Summer Guide to Optional Excursions Available at the Alyeska Resort

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1 Summer Guide to Optional Excursions Available at the Alyeska Resort There is so much to see and do when based at the Alyeska Resort. This guide is designed to give you information on optional excursions that can be booked at the Alyeska Resort Concierge Desk. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions, or when you are ready to make reservations. Once you have a confirmed reservation, the concierge will provide you with a detailed confirmation letter with suggestions of what to bring, how to dress and driving directions if applicable. Cancellations: Each Tour Provider has their own cancellation policy. Please check with the concierge for details. If your tour gets cancelled by the vendor due to weather or any other reason, you will be issued a full refund. Rates: Rates listed here include all taxes and fees and are rounded to the nearest dollar. In some cases, there may be an additional fee for transportation, meal upgrades or other incidentals. These fees will be explained in full by the concierge prior to booking. All information provided is subject to change and should be used as a guideline only. ATV Tours 2 Flight Seeing 2-3 Bear Viewing 4-5 Wildlife and Glacier Cruise 5-7 Sea Kayaking and River Rafting 8-11 Ice Climbing and Rock Climbing 12 Glacier Hiking Rainforest and Alpine Hiking 13 Horseback Riding 14 Dog Sledding Fishing Zip Lining 18 Local Attractions 19 1

2 Alyeska Resort Summer Activities Guide ~brought to you by the Concierge Team The Concierge is pleased to make your vacation complete. We take great pride in our extensive knowledge of the area and are eager to share insider tips or answer any of your questions. A variety of adventures and sites await your discovery. Call or the Concierge desk today to begin planning your Alaska dream vacation! We look forward to hearing from you! ~Rachel, Lori and Nicole Concierge Desk Alyeska Resort (907) guestservices@alyeskaresort.com ATV Tours Bird Creek ATV Tour from $195 adult/ $160 child (8-15 yrs.) Tour: 3 hours (+ + transfer 30 minutes each way) Enjoy a fully guided tour into the scenic backcountry on easy to operate four wheelers. Look for wildlife such as bear, sheep, mountain goats, moose and eagles. The tour includes a short hike down to a spectacular waterfall where spawning salmon can be viewed from mid-june to September. Departs: 10:00am and 2:00pm Notes: Safety instruction, rain gear and refreshments are included. Round trip transportation is available for an additional fee. Flight Seeing Tours Glacier Helicopter Tour from $270 per person Tour: 30 minutes (+ + transfer 15 minutes each way) Soar over panoramic Alaskan scenery spotting wildlife as you glide by picturesque mountain peaks in the heart of glacier country. Departs: 8:45am, 10:30am, 12:15pm, 2:00pm, 3:45pm and 5:30pm Notes: complimentary hotel pick up is available. Helicopter Glacier Landing from $385 per person Tour: 1 hour (+ + transfer 15 minutes each way) Extend your fight seeing adventure by taking our most popular tour that explores the Lake George Glacier, Lake George Valley and Colony Glacier. As you fly through the Chugach backcountry the panorama opens to glacial formed valleys and magnificent fields of ancient translucent blue ice. Highlight your trip with a glacier landing or atop a high ridge with a 360- degree view. Departs: 8:45am, 10:30am, 12:15pm, 2:00pm, 3:45pm and 5:30pm Notes: complimentary hotel pick up is available. 2

3 Prince William Sound Glacier Tour from $495 per person Tour: 1.5 hour (+ + transfer 15 minutes each way) Experience everything as the Glacier Landing Tour but ad a return trip over trip over the pristine waters of Prince William Sound. The clear waters and rocky fjords of Prince William Sound offer breath taking landscapes and excellent wildlife spotting opportunities. Departs: 8:45am, 10:30am, 12:15pm, 2:00pm, 3:45pm and 5:30pm Notes: complimentary hotel pick up is available. Discover Denali by Plane from $ 425 per person Tour: 3 plus hours (+ + transfer 45 minutes each way) This popular flight seeing tour departs Anchorage and takes you within 6 miles of Mt. Denali s 20,320- foot summit. Options may include a glacier landing, depending on conditions. Departs: departure times vary Notes: Departs from Anchorage. Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee. Glacier landing option is available for an additional fee. Concierge Tip! The Spa at Alyeska is a great place to spend part or all of your day! Located on the second floor of the hotel, the Spa offers a wide variety of services including massage, facials, pedicures, manicures and mud wraps. Relax and unwind at the Spa at Alyeska! To make an appointment call (907)

