Alaska's Glaciers & Coast Multi-Adventure Tour

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6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Casual Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Alaska's Glaciers & Coast Multi-Adventure Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos
Couples, Friends & Solos
ALSO AVAILABLE FOR:
Families with Kids & Teens
Families with Teens & 20s
Families with 20s & Beyond

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Casual Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: Jun-Sep

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Wonders of the Kenai Peninsula from Prince William Sound to Homer 

Alaska was made for adventure. Kayak along the coast amid volcanoes and lagoons. Hike to the toe of a dramatic ice field for the experience of a lifetime. Bike along Turnagain Arm with views of the Chugach Mountains. Search for glaciers while cruising through Prince William Sound. Move through the landscape quietly and "locals" may show their faces: eagles, moose, sea otters, bears. Even if they don't, you know they're there... and somehow that's enough.

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Highlights

  • Hike the Harding Icefield Trail, a spectacular route alongside Exit Glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park
  • Explore the charms and shops of Homer, one of Alaska's most beautiful seaside towns
  • Enjoy jaw-dropping views of Cook Inlet, the volcanoes of the Alaska Range and the tidewater glaciers of Prince William Sound
  • Kayak around Yukon Island, keeping your eyes peeled for marine wildlife, including harbor seals and sea otters
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Two guests on road, cycling next to large lake.

Day 1

Description

Welcome to Alaska! Kick off the trip cycling along bike paths with the surrounding mountains as your backdrop • Enjoy vistas of Turnagain Arm and the Chugach Mountains as we make our way to the little town of Girdwood • Hike along Winner Creek, deep in America’s northernmost rain forest • Raise a toast to the beginning of our Alaskan adventure.

Accommodations
Alyeska Resort

(1 night)

Night 1

Alyeska Resort
Girdwood
*Premiere Hotel

This stylish hotel with an aerial tram to the top of Mount Alyeska has earned accolades from Travel + Leisure. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Shot of glacial waterfall.

Days 2-3

Description

Prince William Sound, one of Alaska's most famous waterways and a vast unspoiled wilderness, sets the stage for an amazing cruise • Glide past towering tidewater glaciers and walk along a rocky shoreline • Journey south to the Kenai Peninsula, a wonderland of rugged mountains, fjords and lakes • Views of the Chugach Mountains accompany you during an adventure to Kenai Fjords National Park • Hike along the Harding Icefield Trail to witness up close how the forces of nature reshape the land • Have your camera ready? Unrivaled vistas of Harding Icefield, Exit Glacier and the Resurrection River Valley await • Keep an eye out for mountain goats, moose and marmots!

Accommodations

Nights 2-3

Seward Windsong Lodge
Seward
Casual Hotel

An Alaskan wilderness retreat with contemporary finishes nestled in the woods of the striking Resurrection River Valley.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Close-up of sea otter.

Days 4-6

Description

Travel to Homer and bike along a route with views of Cook Inlet, the Alaska Range and Grewingk Glacier • â€‹Ride along Homer Spit, a narrow finger of land in picturesque Kachemak Bay • Harbor seals and sea lions make frequent appearances outside our waterfront hotel • â€‹Circumnavigate Yukon Island by kayak, watching for bald eagles, porpoises and sea otters • Explore a local farm, complete with animals, herbs, art and views of Kachemak Bay.

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Land's End Resort
Homer
Casual Hotel

Commune with eagles, otters and seals where land meets sea on Kachemak Bay.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Hotels

Adventure-Ready Hotels

Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Night 1

Alyeska Resort
Girdwood

*Premiere Hotel

This stylish hotel with an aerial tram to the top of Mount Alyeska has earned accolades from Travel + Leisure. (pool, spa)

Nights 2-3

Seward Windsong Lodge
Seward

Casual Hotel

An Alaskan wilderness retreat with contemporary finishes nestled in the woods of the striking Resurrection River Valley.

Nights 4-5

Land's End Resort
Homer

Casual Hotel

Commune with eagles, otters and seals where land meets sea on Kachemak Bay.

From $4,499 /person

+6% Sales tax

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Bikes

Choose Your Perfect Bike

Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.

Backroads Touring Bike
Backroads Touring Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Suited for a wide range of cyclists
  • Comfortable ergonomic seat
  • Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
  • Upright handlebars only
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike

Included in your trip price

  • One of the lightest e-bikes available
  • Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
  • Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
  • Upright handlebars only
  • Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours;  learn more

Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

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This was a wonderful experience

Submitted September 2024

By Sally

From NY, NY

If you are at all wondering whether to do this trip or not, stop hesitating... it is amazing! The places are beautiful, the different sports/activities are all special - each in its own way, and the leaders are amazing and special. (And 95% of our group used e-bikes, so don't worry!). We knew very little when we signed up but I could not be going home any happier than we are. We've seen spectacular places, learned a ton, spent wonderful time outdoors, met nice people and just felt lucky to be alive.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Backroads Multi Adventure is fantastic!

