Top USA Winter Sports - page 3

Explore the wilderness outside Anchorage with a local guide who knows where to spot wildlife and gain the best views throughout the year. Enter the Chugach National Forest to search for moose, bear, and other native wildlife. You’ll also visit Glacier Valley, home to several “hanging” glaciers and a lake of pure glacier water.

Enjoy the view from some of Colorado’s highest peaks with a full-day mountain tour from Denver. Escape the city without renting a car as a driver and guide takes you high into the Rocky Mountains, traveling above timberline on Trail Ridge Road and to the top of Mt. Evans for stunning photos. Stroll around an alpine lake, look for big horn sheep and other Colorado wildlife, and stop for lunch (own expense) in the mining town of Idaho Springs for a real taste of the Old West.

Take part in a quintessential Alaskan outdoor pursuit with this dog sledding and mushing experience, without the hassle of planning logistics. Get acquainted with the huskies and malamutes with just your guide and a small group for company. Learn basic commands and take part in a dog-sledding experience along a 2-5 mile trail, with guided commentary on dog mushing history. Walk away with souvenir photos delivered online at no extra charge.

Dog sledding is one of Alaska's many time-honored traditions and used to be the prime mode of transportation. On this private excursion from Fairbanks, you can experience a thrilling dog sled ride through the snow-covered forests. After your ride, enjoy one-on-one time with the dogs and their puppies and learn more about the Alaskan tradition.

Explore Oahu's waters on this submarine-style ride aboard the Atlantis Submarine. During this family-friendly adventure, learn about the local fish, coral, and other animals in this marine habitat through your guide's informative commentary. Descend 100 feet (30 meters) under the surface of the water without getting wet in a vehicle that is quiet and pollution-free, so marine life is undisturbed.

Hawaii's North Shore is one of the world's most famous surf spots. Try your hand at the water sport during your time in Oahu with this beginner surf lesson. Join a small group and learn about proper techniques on the sand as well as ocean etiquette. Then, it's time to hit the water to try and catch some waves while your instructor is on standby.

See the highlights of Washington DC in just one day, without having to rent a car, thanks to this convenient tour. Pass by key landmarks, including the White House, the US Capitol, Arlington National Cemetery, and the Lincoln Memorial. Explore the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum or the Natural History Museum with a guide providing helpful context throughout.

Speed through winter landscapes on this snowmobile adventure in North Pole. Follow an expert guide into the Chena Lakes Recreation area on remote mountain trails leading you across frozen lakes and rivers, and keep an eye out for wildlife. Then, park the snowmobile and wind down your adrenaline with a warm beverage, along with some snacks.

Explore the historic former mining town of Jerome, Arizona in a fun and interactive way on this scavenger hunt. Talk to locals and get creative with your teammates as you try to solve the clues provided by your guide in the Black Hills community that was once known as the “Wickedest Town in the West.”

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Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Las Vegas from the STRAT Tower Observation Deck, which stands 1,149 feet (350 meters) tall. Your tickets allows you to enjoy access to both the indoor and outdoor observation decks, and you can toast the occasion with signature drinks from the Air Bar (own expense).

Travel north from Anchorage through the MatSu Valley to the mushing capital of the world and go for a sled dog ride! Take in the sights while you let us do the driving en route to Willow, AK where you’ll experience a real Iditarod musher’s home kennel and witness their enthusiastic canine athletes. Go for an exhilarating overland sled dog ride powered by a team of authentic Alaska Huskies, and learn all about the sport of mushing and the world famous 1000-mile Iditarod Sled Dog Race. You’ll go for a dog-powered ride in a specially designed 2-person cart with your own personal musher and the chance to pet some friendly fluffy Alaska huskies! This 5.5 hour round-trip adventure will be one you won’t forget. Approximately 1.5 hour drive each way with 1.5+ hours at the kennel. Wheeled carts are used in summer (June-Sept.) & sleds in winter when there is sufficient snow on the ground. HOTEL PICKUP AVAILABLE IN WINTER ONLY; CONTACT TO ARRANGE. GROUPS OF 6< CONTACT FRONTIER TOURS TO BOOK.