4 Redoubt Bay Lodge Bear Viewing from $722 per person Tour: 6.5 hours (+ + transfer 45 minutes each way) Bear Viewing Tours Visit a remote wilderness lodge and learn about bears and bear behavior. Your naturalist guide will take you out by boat to view brown bears in their natural habitat fishing for salmon. A deli-style lunch at the lodge is included. This tour includes a sea plane flight from Anchorage's Lake Hood Float Plane base to the lodge. The flight time is about 50 minutes each way. Departs: 8:00am and 12:30pm Notes: departs from Anchorage. Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee. Katmai National Park Bear Viewing from $895-$935 per person Tour: 12 hours (+ + transfer 45 minutes each way) Take off by seaplane on an all-day bear viewing expedition past glaciers and volcanoes to the brown bear country of south west Alaska. Visit world famous Katmai National Park and walk to Brooks Falls to see bears while they play and fish for salmon. The one-mile trail leads to two separate platforms to watch and photograph bears in the falls. The trip is self-guided to the falls. Park Rangers are available. Enjoy a boxed lunch on the beach when you land at Katmai National Park. Departs: 8:00am Notes: departs from Anchorage. Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee. Flight time is approximately 2.5 hours each way. This tour is available in July only. 4

5 Lake Clark National Park Bear Viewing from $927 per person Tour: hours (+ transfer 45 minutes each way) Visit Lake Clark Wilderness Preserve for a truly remote Alaskan experience. Take off by sea plane from Anchorage's Lake Hood float plane base and enjoy a 70 mile scenic flight to Redoubt Mountain Lodge, located on the glacial fed waters of Crescent Lake. Your experienced guides will take you out by boat to view bears fishing for salmon in their natural habitat. A gourmet lunch is served at the lodge. After lunch, it is your choice of activity. You can go out for additional bear viewing, hike to a waterfall or spend the afternoon kayaking around the lake. Departs: 8:00am Notes: departs from Anchorage. Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee. Flight time is approximately 45 minutes each way. This tour is available in August and September only. Wildlife and Glacier Cruises 26 Glacier Cruise from $179 adult/ $119 child (2-11) Tour: 5 hours (+ transfer approximately 45 minutes each way) Cruise through the calm, protected waters of Prince William Sound on a luxurious high-speed catamaran. You will see 26 glaciers and you have an excellent chance of spotting wildlife such as whales, porpoises, sea otters, seals, puffins, sheep and bear. Lunch is served on board the ship while viewing tidewater glaciers. You have a meal choice of wild Alaskan cod, chicken or cheddar broccoli bake. Departs: 12:30pm Notes: transportation can be arranged for an additional fee Glacier Quest from $124 adult/ $84 child (2-11) Tour: 3.75 hours (+ transfer approximately 45 minutes each way) The Glacier Quest Cruise takes you from Whittier to Blackstone Bay, a dramatic deep water fjord where two tidewater glaciers and several alpine glaciers await. From timberline to sea level, a mature, thick spruce forest provides a dark green contrast against the white spray of waterfalls stemming from the 8 glaciers hugging the mountain peaks. You have a meal choice of wild Alaskan cod, chicken or cheddar broccoli bake. Great for kids! Departs: Notes: 1:00pm transportation can be arranged for an additional fee 5

6 Sunset Glacier Cruise from $119/adult/ $89 per child Tour: 2.5 hours (+ transfer approximately 45 minutes each way) Our 2.5-hour cruise is the perfect way to spend the evening viewing the glaciers of Blackstone Bay. Our high-speed catamaran can get to the glaciers fast to allow more time viewing these massive rivers of ice through our large picture windows and from our spacious outdoor viewing areas. The captain will slowly rotate the boat and take in the views from every angle, allowing everyone time to view the glaciers. You have a meal choice of wild Alaskan cod, chicken or cheddar broccoli bake. Departs: 7:15pm Notes: Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee Glacier Cruise with Salmon and Prime Rib buffet from $183 adult/ $99 child Tour: 5.25 hours (+ transfer approximately 45 minutes each way) Our cruise into beautiful Prince William Sound departs Whittier, Alaska, and travels to Surprise Glacier. Prince William Sound is known for its dense concentration of glaciers and waterfalls, which you will see as you cruise through the calm, protected waters. You will also see wildlife such as otters, harbor seals, bald eagles, seabirds and occasionally whales. Departs: 12:30pm Notes: Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee via the Alaska Railroad. The rates quoted include the buffet. Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise from $174 adult/$89 child (2-11) Tour: 6 hours (+ transfer 2 hours each way) Cruise effortlessly into the tranquil beauty of Kenai Fjords National Park as your experienced captain shares the story of this spectacular region while seeking the best wildlife and glacier viewing opportunities for you. A healthy lunch is served on board, allowing for more time for you to experience the natural wonders of the park. Departs: 8:00am and 11:30am Notes: Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee via the Alaska Railroad for the 11:30am tour. Kenai Fjords National Park with Fox Island from $215 adult/ $109 child (2-11) Tour: 8.5 hours (+ transfer 2 hours each way) Includes all of the above National Park tour with an added bonus! Stop over at the privately owned Fox Island Wilderness Lodge for a grilled salmon and prime rib dinner and a Park Ranger presentation. Departs: 10:00am Notes: Transportation is not available for this tour. 6

