26 Glacier Tour, Self-Drive from Anchorage, AK | 5 hours

115 Reviews | Anchorage
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26 Glacier Tour, Self-Drive from Anchorage, AK
2 Adults x $238.66
$477.32
Approx Total
$477.32

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Smoke-free vessels
  • No Seasickness Guarantee - or your money back!
  • Wild Alaska smoked salmon chowder, oyster crackers, fresh Julienne vegetable salad, cheese stick, fruit snack, and York Peppermint Pattie. Vegetarian Chili or Kidsā€™ Meal on request 48 hours prior.
  • USB Charging Stations at every table. Wifi is NOT available.
  • ADA Accessible providing a safe and comfortable way for everyone to see the glaciers.
  • Restroom on board
  • Coffee, hot tea, and ice water.
  • Professional narration by Chugach National Forest Service ranger
  • Does not include transportation to Whittier.
  • Does not include Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel toll $13.
  • Does not include parking fees of $10-$15.
  • Warm your spirits with our signature hot drinks or try our Glacier Ice Margarita. Our full-service bar features Alaskan ales on tap, wine, a full selection of spirits and liquors.
  • Gift Shop items are available for purchase on boat.
  • Gratuities

Overview

For guests in Anchorage or Girdwood with their own transportation, this 5-hour cruise offers a smooth cruise to view dynamic glaciers and a variety of wildlife, surrounded by the pristine wilderness of Prince William Sound. The cruise route covers 140 miles and features areas such as Port Wells, Esther Passage, College Fjord, Harriman fjord or Blackstone Bay. Due to weather, ice flows, and wildlife activity, our captains adapt to these changing conditions to provide the best cruise experience, while keeping your safety and comfort a top priority. Our friendly and attentive crew will strive to make this cruise a favorite highlight of your Alaska vacation. Our industry-exclusive No Seasickness Guarantee assures every guest will cruise in comfort while enjoying our cruise. All cruises are operated on first-class high-speed catamarans that provide an extremely stable cruise and can smoothly navigate through the narrow fjords and ice flows to reach the face of massive glaciers.

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Itinerary

  • Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel (Pass By)

    Travel time from Anchorage to Whittier is 90 minutes. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. Please plan your day with this travel time in mind. (The cruise portion is 5 hours.) All cruises depart from Whittier, AK. Bring your photo I.D. and check in at least one hour before your cruise departs. Being late may cause the cancellation of reserved seats and/or an entire reservation. To reach Whittier, you will travel through North Americaā€™s longest shared rail and vehicle tunnel, the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel. This tunnel allows one-way traffic access to and from Whittier on a strict schedule. The tunnel opens going to Whittier thirty minutes past the hour (9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM). We recommend the 10:30 AM tunnel opening for your cruise to allow time to park and check in. Transportation to Whittier, tunnel toll, and parking fee are not included. After your cruise, the tunnel will be open hourly, on the hour, until 11:00 PM.

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    Explore spectacular Prince William Sound to see dynamic glaciers and a variety of wildlife on our first-class high-speed catamarans. Enjoy narration from a Chugach National Forest Service ranger who shares interesting details about the history, geography, glaciers and wildlife we see during the cruise. Every cruise features our industry-exclusive No Seasickness Guarantee! With the calm waters of Prince William Sound and our smooth cruising catamarans, you can enjoy a comfortable experience without worry. We serve wild Alaska smoked salmon chowder with coleslaw style salad, multigrain roll, oyster crackers, cheese stick, fruit snack and a peppermint pattie. If you prefer hearty vegetarian chili (GF), request it when booking or message us at least 48 hours before travel. Paid parking is available in a public lot located on Whittier Street, close to the Cliffside Marina. Photo I.D. is required at check-in to receive your boarding cards. All guests must be on board by 12:15 PM.

    5 hours

  • Whittier (Pass By)

    Explore the town of Whittier, Alaska as you stroll along the harbor boardwalk, visit local shops and restaurants, the Prince William Sound Museum (admission not included) or hike a local trail. When you are ready to depart Whittier, the tunnel will be open on the hour, every hour until 11:00 PM.

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Additional Info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adultā€™s lap
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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.

Free Cancellation

May 03100% refund
May 04No refund

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 experienceā€™s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experienceā€™s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experienceā€™s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experienceā€™s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If itā€™s canceled due to poor weather, youā€™ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

4.7

115 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
  • 5 stars
    91
  • 4 stars
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  • 3 stars
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  • 2 stars
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  • 1 star
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 91 reviews with 5 stars

An experience to remember!

Published on Sep, 2024

The beauty of the glaciers was amazing! But to get up close and to see and hear the calving was phenomenal! The crew and our guide Zoe were delightful and informative. Wish I could do it again!

This whole trip fro beginning to end was just so wonderful

Published on Sep, 2024

the captain did a great job getting us up close to the glaciers and the US forest rancher did a great job telling us the history of the park. I recommend this tour to anyone coming for an Alaska visit.

Donā€™t miss this tour

Published on Sep, 2024

Getting up close to the Harvard glacier and the boat stopped to let us take pictures. Friendly staff that served a wonderful lunch and free cookies in the afternoon. Saw sea otters and a bear.

Glacier fun

Published on Sep, 2024

This trip out of Whittier was a great experience! We got close to the glaciers and got to see the calving many times. Great memories! Thanks.

Great glacier experience

Published on Sep, 2024

We really enjoyed seeing the glaciers so close up. Very comfortable boat for viewing. Excellent narration

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