Phillips Cruises and Tours, LLC

Published Rates for 2024 Season

Thank you for choosing Phillips Cruises & Tours to see Alaska’s glaciers and wildlife up close in Prince William Sound. We value the trust you have placed in us to deliver a safe, clean, and spacious day cruise on our large first-class, high-speed catamarans. For over 65 years, our Standards of Excellence have continued to lead the Alaska day cruise industry with our laser focus on every part of your journey. We are excited to see you! Our experienced team is ready to share the spectacular beauty of Prince William Sound with you!

No-Seasickness

26 Glacier Cruise: May 4 – September 30, 2024

5.75 Hour Cruise
12:30 PM – 6:20 PM, check-in 1 hour prior
Complimentary hot meal
Full-service bar and snacks available for purchase

Self Drive: Depart Anchorage by 9:00 AM or depart Girdwood by 9:45 AM
To reach Whittier, all guests will travel through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel. The tunnel operates on a strict schedule providing one-way traffic for rail and vehicles. For the 26 Glacier Cruise, we recommend the 10:30 AM tunnel so you arrive in time to check in for your cruise. The tunnel is open on the hour until 11:00 PM when departing Whittier. Tunnel and parking fees are not included.

26 Glacier Cruise
2024 Season
Adult Fare (ages 12+)Child Fare (ages 2-11)
Infants (ages 0-23 months) cruise for free and must be on manifest.
2024 Dates & Itinerary

 
Self-Drive
26Glacier Cruise
$213.95
26 Glacier Cruise
$189.00 Adult cruise
$24.95 tax/fees
$149.95
26 Glacier Cruise
$125.00 Child cruise
$24.95 tax/fees
May 4 - September 30, 2024
Suggested Self-Drive Itinerary
9:00 AM Depart Anchorage
9:45 AM Depart Girdwood
10:30 AM Tunnel Entrance TO Whittier opens on the half-hour for 15 minutes
10:50 AM Arrive and Check-in with Photo I.D.
12:30 PM - 6:20 PM 26 Glacier Cruise
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM Tunnel opens on the hour
Tunnel toll and parking not included.

 
Coach with
26 Glacier Cruise
$302.95
26 Glacier Cruise
$189.00 Adult cruise
$89.00 Adult coach
$24.95 tax/fees
$208.95
26 Glacier Cruise
$125.00 Child cruise
$59.00 Child coach
$24.95 tax/fees
May 4 - September 30, 2024
9:00 AM Check-in curbside with Photo I.D.
9:15 AM Depart Hotel Captain Cook, Anchorage
10:30 AM Depart Alyeska Resort, Girdwood
11:50 AM Arrive Cliffside Marina, Whittier
6:45 PM Depart Cliffside Marina, Whittier.
7:45 PM Arrive Alyeska Resort, Girdwood
8:30 PM Arrive Hotel Captain Cook, Anchorage
9:00 PM Anchorage Airport (approximately)
Roundtrip or one-way coach transfers.

 
Rail with
26 Glacier Cruise
$342.95
26 Glacier Cruise
$189.00 Adult cruise
$129.00 Adult rail
$24.95 tax/fees
$214.95
26 Glacier Cruise
$125.00 Child cruise
$65.00 Child rail
$24.95 tax/fees
May 11, 15, 18 & 19 then daily from
May 25 - September 15, 2024

8:45 AM Check-in at depot with Photo I.D.
9:45 AM Depart Anchorage
11:00 AM Depart Girdwood
12:05 PM Arrive Whittier Rail Stop
6:45 PM Depart Whittier
9:15 PM Arrive Anchorage Rail Depot
Roundtrip or one-way rail transfers.

PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND

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26 GLACIER CRUISE

May 4 – September 30, 2024
12:30 PM – 6:20 PM

$189 + tax/fees | Adult
$125 + tax/fees | Child (2-11)

Cruising from Whittier, Alaska
Arrive on 10:30 AM Tunnel

Voted “Best Tour Experience”

Glacier Quest Cruise: May 18 – September 15, 2024

3.75 Hour Cruise
1:00 PM – 4:45 PM, check-in 1 hour prior
Complimentary hot meal
Full-service bar and snacks available for purchase

Self Drive: Depart Anchorage by 10:00 AM or depart Girdwood by 10:45 AM
To reach Whittier, all guests will travel through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel. The tunnel operates on a strict schedule providing one-way traffic for rail and vehicles. For the Glacier Quest Cruise, we recommend the 11:30 AM tunnel to Whittier. The tunnel is open on the hour until 11:00 PM when departing Whittier. Tunnel and parking fees not included.

