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: Anchorage to Seward Cruise Transfer with Exit Glacier FROM SKAGWAY - Wilderness Kayak Adventure Pack Creek Brown Bear Viewing Juneau Backcountry Eats & Foraging Treats Pack Creek Bear Viewing

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 →

Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Small-Group Excursion

The Matanuska Glacier is the largest and most magnificent glacier in Alaska with road access. We will drive you to within about 1/2 mile of …More

Anchorage, USA

4.9 (58)

Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Small-Group Excursion

The Matanuska Glacier is the largest and most magnificent glacier in Alaska with road access. We will drive you to within about 1/2 mile of...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (58)

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$319

LeConte Glacier Tour and Norwegian Town Exploration

Embark on a breathtaking journey through the icy waters of LeConte Bay, where sculpted icebergs drift beneath towering cliffs and the mighty LeConte Glacier carves …More

5.0 (2)

LeConte Glacier Tour and Norwegian Town Exploration

Embark on a breathtaking journey through the icy waters of LeConte Bay, where sculpted icebergs drift beneath towering cliffs and the mighty LeConte Glacier carves...

7 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$319

Guided Dog Sledding Adventure Tour, Anchorage Hotel Pickup

Door to Door Service and Experience with our guided tour pick up in Anchorage. All gear needed is supplied, as well as snacks and water. …More

Anchorage, USA

5.0 (2)

Guided Dog Sledding Adventure Tour, Anchorage Hotel Pickup

Door to Door Service and Experience with our guided tour pick up in Anchorage. All gear needed is supplied, as well as snacks and water....

7 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$327

On this guided day tour you walk onto the unusual terrain of the Matanuska Glacier. You will see and learn about many glacial features such …More

Anchorage, USA

4.9 (456)

Matanuska Glacier Hike Day Tour

On this guided day tour you walk onto the unusual terrain of the Matanuska Glacier. You will see and learn about many glacial features such...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (456)

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$329

Matanuska Glacier Guided Hike from Anchorage with Gear Included

Embark on a mesmerizing Matanuska Glacier Hike, expertly guided for an immersive adventure through Alaska's icy wonders. With the added convenience of a small group …More

Anchorage, USA

4.9 (85)

Matanuska Glacier Guided Hike from Anchorage with Gear Included

Embark on a mesmerizing Matanuska Glacier Hike, expertly guided for an immersive adventure through Alaska's icy wonders. With the added convenience of a small group...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (85)

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$329

1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska

One thing that sets our tour apart from other is the mobile experience of the tour. We focus on making sure we are getting the …More

Fairbanks, USA

4.6 (73)

1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska

One thing that sets our tour apart from other is the mobile experience of the tour. We focus on making sure we are getting the...

12 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.6 (73)

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$329

Northern Lights and Arctic Circle Trip from Fairbanks

On this full-day trip from Fairbanks, you'll acquire plenty of bragging rights for friends back home as you cross the Arctic Circle and (hopefully) see …More

Fairbanks, USA

4.7 (179)

Northern Lights and Arctic Circle Trip from Fairbanks

On this full-day trip from Fairbanks, you'll acquire plenty of bragging rights for friends back home as you cross the Arctic Circle and (hopefully) see...

14 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.7 (179)

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$330

SkyChase™ | Northern Lights Experience - Free Photography & More

The Northern Lights don't come with a fixed address, so neither does SkyChase™. Before every night, our guides compare forecast models, satellite views and live …More

Fairbanks, USA

4.9 (784)

SkyChase™ | Northern Lights Experience - Free Photography & More

The Northern Lights don't come with a fixed address, so neither does SkyChase™. Before every night, our guides compare forecast models, satellite views and live...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (784)

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$335

Our Most Requested Tour: Explore Alaska’s Rugged Beauty & Cross into the Arctic Journey deep into Alaska’s untouched wilderness on this full-day adventure to the …More

Fairbanks, USA

4.8 (695)

Arctic Circle Day Tour

Our Most Requested Tour: Explore Alaska’s Rugged Beauty & Cross into the Arctic Journey deep into Alaska’s untouched wilderness on this full-day adventure to the...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.8 (695)

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$335

Once you’ve experienced our Harding Icefield Trail Hiking tour, you’ll finally understand the rave reviews… Though to be honest, our backyard does most of the …More

Seward, USA

5.0 (16)

Harding Icefield Trail Hiking Tour

Once you’ve experienced our Harding Icefield Trail Hiking tour, you’ll finally understand the rave reviews… Though to be honest, our backyard does most of the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (16)

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$342

We hire professional local guides and pay professional wages to our staff. We are a locally owned and operated family business. …More

Anchorage, USA

5.0 (3)

Turnagain Arm Winter Scenic Tour

We hire professional local guides and pay professional wages to our staff. We are a locally owned and operated family business....

