Bus Transfer: Whittier to Anchorage with Wildlife Viewing

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Whittier to Anchorage Tour with Alaska Wildlife & Scenic Views

Step off your cruise ship in Whittier and begin a journey through some of Alaska’s most breathtaking scenery. Travel through the historic Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel and along the Seward Highway, where towering peaks, sparkling waters of Turnagain Arm, and dramatic cliffs set the stage for an unforgettable adventure. Along the way, your guide shares stories of the Indigenous Dena’ina people, Alaska’s wildlife, and the dramatic events that shaped this rugged coastline.

A highlight of the day is the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where easy trails bring you face-to-face with bears, moose, muskoxen, and caribou in natural habitats. After your wildlife encounters, relax on the scenic drive to Anchorage with convenient drop-offs at the airport or downtown, carrying memories of Alaska’s history, wilderness, and wildlife that will stay with you long after your visit.

This tour is typically available from May through September. Our excursions were designed for cruise ship passengers but are available to everyone.

Things You Need to Know

Inclusions:

Transportation from Glacier Creek & Whittier Cruise Terminals (met right as you disembark) to Anchorage International Airport or to the Captain Cook Hotel in Downtown Anchorage
Admission to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Live tour narration during the driving portion of transfer
Transportation in a comfortable, climate-controlled motorcoach, luggage handling, and Portage Tunnel fee

Requirements:

Drop-off is available only at Anchorage International Airport or the Captain Cook Hotel in downtown Anchorage
All ages are welcome! Children 2 and under who will sit on your lap are free
Guests should be able to climb four steps to board the motorcoach; optional walking on paved and gravel trails at the Wildlife Conservation Center

Duration: Approximately 3-3.5 hours (transfer from Whittier to Anchorage)

1 hour - transfer from Glacier Creek & Whittier Cruise Terminals to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
1 hour - Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (optional walking on gravel/paved trails)
1 hour - onward travel to Anchorage International Airport and the Captain Cook Hotel, Downtown Anchorage
- Estimated drop off: Anchorage Airport - 12:30pm
- Estimated drop off: Downtown Anchorage - Captain Cook Hotel - 12:45pm

Meeting Instructions:

This tour meets inside the Glacier Creek and Whittier Cruise Terminals shortly after disembarkation. Guests will receive full check-in instructions, including exact times and locations, on their finalized ticket vouchers.

ADA Accessibility of Tour:

This tour is limited mobility accessible. Guests should be capable of climbing four steps to enter and exit the motorcoach. There is limited space for collapsible wheelchairs and walkers. There is no storage available for motorized scooters. Please leave a comment during checkout if accommodations for collapsible equipment will be required on tour.
- Fully Wheelchair Accessible (No stairs, transfers or walking required): No
- Limited Mobility Accessible (Wheelchair or walker permitted, but not fully accessible): Yes
- Stroller Accessible: Yes
- Wheelchair & Stroller Storage Available: Yes

Refund Policy:

You may cancel for any reason up to seven (7) days prior to the date of the tour for a full refund.
Please see our Refund Policy Page for complete details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can go ahead and make your reservation and contact us later to update your drop off location. That way you'll secure your spot before the date fills up. Please update our team at least a week in advance.

Drop offs are available at the Anchorage International Airport or the Captain Cook Hotel located in downtown Anchorage.

There is no strict luggage limit, and most guests travel with one large suitcase, one carry-on, and a personal item.

The motorcoach holds up to 50 passengers. Guests should be able to climb four steps to board the motorcoach

Yes, restrooms are available at the cruise terminal, at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, and onboard the motorcoach.

Car seats are not provided for this tour. Children 2 and under may sit on a parent's lap, or you may bring your own carseat (an extra purchased seat would be recommended).

The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is a nonprofit sanctuary that protects and cares for Alaska’s native wildlife while promoting conservation, education, and rehabilitation in a natural setting.

Guests should bring a camera, a light jacket (even in summer), and a small daypack with personal essentials for a comfortable outing.

For cruise arrivals, guests collect their luggage at the terminal, and drivers assist with loading for quick, comfortable boarding.

Luggage is stored under the coach; please keep valuables with you.

All vehicles are accessible for seniors and guests with mobility challenges. Motorized scooters and walkers can be stored under the full-size motorcoaches during travel.

If you are flying out of Anchorage on the day of travel, your flight must depart after 3:00 PM.

Whittier has two cruise ship terminals. Guests will be picked up at their assigned terminal: at Glacier Creek Cruise Terminal between 8:00–8:30 AM, check in at the kiosk; at Whittier Cruise Terminal between 8:45–9:00 AM, look for the representative in a grey polo holding the tour sign. Please review your finalized ticket voucher for complete check-in details.

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Bus Transfer: Whittier to Anchorage with Wildlife Viewing

Excursion Overview

Whittier to Anchorage Tour with Alaska Wildlife & Scenic Views