Glacier Quest Cruise
2024 Season
Adult Fare (ages 12+)Child Fare (ages 2-11)
Infants (ages 0-23 months) cruise for free and must be on manifest.
2024 Dates & Itinerary

 
Self-Drive
Glacier Quest Cruise
$173.95
Glacier Quest Cruise
$149.00 Adult Cruise
$24.95 tax/fees
$113.95
Glacier Quest Cruise
$89.00 Child Cruise
$24.95 tax/fees
May 18 - September 15, 2024
Suggested Self-Drive Itinerary
10:00 AM Depart Anchorage
10:45 AM Depart Girdwood
11:30 AM Tunnel Entrance TO Whittier opens on the half-hour for 15 minutes
11:50 AM Arrive and Check-in with Photo I.D.
1:00 PM - 4:45 PM Glacier Quest Cruise
5:00 PM - 11:00 PM Tunnel opens on the hour
Tunnel toll and parking not included.

 
Coach with
Glacier Quest Cruise
$262.95
Glacier Quest Cruise
$149.00 Adult Cruise
$89.00 Adult Coach
$24.95 tax/fees
$172.95
Glacier Quest Cruise
$89.00 Child Cruise
$59.00 Child Coach
$24.95 tax/fees
May 18 - September 15, 2024
9:00 AM Check-in curbside with Photo I.D.
9:15 AM Hotel Captain Cook, Anchorage
10:30 AM Alyeska Resort, Girdwood
11:50 AM Arrive Cliffside Marina, Whittier
6:45 PM Depart Cliffside Marina, Whittier.
7:45 PM Alyeska Resort, Girdwood
8:30 PM Hotel Captain Cook, Anchorage
9:00 PM Anchorage Airport (approximately)
Roundtrip or one-way coach transfers.

 
Rail with
Glacier Quest Cruise
$302.95
Glacier Quest Cruise
$149.00 Adult Cruise
$129.00 Adult Rail
$24.95 tax/fees
$178.95
Glacier Quest Cruise
$89.00 Child Cruise
$65.00 Child Rail
$24.95 tax/fees
May 18 & 19, then daily from
May 25 - September 15, 2024

8:45 AM Check-in at depot with Photo I.D.
9:45 AM Depart Anchorage
11:00 AM Girdwood
12:05 PM Arrive Whittier Rail Stop
6:45 PM Depart Whittier Rail Stop
9:15 PM Arrive Anchorage
Roundtrip or one-way rail transfers.

PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND

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GLACIER QUEST CRUISE

May 18 – Sept 15, 2024
1:00 PM – 4:45 PM

$149 + tax/fees | Adult
$89 + tax/fees | Child

Cruising from Whittier, Alaska
11:30 AM Tunnel Recommended

Perfect for Families

Active Duty Military

We are proud to welcome members of the military on our cruises with our Active Duty Military Fare in appreciation for their service. The Active Duty Military Fare applies to active duty personnel, their spouse, and their dependents age 12 – 18. Fares for children (age 2-11) and infants (less than 24 months) are already reduced and will not be eligible for any further discount.

To book our Active Duty Military Fare please have your date of travel, guest names, and meal choices available when you call to make the reservations. We are not able to accept online bookings for this fare at the present time. Please bring your Military I.D. to Whittier and present it at check-in to receive your boarding pass.

Active duty military personnel can receive the Active Duty Military Fare by calling us toll-free at 1-800-544-0529.

AAA Discount Rewards

We are pleased to participate in the AAA Discount Rewards program. The AAA Discount Rewards Fare applies to the cardholder, their spouse, and their dependents age 12 – 18. Fares for children (age 2-11) and infants (less than 24 months) are already reduced and will not be eligible for any further discount.

We will need your AAA member number at the time of reservation to apply the AAA Discount Rewards Fare before your payment has been applied. We are not able to apply the AAA Discount Rewards Fare to online reservations, nor are we able to honor the AAA Discount Rewards Fare on prior bookings once payment has been received. Please show your reservation confirmation and your AAA Discount Rewards card in Whittier to receive your boarding passes.

