Top Alaska Day Trips

Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Immerse yourself in the Alaskan wilderness on a cruise through the Kenai Fjords National Park from Seward. Aboard a warm and spacious vessel, cruise past alpine and tidewater glaciers among the fjords and try your luck spotting wildlife like whales, sea lions, and birds. Enjoy a delicious lunch onboard and visit the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge for great views of seabird rookeries.

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Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Tour from Seward

Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Tour from Seward

Experience Alaska’s wildlife and landscapes without planning a complex route from Anchorage on your own. This group tour combines glacier views, mountain scenery, wildlife encounters, and historic stops into one well-rounded day through Chugach National Forest and beyond. Along the way, your guide shares local insight and photography tips to help you get more out of the experience and your photos.

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Free Photography lessons. This photo captured using a simple cellphone.

Summer - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage

Whale watching and visiting the Mendenhall Glacier are two of the most popular activities around Juneau — they're essential experiences for any local tourist that you won't want to miss. Check them both off your list on this half-day combo tour that includes flexible departure times and round-trip transportation from Mt. Roberts Tramway, making it ideal for a shore excursion or quick trip.

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Mendenhall Glacier Park and Ultimate Whale Watch Combo

Mendenhall Glacier Park and Ultimate Whale Watch Combo

Join us for an unforgettable adventure with our Whittier Cruise Transit Tour! We'll pick you up from your cruise ship in Whittier and take you on a journey through some of the most breathtaking scenery in Alaska. We'll visit Portage Lake, the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Beluga Point, Potter Marsh, and Earthquake Park, each offering unique experiences and stunning views. Our tour ends with a drop-off at your Anchorage hotel, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Alaska's beauty. Book your Whittier Cruise Transit Tour today and experience the best of Alaska in just one day!

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Whittier to Anchorage: Wildlife & Scenic Transfer Tour

Whittier to Anchorage: Wildlife & Scenic Transfer Tour

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Whittier to Anchorage Cruise Transfer & Wildlife Tour

Experience the best of Alaska’s wildlife and natural treasures in a day during this curated tour from your cruise port in Whittier. Highlights include stopping at a wildlife conservation center, home to hundreds of species, and a hike to Byron Glacier. Side step the long bus lines at the cruise port and instead ride in comfort and style as you wind around scenic valleys and coastal roads.

Whittier to Anchorage Cruise Transfer & Wildlife Tour

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Discover the highlights of Skagway and Alaska’s gold rush history on this tour. Wind through the downtown area and visit the Gold Rush Cemetery, where you hear tales about Frank Reed and Soapy Smith. Aboard a comfortable mini-bus with large windows, travel along White Pass Summit and soak up views of mountains, glaciers, and waterfalls. Marvel at the surreal landscape of Tormented Valley. Stop frequently along the way for photo ops and wildlife viewings. Please note that you will need your passport, don't forget it!

White Pass Deluxe Tour from Skagway

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Embark on the ultimate northern adventure with our Arctic Circle Day Tour from Fairbanks. Travel deep into Alaska’s untouched wilderness along the famous Dalton Highway, one of the most remote and scenic roads in North America. Your expert guide will share captivating stories about Alaskan history, nature, and culture as you journey across the Arctic Circle. Witness dramatic changes in landscape—from boreal forests to Arctic tundra. Stop to photograph the mighty Yukon River, catch views of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, and take in panoramic vistas of untouched wilderness. At the Arctic Circle marker, celebrate with a photo op and receive your official Arctic Circle Certificate, a memorable token of your achievement. In winter, you may be treated to the magical dance of the Aurora Borealis on your return trip, a breathtaking way to end your Arctic adventure.

Arctic Circle Day Tour Adventure

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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2.5-Hour Denali Wilderness ATV Adventure Tour

Explore the Alaskan wilderness by ATV from Denali. View Denali National Park landmarks such as Otto Lake, Healy Valley, and the Alaska Range, and look for wildlife including moose. Ride either an automatic single or double ATV through rugged terrain, splashing through water (weather permitting) and traversing rocky creek beds at speeds of up to 30 miles (48 kilometers) per hour. Hotel pickup and drop-off from select hotels is included for convenience.

