18 days in Alaska Itinerary

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

Step off the beaten path and head to Totem Heritage Center and Southeast Alaska Discovery Center. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Totem Bight State Historical Park and Caribou Creek Company. Next up on the itinerary: see the world from above with Misty Fjords Air & Outfitting, Inc. and look for all kinds of wild species at Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary.

To see maps, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Ketchikan trip itinerary website.

Jerusalem, Israel to Ketchikan is an approximately 24-hour flight. The time zone changes from Israel Standard Time to Alaska Standard Time, which is usually a -11 hour difference. In July, daytime highs in Ketchikan are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Thu) to allow time for 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. On the 3rd (Fri), examine the collection at Sheldon Jackson Museum, thenget engrossed in the history at Sitka Centennial Visitors Center, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Michael's Cathedral. On the 4th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: appreciate the extensive heritage of Sitka National Historic Park/Totem Park and then admire the landmark architecture of Russian Bishop's House.

For photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Sitka trip website.

You can fly from Ketchikan to Sitka in 3 hours. Another option is to ride a ferry. August in Sitka sees daily highs of °C and lows of °C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) so you can travel to Juneau.

Juneau is an unusual state capital in many respects.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Sun): indulge your thirst for a good beer at Alaskan Brewery and Bottling Company and then explore the striking landscape at Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center. Here are some ideas for day two: trek along Mount Roberts Trail and then surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour.

For where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Juneau holiday planning tool.

Traveling by flight from Sitka to Juneau takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. In August, daily temperatures in Juneau can reach °C, while at night they dip to °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Homer.

Homer is a city located in Kenai Peninsula Borough in the U.S. Escape the urban bustle at Homer Spit and Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies. Discover out-of-the-way places like Kayaking & Canoeing and Bear Creek Winery. There's lots more to do: capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour, examine the collection at Pratt Museum, admire the masterpieces at Norman Lowell Gallery, and learn more about the world around you at Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center.

To see reviews, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Homer trip itinerary builder site.

Traveling by flight from Juneau to Homer takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry, car, and bus; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In August, daytime highs in Homer are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Fri) to allow enough time 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.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Sat): stroll through Harding Ice Field Trail and then see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour. Keep things going the next day: explore the activities along Seward Boat Harbor and then paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour.

For where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read our Seward travel route builder tool.

Drive from Homer to Seward in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or fly. In August, plan for daily highs up to °C, and evening lows to °C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Mon) so you can go by car 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 13th (Mon): delve into the lush surroundings at Chugach National Forest and then look for all kinds of wild species at Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: tour the pleasant surroundings at Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and then examine the collection at Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center.

For more things to do, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Anchorage travel route tool.

You can drive from Seward to Anchorage in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and car; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around °C in August, and nighttime lows around °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Tue) to allow time to travel back home.