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Whittier to Anchorage Half Day Transit Tour From the Port

93 Reviews 4.90 out of 5 stars Based on 93 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor |
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Whittier to Anchorage Half Day Transit Tour From the Port Image 2
Along Turnigan Arm
Muskox at Wildlife Conservation Center
Dall Sheep along Turnigan Arm
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On average, this is booked 37 (25) days in advance.
6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Our shuttle to Anchorage is an amazing journey through the Chugach Mountains and along the Turnagain Arm where the beauty of Alaska will not disappoint!

Look for Beluga Whales, Sea Otters, and Dall Sheep as we wind our way into Anchorage. Our first stop will be Portage Valley, the home of 7 glaciers. Our next stop is the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, which is a sanctuary dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife, you'll see Brown and Black Bears, Moose, Wood Bison, Wolves, Caribou, and many other species. Girdwood Brewery is our next stop for lunch then
on into Anchorage we'll stop by a Chocolate factory and Gift shop and enjoy some sweet samples. Our next stop is Earthquake Park and finally Lake Hood (the largest Sea Plane base in America) and watch these amazing pilots take off and land. This is truly a wonderful tour that you will thoroughly enjoy and talk about for years to come. At the end of the tour, we will drop you off anywhere in Anchorage at your request!

What's Included

  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Drop off anywhere in Anchorage
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

West Camp Road
Whittier, AK 99693, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Anchorage
AK, USA

We will drop you off at either your Hotel or Airport.

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Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, education, research, and quality animal care. AWCC takes in injured and orphaned animals and provides them with a permanent home. The Center hosts numerous educational and daily guest programs, including the Walk on the Wild Side tour, where you can get a closer look at the Alaska Wildlife that makes its home here. AWCC also offers up-close animal encounters in the summer featuring moose or brown bears. There are many animals that call AWCC home including black and brown bears, moose, elk, lynx, caribou, muskox, bison, reindeer, wolves, foxes, deer, and more. Choose between driving the 1.5-mile loop, or spending your time walking through the 200 acres that make up the AWCC Campus.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Girdwood Brewing Company

There are have local Food Trucks on-site every day throughout the summer months, and on weekends in the winter months. Lunch at a scenic brewery with food trucks is an experience that blends great food, craft beer, and the beauty of nature. Imagine sitting at a wooden picnic table on a sun-dappled patio, surrounded by lush greenery and rolling mountains. The air is fresh, and a gentle breeze carries the earthy scent of hops and grilled food. The 3,040 square foot brewery and taproom has panoramic views of the surrounding Chugach mountains, you can cozy up to a beer in our timber framed taproom. There is an awesome beer garden with a fire pit, for those who prefer enjoy their beers in a more natural setting.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Earthquake Park

Earthquake Park gives visitors insight into one of the pivotal moments in Alaska history: the 1964 Earthquake. The quake on March 27 – Good Friday – measured 9.2 in magnitude and was the largest quake ever recorded in North America.A sharp drop-off north of the park and the peculiar rippling hills in the forest below are evidence of the massive earthquake that forever altered Anchorage’s landscape. Informative displays tell the story of the geological forces at play that day, and Anchorage history before and since the quake.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lake Hood Harbor

Alaska's Lake Hood Seaplane Base is the World's Largest & Busiest Seaplane Base. The Lake Hood Seaplane Base, or Lake Hood Floatplane Base is located around four miles from downtown Anchorage. Visitors and passengers can see almost 1,000 float planes parked all over the sea bases lake. Watch the float planes take off and land! Learn the history behind it.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Turnagain Arm

Remaining 1.50 hours will be allotted for travel time, between stops, from pickup in Whittier to drop off in Anchorage.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Alaska Wild Berry Products

Sampling the finest Chocolates! There are four kitchens called the Jam and Jelly Kitchen, Hot Kitchen, Candy Kitchen, and the Molding Room. You can watch all four kitchens in action through the viewing windows in our store See Alaska's 20-Foot Chocolate Waterfall. The chocolate waterfall incorporates over 3000 pounds of chocolate, authentic copper candy kettles, and a specially built warming and mixing system. The chocolate gushes out of the fountain head, cascades down the kettles, then settles in the swirling chocolate pool. An amazing sight to see!
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Whittier to Anchorage Half Day Transit Tour From the Port?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Whittier to Anchorage Half Day Transit Tour From the Port?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Snacks.
  • Bottled water.
  • Drop off anywhere in Anchorage.
  • All Fees and Taxes.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Infant Seat, upon request.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Whittier to Anchorage Half Day Transit Tour From the Port is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Whittier to Anchorage Half Day Transit Tour From the Port will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

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  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Drop off anywhere in Anchorage
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Infant Seat, upon request
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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