2.5-Hour Denali Wilderness ATV Adventure Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

We make it easy to see it all in one day! Relax on the coach as you enjoy the beauty of Turnagain Arm. On the cruise get ready to view one of the largest concentration of glaciers in Alaska. Weather, ice conditions and wildlife activity changes daily and our captains may adjust the route to provide the best cruise experience while keeping your safety and comfort a top priority. We take pride in ensuring that your time with us is an enjoyable memory that becomes a favorite highlight of your Alaska vacation. We operate first-class catamarans. Due to their dual hull design, these powerful high-speed catamarans are extremely stable and able to smoothly navigate through the narrow fjords and passages that lead us to the face of massive glaciers. By operating safely and efficiently, Phillips Cruises & Tours provides a comfortable cruise and our No Seasickness Guarantee assures nervous cruisers the confidence that they will enjoy our cruise without any unpleasant effects.

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Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Cruise and Coach Package

Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Cruise and Coach Package

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $368

Be awed by supersized glaciers and the hardy wildlife of the tundra on this full-day tour through the rugged Alaskan wilderness. Departing from Anchorage, drive along a scenic byway to the Turnagain Arm of the Cook Inlet, framed by the dramatic Chugach and Kenai mountain ranges. Cruise on the lake that laps against the ancient blue ice of Portage Glacier, stop for lunch at a cozy lodge, and get an up-close look at Alaskan wildlife such as caribou, musk ox, and lynk at a conservation center.

Glaciers and Wildlife: Super Scenic Day Tour from Anchorage

Glaciers and Wildlife: Super Scenic Day Tour from Anchorage

8 hoursFree Cancellation

While most visitors only see the Mendenhall Glacier from crowded viewpoints, this tour takes adventurous travelers on a canoe trip to the base of the glacier for a completely different perspective of the majestic ice. With canoe lessons and a guide, the tour is open to first-time paddlers and the mellow water means you can take along a camera and capture the arctic cliffs, icebergs, and pristine blue ice.

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Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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A fully narrated tour by a local guide along Turnagain Arm offers stunning views of rugged mountains, glaciers, and Alaska flora and fauna (i.e., wildflowers, bald eagles, Dall sheep, beluga whales). We will stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC), where visitors can get up-close viewings and pictures of Alaska's most iconic animals, including brown bears, moose, caribou, and muskox. From there, the tour will continue down the scenic Portage Valley, where visitors can take in spectacular views of towering mountains, cascading waterfalls, the beautiful Portage Lake, and numerous glaciers, including the Explorer and Byron Glaciers. On the return trip, visitors will enjoy a provided lunch in Girdwood, a quaint town surrounded by the northernmost temperate rainforest. Overall, a tour of Turnagain Arm, the AWCC, and Portage Valley is a fantastic way to experience the natural beauty and wildlife of Alaska and to learn about the history and culture of this incredible state.

Full-Day Tour in Turnagain

NEW for 2025! Maximize your adventure aboard this flexible seven-hour Kenai Fjords National Park cruise. Explore the day’s most spectacular sights as your captain selects their route based on current conditions, wildlife reports and expert insights. More time on the water and more freedom means more opportunities for costal Alaska magic, from breaching whale sightings to moments spent marveling at calving tidewater glaciers.

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Captain's Choice Kenai Fjords National Park Tour from Seward

Captain's Choice Kenai Fjords National Park Tour from Seward

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the best of Ketchikan on this full-day tour, featuring stunning wildlife and cultural highlights. Visit the salmon-filled Ketchikan Creek, explore Rotary Beach for sea creatures and potential whale sightings, and spot seals, eagles, and bears at Herring Cove. Conclude with a visit to Saxman Native Village to admire one of Alaska's largest totem pole collections and learn about indigenous traditions.

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2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Ketchikan All In One

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Start your trip in homer, alaska. Travel on a float plane across the inlet to your unforgettable adventure. Once in the park Choose if you would like to be guided up to Brooks Falls or go explore Katmai National Park. Bear tours offer a chance to observe grizzly bears in their natural habitats. Each experience is designed to provide a taste of Alaska's stunning landscapes and rich wildlife. These adventures promise to create lasting memories.

Brooks Falls Bear Viewing

6 hours

Treat yourself to an abundance of wildlife viewing with this 4-hour Kenai Fjords cruise in Resurrection Bay from Seward Harbor. Travel 55 miles (round-trip) along a rugged coastline and snap plenty of memorable photos as you sail past Bear Glacier. Sail close to sea lion colonies and seabird rookeries, and keep your eyes peeled for whales, sea otters, Dall’s porpoises, eagles and mountain goats.

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from $1,395

Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half-Day Wildlife Cruise

Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half-Day Wildlife Cruise

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore Chugach State Park's Eagle River trail system without the risk of getting lost when you hike on a small-group guided tour. Lovers of the outdoors won't want to miss the opportunity to hike through boreal forests and glaciated valleys, to see where salmon spawn, and to spot wildlife like bears, moose, and birds. Meet your guide at a designated spot and enjoy a moderate five-hour hike.

