25 days in Alaska Itinerary

The narrow city of Ketchikan clings to the bluffs that form Revillagigedo Island's southwestern shore.

Explore hidden gems such as Totem Heritage Center and Southeast Alaska Discovery Center. Escape the urban bustle at Snorkel Alaska and Deer Mountain Trail. There's lots more to do: get to know the fascinating history of Creek Street, kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, trek along Ketchikan Rainbird Trail, and stop by The Rain Barrel.

To find reviews, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Ketchikan trip planning site.

Chicago to Ketchikan is an approximately 10-hour combination of flight and ferry. You can also do a combination of train and ferry. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to Alaska Standard Time (AKST), which is usually a -3 hour difference. Traveling from Chicago in June, expect Ketchikan to be a bit cooler, temps between 62°F and 50°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) so you can travel to Sitka.

The City and Borough of Sitka, formerly Novo-Arkhangelsk, or New Archangel under Russian rule, is a unified city-borough located on Baranof Island and the southern half of Chichagof Island in the Alexander Archipelago of the Pacific Ocean (part of the Alaska Panhandle), in the U.S. state of Alaska. On the 10th (Thu), take an in-depth tour of Sitka Centennial Visitors Center, then trek along Herring Cove Trail, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Sitka National Historic Park/Totem Park, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Russian Bishop's House. On the 11th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for all kinds of wild species at Alaska Raptor Center, then look for all kinds of wild species at Starrigavan Recreation Area, and then step into the grandiose world of Baranof Castle State Historical Site.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Sitka sightseeing app.

You can do a combination of ferry and flight from Ketchikan to Sitka in 3.5 hours. Another option is to ride a ferry. In June, daytime highs in Sitka are 59°F, while nighttime lows are 50°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough to travel to Juneau.

Juneau is an unusual state capital in many respects.

Escape the urban bustle at Perseverance National Recreation Trail and Zipline. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Treadwell Historic Mine Trail and Ward Air. There's lots more to do: admire the sheer force of Nugget Falls, trek along Gold Creek Flume Trail, and take an in-depth tour of Last Chance Mining Museum.

To see more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Juneau trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Sitka to Juneau takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. June in Juneau sees daily highs of 63°F and lows of 48°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Tue) so you can travel to Haines.

Sitting on the shores of Alaska's longest fjord and surrounded by mountains, the port city of Haines boasts spectacular scenery.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Wed): contemplate the waterfront views at Chilkat River and then identify plant and animal life at The Kroschel Wildlife Center.

To see ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Haines trip website.

Getting from Juneau to Haines by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: ride a ferry. June in Haines sees daily highs of 63°F and lows of 50°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) to allow enough time to ride a ferry to Skagway.

The Municipality and Borough of Skagway is a first-class borough in Alaska on the Alaska Panhandle. Kick off your visit on the 18th (Fri): contemplate the long history of Arctic Brotherhood Camp No. 1, then pause for some photo ops at Skagway Centenial Statue, and then get engrossed in the history at Skagway Museum and Archives. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 19th (Sat): steep yourself in history at Moore Cabin and then see what you can catch with a fishing tour.

To find photos, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Skagway holiday planner.

You can ride a ferry from Haines to Skagway in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry; or fly. In June in Skagway, expect temperatures between 64°F during the day and 52°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to fly to Anchorage.

Home to nearly half of Alaska's population, the port city of Anchorage covers a staggering area of over 4,900 sq km (1,900 sq mi) surrounded by mountains.

Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center and Alaska Native Heritage Center are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Take a break from the city and head to Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary. There's still lots to do: take a memorable drive along Seward Hwy, get engrossed in the history at Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum, get to know the fascinating history of Point Woronzof, and take in the dramatic natural features at Beluga Point.

To see ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Anchorage road trip planning app.

You can fly from Skagway to Anchorage in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In June in Anchorage, expect temperatures between 66°F during the day and 51°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) to allow time to travel to Valdez.

Valdez, is a city in Valdez-Cordova Census Area in the U.S. state of Alaska. Start off your visit on the 23rd (Wed): explore the activities along Valdez Glacier Lake, explore the stunning scenery at Keystone Canyon, and then take in the dramatic natural features at Worthington Glacier. On the next day, tour the pleasant surroundings at Dock Point Park & Trail and then take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

To find reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Valdez vacation planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Anchorage to Valdez. Expect a daytime high around 66°F in June, and nighttime lows around 48°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Denali National Park and Preserve.

The 2.43 million hectares (6 million acres) of Denali National Park include low taiga forest, high-alpine tundra, and snowcapped mountains, all of which lead up to Mt.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Fri): let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour and then see the world from above with a helicopter tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 26th (Sat): stroll through Mt. Healy Overlook Trail and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Denali.

For where to stay, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Denali National Park and Preserve day trip planning website.

You can do a combination of flight, bus, and train from Valdez to Denali National Park and Preserve in 9 hours. Other options are to fly; or do a combination of flight, bus, and train; or do a combination of ferry and train. June in Denali National Park and Preserve sees daily highs of 68°F and lows of 48°F at night. You'll set off for Homer on the 27th (Sun).

Homer is a city located in Kenai Peninsula Borough in the U.S. state of Alaska. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Pratt Museum and Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center. Step out of the city life by going to Homer Spit and Photography Tours. There's much more to do: take an in-depth tour of Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies, see what you can catch with Brooks Alaskan Adventures, take a peaceful walk through Carl E. Wynn Nature Center, and get a new perspective on things with Inlet Charters Across Alaska Adventures.

To see where to stay and tourist information, use the Homer itinerary planner.

Traveling by combination of train, bus, and flight from Denali National Park and Preserve to Homer takes 9 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, bus, and flight. Traveling from Denali National Park and Preserve in June, you will find days in Homer are slightly colder (62°F), and nights are about the same (48°F). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Thu) so you can travel back home.