7 Kenai Fjords Northwestern Fjord Cruise Tour: 9 hours (+ transfer time 2 hours each way) from $212 adult/ no child rate This premium full day cruise is the only daily tour visiting magnificent Northwestern Fjord. Explore 150 miles of marine wildlife, sea birds and tidewater glaciers. A breakfast snack and a healthy lunch are served on board. Departs: 8:30am Notes: Transportation is not available for this tour. Due to the length of this tour, it is best suited for adults. Resurrection Bay Cruise with Fox Island from $99 adult/ $51 child (2-11) Tour: hours (+ transfer time 2 hours each way) Great for families! Cruise to from Resurrection Bay to Fox Island for an all-you-can- eat Alaska salmon and prime rib buffet at an exclusive wilderness lodge. Learn about the rich history of Resurrection Bay and watch for wildlife such as whales, puffins, sea lions and otters. Departs: noon and 5:00pm Notes: Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee via The Alaska Railroad for the noon tour. The noon departure is 4.5 hours. The 5:00pm departure is 3 hours. Kenai Fjords Cruise with Salmon and Prime Rib buffet Tour: 6 hours (+ transfer 2 hours each way) from $194 adult/ $99 child This cruise takes you into Kenai Fjords National Park and to the National Wildlife Refuge at the Chiswell Islands. A uniformed National Park Ranger will narrate your cruise, pointing out the massive tidewater glaciers, puffins, whales, sea otters, sea lion colonies, bird rookeries, eagles and much more. Lunch is optional and includes a delicious all-you-can-eat Alaska salmon and prime rib buffet. Departs: 11:30am Notes: Transportation can be arranged for additional fee via the Alaska Railroad. The rates quoted include the buffet. General Cruise Information: When deciding which cruise to take, it is important to consider the following; if you are very prone to sea sickness, consider a cruise out of Prince William Sound. The sheltered bays and coves make it less likely you will get sea sick than going out in the more open waters of Kenai Fjords. If you are traveling with small children, you may want to consider a shorter rather than longer cruise. Bring extra warm layers as the temperatures can be 10 degrees cooler out on the water. Don't forget to bring extra camera batteries! 7

8 Sea Kayaking and River Rafting Kittiwake Sea Kayaking Tour from $94 per person (10 and up) Tour: 3 hours (+ transfer approximately 45 minutes each way) This is a terrific trip for those wanting an introduction to sea kayaking. Paddle a 3 mile loop from the Whittier harbor in the calm waters of Prince William Sound. Basic instruction is provided. You will explore waterfalls, coves and a Black Legged Kittiwake bird rookery. This tour offers light exercise and adventure. Departs: 9:00am, 1:00pm and 5:00pm Notes: Transportation is not available. Passage Canal Sea Kayaking Tour from $153 per person (10 and up) Tour: 6 hours (+ transfer approximately 45 minutes each way) This is a fantastic paddle from the Whittier harbor. A longer and a bit more strenuous paddle than the Kittiwake Tour, this trip covers about 6 or 7 miles. Basic instruction is provided in the harbor and then you are ready to set out to discover hidden coves, waterfalls, wildlife and glacial views. Your guides will stop at a beach where you will go on a short hike before enjoying a fabulous picnic lunch on the beach. Departs: 10:00am Notes: Transportation is not available. Blackstone Bay Sea Kayaking Trip from $363 per person (10 and up) Tour: 9 hours (+ transfer approximately 45 minutes each way) Concierge pick! This tour is the cream of the crop sea kayaking day trip from Prince William Sound. Your day will start with a charter boat ride from Whittier to a beach near Blackstone Bay. You and your guides will have the opportunity to paddle in the tidewater glacier areas of Blackstone Bay while you learn about its natural history. The sights and sounds of the actively calving glacier from the unique view-point of our ocean kayaks just may be the highlight of your trip. Wildlife sightseeing from a kayak can be fun and exciting. A hearty picnic lunch is included. At the end of the paddling day you will be taken back to Whittier by charter boat. This tour is geared for the active and physically fit individuals looking for an unforgettable Alaskan adventure. Departs: Notes: 9:00am Transportation is not available. 4-person minimum. If you are not a party of 4, we will do our best to book you with another group. 8