On your reindeer tour, our experienced reindeer handlers will introduce you to the herd of reindeer at Borealis Basecamp, and you can feed, meet, and take pictures with these incredible animals. On your snowmachine tour, your route traces a path along the famous Trans Alaska Pipeline, with a detour through a genuine Alaskan trapline. This tour will treat you to sweeping views of the arctic valleys and the White Mountains as you ride at a comfortable pace through the snowy forest. Watch out for animal tracks in the snow, or if you're lucky enough, wild life sightings can happen even in the coldest of conditions! As you ride, your guide will point out notable features in the trail and can answer questions you may have about the area.

Drive your own sled-dog team with an Iditarod team of mushers, handlers and dogs on real snow in the middle of summer surrounded by amazing scenery. You can stand on the runners and mush a dog team or just sit on the sled and the mushers run the team. After your dogsled tour meet the canine athletes, and take pictures with your favorite dogs. After the mushing experience the helicopter whisks you off to a remote shoreline landing to view stunning glaciers and icebergs.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in New York City—and make traveling from the airport to Brooklyn easier—thanks to this prebooked, private transfer service that serves all three major NYC airports. With a professional driver to pick you up and take you directly to your hotel or private residence, you don’t have to wait on other travelers or navigate public transportation. Plus, relax and enjoy the sights from a comfortable sedan, minivan, or SUV.

See Sequoia National Park in an ethereal light—snow-covered, crowdless, and still. On this adventure, you’ll strap on your provided snowshoes on go for a moderate, 2.5-mile guided round-trip trek to Bear Hill, tracking wildlife and hiking amongst giants. At your destination, get cozy with a cup of cocoa/coffee/tea as you become a small part of this grove of titans.

Leave the mainland behind for the afternoon, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Monterey Bay, on this family-friendly whale-watching excursion. Grab a lifejacket and hop aboard: With your marine biologist guide’s assistance, you’ll look out for orca and humpback whales, dolphins, seals and sea lions, and much more as you cruise. As you go, take in the coastal views, and relax in the sea breezes.

Willow, Alaska is famed for its association with the Iditarod. This tour gives you a taste of life on the trail, without the hard work. At the family-owned and operated kennel, you'll meet the huskies and enjoy views of Denali as a musher leads your pack along private trails. The experience is wheelchair and stroller accessible, welcoming a wider range of travelers.

Enjoy a uniquely immersive and active way to experience the sparkling wintertime beauty of Colorado’s Front Range on this half-day snowshoeing adventure. With the help of state-of-the-art snowshoeing equipment, hike through pristine pine forests and open-air alpine meadows. Your experienced guide chooses trails that match your group's experience level, and which offer impressive views.

Enjoy an immersive nature experience—and give yourself the best chance of spotting whales and other marine wildlife—on this half-day boat tour of Monterey Bay. Monterey is the premier destination in Northern California for winter whale-watching, and your naturalist guides know the best places to spot them. Along the way, learn about the majestic animals, and look out for whales, dolphins, sea lions, sea birds, and more.

Winter is the perfect time to experience the Alaskan tradition of dog sledding. During this small-group experience, learn to mush with a professional musher. Then zip through the snowy birch forests with a sled dog team and feel the cold wind in your hair. Afterward, warm up with the puppies and learn what it takes for them to become champions.

Go dog mushing in the Alaskan wilderness with this guided experience. You'll head out with racing sled dogs on a 10-mile ride through the woods and over tundra, accessing quiet areas that you wouldn't otherwise get to experience. All the gear you will need will be provided, down to gloves and coats, so you need only simply show up.

Enjoy a fun, family-friendly, and completely unique way to explore downtown Kona with this scavenger hunt. Connect with your virtual host via WhatsApp and follow along with the interactive game in real-time as you explore the volcanic landscapes on foot. Choose team Turtle or Eagle, depending on the kind of challenge you want, and get set for two hours of exploring as you hunt for clues and carry out creative challenges

See the sights of Seward and visit Kenai Fjords National Park on this combo tour with lunch. With a guide, you'll stop by "Mile 0" of the Iditarod Trail, the home of the annual sled dog race, and marvel at Exit Glacier. Look for mountain wildlife, and take a dog sled ride to round out this Alaskan experience.