Arrive in the City of Anchorage and pick up your rental car to take an educational and informative tour of the Alaska Native Heritage Center. The center provides programs in both academic and informal settings, including workshops, demonstrations, and guided tours of indoor exhibits and outdoor village sites. Afterwards, maybe take a scenic walk on one of Anchorage's multiple trail systems, or just explore the city. Overnight in Anchorage.
This morning take a drive on the scenic Seward Hwy, winding along Turnagain Arm to Whittier. Make sure to keep an eye out for wildlife along this amazing route, you may even see Beluga Whales playing near the coastline. Arrive in the idyllic City of Whittier in time to board your Prince William Sound Blackstone Glacier Cruise. It is an exciting cruise; not only will see breathtaking scenery like calving glaciers, and towering waterfalls, but also the wildlife of Prince William Sound. Top this all off with a delicious Alaska salmon and prime rib meal served on-board, buffet style(Included). Drive back to the small town of Girdwood, and check in to the Alyeska Resort, where you will be spending the night. Overnight at Alyeska Resort.
This morning, drive further south, this time traveling to the city of Seward, lying at the head of Resurrection Bay. Upon arrival, take a wildlife day cruise with a different perspective, out into Resurrection Bay and beyond, The Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise Aialik and Holgate Glaciers. During the cruise you will pass towering alpine glaciers, including the enormous Bear Glacier, taking advantage of spectacular photo opportunities from the many outdoor viewing decks. For dinner, enjoy another delicious Alaska Salmon and Prime Rib meal served on-board, buffet style(Included). After your cruise, take the drive back to Anchorage and check int your hotel for a restful night. Overnight in Anchorage.
This morning check out of your hotel, return your rental car, and feel free to take a self guided tour of downtown Anchorage before your departure. Downtown has lots of unique little shops and excellent restaurants, and on the weekends, the Anchorage Saturday Market is a great place to walk for shopping, entertainment, and food. The city also has a very extensive trail system and lots of parks to enjoy and relax in. You could also visit the Museum of History and Art or enjoy some shopping at the 5th Avenue Mall. This tour ends in Anchorage; connect with your flight home, or continue on your next Alaska Adventure
Side Note: All of our summer season vacation packages are flexible, so we can completely customize your dream Alaska vacation.
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I just wanted to write and thank you for planning the most wonderful vacation I have ever had in my life! Everything from the lodging, goldstar train ride, bus tour of Denali Park, Kenai Fjiords, etc was exceptional. And, the weather cooperated on the days in park and on the boat. We saw 8 grizzly bears, a large alpha male wolf, several bands of....Read More
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