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Anchorage to Whittier Private Cruise Transfer

Starting From From $418.50 per person Current Project Expedition rate
8 Hours 4.16 / 5 0 reviews Easy activity level Small Group Single Day Tour Operated by Greatland Adventures
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The Experience

What your day looks like

Combine this amazing, full-day tour with your cruise ship transfer to make the most of your Alaskan vacation. Experience the best parts of Whittier, Portage Valley, Turnagain Arm, and Anchorage with a local guide. On this private full-day tour, your guide will show you the special things that make Whittier, Anchorage, and the Turnagain Arm unique. After pickup at your location in Anchorage, the tour will begin with a brief tour of the Anchorage area. Next, we will drive south on the Seward Highway along the Turnagain Arm making stops along the way for scenic views and wildlife sightings. Make an optional visit to the Alyeska Ski Resort in Girdwood and take a scenic tram ride up the mountain for lunch. Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to view and photograph Alaska’s iconic Native animals. The next stop is Portage, where you will board the MV Ptarmigan for an optional one-hour cruise across the stunning scenery of iceberg-dotted Portage Lake. Finally, we will drive through the amazing Whittier Tunnel. This tour will end with drop-off at the Whittier Cruise Ship Terminal. Your private tour guide can adjust the schedule, duration, and activities to meet your needs.

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • See the icebergdotted waters of Portage Lake
  • Have a fully private and customizable experience
  • Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, home to iconic animals in a natural setting
Detailed Itinerary

The journey, in full

Your journey begins with pickup at your Anchorage hotel or the airport, followed by a short city tour. Then, head south along the scenic Seward Highway with opportunities to stop for wildlife sightings and incredible photo ops.

Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

Anchorage

Sightseeing at Portage Lake (Alaska).

Continued

Girdwood

Eco Tour at Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center.

Continued

Anchorage

Sightseeing at Turnagain Arm.

Continued

Anchorage

Sightseeing at Port of Anchorage.

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Included

- Private tour with a professional local guide - Clean, comfortable tour vehicle - Pickup at Anchorage hotel or airport - Drop-off at Whittier Cruise Ship Terminal - Scenic drive with curated stops - Whittier Tunnel toll - Flexible, customizable itinerary

Not Included

- Gratuities

What to Bring

- Camera - Sunglasses - Sunscreen & Hat - Bag for Essentials - Comfortable and warm clothing/footwear

Meeting & Pickup

- Pickup at Anchorage hotel or airport - Drop-off at Whittier Cruise Ship Terminal

Languages Offered

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Planning Notes

Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business

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