Anchorage

PRISTINE - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience in Anchorage

Description

Experience the Big Outdoors and Portage Glacier Cruise! See the amazing beauty that surrounds Anchorage. This special tour does not follow any set route. Nor does it follow a time table. Use your time wisely by going into the wilderness to see wildlife and view glaciers. Summer only: an option, on a 80 ft. cruise ship. (available 11am departure only thru OCT 5th. We follow the sun, the wind and our hearts to navigate your vacation towards the most scenic locations capable for the day of your tour. The Wilderness Wildlife Glacier Experience includes entrance into the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. During summer you'll have an option to include a glacier cruise on the mv Ptarmigan. Learn about our rich history and see the Ring of Glaciers. This award winning tour can not be replicated by any other service or shuttle. The Wilderness Wildlife Glacier Experience offers highly trained Guides who's sole purpose is making your vacation memories last a lifetime.

Highlights

Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Half-day Tours
Short term availability
Curated Catalog
Top Product
Bus Tours
Involves Animals
Adventure Tours
Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof
Excellent Quality

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

Bottled water
Driver/guide and scout
Confirmation by PicTours Alaska with all Add-On Selected will be emailed to valid purchase
Entertainment
Live commentary on board
Stop to Purchase Food-Meal

Not included

Ptarmigan ship - price will be excluded from ticket if not specifically selected while booking.
Glacier Cruise ship upgrade may be added directly from PicTours Alaska's website. May-Sep Only
Meals are not included. A stop will be provided to purchase meals.

Itinerary

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Anchorage City Tour as we exit into the wilderness/
Anchorage City Tour as we exit into the wilderness/
Pass by, no stop
2
With a rich historic footprint in Anchorage the rail system
With a rich historic footprint in Anchorage the rail system is viewable during our tour
Pass by, no stop
3
Above 3000 feet, a notable mountain peak viewable throughout
Above 3000 feet, a notable mountain peak viewable throughout Anchorage
Pass by, no stop
4
Scenic Viewpoint to Beluga whale watch Free photography les
Scenic Viewpoint to Beluga whale watch Free photography lessons offered.
15 min
5
Seasonal Self-Guided walk to the foot of Byron Glacier. Typi
Seasonal Self-Guided walk to the foot of Byron Glacier. Typically, later May to mid Sept.
15 minAdmission included
6
Bird Point and selective Viewpoints to photograph soaring ea
Bird Point and selective Viewpoints to photograph soaring eagles, mountain goats, whales or walk upon alpine meadows. Free photography lessons offered.
10 min
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See amazing flying wildlife as well as the marsh areas that
See amazing flying wildlife as well as the marsh areas that are home to moose, salmon and other migrating wildlife.
Pass by, no stop
8
See the scenic valley views. Look for seasonal bears and eag
See the scenic valley views. Look for seasonal bears and eagles.
Pass by, no stop
9
Guided Tour within conservation park to see brown bear, wolv
Guided Tour within conservation park to see brown bear, wolves and bison. Photography lessons offered.
1hAdmission included
10
Available only during summer, from June to August, optional-
Available only during summer, from June to August, optional-Upgrade. Glacier Cruise to be upclose to Portage Glacier. See up close the face of Portage Glacier on the Ptarmigan Cruise ship. See up to 14 glaciers embedded within rugged mountains of the Chugach National Forest, that form the Ring of Glaciers. This Cruise, can be upgraded for an additional fee this is not included in the regular tour cost. The Portage Glacier cruise is in conjunction with the U.S. Dept of Agriculture and hosted by a U.S. Park Ranger. This boat ride is NOT included in Wilderness Wildlife Glacier Experience basic tour. The regular tour, without cruise ship upgrade, still views glaciers within Glacier Valley. Free Photography Lessons offered.
1hAdmission not included
11
Walk on America's most northern rain forest
Walk on America's most northern rain forest
Pass by, no stop
12
See the scenic glacial ponds of Explorer Glacier. When seaso
See the scenic glacial ponds of Explorer Glacier. When seasonally available we walk on the Blue Ice Trail.
15 min
13
Ring of Glaciers. A wonder of glaciers that surround a lake
Ring of Glaciers. A wonder of glaciers that surround a lake filled with pure glacial run off. As we return to Anchorage, live entertainment is offered.
50 minAdmission included

Meeting point

NO HOTEL PICK UP DURING SPRING-FALL. Hotel pick-up December and January only, Major hotels in mid/downtown. We Meet at 10 minutes before Departure at Dena'ina Convention Center, 600 W 7th Avenue--Downtown Anchorage.

Useful information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Glacier Cruise Upgrade Available Summer months Only
Participant Waiver & Release of Liability and Terms & Conditions. By purchasing ticket(s) and/or by participating on a tour, by PicTours Alaska, Inc. you affirm that you and tour attendees accompanying you fully understand and agree to the following Participant Waiver & Release of Liability and Terms & Conditions. I acknowledge, attest, agree and represent that I, and those accompanying me, fully understand and accept, without limitation, sole responsibility for all of the risks associated with my participation while on the tour, including injury and death whether through my own actions or those of other participants, tour guides, pedestrians, automobiles, public transportation, acts of nature or any other external parties. This further includes approval for complimentary photography for your use and possible demonstration of excursion experience in promotions or presentations.
Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available

More than 1 day before100% refund
Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

Neonato0-2 anni
Bambino3-12 anni
€176
Adulto13-100 anni
€220

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Available options

Wilderness Wildlife Glaciers
Photography Lessons -- FREE Duration: 6 hours: 11 am departure. This is the deluxe version to experience the wilderness that surrounds Alaska. Doesn’t include Glacier Boat Wilderness Wildlife Glacier: WEEKDAY & WEEKEND: Sightseeing tour outside the city limits of Anchorage. hour day tour into the wilderness, see wildlife, view glaciers and walk on Alaskan Alpine Meadows.
With 1hr Glacier Cruise
Summer Only Glacier Cruise: Experience Portage Glacier up close on the MSS Ptarmigan. A one hour excursion on the 80-foot ship. Duration: 6 hours: Departs at 11am. Dena'ina Convention Center. 700 W 7th Ave. We meet 10 minutes before departure. 1 Hour Glacier Confirmation: 1 Hour Glacier Cruise Confirmation will be sent by tour Operator, PicTours Alaska, Inc. shortly after this message.