Top Alaska How to Get Around in 2026

Embark on a breathtaking journey through the icy waters of LeConte Bay, where sculpted icebergs drift beneath towering cliffs and the mighty LeConte Glacier carves its way through the landscape. Cruise among floating ice formations and watch for seals, eagles, and possibly even whales as your captain navigates this ever-changing wilderness. After your glacier experience, continue on to the charming fishing town of Petersburg, where you'll have time to explore its colorful harbor, learn about its rich Norwegian heritage, and enjoy a relaxed stroll through this authentic Southeast Alaskan community. This unforgettable day blends wild glacial beauty with small-town culture, offering a true taste of Alaska by land and sea. This small-group experience offers up-close views and expert narration about the region’s geology, wildlife, and glacial dynamics. Whether you’re an adventurer, a photographer, or simply a lover of raw natural beauty, this tour promises awe at every turn.

Come experience true Alaskan homestead life! Meet 20 traditional Huskies, relax in your Arctic tent, help with dog meals, see dog hair spun into yarn, and learn how we thrive in the Arctic. Hear stories of living with good dogs in Alaska.

Open 10PM-2AM. Spend a late Fairbanks evening the way it's meant to be spent - warm, relaxed, and under a truly dark sky. Our cozy indoor facility has comfortable lounge seating and a big projector screen, perfect for settling in while you wait for the lights. When you're ready, step outside to our fire pits and watch the northern sky just steps away from the front door! Move between indoor and outdoor seating as much as you like throughout the evening. What's included: - Local guide for Q&A and camera assistance - Science behind the Aurora presentation - Outdoor fire pit seating - Complimentary water, hot chocolate, and tea - Complimentary digital portraits with the Aurora - Flexible arrival - come and go within the viewing window -Billiards (Pool) -Table Top Shuffle Boards -Board Games and Card Games Available to add on: - Dinner Box (please call ahead for last-minute bookings) - Chips, Candy Bars, Fruit Snacks, Sodas - Have your photos printed!

Redsky Wildlife Adventures offers an intimate locally guided wildlife tour where you will have close encounters with sea otters, humpback whales and ancient indigenous structures with a likelihood of seeing black bears, deer and possibly wolves, as well as sea lions and lots of eagles and eagle nests.

Explore the Legends of Alaska at Lumberjack Cove Distillery, where you'll uncover the art of spirit creation. This engaging tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at the distillery, led by an expert guide. After the tour, dive into a personalized infusion class where you can create your own unique alcohol blend to take home. Enjoy shopping time for souvenirs and more. - Discover the distillation process at Lumberjack Cove Distillery - Create a custom infused alcohol with expert guidance - Take home 375 mL of your personalized infusion - Enjoy shopping time for souvenirs and additional cocktails

Experience authentic Alaska away from the crowds on a scenic adventure from the cruise ship dock to a remote hole-in-the-wall waterfront bar. Enjoy local drinks, watch commercial and sport salmon fishing, and keep an eye out for bears, bald eagles, whales, seals, and other Southeast Alaska wildlife along the way with Fathom Fishing⁠

Matanuska Glacier Hike Day Tour Alaska’s largest driveable valley glacier – a stunning frozen wonderland of vivid blue ice caves. Full Service & Professional Guidance Dedicated Driver-Guide: Anchorage downtown round-trip transfers, expert Alaska insights, on-road safety and photo spot recommendations for the 7-8hr journey. Certified Glacier Guide: 2-3hr guided hike with full safety briefings, hands-on crampon/ice axe training, and professional gear (helmet, ice axe, crampons) provided. The guide leads you through hidden blue ice wonders, shares glacier science, and caters to every guest’s pace for a safe, immersive adventure. Unforgettable Experiences Walk on 10,000-year-old ice, touch crystal blue glacier texture, taste pure glacial meltwater, and capture postcard-perfect shots at exclusive viewpoints – no personal professional gear needed, just warm, waterproof clothing! A once-in-a-lifetime Alaska glacier adventure, effortless and extraordinary.

