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based on Travel down the Seward Highway, a National Scenic Byway, along Turnagain Arm and visit Portage Glacier, the most visited attraction in Alaska. Stop by the Begich-Boggs Visitors Center before you board the cruise ship M/V Ptarmigan for an unforgettable one hour, narrated cruise across Portage Lake to the face of Portage Glacier. An unforgettable experience!
Head out 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. On the way back to Anchorage, stop at the Alyeska Ski Resort for a lunch on your own and an optional tram ride to the top of Mt. Alyeska.
This tour is seasonal and operates from May to September.
Portage Glacier Cruise plus Tour
May 16 to September 16, 2008
May 15 to September 17, 2009
Daily
Departure Time:
- 9:00am
- 12:00pm
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- Infants under 2 years of age are free of charge provided they do not occupy a seat.
- Child prices are applicable for children aged 2 - 12 years.
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- Coach Transport
- Narration by a professional driver/guide
- 1 hour Narrated Cruise aboard the M/V Ptarmigan
- Lunch
- Optional Tram ride to top of Mt Alyeska
- Gratuities (optional)
- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation for this tour 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!
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We loved everything about the trip. The weather was around 65 degrees but it felt wonderful. Read more ›
Johnny D, United States, July 2008
