Alaska's Glaciers & Coast Family Multi-Adventure Tour
Alaska's Glaciers & Coast Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Casual Hotels
2025: Jun-Aug2026: Jun-Aug
Wonders of the Kenai Peninsula from Prince William Sound to Homer
Discover expansive wilderness areas and mesmerizing seascapes as you explore the Last Frontier, a rugged destination that’s home to moose, bald eagles, sea otters and bears!
Highlights
- Kayak around Yukon Island in Kachemak Bay and picnic mid-paddle on a remote beach
- Cruise on Prince William Sound, home to 150 tidal glaciers and extraordinary marine life
- Hike right up to the toe of Exit Glacier and marvel at its age and grandeur
- Get to know the local charms and characters of the Kenai Peninsula, often called “Alaska's playground”
- Keep your eyes peeled for sea lions and harbor seals from our waterfront hotel
Start/End Anchorage
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Alaska! Kick off the trip cycling along bike paths with imposing mountains as your backdrop • Enjoy stunning vistas of Turnagain Arm and the Chugach Mountains as we make our way to the little town of Girdwood • Hike along Winner Creek, surrounded by America’s northernmost rain forest • Raise a toast to the beginning of our Alaskan adventure.
Night 1
This stylish hotel with an aerial tram to the top of Mount Alyeska has earned accolades from Travel + Leisure. (pool, spa)
Days 2-3
Search for glaciers and marine mammals while cruising through Prince William Sound • Journey south to the Kenai Peninsula, a wonderland of rugged mountains, glaciers, fjords and lakes • In Kenai Fjords National Park, kids hike to the toe of Exit Glacier, meet some of the famed Iditarod race's canine participants and explore the Alaska SeaLife Center, home to sea lions, puffins and other marine wildlife • Adults embark on a once-in-a-lifetime trek with spectacular views of the vast Harding Icefield, where glacial ice extends as far as the eye can see • Look out for mountain goats, moose and marmots!
Nights 2-3
An Alaskan wilderness retreat with contemporary finishes nestled in the woods of the striking Resurrection River Valley.
Days 4-6
Travel to Homer and bike along a route with jaw-dropping views of Cook Inlet and the volcanoes of the Alaska Range • Harbor seals and sea lions make frequent appearances outside our waterfront hotel at the end of the Homer Spit, a narrow finger of land jutting into stunning Kachemak Bay • A water taxi takes us across the bay to circumnavigate Yukon Island by kayak • Watch for harbor seals, porpoises and sea otters • Explore a local homestead, complete with furry animals, herbs, art and views of Kachemak Bay.
Nights 4-5
Commune with eagles, otters and seals where land meets sea on Kachemak Bay.
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Alaska is a land of rustic and rugged beauty, and the accommodations on this trip are much simpler than is typical of Backroads lodging. Properties are built to withstand the harsh Alaska weather and have minimal seasonal renovations. Service standards at the hotels and restaurants on this trip can seem slow and casual when compared with the more refined hospitality found on other Backroads trips.
Alaska’s cuisine is characterized by an emphasis on simple, hearty dishes ideal for Alaska’s cool climate and adventurous lifestyle. Meals often reflect the state’s limited growing season and rely primarily on local ingredients like fresh seafood, unique offerings such as bison and game meats, and berry-driven summer desserts and jams. This means less variety as compared to most other regions, and please note that options for vegetarian, vegan and low-carb meals may be limited and substitutions may not be available.
Alaska’s variable winters make it a unique and special place to visit. For that reason, our itinerary may change based on the prior winter and road and trail status. The upper portion of the Harding Icefield Trail is often covered with snow through early July. Hiking even a short distance up the trail provides views of Exit Glacier and the valley.
Hotels
Adventure-Ready Hotels
Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Night 1
*Premiere Hotel
This stylish hotel with an aerial tram to the top of Mount Alyeska has earned accolades from Travel + Leisure. (pool, spa)
Nights 2-3
Casual Hotel
An Alaskan wilderness retreat with contemporary finishes nestled in the woods of the striking Resurrection River Valley.
