30 days in Alaska Itinerary

Step out of Fairbanks with an excursion to Chena Hot Springs Resort in Chena Hot Springs--about 1h 20 min away. Next up on the itinerary: look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, stop by Santa Claus House, learn more about the world around you at University of Alaska Museum of the North, and see the interesting displays at Aurora Ice Museum.

To see more things to do, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Fairbanks trip planner.

Oklahoma City to Fairbanks is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. You can also drive. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to Alaska Standard Time (AKST), which is usually a -3 hour difference. Expect much colder temperatures when traveling from Oklahoma City in November; daily highs in Fairbanks reach 13°F and lows reach -1°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) early enough to travel to Homer.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Sat): learn about winemaking at Bear Creek Winery, get a new perspective on nature at Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center, then grab your bike and head to Homer Spit, and finally surround yourself with nature on J Bear Tours. On the next day, pause for some serene contemplation at Transfiguration of Our Lord Church, cast your line with a fishing tour, admire the masterpieces at Bunnell Street Arts Center, then sample the tasty concoctions at Grace Ridge Brewery, and finally examine the collection at Pratt Museum.

To see ratings, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, read Homer driving holiday app.

You can do a combination of flight and car from Fairbanks to Homer in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Prepare for warmer weather when traveling from Fairbanks in November: high temperatures in Homer hover around 39°F and lows are around 27°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) so you can drive to Seward.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Mon): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get outside with Outdoor Activities, explore the activities along Resurrection Bay, then get advice or help at Seward Community Library & Museum, then get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Alaska SeaLife Center, and finally take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour.

For photos, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Seward trip itinerary tool.

You can drive from Homer to Seward in 4 hours. Another option is to do a combination of ferry and bus. Expect a daytime high around 37°F in November, and nighttime lows around 29°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Whittier.

On the 25th (Wed), tour the pleasant surroundings at Horsetail Falls Trail, then make a trip to Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel, and then tour the old-fashioned way with Phillips Cruises and Tours.

For ratings, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Whittier online tour itinerary planner.

You can drive from Seward to Whittier in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a train. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Seward in November since evenings lows in Whittier dip to 24°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Palmer.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Thu): explore the striking landscape at Bodenburg Butte, then admire the verdant scenery at Hatcher Pass, then admire the majestic nature at Independence Mine State Historical Park, and finally experience rural life at Musk Ox Farm. Here are some ideas for day two: trot along with a tour on horseback, then see Alaska Backcountry Adventure Tours, and then relax in the rural setting at Reindeer Farm.

For other places to visit and tourist information, you can read our Palmer journey planning app.

Traveling by car from Whittier to Palmer takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Whittier in November, with highs in Palmer at 29°F and lows at 17°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Fri) to allow time to drive 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, take an unforgettable tour with Alpine Air Alaska, tour the old-fashioned way with a train tour, and take an in-depth tour of Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Anchorage travel itinerary planner.

You can drive from Palmer to Anchorage in an hour. Other options are to take a shuttle; or take a bus. November in Anchorage sees daily highs of 29°F and lows of 18°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) to allow time to fly to Skagway.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Fri): take in nature's colorful creations at Jewell Gardens, then take an unforgettable tour with TEMSCO Helicopters - Skagway, and then tour in style with Beyond Skagway Tours - Private Tours. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the activities along Pullen Creek Stream Walk, look for gifts at Aurora Jewelers, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Skagway Spirits Distillery, examine the collection at Corrington’s Alaskan Ivory & Museum, then steep yourself in history at Moore Cabin, and finally explore the engaging exhibits at Junior Ranger Activity Center.

To find reviews, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Skagway online road trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Anchorage to Skagway takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Anchorage in December, expect Skagway to be a bit warmer, temps between 33°F and 26°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) to allow time to ride a ferry to Haines.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Sun): identify plant and animal life at Alaska Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, identify plant and animal life at The Kroschel Wildlife Center, and then stop by Alaska Rod's. Keep things going the next day: see the interesting displays at American Bald Eagle Foundation, then capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour, then examine the collection at Hammer Museum, and finally sample the tasty concoctions at Haines Brewing Company.

To find maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Haines trip itinerary maker.

You can ride a ferry from Skagway to Haines in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly. Traveling from Skagway in December, expect a bit cooler with lows of 21°F in Haines. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Mon) to allow time to travel to Juneau.

Spend the 8th (Tue) exploring at Tracy Arm Fjord. And it doesn't end there: hit the slopes at Alaska Powder Descents, contemplate the waterfront views at Inside Passage, enjoy some diversion at Juneau Mercantile and Armory, and get advice or help at Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center.

Plan my day in Juneau using traveler tips and tourist information provided by Inspirock.

Traveling by flight from Haines to Juneau takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. December in Juneau sees daily highs of 34°F and lows of 25°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) early enough to travel to Sitka.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Fri): steep yourself in history at Sitka Lutheran Church, get to know the fascinating history of Sitka National Historic Park/Totem Park, then hike along Herring Cove Trail, then admire nature's wide array of creatures at Fortress of the Bear, and finally sample the tasty concoctions at Baranof Island Brewing Company. On your second day here, get engrossed in the history at Alaska Native Brotherhood Hall, see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour, explore the historical opulence of Baranof Castle State Historical Site, then look for all kinds of wild species at Alaska Raptor Center, and finally engage your brain at Sitka Sound Science Center.

To see maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Sitka tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Juneau to Sitka takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. Traveling from Juneau in December, expect Sitka to be a bit warmer, temps between 42°F and 34°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) early enough to travel to Ketchikan.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Sun): explore the striking landscape at Misty Fjords National Monument, then take an unforgettable tour with Ketchikan Helicopters, then browse the exhibits of Totem Heritage Center, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Creek Street. On the 14th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: examine the collection at Dolly's House Museum, get a new perspective on things with Ketchikan Duck Tour, stroll through Saxman Native Village, then stroll through Totem Bight State Historical Park, and finally take in the waterfront activity at Knudson Cove Marina.

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, go to the Ketchikan day trip site.

Traveling by combination of flight and ferry from Sitka to Ketchikan takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. In December, daily temperatures in Ketchikan can reach 40°F, while at night they dip to 33°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Tue) so you can travel back home.