Anchorage (Whittier), Alaska
Whittier, approximately 65 miles southeast of Anchorage, lies nestled at the base of the Chugach Mountains bordering Passage Canal. Established as a World War II port for cargo and troops of the Alaska Command, Whittier remained activated until 1960. Today, Whittier's economy and its 290 residents rely largely on the fishing industry, the port and, increasingly, on tourism.
Once accessible only by boat or via a war-era railway tunnel, The Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel was recently enhanced to accommodate highway traffic as well, making it the longest highway/rail tunnel in North America at 2.5 miles.
Named for the poet John Greenleaf Whittier, the community is also the gateway to spectacular Prince William Sound, with its magnificent tidewater glaciers and abundant marine life.
Whittier tours are available to passengers on back-to-back voyages who will stay onboard the ship and cruise back to Vancouver as well as guests ending their cruise in Whittier wiith an evening flight out of Anchorage on the day of disembarkation or an overnight in Anchorage after their cruise. Whittier tours are only available to cruisetour guests who spend the first night of their package in Anchorage. Other cruisetour guests cannot take an excursion as they would miss the transfer their next destination.
Points of Interest
- Prince William Sound
- Portage Glacier
- Turnagain Arm
- Mt. Alyeska Tram
- Seward Highway
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
- Outdoor Adventures
- Anchorage
Portage Glacier Scenic Cruise & Drive with Airport Transfer
- Turnagain Arm
- Portage Glacier
- Seward Highway
- Anchorage
Learn about glaciers and the Chugach National Forest then take a cruise to Portage Glacier and catch your best view of this mammoth mountain of ice. Then grab lunch (not included) at the Portage Day Lodge before you enjoy the trip to Anchorage with a narrated drive on one of America's most scenic highways during this 4 1/2-hour tour.
Shopping Opportunities, Easy Activity
$139.95
Portage Glacier Scenic Cruise & Drive with Airport Transfer (Wheelchair Accessible)
- Turnagain Arm
- Portage Glacier
- Seward Highway
- Anchorage
Learn about glaciers and the Chugach National Forest then take a cruise to Portage Glacier and catch your best view of this mammoth mountain of ice. Then grab lunch (not included) at the Portage Day Lodge before you enjoy the trip to Anchorage with a narrated drive on one of America's most scenic highways during this 4 1/2-hour tour.
Wheelchair Accessible, Shopping Opportunities, Easy Activity
$139.95
Turnagain Arm, Wildlife Conservation Center & Tram with Airport Transfer
- Turnagain Arm
- Mt. Alyeska Tram
- Seward Highway
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
- Anchorage
Visit a wild animal refuge, stroll through a scenic bird sanctuary, behold the rugged majesty of Mt. Alyeska and hear the history of Alaska. Enjoy a tour of the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, a scenic drive on the Seward Highway and a panoramic tram ride en route to Anchorage.
Shopping Opportunities, Easy Activity
$169.95
Turnagain Arm, Wildlife Conservation Center & Tram with Airport Transfer (Wheelchair Accessible)
- Turnagain Arm
- Mt. Alyeska Tram
- Seward Highway
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
- Anchorage
Visit a wild animal refuge, stroll through a scenic bird sanctuary, behold the rugged majesty of Mt. Alyeska and hear the history of Alaska. Enjoy a tour of the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, a scenic drive on the Seward Highway and a panoramic tram ride en route to Anchorage.
Wheelchair Accessible, Shopping Opportunities, Easy Activity
$169.95
26 Glacier Cruise
- Prince William Sound
Hop aboard a catamaran and travel 160 miles into the pristine wilderness of Prince William Sound to view massive glaciers and get an up-close look at curious wildlife during this 5.5-hour cruise. Narration by a Chugach National Forest Service ranger is provided and a hot meal is included as well as a no-seasickness guarantee.
Easy Activity, Includes meal
$239.95
26 Glacier Cruise (Wheelchair Accessible)
- Prince William Sound
Hop aboard a catamaran and travel 160 miles into the pristine wilderness of Prince William Sound to view massive glaciers and get an up-close look at curious wildlife during this 5.5-hour cruise. Narration by a Chugach National Forest Service ranger is provided and a hot meal is included as well as a no-seasickness guarantee.
Wheelchair Accessible, Easy Activity, Includes meal
$239.95
26 Glacier Cruise & Anchorage Transfer
- Turnagain Arm
- Prince William Sound
- Anchorage
Hop aboard a catamaran and travel 160 miles into Prince William Sound to see 26 "named" glaciers, as well as an abundance of wildlife - both on shore and below the water during this 5.5-hour cruise. A hot meal is included as well as a no-seasickness guarantee and a transfer to select Anchorage hotels and the airport.
Easy Activity, Includes meal
$319.95
26 Glacier Cruise & Anchorage Transfer (Wheelchair Accessible)
- Turnagain Arm
- Prince William Sound
Hop aboard a catamaran and travel 160 miles into Prince William Sound to see 26 "named" glaciers, as well as an abundance of wildlife - both on shore and below the water during this 5.5-hour cruise. A hot meal is included as well as a no-seasickness guarantee and a transfer to select Anchorage hotels and the airport.
Wheelchair Accessible, Easy Activity, Includes meal
$319.95