Seward to Anchorage Scenic Transfer Photo Tour

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8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Enjoy short walks in nature surrounded by spectacular vistas and stop for wildlife sightings as part of your transfer to Anchorage airport or downtown hotels.

This small group transfer tour is an opportunity to capture the stunning beauty of Alaska following your cruise. Our objective is to explore unique locations and provide you with great photo opportunities. You'll receive technical and creative guidance from a professional photographer as you traverse the amazing Alaskan landscape along the Seward Highway National Scenic Byway.

A deli lunch in the historic townsite of Hope is included for all guests, as is a self-guided tour of the Hope and Sunrise Historical and Mining Museum.

What's Included

Airport drop-off (if option selected)
Natural history narrative en route
Tripods for smartphones and DSLR cameras
Snacks
Lunch
Creative and technical photography instruction and support
Professional photographer guide
Coffee and/or Tea
Hotel drop-off (if option selected)
Cameras
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Seward Cruise Ship Terminal

Travelers should look for the black company van parked at the pick up location.

End point
This activity ends in a different location. You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • Seward Highway (Pass by)

    After pick up, you'll travel north along the Seward Highway National Scenic Byway.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    One potential stop on this tour is the Exit Glacier Viewpoint, which offers a stunning view of Exit Glacier.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    At this stop, you may have the opportunity to see sockeye salmon, as well as Dolly Varden and rainbow trout, swimming through Moose Creek. Other potential wildlife sightings include black and brown bears, bald eagles, common mergansers, and a wide variety of forest birds.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Stopping at Tern Lake gives you the opportunity to enjoy the spectacular view of the lake, which is home to a wide variety of songbirds and shorebirds as well as beavers, river otters, muskrats, and salmon. Moose Dall sheep, and mountain goats may be spotted in the surrounding mountains.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Stretch your legs and take in the view from Turnagain Pass. The surrounding meadows host a variety of gorgeous wildflowers, including tall fireweed, chocolate lily, northern geranium, Nootka lupine, and Sitka valerian. Note: this stop includes access to restrooms maintained by the US Forest Service.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    All tours include a stop in the historic townsite of Hope, Alaska, where guests will enjoy a deli lunch from the locally owned and operated Creekbend Cafe.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Take a guided tour of the Hope and Sunrise Historical and Mining Museum and the historic Hope townsite, which boomed with activity in the late 1800s thanks to the Klondike Gold Rush.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Turnagain Arm Drive

    After leaving Hope, you'll drive north along the Turnagain Arm, with opportunities to stop along the way to view a variety of wildlife and experience the natural beauty of the upper Cook Inlet, before arriving in Anchorage for drop off at either the airport or the downtown hotel of your choosing.

    3 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for travelers departing on flights scheduled before 7:30 p.m. on the day of the tour
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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