dbl occ
($800 for sgl occ) plus 6% tax
Alaska was made for family multi-adventures. Kayak along the coast amid volcanoes and glaciers. Hike next to an ice field for the experience of a lifetime. Bike on one of the region's few roads. Cruise Prince William Sound and search for glaciers and perhaps humpback whales. Move through the landscape quietly and "local families" may show their faces: eagles, moose, sea otters or bears!
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Alaska Kenai Peninsula Family Multi-Adventure Tour
Alaska
Start/End Anchorage
Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Highlights
- Hike the Harding Icefield Trail, a spectacular route alongside Exit Glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park
- Discover the charms and shops of Homer, one of Alaska's most beautiful seaside towns
- Witness jaw-dropping views of Cook Inlet, the volcanoes of the Alaska Range and the tidewater glaciers of Prince William Sound
- Kayak around Yukon Island, keeping your eyes peeled for marine wildlife, including harbor seals and sea otters
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Itinerary
Accommodations may vary based on departure date.
6 Days Casual Hotels
Accommodations may vary based on departure.
Day 1
Description
Welcome to Alaska! Kick off the trip cycling along on the gently rolling Tony Knowles Coastal Trail | Enjoy stunning views of Cook Inlet and the Alaska Range | Behold the dramatic scenery as we cycle from Earthquake Park to Kincaid Park | Arrive at our lakeside retreat and gaze at floatplanes that land and take off with the majestic Chugach Mountains in the background | Raise a toast to the beginning of our Alaskan adventure.
Accommodations
The Lakefront Anchorage
Anchorage
| Casual Hotel This ideally situated retreat sits on the shore of Lake Spenard— from the hotel's private dock, gaze at floatplanes landing with the majestic Chugach Mountains in the background.
Days 2-3
Description
One of Alaska's most famous waterways and a vast unspoiled wilderness, Prince William Sound, sets the stage for an amazing glacier cruise | Amid a stunning mountain backdrop, glide past towering tidewater glaciers and walk along a rocky shoreline | Journey south to the Kenai Peninsula, a wonderland of rugged mountains, glaciers, fjords and lakes | The Chugach Mountains provide a dramatic backdrop on the way to Kenai Fjords National Park | Hike along the Harding Icefield Trail to witness up close how glaciers reshape the land | Get your camera ready! Unrivaled vistas of Harding Icefield, Exit Glacier and the Resurrection River Valley await | Keep an eye out for mountain goats, moose and marmots!
Accommodations
Seward Windsong Lodge
Seward
| Casual Hotel An Alaskan wilderness retreat with contemporary finishes nestled in the woods of the striking Resurrection River Valley.
Days 4-6
Description
Travel to Homer and pedal along a route with views of Cook Inlet, the Alaska Range and Grewingk Glacier, then bike along Homer Spit, a narrow finger of land in picturesque Kachemak Bay | Enjoy the frequent appearances of harbor seals and sea lions outside our waterfront hotel | Kayak around Yukon Island, watching for bald eagles, porpoises and sea otters | Explore a local homestead, complete with animals, herbs, art and views of Kachemak Bay.
Accommodations
Land's End Resort
Homer
| Casual Hotel Commune with eagles, otters and seals where land meets sea on Kachemak Bay.
Dates & Prices
The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy.
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July 2023
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Activity Level: 1-3
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. Several routes and a range of levels are offered each day so you can choose how much or how little activity you want to do. Learn more about how we determine activity levels.
Route notes
The biking terrain on this trip ranges from level to rolling with a few steep longer climbs and descents. There are limited roads in Alaska and we have found the best available bike routes. The hike to Harding Icefield is very rigorous due to its steep rocky terrain and the possibility of encountering snow. Unpredictable mountain weather can make hiking and biking conditions more challenging.
Backroads is an Authorized Permittee of the National Park Service.
Daily Route Options
What's Included
Available Bike Options
The key to a stellar day's ride is a bike that's perfectly in tune with your cycling style… Backroads has you covered with the best bike fleet in the world! Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
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Backroads Touring Bike
Touring Bike
Included in your trip price
A proven classic, this custom-designed titanium bike is suited for a wide range of cyclists. It features a comfortable ergonomic seat and a long wheel base that add to the bike’s control and stability.
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Electric-Assist Bike
Included in your trip price
Keep pace or zip ahead, pedaling with an electric boost. This bike provides plenty of power to flatten the hills and more than enough battery range to cover the distance.
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Also Included
- All breakfasts, 6 lunches, 4 dinners
- Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
- Snacks and beverages between meals
- Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
- Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
- Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information
- Private guided tours at museums, historic sites, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the Travel Planner
- All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
- Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
- On biking and multi-adventure trips, use of fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
- Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
- Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
- Park and other entry fees
- Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the Travel Planner
- Select coach transfers
- Baggage transfers and porterage
Straight talk
We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Accommodations & Service Standards
Alaska is a land of rustic and rugged beauty, and while Backroads has selected the best properties in the places we visit, simplicity and comfort outweigh elegance and luxury in this great state. Generally speaking, service in Alaska can seem slow and casual when compared with the high standards of service found on other Backroads trips. Patience, a sense of humor and appreciation for the cultural differences that abound in this population-sparse setting will help you make the most of your experience.
We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Accommodations & Service Standards
Alaska is a land of rustic and rugged beauty, and while Backroads has selected the best properties in the places we visit, simplicity and comfort outweigh elegance and luxury in this great state. Generally speaking, service in Alaska can seem slow and casual when compared with the high standards of service found on other Backroads trips. Patience, a sense of humor and appreciation for the cultural differences that abound in this population-sparse setting will help you make the most of your experience.
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