9 Spencer Iceberg Float and Train from $242 adult/ $127 child (5-11) Tour: 6 hours (meets in hotel lobby) Travel by train to remote Spencer Whistle Stop. Get up close and personal to the icebergs on this scenic float suitable for all ages. Our experienced and professional guides will row you right up to the picturesque icebergs on Spencer Lake. The panoramic views of the Spencer Glacier and surrounding mountains are beautiful. This trip includes upgrade options such as a tour of the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to view bears, moose and other Alaskan wildlife, or a Salmon Bake Dinner in the evening with glacier views, or heli-hiking add-on. Please ask concierge for details. Departs: 11:00am Notes: Tour also departs from the Portage Train Depot for a discounted fare. Transportation is s not available to Portage, so a rental car would be necessary. A salmon bake dinner while viewing glaciers is also available of an additional fee. Helicopter-access and heli-hiking is available for an additional fee. Portage River Float from $89 adult/ $69 child Tour: 2-3 hours (+ transfer 30 minutes each way) This 6-mile scenic adventure offers panoramic views that you will enjoy while rafting the peaceful Portage River. After enjoying a visit to the Portage Glacier Visitors Center, you and your experienced raft guides will launch from the end of Portage Lake. Conditions permitting, you will float within arm s length of icebergs. You continue your float trip down stream in Portage River with views of glaciers and possible wildlife sightseeing. Rubber boots, life jacket and rain gear (if necessary) will be provided. Your guides do all the paddling in oar boats, so you just sit back, relax and enjoy the view. Departs: 9am Notes: 4-person minimum. If you are not a party of 4, we will do our best to book you with another group. For an additional fee, you can upgrade your trip to include lunch, transportation and a stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. A riverside salmon dinner cooked over an open fire can also be arranged on a 4:30pm tour. 9

10 Kenai River Scenic Float Trip from $67 adult/ $46 child (5-11) Tour: 2 hours (+ transfer 1.5 hours each way) Take a scenic float trip along a non-motorized section of the world-famous Kenai River. Keep a watch out for moose, bear, eagles and salmon as your guide navigates through the snowcapped mountain scenery of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. Hear stories about the area, early settlers and the forces that shaped the Kenai River Valley. Departs: 9:00am, 12:30pm and 4:30pm Notes: Transportation is not available. Children must be at least 35 lbs. Kenai River Canyon Full Day Raft Trip from $170 adult/ $109 child (7-11) Tour: 7 hours (+ transfer 1.5 hours each way) Join your guides for an enlightening journey into unspoiled Alaskan wilderness that most travelers never see. Start with a scenic float, searching for moose, bear, bald eagles and salmon. Enjoy a delicious shore side picnic lunch, and then ride the Class 2 spirited rapids through the Kenai River Canyon. End your adventure with a scenic boat exploration along a pristine glacier carved lakeshore in the heart of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. Departs: 11:00am Notes: children must be at least 35 lbs. On rare occasions, due to weather, this trip may end with a 1.5 mile walk on an established trail. Transportation is not available. Six Mile Creek 2 Canyon White Water Raft Tour: 3.5 hours (+ transfer 1 hour each way) from $118 per person Set in the Chugach National Forest, Six Mile Creek is a run for white water enthusiasts desiring the highest difficulty level in a guided white water trip. Dropping over 50 ft. per mile, this creek has cut its way through three separate canyons offering Class 4 and Class 5 whitewater. Rising over 500 ft. in places, these towering canyon walls are draped in a lush carpet of old-growth forest with cascading waterfalls. Crystal clear water and an abundant salmon run makes this a river runner's dream. With each succeeding canyon, you will encounter whitewater of increasing difficulty. The two canyon white water trip is consistent Class 4 whitewater. Departs: 9:00am and 2:00pm Notes: dry suits, paddles, life jackets and river shoes are provided. Please be prepared to take a practice swim in a calm stretch of the river. Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee. Six Mile Creek 3 Canyon White Water Raft Tour: 5 hours (+ transfer 1 hour each way) from $175 per person For those seeking the most excitement, add on the 3rd canyon to your white water adventure. The third canyon is consistent Class 5 whitewater. We also offer a float trip from the same location, so some can raft the whitewater, some can do the float trip. Ask concierge for details. Departs: 9:00am and 2:00pm Notes: dry suits, paddles, life jackets and river shoes are provided. Please be prepared to take a practice swim in a calm stretch of the river. Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee. 10

