Top Anchorage Bus Tours

See the best of Anchorage's highlights in one efficient morning or afternoon tour. Learn more about the city's culture, history, and wildlife, without missing the surrounding viewpoints and scenic photo ops. Your guide knows all the best places to visit and all the most interesting things to see, leading your small-group on a concise route around the local area. Keep your eyes peeled for moose and other native wildlife species.

A visit to Lake Hood - the busiest float plane base in the world!

Anchorage City Tour and Highlights

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Depart downtown Anchorage for a fast and scenic getaway to one of Alaska’s most iconic and accessible glaciers. Travel along the breathtaking Turnagain Arm and into Portage Valley, surrounded by towering peaks, hanging glaciers, and lush temperate rainforest. Upon arriving at Portage Lake, board the MV Ptarmigan for an unforgettable one-hour cruise across iceberg-dotted waters to the towering face of Portage Glacier. While conditions on the lake can vary, the journey offers unparalleled views of the glacier and surrounding landscape. Throughout the cruise, onboard deckhand staff provide engaging narration about the area’s glacial history, wildlife, and natural features. With round-trip transportation included and a total duration of just 3.5 hours, the Portage Glacier Express delivers a high-impact Alaska experience perfect for guests with limited time or anyone wanting a quick, immersive adventure from Anchorage.

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from $55

Portage Glacier Express with Van Transfer from Anchorage

Portage Glacier Express with Van Transfer from Anchorage

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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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from $123

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

PRISTINE - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience in Anchorage

(3,299)

from $220

Let an insider lead the way around Anchorage on this half-day, small-group tour of the city, featuring stops at must-see attractions including Ship Creek and Alaska Wild Berry Products. Gain a deeper understanding of local culture as you learn the history and folklore behind key Anchorage attractions. With both walking and driving components, you get to stretch your legs and rest. Sample reindeer sausage, smoked salmon, and other local treats.

Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage

Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(919)

from $69

Meet the animals of Alaska on a half-day tour from Anchorage. Travel down the gorgeous Seward Parkway along the Turnagain Arm waterway to viewpoints including Bird Point and Beluga Point. Take in the breathtaking scenery, then continue to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Go inside the sprawling nature preserve for injured animals to view large land animals, such as fox, lynx, grizzly bear, caribou, wood bison and more up close.

Alaska Wildlife Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the charming city of Anchorage and its cultural heritage during a relaxed small group tour around its key landmarks and points of interest. Highlights include an Alaskan ulu knife making demonstration at the Ulu Factory, sampling chocolate at the Anchorage Chocolate Factory, home to the world’s largest chocolate waterfall, and discovering Earthquake Park, famously formed by the 1964 Alaska earthquake.

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from $119

Savor many varieties of Alaskan made Chocolates, yum!

Anchorage City Tour, w/Choc Factory Samplings

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(300)

from $65

Escape the cruise crowds and experience authentic Alaska in one incredible day. On this small-group tour, you’ll journey from Anchorage—in luxury—to witness Byron Glacier's majesty with an easy, guided walk along the river. Then, you’ll get guaranteed wildlife encounters with bears, moose, and wolves at the Conservation Center. Local guides, hotel pickup, and thoughtful touches make this adventure effortless (and effortlessly unforgettable).

Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour

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.

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from $177

Lovely Portage Glacier from the mv Ptarmigan glacier cruise

Glaciers and Wildlife: Super Scenic Day Tour from Anchorage

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Traveling from Anchorage to Whittier Cruise Port transforms into an unforgettable adventure filled with stunning landscapes and wildlife. This scenic transfer takes you through Turnagain Arm, where breathtaking glacier views await, along with a visit to Alaska’s renowned wildlife conservation center. Designed for cruise passengers, this tour ensures you experience the best of Southcentral Alaska while heading to your cruise terminal, maximizing your last day on land. - Enjoy a scenic drive from Anchorage to Whittier Cruise Port - Discover the natural beauty of Turnagain Arm and glacier views - Visit Alaska's wildlife conservation center along the way - Specifically designed for cruise passengers to enhance their journey

