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Anchorage Shore Excursion: Pre-Cruise Transfer and Tour from Anchorage to Whittier

Combine a tour with your cruise ship transfer to make the most of your Alaska vacation! Before your cruise departs from the Whittier port -- the main cruise ship port in the Anchorage area -- take a scenic 4-hour journey from Anchorage to Mt Alyeska and the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Capture beautiful glacier views at Mt Alyeska, enjoy lunch, and get up-close views of bears, moose, elk and other Alaskan wildlife. Arrive in Whittier with plenty of time to catch your cruise!

Before your cruise ship departs from the Whittier port -- the main cruise ship port in the Anchorage area, located 1.5 hours away from the city of Anchorage -- you'll be picked up from Anchorage and taken on a 4-hour journey to Whittier. You can choose to get picked up from your Anchorage hotel or the Anchorage International Airport.
Take a tram ride up Mt Alyeska to check out the Roundhouse Museum, Alaska's only mountaintop museum, where you can browse interesting exhibits about pioneer skiers. Admire 360-degree mountain and glacier views before heading back down the mountain for a drive to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center.
This privately owned non-profit organization rescues orphaned and injured animals. On your guided tour of the center, get up-close views of bears, moose, elk, caribou and other Alaskan animals.
The scenery on this tour is endless, and you'll make numerous photo stops to savor the views. Snacks and bottled water are provided throughout your tour. You'll arrive in Whittier with plenty of time to catch your cruise!
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: Anchorage pickup/flight details, ship name and docking time.

Worry-free Shore Excursion: If you choose to be picked up from the Anchorage International Airport and your flight lands on time, we will ensure your timely arrival at the Whittier port for this transfer. In the rare event your cruise ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. However, if your flight is delayed, your transfer is no longer covered by our worry-free policy. See our terms and conditions for full details. Additional Info
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Departure Date Daily Departure Time Coincides with cruise ship's departure time Tour Details Anchorage Shore Excursion: Pre-Cruise Transfer and Tour from Anchorage to Whittier
Transport by minivan Tram ride up Mt Alyeska Admission to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Lunch Local guide Hotel/airport pickup and port drop-off Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Gratuities (optional)
For cancellation up to 3 days, a full refund will be given. For cancellation up to 1 days, 50% refund will be given.
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