11 Heli Hiking and Rafting from $649/ per person Tour: 9.5 hours (meets in lobby) This is a true Alaska full-day adventure and not for the faint of heart. Begin the day with a 25 minute stunning flight to Comet Glacier. Hike from Comet Glacier to Spencer Glacier on a 5+ mile hike. The first 2 miles of the hike are on alpine terrain with no established trail and snow at times. Catered lunch and hot drinks are served on the hike. When you get to Spencer Lake, jump on a raft for a stunning view of icebergs and Spencer Glacier before rafting 7 miles down the Placer River Valley. This trip is suitable for ages 12 and up. Departs: 8:00am Notes: Complimentary hotel pick up is available. Heli Rafting Twenty-Mile River Tour: 6 hours (meets in lobby) from $699/ per person This is our most remote rafting tour. Buzz the Twenty-Mile Glacier on a spectacular 20 minute unforgettable flight. Land next to the iceberg-laden lake for your raft adventure down Twenty-Mile River. Float 12 stunning miles downriver to the ocean, taking out at Turnagain Arm. A shore-side catered lunch, snacks and drinks are provided. This trip is suitable for ages 5 and up Departs: 8:00am or 11:30am Notes: Complimentary hotel pick up is available. Ice Climbing and Rock Climbing Spencer Glacier Ice Climb Tour: 9 hours (including train travel) from $403 per person (14 and up) From the Spencer Whistle Stop, our small group of 4 or less hop on a van for a short ride to our lake edge basecamp. We use tandem sea kayaks to cross the lake to get to the ice. The approach itself includes outstanding views of the glacier and icebergs floating in the Spencer terminal lake. The total distance of kayaking to the glacier is 1.5 miles of flat lake water with plenty of icebergs. The 1 hour approach includes many photo & rest stops to learn about interesting local wildlife, history and glaciology. At the glaciers' edge we gear up with helmets and crampons. After safety lessons and crampon practice, groups travel up onto the glacier ice and to the ice walls. Climbers will have about 3 hours to take turns top-roping amazing ice walls and exploring other features (blue ice, crevasses, ice caves, etc.) with your skilled and experienced guide. Lunch and train travel is included. No previous climbing experience necessary. Departs: noon Notes: This tour meets at the Hotel Alyeska. Wear comfortable, warm ski type clothes, dressing in layers. Long johns top and bottoms, fleece jacket, waterproof rain gear, gloves, hat and warm socks are required to participate. No cotton! 11

