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Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Cruise

Plot a course through Blackstone Bay, Esther Passage, and College Fjord to see 26 of Prince William Sound’s spectacular glaciers.

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Klondike Express and Bravest, the two modern catamarans that host this popular tour, were built with the enjoyment of day cruise passengers in mind. Spacious and clean, the boats boast large picture windows and ample outdoor deck space to ensure every guest gets the opportunity to enjoy Alaska's iconic coastal landscapes.

Glaciers are the true stars of the sound.

The five-hour cruise departs from the Cliffside Marina in Whittier . The tiny harbor town is located 60 miles southeast of Anchorage and accessible by road through a single-lane tunnel. Prince William Sound's protected waters ensure the trip is a smooth one. The 140-mile voyage passes sea lion haul outs, rafts of clustered otters, kittiwake colonies, and icebergs inhabited by shy spotted seals.

Of all the fun of spotting wildlife, glaciers are the true stars of the day. Harvard, Blackstone, Bryn Mawr, and Marquette are but a handful of the 26 named glaciers seen along the way. The tour boat pauses closest to Harvard Glacier so that passengers can hopefully glimpse huge chunks of ancient ice plunging into the water with thunderous claps. In this extraordinary setting time goes by fast, and soon the catamaran cruises back through College Fjord for a 6:15 PM return into Whittier.

An added bus transfer from Anchorage or Girdwood makes this popular day cruise out of Whittier a perfect fit for independent travelers who'd rather not rent a car. After pickups in Anchorage, the scenic drive takes guests down the Turnagain Arm with a stop in Girdwood, then into a valley overlooked by hanging glaciers and through a 2.5-mile tunnel to Prince William Sound. Guests are dropped at the Cliffside Marina to catch the 26 Glacier Cruise.

Guests cruise aboard either the M/V Klondike Express or M/V Bravest. Both are modern, high-speed catamarans with two indoor cabin decks, large picture windows, and outdoor viewing areas. All passengers are assigned indoor cabin seats around tables with USB ports. The boat is ADA accessible. No smoking is allowed onboard.

The onboard lunch includes wild Alaska smoked salmon chowder, fresh salad, a roll, and a sweet treat. Vegetarian/gluten free and child lunch options available when requested in advance. The cruise offers complimentary hot tea, coffee, and water. Additional snacks, hot and cold drinks, and adult beverages are available for purchase.

What to Bring

To make the most of views on the exterior decks, bring a rain jacket, hat, and gloves. Wear warm base layers and rubber-soled shoes. Even on a sunny day, the breeze coming off tidewater glaciers can be quite chilly. Be sure to bring a camera and binoculars.

Special Instructions

Passengers driving by car should plan to take the 11:30 AM tunnel entrance into Whittier. Cost per regular vehicle is $13. Click here for more information about the Whittier Tunnel.

Transfers & Meeting Points

Passengers arriving by train can walk from the Whittier Depot to the Phillips Cruises & Tours kiosk at the Cliffside Marina. Passengers arriving by car can park for a fee in pay lots across the Whittier Creek bridge toward the marina.

Guests who opt for the added bus transfer will be picked up at the Hotel Captain Cook in Anchorage and the Alyeska Resort in Girdwood. Return service is available to the Anchorage airport upon request.

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Child rates apply to children under the age of 12. Infants under the age of 2 may travel for free but must sit on an adult's lap.

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• Price From $189 + Tax
• Duration From 5.5 Hours
• Options Cruise Only , Cruise with Transfer
• Operating Dates Daily from 5/4/2024 to 9/30/2024
• Activity Level Less Active

What's Included

• Smooth 140-mile cruise in Prince William Sound.
• Onboard narration by captain and crew.
• Freshly made hot lunch served onboard.
• Reserved seating in a spacious cabin.
• Option to add roundtrip transportation from Anchorage and Girdwood to Whittier.