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Summer Valley and Forest Hike

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Do you like jaw-dropping views? A good workout? Learning about Denali? If you answered “no” to any of those questions, this tour isn’t for you. But if you answered yes… Ready? Leave the buses and boardwalks behind. Hike high into the Alaska Range. Feel the wind in your hair. As the views unfold, you can’t peel your eyes away. The rugged mountains rise around you like castles. The wide valleys stretch into the distance. The greens, reds, and blues of the tundra create a patchwork quilt unlike any other. Now pick your jaw back up! There’s more to see, and higher to go! Toil further up the steep ridge. Scramble over jagged rocks. Stroll through dips full of delicate wildflowers. Later in the season, enjoy the bounty of wild blueberries, lingonberries, currants, and more. So tell me - will you settle for the buses and boardwalks most people in Denali see? Or will you come with us and adventure into the Alaska Range, seeing views normally reserved for the Dall sheep? The choice is yours.

Stunning ridge lines and jaw-dropping views!

Denali Alaska Range 5hr Mountain Hike w/Views & Naturalist Guide

What makes this tour truly unique is the guide's unparalleled experience and intimate knowledge of the South Klondike Highway, which he affectionately calls"my Office." With over 30 years of exploring every inch and curve of this route, the guide knows the landscape intimately, including the best spots to find wildlife. Boasting a 99% success rate for spotting Mountain Goats and almost guaranteeing a sighting, the guide utilizes an excellent spotting scope to bring these amazing animals into sharp focus. Beyond wildlife expertise, the guide is also a professional photographer, ensuring you'll capture stunning memories with photos taken at the most picturesque locations. Weather permitting, the tour includes opportunities for short hikes that reveal a hidden world just steps from the highway, showcasing areas rarely visited by other tours. This tour offers an immersive experience with a local expert, promising adventure, discovery, and guaranteed fun!

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Full Day Emerald Lake Tour With Huskies

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Spend 2 hours out on the Auke Bay Harbor's waters searching for humpback whales during this boat tour from Juneau. Listen to commentary from your guide and keep a lookout for other marine animals such as orca, bald eagles, and sea lions. Cap off the cruise with a 5-minute stop to snap photos of Mendenhall Glacier. Snacks, refreshments, and round-trip transportation from the Mt. Roberts Tramway in Juneau provided.

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Ultimate Juneau Whale Watch

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $156

Get out of the city and discover the stunning scenery that surrounds Anchorage. This small-group tour takes you south along the Seward Highway to soak up ocean and mountain views on the way to Alyeska Ski Area where an an aerial tram takes you 2,300 feet (700 meters) above sea level. Afterward, visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to learn how sanctuary cares for the Last Frontier’s injured and orphaned animals and see resident wildlife including grizzly bear, moose, caribou, and musk ox.

Aerial Tram and Wildlife Center tour from Anchorage

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Misty Fjords and Wilderness Explorer from Ketchikan

5 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $219

Avoid having to rent a car and explore the Klondike Highway on this guided tour from Skagway, Alaska, to Emerald Lake, Yukon. Travel through the historic district and learn all about the Gold Rush, and take in the scenery as you journey through White Pass Summit. Visit a First Nations village to have a browse in the shops and grab lunch (at your own expense). The vehicle fits a maximum of six people, so it is nice and intimate.

Private luxury shore excursion Skagway, AK to Emerald Lake, Yukon.

Wild Adventure Yukon Tour into Canada including City and Summit

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Myra_H, Jun 2026

Amazing trip with Beautiful Scenery

What a wonderful trip, beautiful scenery. Our driver Ben provided an interesting narrative along the way. We loved having the opportunity to stop for photo opportunities several times. Ben was kind enough to take pictures of all our groups by the Yukon sign going up and the Alaska sign coming back. Pictures don’t do the scenery justice. Getting to see the beauty of Emerald Lake was amazing. We were on this tour for 6.5 to 7 hours. Highly recommend.

Mendenhall Glacier Trolley Tour

Robert_O, Jun 2026

Trolley Trip with Terrific Troy

Troy gave us lots of local info and highlights on the way to the glacier - pointed out the eagles and even a bear sighting! We squeezed in the East Glacier Trail and Photo point before getting back on for the trip back.. recommend Juneau Tours for a comfortable and fun way to visit Mendenhall.

Skagway Shore Excursion: White Pass Summit and Skagway City Tour

Jacinta_B, Jun 2026

Booked through viator....

