Spend the day in Seward, but spend the night in the cute nearby town of Moose.
“When we initially considered traveling to road trip Alaska, we never thought we would find cheap flights to Alaska!”
If you aren’t looking to visit Alaska on a budget or are looking to splurge, Alaska Air offers a wonderfully spacious first-class option. You are going to want to fly into Anchorage because flights to Anchorage are affordable and the city is centrally located. It is the perfect base to explore and start a road trip!
You will start and end your Alaska road trip in the city of Anchorage. There are plenty of things to do in Anchorage and the town is full of all the comforts.
If you are looking for some of the best things to do in Anchorage, consider going to the Anchorage Museum which has something for the whole family! Fascinating art and cultural exhibits, a planetarium, and an entire kids section make it a great day trip for all ages!
After spending time in Anchorage, the next stop on your Alaska road trip itinerary is to head north to Denali. The drive is a bit long, so make sure to budget at least four hours of driving for this part of your Alaska trip itinerary. Both times we drove from Anchorage to Denali, it was raining, so we had to drive slow.
Seward Is A Must-See On Any Alaska
Seward should top every Alaska itinerary! You can head there from Denali, but that is an 8-hour drive, or you can spend another night or two in Anchorage or the nearby towns of Wasilla or Palmer to cut down on the drive.
When people set out on an Alaska road trip, they want to see glaciers! There is no better Alaska Tour to see glaciers up close and personal than taking a boat ride in Seward! While there are many companies, Gold Marine Tours is hands down the best company for Alaska tours of glaciers in Seward.
- Full-Day Tours:Experience abundant wildlife and towering tidewater glaciers.
- Half-Day Tours: Cruise the protected waters of Resurrection Bay in search of wildlife.
- Specials & Packages: Save time and money with special cruises and packages.
- Transportation: Allcruises depart from Seward, Alaska.
Most cruises feature onboard National Park Ranger narration and famous Alaska salmon and prime rib buffet, freshly prepared and served while you cruise.
Helicopter tour
We had never flown in a helicopter before and while we know it would offer us stunning views and a once-in-a-lifetime experience, we were a little afraid!
If you are looking to see glaciers from above instead of at sea, add a helicopter tour to your Alaska itinerary! Flying over mountains, the ocean, and glaciers is one of the top things to do in Alaska. If you are looking to do a helicopter tour of Alaska and the surrounding glaciers, make sure to book with helicopter company.
If you have never flown in a helicopter before but hope to add it to your Alaska travel itinerary. If you are looking for what to do in Alaska that you will never forget, a helicopter tour will be perfect for you!
Since you are on an Alaska road trip, you are going to want to see all that Alaska has to offer! Spend the day in Seward, but spend the night in the cute nearby town of Moose.
We were thrilled when we walked up to our clean and modern boat! This is one of those Alaska tours where you are going to want to bring a good camera with you! Enjoy your staing in Alaska every moment!
Homer Is A Unique Addition To Your Trip
Homer is an essential stop on any Alaska itinerary and is easy to drive to which makes it the perfect place to visit when taking an Alaska road trip. Homer is about a 2-2.5 hour drive from Seward, making it an easy place to drive to. One of the top things to do in Homer is to go fishing for Halibut.
“Since we don’t fish, we spent our time walking the beach, taking in the stunning mountain and glacier vistas, visiting the famous Salty Dog Saloon.”
Homer is one of the best places to see in Alaska because of its proximity to the mountains and ocean. Don’t forget to check out Homer’s crazy tides and beautiful sunsets.