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26 Glaciers Cruise & Anchorage Transfer

Whittier, Alaska, US

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Approximately 8¾ Hours

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Stretch your legs on a short walk from the cruise ship terminal to board a catamaran .

You'll travel 150 miles from Whittier into the pristine wilderness of Prince William Sound to view 26 massive glaciers , including Harvard Glacier in College Fjord. Narration by an expert Chugach National Forest Service ranger means your trip is both beautiful and educational.

On the catamaran, you'll come face to face with towering masses of ice in brilliant blue hues, so close that you can hear the glaciers moving. You will encounter several glacier types, including alpine (hanging), piedmont, and tidewater. The glaciers often calve -- pieces of ice break off and thunder into the water. It's an unforgettable experience.

On this cruise, the wildlife is equally astounding. Sightings of sea otters, seals, porpoises, sea lions and bald eagles are commonplace. You may also spot bears, mountain goats and humpback and orca whales. The captain will stop at a bird rookery that is home to thousands of kittiwakes.

Reserved seating, heated cabins, large panoramic windows, a hot meal, tea, coffee and ice water are all included. The boat also features a snack bar, gift shop and restrooms. The tour operator offers a 'no seasickness guarantee.'

This tour is available only to guests whose cruise ends in Whittier with an overnight stay in Anchorage or to guests transferring to the airport with flights departing after 11pm. Cruisetour guests who will spend the first night of their land package in Anchorage can participate in this tour. It is not available to guests staying on the ship for the cruise back to Vancouver. The tour ends at select Anchorage hotels. Guests who booked their Anchorage hotel through Holland America Line will be dropped at their hotel and collect their luggage by 8:30pm. The tour then drops at the Anchorage airport by 9pm for guests with late departing flights. Guests who made their own Anchorage hotel arrangements will transfer to the airport, collect their luggage, and make their own way to their hotel via taxi, Uber or hotel shuttle (if provided). If you have already purchased an airport transfer with your cruise booking, a refund for the transfer will be processed on board the ship, as this excursion automatically includes a transfer. The tour operator offers a 'no seasickness guarantee.' Dress warmly in layers with a wind- and waterproof outer layer; bring gloves, a scarf and a warm hat. Tour operates rain or shine. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed. Northbound cruise ship routes include College Fjord, but this tour allows a closer view of the glaciers and wildlife. The boat may not be exclusive to Holland America Line guests.

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26 glacier cruise in Whittier before/after your Princess cruise ship and/or Anchorage train 🏔 Alaska cruise travel blog

The Phillips 26 glacier day cruise tour completely exceeded my expectations!

The 26 glacier tour makes Whittier one of the best cruise ports for glacier tours in Alaska!

Now, I must say, this is easier to do when you pretty much have no expectations. 🤣

And actually, I was originally booked on the shorter Glacier Quest cruise tour but that got canceled, they said because of maintenance on the boat, and offered me a free upgrade to the 26 glacier cruise tour . I am soooooooo glad that the Glacier Quest tour got canceled!!! Because of that, I did the longer route, and I saw a bunch more exciting things!

I was doing the 26 glacier tour after arriving in Whittier from Vancouver to Anchorage on a Princess cruise ship.

A cruise ship that goes to “Anchorage” actually goes to Whittier.

In May, I got off a Princess cruise ship in Whittier after a cruise from Vancouver to Whittier , waited in the Whittier cruise terminal, checked in for the 26 glacier tour and did luggage storage with them, did the 26 glacier tour, took a train from Whittier to Anchorage , stayed overnight in Anchorage, and then flew out of Anchorage airport the next day.

In September, I took a train from Anchorage to Whittier , did the 26 glacier boat tour, and then got on a Princess cruise from Whittier to Vancouver.

Cruise ships doing this route between Vancouver and Whittier sail through College Fjord before arriving in Whittier, and much of the 26 glacier cruise is also in College Fjord.

So I didn’t think it would be much different.

