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Prince William Sound Glacier Tour - Whittier

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Phillips Cruises and Tours offers a unique and memorable way to view the beauty of the glaciers and wildlife of Prince William Sound in a pristine wilderness area. Conditions change daily due to weather, ice flows, and wildlife activity so our captains adapt to these changing conditions to provide the best cruise experience while keeping your safety and comfort a top priority. The crew is attentive throughout the cruise ensuring that your time with us is an enjoyable memory and a favorite highlight of your Alaska vacation.

Our tours are operated on first-class catamarans. Due to their dual hull design, these powerful high-speed catamarans are extremely stable and able to smoothly navigate through the narrow fjords and passages that lead us to the face of massive glaciers. By operating safely and efficiently, Phillips provides a comfortable cruise and our No-Seasickness Guarantee assures nervous cruisers the confidence that they will enjoy our cruise without any unpleasant effects.
Ville: Whittier
Sat 19 Apr
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Ce qui est inclu
Smoke-free vessels
No Seasickness Guarantee - Our smooth cruising catamarans & the calm waters of Prince William Sound.
Coffee, hot tea, and ice water are available at self-serve stations.
ADA Accessible providing a safe and comfortable way for everyone to see the glaciers.
Captain provides professional narration during the cruise.
Wild Alaska smoked salmon chowder, oyster crackers, Julienne vegetable salad, cheese stick, fruit snack, and a Peppermint Pattie. Request Vegetarian Chili or Kids’ Meal 48 hours prior.
Restroom on board
Information additionnelle
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Be mindful of the space around you for social distancing
  • All crew and guests must wear a mask or face covering per current COVID-19 procedures.
À quoi s'attendre
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Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
Travel time from Anchorage to Whittier is 90 minutes. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. The Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. The tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier, hourly until 11:00 PM.
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Prince William Sound
Cruise the calm waters of Prince William Sound to view glaciers, marine wildlife, and migratory birds in first-class comfort on the 26 Glacier Cruise.
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Whittier
Before or after your cruise, we hope you will explore our quaint seaside town of Whittier, Alaska. Stroll along the harbor boardwalk, visit local shops and restaurants, or hike a local trail.
4
Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
Travel time from Anchorage to Whittier is 90 minutes. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. The Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. The tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier, hourly until 11:00 PM.
5
Prince William Sound
Cruise the calm waters of Prince William Sound to view glaciers, marine wildlife, and migratory birds in first-class comfort on the 26 Glacier Cruise.
6
Whittier
Before or after your cruise, we hope you will explore our quaint seaside town of Whittier, Alaska. Stroll along the harbor boardwalk, visit local shops and restaurants, or hike a local trail.
7
Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
Travel time from Anchorage to Whittier is 90 minutes. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. The Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. The tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier, hourly until 11:00 PM.
8
Prince William Sound
Cruise the calm waters of Prince William Sound to view glaciers, marine wildlife, and migratory birds in first-class comfort on the 26 Glacier Cruise.
9
Whittier
Before or after your cruise, we hope you will explore our quaint seaside town of Whittier, Alaska. Stroll along the harbor boardwalk, visit local shops and restaurants, or hike a local trail.
10
Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
Travel time from Anchorage to Whittier is 90 minutes. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. The Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. The tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier, hourly until 11:00 PM.
11
Prince William Sound
Cruise the calm waters of Prince William Sound to view glaciers, marine wildlife, and migratory birds in first-class comfort on the 26 Glacier Cruise.
12
Whittier
Before or after your cruise, we hope you will explore our quaint seaside town of Whittier, Alaska. Stroll along the harbor boardwalk, visit local shops and restaurants, or hike a local trail.
13
Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
Travel time from Anchorage to Whittier is 90 minutes. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. The Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. The tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier, hourly until 11:00 PM.
14
Prince William Sound
Cruise the calm waters of Prince William Sound to view glaciers, marine wildlife, and migratory birds in first-class comfort on the 26 Glacier Cruise.
15
Whittier
Before or after your cruise, we hope you will explore our quaint seaside town of Whittier, Alaska. Stroll along the harbor boardwalk, visit local shops and restaurants, or hike a local trail.
16
Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
