Anchorage to Seward

[Medic411]

We (4) have 2 full days in Anchorage (Arrive Sunday, embark in Whittier Wed eve). I am thinking 1 full day in Anchorage proper with another 1/2 day on the day of sailing. 2nd day with rental car drive to Seward and back, taking in sights and Nat'k Park. Is this doable? Hints and helps? Thanks.

[winegirl]

Are you talking about driving to and from Seward in one day and sightseeing? The drive without stopping is probably about 4-6 hours round trip, if you don't get hung up anywhere with detours or road construction or other unexpected delays. I can't see that all in one day. We took a cruise tour of Kenai Fjords from Seward and it took the entire day.

[Budget Queen]

Seward isn't a day trip. So I suggest you might want to consider a ONE way Anchorage Whittier rental car- Avis or Harley's http://www.harleysrentalaska.com/

 

Forget about being shocked about the price- it makes the best use of your time. Head to Seward, get a Kenai fjords boat tour with at least 6 hours on the water. overnight, sightsee Exit Glacier, Seavey's sled dogs, Sealife Center etc in am. Head directly to Whittier, then on to your ship. Look at the the 5-6pm tunnel opening.

 

Make the most of your short time, this suggest is the best in that aspect.

[Medic411]

Belated thanks for the info both of you. We had family emergencies and I never returned to this post. We will drop Seward and instead stay more local. Thanks again.