Enjoy a scenic drive and get up close to glaciers with this coach and cruise excursion from Anchorage. Soak up the scenery on the narrated coach ride along the Turnagain Arm Drive, a designated Scenic Byway. Then board a comfortable catamaran for a cruise around Prince William Sound to Blackstone Bay to see glaciers, waterfalls, and wildlife.

Enjoy a 3.75-hour Glacier Quest Cruise to Blackstone Bay
No sickness guaranteed on a smooth cruising catamaran
Narration by forest service ranger during cruise
Scenic round-trip transfers from Anchorage by coach

What To Expect

Turnagain Arm Drive

Traveling between Anchorage and Whittier is a spectacular journey. The Seward Highway is designated a Scenic Byway that follows the shoreline of Turnagain as it winds its way along the base of mountains revealing one stunning view after the next. As time allows, photo stops will be made along the way.
• Admission Ticket Included

Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel

Travel time from Anchorage to Whittier is 90 minutes. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes.

The Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. The tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier, hourly until 11:00 PM.
• Admission Ticket Included

Prince William Sound

Explore Blackstone Bay on the 3.75-hour Glacier Quest Cruise. See glaciers, waterfalls, and wildlife up close.

After the cruise, meet the coach at 6:45 PM for your return to Anchorage.
4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Whittier

Whittier Alaska is the Gateway to Prince William Sound. This quaint coastal town is home to just 200 residents. Whittier is the place where local Alaskans come to play in Prince William Sound for the weekend.
• Admission Ticket Included

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 4 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Infants must sit on laps
Service animals allowed
Most travelers can participate
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers need to ascend/descend 3-5 steps to board coach. Please call for assistance
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 140 travelers

Include

ADA Accessibility is limited – Please call regarding your specific needs so we can assist you.
No Seasickness Guarantee – Our smooth cruising catamarans & the calm waters of Prince William Sound.
A Chugach National Forest Service ranger provide professional narration during the cruise.
Smoke-free vessels – We do not allow any form of tobacco, marijuana, vape or e-cigarettes.
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Restroom on board

Exclude

Gift Shop items are available for purchase on board to share with family back home.
Alcoholic Beverages
Gratuities