Special Olympics 2001 
ALASKA VACATIONS INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Visit the web site for information on the Special Olympics events at http://www.2001worldgames.org
Cheer on the athletes and take time to enjoy winter tours Alaska has to offer:
ONE DAY TOURS FROM ANCHORAGE
Shop Til You Drop! Visit major shopping centers such as the Fifth Ave Mall or Dimond Center, major department stores such as Fred Meyer or Walmart, and authentic Alaskan stores. Half-day Tour (approx 3 hours)
Sights of Anchorage & Shopping See the famous Captain Cook Monument viewpoint, Ship Creek, and other sights. Shopping at the major malls and Alaskan stores included. Half-day Tour (approx 4 hours)
Anchorage City Tour Special Visit the Anchorage Museum of History and Art, the Alaska Native Heritage Center, the Alaska Experience Theater, see the Captain Cook monument view point, Lake Hood, etc. Full-day Tour (approx 6 hours)
Evening Night Life Tour Visit Anchorage's evening hot spots such as the Glacier Brewhouse, Humpy's Great Alaskan Alehouse, Hot Rods, Chilkoot Charlie's, or whatever the crowd is in the mood for. (cover fees, alcohol, & food not included) Approx 4 hours
Turnagain Arm Excursion Travel along Turnagain Arm to visit the Big Game Wildlife Park at Portage to view the moose, caribou, musk ox, bison, elk, and m ore safari style. Stop at Alyeska Ski Resort with an optional tram ride up the mountain and lunch on your own. Continue back to Anchorage where you will be dropped off at your hotel. Approx 4 hours
Helicopter Tour Discover Anchorage's most spectacular scenery. Experience all of the Alaska you imagined - mountains, glaciers and wildlife, just minutes away from Alaska's largest city. 50 minute helicopter tour
Glacier Expedition Tour Helicopter A majestic view of Anchorage and Chugach State Park. Explore the mountain valleys and the Eagle, Eklutna, Whiteout, Lake George, Colony, and Knik Glaciers. Highlight the tour with a landing at Colony Glacier. 2 Hours, Glacier Landing
Alaska's Best Tour on a 1940s DC-3 Go back in time as you explore Alaska on a 1940s plane. View Mt. Mckinley, Prince William Sound, or Harding Ice Field. Complete 1940s beverage service, vintage magazines, and big band music. 90 minutes
FLIGHTSEEING
Depart from Anchorage for Knik Glacier flightseeing. Be sure to watch for wildlife. approx 1 hour flight
Depart Anchorage for flightseeing to majestic Mt. McKinley. approx 2.5 hour flight
SEWARD SIGHTSEEING & WILDLIFE
Day 1 ANCHORAGE - SEWARD You will be picked up at your hotel in Anchorage. Depart Anchorage by bus or van and travel along Turnagain Arm to the port town of Seward. Visit the Alaska Sea Life Center to come face-to-face with Alaska\rquote s exciting marine wildlife and explore their world. The center is committed to preserving the wonders of the ocean kingdom through research, rehabilitation, and education. View the marine birds, Stellar sea lions, fish, and harbor seals. Overnight at Seward
Day 2 SEWARD - ANCHORAGE Depart Seward and head toward Anchorage. Stop at the Big Game Wildlife Park to view the moose, caribou, musk ox, bison, elk, and more safari style. Visit Alyeska Ski Resort with an optional tram ride up the mountain and lunch on your own. Continue to Anchorage where you will be dropped off at your hotel.
Includes: Transportation, Driver/Guide, 1 Accommodation Seward, Alaska Sea Life Center, Big Game Wildlife Park, Alyeska Visit
Not Included: Gratuities or meals
TRAVEL TO TALKEETNA
Day 1 ANCHORAGE - TALKEETNA You will be picked up at your hotel in Anchorage. Travel by bus or van from Anchorage north to Talkeetna. Look for majestic Mt. McKinley. Talkeetna is a historical town which offers unique shopping, flightseeing tours, museum tour, etc. This evening, watch in the sky for the unique Northern Lights displays on clear nights. Overnight at Talkeetna.
Day 2 TALKEETNA -ANCHORAGE Stop at a
sled dog kennel near Willow and meet the husky sled dogs.
Optional sled dog rides. Visit Lake Lucille for lunch on your
own. Return to Anchorage where you will be dropped off at your
hotel. 
Includes: Transportation, Driver/Guide, 1 Accommodation at Talkeetna, Sled Dog Kennel visit
Not Included: Gratuities or meals, Sled Dog Ride
ALYESKA ADVENTURE
Day 1 ANCHORAGE - PORTAGE - ALYESKA You will be picked up in Anchorage at your hotel and travel by bus or van along Turnagain Arm to Portage to visit the Big Game Wildlife Park to view the moose, caribou, musk ox, bison, elk, and more safari style. Travel to the famous ski resort at Mt. Alyeska in Girdwood. Optional activities include downhill, cross-country skiing, snow machine tours, riding up the tram, etc. Overnight in Girdwood at Alyeska Resort
Day 2 ALYESKA - ANCHORAGE Continue enjoying your winter activities, or the warmth inside the resort. Return to Anchorage where you will be dropped off at your hotel.
Includes: Transportation, Driver/Guide, 1 Accommodation at Girdwood, Big Game Wildlife Park
Not Included: Gratuities or meals, Optional Activities
ALASKA WINTER EXCURSION INCLUDING CHENA HOT SPRINGS
Day 1 ANCHORAGE - TALKEETNA You will be picked up in Anchorage and travel by bus or van from Anchorage to Talkeetna. Talkeetna is a historical town which offers unique shopping, flightseeing tours, museum tour, etc. Look for majestic Mt. McKinley. This evening, watch in the sky for the unique Northern Lights displays on clear nights. Overnight at Talkeetna
Day 2 TALKEETNA - FAIRBANKS Continue by bus or van to Fairbanks in the heart of Alaska. Overnight at Fairbanks
Day 3 FAIRBANKS - CHENA HOT SPRINGS You will be driven 60 miles east to Chena Hot Springs Resort. The resort is located on 440 acres or wilderness and surrounded by Chena River State Recreation Area. Enjoy the pools and other activities offered here. This is a great spot to watch for the Northern Lights if you have clear weather. Overnight at Chena Hot Springs
Day 4 CHENA HOT SPRINGS Optional activities include snowmobile tours, cross country skiing, ice skating, horse-drawn carriage rides, massage, etc.Overnight at Chena Hot Springs
Day 5 CHENA HOT SPRINGS - FAIRBANKS Return to Fairbanks. Go on a city tour of the area and visit the superb University of Alaska Fairbanks Natural History Museum. Optional flightseeing tours. Overnight at Fairbanks
Day 6 FAIRBANKS - LAKE LUCILLE Stop at a sled dog kennel near Willow and meet the husky sled dogs. Optional sled dog rides. Overnight at Lake Lucille
Day 7 LAKE LUCILLE - ANCHORAGE Return to Anchorage.
Includes: Transportation, Accommodations, Fairbanks City Tour w/ UAF Museum, Sled Dog Kennel Visit
Not Included: Gratuities or Meals Sled Dog Ride (optional) Optional Activities
Please visit our winter tours page also.
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Alaska Vacations International, Inc.
4707 Spenard Road - Anchorage, AK 99517 - USA
TEL: 1-907-243-2746 - FAX 1-907-243-2670