While College Fjord from the cruise ship was nice, sailing on a smaller boat through College Fjord was so great!!

I also didn’t realize that the 26 glacier cruise would also basically be a wildlife cruise!

But you should keep in mind, wildlife is wild so sightings are never guaranteed!

But on the day I did the cruise, I was quite excited about what we saw in terms of wildlife.

And of course as a “glacier” cruise, we saw glaciers.

And it was on this small boat tour that I had the most memorable glacier calving experience!

If you are going to Glacier Bay National Park on a cruise ship , you will become familiar with the term “calving.” This is when huge chunks of ice fall off the glacier and into the water.

And once again you should keep in mind that glaciers also do their own thing and there’s also no guarantee that chunks of ice will fall off when you are there.

It was said that the rainy weather that we had increased the potential for calving.

There was one glacier that we went to (and got up closer to the glacier than a cruise ship does) in which the glacier calved so many times!

All the other glacier days I had on a cruise ship, I kind of a saw glacier calving just once, if I saw it at all.

And I also heard the sound of the calving much better from the Phillips boat, probably because it was much closer to the glacier!

If you attend the naturalist glacier talk that is part of the Princess Alaska cruise activities, you will learn that calving produces a thunderous sound because of the massive chunks of ice dropping into the water.

Can you really see 26 glaciers?

I don’t know. 😆

When you get on the boat, you will be given a map with the route of the 26 glacier cruise. (The same map you can find on the Phillips website .)

There are more than 26 glaciers mapped out, and I am not sure which of the glaciers you can actually see from the water, and which glaciers we actually did see.

But really, you don’t need to see 26 glaciers in order for the tour to be worth it.

What makes the glacier part of the tour worth it is 2 of the glaciers that we did see up close.

Actually, I thought it was worth it after we saw the first glacier up close, because that was the glacier that we saw it calving several times.

After that, I was literally thinking I would be fine if the tour ended there and we just headed back to the boat harbor!

But the tour continued on, and there was more to be seen!

What wildlife can you see on the 26 glacier tour?

When you arrive for check-in, there is a board that lists day-by-day the wildlife that have been spotted during their tours in the past week.

When I arrived, the wildlife that was seen in the past week included breaching whales, dall’s porpoises, sea otters, sea lions, mountain goats, bears, and bald eagles.

What did I see?!

Our first major wildlife watching was of porpoises. They were specifically dall’s porpoises, and they were swimming soooo close to the boat!

It was so exciting.

We also got in some good whale watching , as we kept seeing one whale over and over again showing its fin!

We also saw a bunch of sea otters at a bunch of different times.

And we even saw a harbor seal that was on a piece of floating ice as we approached a glacier!

It was announced that the harbor seal jumped into the water with her pup. I didn’t see the pup, but I did see the seal making a splash.

There was other wildlife spotted, but those were the most exciting for me to see without binoculars.

You can also rent basic binoculars on the boat for $5, which I did mainly so I could get a better view of the cute sea otters. 😄

How to do the 26 glacier tour

The 26 glacier day cruise tour operated by the tour company Phillips cruises does the cruise so you can make cruise ship timings and train timings.

So you can do it before getting on your southbound cruise ship that goes from Anchorage to Vancouver.

You can do it after you arrive in Whittier and get off your northbound cruise ship that goes from Vancouver to Anchorage.

The check-in for a Phillips boat tour is literally right next to the Whittier cruise terminal. It is an easy walk.

A cruise ship that goes to or from Anchorage is actually going to or from Whittier.

If you want to take the train from Anchorage to Whittier, the 26 glacier cruise will work out.

If you want to take the train from Whittier to Anchorage , it will work.

There are people who make a day of it with a round trip train from Anchorage to Whittier and back to do the 26 glacier boat tour.

The spot to get on and off the train in Whittier is literally right across the street from where the Phillips boat tour starts and ends.

