All Anchorage Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Glaciers and Wildlife: Super Scenic Day Tour from Anchorage

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Just an hour’s scenic drive from Anchorage along the breathtaking Seward Highway, Portage Glacier offers an unforgettable Alaskan adventure. Board the M/V Ptarmigan, a custom-built sightseeing vessel designed for optimal glacier viewing, including a heated cabin with expansive windows and an open-air top deck. During the one-hour cruise, you’ll glide across the waters of Portage Lake, journeying past cascading waterfalls and steep mountain cliffs. Get up close to the towering wall of Portage Glacier, and with a bit of luck, witness the thrilling sight (and sound!) of calving ice. A U.S. Forest Service ranger provides expert narration, sharing fascinating insights into the area's history, geology, and wildlife. This budget-friendly and family-friendly tour operates daily from mid-May to mid-September, with five departures to fit your schedule. This is the perfect stop to experience one of the state's most iconic glaciers.

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Portage Glacier Cruise Experience in Anchorage

Portage Glacier Cruise Experience in Anchorage

1 hourFree Cancellation

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from $59

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

4.6

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from $133

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

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.

Summer - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $200

Alaska Wildlife Day Tour with Free Hotel Pickup

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

• Learn about Anchorage's rich history of dog mushing. • Run on the trail system of the Tozier Track, legendary race venue. • Your dogsled ride is guided by a third-generation musher Robert Redington. His family has been involved in sled dog racing in downtown Anchorage since the 1950s, carrying on a proud tradition in the sport. His grandfather is Joe Redington Sr. who is known as the "Father of the Iditarod". • Experience real Alaskan summer dryland mushing without leaving Anchorage.

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from $122

Anchorage's Authentic Dog Sledding Experience

Anchorage's Authentic Dog Sledding Experience

1 hourFree Cancellation

Hop aboard a red trolley in downtown Anchorage during this deluxe city tour, focused on local culture and history. See top landmarks including Earthquake Park, Lake Hood Harbor, and the Alaska Railroad Depot. Get off the trolley at designated photo stops and ask your guide questions to learn more. Watch seaplanes land on Lake Hood and keep an eye out for wildlife like moose during the tour.

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from $105

Anchorage Trolley's Deluxe City Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $50

Destination You Don’t Want to Miss: Girdwood, Alaska We invite you to study Girdwood and see why it’s a destination not to miss! Let us be your premium transfer service from Anchorage Airport, downtown hotels, or our office at 509 W 3rd Avenue (across from the Hilton) directly to Alyeska Resort and Girdwood. Just 45 minutes south of Anchorage, this mountain town in Chugach State Park is surrounded by glaciers, waterfalls, rainforest, and towering peaks—an authentic Alaska experience you’ll never forget. Girdwood offers iconic Turnagain Arm scenery, year-round adventure from skiing to hiking, glaciers, wildlife, and a vibrant mountain-town culture with dining, breweries, art, and music. Take the time to explore Girdwood and discover why travelers consider it the heart of Alaska’s beauty and adventure. With the Girdwood Express, enjoy a scenic, stress-free ride—no rental car, parking, or winter driving worries. Shared-ride, advance purchase required; scheduling may vary.

45 minutesFree Cancellation

Alyeska/Girdwood Express

4.6

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from $50

Moose walking on sidewalk next to trolley

Anchorage Trolley's 1-Hour City Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.6

(2,687)

from $25

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

5.0

(115)

from $55

Portage Glacier Cruise and Wildlife Explorer Tour

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $239

Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Denali One Way

8 hours

4.4

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from $205

See the Chugach Range from the air as your helicopter flight takes you over snow capped mountain peaks and braided river valleys to land on over 300 feet of glacial ice thousands of years old! Experience majestic blue pools, stunning, swirling moulins, deep crevasses and dramatic ice formations that continue to fascinate and attract the explorer in all of us when you step foot and trek around the surface of the Knik Glacier. The mighty Knik, one of the largest glaciers left in Southcentral Alaska, is 26 miles in length and 6 miles across at its toe and is just one of several glaciers in the ancient river valley. In addition to spotting wildlife from the air (moose, dall sheep, spawning salmon, and bears), you’ll have an eagle’s eye view of towering waterfalls, glacial iceberg-filled lakes, and the untouched wilderness of the Alaska backcountry. Enjoy a once in a lifetime Glacier Plunge in the summer months at no additional cost! Approx. 40 mins flight time w/ 45 mins on glacier.

