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MotoQuest
Tours:
North to Alaska Tour
Seats Available!
May 16th to May 27th, 2009 (12 days All
paved)
Price:
Tour Rider with Double Occupancy: $3,900
Tour Rider with Single Occupancy: $4,900
Couples price: $5,500
Own bike Double Occupancy (shared room): $2,700
Own Bike Single Occupancy (own room): $3,700“Portland, Oregon to Anchorage Alaska”
Columbia River Gorge!
The World Famous Alaska Highway!
Yukon Territory and Gold Rush History!
Incredible Scenery and Wildlife!
The Ride of a lifetime!
Ever Dream of riding to Alaska? The North To Alaska Tour can make that dream a reality! A 2650-mile journey, on all paved roads that starts in Portland, Oregon travels through western Canada and ends in Anchorage, Alaska. This one-way route offers you the chance to ride to Alaska without the need to ship your bike home or take weeks to ride back.
Ride the famous Alaska Highway! Enjoy a 12-day, fully supported, trip of a lifetime with postcard scenery around every turn. Fantastic wildlife viewing opportunities, historic gold towns and open road. When we reach Alaska you can extend your vacation by continuing to explore by motorcycle or take an inside passage cruise back south.
Leave the bikes, logistics and luggage to us and come along, ride North to Alaska!
Price:
Tour Rider with Double Occupancy: $3,900
Tour Rider with Single Occupancy: $4,900
Couples price: $5,500
Own bike Double Occupancy (shared room): $2,700
Own Bike Single Occupancy (own room): $3,700Motorcycles Available:
Kawasaki KLR 650 (Included in Tour Price)
V-Strom DL650 + $220
F650GS + $440
F800GS + $600Payment: A $1,000 Deposit is required to secure booking
Inclusive:
-Kawasaki KLR 650 (11 days)
-All accommodations (12 nights)
-Premier welcome and farewell dinners
-Guide on motorcycle
-Staff mechanic
-Support vehicle (carrying spare parts, tools, luggage
and extra motorcycle)
-Staff trained in First Aid with satellite phone for emergencies
-MotoQuest Tours goodie bag (including T-Shirt and Hat!)
-MotoQuest video of tourExclusive:
-Meals on the road (except Welcome and Farewell Dinners)
-Additional reduction of liability (Loss Damage Waiver)
-Gas
-Alcohol
-Alternative Tours
-Flights: Contact our travel agent: Sally@alaskatravelsource.com, (907) 562- 2213
-Travel insurance
-TipsMap
Itinerary:
Day 1: Saturday, May 16th
Portland, OR
Please arrive at Portland International Airport (PDX) by mid-afternoon. Hotel check-in. Join us for a welcome dinner and orientation.Day 2: Sunday, May 17th
Portland, OR to Yakima, WA (187 miles)
We begin the tour in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge. Marvel in the difference in topography as we leave the lush green Willamette Valley and end the day in the high desert of Central Washington.
Day 3: Monday, May 18th
Yakima, WA to Okanogan Valley, British Columbia (260 miles)
Make a run for the border through the Ponderosa Pine forests and high desert of North Central Washington. End the day in the beautiful Okanogan ValleyDay 4: Tuesday, May 19th
Okanogan Valley, BC to Quesnel, BC (400 miles)
Ride the twisting mountain roads and rolling farmland of Southern BC as we continue North on the “Gold Rush Trail” Toward the Cariboo Gold Fields.
Watson Lake’s Sign Post Forest-which way to Alaska?
Day 5: Wednesday, May 20th
Free day in Quesnel www.bcadventure.com/adventure/explore/cariboo/cities/quesnel.htm
Ride, rest, explore, it’s your day! Ride to Barkersville or one of the many side roads in the area. Explore museums rich in gold-rush history (check it out www.quesnelmuseum.ca ). Rest in the comfort of your hotel room or go for a walk around town.Day 6: Thursday, May 21st
Quesnel, BC to Dawson Creek BC (325 miles)
We turn onto the John Hart Highway in Prince George and climb over the Rocky Mountains on our way to the beginning of the Alaska Highway in Dawson Creek.Day 7: Friday, May 22nd
Dawson Creek, BC to Ft. Nelson, BC (approx. 283 miles)
Enjoy the wide-open spaces of this isolated part of Canada. Look for Sasquatch!Day 8: Saturday, May 23rd
Ft. Nelson, B.C. to Liard Hot Springs, B.C. (approx. 194 miles)
Reach the highest point on the Alaska Highway at 4250ft. This section of road is one of the few stretches that follow the original route blazed in 1942. So in addition to sweeping views, pristine lakes and rivers, and lots of wildlife there is also some great twisties.
We arrive early to relax in the all-natural hot springs.
Bison on the highway near Liard
Liard Hot Springs
Day 9: Sunday, May 24th
Liard Hot Springs, BC. to Whitehorse, YT. (approx. 410 miles)
There’s gold in them there hills! And that’s why Whitehorse is here! We cross into the Yukon Territory, Larger than life! Welcome to the headwaters of the Yukon River.Day 10: Monday, May 25th
Free day in Whitehorse, YT
It’s your vacation; enjoy the day, as you will. Rich in history, diverse in culture, and built on adventure, Whitehorse has much to offer! You may want to participate in an extraordinary day ride to Skagway, Alaska, and back. (220 miles roundtrip)Day 11: Tuesday, May 26th
WHITEHORSE, YT. To Tok, AK. (approx. 426 miles)
Ride beside the snow capped Kluane Range and cruise around Kluane Lake on your way to the Alaska border.