Luggage storage in Whittier during your 26 glacier cruise

Here is what Phillips Cruises says about luggage storage in Whittier if you do a boat tour (cruise) with them:

While you will be responsible for transferring your luggage between the transportation provider and the cruise ship terminal, we can provide assistance with storing your luggage during the cruise. Your luggage may be stored in a secure location next to our office and reclaimed after the day cruise. The Cruise Ship Terminal is adjacent to our pier and the ground surface is paved for an easy transition between the day cruise and the cruise ship.

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See below for pictures of the Phillips 26 glacier cruise out of Whittier!

What can you see in prince william sound during a 26 glacier boat tour.

The tour started just after 12:30pm.

At around 1pm, they started serving the food.

The Alaskan food to eat during the cruise is the wild Alaskan smoked salmon chowder.

It was nice, but it’s not really a big meal, so you should be sure to eat breakfast.

But if you don’t like seafood, you do have a vegetarian option too, which you will make note of when you book the cruise. ( 26 glacier cruise food menu 2023 pdf )

Our first “stop” was around 1:30pm to watch porpoises swimming around the boat!

Our first glacier stop came at around 2:30pm.

This was for the College Fjord glacier of Harvard Glacier.

This is the glacier that we saw huge chunks of ice falls off of several times.

Just after 3:30pm, we began sailing through the narrow Esther Passage.

At the end of Esther Passage is where we had some great whale watching!

Just after 5pm was the other major glacier stop for a Blackstone Bay glacier called the Beloit Glacier.

After 6pm, just before our return back to the Whittier cruise port and small boat harbor where we started from, we also make a short stop to see waterfalls.

Because of the delayed train from Anchorage to Whittier, we got a late start on the boat tour by a few minutes, and we also got a late return by 10-15 minutes.

The first people started walking off the boat at 6:33pm.

I walked off the boat at 6:39pm.

My luggage that I stored during the boat tour was waiting for me, and I walked across the street to catch the train to Anchorage .

The train was scheduled to depart at 6:45pm, and crew on the Phillips boat also told me that the train was waiting for us.

I got on the train no problem.

And that’s a bit about what you might see on a 26 glacier cruise!

My 26 glacier cruise was on May 20, 2023. Your experience may vary!

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Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Cruise from Anchorage

Travel by bus or train from anchorage to whittier to embark on a cruise providing up-close glacier viewing..

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What's included:.

• Roundtrip transportation from Anchorage to Whittier
• Prince William Sound glacier cruise with lunch
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Dates & Rates

Prince William Sound / 26 Glacier Cruise with roundtrip Motorcoach Depart Anchorage via Motorcoach: approx. 9:30H / Arrive Whittier: 11:30H Depart Whittier via Motorcoach: 18:45H / Arrive Anchorage: 20:30H Overall tour duration: 11 hours (cruise itself is 5.5 hours long)

Prince William Sound / 26 Glacier Cruise with roundtrip Alaska Railroad Depart Anchorage via Alaska Railroad: 9:45H / Arrive Whittier: 12:05H Depart Whittier via Alaska Railroad: 18:45H / Arrive Anchorage: 21:00H Overall tour duration : 11.5 hours (cruise itself is 5.5 hours long)

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Excursions 26 Glacier Cruise from Anchorage

26 glacier cruise from anchorage.

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The 26 Glacier Cruise departs from Whittier and travels through the pristine passageways and fjords found in Alaska’s Prince William Sound. Upon leaving Whittier, the vessel heads east out Passage Canal towards Egg Rocks or Perry Island in search of migratory Steller sea lions. From there it proceeds to the very scenic area called Esther Passage, where only small ships can navigate the waterway. High mountains protect this narrow channel from rough seas and winds. Many different animals call this area home: bald eagles are commonly seen fishing in the area along with occasional black bear sightings. It is not uncommon to see orca whales, humpback whales, sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters, and a variety of birds in this narrow passage.

