Tour Summary
Day Trip to Whittier by train with Glacier Quest Cruise.
Travel on the Alaska Railroad to Whittier, located at the entrance of Prince William Sound. Upon arrival you walk over to the office of Phillips Cruises and join the Glacier Quest cruise.
The Glacier Quest Cruise takes you from the quaint seaside town of Whittier to glacier-filled Blackstone Bay. Cruise up close to these massive glaciers to watch for telltale signs of movement signaled by the distinct “pop” of glacier ice calving. Keep an eye out for sea otters, Steller sea lions, bears, mountain goats, whales and more!
Schedule:
09:45am Departure in Anchorage – 12:05pm Arrival in Whittier
1PM Glacier Quest Cruise (3.75 hours incl. lunch)
06:45pm Departure in Whittier – 09:00pm Arrival in Anchorage
Meal Options for theGlacier Quest Cruise (Every guest has a choice from one of the following options):
- Chowder: Wild Alaska smoked salmon chowder
- Chili: Hearty vegetarian chili
The entrée selected is served with a fresh Julienne vegetable salad, a multi-grain roll (gluten free sides are served with the chili upon request) and butter pat, a fruit cup, oyster crackers, and a polar smooch candy.
- Kids Meal (age 2-11): Features an all beef hotdog, fruit cup and a bag of chips
- If no meal is selected at the time of reservation, the Salmon Chowder will be served.