Cultural Tour and Transfer from Whittier to Anchorage
Tour Times: 8:30 AM
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included
Overview
End your cruise vacation with an exciting tour and transfer from Whittier cruise terminal to Anchorage Airport or downtown hotel drop off - this is a great option for you and your travel companion/family or group.
Your English speaking driver will meet you at the Whittier cruise terminal, and guide you to your climate controlled motorcoach. Each guest can bring one suitcase and one carry on, plenty of space for a comfortable transfer.
Leaving the cruise port behind, travel through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel - yes you drive through the mountain! Emerging on the other side, settle in with views of the Seward Highway. Your knowledgeable driver/guide will narrate along the way sharing the history of the area, the Indigenous people and memorable landscapes.
Your journey takes you along the shoreline of Turnagain Arm and the impressive Chugach Mountains, the coastal and mountain views are simply breathtaking.
Enjoy a stop at the Alaska Native Heritage Center. A fascinating introduction to the years of history and traditions. Discover cultural experiences such as dances and storytelling and more, there are many activities inside the Center but it also extends beyond.
Take a relaxing walking trail around Lake Tiulana, with its traditional dwellings, and take some memorable photos - you have around 90 minutes at the Center and whatever you choose to see, remember to dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.
Meet the Centers cultural ambassadors with their unique connections and heritage as you learn about Alutiiq, Aleut, and Southeast Alaska Native people.
Having enjoyed seeing native artwork and handicrafts, you may be tempted to pick up an authentic souvenir from the gift shop, make sure it can fit in your suitcase!
Following your visit, you will board your transport to continue your transfer with a drop off with your luggage at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (around 130pm) or your downtown Anchorage (around 1245pm).
If you are in need of this tour from the other direction (Anchorage Airport to Whittier), please see the listing at:
https://www.ventureashore.com/excursion/region-pnw-anc-124783/anchorage/3hour-shared-tour-and-transfer-from-anchorage-to-whittier
What's Included
- English speaking driver/guide
- Climate controlled motorcoach
- Pick up at Whittier cruise terminal
- Drop off at Anchorage airport or downtown (Captain Cook Hotel)
- Timed to connect with cruise ship schedules
- Entrances to Alaska Native Heritage Center
- Life-Sized Traditional Village Sites
- Travel through Historic Anton Anderson Tunnel
- Food/beverage
- Tips/gratuity
Considerations
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Please arrive 15 minutes prior to transfer.
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Motorcoaches do not have wheelchair lifts.
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Motorcoaches are not wheelchair accessible, guests must be able to walk up steps into the motorcoach.
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Bring cash and/or credit card for any additional purchases on the day.
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Gratuities/Tips are not included in your tour, if you would like to leave a tip, please bring cash.
Special Instructions
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Luggage allowance per guest: One suitcase and a carry on.
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Travel with your important travel documents to hand.
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The estimated drop off time is 130pm (airport) and 1245pm (downtown). If being dropped off downtown, you will be dropped at the Captain Cook Hotel. If not staying there, you can easily find your way to your own hotel.
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Wear comfortable clothes and closed toed shoes for your transfer and onward travel.
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Bring raingear, a light jacket is recommended, sunglasses and a hat.
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Optional walking at the Heritage Center (paved trails available)
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Bring your camera to capture wonderful memories of your time ashore!
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