Esther Passage opens into College Fjord, where the vessel turns north for a panoramic view of all the glaciers named after the Eastern Colleges during the Harriman Expedition. Next, cruise to Surprise Glacier and Barry Arm located in Harriman Fjord. The Captiain plots a path through the ice-filled waters up to the front of the glacier so passengers can watch for massive chunks of ice calving into the sea.

On the return trip to Whittier, the vessel will stop one more time at a kittiwake bird rookery that is located just across the bay from Whittier. Over 10,000 birds inhabit these rocky cliffs each summer, laying eggs. They fish constantly in front of the rookery and then train the young hatchlings all the survival tips they will need before returning to fly south for the winter. The rookery is our last stop before returning to Whittier.

Round trip bus transportation from Anchorage to Whittier is included.

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Phillips Cruises from Whittier

3.75 or 5.75 hour cruises from/to whittier.

The cruises starts in Whittier and takes you deep into Prince William Sound. Custom narration by a Chugach National Forest Service Ranger makes sure you learn everything about this spectacular region.

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See Bald Eagles, Sea Otters and Even Humpback Whales

26 Glacier Cruise

6 hour cruise from/to whittier.

Your cruise starts in Whittier and takes you deep into Prince William Sound. You will get face to face with 26 “named” glaciers and many more unnamed. Keep your eyes open for bald eagles, sea otters and even humpback whales on this cruise. Custom narration by a Chugach National Forest Service Ranger makes sure you learn everything about this spectacular region.

The 26 Glacier Cruise travels 140 miles into Prince William Sound where you will see 26 “named” glaciers and many more unnamed. You get face to face with these towering masses of ice, so close you can “hear” the glaciers move and gaze at their brilliant blue hues.

On the 26 Glacier Cruise, you will see several types of glaciers, including Alpine (hanging), Piedmont and Tidewater. Glacier calvings (when broken pieces of ice fall into the water and become icebergs) are normally seen on each cruise. Many different animals call this area home; bald eagles are commonly seen fishing in the area, it is not uncommon to see humpback whales plus sea otters are almost always present.

The m/v Klondike Express** is the largest, fastest and most luxurious catamaran in all of Alaska. This 137-foot, high-speed catamaran holds 332 passengers on three decks, two of which are enclosed and heated and there is an inside seat and table for every passenger on board. A saloon, snack bar, gift shop and seven restrooms are a few of the other amenities available. A complimentary lunch is included. You can select from 2 different meal options. It is served about one hour after the boat leaves the harbor.

**Alternate boat is the m/v Bravest

MEAL OPTIONS

Every guest has a choice from one of the following options: • Chowder: Wild Alaska smoked salmon chowder • Chili: Hearty vegetarian chili (gluten free) The entree selected is served with a fresh Julienne vegetable salad, a multi-grain roll and butter pat, a fruit cup, oyster crackers, and a polar smooch candy. • Kids Meal (age 2-11): Features an all beef hotdog, fruit cup and a bag of chips

Tour departs Whittier at 12:30PM and returns at 6:20PM

Glacier Quest Cruise

4 hour cruise from/to whittier.

Your cruise starts in Whittier and takes you to Blackstone Bay, a dramatic deep water fjord where two tidewater glaciers and several alpine glaciers await. Besides that, keep your eyes open for wildlife roaming the shores. Custom narration by a Chugach National Forest Service Ranger makes sure you learn everything about this spectacular region.

Tour Summary

The Glacier Quest Cruise takes you from Whittier to a neighboring Fjord where two tidewater glaciers await you. Blackstone Bay is a dramatic deep water fjord, and as you cruise towards the head of the bay, you will notice Tebenkof Glacier towering on the left. As you pass this valley glacier, you will see the destination ahead of you as the valley becomes deeper and closes off more. Blackstone and Beloit Glaciers rise in front of you, and the boat will get you close to both! While you watch, listen to the sounds and sights that these massive glaciers provide. On the way the boat will make a stop at an old shipwreck in Shotgun Cove to look for wildlife roaming the shores.