Discover the enchanting beauty of Alaska with this immersive 5-night winter adventure, designed to showcase the mesmerizing Northern Lights and thrilling snow activities. Stay at a cozy lodge equipped with aurora alerts, ensuring you won't miss out on the spectacular natural light show. Engage in exhilarating dog sledding and snowmobiling across stunning landscapes, meet friendly reindeer, and unwind in relaxing hot springs under the stars. This TRVLD-verified experience guarantees a seamless journey through Alaska's winter wonderland, complete with expert trip coordination. - 5-night stay at a cozy lodge with Northern Lights alerts - Dog sledding and snowmobiling adventures included - Unique encounters with reindeer in their natural habitat - Relaxing hot springs experience under the stars

Discover the beauty of Alaska on this 3.5-hour scenic trip from Anchorage to Girdwood. Capture stunning views at Beluga Point, where the majestic Cook Inlet meets the mountains, and stop by Indian Valley Meats to explore unique Alaskan specialties. Once in Girdwood, enjoy leisure time to soak in the charm of this mountain town before returning. This tour offers a relaxed atmosphere with insights from a knowledgeable local host with 24 years of Alaskan experience. - Scenic 3.5-hour trip from Anchorage to Girdwood - Photograph the breathtaking views at Beluga Point - Visit Indian Valley Meats for distinctive Alaskan delicacies - Explore the charming mountain town of Girdwood at your own pace

Discover Skagway your way on a private, half-day charter designed for large groups of up to 20 passengers. No fixed route, no rigid schedule. Just a flexible, personalized experience led by a local, owner-operator guide who knows the stories, the scenery, and the hidden moments that make this place special. Whether you want to walk among the legends at the Gold Rush Cemetery, stand beneath cascading waterfalls, take in sweeping views above town, or venture up the Klondike Highway toward the White Pass, your day is shaped around what interests you most. Think of it as your own “choose your own adventure” experience, built in real time, just for you. This is not a crowded bus tour. It is your group, your pace, and your priorities, with a private vehicle reserved exclusively for your party of up to 20 guests. Perfect for families, friends, and special occasions, this charter offers a relaxed, immersive way to experience Skagway with the flexibility to make it truly your own.

Discover Skagway your way on a private, full-day charter designed for large groups of up to 20 passengers. No fixed route, no rigid schedule. Just a flexible, personalized experience led by a local, owner-operator guide who knows the stories, the scenery, and the hidden moments that make this place special. Whether you want to walk among the legends at the Gold Rush Cemetery, stand beneath cascading waterfalls, take in sweeping views above town, or venture up the Klondike Highway to the musher camps, your day is shaped around what interests you most. Think of it as your own “choose your own adventure” experience, built in real time, just for you. This is not a crowded bus tour. It is your group, your pace, and your priorities, with a private vehicle reserved exclusively for your party of up to 20 guests. Perfect for families, friends, and special occasions, this charter offers a relaxed, immersive way to experience Skagway with the flexibility to make it truly your own.

Take a ride in a Super Cub Airplane over Alaska Wilderness for a lifetime experience. Bring your camera for photo ops of mountains, rivers, glaciers and pristine landscapes. Katie is a long time bush pilot with a knack for sharing an uplifting and often spiritual experience.

Explore the Garden and immerse yourself in a unique self-guided sculpture tour featuring 29 captivating artworks by talented artists. Each sculpture is beautifully integrated within vibrant annuals, lush perennials, and native plants, creating a serene atmosphere for art and nature lovers alike. This cultural journey also includes a Tribal Walking Tour with interpretive signage that sheds light on local histories. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, a peaceful stroll, or insight into indigenous art, the Garden is an essential stop for your Alaskan adventure.

One pass, eight Juneau audio tours — Mendenhall Glacier, Nugget Falls, Mount Roberts, the Perseverance Trail, the 70-mile scenic drive, and downtown — plus a quick 90-minute glacier-drive edition for short port days. One purchase plays from one phone for everyone with you. Written by a born-and-raised Southeast Alaskan; GPS triggers each story automatically, hands-free. To be clear: this is a self-guided app experience — no live guide, no paper ticket, no bus schedule. Download before you sail — everything works with zero cell service. This is the Juneau the crowded bus tours skip — rainforest trails, gold-rush ruins, the bears at Steep Creek — for less than one seat on a bus tour. No date, no time limit, no expiry. Driving audio plays through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; transcripts in six languages. Setup takes about 2 minutes — full steps are on your Viator ticket and in your confirmation email (check spam). In the app, your pass appears as "The Ultimate Juneau Experience."

