Drive the Seward Highway along the scenic Turnagain Arm to Whittier. The Glacier Quest Cruise takes you from the quaint seaside town of Whittier to glacier-filled Blackstone Bay, a dramatic deep-water fjord where two tidewater glaciers and several alpine glaciers await. Keep an eye out for sea otters, Steller sea lions, bears, mountain goats, whales, and more!
You will see several glaciers, including Tebenkof Glacier, named for Mikhail Demitrievich Tebenkof, an outstanding surveyor whose maps were the first charts of Alaska’s waters published in 1852. Northland Glacier rests majestically, clinging to the edge of the towering mountain. Blackstone and Beloit are tidewater glaciers that have ...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
No Seasickness Guarantee - Our smooth cruising catamarans & the calm waters of Prince William Sound.
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
Smoke-free vessels - We do not allow any form of tobacco, marijuana, vape or e-cigarettes.
ADA Accessibility limited - Please call regarding your specific needs so we can assist you.
Restroom on board
Coffee, hot tea, and ice water are available.
Gift Shop items are available for purchase on board to share with family back home.
Warm your spirits with our signature hot drinks or try our Glacier Ice Margarita. Our full-service bar features Alaskan ales on tap, wine, a full selection of spirits and liquors.
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
100 W Camp Rd
10:00 AM Drive Anchorage to Whittier, allowing 1.5 hours travel time.
11:30 AM Travel through North America's longest shared rail and vehicle tunnel.
12:00 PM Arrive, Whittier. Check-in and board cruise by 12:55 PM.
Return
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Service animals allowed
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Add travel time from Anchorage to Whittier at 90 minutes each way. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes.
We recommend taking the 11:30 AM tunnel entrance at the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel to access Whittier in time for the Glacier Quest Cruise. The tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. After your cruise, the tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier until 11:00 PM.
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Prince William Sound
The Glacier Quest Cruise travels 45 miles into Blackstone Bay where seven glaciers and glistening waters provide a spectacular panoramic view from the mountain peaks above to the turquoise saltwater sea below.
Please check-in one hour before cruise departure time.
Drive the Seward Highway along the scenic Turnagain Arm to Whittier. The Glacier Quest Cruise takes you from the quaint seaside town of Whittier to glacier-filled Blackstone Bay, a dramatic deep-water fjord where two tidewater glaciers and several alpine glaciers await. Keep an eye out for sea otters, Steller sea lions, bears, mountain goats, whales, and more!
You will see several glaciers, including Tebenkof Glacier, named for Mikhail Demitrievich Tebenkof, an outstanding surveyor whose maps were the first charts of Alaska’s waters published in 1852. Northland Glacier rests majestically, clinging to the edge of the towering mountain. Blackstone and Beloit are tidewater glaciers that have ...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
No Seasickness Guarantee - Our smooth cruising catamarans & the calm waters of Prince William Sound.
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
Smoke-free vessels - We do not allow any form of tobacco, marijuana, vape or e-cigarettes.
ADA Accessibility limited - Please call regarding your specific needs so we can assist you.
Restroom on board
Coffee, hot tea, and ice water are available.
Gift Shop items are available for purchase on board to share with family back home.
Warm your spirits with our signature hot drinks or try our Glacier Ice Margarita. Our full-service bar features Alaskan ales on tap, wine, a full selection of spirits and liquors.
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
100 W Camp Rd
10:00 AM Drive Anchorage to Whittier, allowing 1.5 hours travel time.
11:30 AM Travel through North America's longest shared rail and vehicle tunnel.
12:00 PM Arrive, Whittier. Check-in and board cruise by 12:55 PM.