Travel time from Anchorage to Whittier is 90 minutes. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. The Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. The tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier, hourly until 11:00 PM.
17
Prince William Sound
Cruise the calm waters of Prince William Sound to view glaciers, marine wildlife, and migratory birds in first-class comfort on the 26 Glacier Cruise.
18
Whittier
Before or after your cruise, we hope you will explore our quaint seaside town of Whittier, Alaska. Stroll along the harbor boardwalk, visit local shops and restaurants, or hike a local trail.
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Politique d'annulation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Commentaires (830)
travmama
Sep 2007
My daughter and I went on the Phillips 26 Glacier Cruise in May. We had problems deciding on what cruise to pick from. We were also interested in the Kenai Fjords cruise as well. We decided upon the Prince William Sound cruise due to concerns about becoming seasick on the Kenai Fjords one. We were extremely happy with our choice. Getting to Whittier is an adventure in itself. I highly recommend studying the tunnel opening schedule and allow plenty of time to get into Whittier. We came in on an early opening allowing us to have a leisurely lunch in Whittier before we headed to the boat. I think everyone should have the "Whittier experience" to appreciate how isolated some of the Alaskans are. We enjoyed talking with some of the locals since we had some extra time before the cruise and found most rarely leave their little town. The cruise was smooth sailing and we were lucky to see alot of wildlife including 3 orca whales. I knew we would have likely seen orcas on the Kenai tour but uncertain if we would in Prince Wm Sound. The glaciers were spectacular and watching them calve and fall into the sea was awesome. We were put at a table with 2 others from France. They had done the Kenai tour and saw more whales but they thought the glaciers were more spectacular on the Phillips tour. I recommend booking early in order to get a reserved window table. If you take a regular cruise, I highly recommend taking this cruise in Whittier as well since this smaller ship can get you much closer to the glaciers then a big cruise ship can. They also feed you a light lunch which wasn't bad. I believe it was breaded fish, applesauce, chips and a cookie. Unfortunately, we had a lot of rain/cloudy weather on the cruise but we were told it was good since the glaciers have a deeper blue hue. The sun did come out briefly and sure enough the glaciers were not as blue. We saw orca whales, lots of sea otters, birds, seals, etc The narration was very informative. The cruise is a bit expensive but worth every penny. I highly recommend this cruise.
BelleSouth
Aug 2006
Based on a tripadvisor recommendation, I booked the 26 Glacier Cruise as an afterthought when no rental cars were available. You can't get close to a glacier unless you venture out of Anchorage, and their Web site (...) made it easy to book a ride from downtown Anchorage to the Port of Whittier to board the boat. (The site also lets you book a train to Whittier. If you choose to drive the 50 miles, make sure you understand how to negotiate the oddball Anderson Memorial Tunnel. It has a hefty toll, and a strange schedule that allows trains and two-way traffic to alternately share a single, 2 1/2 mile, rock-hewn lane through the mountain.) The coach trip was the first of many surprises. $45 per person for a 100-mile ride is a bargain, especially when it includes entertainment. I don't know if Gary was a typical driver, but he told interesting anecdotes that made the ride seem short. Stories about avalanches. World War II trivia. Beluga whales. Why the army built the Anderson Tunnel. Why the mudflats are dangerous. Where to get the best seafood in Anchorage. He stopped at a few scenic points, and trained binoculars on white dots of sheep high in the mountains. Gary was a fascinating guide. The 4 1/2 hour glacier tour of Prince William Sound flew by like two hours. You're assigned seating at a table/booth on one of the boat's two decks. The Klondike has walls of windows all around. Depending on your seat, you could comfortably sit and enjoy spectacular scenery without ever getting up, making it a good choice for people with physical limitations. (I don't know about wheelchair accessibility.) They served a simple but sufficient hot lunch and provided free self-service coffee and tea. There's also an onboard food and drink bar, including cocktails, souvenirs, camera film. The bathrooms ... excuse me, "marine heads" ... are nice, and better than most restrooms in Whittier, according to Gary. I saw people playing cards, talking, napping, but for me it was fun to move around the ship's outdoor decks to take in the incredible views. (Wear warm outer clothes.) Over the speakers, they talked about the glaciers and wildlife while scouting the waters for seals and orca. The glaciers are huge and blue and ancient and breathtaking. While watching Surprise Glacier, a chunk the size of a two-story building broke away and crashed into the sea. Go to the 26 Glacier Web site. If the pictures make your heart race and your camera finger twitch, then you will enjoy this cruise. I wondered it would be worth $371 ($281 for two adults, $90 for two rides.) In retrospect, this spectacular experience alone was worth the time and expense to travel to Alaska.
robertav153
Feb 2025
Impeccable organization! Very comfortable boat, spectacular views of the glaciers of Prince William Sound and lots of whale, killer whale and sea lion sightings. Perfect hike!
Réponse de l'hôte
Feb 2025
Grazie infinite!

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