Knik Glacier Helicopter Flight-90 Mins-1 Landing-Anchorage Area

Knik Glacier Helicopter Flight-90 Mins-1 Landing-Anchorage Area

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

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from $519

The Turnagain Arm in the Gulf of Alaska boasts abundant Alaskan wildlife within easy access of Anchorage. Learn about the local ecosystem from a guide with extensive knowledge of the area as you drive down the peninsula, with opportunities to spot wild animals in their natural environment as you go. Includes a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and a drive past the glaciers on Portage Glacier Road.

Wildlife and Glaciers with a walk in the Rainforest

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

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from $149

See the Portage Glacier on a small-group tour from Anchorage. Follow the scenic Seward Parkway through the breathtaking landscape of the Turnagain Arm waterway, stopping at Beluga Point and the Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge to look for wildlife. Take a cruise on Portage Lake to observe the Portage Glacier up close, then check out wild animals that are being rehabilitated at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Stop for provided light snacks and water in the town of Girdwood near Mt. Alyeska and take in the Chugach Mountains.

Glacier & Wildlife Discovery Tour

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Make the most of the trip from Anchorage to the Whittier Cruise Terminal with a wildlife tour that takes you on the scenic Seward Highway and through the stunning Portage Pass. Learn about the history of the area from your driver-guide then stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where injured and orphaned animals are rehabilitated. Your final stop is the cruise terminal in time for departure.

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Anchorage to Whittier Wildlife Adventure

Anchorage to Whittier Wildlife Adventure

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $79

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

6 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

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from $199

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

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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Portage Glacier Express with Van Transfer from Anchorage

Portage Glacier Express with Van Transfer from Anchorage

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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

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from $69

Nature lovers can spend the day exploring the Matanuska Glacier on a hiking tour that traverses the glacier’s picturesque terrain. Along the way, your guide teaches you about the dynamic glacial features including seracs, moulons, and crevasses. While it is easy to get views of the glacier on your own, a guided hike on the glacier itself provides a completely different perspective of the otherworldly landscape.

Matanuska Glacier Hike Day Tour

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Alaska Native Heritage Center Admission Ticket

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from $329

Enjoy a 4 hour tour from Anchorage to the Seward Cruise Terminal. Traveling on the scenic Seward Highway and through the stunning Turnagain Pass. Your driver will guide you through the history of the Kenai Peninsula and Turnagain Pass from the Indigenous people who first lived there, to Russian fur traders to the discovery of gold, coal, and oil. This tour includes a stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. The nonprofit center that is dedicated to preservation, education, research, and animal care. The center takes in injured and orphaned animals to rehabilitate and provide permanent homes at the center. Pick up times: 11:30 Downtown Anchorage - (939 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501) Hotel Captain Cook 12:00 Anchorage Airport - Baggage Claim level outside door #1 in the courtyard by the large red semicircles.

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Anchorage to Seward Wildlife Adventure

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from $99

Ride & Roam: Mystery Sightseeing Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Summer - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage

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from $149

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Kimberly_S, Jun 2026

A must do!!

Absolute must do!! Our guide was GREG and he was awesome! We had so many spots to stop to take pictures, lots of interesting facts was shared with the group, and overall it was a fabulous day. The glacier cruise is a must do!! Animals were beautiful at the wildlife center!

