Private Alaska Custom Day Tour from Anchorage

Design your perfect Alaska adventure with a private guide, private van transportation, and a fully customizable itinerary. Our Private Alaska Custom Day Tour departs from Anchorage and explores scenic destinations north and south within a few hours of the city.

Our Private Alaska Custom Day Tour from Anchorage lets you design your perfect Alaska day, whether you want glaciers, wildlife, scenic drives, local culture, or off-the-beaten-path exploration — and we bring it all to life with a private guide, private van, and flexible itinerary.

Whether you already have a plan or want help creating something unforgettable, we provide the vehicle, the driver-guide, the logistics, and the local expertise to make it seamless.

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What Is a Private Alaska Custom Day Tour?

A Private Alaska Custom Day Tour means the day is built entirely around you.

This is not a fixed-route group tour. It is a fully private experience for your group only, typically 6 hours, with:

• Private van transportation
• Professional local Alaskan guide
• Flexible scheduling
• Scenic photo stops
• Snacks and bottled water
• Customized planning support

You choose the pace. You choose the priorities. We handle the details.

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Custom Day Trips from Anchorage

Wild Journeys operates from Anchorage, Alaska and offers private day tours throughout Southcentral Alaska. Most custom tours explore destinations within a two- to three-hour radius of the city.

Popular regions include:

• Turnagain Arm and Girdwood
• Portage Valley and glacier areas
• Seward Highway scenic corridor
• Hatcher Pass (north of Anchorage)
• Wildlife viewing areas along Cook Inlet
• Mountain lakes and backcountry trails
• Coastal rainforests and alpine passes

While most tours depart from Anchorage, we also offer flexible pickup in surrounding communities such as Girdwood, Palmer, Wasilla, and along the Seward Highway corridor when logistics allow. Simply let us know where you’re staying, and we’ll coordinate the best plan for your day.

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How the Planning Process Works

1. Pre-Trip Consultation
   Before you arrive, we discuss what you want to see and experience.

2. Custom Itinerary Development
   We recommend destinations, timing, and scenic stops based on your goals.

3. Guided Execution
   On your tour day, your private guide drives, navigates, and adjusts the plan as needed.

If you already have a detailed itinerary, we help you execute it smoothly. If you want something completely unique, we help you build it from scratch.

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Ideas for Your Private Alaska Custom Day Tour

Your custom day might include:

• Glacier viewing and light hiking
• Wildlife spotting (moose, eagles, bears when in season)
• Scenic coastal drives
• Waterfall and mountain photography
• Cultural and historical sites
• Fishing or light adventure add-ons
• Lunch stops in small Alaskan communities
• Off-the-beaten-path scenic pullouts

Some guests prefer a relaxed scenic drive with short walks. Others want a more active day exploring trails and remote viewpoints. Many guests choose classic routes like Turnagain Arm and Portage Valley for iconic scenery, or head north toward Hatcher Pass and Independence Mine for alpine landscapes and hiking. We tailor the experience to your comfort level.

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Who This Experience Is Ideal For

A Private Alaska Custom Day Tour is perfect for:

• Cruise guests spending extra time in Anchorage
• Families who want flexibility
• Small groups traveling together
• Photographers
• Travelers who prefer private experiences
• Visitors who want something beyond a standard bus tour

If you value flexibility, personalization, and local expertise, this experience is designed for you.

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What’s Included

Your Private Alaska Custom Day Tour includes:

• Private van transportation
• Professional local Alaskan guide/driver
• Flexible itinerary
• Scenic stops
• Planning assistance
• Snacks and bottled water

Additional activity costs (such as tram rides, boat cruises, or entrance fees) are separate and arranged based on your selections.

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Pricing

Up to 6 guests: $1,470.84 total, includes the booking fees
Additional guests: $184 per person (maximum 8 guests)

Extended hours and multi-day custom options available upon request.

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Explore Other Private Alaska Experiences

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• Anchorage to Seward cruise transfer
• Anchorage to Whittier cruise transportation