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Parks Hwy: Anchorage to Denali Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour

Anchorage, USA
Great choice
5+ bookings last month.
  • 5 to 6 hours (approx.)
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
    • Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
    • Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
    • Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
    • Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
    • Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
    • Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
    • Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
    • One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
    • Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
    • No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

    Meeting and Pickup

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    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Arranged start time

    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    • 06/05/2026 - 10/12/2027

      Monday - Sunday : 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Itinerary

    1

    Anchorage

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Arctic Valley Road

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Chugach State Park

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Glenn Highway

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    5

    Eagle River

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    6

    Eklutna

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    7

    Eklutna Lake

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    8

    Knik River

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    9

    Knik Glacier

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    10

    Matanuska-Susitna Valley

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    11

    Wasilla

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    12

    Hatcher Pass

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    13

    Willow

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    14

    Talkeetna

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    15

    Susitna River

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    16

    Denali State Park And Preserve

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    17

    Denali View South

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    18

    Curry Ridge Trailhead

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    19

    Byers Lake

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    20

    K’esugi Ridge

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    21

    Hurricane Gulch Bridge

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    22

    Igloo City

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    23

    Cantwell

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    24

    Nenana

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    25

    Denali National Park

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Important Note: Due to the Pretty Rocks Landslide and the Polychrome Area Plan, the Denali Park Road closure at Mile 43 is expected to remain in place through summer 2026. If you plan to visit areas beyond this point by shuttle or separately from the tour, please check current NPS conditions before your trip.
    • Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
    • Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
    • At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
    • Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
    • Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
    • More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
    • Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
    • Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
    • Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
    • Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
    • The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 4 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Helpful and Interesting

    Kathleen_H, Jul 2026
    This was a great idea and we really enjoyed the information we learned about the area and Denali National Park. The only - very minor - downside was that you got the same stories on your return trip but it was still helpful to know where/when to turn for things you wanted to stop and see.

    Response from Host, Jul 2026

    Kathleen, thank you for taking my Anchorage-to-Denali Parks Highway GPS audio tour. I’m glad you enjoyed learning about the area and found the directions and recommended stops helpful. Some stories may replay on the return journey, but you can easily pause or skip them. I hope you’ll explore more of Alaska with my audio tour bundle. Happy exploring!

    Great trip experience!

    Angelia_W, Jul 2026
    This was so fun! We got to go at our own pace and choose which side quests we want to do and which ones we wanted to skip. There were lots of spots to stop and take pictures and fun stories to keep us entertained along the way!

    Response from Host, Jul 2026

    Angelia, thank you for taking my Parks Highway GPS audio drive from Anchorage to Denali. I’m so glad you enjoyed the flexibility to go at your own pace, pick your own side stops, take photos, and hear fun stories along the way. I hope you’ll try my Alaska bundle or another of my convenient audio tours soon. Happy exploring!

    Great tour

    Lezlie_M, May 2026
    This was a great driving tour! The narrator shared a lot of historical information and interesting facts. Highly recommend.

    Response from Host, May 2026

    Lezlie, I’m so glad you enjoyed my Anchorage-to-Denali GPS Audio Tour. It’s wonderful to know you appreciated the historical information and interesting facts shared along the drive. If you’re ready for more adventures, check out my Alaska Bundle Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour, which includes Anchorage to Homer and Anchorage to Seward & More!
    Member Pricing
    From

    $18.99

    per group (up to 4)
    Was $19.99(-5%)

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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