Both Kenai Peninsula highways in one bundle: self-guided GPS audio driving tours for the Seward Highway (Anchorage to Seward) and the Sterling Highway (on to Homer) — 350+ stories that play automatically as you drive. One purchase covers everyone in the car; separately they cost $34.98. Plays through Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, or Bluetooth — fully offline through the long dead zones. Written by a born-and-raised Alaskan. To be clear: this is an app on your own phone, not a live guide — the vehicle isn't included. Start anywhere, drive either direction, split it across days — no date, no time limit, no expiry. Love it or your money back — request within 24 hours of purchase. Highlights: Turnagain Arm's bore tide, Girdwood, Resurrection Bay, the Kenai River, Ninilchik's Russian church, and the Homer Spit. Setup takes about 2 minutes — full steps are on your Viator ticket and in your confirmation email (check spam). In the app, your pass appears as "The Kenai Peninsula Bundle."

The first-timer's Juneau in one pass: a scenic glacier driving tour, the Nugget Falls walk, and the downtown walking tour — 43 GPS story stops, one purchase, playing from one phone for everyone with you. Written by a born-and-raised Southeast Alaskan; stories trigger automatically, hands-free and fully offline. To be clear: this is a self-guided app experience — no live guide, no paper ticket, no bus schedule. Download before you sail — it all works with zero cell service. Drive from downtown to Mendenhall Glacier through the Tongass rainforest, walk to Nugget Falls where water plunges beside the ice, then wander downtown past the Red Dog Saloon and St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church — collecting digital badges as you go. Driving audio plays through CarPlay and Android Auto. No date, no time limit, no expiration. Setup takes about 2 minutes — full steps are on your Viator ticket and in your confirmation email (check spam). In the app, your pass appears as "Juneau Highlights Bundle."

Three self-guided audio tours starting steps from the cruise dock: the downtown Juneau walking tour plus the Mount Roberts and Perseverance Trail hikes — 47 GPS story stops. One purchase plays from one phone as you explore together. Written by a born-and-raised Southeast Alaskan; GPS triggers each story hands-free, fully offline. Just so it's clear: this is not a live human guide and not a paper ticket — it's a self-guided audio experience written by someone who actually walks these trails. You'll hear how Gold Creek built a capital city, stand at the Glory Hole, meet Patsy Ann at the waterfront, climb past Father Brown's Cross, and stop by the Red Dog Saloon and St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church — stories no placard will hand you. No date, no time limit, no expiry — and no signal needed on the trails. Setup takes about 2 minutes — full steps are on your Viator ticket and in your confirmation email (check spam). In the app, your pass appears as "Downtown Juneau Explorer."

See Mendenhall Glacier on your own schedule: four self-guided audio walks — the glacier overlooks, Nugget Falls, the Trail of Time, and the East Glacier Loop — 43 GPS story stops. One purchase plays from one phone as your group walks together; stories by a born-and-raised Southeast Alaskan trigger automatically, hands-free, fully offline. To be clear: this is an app experience on your own phone — no live guide and no paper ticket. Get there by bus, shuttle, or rideshare and explore at your own pace. Walk to Nugget Falls and hear the legend of Romeo the wolf. Find the tunnel blasted through solid granite on the East Glacier Loop. Stand where the ice reached in 1937 on the Trail of Time. In salmon season, watch black bears work Steep Creek. No date, no time limit, no expiry. Setup takes about 2 minutes — full steps are on your Viator ticket and in your confirmation email (check spam). In the app, your pass appears as "Mendenhall Glacier Explorer Pack."

