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Alaska Glacier Day Tours: Portage Glacier Cruise & Wildlife★ 4.75 (412) · 5h 30m
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Portage Glacier Cruise from Anchorage: 1-hour glacier viewing★ 4.71 (114) · 1h
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Seward to Anchorage tour: wildlife, glaciers & Turnagain Arm★ 4.91 (208) · 7h
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Anchorage to Whittier Private Tour: Turnagain Arm & WildlifeA private full-day guided tour from Anchorage to Whittier that covers Turnagain Arm, Portage Valley and the Anchorage area with a local guide and hotel or port pickup included. The guide adjusts the route, timing and stops to match your interests and schedule. Groups run from one to twelve guests, and the price is per tour, not per person—a single booking covers your whole party.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're traveling as a group of up to twelve and want the route and pace shaped around your schedule and interests rather than locked into a set itinerary. The private guide adjusts stops, timing and activities on the day, so a late cruise arrival, an early departure or a detour to a viewpoint doesn't throw off the plan.
Anchorage to Seward tour: glacier walk & wildlifeA small group tour from Anchorage to Seward with certified guide, hotel pickup and luggage transfer includes entry to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, a half-mile walk up Byron Glacier, and stops along Turnagain Arm for wildlife viewing. The tour runs six hours and ends at your cruise ship port or Seward hotel by 3 p.m., so timing aligns with ship departures and check-ins without overlap.Is it for me?If you're flying into Anchorage and need to reach Seward for a cruise departure or hotel check-in, this tour solves the transfer and fills the day with wildlife and glacier access at once—no separate car rental or driver to arrange, and the timing lands you in Seward by mid-afternoon.
Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Cruise from AnchorageThe Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Cruise is an 11-hour tour from Anchorage combining coach transport and a full-day cruise through Prince William Sound, where a dual-hull catamaran carries you close to one of Alaska's largest concentrations of glaciers. The route follows the Seward Highway along Turnagain Arm, passes through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel—North America's longest shared rail and vehicle tunnel—and includes lunch, professional narration, and time to watch for marine wildlife and migratory birds.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see glaciers up close without arranging separate transport and cruise logistics—the coach, tunnel passage, and catamaran are coordinated into one day, and the dual-hull design lets the boat reach glacier faces in narrow fjords that larger vessels cannot navigate.
Alaska Wildlife & Glacier Cruise from Anchorage: Portage GlacierA full-day wildlife and glacier tour from Anchorage combines entry to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, a 60-minute cruise in front of Portage Glacier, and a scenic drive along the coast past Potter Marsh, Beluga Point and Bird Creek. A live English-speaking guide leads the route; pickup is included, and the tour runs 7 to 8 hours. Children from age 2 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this if you want wildlife and glacier viewing in one day without splitting your time between separate outings—the fixed route covers both with all entry fees included, so you move straight through without gaps between stops.
Whittier to Anchorage private tour: cruise transfer includedA private full-day tour from Whittier to Anchorage that combines your cruise ship transfer with guided sightseeing through Portage Valley, Turnagain Arm, and the city itself. Your guide picks you up at the port or hotel and drives a group of up to 12 guests through the region's key stops—the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel (the longest highway tunnel in North America), the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Beluga Point, and Potter Marsh—with live commentary throughout the 7 to 8 hours. The price is per tour, not per person, so it scales with your group size.Is it for me?At 7 to 8 hours, this tour fills most of a day but leaves room for an early dinner or evening in Anchorage if your flight departs late—or you can add paid hours if you want to explore the city further. The fixed schedule and included transport mean you don't arrange a separate transfer from the port, so the logistics of getting from ship to hotel or onward destination are already solved.
Anchorage Boat Tour — what to know before booking
This guide compares 8 bookable options for Anchorage Boat Tour, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at US$ 59. The average rating is 4.9 out of 5, based on 886 traveler reviews.
Most options last half a day or longer. 7 of the 8 options offer free cancellation. 2 private experiences are also available for closed groups. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Anchorage Boat Tour cost?
Prices start at US$ 59. There are 8 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 7 of the 8 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Alaska Glacier Day Tours: Portage Glacier Cruise & Wildlife is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.8 out of 5 across 412 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
