Alaska's Glaciers & Coast Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Casual Hotels
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
See moreStraight Talk
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
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.
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+
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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