AAA Discount Rewards members can book their cruises by calling us toll-free at 1-800-544-0529.

Alaska Residents & Klondike Club Rewards

The Klondike Club is our way of saying “Thank You!” to Alaska Residents with our loyalty rewards program.

  • Alaska residents can sign up for a FREE Klondike Club account
  • Share your discount with friends and family
  • Earn points towards a free cruise on a future date of travel
  • Reservations are required at least 72 hours before cruise departure to receive the Klondike Club Rewards Fare.

To book now, call our Anchorage office at 907-276-8023.

Phillips Cruises & Tours, LLC ~ 2024 Rates
2024 Bookings Available Soon!

Travel Reminders

See you in Whittier soon!

Welcome to Whittier

Our Cruises depart from the Cliffside Marina, 100 West Camp Road, Whittier, Alaska 99693.

Explore Whittier Our small seaside community is home to only 200 residents. We encourage our self-drive guests to visit the local coffee shops, browse for gift items or make plans to dine in Whittier after the cruise at one of the restaurants along the harbor. Looking for history? Use the underground pedestrian tunnel to visit the Prince William Sound Museum located on the other side of the railroad tracks. You will find the town is very walkable and most of the main attractions are within half a mile from our dock.

Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel To access Whittier, all self-drive, coach and rail passengers will travel through  North America’s longest shared rail and vehicle tunnel. The tunnel was originally built to create a supply line from the Port of Whittier to Interior Alaska. Learn more about the tunnel or take a virtual drive along the Portage Glacier Road that covers the last 12 miles before you reach the tunnel.  Take a virtual drive to Whittier along Portage Glacier Road.

Our Cruises Include

Industry Exclusive No Seasickness Guarantee We cruise in areas naturally protected from the strong currents found in the Gulf of Alaska by a series of barrier islands on the western side of Prince William Sound through narrow passages and glacier-lined fjords. The seas are generally calm in these fjords and our vessels are large catamarans, providing extra stability for a smooth and comfortable cruise. In the unlikely event you experience seasickness during the cruise, please seek assistance from a crew member. 

Hot Meal Included A hot meal will be served shortly after the cruise departs. Complimentary hot coffee, tea and ice water are available as self-serve stations during the cruise. Each vessel has a full-service bar featuring Alaskan craft beers, wine, and cocktails along with a variety of snacks and gift shop items.

Professional Narration Our captain and a ranger from the Chugach National Forest Service will provide narration during the cruise. Rangers are on board from Memorial Day through the end of our season. When the ranger is not present, the captain will provide professional narration.

Helpful Information

Getting to Whittier by Car  Please review your travel documents for the tunnel schedule relevant to your cruise. We recommend allowing 1.5 hours to travel from Anchorage to Whittier. To access Whittier, all guests will travel through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel, which operates on a strict schedule to allow one-way vehicle and rail traffic to transit the tunnel. In Whittier, present your photo I.D. to receive your boarding pass for the cruise.

Getting to Whittier by Coach or Rail  Please review your travel documents for the departure times of locations of your scheduled transportation. Present your photo I.D. at coach or rail departure locations to board transportation and immediately upon arrival in Whittier to receive your boarding pass.

Check-In & Boarding Cruise and rail services request check-in at least one hour before the scheduled departure time. For coach service transportation, arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time at the designated location. In Whittier, all cruise guests must be checked in with a valid boarding card and on board the cruise at designated times. Being late may cause the cancellation of reserved seats and/or an entire reservation.

Fares & Payment Adult fares apply to ages 12 and up at the time of Travel. Child fares apply to ages 2 – 11 at the time of Travel. Infants under 24 months on the trip must be confirmed on the passenger manifest to travel free. Passengers 18 years of age or older must present a government-issued photo I.D. at check-in. Guests aged 2 to 14 must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older.

Payment & Fares All funds are in U.S. dollars. Full payment is due at the time of booking. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express credit cards. Rates, dates, taxes, and fees are subject to change without notice. At the time of travel, adult fares apply to ages 12 and up, child fares apply to ages 2 – 11, and Infants under 24 months must be confirmed on the passenger manifest. Passengers aged 2 to 14 must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. Passengers 18 years of age or older must present a government-issued photo I.D. at check-in.

Lost & Found Any items left behind will be sent to our Anchorage office and held for 30 days. If you may have lost an item on our cruises, contact reservations@26glaciers.com or 907-276-8023.

