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Whittier Cruise Tour: Alaska's Scenic Wonders
4.9
9 Ratings
Anchorage
Explore Alaska’s stunning landscapes in a day with our Whittier Cruise Shuttle Tour. Visit Portage Lake, Beluga Point, and more. Book your adventure now.
Explore Alaska’s stunning landscapes in a day with our Whittier Cruise Shuttle Tour. Visit Portage Lake, Beluga Point, and more. Book your adventure now.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Portage Lake Overlook - provides a breathtaking view of Portage Lake and the surrounding Chugach Mountains. Situated off the Portage Glacier Road, approximately an hour’s drive south of Anchorage, this overlook offers visitors a sweeping vantage point to admire the turquoise lake nourished by glacial melt and, on clear days, views of Portage…
- Portage Lake Overlook - provides a breathtaking view of Portage Lake and the surrounding Chugach Mountains. Situated off the Portage Glacier Road, approximately an hour’s drive south of Anchorage, this overlook offers visitors a sweeping vantage point to admire the turquoise lake nourished by glacial melt and, on clear days, views of Portage Glacier in the distance.
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center - This 200-acre facility allows visitors to observe native species such as bears, moose, bison, musk oxen, elk, caribou, eagles, and wolves up close in naturalistic habitats.
Visitors can walk or drive the 1.5-mile loop around the grounds, participate in guided tours, or join feeding sessions and educational talks. It’s a favored stop for families, photographers, and anyone interested in learning more about Alaskan wildlife conservation efforts.
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Beluga Point - This location is renowned for two attractions:
✅ Beluga whale watching — in late summer and early fall, beluga whales can often be seen swimming near the shore, pursuing salmon during the incoming tide.
✅ Stunning mountain and water views — it’s a favorite for photographers, especially at sunset, and also excellent for spotting Dall sheep on the cliffs above. - Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary - This is a family-friendly, easily accessible spot perfect for birdwatching, photography, and nature walks, particularly in spring and summer when the birds are most active. There’s a small parking area, interpretive signs, and binoculars are recommended for optimal viewing.
- Earthquake Park - Earthquake Park in Anchorage is a 134-acre interpretive site and wooded park that commemorates the 1964 Good Friday earthquake.
What's Included
- All entrance fees
- Water
- All entrance fees
- Water
What's Not Included
- Tips
- Food at the gas station
- Tips
- Food at the gas station
Additional Information
Experience the stunning beauty of Alaska in a single day with our Whittier Cruise Transit Tour! Delight in picturesque stops at Portage Lake, the Wildlife Conservation Center, Beluga Point, and additional breathtaking locations. Capture the memories with individual photos taken by a professional camera. Enjoy the convenience of pick-up from your…
Experience the stunning beauty of Alaska in a single day with our Whittier Cruise Transit Tour! Delight in picturesque stops at Portage Lake, the Wildlife Conservation Center, Beluga Point, and additional breathtaking locations. Capture the memories with individual photos taken by a professional camera. Enjoy the convenience of pick-up from your Whittier cruise and drop-off at your Anchorage hotel. Reserve your spot now for an unforgettable Alaskan journey!
Location
Portage Lake Overlook
Portage Glacier Road
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(9 Ratings)
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Letsvisit
Jun 2, 2026
Wonderful transfer from Whittier Cruise Port to Anchorage - We just arrived at our hotel in Anchorage after our full day with Adam. Pick up at the Whittier Cruise port was on time and easy. We made many stops along our route directly to our hotel near the Anchorage Airport. This transfer and tour added an additional number of great memories of our Alaska trip. All stops were perfect with the amount of time allotted for each. Was a beautiful sunny 70 degree early June day as well. Thank you Adam for a great day .
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834deannd
May 31, 2026
Great Experience - Adam was very professional and kept in contact with us the day prior to our event to make sure we knew what to expect the morning of our pick-up. He helped with luggage, provided a snack, and gave us interesting information about all things Alaska as we toured multiple locations. He gave us the perfect amount of time at each destination to enjoy ourselves and not feel rushed yet he kept us on schedule. This was absolutely an ideal way to get from Whittier to Anchorage. I would definitely recommend Alaska Custom Tour and Adam to anyone looking for a fun-filled transfer to Anchorage!
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Ezeikeln
May 25, 2026
Journey from Whitter to Anchorage w/Gorgeous Views - Despite an unexpected change in our cruise disembarkation port from Seward to Whittier, this excursion turned into a memorable and worthwhile experience thanks to our excellent guide, Adam.
Due to traffic delays through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel — the single-lane tunnel shared with trains entering and leaving Whittier — our tour started later than expected. However, Adam remained professional, courteous, and organized throughout the day. From the moment he picked us up in the cold rain and snow mix, he made sure everyone was comfortable and informed.
Our small group of seven traveled in a comfortable Ford Transit van and visited several beautiful locations including Begich Towers in Whittier, Portage and Byron Glaciers, the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Virgin Creek Falls Trail, Beluga Point, and Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary before arriving in Anchorage.
Even with rainy weather, the scenery was absolutely stunning. Highlights included the turquoise waters near Portage Glacier, viewing brown bears, bison, reindeer, foxes, and owls at the conservation center, and the breathtaking mountain views along Turnagain Arm. One unexpected highlight was the short hike to Virgin Creek Falls in Girdwood, which added a peaceful rainforest experience to the day.
Adam also shared useful information about Alaska’s history, wildlife, and local recommendations for Anchorage. His flexibility and positive attitude helped turn a stressful itinerary change into an enjoyable journey.
Overall, this excursion was a fantastic way to experience the natural beauty of Alaska after the cruise. Although the day ran longer than planned, the scenery, wildlife, and excellent guiding made it well worth it.
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G1664csflaviaa
May 11, 2026
absolutely loved it. - We took a tour with Adam, and we absolutely loved it. He was punctual, friendly, and accommodating. Even though it was raining, he stopped at all the tourist attractions. On top of all that, his wife accompanied us in another car, carrying our suitcases.
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Pete_s
Sep 6, 2025
Best way to get from Whittier to Anchorage - Dan did an awesome job! We were never rushed and he took us to so many beautiful places! He personally knew the area and knew the best place with at least crowds for pictures. Even loved the stop for snacks at a chocolate shop.
The wildlife park was amazing and we were able to see many of the animals up close
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Lewis_s
Jun 11, 2025
A great way to see... - A great way to see Anchorage and get from Whittier to the Anchorage Airport. The tour operator was very accomodating.
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Charles_c
Jun 9, 2025
Cruise shuttle tour - Adam was very friendly and accommodating. He was knowledgeable about the area and was patient with our questions.
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Nick_w
May 10, 2025
Great tour with Adam! - Adam was knowledgeable and informative. He took pictures of every one of us with his professional camera. He is also very patient.
The timing and arrangement was perfect.I will recommend his tour
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Qamardin_f
Aug 8, 2025
The tour guide gave us... - The tour guide gave us time to spend time at places where we wanted and kept us moving along to see everything scheduled.
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