I had an extra day in Anchorage, so decided to book this cruise and I’m glad I did! I took the train to Whittier and then boarded the ship for the cruise. We saw sea lions, harbor seals, kittiwakes, and watched the glaciers calving. Lunch was served onboard, I had the salmon chowder and it was delicious.
Wear warm clothing, because you will want to spend some time on deck. Binoculars help to see the wildlife more closely.
If you’re taking the train back to Anchorage, you will probably have some extra time after the cruise. There are a few shops and restaurants in Whittier to explore, but some of them were closed during my visit.
You have the option of driving yourself to Whittier, taking the coach, or riding the train. I’m really happy that I took the train. We had a narrator to tell us about the area, and a wonderful view of Cook Inlet. The train stopped for us to see the Dall sheep, the bore tide, and the surfers out on the water.