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Alaska's Finest Tours & Cruises

423 E. 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501
907-764-2067
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Glacier Tour
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Ranked #4 of 35 tours in Anchorage
5.0 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: Tours
Owner description: Alaska Wildlife and Turnagain Arm TourTurnagain Arm TourBoard your shuttle for the guided drive along alond spectacular Turnagain Arm. From...... more » Owner description: Alaska Wildlife and Turnagain Arm TourTurnagain Arm TourBoard your shuttle for the guided drive along alond spectacular Turnagain Arm. From beginning to end there are dramatic views of mountain scenery and the inlet. There's a good chance of viewing Dahl sheep, as well as some chance of seeing some of Cook Inlet's 350 beluga whales and an eagle or two.Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center View Alaskan wildlife up close at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center! Watch the Bears frolic and play and Coyotes peer out from behind the brush while a bald eagle swoops in on the salmon remains left by a grizzly bear. Wood Bison plod through 65 acres of tidal flat terrain and deer, elk and caribou roam the natural terrain.Animals you will see at the Wildlife Center: Bear, Elk, Bison, Moose, Coyote, Musk Ox, Caribou, Sitka Black-tailed Deer, Lynx and Eagles. Amateur photographers have the opportunity to take award winning photographs of animals displayed in their natural, "wild", behavior. Come be a part of these exciting programs! The Wildlife Express Departs Anchorage Daily:Depart: Return: 8:30 a.m. 11:45 a.m.12 Noon 3:00 p.m.2:30 p.m. 5:45 p.m.6:00 p.m. 9:15 p.m. Ground Transfers Cost $99.00 roundtrip and does not include Park Entrance.(The vehicle Stops at convenient locations for snacks and beverages)Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Alaska's wildlife through public education. AWCC takes in injured and orphaned animals year-round and provides spacious enclosures and quality animal care. Animals that cannot be released into the wild are given a permanent home at the center. « less
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“Great flexibility and personability”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012
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This is a great tour which lasts as long as you like. Ben is a great guide who goes out of his way to ensure you get an experience that makes you feel as tourist as you are a local. For instance, he brought my girlfirend, Rachel, and I to taste mountain water, which was most unique. He was also... More

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“The most amazing experience!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2012
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Ben is thee best tour guide ever. He made our visit to Alaska the most memorable ever. The stops and views were amazing! The ride to whittier and prince William sound is a must. Thanks Ben for all the memories. More

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Humble, Texas, United States
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Best of all the tours I've been on around the world as a flight attendant!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2012
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Today I just finished a tour with Ben on Alaska's Finest. I must say I saw the website and I was a little skeptical but compared with the other sites, this was the most affordable and best for your bargain. Ben picked me up promptly at 10 AM just as he said he would. We started our tour on the... More

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Phoenix, Arizona
2 reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Wow ~”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 28, 2011
4
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If you get to Anchorage make sure you get on this tour. I did some checking around and was almost put off by the prices of other tours that were the same but almost double. I came across a company called Alaska’s Finest Tours & Cruises who offered a Glacier & Wildlife Explorer Tour for just $129.00. The tour offered... More

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Grand Rapids, Michigan
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Spectacular!!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 4, 2011
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person found this review helpful

I took advantage of the Glacier and Wildlife tour!! I expected a boring tour bus experience and brought a book just in case! To my surprise there were only three in our party, our tour gide stopped several times to allow us to take pictures prior to the glacier tour! The Glacier tour was awesome make sure to bring your... More

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Austin, Texas
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Must See Tour of Anchorage's Surrounding Area - Intimate, Comprehensive and a Great Value!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 15, 2011
2
people found this review helpful

If you are looking to visit the sights near the city of Anchorage I STRONGLY, STRONGLY, STRONGLY recommend calling Ben at Alaska's Finest Tours and Cruises. When I arrived in Anchorage I had no plans and began researching tours of the surrounding area. I was surprised by how much it cost ($199 for most companies), but then I found a... More

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Falls Church, Virginia
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“Fabulous Cruise”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 28, 2011
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Princess Cruise was fantastic. We had a wonderful time. Our meals were excellent and great service throughout. We'll definitely go back. More

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