12 Learn to Rock Climb from $129 adult/ $89 child (3-12) Tour: 3-4 hours (transfer not required) Great for kids! Rock Climbing is an exhilarating experience that will be a memorable adventure for everyone. Our Rock Climbing trips are suitable for families and people of all ages and abilities. Your experienced guides teach everyone from novice to advanced climbers. Most trips start right at Alyeska Resort at Tram Rock, nestled in the rainforest with creeks nearby. A snack and climbing gear is provided. Wear comfortable clothing, athletic shoes and bring a camera and water bottle. Departs: Notes: 10:00am and 3:00pm a full day option of this tour is available. This tour meets at The Hotel Alyeska. Glacier Hiking Iceberg Hike by Train from $294 adult/ $235 child (7-12) Tour: 6 hours (including train travel) The Spencer Glacier is entirely off the road system, so we ride the train, which offers breathtaking views of glaciers and alpine peaks. When you get off the train, you will hike to Spencer Glacier- up to 4 miles round trip in about 3 hrs. on flat graveled trails past blue icebergs and along a beautiful glacial fed lake. This trip includes a deli-style lunch snacks and water, naturalist guide, bear protection and ecology and glaciology discussions. This is an easy to moderate activity that travels up to the glacier and back. Departs: noon Notes: meets at the Hotel Alyeska Spencer Glacier Hiking Tour: 9 hours (including train travel) from $379 per person (13 and up) Your day begins with a ride on the train to the Spencer Whistle Stop, where you will board a van for a short ride down to Spencer Lake where you will enjoy spectacular views of Spencer Glacier and floating icebergs. You will traverse 1.4 miles of Spencer Lake in stable tandem sea kayaks. At the glaciers edge you will gear up with helmets and crampons, and after safety lessons and crampon practice the group will travel out onto the glacier ice, with approximately 2 hours to explore the amazing ice features (blue ice, crevasses, ice caves, etc.). At the end of the day, you will board the 8:15pm train. Lunch, snacks, and water are provided. Departs: noon Notes: meets at the Hotel Alyeska. Please wear comfortable warm clothes, and dress in layers (fleece jacket, rain jacket/pants, gloves, wool/fleece hat & sunglasses). Be sure to bring hiking boots or running shoes, a day pack, and your camera! 12

13 Rainforest and Alpine Hiking Alpine Hike to Alyeska Glacier Tour: 3-4 hours (transfer not required) from $139 per person (10 and up) The Alyeska Glacier is nestled in the Glacier Bowl of the Chugach Mountains. This trip includes a tram ride from sea level up to 2,300 ft. where you then hike a distance of 1 mile with an 800 ft. elevation gain. Your naturalist guide tailors the pace based on the groups overall fitness level by making interpretive, photo and rest stops along the way. At the glacier's edge, we gear up with harnesses, ropes and/ or crampons and teach about glacier travel. We explore the features of the Alyeska Glacier Bowl by experiencing glacier travel and glacial climate change first hand. Your guides provide natural history, ecology and glaciology discussions. A trail snack and water is provided. Departs: 9:00am, 2:00pm and 4:00pm Notes: a midnight sun alpine hike is available at 8:00pm mid-june-mid-july. Meets at the Hotel Alyeska. Rainforest Hike with Naturalist from $69 adult/ $59 child (7-11) Tour: 2-3 hours (transfer not required) Explore the historic Iditarod Trail with an experienced naturalist guide. Your guide will point out flora and fauna of North America's northern-most temperate rainforest. When blueberry season is in full swing the trail is looming with scrumptious delights sure to please anyone. Our teamed-paced hike travels about 5 miles round trip to the Winner Creek Gorge. You may even see a moose! Please wear sturdy footwear, appropriate hiking clothes including rain gear, and be sure to bring a camera. This trip starts and ends at the Hotel Alyeska. Departs: 10:00am and 3:00pm Notes: Meets at the Hotel Alyeska. Horseback Trail Ride Half-Day Adventure from 229 per person (7 and up) Tour: 4 hours (+ transfer 1.5 hours each way) Saddle up and hit the trail! This adventure begins in Cooper Landing and explores the Kenai Mountains by horseback. Lots of wilderness riding, spectacular views and great horses make this one of the finest horseback trips in Alaska. Often guests view sheep on the rock wall above as we ride along the base of Mt. Langille. This is a trip you will take home with you. Departs: 10:00am Notes: transportation is not available for this tour. For travelers wanting a great horseback adventure but no time for a day trip, we offer 1-2 hour trail rides throughout the day based on availability. Reservations for shorter rides cannot be booked more than 24 hours in advance. 13

14 Dog Sled Tours Glacier Dog Sledding from $519 adult/$489 child Tour: 2 hours (+ transfer 30 minutes each way) Concierge pick! This is the real deal dog sled adventure! Step aboard a helicopter for a spectacular flight through the Chugach Mountains to a remote glacier based camp. Experience the enthusiasm of the Alaskan Iditarod Huskies while you mush on an alpine snow field. Accompanied by your guide, an Iditarod musher, you will have the chance to drive the dog team yourself, or ride in the sled while taking in the grandeur of the North Country. Departs: Notes: 8:30am, 10:15am, 12:00pm, 1:45pm, 3:30pm and 5:15pm complimentary hotel pick up is available. Pinzgauer and Summer Dog Sled Tour from $148 adult/$98 per child (5-12) Tour: 3 hours Two tours in one...too much fun! This Alaskan experience starts with an 8 mile scenic mountain ride up the historical Iditarod trail in an open air 6x6 off road vehicle. Your guide will share the rich history of the area. Stunning views and 7000 mountain peaks surround you. Upon arriving at Girdwood Mushing Company s kennel you will meet Iditarod musher Nick Petit and his 4 legged athletes. Hear Nick s Iditarod stories, and then hop aboard a sled dog cart and let Nick and his Alaskan huskies take you on a ride. Experience the strength and energy the dogs have for pulling and running. After your thrilling dog cart ride, the Pinzgauers will take you to the Puppy Pavilion. Pose for photos with the puppies, Iditarod trophies, dog sleds & gear. Departs: 9:00am and 1:00pm Notes: Transportation is part of the fun on this tour. Please note that the dog sledding is not on snow. Meets at the Hotel Alyeska. 14

