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★4.8 94 experiences from US$ 12.31 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

Must-do experiences

Anchorage Wildlife & Glacier Tour: Portage Glacier
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Anchorage Wildlife & Glacier Tour: Portage GlacierAnchorage wildlife and glacier tour with Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center entry, live guide and flexible routing, no fixed schedule.
3,374 reviews
4.89★
Duration
6h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 220per person
Anchorage Trolley Tour: Earthquake Park, Lake Hood & Ship Creek
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★Top rated
Anchorage Trolley Tour: Earthquake Park, Lake Hood & Ship CreekGuided trolley tour through Anchorage covering 20 miles in 1.5 to 2 hours with stops at Earthquake Park, Lake Hood, and Ship Creek.
1,793 reviews
4.76★
Duration
1h 30m
Next departure: 1 Apr 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 50per person
Anchorage Trolley: 1-Hour City Tour & Seaplane Views
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Best value
Anchorage Trolley: 1-Hour City Tour & Seaplane ViewsTrolley tour through Anchorage covering 15 miles: Captain Cook Monument, Lake Hood seaplanes, Earthquake Park, Railroad Depot. Includes coupon book. 1 hour.
2,818 reviews
4.65★
Duration
1h
Next departure: 7 May 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 25per person

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Anchorage: City Tour with Salmon Tasting & Reindeer Sausage
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Anchorage: City Tour with Salmon Tasting & Reindeer Sausage
946 reviews
4.54★
Duration
3h 30m
fromUS$ 69per person
Anchorage wildlife and glaciers tour: Bears and moose
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Anchorage wildlife and glaciers tour: Bears and moose
755 reviews
4.68★
Duration
4h 30m
fromUS$ 149per person
Anchorage: Matanuska Glacier Hike & Ice Walk from Downtown
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Travelers' pick
Anchorage: Matanuska Glacier Hike & Ice Walk from Downtown
458 reviews
4.93★
Duration
10h
fromUS$ 329per person
Glacier View Wildlife Tour Anchorage: Bears & Glaciers
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Glacier View Wildlife Tour Anchorage: Bears & Glaciers
451 reviews
4.87★
Duration
7h
fromUS$ 187per person
Willow Alaska: Dog Sledding with Iditarod Huskies & Denali Views
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Willow Alaska: Dog Sledding with Iditarod Huskies & Denali Views
442 reviews
4.98★
Duration
1h 30m
fromUS$ 179per person
Anchorage: Knik Glacier Helicopter Tour & 3 Landings
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Anchorage: Knik Glacier Helicopter Tour & 3 Landings
433 reviews
4.94★
Duration
2h
fromUS$ 762per person
Anchorage to Seward train tour: Scenic rail day trip
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Anchorage to Seward train tour: Scenic rail day trip
405 reviews
4.64★
Duration
14h 30m
fromUS$ 226per person

Top rated (10)

Willow, Alaska: Summer Dog Sledding & Iditarod Training Trails
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Willow, Alaska: Summer Dog Sledding & Iditarod Training TrailsSummer dog sledding near Anchorage on private Iditarod training trails. Two-person carts, 1-2 miles, kennel tour, Denali view pavilion, snacks included. Family-run operation.
386 reviews
5.00★
Duration
1h 30m
Next departure: 1 Jun 2027Live guide EN · FR · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 169per person
Anchorage: Mount Alyeska Tram & Wildlife Center Tour
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Anchorage: Mount Alyeska Tram & Wildlife Center TourAerial tram ride up Mount Alyeska (2,300 ft) with Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center admission. Includes transport, snacks, and 5.5–6 hour tour from Anchorage.
168 reviews
4.97★
Duration
6h
Next departure: 25 May 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 219per person
Matanuska Glacier Winter Tour from Anchorage: Walk the Ice
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Matanuska Glacier Winter Tour from Anchorage: Walk the IceFull-day glacier walking tour from Anchorage with professional guide, ice cleats and lunch included: drive the Glenn Highway.
155 reviews
4.96★
Duration
8h
Every day
08:00
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 431per person
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail Bike Tour: Anchorage Moose Denali
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Travelers' pick
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail Bike Tour: Anchorage Moose DenaliBike the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail from Kincaid Park with a local guide, helmet and rain jacket included. Watch for moose, see Denali across Cook Inlet.
306 reviews
4.95★
Duration
3h
Next departure: 1 May 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 149per person
Anchorage City Tour: Highlights and history in 2.5 hours
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Anchorage City Tour: Highlights and history in 2.5 hoursAnchorage city tour with scenic stops at Lake Hood, Earthquake Park and Glen Alps overlook. Live guide, state park entry and vehicle included.
179 reviews
4.94★
Duration
2h 30m
Next departure: 25 May 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 55per person
Anchorage Helicopter Tour: Glacier Landing & Chugach Mountains
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Anchorage Helicopter Tour: Glacier Landing & Chugach MountainsHelicopter glacier landing near Anchorage with 30-minute ice walk, Chugach Mountain views, and wildlife spotting. 1-hour flight from Girdwood, small groups, all-inclusive.
160 reviews
4.93★
Duration
1h
start times · Every day
9
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 610per person
Turnagain Arm: Wildlife Center, Glaciers & Girdwood Lunch
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Turnagain Arm: Wildlife Center, Glaciers & Girdwood LunchFeel the wild side of Turnagain Arm with a local guide: see Alaska’s wildlife up close, walk beneath glaciers, and enjoy lunch in Girdwood. Entry included.
374 reviews
4.91★
Duration
6h
Next departure: 17 May 2027Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 130per person
Seward to Anchorage tour: Wildlife, glaciers & Turnagain Arm
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Seward to Anchorage tour: Wildlife, glaciers & Turnagain ArmSmall-group tour from Seward to Anchorage with Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center entry, Portage Glacier walk and Beluga Point wildlife viewing.
210 reviews
4.91★
Duration
7h
Next departure: 1 May 2027Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 247per person
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center & Beluga Point Tour
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Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center & Beluga Point TourWatch moose and bears up close at Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, spot beluga whales at scenic Beluga Point, and enjoy small-group storytelling with pickup included.
179 reviews
4.89★
Duration
4h
Next departure: 15 May 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 122per person
Portage Glacier Cruise: Glaciers & Wildlife Day Tour from Anchorage
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Portage Glacier Cruise: Glaciers & Wildlife Day Tour from AnchorageSmall-group glacier and wildlife tour from Anchorage with hotel pickup, a one-hour Portage Glacier cruise.
345 reviews
4.88★
Duration
8h
Next departure: 16 May 2027Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 235per person

