ANCHORAGE SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Seward Highway in Style: A Small‑Group Transfer from Whittier to Anchorage
A six-hour, small-group cruise transfer that follows Turnagain Arm with photo stops, a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, and lunch included.
Seward Highway in Style: A Small‑Group Transfer from Whittier to Anchorage.
Escape the cruise crowds on a full-day, six-hour transfer/tour from Whittier to Anchorage that travels the scenic Seward Highway and Portage Valley in a comfortable small-group van. Along the way you pass backcountry glaciers, scan the shores of Turnagain Arm for wildlife, visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, and finish with a drop-off at Anchorage-area hotels or the Ted Stevens International Airport.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Seward Highway & Turnagain Arm Vistas
The route follows Turnagain Arm and the Seward Highway—considered one of America’s most scenic roads—offering repeated photo opportunities of mountain passes, valleys and nearby glaciers as you travel toward Anchorage.
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Visit
A scheduled stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center lets you observe and photograph moose, bison, elk, caribou, bears, muskox and birds of prey in spacious habitats and learn about the center’s care and rehabilitation work.
Small‑Group Luxury Van with Included Lunch
Planet Earth Adventures operates small-group tours in comfortable vans with room for luggage; the trip includes a guided narration, complimentary soft drinks and water, and a provided lunch along the way.
What the day feels like
How the day unfolds
After pickup at the Whittier cruise ship terminal, the group transfers into a luxury small-group van and proceeds through the 2.5-mile Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel. The drive continues through Portage Valley and along the Seward Highway with planned photo stops along Turnagain Arm, a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, a mid-route lunch, and a final northbound run into Anchorage with drop-off at area hotels or the Ted Stevens Airport.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this transfer/tour suits—and who might look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Onboard the vehicle complimentary soft drinks and water are provided; vehicles are equipped with USB and 110‑volt ports to charge portable electronics. There is plenty of room for luggage and lunch is included as part of the tour.
The tour includes admission to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, an included lunch, complimentary snacks and water while on tour, and room for luggage in the van.
Online bookings are not available within 12 hours of departure; for bookings within that window a phone reservation is required.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the transfer/tour?
Allow up to approximately 6 hours for this full-day cruise transfer/tour.
Where does pickup and drop-off occur?
Pickup is at the Whittier cruise ship terminal; drop-off is available at Anchorage-area hotels or at Ted Stevens International Airport.
Is lunch included?
Yes—lunch is included as part of the tour.
What wildlife and attractions are on the route?
The route follows Turnagain Arm and the Seward Highway with photo stops; the tour includes a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center where you can see moose, bison, elk, caribou, bears, muskox and birds of prey.
What are the vehicle amenities?
Small-group luxury vans are used; on-board complimentary soft drinks and water are provided and vehicles are equipped with USB and 110‑volt ports to charge portable electronics.
How much does the tour cost?
The adult guest rate is listed at $199; private transfer and express transfer options are also available.