14 days in Alaska Itinerary

Juneau is an unusual state capital in many respects.

Explore hidden gems such as Mount Roberts Trail and Glacier Smoothie Soaps LLC. Get outdoors at Dolphin & Whale Watching and Perseverance National Recreation Trail. The adventure continues: hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour, meet the residents at DIPAC's Macaulay Salmon Hatchery, take in the dramatic scenery at Nugget Falls, and take in the dramatic natural features at Mendenhall Glacier.

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Tampa to Juneau is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. You'll gain 4 hours traveling from Tampa to Juneau due to the time zone difference. Expect cooler temperatures when traveling from Tampa in August; daily highs in Juneau reach 64°F and lows reach 51°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel 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 19th (Thu): make a trip to Lower Reid Falls, then stroll the grounds of Gold Rush Cemetery, then hike along Yakutania Point, and finally see the world from above with TEMSCO Helicopters - Skagway. Keep things going the next day: take an in-depth tour of Skagway Museum and Archives, then hike along Lower Dewey Lake Hiking Trail, then contemplate the long history of Arctic Brotherhood Camp No. 1, and finally let the river carry you with Skagway Float Tours.

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Getting from Juneau to Skagway by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: ride a ferry. In August in Skagway, expect temperatures between 65°F during the day and 53°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Fri) so you can travel 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.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Sat): see the top attractions with Alpine Air Alaska, take in the awesome beauty at Alyeska Ski Area, and then get interesting insight from Girdwood Mushing Company. On the 22nd (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for all kinds of wild species at Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, take a tour by water with Portage Glacier Cruises, and then hike along Byron Glacier Trail.

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Getting from Skagway to Anchorage by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Anchorage can reach 66°F, while at night they dip to 53°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) early enough to drive to Seward.

For most visitors to this part of the world, the wild part of Alaska starts at Seward, a small port city that takes advantage of the region's natural beauty.

Step off the beaten path and head to Harding Ice Field Trail and Mt. Marathon. Get outdoors at Dolphin & Whale Watching and Bear Glacier. Step out of Seward to go to Kenai Fjords National Park and see Exit Glacier, which is approximately 32 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: explore the striking landscape at Holgate Glacier, trot along with Bardy's Trail Rides - Day Tour, and whizz through the canopy at Stoney Creek Canopy Adventures.

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Getting from Anchorage to Seward by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 62°F, and evening lows to 51°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Homer.

Homer is a city located in Kenai Peninsula Borough in the U.S. Kick off your visit on the 26th (Thu): get a new perspective on nature at Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center, take an unforgettable tour with Alaska Ultimate Safaris, and then stroll around Bishop's Beach Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 27th (Fri): browse the exhibits of Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, then explore the landscape on two wheels at Homer Spit, and finally examine the collection at Pratt Museum.

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You can drive from Seward to Homer in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of bus and flight. In August, daily temperatures in Homer can reach 63°F, while at night they dip to 51°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sat) so you can travel back home.