Second to the mountains of Alaska … The railroad !

Folks go to Alaska for so many reasons !  And if not for one reason … Many !

It’s history … It’s connection to the Russia and the US.  Alaska seafood !  It’s Glaciers and Fjords.  To see Glacier Bay.  Visit Denali National Park.  The wildlife !

And the railroads !   The Alaska Railroad … It’s a luxurious way to soak up Alaska’s scenery !

Glaciers … Mountains … Wildlife … You’ll be able to sit back and relax, while enjoying your spacious, comfortable seats and enjoy an ever-changing panorama of glaciers, mountains, and occasional wildlife through giant picture windows and dome cars.

The train often travels through valleys not accessible by road !  There’s 470 miles of track that’s runs from Seward (Kenai Peninsula) to Anchorage, Talkeetna, Denali National Park and on onto Fairbanks.  The Alaska Railroad operates daily departures, from mid-May to mid-September.

I’ve been to Alaska 13 times, yet only on certain sections of the railroad only 3-4 times.  I can’t wait to visit again, Denali to Anchorage.  And I can take their Coastal Tour, Anchorage to Seward (or vice versa) every time I go !  You can include this with any cruise sailing to or from Seward (even if you are not taking an inner land package !

Though riding in a rail car itself is my main reason for traveling by rail, the views are astonishing.  I love mountains, especially snow-capped mountains !

And the picture taking is endless.  So be sure your camera is ready. 

Another tip for your cruise, especially if not taking in the inner land of Alaska (such as Denali) … Consider taking the White Pass Railroad in Skagway !  Choose the morning option, going north to Canada. And consider including a motorcoach tour, after the rail ride !  More mountains, more scenery.  Possibly more wildlife !

If you love riding a train, then visiting Alaska, and experiencing the Alaska Railroad and it’s spectacular views, should be on your TOP must do’s !  It’s an experience the whole family will love !  With life long unforgettable memories you’ll talk about for years to come !