26 Glacier Cruise and Coach from Anchorage, AK

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Phillips Cruises 26 Glacier Cruise and Coach Package

11 hours
Offered in: English

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Overview

Combine a sightseeing tour and a glacier cruise into one full-day itinerary with this excursion from Anchorage. Climb aboard a comfortable coach for a narrated journey along Turnagain Arm Drive. Continue the tour on a catamaran for a smooth, scenic cruise that navigates through narrow fjords and right up to the face of massive glaciers. Admire views of Prince William Sound during the tour.

Check out views along Turnagain Arm Drive
Climb aboard a catamaran for a glacier tour
Learn about Alaska's wildlife and ecosystems
See the beauty of Prince William Sound

What's Included

ADA Accessibility - Please call regarding your specific needs so we can assist you.
No Seasickness Guarantee - Our smooth cruising catamarans & the calm waters of Prince William Sound.
Smoke-free vessels - We do not allow any form of tobacco, marijuana, vape or e-cigarettes.
Captains will provide professional narration during the cruise.
USB Charging Stations are available at every table. Wifi is NOT available.
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Restroom on board

Gift Shop items are available for purchase on board to share with family back home.
Alcoholic Beverages
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

939 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
9:00 AM Meet at Hotel Captain Cook by 5th Avenue door. Coach departs promptly at 9:15 AM. Photo stops as time allows. 11:30 AM Travel through North America's longest shared rail and vehicle tunnel. 12:00 PM Arrive, Whittier. Check-in and board cruise by 12:15 PM.

Start time

09:15 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Turnagain Arm Drive

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Prince William Sound

6 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Whittier

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Infants must sit on laps
Service animals allowed
Most travelers can participate
Not wheelchair accessible

Travelers need to ascend/descend 3-5 steps to board coach. Please call for assistance
Be mindful of the space around you for social distancing
All crew and guests must wear a mask or face covering per current COVID-19 procedures.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 250 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Featured review

Marjorie_H

So impressed with everyone involved in this tour. Being able to see glaciers up close on a catamaran was so memorable. Captain did an excellent job narrating and crew was also amazing. Food was delicious. This was by far the best tour ever.

Reviews

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A must!

Andrea_H, May 2024

A must! Incredible day of glacier and wildlife viewing - jaw-dropping and awe-inspiring! Learned a ton from the knowledgeable forest ranger and crew.

Great tour!

Steven_M, May 2024

The heavy snow while we were looking at the glaciers made it a special sight. The entire tour from the departure to the return to Anchorage was great. Very entertaining and informative narration on both the coach and the boat. I highly recommend the tour!

Must see

Rose_F, May 2024

It actually snowed during our trip much to the amazement of the crew. So viewing the glaciers was difficult. The captain was obviously very experienced and gave 110% to give us the best possible experience. He knew were to take the boat so we could see seals, birds, and mountain goats. Service was excellent. Great chowder!

26 Glacier Tour in Whittier, AK

Marjorie_H, May 2024

Excellent opportunity to see several glaciers and lots of animals in and out of water. Great experience.

Oancea_V, May 2024

Wanted to see the glaciers and booked this trip from Anchorage. Later we have seen that would have been better just to take it from Whittier and actually drive to Whittier. Anyway, the drive was good, and we had the advantage to get detailed explanations of what we were seeing. Was quite rainy that day, and at Whittier we had to do the actual check-in for the cruise. Interestingly enough, they did not have any cover for rain, and we had to wait in line at their shack till we did the check-in. Unpleasant experience, especially if you do not have the appropriate gear. The cruise itself, was very good, saw lots of glaciers, orcas (very difficult to catch), etc. Overall, was a great experience. Also, captain and crew very helpful to explain and point all interesting things to see around. Superb trip.

Brilliant

Clive_L, May 2024

Exceeded expectations. Really cool. Ticked a bucket list item I've had for decades. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

Fabulous Time!

doro_t, Oct 2023

The bus driver, Daniel, was excellent! He was very knowledgeable of the area. He was very friendly & funny! The boat staff was also very knowledgeable of the area and friendly. All around fabulous trip! Beautiful scenery and wildlife! Definitely recommend!!

Awesome and never forgettable moment.

hemzsrestha, Oct 2023

I enjoyed myself as it was my birthday treat to myself to see the glaciers… it was si mind blowing when i saw the glaciers and weather was the best to enjoy.

Margo Hill

Margo_H, Sep 2023

Knowledgeable tour guides. Scientific and historical facts about the glaciers. Nice warm meal. Excellent boat and facilities.

Glacier Grandiosity

Annette_P, Sep 2023

We absolutely loved the whole experience from going thru the 2.5 mile tunnel to boarding the Bravest! The weather was gorgeous along with the cabin and crew! But the best part was connecting with the water, land, wildlife, and Glaciers. The glaciers were talking to us and showing there grandiosity! lemlmtš pecya (thank you everyone)

Awesome day!

Lynne_L, Sep 2023

This tour far exceeded my expectations. The weather was perfect. The captain and guest NFS representative gave us a class A day! I would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to visit glaciers!

Time well spent.

Jeff_M, Sep 2023

The crew was wonderful. The scenery was beautiful. The day cruise was a memory of a lifetime. Thanks

Good time

William_S, Sep 2023

Enjoy being close to the glaciers and attentive staff plus the information from the ranger. I don’t like having to write reviews

Awesome scenic views,...

Jeff_M, Sep 2023

Awesome scenic views, excellent boat ride and amenities on board. Enjoyed the narration. Wish we would have seen some ocean life.

Service by crew beyond exceptional!

Judy_F, Sep 2023

Great food, great updated beautiful boat, great views of 26 glaciers!! Totally recommend! Crew was excellent, great glacier margarita, photo op for Christmas card -what a great idea!

Viewing the glaciers up...

Dennis_H, Aug 2023

Viewing the glaciers up close was great. Bus driver communication was non existent , PA system did not work on bus and she made no effort to communicate

Mixed experience

Michael_K, Aug 2023

We paid for the 21 glacier tour. However, we were over 2 hours late arriving at the dock in Whittier. Part of the delay was due to road work, and part was due to an unscheduled side trip to Aleska. As a result, we were only able to go on an abbreviated tour (which was spectacular).

Long but the views are worth it

Erin_H, Aug 2023

This tour is definitely worth doing! It is a long tour so be prepared but the views are worth it. We saw so many different wildlife including a bear! The bus driver was kind and knowledgeable. A once in a lifetime experience

Awesome!!!!!

Whitney_T, Aug 2023

Awesome adventure! Good food served in a timely manner, great Ranger on board, really knowledgeable and gave great information. Terrific photo ops given by captain swinging the boat around by the glaciers! Easy transport from downtown Anchorage, with a steady driver who also narrated a bit of the drive, My family would 100% do the whole day again!

Very good exposed to understand the glacier

hue_D, Aug 2023

We saw black bear claiming on the glacier rocky mountain. Flock of sea lions. It's very magnificant view of glaciers. The captain & the crews are very polite, knowlegeble.

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