The M/V Glacier Quest is an 80-foot catamaran which holds 149 passengers on 3 decks, two of which are enclosed and heated with an inside seat and table for every passenger on board. Comfortable upholstered booths with tables are available for all passengers and the large picture windows provide a view from every seat. A saloon, snack bar and gift shop are a few of the other amenities available. A complimentary lunch is included and you can select from 2 different meal options.

Tour departs Whittier at 1PM and returns at 4:45PM

26 Glacier Cruise: available from May 4 to October 6, 2024 Glacier Quest Cruise: available from May 17 to September 15, 2024

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Prince William Sound Glacier Tour - Whittier

• 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.
• Coffee, hot tea, and ice water are available at self-serve stations.
• Captain provides professional narration during the cruise.
• USB Charging Stations are available at every table. Wifi is NOT available.
• No Seasickness Guarantee - Our smooth cruising catamarans & the calm waters of Prince William Sound.
• Restroom on board
• Smoke-free vessels
• ADA Accessible providing a safe and comfortable way for everyone to see the glaciers.
• Entry/Admission - Prince William Sound
• 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.
• Gift Shop items are available for purchase on board to share with family back home.
• Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel - Toll Fee collected to access Whittier.
• Parking Fees
• Transportation, tunnel fare, and parking are not included.
• Entry/Admission - Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
• 100 W Camp Rd, Whittier, AK 99693, USA The 26 Glacier Cruise departs from the Cliffside Marina, 100 West Camp Road, Whittier, AK. We suggest leaving Anchorage at 9:00 AM, allowing 1.5 hours to drive from Anchorage to Whittier, and arriving at the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel by 10:30 AM. Transportation to Whittier is not included.
• Wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Infants must sit on laps
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travelers can participate
• Be mindful of the space around you for social distancing
• All crew and guests must wear a mask or face covering per current COVID-19 procedures.
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 250 travelers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
• Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel

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• You'll start at 100 W Camp Rd 100 W Camp Rd, Whittier, AK 99693, USA The 26 Glacier Cruise departs from the Cliffside Marina, 100 West Camp Road, Whittier, AK. We suggest leaving Anchorage at 9:00 AM, allowing 1.5 hours to drive from Anchorage to Whittier, and arriving at the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel by 10:30 AM. Transportation to Whittier is not included. See address & details
• 1 Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel Stop: 90 minutes - Admission excluded See details
• 2 Prince William Sound Stop: 6 hours - Admission included See details
• 3 Whittier Stop: 60 minutes See details
• You'll return to the starting point

