Anchorage: Turnagain Arm Scenic Winter Tour with a Guide
ID: GYG917713-1435009
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a scenic drive on the Turnagain Arm from Anchorage to Portage on this day tour. Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, ride the Alyeska Resort tram, and see bears, musk oxen, and more.
Experience the Seward Highway’s winter scenic beauty on a full-day tour from Anchorage to Portage Valley. Look for wildlife as you drive and visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to see bears, musk oxen, bison, and more. Before returning to Anchorage, ride the Alyeska Resort’s aerial tram to the top of Girdwood Valley.
Depart from your hotel and travel south of Anchorage along the Seward Highway, one of only 13 US highways featuring the designation of an “All-American Road.” The trip will be filled with chances to stop and savor the scenery and take photos as you drive the Turnagain Arm’s winding roadway to Girdwood and Alyeska Resort.
Take a tram ride to the top of Mount Alyeska for a stunning view of the glacial valley below, then continue for the short drive to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC). The AWCC is a 200-acre facility dedicated to the preservation and protection of Alaska’s most iconic animals.
See moose, bears, wolves, musk ox, and more as you walk or drive the beautiful property, any time of year. After the cruise, return to Anchorage, enjoying the scenery again. End this wonderful day of exploration with a return to your hotel.
Highlights
- Enjoy a scenic drive along the Seward Highway
- Take a tram ride to the top of Mount Alyeska for a stunning view of the valley
- Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to see bears, musk oxen, and more
- Learn about the conservation and protection of Alaska's most iconic animals
- Look for wildlife as you drive and stop to take photos of the beautiful scenery
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Dress warmly in layers for the outdoor activities. Check weather conditions before departure.
The Alyeska Scenic Tram and Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center are subject to seasonality and weather cancellations. In the event of a cancellation, guests will receive a refund equal to the amount of the entrance fees of the canceled item.
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Round-trip transportation from Anchorage hotels in a clean and comfortable tour van
- Professional, local tour guide
- Entrance to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
- Alyeska Resort aerial tram ride
- Snacks and water
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals
- Gratuities (optional)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.