Top things to do in Alaska in Summer (Updated November 2026)

Alaska, USA
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Small-Group Excursion

The Matanuska Glacier is the largest and most magnificent glacier in Alaska with road access. We will drive you to within about 1/2 mile of …More

The Matanuska Glacier is the largest and most magnificent glacier in Alaska with road access. We will drive you to within about 1/2 mile of...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$319
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour

Experience the natural wonder of Alaska's Matanuska Glacier with our full-day guided tour. Beginning with a convenient pickup from downtown Anchorage, you'll embark on a …More

Experience the natural wonder of Alaska's Matanuska Glacier with our full-day guided tour. Beginning with a convenient pickup from downtown Anchorage, you'll embark on a...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$369
Sitka Sightseeing Tour including Fortress of the Bear and Totem Poles

Explore the wildlife highlights of Sitka on a 2-hour tour with knowledgeable local guides who share their expertise on this remarkable and beautiful area. Walk …More

Explore the wildlife highlights of Sitka on a 2-hour tour with knowledgeable local guides who share their expertise on this remarkable and beautiful area. Walk...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$100
Chugach State Park Nature Walk

This is the perfect tour if you are looking to go on an easy hike and learn about flora & fauna. You will experience the …More

This is the perfect tour if you are looking to go on an easy hike and learn about flora & fauna. You will experience the...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$139
Winter Snowshoeing Adventure

If you’ve always wanted to try snowshoeing but didn't know where to begin, look no further, you've found the right spot. If you are unfamiliar, …More

If you’ve always wanted to try snowshoeing but didn't know where to begin, look no further, you've found the right spot. If you are unfamiliar,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$139
Private Tour for Chasing Northern Lights (Aurora) with PHOTO

Chasing & Viewing the Aurora Borealis & Northern Lights around Fairbanks area. We will pick you up at 10:30pm at your hotel in Fairbanks downtown …More

Chasing & Viewing the Aurora Borealis & Northern Lights around Fairbanks area. We will pick you up at 10:30pm at your hotel in Fairbanks downtown...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$499
Glacier Point Wilderness Safari

On this breathtaking Safari you'll take a 60 minute boat ride out to the Davidson Glacier filled with the potential for wildlife including whales, bald …More

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On this breathtaking Safari you'll take a 60 minute boat ride out to the Davidson Glacier filled with the potential for wildlife including whales, bald...

6 hours
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$367
Ketchikan Magical Old-Growth Creek Trek Guided Tour

Come join us on a lovely 3.6-mile roundtrip hike through an Alaska State Park into the Tongass National Forest. Enjoy a small group of up …More

Come join us on a lovely 3.6-mile roundtrip hike through an Alaska State Park into the Tongass National Forest. Enjoy a small group of up...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$258
Wonderful Whales and Wildlife Tour

Your experience is very unique because it is on a specifically designed whale watching boat. There will be only up to 13 guests aboard so …More

Your experience is very unique because it is on a specifically designed whale watching boat. There will be only up to 13 guests aboard so...

3 hours
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$320
Hatcher Pass Views, Reindeer & Iditarod Dogs, Anchorage Pick Up

If you’ve ever dreamed of seeing real Alaska—not just postcards—this is your invitation. Leave the city behind for a day of wild beauty, a slower …More

If you’ve ever dreamed of seeing real Alaska—not just postcards—this is your invitation. Leave the city behind for a day of wild beauty, a slower...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$187
Matanuska Glacier Hiking Adventure from Anchorage

The Matanuska Glacier is a premiere attraction in Alaska (and our absolute favorite!) Up to 10 guests will enjoy a scenic drive along the beautiful …More

The Matanuska Glacier is a premiere attraction in Alaska (and our absolute favorite!) Up to 10 guests will enjoy a scenic drive along the beautiful...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$375
Bikes, Glacier Views, and Microbrews in Juneau

Bikes, Glacier Views, and Microbrews begins with a 20 minute van ride out of historic downtown Juneau out to the Mendenhall Valley, where you'll be …More

Bikes, Glacier Views, and Microbrews begins with a 20 minute van ride out of historic downtown Juneau out to the Mendenhall Valley, where you'll be...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$188
Castner Glacier Ice Cave Adventure from Fairbanks

Journey deep into the Alaska Range on an unforgettable Castner Glacier adventure from Fairbanks. Travel the scenic Richardson Highway with stops at the iconic Trans-Alaska …More

Journey deep into the Alaska Range on an unforgettable Castner Glacier adventure from Fairbanks. Travel the scenic Richardson Highway with stops at the iconic Trans-Alaska...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
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$248
Spectacular Chena Hot Springs Northern Lights Experience

What makes us special is our dedicated, professional guide, who will accompany you throughout your entire journey. Relax while we handle the driving, and rest …More

What makes us special is our dedicated, professional guide, who will accompany you throughout your entire journey. Relax while we handle the driving, and rest...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$245
Private Northern Lights Photography Tour in Fairbanks, Alaska

• Small group size for a personalized experience (max 3 guests) • Learn about the science of the aurora and tools used to track it …More

• Small group size for a personalized experience (max 3 guests) • Learn about the science of the aurora and tools used to track it...

5 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$445
Private 3 Hour Photo Tour in Ketchikan Alaska

Explore the stunning landscape and rich culture of Ketchikan on a personalized 3-hour private photo tour. This unique experience offers an opportunity to capture the …More

Explore the stunning landscape and rich culture of Ketchikan on a personalized 3-hour private photo tour. This unique experience offers an opportunity to capture the...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$750
Chilkoot Trail Hike, Float, and Summit Drive

Explore the first two miles of the Chilkoot Trail with your naturalist river guide who will then row you down the scenic Taiya river in …More

Explore the first two miles of the Chilkoot Trail with your naturalist river guide who will then row you down the scenic Taiya river in...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$256
Northern Lights and Arctic Circle Trip from Fairbanks

On this full-day trip from Fairbanks, you'll acquire plenty of bragging rights for friends back home as you cross the Arctic Circle and (hopefully) see …More

On this full-day trip from Fairbanks, you'll acquire plenty of bragging rights for friends back home as you cross the Arctic Circle and (hopefully) see...

14 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$330
Yukon Suspension Bridge and Summit Tour

This tour provides a wonderful opportunity to view the stunning scenery of the White Pass and the surrounding area with a local, high quality guide. …More

This tour provides a wonderful opportunity to view the stunning scenery of the White Pass and the surrounding area with a local, high quality guide....

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$142
Sunset Photo Safari

Capture the magic of the Midnight Sun in summer! Photograph stunning Alaska landscapes with technical and creative support provided by local, professional photographer guides who …More

Capture the magic of the Midnight Sun in summer! Photograph stunning Alaska landscapes with technical and creative support provided by local, professional photographer guides who...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$195
Alpine Classic Trek

Experience the thrill of ascending to heights offering 360-degree views of the nearby Cook Inlet and interior Chugach mountains. Gaze at deep, glaciated, u-shaped valleys, …More

Experience the thrill of ascending to heights offering 360-degree views of the nearby Cook Inlet and interior Chugach mountains. Gaze at deep, glaciated, u-shaped valleys,...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$189
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