A coach from Anchorage to Whittier, then a Prince William Sound cruise past many glaciers. This cruise leaves from Whittier, not Seward. It's listed on Viator as "Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Cruise and Coach Package". You book on Viator; the operator runs the tour.
Season note: Next season opens May 1, 2027.
Practical details
- Destination: Anchorage
- Type: Glacier Tours & Cruises, Whale Watching & Wildlife Tours
- Run by: Phillips Cruises & Tours (tour operator on Viator)
- Private or shared: Shared (large boat, up to 250 guests)
- How long: About 11 hours with the coach
- Season: Next season opens May 1, 2027.
- Where it starts: Coach: Hotel Captain Cook, 5th Avenue door, Anchorage, at 9:00 a.m.; leaves 9:15 a.m. The cruise departs from Whittier (Cliffside Marina), not Seward.
- Included: Coach from Anchorage through the Whittier tunnel; captain's narration; a lunch with smoked salmon chowder (vegetarian or kids' meal on 48 hours' notice); coffee, tea and water; restrooms.
- Not included: Bar drinks; gratuities; Wi-Fi.
- Cancellation: Cancel at least 24 hours before the start for a full refund, per the Viator listing.
- Price: See current price and availability on Viator.
Check the date, start time and price with the deal buttons before you pay. Details last checked: 2026-10-20, on the Viator listing.
Alternatives
- Turnagain Arm, Wildlife Center & Glaciers Small-Group Tour: Turnagain Arm, glacier views and the wildlife center.
- Matanuska Glacier Hike Day Tour: Full-day trip from Anchorage to hike Matanuska Glacier.
- Grand Knik Helicopter Tour (3 Landings): 2-hour Knik Glacier helicopter tour with 3 landings.
Planning tip: read Alaska flightseeing: what's included and weather.
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