Turn Juneau's out-the-road scenic drive into a story: 70 miles and 42 GPS stories that play automatically — glacier viewpoints, Eagle Beach, the Shrine of St. Therese, the Amalga ghost town, and the sunken Treadwell gold mine. Hear the Áakʼw Ḵwáan history, the wreck of the Princess Sophia, and the island that gave up millions in gold before the ocean swallowed it. One price covers everyone in the car; audio plays through Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, or Bluetooth. Written by a born-and-raised Southeast Alaskan and fully offline — the dead zones don't matter. To be clear: this is an app on your own phone, not a live guide — and the vehicle isn't included. Drive either direction, pause anywhere, finish any day — 2 to 4 hours at your pace, no date, no time limit, no expiry. Setup takes about 2 minutes — full steps are on your Viator ticket and in your confirmation email (check spam). In the app, your tour appears as "Juneau Driving Extended Tour."

Explore the stunning landscapes of Tongass National Forest on a 2.5-hour guided E-bike tour. This eco-focused adventure allows you to ride at your own pace, immersing yourself in the beauty of nature while discovering local totem poles and hidden gems. Perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers, this tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with the community through regular group rides, events, and workshops. - 2.5-hour guided E-bike tour through Tongass National Forest - Discover local totem pole parks and diverse cultures - Custom tour options available to fit your schedule - Join group rides and community events for a shared experience

Discover the untamed beauty of Southeast Alaska on a private guided hike through the Tongass National Forest, the largest temperate rainforest in the world. Led by a local naturalist and commercial fisherwoman, you'll explore scenic forest trails while learning about the unique connections between salmon, wildlife, plants, and the people who call Sitka home. Along the way, enjoy a personalized experience tailored to your interests and gain a deeper appreciation for Alaska's remarkable ecosystems and rural island culture. - Private guided hike through the lush Tongass National Forest - Learn how salmon support Sitka's wildlife, ecosystem, and local way of life - Discover native plants traditionally used for food and medicine - Look for seasonal highlights such as spawning salmon, wild berries, mushrooms, and local wildlife Perfect for nature enthusiasts, photographers, families, and travelers seeking an authentic and immersive Alaskan adventure.

Escape into the heart of Alaska’s coastal wilderness on this guided rainforest adventure in Sitka. Led by a local naturalist and commercial fisherwoman, you'll explore scenic rainforest trails while discovering the vital role salmon play in the region’s ecosystem, wildlife, and way of life. Along the way, learn about edible and medicinal native plants, hear stories of life in Southeast Alaska, and watch for seasonal natural wonders. - Explore the lush Tongass National Forest - Learn about local wildlife, including bears, eagles, deer, and salmon - Discover native plants and their traditional uses - Spot seasonal highlights such as wild berries, spawning salmon, mushrooms, and marine life Perfect for nature lovers, families, and photographers, this immersive experience offers an authentic look at Sitka’s wild beauty and fascinating natural heritage.

Explore the rich history and natural beauty of Ketchikan on this 2.5-hour tour. Discover the city's past with insights into the red-light district and Ketchikan Creek, especially captivating in July when salmon are seen spawning. Enjoy an Exclusive stop at Eagle Point for complimentary smoked salmon, free coffee, and learn about Alaska's indigenous wildlife. Also included at eagle point are professional mounted wildlife including a Black Bear, Brown Bear, Wolf, Wolverine, and many other animals. Visit the Saxman Totem Village, home to 29 authentic totem poles carved by Tlingit and Haida natives. Here you will get to see the carving center externally and learn more about the stories and legends of the poles. Saxman is the biggest collection of standing totem poles in the world. Finally, unwind at Herring Cove, where you have the best chance at seeing Bears, Eagles, Seals, and Salmon (Not Guaranteed). Concluding your tour at Creek Street or being brought back to your cruise ship.

Step into the story of Anchorage, where a chaotic 1915 tent city on mudflats transformed into a Cold War military crossroads and modern metropolis. Guided by urban planner Tom and detail-obsessed Claudia, you will explore rail yards, pioneer storefronts, earthquake scars, and glass museums pressed directly against the Alaskan wilderness. - A 3.7 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 127 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation and History & Memory - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app