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Alaska Railroad Princess Midnight Sun Dome Car

Step aboard Princess Rail, a double-decker car with 360-degree dome views, a dining area, and large open-air platforms. Princess offers some unique options—departures originating in Anchorage or Fairbanks and staying one or two nights at either Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge, Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge, or both! And though many passengers are part of a cruise-tour, there are also plenty of seats for independent travelers.

You’ll be moving through the Alaskan countryside on large domed train cars. Seating on board is in tables of four, allowing for a social setting among the spectacular views. As you take in the 360-degree view, share the experience with your family, or meet new friends as you chug your way north from Anchorage or south from Fairbanks. Listen to the interesting commentary provided by your onboard hosts. Then step outside to take in some Alaskan fresh air. The large outdoor viewing platforms allow for many people to be outside at once and reduce crowding.

Check out the GPS system that maps your precise spot and offers historical facts about your current location. You'll travel past raging rivers, the towering peaks of the Alaska Range, the bridge spanning Hurricane Gulch, and endless forests.

When you get hungry, go downstairs to the dining room. Look out the five-foot picture windows as you sit down to delicious cuisine. Or settle in and get comfortable, there's also tableside service.

Combine your train ride with a stay at one of Princess’s luxurious lodges: the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge, near the entrance to Denali National Park, or the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge, with amazing view of Mt. McKinley. All summer, Princess offers a variety of packages leaving every day from Anchorage and Fairbanks. You’ll be whisked from train to hotel and checked in aboard the shuttle. Then spend one or more days enjoying luxurious accommodations with plenty of outdoor-excursion options.


 
 
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  • Large outdoor viewing platforms
  • Full 360-degree view
  • Onboard rail guides
  • GPS-guided narration system
  • Casual dining room or tableside service
  • ADA compliant with lifts and wheelchair accessible restrooms and dining rooms
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2012 Times & Prices
 
Denali Star Train Schedule
Dates Northbound Schedule Southbound Schedule
05/18 - 09/14 8:15am - Depart Anchorage 8:15am - Depart Fairbanks
11:20am - Depart Talkeetna 12:25pm - Depart Denali Park
3:55pm - Depart Denali Park 4:55pm - Depart Talkeetna
8:00pm - Arrive Fairbanks 8:00pm - Arrive Anchorage
 
See Princess Lodges website for fare information.
 
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What To Bring
  • Camera
  • Layered clothes
  • A sense of adventure
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Payment Policy
  • Final payment is due at time of booking.
  • Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover are accepted.
  Cancellation Policy
  • A full refund will be made if the cancellation is received at least 3 days prior to departure date. If the reservation is cancelled less than 3 days prior to departure date, 50% of final payment is forfeited. No show cancellations will forfeit 100% of final payment.
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Mailing Address
Princess Lodges
800 5th Avenue, Suite 2600
Seattle, WA 98104
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