My Trip On The Alaska Train

You may be afraid to ride a train through an area full of snow, ice and cliffs … but it is certainly a wonderful experience and one that you must do at least once in your life! Taking a train ride in Alaska is truly fascinating, unique and amazing. There are no adjectives that can qualify it! You have to experience it yourself!

Destination: the Arctic Circle

Alaska is characterized as one of the coldest and most isolated regions in the world. Located in the northwest of America and separated from Russia by the Bering Strait, it has landscapes that will take your breath away. It’s such a beautiful place that you won’t mind freezing temperatures!

If you like train travel you cannot stop doing this route from May to September (in the other months the amount of ice does not allow circulation in the area). The highlights of the trip are:

• Anchorage, the largest city in Alaska
• Talkeetna
• Seward
• Denali National Park
• Fairbanks, from where you can admire beautiful northern lights
• Mount McKinley, with its 6194 meters high
• Arctic Circle

Alaska train service is daily and has… panoramic domes! Yes, the roof is transparent so you don’t miss a thing. The 10 wagons are of a unique luxury and you can choose from various branches to different parts of the country and even connect with the Princess cruise from the most important port.

This means of transport takes you through one of the most lonely, beautiful and frozen areas! of the world. Its good performance despite bad weather conditions is striking. The roads are also used to move merchandise and people between the different towns, therefore it is of great importance also for the residents.

Train in Alaska, the most popular route

If you want to go through the most beautiful landscapes (bring several memories for your camera because you will need them) and historical sites of Alaska,  opt for the White Pass & Yukon Route Railway tour. There is no doubt that this is the most beautiful excursion you can do by train.

This route was built at the end of the 19th century and is related to the so-called “gold rush”, as well as being a civil engineering work that is worth knowing. You will pass dark tunnels, high bridges and curves that are not suitable for the skittish. You will not believe that much of the infrastructure is more than 100 years old because everything is perfectly maintained.

You can also admire incredible landscapes such as glaciers, waterfalls, gorges and many mountains with snow on top.

Alaska train trips depart from different stations : Skagway, Fraser, British Columbia, Carcross, Yukon, or Whitehourse.

Another of the most recommended itineraries to do with the train is the White Pass Summit Excursion that lasts 3 hours and departs from Skagway. Although it is more than likely that it will be difficult for you to choose just one trip. Take advantage of doing several in your stay!

Denali National Park, undisputed stop

Beyond all the landscapes that will dazzle you on your train trip through Alaska, there is a place that you cannot miss. Denali National Park has, for example, the most remote campground you can imagine. It is surrounded by Wonder Lake (yes, wonder) and can be visited until September 15 every year. Endure the cold to be able to enjoy a beautiful Northern Lights during the early morning!

Touring Alaska by train is one of the most exciting adventures that a traveler avid for unforgettable experiences can enjoy. You are one of them? Then sign up for a railroad tour of this frozen and beautiful region. You will not regret!