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from $235

Anchorage to Whittier Cruise Transfer with Wildlife

Anchorage to Whittier Cruise Transfer with Wildlife

Exclusive VIP Alaska Tour Embark on a unique experience to see the stunning landscapes of Alaska, curated for a group of up to five people. Immerse in the breathtaking natural beauty and wildlife of this majestic state. Experience Alaska's raw beauty on a scenic drive along Turnagain Arm and Chugach National Forest. Enjoy: Breathtaking coastal views, unique flora and fauna, marvel ice formations of ancient, blue-hued glaciers, Expert insights and unbeatable photo ops. The AWCC is a haven home for some of these incredible animals, Including: bears, moose, bison, wolf and more. Your private VIP access ensures a more intimate and exclusive experience, allowing you to truly appreciate the conservation efforts to protect these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. Enjoy a unique Alaskan culinary experience. With an opportunity to savor reindeer, buffalo or elk hotdog prepared with farmed meats. This meal option is not included in the price of the tour.

from $190

VIP Tour from Anchorage to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $198

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

Six hours, one unforgettable road. This small-group tour (14 guests max) trades the big motorcoach for a comfortable Mercedes Sprinter and a born-and-raised Alaskan guide who's been driving Turnagain Arm his whole life. Heading south from Anchorage, the Seward Highway squeezes between the Chugach Mountains and the sea. We pull off at Beluga Point to glass the water for beluga whales and the cliffs for Dall sheep and bald eagles. Then it's on to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where rescued bears, moose, bison, caribou, and muskox live in big natural enclosures — your best shot at photographing all of Alaska's icons in one afternoon. Lunch happens like a local: Girdwood Brewing Company, in a mountain ski town, with rotating Alaska food trucks. We finish in Portage Valley with views of Explorer and Byron Glaciers and a short walk through mossy rainforest before heading home. Small van, real Alaskan, flexible stops when wildlife appears. Come see the Alaska between the postcards.

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from $199

Turnagain Arm, Wildlife Center & Glaciers: Small-Group Tour

Turnagain Arm, Wildlife Center & Glaciers: Small-Group Tour

Transform your Seward-Anchorage transfer into yet another unforgettable Alaskan adventure. This intimate VIP tour—via luxury Mercedes Sprinter—showcases Alaska's finest: meet rescued wildlife at the Conservation Center, explore the majestic Byron Glacier, and spot Dall sheep at Beluga Point. Enjoy personalized guidance, optional lunch in Girdwood, and flexible drop-off, all while traveling in executive comfort.

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from $130

Seward to Anchorage Cruise Transfer & Wildlife Tour

Hit the road with the Alaska Self-Guided Bundle, including tours for Anchorage, Seward, Homer, and Denali. Cruise the Seward Highway for glacier views, coastal wildlife, and big mountain scenery, then follow the Sterling Highway through turquoise lakes and Kenai Peninsula towns to Homer. From Anchorage, head north on the Parks Highway via Eagle River, the Mat-Su Valley, and Talkeetna to Denali State Park and Denali National Park. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, entering your unique password, and accessing your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

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from $227

Alaska Road Trip: Anchorage, Seward, Homer & Denali Audio Tour

Alaska Road Trip: Anchorage, Seward, Homer & Denali Audio Tour

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Alaska Wildlife Day Tour with Free Hotel Pickup

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from $40

Per group

JB the coastal brown bear enjoys a swim at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

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from $122

Anchorage to Seward Cruise Transfer & Wildlife Tour

4.8

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from $227

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.

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

Discover the picturesque scenery of Alaska aboard the Coastal Classic Train from Anchorage to Seward. Travel along the rugged coastline of the Turnagain Arm and then through Alaskan backcountry wilderness and watch for views of glaciers, steep river canyons, and waterfalls during the journey. The train arrives in Seward early in the day, leaving plenty of time to explore on your own or book other excursions.

Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Seward One Way

Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Seward One Way

4 hours 30 minutes

4.7

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from $133

Glacier Cruise and Wildlife Discovery from Anchorage

Depart downtown Anchorage and travel along one of America’s most scenic routes — the Seward Highway and Turnagain Arm — into the wilderness beyond. Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, a 200-acre sanctuary where rescued and orphaned Alaskan animals such as brown bears, muskox, bison, wolves, and moose roam in naturalistic habitats. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Alaska’s wildlife before continuing to Portage Lake, where you’ll board the MV Ptarmigan with Portage Glacier Cruises for an unforgettable, narrated hour-long cruise among cascading waterfalls to within a few hundred feet of the towering face of Portage Glacier. You may even hear the thunderous crack of the glacier calving. This combination of wildlife viewing, scenic driving, and glacier cruising creates a compact and unforgettable Alaskan day trip, perfect for nature lovers and first-time visitors alike.

