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Anchorage to Seward: Private Tours & Transfers

Leaving Anchorage for Seward and a cruise departure? Make the drive south a highlight, not just a transfer. Choose a private three hour door-to-door scenic transfer, a full-day wildlife and sightseeing tour, or an active hiking and kayaking experience en route. All private tours are customizable so you can make the most of your travel day between Anchorage and Seward.

Your Journey, Your Way: Private Transfer & Tour Options

Direct Scenic Transfer

Private, direct transfer from Anchorage to Seward with incredible views along the Seward Highway. Airport pick-up and cruise terminal drop-off available.

Wildlife Transfer

Turn your transfer into a day of sightseeing. Scenic stops along the Seward Highway, glacier views, and wildlife spotting at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center.

Kayak + Private Transfer

Break up the drive with an Alaska experience. Enjoy scenic stops and a guided kayaking tour on glacial Trail Lake before ending the day in Seward.

Hike + Private Transfer

Get off the road and on the trail. Two guided hikes + scenic stops on the way. Portage Valley, Kenai Fjords National Park, glaciers, and private transportation.

Scenic Transfer: Anchorage to Seward

Sit back, relax, and enjoy private, comfortable transportation from Anchorage to Seward in a high-comfort vehicle selected for your group size. This direct 3-hour transfer offers a front-row seat to the breathtaking Seward Highway, a designated All-American Road. Perfect for travelers who want a seamless journey surrounded by Alaska’s stunning coastal and mountain landscapes, with luggage space included.

Sightseeing Tour: Anchorage to Seward - Scenic Stops & Wildlife Encounters

Turn your transfer into a full-day, story-filled adventure. This 6-8 hour private tour combines iconic Seward Highway viewpoints, a stop in the charming town of Moose Pass, and an up-close wildlife experience at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. You’ll also detour into beautiful Portage Valley for glacier-country scenery and photo stops at Portage Lake Overlook. Want something more active? Your guide can add a short, guided hike based on your group’s interests and the day’s conditions.

Anchorage to Seward: Trail Lake Kayaking + Private Scenic Transfer

Why just look at Alaska’s stunning scenery as you drive through it? Get out and soak in the views as you paddle through pristine glacial waters. Join a guided kayak tour on Trail Lake in historic Moose Pass, surrounded by the Chugach Mountains. Your transportation is private with scenic photo stops along the Seward Highway. The kayak portion may include other guests, depending on the day’s departures. 

Anchorage to Seward: Exit Glacier & Portage Valley Private Hike + Transfer

Make your transfer from Anchorage to Seward part of your Alaska adventure. This private 7-8 hour adventure features a guided hike in Kenai Fjords National Park near Exit Glacier, plus time in Portage Valley with the option to hike the Byron Glacier Trail when conditions allow. Your guide will choose the best route for your group so you get the most memorable hike day possible before arriving in Seward. 

More Than Just a Ride

More options, More Adventure

Extend the Adventure

Want to add even more to your Alaska experience? Whether it’s a glacier cruise, national park hike, or scenic rail ride, we’ll help you build the perfect day around your interests and schedule.

Visit one of Alaska’s most iconic national parks. This add-on includes a stop at Exit Glacier and a short, scenic hike along the Glacier Overlook Trail for panoramic views of the glacier and Harding icefield valley. Great for photo stops, stretching your legs, and checking off a national park in a single day. 

Travel through the historic Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel, the longest highway tunnel in North America, to the tiny town of Whittier. From there, take a 4-mile round trip hike to Portage Pass for breathtaking views of Portage Glacier and the glacial lake below. 

Enjoy a 10% discount on a Major Marine Tour

Add a wildlife and glacier cruise before or after your private tour. Explore Resurrection Bay aboard a Major Marine vessel, spotting sea otters, puffins, whales, and tidewater glaciers. We’ll handle the logistics and extend a special guest discount. 

Bookend your trip with one of the most scenic train rides in the world. We can help arrange your ride on the Alaska Railroad’s Coastal Classic, connecting Seward and Anchorage with panoramic views and full narration.

Want to Customize Your Anchorage to Seward Day?

Looking to add more stops, create a unique itinerary, or build an unforgettable day on your way to Seward? We can craft a fully private tour tailored to your group’s interests, schedule, and energy level.

Private Day Tours & Cruise Transfers FAQ

Most frequent questions and answers

Yes — all of our cruise transfers and day tours are fully private for your group. That means flexible timing, personalized stops, and a guide who’s focused entirely on your experience.

We offer pickup and drop-off at local hotels in Seward, Moose Pass, and Anchorage. Additionally, depending on your travel times, we can offer pickup and drop-off at the Seward cruise ship terminal as well as the Anchorage airport.

Absolutely. Our vehicles are equipped to handle large suitcases, backpacks, and outdoor gear — ideal for cruise guests or extended travelers.

  • Scenic Transfer is best if you just need a private ride with photo stops.

  • Sightseeing Tour adds in iconic attractions like the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and Begich Boggs Visitor Center.

  • Active Alaska Adventure includes guided hikes or a kayak tour — perfect if you want to stretch your legs or get on the water to make your transfer an adventure.

Yes! We offer several add-on experiences like:

  • Major Marine Glacier Cruises (10% discount)

  • Exit Glacier Hike in Kenai Fjords NP

  • Portage Pass Hike via Whittier Tunnel

  • Alaska Railroad Tickets between Seward and Anchorage

Just let us know your interests when booking.


Note: If your tour is extended beyond the included time, an hourly guide fee of $150/hour applies.

Snacks and water are included. With Sightseeing and Active Adventure tours, we’ll make time for a scenic lunch stop for you to purchase food.

You can book our standard Private Tour options online right away. If you’re planning something custom — with overnights, off-route stops, or special group needs — we recommend using our Private Tour Inquiry Form.

We’re flexible and will do our best to accommodate changes — just reach out as soon as possible. Your tour is private, so we can often adjust within reason.

Whether you’re heading south for a cruise or exploring Alaska’s scenic highways, we’ll make sure your Anchorage to Seward journey is unforgettable. Let’s build your perfect day.

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