Top Alaska Day Trips & Excursions

Q: What are the best options for Alaska Day Trips & Excursions?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Alaska Day Trips & Excursions are: Whittier to Anchorage Cruise Transfer & Wildlife Tour 1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska Laughton Glacier Hike and White Pass Rail Adventure Fairbanks Top City Highlights Tour Summer/Fall Arctic Circle Winter Drive Adventure

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for Alaska Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Alaska Day Trips & Excursions are: Alaska Railroad Hurricane Turn RoundTrip Talkeetna - Hurricane Flagstop Same Day Historical Hatcher Pass and Palmer Ale House Fairbanks Top City Highlights Tour Summer/Fall Turnagain Arm Tour Chena Hot Springs Small Group Tour View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: I need a ride! Which Alaska Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Alaska Day Trips & Excursions include Hotel Pickup: Northern Lights Murphy Dome Viewing in Fairbanks Fairbanks Heritage, Pipeline & Santa Claus House City Tour Historical Hatcher Pass and Palmer Ale House Fairbanks City Highlight Tour Fairbanks Autumn/Winter City Tour View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more Alaska trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked Alaska Tours. Top 10 Alaska 2026 Senior-friendly tours Alaska The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Alaska Top Day Trips from Alaska Things to do in Alaska this summer View all Alaska Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Alaska?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Alaska are: Alaska Luxury & Special Occasions Alaska Luxury Tours Alaska Tours & Sightseeing Alaska Outdoor Activities Alaska City Tours View all tour styles in Alaska →

Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Seward Round Trip Same Day Return

Departing from downtown Anchorage, the Coastal Classic Train travels south along the rugged coastline of Turnagain Arm, with dramatic views of the Chugach Mountains plunging directly …More

Anchorage, USA

4.7 (393)

Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Seward Round Trip Same Day Return

Departing from downtown Anchorage, the Coastal Classic Train travels south along the rugged coastline of Turnagain Arm, with dramatic views of the Chugach Mountains plunging directly...

14 hours 30 minutes

4.7 (393)

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$226

Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier and Wildlife Tour from Seward

Hop aboard one of Alaska’s most popular wildlife and glacier cruises, and take an extraordinary six-hour journey through Kenai Fjords National Park. This must-do tour …More

Seward, USA

4.8 (1,179)

Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier and Wildlife Tour from Seward

Hop aboard one of Alaska’s most popular wildlife and glacier cruises, and take an extraordinary six-hour journey through Kenai Fjords National Park. This must-do tour...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (1,179)

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$230

Seward Shore Excursion: Pre- or Post-Cruise Kenai Fjords National Park Tour

Make the most of your time in Seward with a pre- or post-cruise shore excursion through Kenai Fjords National Park. Enjoy a six-hour voyage on …More

Seward, USA

4.9 (64)

Seward Shore Excursion: Pre- or Post-Cruise Kenai Fjords National Park Tour

Make the most of your time in Seward with a pre- or post-cruise shore excursion through Kenai Fjords National Park. Enjoy a six-hour voyage on...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (64)

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$230

Spectacular Hot Spring Experience with Northern Lights

Discover the Chena Hot Springs Resort with our expert guides who will ensure you enjoy every amazing amenity safely. If the northern lights grace the …More

Fairbanks, USA

4.9 (85)

Spectacular Hot Spring Experience with Northern Lights

Discover the Chena Hot Springs Resort with our expert guides who will ensure you enjoy every amazing amenity safely. If the northern lights grace the...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (85)

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$231

Glaciers and Wildlife: Super Scenic Day Tour from Anchorage

Small groups discover glaciers and wildlife on one one of the most intriguing road trips you will ever experience. A local expert will narrate on …More

Anchorage, USA

4.9 (341)

Glaciers and Wildlife: Super Scenic Day Tour from Anchorage

Small groups discover glaciers and wildlife on one one of the most intriguing road trips you will ever experience. A local expert will narrate on...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (341)

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$235

Seward and Kenai Fjords National Park Guided Tour with Lunch

This is a great way to see Seward and the Kenai Fjords National Park. Visit all the best attractions of the beautiful city of Seward on …More

Seward, USA

4.8 (124)

Seward and Kenai Fjords National Park Guided Tour with Lunch

This is a great way to see Seward and the Kenai Fjords National Park. Visit all the best attractions of the beautiful city of Seward on...

6 hours

4.8 (124)

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$237

Anchorage to Seward Cruise Transfer Tour with Port Drop-Off

Discover Alaska's stunning landscapes on this scenic tour from Anchorage to Seward. Stop at notable spots like Earthquake Park and Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary, and …More

Anchorage, USA

5.0 (1)

Anchorage to Seward Cruise Transfer Tour with Port Drop-Off

Discover Alaska's stunning landscapes on this scenic tour from Anchorage to Seward. Stop at notable spots like Earthquake Park and Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary, and...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$239

Northern Lights and Chena Hot Springs Night Tour from Fairbanks

The Northern Lights are one of the world’s most spectacular natural phenomena, and this evening tour gives you the opportunity to experience them for yourself. …More

Fairbanks, USA

4.6 (129)

Northern Lights and Chena Hot Springs Night Tour from Fairbanks

The Northern Lights are one of the world’s most spectacular natural phenomena, and this evening tour gives you the opportunity to experience them for yourself....

