Where are the pick-up locations?

Pick-ups are at Hotel Captain Cook (939 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501) and Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airporttttt in the Arrivals area; follow operator instructions for exact meeting points.

How long is the transfer?

The scenic drive takes about 1.5 Hours and is timed to connect with cruise embarkation schedules at the Whittier Glacier Creek Cruise Terminal.

Is narration provided?

Yes—knowledgeable driver-guides provide light narration about local geology, wildlife, and landmarks along the Seward Highway.

Can I store luggage on the coach?

Coaches typically have undercarriage luggage storage; keep important documents and valuables in a daypack with you.

What about cellular service and Wi‑Fi?

Cellular service can be spotty through parts of the Chugach; confirm Wi‑Fi availability with the operator and download essential documents in advance.

Is the Anton Anderson Tunnel part of the route?

Yes—the transfer passes through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel, the combined rail-and-road tunnel that provides direct access to Whittier.

Anchorage to Whittier Scenic Cruise Transfer: 1.5-Hour Seward Highway Shuttle

Adventure Brief

Trade parking and logistics for a rolling introduction to Prince William Sound on this 1.5-hour motorcoach transfer. Relax in a climate-controlled coach with light narration, dramatic Turnagain Arm views, and timed arrivals at the Whittier Glacier Creek Cruise Terminal.

1.5 Hours

easy

From $86.75

On the road from Anchorage to Whittier, the landscape does the work of a great introduction. The Anchorage to Whittier Direct Cruise Ship Transfer is a 1.5-hour, climate-controlled motorcoach that follows the Seward Highway — a National Scenic Byway — out along Turnagain Arm toward Prince William Sound. Pick-ups are at Hotel Captain Cook (939 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501) and Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airporttttt, and the schedule is designed to connect with cruise embarkations at the Whittier Glacier Creek Cruise Terminal.

This isn’t just a shuttle; it is a rolling primer on Alaskan geology and coastal ecology. From your coach windows you’ll watch the Chugach Mountains rise out of glacial valleys, see the mudflats and tidal rips of Turnagain Arm, and pass slopes where Dall sheep and mountain goats range. Driver-guides keep the narration light but informative—pointing out likely eagle perches, potential views of beluga concentrations in Cook Inlet, and the sluiced patterns left by ancient ice. Along the route you’ll cross the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel, the single-lane rail-and-road passage that is the region’s engineered curiosity and the literal gateway to Whittier.

Arriving at the Whittier Glacier Creek Cruise Terminal, the town’s wartime origins and compact layout are immediately obvious: Whittier grew as a strategic port and retains a close relationship to the sea and ships. The transfer is timed to take the stress out of that final leg, letting you trade navigation and parking hassles for a short stretch of quiet, famously scenic road.

For photographers, the low light on the fjord and the peaks that rise directly from the sound offer dramatic compositions; wildlife lovers get a comfortable vantage from which to scan for seals or foraging seabirds. Practical comforts—restroom-equipped coaches, climate control, luggage stowage—mean you arrive at embarkation ready to board.

Expect roughly 1.5 hours on the road; timing is precise so arrive at your pick-up early. Coaches provide undercarriage luggage storage—keep passports and small items in a daypack. Cellular service is spotty through parts of the Chugach, so download boarding documents in advance. For photos, sit on the right for southbound Turnagain Arm views; the left can glow in late-afternoon sun when westbound. Drivers will note the Anton Anderson Tunnel schedule and local conditions, allowing you to relax and use the ride as a calm, scenic prelude to your cruise and pack layers.

About Pacific Alaska Tours

Pacific Alaska Tours is an Anchorage, Alaska–based tour operator offering a range of scenic transfers and cultural and wildlife experiences for visitors to Southcentral Alaska.

The company provides direct cruise transfers between Anchorage, Whittier, and Seward timed for cruise schedules, comfortable motorcoach travel, and narrated drives along the scenic Seward Highway and Portage Pass. Tours include wildlife stops at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, visits to the Alaska Native Heritage Center with demonstrations by Native artisans, and guided city experiences that highlight Anchorage’s indigenous heritage.

Services span short direct transfers, longer wildlife transfer days, cultural heritage excursions, and active adventure combos such as trail rides and ziplines paired with a scenic lunch. Many itineraries combine storytelling, light narration, and scheduled stops for wildlife viewing and cultural interpretation, designed for families and cruise passengers seeking convenient, informative transport and local context.

Pacific Alaska Tours emphasizes reliability and convenience: motorcoach transfers are scheduled to connect with cruise departures and arrivals, and drivers provide narration and local information during travel. Guides accompany active adventures and cultural visits to help guests engage with exhibits, stories, and outdoor activities. The company partners with recognized Alaska attractions like the Alaska Native Heritage Center and the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to deliver authentic experiences.

For travelers seeking scenic drives, wildlife viewing, cultural context, and cruise-timed transfers in and around Anchorage, Pacific Alaska Tours offers focused, third-party services that bring Alaska’s landscapes and stories into easy reach. Booking information and availability are provided through third-party reservation partners online securely.