- 4.5 Hours
- Sightseeing
- Tour guide
Our Specials:
2026 SUMMER EARLY BIRD SPECIALS
Prices will be higher if you book after November 1
SPECIAL THIS WEEK: Groups of 6 or more get 10% off if booked before this Sunday.
Prices:
Mondays, Saturdays - $134
Description:
Anchorage to Whittier narrated bus tour with Wildlife Center, Glacier Hike, and Lunch for Princess and Norwegian cruise ship passengers
Our Anchorage to Whittier full day bus tour service is available on cruise ship days, for different days please contact directly for our private bus options. Our Anchorage to Whittier Alaska day tour bus includes Wildlife Center, Byron Glacier Hike, and lunch, and much more for a total of approximately 5 hours of service. We will pick you up directly at your hotel. We will drop you off at your cruise ship terminal.
The price includes All popular attractions and a hearty Lunch to keep you entertained for the day.
This 4.5-hour day bus tour includes:
- Fully narrated transfer allows you to learn the history and scenery that surrounds you while traveling on one of the most scenic highways in Alaska
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center with the perfect picture opportunity for Bears, Moose, Caribou, Bison, Musk Oxen, Deer, Elk, bold eagle. See www.alaskawildlife.org
- Lunch is included - full size sandwich, chips, water, fruit, and other snacks
- Byron Glacier Hiking with stunning views of the glacier and the surrounding montains, there is an option to get close to the glacier where you can actually touch it
- North America's largest tunnel
- Turnagain Arm - photo stop for dall sheep, beluga whales
- Bus picks up at the largest city in Alaska - Anchorage (hotels and airport) and drops off directly at the cruise ship terminal
- All entrance fees to all above attractions are included
- Mild activity level
- Each stop allows plenty of time to explore each location
Bus Schedule:
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This bus service for cruise ship passengers is available only on Mondays and Saturdays. All of our bus tours and transfers are directly coordinated with the cruise line schedule and place. We will pick you up directly at your hotel or airport and deliver you to your cruise ship terminal in plenty of time before the ship departure. Mid May to Mid September |
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ANCHORAGE TO WHITTIER BUS TOUR: Bus picks up at hotels and airport: 10:30AM-11:15AM – bus picks up at hotels (click here to see the hotel list:), 11:30AM - bus departs airport 3:45PM - bus arrives to the cruise ship terminal |
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| Princess and Norwegian cruises depart from Whittier late evening | |
Details:
Overview
We pick you up at Anchorage hotels or the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport and begin our journey along the Seward Highway—an official National Scenic Byway known for glaciers, mountains, and wildlife. This fully narrated, 4 hour experience blends a comfortable transfer to Whittier with classic Alaska sightseeing, a wildlife visit, and a short glacier walk, ending with a convenient drop-off at the Whittier cruise ship terminal.
Anchorage to Turnagain Arm
South of Anchorage, the highway skims the edge of Potter Marsh, part of the Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge, a seasonal haven for waterfowl and eagles. We continue beside the tidal waters of Turnagain Arm, where steep mountains plunge to the sea. At Beluga Point, we pause for photos and the chance—conditions permitting—to spot Dall sheep on the cliffs or beluga whales in the inlet.
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC)
Next, we visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, a sanctuary that cares for Alaska’s iconic animals. Here you can view bison, elk, moose, caribou, musk oxen, eagles, and (with luck) bears in spacious habitats while learning about conservation efforts. It’s a favorite stop for close-up photographs in a safe, respectful setting.
Portage Valley & Byron Glacier
Back on the highway, we turn into Portage Valley for an easy, gently graded walk to the Byron Glacier for exceptional photos and breathtaking veiws.
Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel & Arrival in Whittier
We travel through the 2.5-mile Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel—the longest highway tunnel in North America—before a direct drop-off at the Whittier cruise ship terminal for a smooth embarkation.
Coach Features
- Easy step-up entry and wide aisle
- Heating and air conditioning
- Tinted, large picture windows for photography
- Individual, full-size seats (no middle seats)
- Friendly driver-guide narration throughout
Typical Timeline (subject to change)
- 10:30–11:15 AM – Hotel pickups in Anchorage
- 11:30 AM – Depart Anchorage Airport
- 12:00 PM – Turnagain Arm photo stop (Beluga Point or equivalent)
- 12:30–1:45 PM – Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (Lunch provided)
- 2:00-3:00 PM – Byron Glacier easy walk
- 3:30 PM – Transit the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
- 3:30-3:45 PM – Arrive Whittier cruise ship terminal
What to Bring
- Layered clothing and comfortable walking shoes
- Light rain jacket
- Camera or smartphone
- Small daypack for personal items
Good to Know
Wildlife sightings and glacier access vary with weather, tides, and season. Tunnel operations are one-way on a timed schedule and may affect timing. Your guide will adapt stops for the best experience on the day of travel.
Our Options:
WHITTIER TO ANCHORAGE BUS TRANSFER OPTIONS FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS:
Whittier to Anchorage narrated direct shuttle bus transfer
Whittier to Anchorage narrated bus tour with Wildlife Center stop
Whittier to Anchorage narrated full day bus tour
ANCHORAGE TO WHITTIER BUS TRANSFER OPTIONS FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS:
Anchorage to Whittier narrated direct shuttle bus transfer
Anchorage to Whittier narrated bus tour with Wildlife Center stop
Anchorage to Whittier narrated bus tour with Wildlife Center, Glacier hike, and Lunch