Submitted August 2024

By Kate

From Cincinnati

Everything about it was great! Our leaders (Naomi, Logan and Taylor) made the trip a 15 out of 10 stars!!!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Fantastic way to reunite with old friends

Submitted August 2024

By Annie

From Los Angeles, CA

Phenomenal scenery, dining, and we got lucky on weather. If you want to see Alaska up close and revel in some of its incredible wildlife and wild places, this is the way to do it.

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Girdwood - ready for lunch!
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Homer - ready to rest
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Seward
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somewhere near Moose Pass
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Portage Glacier in Blackstone Bay, Prince William Sound

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Amazing trip, don't miss it!

Submitted August 2024

By Carly

From Denver, CO

Gorgeous views and exhilarating adventures with fun, organized and, plainly, the best trips leaders! The Kenai Peninsula is not to be missed. Taylor, Joshua, Cara and Backroads…you are the BEST!

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Kayaking view

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Alaska Kenai

Submitted July 2024

By Karl

From Denver

Exceeded expectations! Personable guides, delicious food and amazing scenery.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Backroads is the best!

Submitted June 2024

By vivian

From Longmeadow, MA

We've gone on several trips with Backroads and every single trip was well organized and full of interesting things to do and see, while incorporating enjoyment of the outdoors with activities such as hiking, biking and kayaking. All the trips were tailored to what and where we were interested in visiting, and just plain fun for everyone in my family (including young adult children)! Another reason we love Backroads is their outstanding people, the guides are enthusiastic, accommodating, knowledgeable and just plain good folks!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Stunning Kenai!

Submitted June 2024

By Traci

From Austin, Texas

Wow, we had high expectations for our multi-adventure Kenai peninsula tour, but they were exceeded! This was our second Backroads tour (we also recommend the Tuscany food and wine tour!) and everything was incredible just like the first one. The locations (Alyeska, Seward, Prince William Sound, Homer) were stunningly beautiful, the activities were amazing (we loved the variety of hiking, biking, kayaking, and glacier cruising, all of which gave our muscles time to heal; plus we saw salmon running, otters lazing around, and the best whale breach we've ever seen, while on Prince William Sound) and the food was terrific (all the restaurants were wonderful, and even the sandwiches - whether packed by Backroads or one of their local vendors - were incredibly tasty!). We also really appreciate how meticulously planned everything is - from safety (we are not bikers and were worried, but they put us right at ease; they also do a great job of accounting for people of all abilities and never making you feel rushed or pressured to go at a different pace) to snacks to anything that can make you comfortable. But what makes Backroads truly special are the trip leaders, especially on this trip. My wife and I have been on guided tours all over the world, and we agreed that our trip leaders were in the top 1% of guides we've ever had. Shout out to Emma, who played a more "behind the scenes" support role for this trip, and was so warm, wonderful, friendly, and thoughtful that she really stood out. Paige and Cameron, our two official trip leaders, were so incredibly passionate, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, intelligent, intellectually curious, open, warm, and friendly—they (along with Emma) are not only extremely wise (belying their young age), but are so genuine and authentic and TRULY care about connecting with each and every guest. They created a magical cohesion among our group that I've never experienced on a group trip before, and I hope I get to have these guides again!!

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Alaska is an epic adventure

Submitted August 2023

By Damian & Tammy

From Northern Virginia

Our trip leaders and support leader (Oscar, Kelley and Mandie) were awesome! They took great care of us and ensured we were enjoying the entire experience. The Kenai area of Alaska is an amazing wilderness and Backroads does a fantastic job of planning activities to maximize the experience - biking, hiking, kayaking, and eating! Even when it was raining, we enjoyed the adventures. The glacier hike to the Harding Ice Field Overlook was one of our best-ever mountain hikes. We also loved watching "Sea Otter TV" during the late sunsets from the big picture window of our room at Lands End Resort.

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Harding Ice Field Overlook - Kenai, Alaska

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Third Backroads Trip and it never disappoints!

Submitted August 2023

By Laura

From N.C.

The Kenai Peninsula is stunning and each day provided incredible vistas, engaging experiences, more wildlife than I ever expected and an opportunity to make new friends and make special memories with our family. Our leaders were fabulous - engaging, patient, fun, helpful and just wonderful people who love their jobs.

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HARDING ICE FIELD
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HIKE TO HARDING ICE
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KACHEMAK BAY
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PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Best trip in six years, since the last Backroads trip

Submitted July 2023

By Eileen L

From St. Louis, MO

I went on the Alaska Multi trip July 22nd with my sisters and daughter. We can all agree hands down what made the trip so special were the Tour Leaders, Mandy, Peter D and Peter M. Their knowledge, enthusiasm and customer service was beyond compare. We loved every place we visited including Anchorage, Prince William Sound, Seward and Homer and all the activities were as promised. The restaurants and vendors they chose were amazing from the cruise of Prince William Sound, kayaking in Homer and visiting a sustainable farm in Homer. This saved us from doing the research and finding the best. As an aside, the leaders saw me drinking Diet Dr. Pepper and guess what was in the cooler at our next stop. Highly, highly recommend the Alaska Multi tour and going anywhere with Backroads.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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