The Alaska Bucket List

Alaska itself is a Bucket List trip for many people. But once you get here, what are the best ways to explore and experience the state? We’ve put together a short list of activities that scream “Alaska!” These are the things people come here to see; towering mountains, glaciers and incredible whales, enormous bears and majestic eagles. Alaska will never disappoint!

For a complete listing of things to do in Alaska, click here!

Cruise Alaska’s Fjords and Inlets to see Glaciers and Wildlife

When visitors picture Alaska, towering glaciers and incredible wildlife are usually the first two images that come to mind. Cruising the Fjords and protected waterways of Alaska is a great way to see both! These day cruise operators are the best in Alaska.

Valdez

Juneau

Seward

Portage Recreation Area

Haines

Talkeetna

Take a flightseeing tour over the mountains

Nothing else can show you the size and scale of Alaska like taking a flightseeing tour over the glaciers, and mountains. There are even tour providers that will land on a glacier and allow you to get out and explore the state from an unbelievable vantage point. Here are our recommended flightseeing tour operators.

Denali National Park

Talkeetna

Ketchikan

Burwash Landing

Ride the Train through the Alaskan wilderness

Taking a train through the deep wilderness of Alaska has to be the most relaxing and comfortable ways to see and take in the rugged wilderness. The White Pass and Yukon Railway is a wonderful day tour, and the Alaska Railroad offers everything from day trips to all-inclusive multi day itineraries.

Denali National Park

Kenai Peninsula

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