Nights 4-5
Casual Hotel
Commune with eagles, otters and seals where land meets sea on Kachemak Bay.
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Included in your trip price
- Backroads is the only travel company to manufacture it's own line of kid's bikes.
- Features smaller wheels -- the perfect choice for kids.
- On our Family Trips, you'll find 20"" and 24"" bikes.
Included in your trip price
- For children up to 85 pounds
- Attaches to an adult bike with your child providing some of the pedal power for a real team effort!
- Ideal for kids who aren't yet ready for bike touring.
- Cannot be pulled by an e-bike.
Review Snapshot
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Reviewed by 12 customers
Trip of a lifetime
Alaska is such a majestic place! We had a great time, loved the activities and enjoyed getting to do so many different things. Leaders do a fantastic job accommodating each unique family and provided fantastic support throughout the trip.
Traveling with ten year old grandson, Justin, was a delight!
We were proud of our grandson on his ability to take long bike rides etc. at age ten! The guides were super both with him and us! His choice of this trip hinged on doing the dog sled with winners of the Idinterod!!
The most amazing trip!
The Alaska multi-adventure is perfect for all skill levels. There are so many options to choose from! The hikes are so beautiful along with the nature filled bike rides. I fully recommend the long hike up to the top of exit glacier you will see the ongoing icefield that stretches as far as the eye can see and take in all the amazing views along the way. More than anything the wildlife is particularly amazing. You can get close up shots of moose and bears and if you're lucky you might even spot some cubs. On top of all of that the resorts are so nice and very accommodating, they really make you feel at home. The food is also amazing, make sure to try their outstanding seafood particularly the crab legs (but don't order too much because you will soon learn that the serving sizes are ginormous.) I hope you choose this trip because it will really give you the full experience for everyone.
Once Again, Exceeding Our Expectations
Our multi-sport experience in the Kenai Peninsula, Alaska provided us with a life-time of memories. We experienced the sheer beauty and vastness of Alaska through several different perspectives (biking, hiking, kayaking, rafting) while enjoying great food and camaraderie.
This is a must-do trip
We (myself-mom, kids 13 and 15) enjoyed every minute of this trip. The other families, the leaders, the wildlife and activities and spectacular scenery....
23 of us did this trip
Last August this was the trip of a lifetime for our family ranging in age from 75 to under 1. We had 4 Great Backroads Guides who went above and beyond to make our experiences truly memorable. When we went kyacking we saw a pod of orcas passing us in the opposite direction. When we hiked the Harding Pass a bush pilot flew so close over our heads that he waved to us. As we biked on one trail the Guide stopped us and pointed into the woods at a moose that was 20 feet away. And those are only a small number of experiences which occupy our conversations when we get back together. Kudos to Backroads and to the breathtaking beauty to our 49th state.
A Multigenerational Dream Come True!
This was an amazing trip for our whole crew. Everyone from age 7-80 had a fabulous time! The guides were all phenomenal and they made our trip so special! The food was way better than expected, and made even rugged activities elegant. The hotels were always clean and comfy. The activities were well designed for whatever level of activity each individual desired.
Awesome Alaskan adventure
The trip leaders were fantastic, very enthusiastic, fun to be around, knowledgeable and accommodating. Our daughter enjoyed the kids activity day while we had a challenging hike. This trip was a great way to see Alaska.
Great Family Adventure!
Verified Buyer
This trip was an A+ family adventure! We all had so much fun. My three boys (13, 10 and 8) loved spending time with the leaders and the other kids on the trip. My husband and I loved spending time with our boys without worrying about logistics or our next meal - we were in such good hands with our trip leaders.
Fantastic, unforgetable trip.
Verified Buyer
This trip put the ACTIVE in Active travel - - great hikes, great bike rides, rafting, kayaking and fishing. Beautiful vistas at every turn. And the food is delicious, especially the fish/seafood.
Dates & Prices
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