Anchorage Glacier Cruise and Coach Package 11 hr

8.7

Very goodTop 8% in Anchorage

171 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

Anchorage
Updated November 4, 2026

Travel from Anchorage to Whittier by coach, then cruise Blackstone Bay past glaciers and wildlife on a full-day Alaska adventure.

About this tour

Spend a full day traveling from Anchorage to the glacier-carved waters of Prince William Sound. This Anchorage Glacier Cruise and Coach Package pairs a scenic drive along Turnagain Arm with a narrated cruise into Blackstone Bay, where towering mountains frame tidewater and alpine glaciers.

Board the coach in Anchorage for the journey to Whittier, then set out by catamaran through the deep-water fjord. Look for Tebenkof, Northland, Blackstone, and Beloit glaciers, and listen for the sharp pop of ice calving into the water. Keep watch for sea otters, Steller sea lions, bears, mountain goats, and whales along the way. A Chugach National Forest Service ranger provides narration during the cruise, while a meal, snacks, coffee, hot tea, and ice water are served on board.

The 11-hour package includes coach transportation between Anchorage and Whittier, with the cruise scheduled from 1:00 PM to 4:45 PM. Return to Anchorage by coach after a day among Alaska’s dramatic coastal scenery. Choose this Anchorage Glacier Cruise and Coach Package for a convenient way to experience glaciers, wildlife, and fjord views in one outing.

Highlights

Ride along Turnagain Arm with narration from your coach driver-guide
Cruise Blackstone Bay past tidewater and alpine glaciers
Watch for sea otters, sea lions, bears, mountain goats, and whales
Listen for the pop of calving ice near massive glaciers
Enjoy a meal and hot drinks aboard the vessel

What's included

Included

Coach transportation between Anchorage and Whittier
Chugach National Forest Service ranger narration during the cruise
Wild Alaska smoked salmon chowder, oyster crackers, julienne vegetable salad, roll, cheese stick, fruit snack, and a Peppermint Pattie
Vegetarian chili (GF) or kids’ meal, on request 48 hours before
Coffee, hot tea, and ice water
Restroom on board
No Seasickness Guarantee

Not included

Gratuities
Gift shop purchases
Bar drinks, including signature hot drinks, Glacier Ice Margarita, beer, wine, spirits, and liquor

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GetYourGuide

4.79 / 5 · 171 reviews

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Limited table space

Important information

Present your mobile ticket and photo ID outside Hotel Captain Cook on 5th Avenue at 9:00 AM
Coach departs Anchorage at 9:15 AM
Show ID in Whittier at 12:00 PM to receive cruise boarding cards
Cruise runs from 1:00 PM to 4:45 PM

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Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals are allowed
Travelers must ascend and descend 3–5 steps to board the coach; call for assistance
Call to discuss specific accessibility needs; vessel accessibility is limited
Vegetarian chili or a kids’ meal must be requested 48 hours in advance
Vessels are smoke-free; tobacco, marijuana, vaping, and e-cigarettes are not allowed

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The full package lasts 660 minutes, or 11 hours. The cruise runs from 1:00 PM to 4:45 PM.

Where and when does the tour start?

Present your mobile ticket and photo ID outside Hotel Captain Cook on 5th Avenue at 9:00 AM. The coach departs Anchorage at 9:15 AM.

What wildlife might I see?

Wildlife sightings may include sea otters, Steller sea lions, bears, mountain goats, and whales.

Are meals included?

The package includes smoked salmon chowder and accompanying snacks. Vegetarian chili or a kids’ meal is available if requested 48 hours in advance.

Is the tour accessible?

Vessel accessibility is limited, and boarding the coach requires ascending and descending 3–5 steps. Call the provider to discuss specific needs.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 4.79 from 171 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Anchorage

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The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.7. Top 8% in Anchorage means it ranks in the top 8% of tours in Anchorage by this score.