With real wilds just beyond its doorstep, Anchorage is both a traveler's hub and a gateway to all that Alaska has to offer. Within little more than an hour's reach are glaciers, fjords, mountain ranges, sweeping river valleys, and an array of Alaskan wildlife. This package includes five nights at a lakefront hotel and daily activities that showcase the many nearby Alaska wonders. The trip starts, stays, and ends in Anchorage.
A base camp trip is ideal when you want to limit the amount of time spent traveling between destinations without sacrificing the big landscapes, big wildlife, and big adventure of Alaska. In this itinerary center your experience in Anchorage.
Here is everything that is included. Remember, we can easily add or remove services so this vacation package is the perfect fit for your party.
Find Alaskan history and impeccable service along with a restful stay at this high-end Anchorage hotel. Learn More >
See the sites of Anchorage by bike on this three-hour guided cycling tour along the city's famed Tony Knowles Coastal Trail. Learn More >
One of the 10 most visited attractions in the state, this world-class museum is located in the heart of Alaska's busiest city. Learn More >
Embark on a flight along the Cook Inlet from Anchorage to Lake Clark National Park's southernmost border on this six-hour flightseeing and brown bear viewing excursion. Learn More >
Glassy waters treat passengers onboard to the smoothest of rides on this family-friendly day cruise through the fjords of Prince William Sound. Learn More >
Walk on a glacier and learn about the fascinating natural history of southcentral Alaska on this fully guided eight-hour tour out of Anchorage. Learn More >
Read on for a day-by-day breakdown of this tour package. Click on an item to get started, and be sure to contact us if you have any questions.
Welcome to Alaska! Arrive and check into your hotel.
Ease into your Alaska vacation with an guided bike tour on the Coastal Trail. Moose and bear sightings are quite common on this popular Anchorage trail with views of the Cook Inlet and western Alaska Range. In the afternoon spend some time taking in Arctic science, Alaska Native cultures, and art exhibits at the renowned Anchorage Museum.
It's a bucket list Alaska day: You're heading across the Cook Inlet to go bear viewing. Your destination depends on the month you're traveling. In July expect to go to Katmai National Park to see the bears of Brooks Falls. Late summer visitors will take a full-day bear viewing trip to either Chinitna Bay or Crescent Lake in Lake Clark National Park. All trips include a roundtrip flight from Anchorage.
Head to the historic Anchorage rail depot this morning to catch the train to Whittier. You'll ride along the entire Turnagain Arm, a scenic waterway bordered by steep cliffsides and glacially carved mountains. The train arrives in time to catch the 26 Glacier Cruise for six hours of glacier and marine wildlife viewing in the calm waters of Prince William Sound. Once you return to the harbor, settle in for a late evening train ride back to Anchorage.
Till now you've seen glaciers from a distance, today you'll take a walk on one. Your full-day Matanuska Glacier tour takes you by van into the beautiful Matanuska Valley and includes two hours trekking the glacier with an experienced guide. Enjoy a final night in Anchorage.
Depart Anchorage.
Here is our general tour map showing all the destinations we offer. You can see a larger version here.
The prices below will give you an idea of approximately how much this trip will cost. Keep in mind your actual price will likely vary based on your departure date, availability, and any modifications you make. You can use one of the links below to request an exact quote for your party, or price the trip yourself if you prefer using our My Trip feature.
| Single | Double | Triple | Quad | Child | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tour Price | Single: $4,511 | Double: $3,174 | Triple: $2,853 | Quad: $2,692 | Child: $1,659 |
| Taxes & Fees | Single: $401 | Double: $240 | Triple: $202 | Quad: $183 | Child: $58 |
| Total | Single: $4,912 | Double: $3,414 | Triple: $3,055 | Quad: $2,875 | Child: $1,717 |
| The columns above represent room occupancy. For example, "Double" means two adults sharing one room. The "Child" rate shown is based on an 11 year old sharing a room with two adults. | |||||
| Single | Double | Triple | Quad | Child | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tour Price | Single: $4,511 | Double: $3,174 | Triple: $2,853 | Quad: $2,692 | Child: $1,659 |
| Taxes & Fees | Single: $401 | Double: $240 | Triple: $202 | Quad: $183 | Child: $58 |
| Total | Single: $4,912 | Double: $3,414 | Triple: $3,055 | Quad: $2,875 | Child: $1,717 |
| The columns above represent room occupancy. For example, "Double" means two adults sharing one room. The "Child" rate shown is based on an 11 year old sharing a room with two adults. | |||||
As a base camp package, this itinerary is just a start! We can add or remove services to make it your ideal trip. Prefer not to bike? Switch the cycling tour for a guided city tour. Traveling in July? You'll have good luck with bear viewing on a tour to Katmai National Park. Want to add another extra special excursion? Top of your trip with a bucket list helicopter flightseeing tour of Anchorage's neighboring glaciers.
Take a walk on one of Alaska’s beautiful glaciers on this popular helicopter flight and guided ice walk departing just an hour outside of Anchorage. Learn More >
Learn about Anchorage, from its tent city origin to its modern day culture, on this guided two and a half hour tour. Learn More >
See the world-famous Brooks Falls brown bears in person on this full-day floatplane and bear viewing trip to Katmai National Park. Learn More >
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