15 Seward Dog Sled Tour from $80 adult/$40 per child (2-12) Tour: 1.5 hours (+ transfer 2 hours each way) This tour gives guests a wonderful opportunity to learn about the Iditarod and actually ride behind a world champion dog sled team in the summer. Visit the Seavey s homestead in Seward, home to 3 generations of professional mushers. Our guides will take you on a truly Alaskan adventure. You will experience the excitement and power of an Iditarod dog team as you mush two miles through spectacular Alaskan scenery on our comfortable wheeled sleds. Then cuddle adorable Alaskan huskies puppies, dress as an Iditarod musher and enjoy incredible stories from the trail. Departs: 8:30am, 10:00am, 11:45am, 1:45pm, 3:30pm and 6:00pm Notes: Transportation is not available for this tour. Please note that this tour is not on snow. Ididaride Full Day Tour from $147 per adult/ $83/ per child Tour: 6.5 hours (+ transfer 2 hours each way) This tour is the best way to see Seward in one day. First, tour historic downtown Seward, one of the oldest communities in Alaska, where you will see firsthand the effects of the 1964 earthquake. Stand in awe of Mt. Marathon, home of the second oldest foot race in the United States. Then visit mile "0" to the Iditarod trail and learn why Seward was the "gateway" to Alaska. Next, travel to beautiful Exit Glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park, where a short walk on a nature trail takes you right to the face of a glacier. Then enjoy one of the many delicious entrees at the Resurrection Roadhouse, a beautiful restaurant nestled in the shadow of awe-inspiring mountains. Top off your day with a visit to the Seavey's Iditarod Racing Kennel, where you will enjoy VIP status on the 1.5 hr. Wilderness Sled Dog Ride. This tour is fully guided by life- long Alaskans. Departs: Notes: 11:15am departs from the Seward Train Depot. Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee via The Alaska Railroad. 15

16 Fishing General Fishing Information: Home to over half of Alaska s population, South-central Alaska is a playground of activities from world-class fishing to hiking and wildlife viewing. With mountains, rivers, and lakes, South-central Alaska offers the advantages of remote wilderness, but is linked via roads. World-class rainbow trout and salmon fill the rivers in South-central Alaska for all ages and skill levels of anglers all along the Kenai Peninsula. Deep sea fishing offers another exciting option for those seeking to land trophy size halibut, ling cod, rock fish, silver salmon and a chance to visit our world class fisheries. Are you an advanced angler who wants the true Alaskan Fishing adventure? We have fly-in fishing options to remote Alaska to take you where the fish are and the crowds aren t. Full Day Drift Boat Fishing from $ per person Tour: 8-10 hours (+ transfer 2.5 hours each way) The goal is to give you the Alaskan fishing experience you have dreamed about. Your guides practice ethical fishing to preserve the rivers for future generations and strive for your enjoyment of fishing these pristine waters of Alaska. Your guides provide clean and comfortable 20 ft. drift boats, fishing equipment and life jackets. Departs: fishing times vary Notes: Transportation is not available. Please purchase fishing license prior to tour and include King stamp if applicable. Half-day trips are also available. Please check with concierge for details. Kenai River Salmon and Trout from $180 per person Tour: 8 hours full day (+ transfer 1.5 hours each way) Tour: 4 hours half day (+ transfer 1.5 hours each way) Drift boat fishing on the Upper and Middle Kenai River will give you an opportunity to catch salmon and trophy sized rainbow trout. Departs: Notes: fishing times vary Transportation is not available Twenty-Mile River Fishing from $225 per person Tour: 3-4 hours half day (+ transfer 15 minutes each way) Tour: 6-8 hours full day (+ transfer 15 minutes each way) Twenty-Mile River is a short drive from Alyeska Resort. We offer full and half-day fishing trips for salmon and trout. Your guide will take you up river on a beautiful motorboat trip with a backdrop of glaciers, and a chance to see bald eagles and other wildlife. Once you reach your fishing destination, you will get out of the boat and fish from shore. Departs: fishing times vary Notes: Transportation can be arranged for an additional fee. Lower Kenai River King Salmon Fishing Tour: 5 hours (+ transfer 2.5 hours each way) from $179 per person 16