• portabledeb 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles Over-promised and Under-delivered. We took the 26 glacier tour and saw only 5--one of them from six miles away due to ice. When asked, we were told that many of the glaciers are up high (don't come down to the water) and it was too foggy to see. They also said that our weather was typical and it rains 28 out of 30 days a month. That is 93% of the time. So 93% of the time you spend 6 hours, $800 (for four) to see 5 glaciers? Upon arrival, we were ASSIGNED a table inside the boat. (Many were not happy with their assigned table.) Each table had a squeegee because the windows were fogged up constantly to near opaqueness. The viewing area was so small, it appeared only 40% of the boat could stand there at one time. But if you weren't next to the rail, you couldn't see anything. I heard many passengers inside saying, "It's not even worth TRYING to go outside as the crowd was too thick to see anything. If you were assigned a seat on the upper level, passengers 2-deep along the rails completely blocked any view from the windows. Island Adventures in Anacortes, WA knows how to create a boat designed for sight-seeing. Most of my photos are of crowded platforms, sleeping passengers, or other people's backs. The salmon chowder and vegetarian chili, however, were much better than expected. But I wouldn't pay $800 Read more Written May 6, 2024
• Martine T 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Glaciers galore After a scenic rail trip booked in conjunction with Phillips Cruises, we arrived in Whittier and immediately boarded our cruise vessel. The 26 Glacier Cruise lived up to all my expectations with lots of glaciers including a spectacular calving. We saw plenty of wildlife including Otters and Seals. The Salmon Chowder was delicious and we couldn’t resist the Margaritas. Thanks Phillips Cruises 😊 Read more Written September 29, 2023
• 200vimalg 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing One of the finest Cruise tours we have done. The crew was very polite, the captain was amazing and showed us the glaciers and animals up close. He even gave us enough time to spend and take pictures and enjoy the view. Highly recommend. Read more Written September 26, 2023
• Q8509SUjohns 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Can we go again? This tour was fantastic. The Phillips crew was absolutely first rate!!!! I would do this again in a heartbeat. Fabulous experience!!!! Read more Written September 22, 2023
• natcoelho28 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Very nice! What a nice little tour. 3.75hrs was plenty of time to see the glacier, animals and enjoy a pretty good lunch! I’ll definitely go back. Read more Written September 12, 2023
• D7349BJdebc 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Awesome The glaciers were amazing..so worth the money..the clam chowder served for lunch was delicous..would highly recommend Read more Written August 31, 2023
• Cosmopolitan765341 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Highlight of our triple Highlight of our trip! The scenery was spectacular! The crew was very accommodating and courteous. The guide was very informative. We were up close to all of the glaciers! Very highly recommend this tour!! Read more Written August 28, 2023
• K L 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Glacier Quest Cruise with Coach Tour was Amazing The tour picked us up downtown Anchorage and transported us to the pier in Whittier. The shuttle driver provided local insight and pointed out sights like the Wildlife Conservation center in Girdwood. The cruise was fantastic and provided us with upclose views of numerous glaciers along with a knowlegable tour guide. The seafood chowder was tasty. Staff was friendly and helpful. Seating was comfortable with great views from inside or outside. This is a most do tour and we highly recommend it! Read more Written August 20, 2023
• kathleencH2135FG 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Great views Beautiful scenery! Enjoyed the rangers narration. Didn't get to see much wildlife, but we did experience a glacier calving! Read more Written August 16, 2023
• K4994LGdesireeb 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Sick family / not refunded My great aunt started having stroke symptoms while boarding. We had to take her to the ER. We only were partially refunded and not offered vouchers for a return visit or anything. We had booked less than 24 hours before the cruise. You’re welcome for not bringing someone that would need a medevac onto your cruise. Ridiculous. Not family friendly, greedy company. Obviously not recommended. Go to Seward. Read more Written August 10, 2023
• traveltime99999 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles 26 GLACIER TOUR - THIS IS YOUR TOUR!!!! If you want a great glacier tour and get the best of many glacier experiences, then THIS IS YOUR TOUR! We saw so many glaciers. Our favorite was the Blackstone Glacier with waterfalls. We'd never seen anything like that on another glacier tour. It was magically with the waterfalls, birds and glacier all in one spot. Many of the glaciers on this tour were fantastic. The seafood chowder was fantastic and even the cookies. Oh gosh, even the bun and broccoli (I believe) salad. It was all good. The seats were so comfortable and loved having a table to sit at. We even had charging station at our table. Food and drinks were available to purchase too. Overall fantastic experience and would definitely do again. At the end they even had signs for you to use in photos. Such a cool idea. If you have to pick ONE glacier tour to do, this would be the one to do. Read more Written August 5, 2023
• brucewU7411UB 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Cancelled Last Minute Reserved our Glacier Quest cruise months in advance. Received an email the night before our cruise that it had been cancelled, with no reason why. There is very little else you can do in Whittier when put in this situation at the last minute. More advance notice would have enabled us to plan something different. Just plain poor customer service to cancel last minute. Read more Written August 4, 2023
• SteveM41177 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Experience of a Lifetime This cruise was absolutely amazing experience. The scenery was spectacular. The crew were all friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The captain had amazing ship handling capabilities that allowed everyone on the ship to be able to see the glaciers up close without even leaving their seats if they chose to stay seated. Read more Written August 4, 2023
• nicolekX5983DC 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful Cruise! This was a wonderful cruise. Very memorable. The staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. The boat was comfortable, and clean. We were lucky as we had beautiful weather, sunny skies and pleasant temperatures. The water was calm so this is an excellent cruise if you tend to experience motion sickness. The food was great was well. I highly recommend! Read more Written August 2, 2023
• Melkadventures 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Beautiful glacier cruise We had a beautiful day for our glacier quest cruise! I had settled on this specific cruise because we were traveling with our 5 and 7 year old and I have horrible motion sickness that I was worried about. My kids LOVED it and could have spend the entire day on the water looking for wildlife. I never took any medication and I never got sick. The water was so calm and we saw so many animals: sea otters, harbour seals, sea lions, bald eagles, and other birds. Make sure you come prepared, even in summer because it does get cold. We had our winter water proof coats, waterproof boots, hats and gloves. We were able to spend most of the time outside on the decks while other people were sitting inside in shorts and sandals. My husband was convinced we were overpacked, but was so glad we had everything once we started to go. We had such a great time! I definitely recommend! Read more Written July 29, 2023

