Tours & Activities in Anchorage

Learn about Northern art, culture, history, and science as you explore the fascinating exhibits at the Anchorage Museum. Admire Indigenous artifacts donated by the Smithsonian, engage with interactive displays, and visit the 3D Planetarium.

This half day tour is great for guests who want to sit back and enjoy the scenery Alaska has to offer while being guided by one of Alaska's top rated guides. Start your tour with a pick up from your hotel location with one of Alaska's top rated guides. First experience a walk around Potters Marsh along one of Alaska’s most breathtaking drives down the Seward Hwy and Turnagain Arm. Along this drive we will have a few sightseeing stops at Beluga Point and Bird Point. Once we arrive at the Wildlife Center you will be guided through the 200 acre facility where you're guaranteed to see Alaska’s land mammals in their natural habitats and much more! We will then take the drive back and make one last stop at Falls Creek before your drop off at your desired destination in Anchorage.

The Seward to Anchorage VIP Tour and Transfer is a tour that has been curated to offer the best and most unique experiences for you for your family or group. We love to provide top-shelf personalized service and experiences so that you can see Alaska your way! With room for up to 12 guests, you'll travel in comfort and style in a fully equipped new Mercedes Sprinter Van, complete with your very own Experienced Alaskan driver-guide. We will pick you up in Seward, and begin the tour to Anchorage. Included is a guided tour of the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center with over 250 acres of all the Alaska animals. Short break at Girdwood Station with a stop for optional lunch. We'll spend time in the stunning Portage Valley with a short walk up to Byron Glacier and stop at the Portage Glacier Lodge. A final stop at Beluga Point for photos and watch for Dall Sheep and other wildlife. End with Anchorage's best spots and drop off at your hotel, airport, or place of choice!

We will share with you a brief history of Anchorage and its modern culture, you will see why we have chosen this incredible place to live and call home. You will also catch the spirit of Alaska and fall in love with Alaska the Last Frontier. You will take home an experience of a lifetime!

All the charm of the Winter Wonderland that is Alaska, without the hassle of driving yourself! This tour is guaranteed to delight people of all ages, as you take in the history of the area, encounter our indigenous wildlife at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, and marvel at the beauty of The Last Frontier on a glorious sunset drive! The Turnagain Arm is a must-see any time of year, but it holds a different charm in the winter that is guaranteed to dazzle! We meet all travellers at the Dena'ina Center for pick-up, but will drop off at any Anchorage hotel as the tour ends after dark. If your hotel is not listed, please get in touch with us to arrange your drop-off location.

Get a rare view of Alaska’s beauty on a 30-minute trip into the heart of glacier country. You'll see vast ice-fields and glaciers as you glide past the jagged peaks of the Chugach mountains. Keep your camera ready for a chance to spot wildlife traversing the steep cliffs.

Renting is a fraction of the cost of purchasing. Purchasing ranges from -$500-$600 for a full set up. Tested in Alaska's winter temperatures. Washed after each use. Very clean and in excellent condition. Accurate sizing through our traveler profile.

Explore the beautiful Turnagain Arm and Portage Valley with a private and local guide. From Anchorage, we'll travel along the scenic Seward Highway. One of only 13 highways in the US with the distinction of "All American Road". Along the way we will have great opportunities to view and photograph wildlife and scenic vistas. First we stop at the beautiful Hotel Alyeska and the ski town of Girdwood. Take an optional scenic tram to the top of Mt Alyeska for lunch with a view. Next stop Portage, where you will board the mv Ptarmigan for an optional one-hour cruise across the stunning scenery of iceberg-dotted Portage Lake. After the cruise, stop in at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Alaska's wildlife. Afterwards, head back to Anchorage and enjoy a narrated city tour including all the best dining places.

Personalized VIP guided Tour for a maximum of 5 passengers, sightseeing the beauty of the Turnagain Arm Forest, glaciers and wildlife down to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Get a unique experience, memories and pictures for a lifetime.

Welcome to Alaska! Combine this amazing, full-day tour with your cruise ship transfer to make the most of your Alaskan vacation. Experience the best parts of the Seward Highway, scenic Turnagain Arm, and Anchorage with a fun-loving, passionate local guide.

Join us for an unforgettable adventure with our Whittier Cruise Transit Tour! We'll pick you up from your cruise ship in Whittier and take you on a journey through some of the most breathtaking scenery in Alaska. We'll visit Portage Lake, the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Beluga Point, Potter Marsh, and Earthquake Park, each offering unique experiences and stunning views. Our tour ends with a drop-off at your Anchorage hotel, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Alaska's beauty. Book your Whittier Cruise Transit Tour today and experience the best of Alaska in just one day!

Join us for a guided hike on one of Alaska’s most accessible and scenic glaciers. This full-day tour takes you to the terminus of Matanuska Glacier, where you will meet with a knowledgeable guide who will follow you on a memorable experience you won’t forget. Walk across the glacier as your guide teaches you about the many amazing features and natural history. Take spectacular photos along the way with the ice of the glacier as your backdrop.

