
Alaska's Glaciers & Coast Multi-Adventure Tour
Alaska's Glaciers & Coast Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Casual Hotels
2025: Jun-Sep

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.
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

Start/End Anchorage
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary

Day 1
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.

Night 1
This stylish hotel with an aerial tram to the top of Mount Alyeska has earned accolades from Travel + Leisure. (pool, spa)

Days 2-3
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!

Nights 2-3
An Alaskan wilderness retreat with contemporary finishes nestled in the woods of the striking Resurrection River Valley.

Days 4-6
Travel to Homer and bike along a route with views of Cook Inlet, the Alaska Range and Grewingk Glacier • ​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 • ​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.




Nights 4-5
Commune with eagles, otters and seals where land meets sea on Kachemak Bay.
What's Included
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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Alaska is a land of rustic and rugged beauty, and the accommodations on this trip are much simpler than is typical of Backroads lodging. Properties are built to withstand the harsh Alaska weather and have minimal seasonal renovations. Service standards at the hotels and restaurants on this trip can seem slow and casual when compared with the more refined hospitality found on other Backroads trips.
Alaska’s cuisine is characterized by an emphasis on simple, hearty dishes ideal for Alaska’s cool climate and adventurous lifestyle. Meals often reflect the state’s limited growing season and rely primarily on local ingredients like fresh seafood, unique offerings such as bison and game meats, and berry-driven summer desserts and jams. This means less variety as compared to most other regions, and please note that options for vegetarian, vegan and low-carb meals may be limited and substitutions may not be available.
Alaska’s variable winters make it a unique and special place to visit. For that reason, our itinerary may change based on the prior winter and road and trail status. The upper portion of the Harding Icefield Trail is often covered with snow through early July. Hiking even a short distance up the trail provides views of Exit Glacier and the valley.
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
*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
Casual Hotel
An Alaskan wilderness retreat with contemporary finishes nestled in the woods of the striking Resurrection River Valley.
Nights 4-5
Casual Hotel
Commune with eagles, otters and seals where land meets sea on Kachemak Bay.
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Bikes
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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.

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

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+
Review Snapshot
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Reviewed by 53 customers
This was a wonderful experience
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.
Backroads Multi Adventure is fantastic!
Everything about it was great! Our leaders (Naomi, Logan and Taylor) made the trip a 15 out of 10 stars!!!
Fantastic way to reunite with old friends
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.





Amazing trip, don't miss it!
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!

Alaska Kenai
Exceeded expectations! Personable guides, delicious food and amazing scenery.
Backroads is the best!
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!
Stunning Kenai!
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!!
Alaska is an epic adventure
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.

Third Backroads Trip and it never disappoints!
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.





Best trip in six years, since the last Backroads trip
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.
Dates & Prices
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