17 The Kenai River is world famous for its sport fishing. Guided motorboat trips on the Lower Kenai River allow for a chance to land a "Kenai King". Fish cleaning is included and packing and shipping are available for an additional fee. Departs: 12:00pm Notes: Transportation is not available for this tour. Halibut and Salmon Charters Tour: 8-10 hours (+ transfer 2 hours each way) from $291 per person This is a full day ocean trip targeting halibut or bottom fish and salmon. The fast, comfortable boats will take you far into the wilderness of Kenai Fjords, to some of the best fishing grounds in Alaska. You can expect your guide's full effort to put you in the very best fishing areas and the opportunity to view wildlife such as whales, porpoises, eagles, otters and sea lions. Departs: 6:30am Notes: transportation is not available for this tour. Fly-In Fishing Tour: 10 hours (+ transfer 45 minutes each way) from $603 per person Experience some of the world's best fishing in Alaska's backcountry only minutes away from the city by plane. Fish for king or silver salmon, trout or arctic grayling depending on the season. Check into a comfy wilderness lodge to get outfitted for the day's trip. You will meet your river guide who will take you by river boat to their favorite fishing sports. Everything you need for a successful day of fishing is provided as you go where the fish are and the crowds aren't. Departs: 7:30am Notes: transportation can be arranged for an additional fee. General Fishing Information: Alaska is world-famous as a fishing destination and for many their Alaska vacation would not be complete without trying their hand at "landing the big one". Fish runs are dependent on a number of variables outside your guides control, including weather, river levels, spawning seasons and commercial fishing pressure. In order to conserve the supply of fish for future generations, state regulations require you to stop fishing once you have reached the limit allowed by law. Please remember you are booking a chance to catch fish, not a guarantee. Your guides will make every effort to give you a positive experience. Alaska fishing license can be purchased in advance on line at 17

18 Zip Lining Stoney Creek Canopy Adventure from $154 per adult/ $123/ per child yrs. Tour: 3.5 hours (+ transfer 2 hours each way) Stoney Creek Canopy Adventures sail above and through a gorgeous stand of Northern Pacific Temperate Rain Forest high above a glacial valley floor just six miles north of Seward, Alaska, near the northern tip of Resurrection Bay. Trip includes 8 thrilling ziplines, 3 suspension bridges and 2 rappels. Departs: 10:00am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm and 3:00pm In the Area CROW CREEK MINE Built in 1898, the mess hall, blacksmith s shop, bunkhouse, barn, icehouse and meat cache, make up the original mining camp. The Toohey family has spent over 20 years living and working at Crow Creek Mine with no electricity, telephone or running water, to preserve a significant part of Girdwood s historic past. Grab your shovel and pan (provided by the Tooheys) and stand by for a quick demonstration and try your luck down at the creek. Open daily 9:00 am 6:00 pm Rate: $10.00 for sightseers, panners and miners 7 & under $20.00 for adult panners and miners $15.00 for seniors, active military, and GPA members ALASKA WILDLIFE CONSERVATION CENTER A wildlife center dedicated to the rehabilitation of orphaned and injured animals and providing wildlife awareness education to the public. Drive through in the comfort of your own vehicle or walk through to photograph and learn about the animals. Open daily: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm Rate: $15 per adult / $10.00 per child ages 7-17 *Tours with transportation provided please see concierge 18

19 PORTAGE GLACIER Begich-Boggs Visitor Center Film exhibit starts every hour, at twenty past the hour. Learn about glacier formation through visual exhibits. Only a 15-minute drive from the hotel. Open: 9:00 am 6:00 pm $5.00 admission includes movie and exhibits 1 hour Cruise to Portage Glacier Departs: 10:30, Noon, 1:30, 3:00, 4:30 Rate: $39.00 per adult /$19.00 per child 12 years & under 19