Alaska Road Trip Itinerary: Anchorage to Denali in 3 Days 1. Alaska Road Trip Itinerary: Anchorage to Denali in 3 Days Arrive in Anchorage: The Gateway to the North. Your Al askan adventure begins at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC). Anchorage is Alaska’s largest city, offering urban convenience within a short drive of true wilderness. Renting a Car: A rental car is a must. Alaska is vast, and outside the cities, public transit is virtually non-existent. Cho