Booked through viator. Was looking for a lowkey nice scenery tour with photo opportunities and it had delivered! Our guide (forgot his name! 12:30 excursion- had a garden plot with his wife) was very knowledgeable about the areas! His humor was funny and he kept us entertained. Did a short hike to reed falls, an overview of all of Skagway, saw very beautiful mountain areas and wildlife! Will recommend this tour to others!

Ketchikan Duck Tour

Harry_W, May 2026

Fun Adventure

A really FUN city tour / harbor tour! Totally enjoyable. Only ‘comment’ would be to show up at least 30 minutes early as location on ticket may be a 30 minute walk from where YOUR tour may actually start. We checked it at noon for a 12:30 tour and still barely made it from the ticket location to Pier 4 where OUR tour began.

PREMIUM Sitka Scenic Tour

daringreenlees, May 2026

Great your visiting native bears and birds

Great tour seeing bears and birds up close. The stops took in seeing animals recuperating in a recovery area (some are released to the wild but some kept as not safe to be released). We saw multiple brown and black bears and also saw eagles/owls. Beautiful creatures. We also visited some of the rainforest and totem poles with our knowledgable guide.

Juneau Underground Gold Mine and Panning Experience

Rachel_B, Sep 2025

Great family-friendly outting

We scheduled this last minute due to bad weather having us in port for 2 days instead of 1. This was the perfect thing to do during the rain. The guides were all fantastic in their respective portions from learning about inside the mine from the son of a miner that used to work there to those teaching us about the history of the area and about how to pan for gold.

Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half-Day Wildlife Cruise

Hector_T, Sep 2025

Orca-strating the Perfect Experience

If you’re even thinking about taking a Kenai Fjords boat tour, stop thinking and just book it. Our experience was beyond incredible. We were lucky enough to witness a super pod of over 50 orcas — something truly rare to see this late in the year, and absolutely unforgettable. But it didn’t stop there. We also spotted harbor seals lounging on the rocks, bald eagles soaring overhead, playful sea otters, and even mountain goats high up on the cliffs. It felt like nature put on a private show just for us. The wildlife was amazing, but so were the people. The captain and crew were fantastic — knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely passionate about what they do. They made sure everyone had the best possible views, answered questions, and created such a fun and welcoming atmosphere onboard. This wasn’t just a boat ride; it was an adventure I’ll never forget. If you’re in Alaska, this is an absolute must-do.

2.5-Hour Denali Wilderness ATV Adventure Tour

Hina_J, Sep 2025

Unforgettable Denali Adventure – Scenic, Rugged, and So Much Fun!

We did this ATV tour in the Denali area with my husband and another couple, and it was amazing to say the least! From start to finish, the customer service was excellent. The shuttle picked us up and brought us to the ATV site, where we went through a safety briefing. Before heading out, the guides ensured everyone was comfortable operating the ATVs on a small practice course. Once the ride began, the real adventure started—it was bumpy, rugged, and everything I imagined Alaska to be. The guides were fantastic: courteous, safety-conscious, and very engaging. They kept us informed about the surroundings and made the whole experience fun and safe. The trail took us up to a higher area with breathtaking mountain views, then down into a riverbed where we saw a mountain that once housed a glacier in the background. The scenery was absolutely stunning. Riding through the riverbed was a highlight—the water was active and we even got to go through some deeper spots. The ATVs handled it perfectly, and we felt lucky since the guides mentioned the water isn’t always low enough to cross. Midway through, it got a little rough for me based on my skill level, and the guides immediately accommodated me by switching me into a side-by-side vehicle so I could continue comfortably. That level of attentiveness really stood out. All in all, it was an unforgettable experience that every one of us enjoyed. The combination of adventure, scenery, and great guides makes this tour a must-do if you’re in Denali!

Denali Experience Flightseeing Tour from Talkeetna

annettegoldwasser, Aug 2025

Flying on the plane...

Flying on the plane overlooking Denali/Mount McKinley was incredible. We were so close to the mountains. Landing on the Glacier was awesome. I would highly recommend this excursion. Our pictures do not do it justice. You have to see it for yourself. My only negative comment is that the pilot should have been more personable.

Half Day Yukon Suspension Bridge & Summit Tour

Raju_M, Jul 2025

Great experience

We truly enjoyed the trip! We were a group of eight and chose this tour because we wanted the flexibility to hop on and off for photos. We also booked the White Pass train excursion through our NCL cruise. The tour guide was fantastic—he made several scenic stops for pictures along the way. We had a full hour to explore the Yukon Suspension Bridge at our own pace, which was a great experience.