Day 12: Wednesday, May 27th
TOK, AK. To ANCHORAGE, AK (328 miles)
Ride past Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, the largest national park in the U.S. Travel a designated National Scenic Highway to our final destination Anchorage, AK.
Read Before You Book:
In May temperatures can range from 40 to 70 degrees F during the day. Please bring warm clothing, and extra pairs of waterproof gear. If you have heated gear, let us know to make sure we can hook up your electronics to your bike.Guides for this trip:
Rob–contact him directly at rob@akrider.com or call 907-440-4536
Nicole-contact her directly at Nicole@akrider.com or call 907-440-8914To Book This Tour:
To secure a spot in this years' North To Alaska Tour, please fill out and send in our Registration Form with a $1,000 deposit.
Questions? Please contact us at:MotoQuest Tours
P.O. Box 1392
Girdwood, AK 99587
www.MotoQuesttours.com
info@motoquesttours.com
1-800-756-1990/(907) 272-2777Information:
Travel:
Arrive in Portland International Airport (PDX)
Depart from Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
For any other travel options, please contact us at: 1-800-756-1990 for advice.
You may also reach our travel agent Sally at: Sally@alaskatravelsource.com,
or (907) 562- 2213 Just tell her you are part of a MotoQuestTour!
Border Crossings:
You will need a passport and valid motorcycle license for Canadian and US Customs.
DUI’s or prior felonies make it difficult if not impossible to get into Canada.
Canadian residents are subject to a GST based on the value of the motorcycle they are renting, since the motorcycle is from the US.Money: US Dollar and Canadian Dollar
Please note that meals and fuel are not included in the tour price. We recommend that you budget about $100.00 per day for food and fuel (this is just an estimate of expenses and is not including adult beverages.) Many places in Alaska and Canada accept Visa and MasterCard but it would be wise to have some cash on hand in case there are problems at remote lodges. Most Places in Canada will also accept US Currency.Additional motorcycle liability reduction:
Optional Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) for bike damage is $25.00 per riding day (cost not to exceed $300). When you purchase this agreement, you will be responsible for the first $2,000 of bike damages. If you decline this option you are responsible for all expenses. (Please note that the LDW does not cover personal property damage or bodily injury.) We recommend that you contact your motorcycle insurance carrier to see if you are covered for rental motorcycles.Arrival day:
Send us your travel information so we know when and where to meet you. Please be prepared to show your current motorcycle drivers license.
Tours
We offer exceptional tours focusing on different areas of the world for different comfort levels. All tours include airport pick-up/drop-off, motorcycle rental, guides, support vehicle, mechanical support, welcome and farewell dinners, video of tour, detailed itinerary/maps packet, MotoQuest “swag bag” and a high staff-to-guest ratio, insuring the best personal service possible. Everyday there is a hot shower, great food, and a comfortable bed waiting for you at the end of the trail.
Tour Size
6 - 10 riders. We have a large staff-to-guest ratio. This way your adventure is personalized and safety is maximized.
Gear
Bring riding gear that is warm and waterproof (a riding suit with pads is best). Recommended items to bring: Stout water-proof boots, rain gear, a warm hat, rain-proof gloves (2 pair), hiking shoes, bug spray, full-faced helmet, swim suit, and a good camera are the things you need on the trail.Our Staff
We pride ourselves in giving you quality service. All staff are experienced riders, trained in first aid, and love sharing motorcycling. Since many of the roads we travel are far from help and out of cell phone range, our expertise in motorcycle maintenance, backcountry first aid, and knowledge of out-of-the-way places will greatly enhance your motorcycle tour. Our guides carry satellite phones for emergency use. The full-time support vehicle makes it possible for you to focus on the ride, the fresh air and the scenery. Leave the logistics to us!
Payment
At the time of reservation $1000 deposit is due to guarantee your spot on the tour. The deposit will be applied to the total price of the tour. The balance is due 60 days prior to tour departure date. We accept personal checks, Visa, MasterCard and money orders (sorry, we do not accept American Express or Discover).
Cancellation Policy
You must give a full 60 days notice to receive a refund for a tour. On cancellations with less than 60 days notice, your deposit is forfeited as a cancellation fee and the remaining balance paid can be transferred to another party or another tour, subject to availability. Cancellations with less than 30 days notice, will forfeit 50% of total tour price as cancellation fee and the remaining balance paid can be transferred to another party or another tour, subject to availability. If your participation in the tour is terminated for any reason at anytime during the tour, no refund will be given.Kitty
Riders will be asked to put money into a kitty at the beginning of the tour, to be used by the group as a whole for gas and other group-oriented activites such as lunches, dinners, park entry fees, water stops, etc. Voluntary participation in this system has proven to make group riding run smoother and ultimately make your tour with us more pleasurable!
Register Online
Fill out and fax/mail in our Registration Form
(requires adobe reader)
email: Info@motoquesttours.com
Telephone: 1-800-756-1990 or +1 (907)
272-2777
Fax +1 (907)
272-2777
skype: motoquesttours
