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Overview
This new route connecting Seward and Whittier, two of Southcentral Alaska's lovely coastal towns, includes a National Scenic Byway and a two-mile tunnel passage. After leaving Seward, passengers on the comfortable Park Connection motorcoach head for the Kenai Mountains. The road tops out in Turnagain Pass before continuing through beautiful Portage Valley. Keep an eye out for glaciers, the steep valley walls are laced with them. After passing through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel, the drive concludes in Whittier.
Connect two of Southcentral Alaska's lovely coastal towns.
The Park Connection operates one trip daily from Seward to Whittier. The motorcoach departs from the Gateway and Seward Windsong Lodge and drops passengers off at the Whittier cruise docks.
This route is a perfect connection for travelers enjoying a land itinerary before embarking on an Alaska cruise from Whittier. The route allows for the land portion of the trip to end in Seward without requiring a trip back to Anchorage before continuing to Whittier.
More Details
The Park Connection runs a fleet of modern 52-seat Prevost motorcoaches. Passengers onboard enjoy comfortable reclining seats equipped with seatbelts, footrests, armrests, and outlets. Seating is first-come, first-served. There is one lavatory located in the rear of the bus. Large luggage is stowed by Park Connection staff in lower bays. Guests can store their smaller items in overhead bins.
Park Connection drivers provide casual commentary on the surrounding area, keeping it light to give passengers time to relax and enjoy the picturesque wonder of Alaska's landscape. Photo stops may be made at the driver's discretion as weather and time permits.
What to Bring
The motorcoaches have large picture windows at every seat, so bring a camera onboard to capture the scenery along the way.
Special Instructions
The Park Connection allows two bags and one small carry on item per person. Additional fees may apply for excessively large oversized bags or items like bicycles, fish boxes, fishing equipment, or climbing equipment. There is no charge for items like strollers, car seats, wheelchairs, scooters, or oxygen concentrators.
Park Connection motorcoaches are wheelchair accessible. Please notify the Park Connection at least 48 hours in advance if wheelchair accessibility is required. Each motorcoach can accommodate up to two wheelchair passengers at one time.
Departure/Arrival Points
Passengers must be at their designated pickup location at least 15 minutes prior to the schedule departure time. Pickup and drop-off locations are strictly limited to the list below.
Seward Departures
Gateway Hotel
Seward Windsong Lodge
Whittier Arrivals
Whittier Cruise Docks
Rates & Dates
Here are the rates and operating dates for this product. Remember, we have a lowest price guarantee for nearly everything we sell.
Child rates apply to children under the age of 12.
Dates | Adult | Child |
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5/12/25 (M) to 9/16/25 (Tu)5/12/25 (M) to 9/16/25 (Tu) | Adult: $105.00 | Child: $52.50 |
The rates above are subject to change without notice. |
Departure Times
Departure times and locations are listed below. Click on a link for an interactive map.
Depart | Location |
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Depart: 1:10 PM | Location: Gateway Hotel Seward |
Depart: 1:30 PM | Location: Seward Windsong Lodge |
Availability
Select a departure below to see current availability. If your desired date is sold out (red) we will do our best to find an alternative, but we may not be able to accommodate your request.
Quick Facts
- Price $105
- Duration 2.5 Hours
- Departs 1:10 PM
- Operating Dates Daily from 5/12/2025 to 9/16/2025
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Scenic byway views out large picture windows.
- Casual route narration by the coach driver.
- Comfortable reclining seats with seatbelts and outlets.
- Efficient transfer between major destinations.
Guest Feedback
"In my opinion, the best way to get to Whittier. The driver was very informative and entertaining, and the scenery was fabulous. We were delivered right to the door of the terminal, the luggage was handled for us, and we swiftly boarded the ship."
~Joyce from Ontario~