Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula Hiking Tour
Go on a guided hiking adventure in the rugged Alaskan wilderness
Guided
Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula Hiking Tour Overview
Explore the unspoiled wilderness of Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula on this 6-day guided hiking tour. During your daily hikes, you’ll discover the rugged beauty of the mountains and glaciers that comprise the vast landscapes of Alaska.
Your expert guides lead you along carefully selected paths, including the famed Iditarod Trail. You’ll visit crystal-clear lakes, rushing waterfalls, and the magnificent Harding Icefields. This tour also includes a scenic boat tour of the Kenai Fjords, which is sure to be an unforgettable experience! Each night, you can relax in a luxurious hotel to get some R&R. You’ll find a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation on the Hiking Tour of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula.
Trip highlights
Hike through the rugged Alaskan wilderness with spectacular mountain and coastal views.
Follow in the footsteps of the historic sled dog race as you hike on the Iditarod Trail.
Look for Alaskan wildlife, including bald eagles, bears, moose, and if you’re lucky, a whale or two!
Visit the awe-inspiring Harding Icefield that feeds the glaciers of the Kenai Fjords.
Day By Day Itinerary
The tour’s shuttle van will meet you in Anchorage and bring you to Girdwood, which will be home for your first two nights. In the afternoon, you’ll hike the Winner Creek Trail to the Gorge Bridge.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Girdwood
- Distance:
- 2 hours, 4 miles
- Meals:
- Lunch, dinner
Today, you’ll continue hiking along the Winner Creek Trail, which follows the path of the historic Iditarod. It will be a gradual climb to reach the beautiful waterfalls at Winner Creek Gorge. Along the trail, you’ll pass the Monarch Gold mine, Crystal Lake, and Raven Glacier.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Girdwood
- Distance:
- 5 hours, 10 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
The Course Creek Trail will take you to Crow Pass, where you’ll have an amazing vantage point to see the Right and Wrong Mountains. You’ll finish your hike after reaching Crescent Lake.
In the afternoon, the shuttle will take the group to Seward to check-in at your new hotel.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Seward
- Distance:
- 5 hours, 10 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
The trail today has the spectacular Resurrection Peaks soaring above it. You’ll love the scenic views as you climb along Box Canyon Creek towards Lost Lake.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Seward
- Distance:
- 7 hours, 14 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Give your legs a break today with a spectacular boat cruise. You’ll take the boat from Seward and admire the glaciers and rugged scenery of the Kenai Fjords National Park. This is also a great place to look for wildlife, which may include a whale sighting!
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Seward
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Today, you’ll continue your exploration of the Kenai Fjords National Park. You’ll hike the Harding Trail to the impressive Harding Icefield, which is 56.3 km long. After your visit to the icefields, the van will bring you back to Anchorage to conclude your tour.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- 4 hours, 8 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch
Tour Map
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Inclusions
Included
- 5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners are included in this tour, not including beverages.
- Accommodations for 5 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour in Anchorage are not included but can be added as a supplement.
- Transport for you and your luggage is included as outlined in the itinerary. Roundtrip transport between Anchorage and the Kenai Fjords National Park is included at the beginning and end of the tour.
- English-speaking guide
- Van shuttle
- Scenic boat cruise
- Park entrance fees
- Trail maps and narratives
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Flights
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
- Meals, drinks or snacks not previously included
- Visas if required
- Tourist taxes if applicable
- Personal equipment
- Fees not mentioned as included
Optional Extras
- Any additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
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FAQ
We rate this tour as a 3/5. Hikes on this tour are moderate or somewhat challenging. You should be comfortable hiking between 4 and 7 hours per day on a variety of terrain, including the icefields.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners are included in this tour. Please note that your non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages are not included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your Travel Insurance.
To reach Anchorage, you’ll fly to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) in Alaska. Airport transfers are not included.
Yes, you will have an English-speaking guide for the duration of the tour.
This tour concludes in Anchorage, Alaska. You will need to arrange a transfer to the airport.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to Alaska for this hike is mid-June to mid-September when the temperatures hover around 60°F.
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