Alyeska, Alaska
This once-thriving mining town is now a favorite among hikers and nature watchers. Beginning at the
foot of Mt. Alyeska, Girdwood's hiking trails meander through forests and wildflower meadows.

Alyeska, Alaska Excursions	Price per Person (USD)
	Adult	Child
Prince William Sound Kayak Tour Approximate Duration: 4 Hours 50 Minutes	124.88	124.88

While on Your Cruisetour

Take a gondola ride 2,300 feet up Mt. Alyeska for a breathtaking view of Turnagain Arm (an extension of Cook Inlet) and seven different area glaciers. It's a trip you'll never forget.

Other Fun Things to Do

Explore the small shops in the nearby town of Girdwood. Go kayaking or hiking while taking in the picture-perfect scenery.

By air: Anchorage International Airport is served by many major airlines. East Coast skiers who want to make the trek to Alyeska would be well advised to find a travel agent who specializes in Alaska in order to find the best airfares and packages.

By car: Alyeska Resort is 45 miles south of downtown Anchorage. Get on Gambell Street south, which becomes the Seward Highway, Route 1, along Turnagain Arm, which has one of the highest tides in the world. The drive is quite scenic; try to alternate drivers so everyone can admire the view. Bring your camera and lots of film for the Dall sheep, moose and bald eagles often seen along the way. Turn left at the Girdwood/Alyeska highway turn-off, the resort is three miles up the road.