26 Glacier Tour - Self-Drive from Anchorage, AK
26 Glacier Tour, Self-Drive from Anchorage, AK
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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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Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeTravel 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 America’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.Phillips Cruises
5 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedExplore 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.Whittier(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeExplore 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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Phillips Cruises & Tours, LLC
The cruise went really well. The captain was willing to take extra time for the passengers to see random sites.I’m