Portage Glacier Cruise plus Tour

Travel down the Seward Highway, a National Scenic Byway, along Turnagain Arm and visit Portage Glacier, the most visited attraction in Alaska. Stop by the Begich-Boggs Visitors Center before you board the cruise ship M/V Ptarmigan for an unforgettable one hour, narrated cruise across Portage Lake to the face of Portage Glacier. An unforgettable experience!

Head out the scenic Seward Highway to Portage Glacier. As you skirt the shores of Turnagain Arm, watch for wildlife. Stop at the Begich-Boggs Visitor Center to see the glaciology exhibits. Then board the M/V Ptarmigan for an unforgettable one hour cruise across iceberg-dotted Portage Lake. Take a seat in the enclosed lounge or on the open-air observation deck. The cruise is narrated by a representative of the U.S. Forest Service. On the way back to Anchorage, stop at the Alyeska Ski Resort for a lunch on your own and an optional tram ride to the top of Mt. Alyeska.

This tour is seasonal and operates from May to September.

Schedule details

Departure Point:

Hilton Anchorage, 500 West Third Avenue

Departure Time:

• 9:00am
• 12:00pm

Return Details:

Returns to original departure point at approximately 7 hours after departure

Pricing information

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Tour options:

Additional information

Inclusions:

• Live commentary by a professional driver/guide
• 1 hour Narrated Cruise aboard the M/V Ptarmigan
• Transport by air-conditioned coach

Exclusions:

• Lunch
• Optional Tram ride to top of Mt Alyeska
• Gratuities (optional)

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
• We recommend you bring your own binoculars for spotting wildlife!

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.