Visit the city of Anchorage and it beautiful landmarks.
From Anchorage to Whittier or Whittier to Anchorage
Departs Anchorage at 10am, arrives in Whittier at 5pm
Departs Whittier at 8:30am, arrives in Anchorage at 2:30pm
Tour Summary
This full day tour from Anchorage includes a local guide, an aerial tram ride up Mt. Alyeska, a tour of the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, lunch at a local eatery, a drive down Portage Valley and through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel, drop off at the Whittier Cruise Ship Terminal, and scenic photo-stops along the way!
Following your pick up at your hotel or the office in downtown Anchorage, sit back with your luggage secured in the comfortable and clean sprinter van as your Alaskan driver guides you down Turnagain Arm, an All-American Road, and National Scenic Byway. Look out for alpine scenery, hanging glaciers, and potential wildlife!
Visit the quaint town of Girdwood and a favorite local eatery for lunch (provided). After lunch ascend up the side of Mt. Alyeska on an aerial tram. From the top (weather permitting) take in views of several glaciers and the upper reaches of a temperate rainforest.
Next, visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, a 200-acre natural habitat that provides wildlife education and rehabilitation for some of Alaska’s favorite animals! This is Alaska’s only guaranteed wildlife viewing! Get close enough to observe and photograph some of our favorite land animals such as moose, reindeer, bison, wolves, and more! While bears viewing cannot be guarantee due to the size of their habitat, however, it is common to see both brown and black bears at the Conservation Center! Make sure to take photos of wildlife with the amazing backdrop of the Chugach Mountains and Turnagain Arm!
Travel down Portage Valley for views of several Alpine glaciers! Finally, drive 2.5 miles through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel, the longest highway tunnel in North America!
Upon arrival in Whittier, you’ll be transferred directly to the Cruise Ship Terminal where you will be helped with off-loading your luggage.
Complimentary snacks and water are provided throughout your tour.
A Note About Luggage: The touring sprinter vans are able to accommodate one full-size suitcase per person as well as two personal items. If you or your party is expected to have additional luggage, then please contact us to review your options.
** Same itinerary is reversed for the Whittier to Anchorage tour
RATES 2025
Available from May 19 to September 30
| Per Person | Booking Code | |
| Anchorage to Whittier Transfer + Tour | $239 | SBT10 |
| Whittier to Anchorage Transfer + Tour | $239 | SBT11 |
Included:
- Admission and guided tour at Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
- Mt. Alyeska Aerial Tram Ride
- Admission into Roundhouse Museum (when open to the public)
- Admission through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
- Lunch at a local eatery
CANCELLATION POLICY
Up to 10 days prior: 10% + $30.00 per booking – Later: 100%
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