Glacier Cruise and Wildlife Discovery from Anchorage

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.0

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from $175

This exclusive, small-group hike on the Matanuska Glacier is a once-in-a-lifetime experience which will leave you with a greater appreciation for one of nature’s most fascinating phenomena. Discover your inner glaciologist as you traverse across ice fields, hearing the cracking sounds of the glacier moving, and learn about the makings of the glacier in detail from your expert guide. Round off the adventure with local honey and wine tasting.

Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore the rugged wilderness around Anchorage, Alaska with the help of your expert guide on this private tour. Sit back and relax as you go straight from your hotel to a short tour of Anchorage then onto the scenic Glenn Highway. Visit a reindeer farm before heading up into the mountains to the stunning Hatcher Pass. Your day includes a stop in Palmer and a scenic nature stroll before returning to your hotel.

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from $315

Hatcher Pass Views, Reindeer & Iditarod Dogs, Anchorage Pick Up

Hatcher Pass Views, Reindeer & Iditarod Dogs, Anchorage Pick Up

Private Arrival Transfer from Anchorage Airport (ANC)

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from $187

15 minutesFree Cancellation

3.8

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from $62

Price varies by group size

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.

Sled Dog Ride and Scenic Drive from Anchorage

Sled Dog Ride and Scenic Drive from Anchorage

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Turnagain Arm, Wildlife Center & Glaciers: Small-Group Tour

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from $289

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What are people saying about Anchorage

Sujat_J, Aug 2026

Enjoyable tour with a knowledgeable and attentive guide.

Tim is a great guide. Made the effort to strike up conversations with everyone, clearly very attentive. He was friendly and lively and was very knowledgeable, fulling us in with many historical facts. The animals at the conservation center were delightful. The Portege glacier was magnificent. Lunch was delicious. Highly recommend the Deck Hand steak sandwich. At the end of the trip, Tim was kind enough to drop us off at the airport to catch our return flight. Saved us the hassle of going back to the hotel.

Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Seward One Way

Amanda_P, Aug 2026

Coastal Train Anchorage to Seward

Definitely show up an hour early to check your bags and make sure you are ready to board. Service was quick all the way from checking bags to getting my printed ticket. There's a gift shop and coffee joint inside, once you board there is assigned seating, if you're on a budget the Adventure Class is good but if you want the better experience then the GoldStar is the way to go. Overall guides were knowledgeable about the route and the things to see, it was a great experience! Would recommend this to anyone! Can't wait to take different routes and explore the rest of Alaska Railroad.

Wildlife and Glaciers with a walk in the Rainforest

Harlan_T, Aug 2026

First time in Alaska

Great introduction to Alaska’s beauty and natural wonders. Perfect for first time visitors or visitors who don’t have a lot of time. Convenient start and finish location. The advertised content matched the actual content. The guide was terrific and provided a comprehensive information.

Alaska Helicopter Tour with Glacier Landing - 60 mins - ANCHORAGE AREA

Richard_F, Aug 2026

An Unforgettable Glacier Adventure

Alaska Helicopter Tours delivered a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience. They picked us up right at our Anchorage hotel for the easy hour-long drive to the launch point, and the whole team was friendly and accommodating from start to finish. The flight out to Knik Glacier was thrilling — breathtaking views and an exceptionally smooth ride. Our pilot, Jake, was professional throughout and made sure we felt well cared for the entire time. Standing on the glacier itself was humbling. Walking on thousand-year-old ice and taking in the sheer scale of this 25-mile glacier left us in awe, and the crystal-blue meltwater streams were incredible to see up close. The return flight brought its own magic — we spotted a black bear, three moose in separate waterholes, and two white mountain goats along the way. This was an experience and a set of memories we'll carry with us for a lifetime.