11 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.6 (129)

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$240

Castner Glacier Ice Cave Adventure from Fairbanks

Journey deep into the Alaska Range on an unforgettable Castner Glacier adventure from Fairbanks. Travel the scenic Richardson Highway with stops at the iconic Trans-Alaska …More

Fairbanks, USA

4.9 (63)

Castner Glacier Ice Cave Adventure from Fairbanks

Journey deep into the Alaska Range on an unforgettable Castner Glacier adventure from Fairbanks. Travel the scenic Richardson Highway with stops at the iconic Trans-Alaska...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered

4.9 (63)

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$248

Seward Cruise Transfer with Wildlife & Scenic Tour to Anchorage

Don't spend your final day in Alaska sitting on a shuttle or waiting at the airport. Turn your transfer from Seward to Anchorage into one …More

Seward, USA

4.9 (60)

Seward Cruise Transfer with Wildlife & Scenic Tour to Anchorage

Don't spend your final day in Alaska sitting on a shuttle or waiting at the airport. Turn your transfer from Seward to Anchorage into one...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (60)

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$249

Looking for a tasty tour that has a little of everything? Then spending time hiking, foraging and cooking with us is your go-to option. This …More

Anchorage, USA

4.9 (14)

Backcountry Eats & Foraging Treats

Looking for a tasty tour that has a little of everything? Then spending time hiking, foraging and cooking with us is your go-to option. This...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (14)

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$249

Midnight Sun Arctic Circle Drive Adventure

Experience the long day light hours of Alaska's Midnight Sun. Due to the northern location Alaska's Arctic experiences long days of daylight. Discover Alaska's Arctic …More

Fairbanks, USA

4.7 (36)

Midnight Sun Arctic Circle Drive Adventure

Experience the long day light hours of Alaska's Midnight Sun. Due to the northern location Alaska's Arctic experiences long days of daylight. Discover Alaska's Arctic...

16 hours

4.7 (36)

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$249

Fire and Ice tour hot springs northern lights

Soak. Glow. Dream. Your evening begins with a scenic drive from Fairbanks into Alaska’s wilderness to Chena Hot Springs Resort. Upon arrival, enjoy time at …More

Fairbanks, USA

4.9 (82)

Fire and Ice tour hot springs northern lights

Soak. Glow. Dream. Your evening begins with a scenic drive from Fairbanks into Alaska’s wilderness to Chena Hot Springs Resort. Upon arrival, enjoy time at...

9 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (82)

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$250

Sit back, relax, and take in the scenic Alaskan landscape as you're transported 60 miles east of Fairbanks to the famous Chena Hot Springs Resort. …More

Fairbanks, USA

4.8 (273)

Chena Hot Springs Day Tour

Sit back, relax, and take in the scenic Alaskan landscape as you're transported 60 miles east of Fairbanks to the famous Chena Hot Springs Resort....

8 hours

4.8 (273)

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$250

Misty Fjords and Wilderness Explorer from Ketchikan

Embark on an adventure through the stunning Misty Fjords, one of Alaska’s most beautiful natural wonders. Set out from Ketchikan onboard a purpose-built vessel, equipped …More

Ketchikan, USA

4.3 (46)

Misty Fjords and Wilderness Explorer from Ketchikan

Embark on an adventure through the stunning Misty Fjords, one of Alaska’s most beautiful natural wonders. Set out from Ketchikan onboard a purpose-built vessel, equipped...

5 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.3 (46)

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$252

Haines is home to magnificent wildlife and breathtaking views of the natural world! With an experienced naturalist as your guide, you will see and learn …More

Skagway, USA

3.7 (3)

Haines Wildlife Safari

Haines is home to magnificent wildlife and breathtaking views of the natural world! With an experienced naturalist as your guide, you will see and learn...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

3.7 (3)

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$254

Captain's Choice Kenai Fjords National Park Tour from Seward

Maximize your adventure aboard this flexible seven-hour Kenai Fjords National Park cruise. Explore the day’s most spectacular sights as your captain selects their route based …More

Seward, USA

5.0 (148)

Captain's Choice Kenai Fjords National Park Tour from Seward

Maximize your adventure aboard this flexible seven-hour Kenai Fjords National Park cruise. Explore the day’s most spectacular sights as your captain selects their route based...

7 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (148)

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$255

Spend an exciting winter day on a frozen lake, learn the traditional skill of ice fishing from experienced guides, and enjoy your fresh catch for …More

Fairbanks, USA

3.6 (5)

Ice Fishing Day Tour

Spend an exciting winter day on a frozen lake, learn the traditional skill of ice fishing from experienced guides, and enjoy your fresh catch for...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered

3.6 (5)

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$255

This is the perfect tour for those with limited time in Alaska. Experience magnificent Portage Glacier on this full-day tour from Anchorage, as well as …More

Anchorage, USA

4.9 (169)

Glacier & Wildlife Discovery Tour

This is the perfect tour for those with limited time in Alaska. Experience magnificent Portage Glacier on this full-day tour from Anchorage, as well as...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (169)

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$259

Arctic Circle Full-Day Adventure from Fairbanks

Cross the Arctic Circle and explore Alaska’s breathtaking wilderness, including Finger Mountain, the Yukon River, and the Trans-Alaska Pipeline on this full-day adventure. Pick-up and …More

Fairbanks, USA

4.7 (134)

Arctic Circle Full-Day Adventure from Fairbanks

Cross the Arctic Circle and explore Alaska’s breathtaking wilderness, including Finger Mountain, the Yukon River, and the Trans-Alaska Pipeline on this full-day adventure. Pick-up and...

12 to 15 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.7 (134)

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$260

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for Alaska Day Trips & Excursions?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Alaska Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

Which Alaska Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Alaska Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which Alaska Day Trips & Excursions have Free Cancellation?

Alaska Day Trips & Excursions with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which Alaska Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Alaska trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Alaska?