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2024 Terms and Conditions

Effective October 2, 2024

Cancellation Terms (Effective 10/2/2023)

Individual Terms for the 26 Glacier Cruise or Glacier Quest Cruise
Individual Reservations have 14 or fewer adult fares per confirmation number.
1. 15 days or more before cruise departure: subject to a $25 fee per reservation
2. 14 days to 73 hours before cruise departure:  25% of the fare is non-refundable.
3. 72 hours or less before cruise departure:  100% of the fare is non-refundable.
4. Name changes are permitted until 8:00 AM on the Date of Travel.

Coach Service for Anchorage / Alyeska Resort, Girdwood / Whittier
The following terms apply to Coach Service to Whittier.
1. 4 days or more before coach departure:  reservations are fully refundable.
2. 72 hours or less before coach departure:  100% of the fare is non-refundable.
3. Name changes are permitted until 8:00 AM on the Date of Travel.

Rail Service for Anchorage / Alyeska Resort, Girdwood / Whittier
The following terms apply to Rail Service to Whittier.
1. 8 days or more before rail departure: reservations are fully refundable.
2. 7 days or less before rail departure time:  100% of the rail fare is non-refundable.
3. Name changes are permitted until 72 hours before Travel.

Group Terms for the  26 Glacier Cruise or Glacier Quest Cruise
Group Reservations have 15 or more adult fares per confirmation number.
1. 15 days or more before cruise departure: subject to a $25 fee per reservation
2. 14 days to 73 hours before cruise departure:  50% of the fare is non-refundable.
3. 72 hours or less before cruise departure:  100% of the fare is non-refundable.
4. Name changes are permitted until 8:00 AM on the Date of Travel.

Alaska Products 
The following terms apply to additional tour products we sell but do not operate.
1. Changes must occur at least 14 days before Travel and are subject to space available.
2. 15 days or more before Travel: subject to a $25 fee per reservation
3. 14 to 8 days before Travel:  50% of the fare is non-refundable.
4. 7 days or less before Travel:  100% of the fare is non-refundable.
5. Name changes for Alaska Products are permitted up to 3 days before the Date of Service.
6. Phillips Cruises and Tours, LLC reserves the right to charge a $25 change fee per fare.

Date Changes:  Changes to cruise or coach service must occur at least 72 hours before departure. Changes are subject to space availability. A $25.00 change fee will be applied per reservation each time the Date of Travel changes. Changes to rail service must occur at least 7 days before departure time or be subject to a penalty of 10% of the rail fare if space is available.

Homeland Security Guests must present a photo I.D. at check-in. Weapons of any kind are prohibited onboard. Coolers, luggage, and large hand-carry bags are not permitted. All carry-on bags are subject to search. Any alcohol served or consumed onboard must be provided by Phillips Cruises and Tours, LLC. Smoking is prohibited on any vessel owned or operated by Phillips Cruises and Tours, LLC, including all forms of tobacco, cigarettes, cigars, e-cigarettes, vapors, and marijuana.

Cruise Deviation Policy Phillips Cruises and Tours, LLC reserves the right to deviate from the planned cruise route if we find it necessary due to weather or any other extraordinary circumstances. Any variation in the cruise route will be in the best interest of the passengers to maximize their safety, comfort, and enjoyment. If such a deviation is necessary, it will not be a reason for a refund. Phillips Cruises and Tours, LLC reserves the right to cancel a scheduled cruise due to mechanical issues, weather problems or a Force Majeure event. A “Force Majeure” event shall mean Acts of God, events of nature, epidemics, civil or military authority, travel advisories of the Department of State of the United States of America or a similar department of another government, war, warlike activity, acts of terrorism and domestic or international violence of any nature either indirectly or directly affecting Phillips Cruises and Tours, LLC. If Phillips Cruises and Tours, LLC deems it necessary to cancel a cruise, we will do everything possible to reschedule the passengers. When rescheduling is not possible, Phillips Cruises and Tours, LLC will refund monies received for the cruise services owned and operated by Phillips Cruises and Tours, LLC. Refunds for rental car fees, parking fees, tunnel fares, or other travel-related expenses are not the responsibility of Phillips Cruises and Tours, LLC.

Phillips Cruises and Tours, LLC terms and conditions apply to Travel from May 4 to September 20, 2024. Terms and Conditions are subject to change.