Anchorage City Tour, w/Choc Factory Samplings

Carl_S, Aug 2026

Amazing Anchorage with Dan

Dan was our tour guide to explore Anchorage and we could not have had a better guide. Dan was upbeat, knowledgeable, and friendly. We saw so many places on our tour. Some we passed by with a detailed history of each place. We stopped at the Uli knife store, the chocolate factory with free samples and the huge chocolate fountain, and a very unique fur store with amazing merchandise. We also went to the float plane marina to see the planes. This was an amazing tour and a very special way to get your introduction to Anchorage. Dan was the best tour guide!

Aerial Tram and Wildlife Center tour from Anchorage

James_H, Jul 2026

A great tour by the best guide.

During our week in Anchorage we booked a half dozen tours. Two of them were operated by Fronteer Tours one of which was the Aleyska Tram. Those two tours were both led by Alex and we're by far the best of the six. So much good information and such a pleasant person! Very very highly recommended!

Alaska Helicopter and Glacier Dogsled Tour - ANCHORAGE AREA

Ethan_V, Jul 2026

My wife & I loved this!

This is definitely an amazing experience that we won’t forget for a lifetime. Dylan, our pilot, and Madi, our dogsled team leader were 10/10!! The whole process was very smooth and simple - the helicopter ride to the glacier, snuggling with the dogs and puppies, and dogsledding were incredible times that I highly recommend to anyone!

Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour

Annette_B, Jul 2026

Rain or Shine!

The tour can be modified for rainy weather. Our guide, Mark, was knowledgeable and provided a fun and informative tour, despite the heavy rain and wind. We were able to drive through the wildlife refuge (can't do this on a big bus) and still saw lots of animals. People had the option to exit the vehicle for photos, while others stayed dry. When the rain cleared on the return trip, we stopped at a beautiful rainforest with a short walk to a waterfall. Mark helped us to make the best of a very rainy day. We definitely recommend this tour.

SCENIC-SUNSET Wilderness, Wildlife & Glacier Experience

Shon_M, Jul 2026

Great trip to the...

Great trip to the glacier! Our driver Patrick was so knowledgeable and gave us great advice. He even helped us set up our cell phone cameras for the best pictures. You get a little over 2 hours to hike around the glacier with a local guide. Our guide Sophie was excellent. This was a great way to fill up a day either pre or post-cruise if you are staying in Anchorage.

Anchorage City Tour and Highlights

Diane_P, Jun 2026

Outstanding experience and value

Really great tour for a very informative, interesting, and enjoyable introduction to Anchorage. Comfortable van, I was seated in the very middle, in a middle seat, and I could see everything anyone else could see. Our guide David was outstanding. So friendly, so knowledgeable, so interesting, and some perfect site visits. Even if we had visited the same sites on our own, it wouldn't have been nearly as meaningful as it was with David's background and insights about everything. One site, I am sure we would never have even found without him, even with GPS. There was nothing bored, or boring, or memorized and rehearsed monotone delivery about this; everything David told us was alive and in the moment, and you knew it came from a deep well of familiarity with and love for Alaska and Anchorage; I know he could have kept talking so much more, and it would have all been super interesting. He kept us engaged and fascinated the entire 2 1/2 hours. I loved the small group, max of 12; so much more personal. I would do this tour again.

Tony Knowles Coastal Trail Scenic Bike Tour - MOST POPULAR

Danielle_B, Jun 2026

Great ride

I’ve only rode a bike once when I was younger & I fell really hard.. Never rode a bike since then so I was scared to book this tour, but I’m so glad I did! Was easy, all down hill, paved trail & in the shade with an exception of one itty bitty small uphill climb. Bike was comfortable, even for my short legs as I am 4’11 The weather was perfect for biking! 3 hours went by fast! I want to do it again! Might even buy a bike now! Saw one moose & it’s baby

Alaska Wildlife Day Tour with Free Hotel Pickup

Bridget_W, Sept 2025

What a day!

Hotel pick up and return was a huge bonus. Our guide, Billy learned our names and helped us get the very best out of the day with his knowledge of the areas we visited. The Portage glacier boat tour rocked with plenty of photo ops. The trip to the AWCC was made even better with Billy's ability to lead us to the best viewing of the animals because he was so familiar with the site. I highly recommend this tour experience and commend Billy for an amazing day.