Grand Highlights and Glacier Cruise plus Tour
Duration: 10 hours (approx.)
Departs from: Anchorage, Alaska
Product code: 249815
A deluxe city tour of Anchorage including a visit to the 25-acre Alaska Native Heritage Center, a new foundation developed by Alaskan native corporations in recognition and tribute to the distance culture of the Alaskan people. Highlights include cultural sights in natural settings and a gallery of native arts.
The tour continues with a drive along the scenic Seward Highway to Portage Glacier. As you skirt the shores of Turnagain Arm, watch for wildlife. Stop at the Begich-Boggs Visitor Center to see the glaciology exhibits. Then board the M/V Ptarmigan for an unforgettable one hour cruise across iceberg-dotted Portage Lake. Take a seat in the enclosed lounge or on the open-air observation deck. The cruise is narrated by a representative of the U.S. Forest Service.
Also included in the tour is a stop at the Alyeska Ski Resort where you can take an optional tram ride to the top of Mt. Alyeska.
This tour is seasonal and operates from May to September
Schedule Details
Visit Alyeska Resort on your Grand Highlights and Glacier Cruise plus Tour
Departure Dates:
SeasonalMay 16 to September 14, 2007
May 16 to September 16, 2008
Daily
Departure Point:
Hilton Anchorage, 500 West Third AvenueDeparture Time:
- 8:30am
Return details:
This tour returns to the original departure point at approximately 6:30pmHotel Pickup:
- Hotel pick-up is available from Hilton Anchorage, 500 West Third Avenue
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Additional Information
Grand Highlights and Glacier Cruise plus Tour
Inclusions:
- Coach Transport
- Narration by a professional driver/guide
- Entrance to Alaska Native Heritage Center
- 1 hour Narrated Cruise aboard the M/V Ptarmigan
Exclusions:
- Lunch
- Optional Tram ride to top of Mt Alyeska
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Info:
- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking, unless you are booking within 7 days of tour date. In this case, confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
- We recommend you bring your own binoculars for spotting wildlife!
Terms and Conditions:
Bookings cancelled within 7 days of travel date incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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