Welcome to Alaska! Combine this amazing, full-day tour with your cruise ship transfer to make the most of your Alaskan vacation. Experience the best parts of Whittier, Portage Valley, Turnagain Arm, and Anchorage with local guide. Please note: Pricing is per tour, not per guest. Order "1" adult for all ages and group sizes from 1 to 13 guests

Welcome to Alaska! Combine this amazing, full-day tour with your cruise ship transfer to make the most of your Alaskan vacation. Experience the best parts of Whittier, Portage Valley, Turnagain Arm, and Anchorage with a fun-loving, passionate local guide. Please note: Pricing is per tour, not per guest. Order "1" adult for all ages and group sizes from 1 to 9 guests

If you want all the must-see locations around Anchorage all in one day, then this is the tour for you! Start with an Anchorage City Highlights tour before embarking on Turnagain Arm, arguably one of the most beautiful stretches of highway in America. The Tram at Mt. Alyeska will take you up to get a bird's eye view of Turnagain and you'll enjoy a hot meal at the mountaintop lodge. Continue to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to view Alaska's most famous animals up close. You will travel with an experienced guide dedicated to your group who will give you in depth information and share personal experiences in this amazing land! You will receive personalized service so if you would like to spend a bit longer somewhere, or make an extra stop, no problem! And feel free to ask all the questions you want about Alaska. Your guide loves to share! This will be the best possible tour option for those who like a private, personal touch.

This is the #1 option for individuals seeking a full-day adventure with a comprehensive variety of features found in the Alaskan wild. This tour provides endless possibilities for photography, a hearty challenge, and immense reward. We can make this as easy or difficult as you like, and can be tailored to your interests! Peak bagging or an easy to moderate stroll through the endless Alaskan wilderness - your choice!

Ride ATVs aggressively through muddy tidal flats. Control your own ATV on a high intensity adventure. Drive your own ATV or add a passenger on back. Motorsports and outdoor experience recommended. Mandatory participation in recovery's and safety.

**(SELF GUIDED)** The paved asphalt bike path known as the Bird-to-Gird trail offers scenic views and a highly rated experience. We can accommodate people who wish to do either one way trips or round trips. We will deliver and/or pick up in Girdwood as well. Our bikes are the 2022 Rad Rover 6+ E-bikes. These pedal-assisted fat tire E-bikes are perfectly suited to zoom you up and down the trail with ease at your own pace with very little effort regardless of your age or conditioning. Our Location: The Turnagain Arm was named by Captain James Cook in 1776. The landscape is a narrow channel of Alaskan ocean being flanked on either side by the Chugach mountains reaching up to 6,000 feet. This famous stretch of water is known for its 40 foot tide changes, tidal bore waves, and its ever changing glacial silt channels that have an appearance of mud. The Turnagain Arm is widely regarded as the most scenic drive in North America and can be experienced more intimately on the quiet trail.

Cover a lot of distance with the help of an electric pedal assist fat bike. Discover the beauty of the Anchorage hillside that is rich with both wildlife and scenery. If you've come to Alaska seeking adventure, this activity will not disappoint ! Our beginning and ending point are within a 1/2 hour drive from the airport, and our tour will deliver some of the best that Alaska has to offer.

Experience the wonder of Alaska over 5 days and 4 nights. See tidewater glaciers, whales, and other ocean wildlife! Visit Denali National Park to possibly see bears, wolves, and moose.

For a challenging adventure, which provides in-depth exploration of snow-covered areas normally inaccessible by walking, you have found your tour. If you are unfamiliar with snowshoeing, it's an activity which allows you to travel easily through snow-packed terrain. This truly unique experience will allow you to travel to vast locations at one of the finest areas found in Anchorage, the mountainous Glen Alps. Highlights: • Experience miles of snowshoeing at the Chugach State Park with experienced guides! • Perfect for solo travelers and couples. • Enjoy breathtaking views of the Anchorage Bowl, Cook Inlet and a glacial valley! • Learn about Alaska's alpine spruce forests from skilled naturalists. • Opportunity for wildlife sightings, including moose, hares, lynx, and birds. • Provisions include a prepacked snack, courtesy of Kat’s Epic Trail Bites. We also supply the snowshoes. Get your daypack ready, and let's go!

Skip the stress of shared transportation for the long trip from the Anchorage International Airport to your cruise ship in Whittier. Instead, book this private airport transfer service and enjoy convenient, reliable, comfortable private transportation from the airport to the Port of Whittier.