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Cordova AK (Alaska)

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Port Cordova AK cruise ship schedule shows timetable calendars of all arrival and departure dates by month. The port's schedule lists all ships (in links) with cruises going to or leaving from Cordova AK, Alaska. To see the full itineraries (ports of call dates and arrival / departure times) and their lowest rates – just follow the corresponding ship-link.

Cordova AK is a port town in the Chugach Census Area (Alaska USA) with population around 2,500. The port is located near Copper River's mouth, at the head of Orca Inlet (Prince William Sound's east side). Cordova has no railway and road connections, so the only modes of transport are air (two airports) and water ( ferries , cruise ships, charter boats).

Passengers and wheeled cargo (cars and trucks) are ferried to and from Cordova, with regularly scheduled service provided by Alaska Marine Highway ( Ketchikan -based, state-owned company). Ferries link Cordova with Valdez and Whittier , with optional stops (prior reservations are required) in Tatitlek and Chenega Bay. The Prince William Sound service is year-round, the high-speed ferry service is summer-only.

The town is served by two state-owned airports - Mudhole Smith (approx 11 mi / 18 km east of downtown) and Cordova Municipal Airport (1 mi / 2 km from downtown). Both facilities have floatplane landings. Mudhole Smith is the larger and with regularly scheduled jet service by Alaska Airlines. Municipal Airport is used largely by air taxis and private aircraft.

As cruise port, Cordova AK is included in the schedule of the Alaska-based small-ship cruising company UnCruise Adventures . The summer program of the Safari Quest boat includes the 7-night "Prince William Sound Wild Glacier Adventure Cruise". The itinerary (roundtrip from Whittier) is priced from ~USD 8000 per person (double-occupancy cabin rates, inclusive of bus travel from/to  Anchorage AK ).

The cruise tour features visiting dozens of glaciers (including Chenega, Columbia, Meares, Sheridan), two fjords (College and Harriman), two islands (Knight, Montague), coastal cruising, unique activities like glacier hiking, kayaking, paddleboarding, skiff boating (in coves and narrow fjords), wildlife viewing (humpback and orca whales, puffins, sea otters, sea lions, seals), 

The settlement was established by the Spaniards in 1790 under the name Puerto Cordova. The town's current-day economy is based on commercial fishing (mainly Pacific salmon) and fish processing (fisheries, canning). Tourism is largely based on charter-boat fishing and touring and popular annual events, the largest of which are Cordova Iceworm Festival (February), Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival (May) and Copper River Wild Salmon Festival (July). Cordova Historical Museum is themed on Copper River and Northwestern Railway (CR&NW), Alaska Natives (history and contemporary life), Copper River and Prince William Sound's commercial fishing industry.

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