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A full-day small group tour connecting Whittier and Anchorage, beginning with pickup right at the port. The tour covers the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where you can see native animals across 250 acres. Admission fees are included.
Expect a brief lunch stop in Girdwood, followed by scenic vistas and a guided walk to Byron Glacier in Portage Valley. There’s also a stop at Beluga Point for photo opportunities and potential wildlife sightings. The tour concludes in Anchorage with a drop-off at your preferred location, as well as a quick city overview with dining recommendations.
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The tour stops did not match what was promised, and the tour guide's information was sometimes incorrect. However, the lunch break and the unexpected airport visit were enjoyable. Additionally, we were charged more than the advertised rate.
This tour was outstanding, featuring Brooks as our guide. His insights as a native Alaskan added immense value regarding the local culture and landscape. We enjoyed stops for hikes, the Alaskan animal sanctuary, lunch at a local eatery, and a visit to the ulu knife factory and store. Brooks ensured we had plenty of time at each location.
The trip offered a pleasant balance of brief hikes and drives to picturesque locations. Our guide provided fascinating insights about the sights we encountered.
We thoroughly enjoyed our post-cruise tour. Corey proved to be both charming and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this tour company for anyone looking to spend a day observing wildlife on the journey to Anchorage. Corey went above and beyond to show us additional sights and ensured that everyone was satisfied with the experience.
Corey, our tour guide, collected us in Whittier and provided an engaging tour to Anchorage. He kept us hydrated with snacks and water while sharing his knowledge and stories. Corey was very informative and ensured we had ample opportunities for photos. He truly went the extra mile to ensure everyone enjoyed themselves. I highly recommend Corey and Welcome Anchorage Tours to all!
Davis, our driver and guide, did a fantastic job of detailing the attractions we passed, sharing their historical significance along the journey.
We had an amazing experience. Our guide, Stephanie, was wonderful—welcoming us warmly and clearly explaining everything. She also allowed us enough time to truly enjoy the beauty of Whittier. Excellent job.
I have experienced similar tours elsewhere, but Welcome Anchorage is truly the best. Our guide adapted the itinerary based on the weather, included extra stops for unforeseen opportunities, and was dedicated to ensuring our comfort. His knowledge was exceptional.
Brooks was exceptionally knowledgeable and engaging. He shared numerous stories from his childhood in Alaska.
Lara was our guide, and she demonstrated great knowledge of the area. The scenic stops were stunning, with the animal conservation sanctuary being my favorite part of the tour.
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