20 days in Alaska Itinerary

Start off your visit on the 10th (Tue): see the interesting displays at Dolly's House Museum, take an unforgettable tour with Ketchikan Helicopters, then go sightseeing with Ketchikan Duck Tour, then admire the majestic nature at Totem Bight State Historical Park, and finally walk around Saxman Native Village. On the next day, take in the dramatic natural features at Misty Fjords National Monument, get engrossed in the history at Totem Heritage Center, and then get to know the fascinating history of Creek Street.

For traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, read Ketchikan travel route planner.

Manama, Bahrain to Ketchikan is an approximately 29-hour combination of flight and ferry. Traveling from Manama to Ketchikan, you'll gain 12 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Manama in November, expect Ketchikan to be colder, temps between 7°C and 2°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to travel to Sitka.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Thu): pause for some serene contemplation at Sitka Lutheran Church, get to know the fascinating history of Sitka National Historic Park/Totem Park, then look for all kinds of wild species at Alaska Raptor Center, and finally engage your brain at Sitka Sound Science Center. On the 13th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Fortress of the Bear, and then get engrossed in the history at Alaska Native Brotherhood Hall.

To see more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Sitka route planner.

You can do a combination of ferry and flight from Ketchikan to Sitka in 3.5 hours. Another option is to ride a ferry. Expect a daytime high around 7°C in November, and nighttime lows around 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to Juneau.

Spend the 16th (Mon) exploring at Tracy Arm Fjord. And it doesn't end there: fly down the slopes at Alaska Powder Descents, take in the dramatic natural features at Inside Passage, admire the natural beauty at Glacier Gardens Rainforest Adventure, and get all the information you need at Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center.

To find ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Juneau trip planning website.

Fly from Sitka to Juneau in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. Traveling from Sitka in November, expect Juneau to be little chillier, temps between 3°C and -2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Mon) so you can travel to Haines.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Tue): see the interesting displays at American Bald Eagle Foundation, look for all kinds of wild species at The Kroschel Wildlife Center, then get engrossed in the history at Jilkaat Kwaan Heritage Center, and finally sample the fine beverages at Skagway Spirits Distillery. Keep things going the next day: see the interesting displays at Hammer Museum, identify plant and animal life at Alaska Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, and then sample the tasty concoctions at Haines Brewing Company.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Haines trip planning app.

Getting from Juneau to Haines by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: ride a ferry. In November, daily temperatures in Haines can reach 1°C, while at night they dip to -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) early enough to fly to Anchorage.

Anchorage is known for wildlife, historic sites, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: appreciate the extensive heritage of Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, look for all kinds of wild species at Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary, hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour, and take an in-depth tour of The Roundhouse at Alyeska.

For reviews, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Anchorage road trip tool.

You can fly from Haines to Anchorage in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of ferry and car. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Haines in November, with highs in Anchorage at -1°C and lows at -9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Fairbanks.

Take a break from Fairbanks with a short trip to Chena Hot Springs Resort in Chena Hot Springs, about 1h 20 min away. There's much more to do: surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, shop like a local with Santa Claus House, see the interesting displays at Aurora Ice Museum, and get in on the family fun at Pioneer Park.

For ratings, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Fairbanks day trip site.

Traveling by flight from Anchorage to Fairbanks takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Anchorage in November: high temperatures in Fairbanks hover around -12°C and lows are around -21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) to allow time to fly back home.