12 Day Alaska Expedition Off Road Guided Motorcycle Tour in USA and Canada

Overview

Anchorage, Cantwell, Paxson, Chicken, Tok, Copper Center, McCarthy, Valdez, USA; Dawson City, Canada

Highlights

• Starts and ends in Anchorage
• Ride to Anchorage, nestled at the foot of the mighty Chugach Mountains
• Crossing dense forests and following crystal-clear rivers
• Head to Chicken, a small village nestled in the Wrangell Mountains
• Hit the legendary Top of the World Highway, an aptly named trail that connects Alaska to Canada
• Venture to McCarthy, the glaciers of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park,
• 11 nights accommodation

Itinerary

1. Day 1: Anchorage \| Welcome to Alaska!

   Your journey begins in vibrant Anchorage, nestled at the foot of the mighty Chugach Mountains. Soak up the cosmopolitan atmosphere of this city that, while the urban heart of Alaska, is already in constant dialogue with the surrounding wilderness. You will head to your hotel to meet the group and your guide, ready to dive into the adventure.

2. Day 2: Cantwell \| 380 km / 236 miles

   You leave Anchorage, leaving behind the hustle and bustle of the city to head north to conquer Mount Denali, the giant of North America, towering at 6,190 meters above sea level. Crossing dense forests and following crystal-clear rivers, you follow the paths of the first pioneers who dared to challenge these wild and untamed lands.

3. Day 3: Paxson \| 210 km / 130 miles

   Today you tackle the legendary Denali Highway, an incredible 125-mile drive through the raw, pristine wilderness of Alaska. The imposing silhouette of Mount Denali looms behind you as you make your way to Paxson, your haven for the night.

4. Day 4: Chicken \| 300 km / 186 miles

   Head to Chicken, a small village nestled in the Wrangell Mountains. Founded in 1896 during the feverish Klondike Gold Rush, this hamlet, despite its picturesque name, was a crucial place in the history of gold prospecting in Alaska.

5. Day 5: Dawson City, Canada \| 180 km / 112 miles

   This morning, you hit the legendary Top of the World Highway, an aptly named trail that connects Alaska to Canada. As you enter Klondike territory, the epic gold rush comes alive in Dawson City. Founded in 1896, this city seems frozen in time.

6. Day 6: Break in Dawson City \| 240 km / 149 miles

   Take this day to discover the timeless charm of Dawson City or explore the wild Tombstone Valley.

7. Day 7: Tok \| 300 km / 186 miles

   The Wrangell Mountains greet you again as you resume your drive to Tok. The trails, marked by the vagaries of the permafrost, trace your winding route to southern Alaska.

8. Day 8: Copper Center \| 260 km / 162 miles

   You continue your descent towards the south of Alaska, crossing endless expanses where glaciers, dense forests, and shimmering lakes accompany your route.

9. Day 9: McCarthy \| 180 km / 112 miles

   Today you venture to McCarthy, founded in 1906. A long trail leads you to this timeless place, surrounded by the glaciers of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, the largest in the United States.

10. Day 10: Valdez \| 280 km / 174 miles

    The majestic Chugach Mountains and the calming waters of the Gulf of Alaska greet you in Valdez. Along the way, you pass the spectacular Worthington Glacier, whose peaks soar to over 6,500 feet.

11. Day 11: Anchorage \| 100 km / 62 miles

    Early in the morning, you board the ferry to Whittier. This crossing, much more than a simple journey, will allow you to truly appreciate the magnitude of the landscapes you have explored. Once at the dock, you take the road back to Anchorage, where this epic journey began. Return of the motorcycles upon arrival in Anchorage, then transfer to the hotel for a final night in Alaska.

12. Day 12: Anchorage / Departure

    Depending on your return flight, enjoy a little more time in Anchorage. After this memorable adventure, it's time to go home!

Ride Details

Terrain

off road

Bike

included F850 ​GS or rental bike R1250GS

Mileage

2,430 kilometers / 1,510 miles

Accommodation

You will be staying in either hotel or cabin for 11 nights. Please note that the first hotel may change depending on availability.

Getting There

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