Anchorage's Authentic Dog Sledding Experience

Paula_N, Jun 2026

Very informative tour

So glad we did this tour. It was very informative and you could tell that the couple leading the tour were passionate about dog sledding and welcomed any questions. They took us for a short ride around the track. We went during a very warm June week but the dogs were still eager to take us for a ride. We also go to hold some pups.

Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour

Jacquelyn_S, Jun 2026

We had a wonderful time. ...

We had a wonderful time. This tour was a great experience that allowed us to see lots of things. We enjoyed the small group. We especially enjoyed driving through the tunnel to Whittier on the train track, seeing glaciers and seeing all the wildlife. Mark was a wonderful tour guide and was very committed to making the most of the tour. We highly recommend this tour.

Portage Glacier Cruise Experience in Anchorage

Caitlin_Z, Jun 2026

Great Family Experience

My family and I definitely enjoyed our time on the tour. My in-laws had a blast talking to the staff, as well as viewing the glacier sites with their family! Guides were very kind and thoughtful with taking photos for us and providing information and answering questions!

Anchorage Trolley's 1-Hour City Tour

Kathleen_A, Jun 2026

Fun and informative way to see the town

We booked the one-hour trolley tour last minute to kill time before heading to the airport. We hadn’t spent much time in Anchorage at all during our trip and it was nice to see the interesting parts quickly and learn some neat facts. Alice was also a hoot as a tour guide - great job!

Anchorage Trolley's Deluxe City Tour

Ann_T, Jun 2026

What a great tour! Donna...

What a great tour! Donna was our guide, and she was a fount of knowledge. As a retired English teacher, she was also a great storyteller. We learned so much about Anchorage and the surrounding areas that we never could have known had we explored on our own. We saw beluga whales! The weather was glorious, and we had a clear view of Denali. Spectacular!!

Grand Knik Helicopter Tour - 2 hours 3 landings - ANCHORAGE AREA

Elizabeth_K, Jun 2026

Worth the money!

Words can’t describe how incredible this experience was! Aaron was a great pilot (and photographer) and took us to 3 amazing spots that we could not have gotten to on our own. We got to walk around in each location and decide how long we wanted to spend at each. We chose to spend most of our time on the glacier, which was a blast to walk around with spikes on our shoes. Bring a water bottle to drink some glacier water! I definitely think the value was worth the price. We were a couple in the helicopter alone with the pilot and each spot had no one there. Do it!!!

Knik Glacier Helicopter Flight-90 Mins-1 Landing-Anchorage Area

JoshuaPoole, Jun 2026

Outstanding, the best...

Outstanding, the best helicopter tour I have ever taken. They are friendly, informative, and make sure you are safe and enjoying the experience. I was staying downtown but used Uber to/from the starting point and it worked out well (just make sure to pre-schedule the return ride).

Glaciers and Wildlife: Super Scenic Day Tour from Anchorage

Georgianna_R, May 2026

Best 8hrs of my trip to Anchorage. Beautiful tour!

No matter what the weather is in Anchorage…….bring a raincoat and dress in layers……the weather can change in 30 mins from 50’s and sunny to 30’s and freezing rain. Lol. But the tour was awesome with breathtaking views and Tony the tour guide was amazing!!

Matanuska Glacier Hike Day Tour

Nilay_C, May 2026

What a wonderful trip. Strongly recommend

What a wonderful and memorable trip. The guide who picked me up and drove to the glacier trail head was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Also the guide at the Gracier hike was also expert at their craft. And during the drive and during the hike so many beautiful sceneries. It's like a dream. Strongly recommend

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

Lillian_F, May 2026

Great day in Anchorage

Melissa was terrific! Such a pleasure to spend the day with. She really went really went out of her way to make sure everyone was having a good time. The itinerary was fun. A great mix of scenic views, learning about Alaska and experiencing authentic Alaska tastes and sites. Highly recommend it.