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Glacier Quest Cruise and Coach Package
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11 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
We make it easy to see it all in one day! Relax on the coach as the driver guide narrates while you enjoy the beauty of Turnagain Arm.
In Whittier, the Glacier Quest Cruise cruises from the quaint seaside town to glacier-filled Blackstone Bay, a dramatic deep-water fjord where two tidewater glaciers and several alpine glaciers await. Keep an eye out for sea otters, Steller sea lions, bears, mountain goats, whales, and more!
You will see several glaciers, including Tebenkof Glacier, named for Mikhail Demitrievich Tebenkof, an outstanding surveyor whose maps were the first charts of Alaska’s waters published in 1852. Northland Glacier rests majestically, clinging to the edge of the towering mountain. Blackstone and Beloit are tidewater glaciers that have carved a steep pathway to reach Prince William Sound’s saltwater. Cruise up close to these massive glaciers to watch for telltale signs of movement signaled by the distinct “pop” of glacier ice calving.
Return to Anchorage by coach.
What's Included
- No Seasickness Guarantee - Our smooth cruising catamarans & the calm waters of Prince William Sound.
- Wild Alaska smoked salmon chowder, oyster crackers, Julienne vegetable salad, roll, cheese stick, fruit snack, and a Peppermint Pattie. Vegetarian Chili (GF) or Kids’ Meal, on request 48 hours before.
- ADA Accessibility is limited - Please call regarding your specific needs so we can assist you.
- Smoke-free vessels - We do not allow any form of tobacco, marijuana, vape or e-cigarettes.
- Restroom on board
- A Chugach National Forest Service ranger provide professional narration during the cruise.
- Coffee, hot tea, and ice water are available.
- Gift Shop items are available for purchase on board to share with family back home.
- Warm your spirits with our signature hot drinks or try our Glacier Ice Margarita. Our full-service bar features Alaskan ales on tap, wine, a full selection of spirits and liquors.
- Gratuities
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
At 9:00 AM, present your mobile ticket and photo I.D. to the Phillips Cruises staff outside the Hotel Captain Cook on 5th Avenue to board the coach. The coach departs Anchorage at 9:15 AM. Show I.D. in Whittier at 12:00 PM to receive boarding cards for the Glacier Quest Cruise 1:00 PM - 4:45 PM.
Start time
09:15 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Ticket redemption point
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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 Free
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 Free
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 Free
Additional Info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travelers need to ascend/descend 3-5 steps to board coach. Please call for assistance
Operated by Phillips Cruises & Tours, LLC
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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