Lowest price (10)

Anchorage: Alaska Native Heritage Center Ticket & Village Walk
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Anchorage: Alaska Native Heritage Center Ticket & Village WalkStep into Anchorage’s Alaska Native Heritage Center for live dance, village site tours, and authentic art. Includes parking and local guides. Book your ticket now.
100 reviews
4.74★
Duration
4h
Next departure: 11 May 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 30per person
Anchorage to Girdwood: 45-Min Airport & Hotel Transfer
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Anchorage to Girdwood: 45-Min Airport & Hotel TransferDirect shuttle from Anchorage airport or downtown hotels to Alyeska Resort in Girdwood, 45 minutes. Shared ride, flight tracking, all fees included. No rental car needed.
43 reviews
4.58★
Duration
45m
Every dayLive guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 50per person
Anchorage Winter City Tour: 25 miles, wildlife, and SnowElla
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Anchorage Winter City Tour: 25 miles, wildlife, and SnowEllaThree-hour guided tour through Anchorage's winter landscape: 25 miles covering Lake Hood's seaplanes, Earthquake Park, SnowElla the 25-foot snow lady.
63 reviews
4.65★
Duration
3h
Mon–Sat
11:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 59per person
Anchorage City Tour: Chocolate Factory & Lake Hood Floatplanes
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Anchorage City Tour: Chocolate Factory & Lake Hood Floatplanes3.5-hour Anchorage tour with chocolate sampling, smoked salmon tasting, Lake Hood floatplanes, and Earthquake Park. Local guide, bottled water included.
324 reviews
4.76★
Duration
3h 30m
Next departure: 16 Mar 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 65per person
Anchorage Airport to Whittier Port: Cruise Transfer with Luggage
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Anchorage Airport to Whittier Port: Cruise Transfer with LuggageShared motorcoach from Anchorage airport (ANC) to Whittier cruise port. Onboard restrooms, luggage handling, spacious seating. Fixed schedule, no rental car needed.
29 reviews
4.34★
Duration
45m
Next departure: 15 May 2027Hotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 69per person
Anchorage All Around City Tour: Winter Sightseeing by Car
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Anchorage All Around City Tour: Winter Sightseeing by CarWinter city tour of Anchorage with private transportation to the outskirts: see the chocolate waterfall at Alaska Wild Berry Products.
48 reviews
4.77★
Duration
3h 30m
Every day
11:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 69per person
Anchorage to Seward Transfer: Scenic Highway to Cruise Port
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Anchorage to Seward Transfer: Scenic Highway to Cruise PortDirect motorcoach transfer from Anchorage to Seward Cruise Terminal along the Seward Highway, with light narration and views of Turnagain Arm and glaciers.
22 reviews
4.82★
Duration
2h
Next departure: 14 May 2027Free cancellationfromUS$ 89per person
Turnagain Arm to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center shuttle
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Turnagain Arm to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center shuttleScenic shuttle from Anchorage along Turnagain Arm to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center with one-hour wildlife viewing included.
62 reviews
4.35★
Duration
3h 30m
start times · Every day
5
Free cancellationfromUS$ 99per person
Anchorage to Whittier Wildlife Tour with Cruise Transfer
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Anchorage to Whittier Wildlife Tour with Cruise TransferTravel from Anchorage to Whittier Cruise Terminal on a 3-hour guided tour that stops at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to see brown bears, moose.
87 reviews
4.84★
Duration
3h
Next departure: 15 May 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 99per person
Anchorage to Seward: Wildlife & Turnagain Pass
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Anchorage to Seward: Wildlife & Turnagain PassTravel from Anchorage to Seward Cruise Terminal on the scenic Seward Highway with stops at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center.
26 reviews
4.85★
Duration
4h
Next departure: 14 May 2027Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 110per person
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Anchorage at a glance ✓ 2026-11-03

  • Most booked: Anchorage Wildlife & Glacier Tour: Portage Glacier, US$ 220 (6h, 4.89★ · 3,374).
  • Top rated: Anchorage Trolley Tour: Earthquake Park, Lake Hood & Ship Creek, US$ 50 (1h 30m, 4.76★ · 1,793).
  • Best value: Anchorage Trolley: 1-Hour City Tour & Seaplane Views, US$ 25 (1h, 4.65★ · 2,818).

Of the 94 experiences: 87 with free cancellation, 82 with instant confirmation, 40 with hotel pickup and 62 bookable last-minute.

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