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$345

Explore Alaska at its most rugged and remarkable aboard the Denali Backcountry Adventure. Set to reopen in 2027, Denali Park Road stretches 92 miles into …More

Denali National Park, USA

4.3 (153)

Denali Backcountry Adventure

Explore Alaska at its most rugged and remarkable aboard the Denali Backcountry Adventure. Set to reopen in 2027, Denali Park Road stretches 92 miles into...

12 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.3 (153)

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$356

Denali National Park Plus Aurora Chase Tour

Discover Denali National Park in the quiet beauty of the off season on this custom full-day tour from Fairbanks for up to 6 guests, with …More

Fairbanks, USA

5.0 (14)

Denali National Park Plus Aurora Chase Tour

Discover Denali National Park in the quiet beauty of the off season on this custom full-day tour from Fairbanks for up to 6 guests, with...

18 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (14)

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$360

Middle Kenai River Full-Day Fishing Trip

The middle Kenai River flows out of the glacial waters of Skilak Lake in the heart of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, home to a …More

Soldotna, USA

5.0 (10)

Middle Kenai River Full-Day Fishing Trip

The middle Kenai River flows out of the glacial waters of Skilak Lake in the heart of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, home to a...

8 hours

5.0 (10)

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$360

Embark on an unforgettable adventure from Fairbanks to the Arctic Circle, traveling one of the world’s most remote roads through Alaska’s breathtaking wilderness. With an …More

Fairbanks, USA

4.8 (929)

Northern Lights & Arctic Circle Tour

Embark on an unforgettable adventure from Fairbanks to the Arctic Circle, traveling one of the world’s most remote roads through Alaska’s breathtaking wilderness. With an...

12 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered

4.8 (929)

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$363

Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Cruise and Coach Package

We make it easy to see it all in one day! Relax on the coach as you enjoy the beauty of Turnagain Arm. On the …More

Anchorage, USA

4.9 (30)

Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Cruise and Coach Package

We make it easy to see it all in one day! Relax on the coach as you enjoy the beauty of Turnagain Arm. On the...

11 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (30)

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$368

Cross the Arctic Circle and look for the Aurora in a one day tour from Fairbanks! Experience for yourself the legendary hospitality and authentic interpretation …More

Fairbanks, USA

4.8 (31)

Arctic Circle Aurora Drive Adventure

Cross the Arctic Circle and look for the Aurora in a one day tour from Fairbanks! Experience for yourself the legendary hospitality and authentic interpretation...

17 to 18 hours

4.8 (31)

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$369

Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour

Experience the natural wonder of Alaska's Matanuska Glacier with our full-day guided tour. Beginning with a convenient pickup from downtown Anchorage, you'll embark on a …More

Anchorage, USA

4.8 (219)

Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour

Experience the natural wonder of Alaska's Matanuska Glacier with our full-day guided tour. Beginning with a convenient pickup from downtown Anchorage, you'll embark on a...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (219)

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$369

Matanuska Glacier Hiking Adventure from Anchorage

The Matanuska Glacier is a premiere attraction in Alaska (and our absolute favorite!) Up to 10 guests will enjoy a scenic drive along the beautiful …More

Anchorage, USA

5.0 (54)

Matanuska Glacier Hiking Adventure from Anchorage

The Matanuska Glacier is a premiere attraction in Alaska (and our absolute favorite!) Up to 10 guests will enjoy a scenic drive along the beautiful...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (54)

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$375

Private Tour for Chena Hot Springs (Free Photo) from Fairbanks

Chena Hot Springs Resort operates a big indoor pool and handsome outdoor wading lake, all of it constantly replenished by pungent mineral spring water that …More

Fairbanks, USA

4.9 (10)

Private Tour for Chena Hot Springs (Free Photo) from Fairbanks

Chena Hot Springs Resort operates a big indoor pool and handsome outdoor wading lake, all of it constantly replenished by pungent mineral spring water that...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (10)

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$389

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?