The Top 2 Train Tours in Anchorage

There’s something about a scenic train ride that’s just so appealing! From the excitement of stepping aboard and finding your seat to taking in the views as you chug along a gorgeous route, a train experience is always a great experience - or at least it is in Anchorage! Visitors have been enjoying Anchorage Railroad’s rail routes for decades and National Geographic Traveler even voted this one of the best train rides in North America! If you want to see what all the hype is about, try one of our Anchorage train tours - you won’t regret it! 

On the Bears, Trains & Icebergs Tour, you’ll enjoy a varied itinerary beginning with a breathtaking train ride along the Turnagain Arm - a stunning 45-mile waterway that’s backed by the craggy peaks of the Chugach Mountains. Next up is a guided tour of the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where you’ll get up close to rescued wildlife including moose, bears, bison, and more. Then comes a rafting adventure, with a paddle through the huge icebergs of Spencer Lake and amazing views of the bright blue ice of Spencer Glacier, before a relaxing float along the Placer River. 

For an unforgettable adventure on the water, consider the Glacier Blue Kayak & Grandview Train Tour. This 12-hour extravaganza will have you enjoying two trips on the Anchorage Railroad, both of which offer unbeatable views of southcentral Alaska’s mountain, lake, and forest landscapes. You’ll also experience kayaking on a glacier lake, weaving and dodging through icebergs as they float serenely by and glimpsing the towering ice of the Spencer Glacier. Get up close to the glacier face on a scenic hike, knowing you’re witnessing the best scenery the Anchorage region has to offer. 

Don’t forget to bring your camera on your Anchorage train tour, because the views are epic!