Your journey along Turnagain Arm and Portage Valley is a treat you won’t want to miss! This tour includes a one-hour visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. On the way to the wildlife center you will be traveling through the Chugach State Park down Alaska’s most scenic stretch of highway. Turnagain Arm is a “Must See destination” You will travel with an experienced guide dedicated to your group who will give you in depth information and share personal experiences in this amazing land! You will receive personalized service so if you would like to spend a bit longer somewhere, or make an extra stop, no problem! And feel free to ask all the questions you want about Alaska. Your guide loves to share! This will be the best possible tour option for those who like a private, personal touch.

Prop your feet up or pedal to your heart’s desire, our 14 passenger pedal vehicle can power itself and has a four-person bench in the rear, so it’s perfect for most ages and abilities. Let us take you on an unforgettable tour of downtown Anchorage! Meet Alaskans and visitors alike while sightseeing and enjoying local food and beverages (alcohol for 21+) you bring or pick up along the way. Operating all day, our experiences range from enjoying the morning sunshine and sights with a local coffee and baked good in hand, to eatery hopping (kids love ice cream stops), to brewery, wine and bar crawls. Expect fun for everyone and a tour guide well-versed in the downtown hot spots and all things Anchorage culture and history.

Start your Alaska Adventure with a Private Cruise Ship Transfer! Travel Beyond what a shuttle bus or train can offer. Lose the crowds and go first class. Enjoy the 60 mile drive from Anchorage to Whittier's Cruise Ship Port. We believe that to see Alaska, you need to walk on its ground. Our Hotel-to-Ship Photo Adventure will make stops along the way to interact with Alaska's nature.

Step into the heart of the Alaskan wilderness this summer on our tour to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. With stunning views of the Turnagain Arm, a body of water known for its mesmerizing tidal bore and breathtaking landscapes, you'll be awestruck by the natural beauty of this land. The journey from Anchorage is made easy and comfortable, as we'll take care of the driving so you can sit back and soak in the scenery. At the Conservation Center, you'll be up close and personal with Alaska's indigenous wildlife, getting to know the fascinating creatures that call this place home. Your knowledgeable guide will bring the history and legends of the area to life, making the experience even more enriching. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a curious traveler, this tour is sure to captivate and inspire you. So come join us and let Alaska's stunning landscapes and fascinating wildlife leave you breathless.

Ride Anchorage's most popular trail with us. We provide the bicycle, helmet, snacks, water and a local guide to take you on a fun bicycle ride on the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail. The Coastal Trail yields breathtaking views of the Cook Inlet, Denali, the Alaska Range, the Chugach Mountains and wildlife. We cross popular attractions on the trail which include Earthquake Park, Westchester Lagoon and Fish Creek.

Join us on a beautiful drive up the Knik Arm to the historic Musk Ox Farm located in the picturesque Matanuska Valley. Enjoy a comfortable ride as your guide shares fun facts about the flora, fauna & favorite local legends of the area on a scenic drive North of Anchorage to the Musk Ox Farm, nestled amongst the Chugach & Talkeetna Mountains, about 50 minutes from downtown. At the farm, experts will take you on a 45-minute walking tour, educating you on the 60-year legacy of the farm and millions of years of history of the Ice Age “Oomingmak”. Learn about the sustainable domestication of Musk Oxen in our region & the importance of qiviut (kiv’-ee-ute), the finest wool in the world. Ask for more information on sponsoring your favorite fuzzy friends! Please note: This tour will run rain or shine, so please come prepared.

Alaska, the last frontier. Join us with the opportunity to experience the vast expanse of wilderness by sea, land, rail, and air. Explore its vast regions and view its diverse wildlife. Come along and spend 10 days with an intimate group of 12 or less adventure seekers traversing this land of enchantment. Our Magnificent Alaska tour begins and ends in Anchorage and takes you south to the Kenai Peninsula, including stays in the towns of Homer and Seward, where you’ll see classic Alaska scenery. While in Homer, you’ll be taken by seaplane over the Cook Inlet to Katmai National Park for grizzly bear watching. While in Seward, you’ll embark on a 6-hour ocean cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park with its stunningly scenic and rugged coastline, numerous tidewater glaciers and abundant wildlife. Then our tour heads inland to the Denali area, taking in a jet boat tour, a land tour into the interior of Denali National Park, and a flight over North America’s tallest Peak, Denali.

New in 2023! This full-day tour transverses a glacier feed river as it meanders through a glacier-carved valley. It is not uncommon to see a whole host of wildlife that frequents the river system as we paddle our way through the rivers meandering course. You will find salmon swimming under your paddle craft as they migrate to their spawning grounds. Also, expect to see ducks and eagles fly overhead and maybe even find a moose standing in the water eating a meal. This tour starts by paddling across Jim Lake and then a short overland portage into Jim Creek. Finally, exit on the beach of the Knik River that flows from the Knik Glacier, and while there get some pictures with the glacier in the background. The Knik Glacier is the headwaters of the Knik River and is the largest glacier in Southcentral Alaska. From there we will continue downriver to the mouth of the Knik arm of the Cook Inlet.