- 3.5 Hours
- Sightseeing
- Tour guide
Specials:
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Description:
Anchorage to Whittier narrated wildlife bus tour for cruise ship passengers
Our Anchorage to Whittier scheduled wildlife bus tour service is available on cruise ship days; for different days please contact us for private bus options. Our Anchorage to Whittier Alaska wildlife tour bus service includes narration, a stop at scenic Beluga Point, a stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, and a stop at Portage Glacier Lake on the way to Whittier for a total of approximately 3 hours of service. We will pick you up at your hotel in Anchorage or the airport and drop you off directly at the ship.
Add a little scenery to your bus transfer. With a little extra time you’ll be able to get out of the bus and appreciate the scenic drive with photos and memories to last a lifetime. Our Wildlife Bus Transfer is the best value on the market and our most popular transfer, featuring photo stops and a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center where you are likely to see Alaskan animals such as bears, moose, caribou, musk oxen, and wood bison.
The price includes Wildlife Conservation Center admission and full narration.
This 3-hour wildlife bus tour includes:
- Fully narrated bus tour along one of Alaska’s most scenic highways
- Pickup at your hotel in Anchorage or the airport
- Drive-through tour of Anchorage (for guests picked up at hotels)
- Turnagain Arm (photo stops as time permits): Dall sheep, beluga whales
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center visit (bears, moose, caribou, bison, musk oxen, eagles)
- Portage Glacier Valley photo stop
- 2.5-mile Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
- Direct drop-off at the cruise ship terminal
Schedule:
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This bus service for cruise ship passengers is available only on Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
All tours and transfers are coordinated with the cruise line schedule. We will pick you up in Anchorage (hotels/airport), take care of your luggage, and deliver you to the cruise terminal in Whittier on time. Mid May to Mid September |
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ANCHORAGE TO WHITTIER WILDLIFE BUS TOUR: NORWEGIAN, HOLLAND AMERICA, AND PRINCESS CRUISE LINES: Afternoon Bus: 11:30 AM–12:15 PM – bus picks up Anchorage hotels (click here to see the hotel list:), 12:30 PM – bus departs from Anchorage Airport, 3:45 PM – bus arrives to the Princess cruise ship port. |
| Most ships depart at 8:00 PM from Whittier cruise port | |
Details:
Overview
We pick you up at Anchorage hotels or 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 experience blends a comfortable transfer to Whittier with classic Alaska sightseeing, a wildlife visit, and scenic photo stops, ending with a convenient drop-off at the Whittier cruise ship terminal.
Anchorage to Turnagain Arm (Photo Stop)
South of Anchorage we skim the edge of Potter Marsh, part of the Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge. The highway then hugs the tidal waters of Turnagain Arm, where steep mountains plunge to the sea. We pause at a designated turnout—often Beluga Point—for photos and, conditions permitting, a chance to spot Dall sheep on the cliffs or beluga whales in the inlet.
Portage & Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC)
Continuing south, we pass the remains of Portage, a community shaped by the 1964 earthquake, and arrive at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. You will have ~1 hour to explore the Center. This sanctuary cares for Alaska’s iconic animals; you can view bison, elk, moose, caribou, musk oxen, eagles, and 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 Scenic Overlook
Then we stop in Portage Valley for an amazing overlook of the lake and numerous hanging glaciers crowning the surrounding mountains— a perfect place for great photos (time and weather permitting).
Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
From Portage Valley we continue to the 2.5-mile, one-lane Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel—the longest highway tunnel in North America. After a short wait for the scheduled opening, we pass through the tunnel and emerge on the shores of Prince William Sound.
Arrival in Whittier
We finish with a direct drop-off at the Whittier cruise ship terminal for an easy embarkation. Settle in and enjoy the glacier-carved mountains and sea views that surround this unique port town.
What’s Included
- Comfortable, shared coach transfer from Anchorage to Whittier
- Pickup at Anchorage airport and select hotels
- Fully narrated sightseeing along the Seward Highway
- Dedicated photo stop along Turnagain Arm
- Visit to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (admission included)
- Scenic photo stop in Portage Valley
- Luggage handling directly to the ship
- Direct drop-off at the Whittier cruise ship terminal
Coach Features
- Easy step-up entry and wide aisle
- Heating and air conditioning
- Tinted, large picture-view windows for photography
- Individual, full-size seats (no middle seats)
- Friendly driver-guide narration throughout
What to Bring
- Layered clothing and comfortable walking shoes
- Light rain jacket (weather can change quickly)
- Camera or smartphone for photos
- Small daypack for personal items
Good to Know
Wildlife sightings and the exact photo-stop locations vary with weather, tides, and season. Your guide will adapt stops for the best experience on the day of travel.
Bus Options:
WHITTIER TO ANCHORAGE BUS TRANSFER OPTIONS FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS:
Whittier to Anchorage narrated direct shuttle bus transfer
Whittier to Anchorage narrated bus 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 Glacier Lunch Tour