Day Trips in Alaska

Discover the breath-taking beauty of Yellowstone National Park at your own pace on a full-day self-guided tour of the legendary expanse from Gardiner. Receive your itinerary via email and then set out to explore the Yellowstone National Park Upper Loop independently. Marvel at spectacular monuments like the Petrified Tree, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, the Obsidian Cliff and the Huckleberry Ridge as you follow an exhilarating route through the park. Scour the scenery for wildlife like wolves, Grizzly bears and buffalo while relishing the freedom of exploring according to your own schedule and interests.

Seeking an all-inclusive Alaskan experience? This 6-hour tour from Juneau takes you to Mendenhall Glacier for incredible views of the ice wall. Then, board a jet boat for a whale-watching cruise in Auke Bay with a naturalist guide who gives you an in-depth look at the surrounding marine life. After spotting humpbacks, return to land and watch a Tlingit Master Carver work on 10-foot-tall totem poles and silver jewelry. Dig into a satisfying traditional salmon bake before you're returned to Juneau hotels.

Experience an incredible daybreak view from top of Maui's highest peak during this 7- to 8-hour Mt. Haleakala sunrise tour. Journey with a guide to the summit of this massive volcano to witness the orange and red-colored dawn of a new day set amidst the clouds, enjoying the sublime beauty of a sight that once inspired literary great Mark Twain. This Maui sunrise excursion also includes round-trip hotel transport, continental breakfast and entrance fees.

Experience the mystique that is Sedona and admire its red rock landscapes on this 10-hour tour from Phoenix. Natural and cultural attractions may include Bell Rock, Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village, and Chapel of the Holy Cross. This tour is limited to just five people for a small-group experience.

From the lunar summit of Haleakala Crater to the viewpoint for Iao Needle, explore the best of Central Maui on this informative, guided day tour. Hotel pickup is conveniently provided, and the tour also visits historic Wailuku - a funky, yet up-and-coming hot spot. Learn the island's agricultural history and hear its legends and stories, and experience some of the island's best scenery from its valleys right up to its peak.

Explore the sights surrounding Sedona on this guided day trip from the city. See the famous Red Rocks, Chapel of the Holy Cross, and more, followed by a visit to the old mining town of Jerome. This tour includes all admission fees as well as transportation among locations.

This is a great way to see Seward and the Kenai Fjords National Park. Visit all the best attractions of the beautiful city of Seward on a guided tour with transportation included. See Exit Glacier and "Mile 0" of the Iditarod Trail and experience a Dog Sledge Ride. View the wildlife that roams the mountainside and enjoy an included full lunch menu with 13 options to choose.

Wyoming's iconic Yellowstone National Park is home to otherworldly geysers, bubbling mudpots and springs, and abundant wildlife like grizzlies, antelope, elk, moose, buffalo. On this tour, seasoned local guides bring you to top sites like the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Grand Prismatic Spring, and Old Faithful. Save time waiting in long lines and spend more time enjoying the scenery.

From the frontier town of Cody, Wyoming, climb up the canyon and into the hills of Yellowstone National Park, where you'll experience America's first National Park on a thrilling, self-guided tour. With an itinerary that's been crafted by Yellowstone experts, see popular sights like Hayden Valley, Old Faithful, and Norris Geysers, all while moving at your own pace with the freedom to go where you choose. It's also likely you'll see native wildlife like buffalo, elk, and wolves, and the convenient mile by mile guide ensures that you'll never get lost.

How many people can say they've crossed the Arctic Circle? Experience the landscapes of a lifetime on this full-day guided trip from Fairbanks and see the Northern Lights. Journey through Alaskan wilderness aboard comfortable transport, and take a stroll along the Yukon River. On a high plateau of Finger Mountain, spot wildlife such as foxes, moose and bears. On the way back, witness the splendor of Aurora Borealis.

Discover the highlights of central Maui, including Iao Valley State Park and Mt Haleakala on this full-day excursion from Oahu. After flying to Maui, explore the stunning landscape of Haleakala National Park and visit the summit of Haleakala Volcano. View the verdant rain forest in Iao Valley State Park and admire the unusual rock formations at the Iao Needle. All park admissions, transportation on Maui, a local guide and round-trip airfare are included.

Maui is known for its legendary sunsets, so why not watch it while standing atop the tallest peak on Maui? Here at nearly 10,000 feet (3,050 m) on the summit of Haleakala, watch the horizon explode in orange and bathe the island in light. As the oranges turn to blue and violet on the gradual journey towards dark, look towards the sky and watch as stars begin popping out through the heavens. The sunset experience is completely different than visiting Haleakala for sunrise, and in addition to the magical evening light show, guests will visit the Kula Lodge Marketplace on the journey up the mountain, and dine on a tasty, three-course meal at Caf e O'Lei past dark.

Discover the lowest point in the Western Hemisphere at Death Valley National Park, the largest National Park in the U.S., on this guided, full-day excursion from Las Vegas. Travel on board an air-conditioned minibus to one of the most desolate places on earth, and learn about Death Valley's history, landscape, and wildlife along the way. See other desert highlights including Furnace Creek, Artist's Palette, Badwater Basin, Zabriskie Point, and more. A boxed lunch, plenty of bottled water, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Escape from the hustle of the Las Vegas Strip to a place of peace, stunning beauty and complete relaxation on this full-day adventure to Zion National Park. This park is located just 163 miles from Las Vegas near Springdale, Utah. See Zion's many breathtaking viewpoints, its vast array of plant and animal life, plus Checkerboard Mesa, the Virgin River and much more. Also, travel through the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel and along the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. Lunch, snacks, bottled water and a hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Grand Teton National Park is an ideal location to see the flora and fauna of Wyoming. This tour provides an off-road vehicle and the navigation knowhow to find the places in the park where you're most likely to encounter wildlife. Get off the beaten path for a journey into the park's interior and find bighorn sheep, moose, wolves, and mountain goats.

Drive along the scenic Seward Parkway during this 4-hour small-group tour in search of Alaskan wildlife. Stop at Beluga Point and the Alaskan Wildlife Conservation Center and see native animals such as moose, eagles, caribou, bears, bison, and more who have orphaned. Enjoy the beautiful scenery filled with mountains, glaciers, and valleys as you make your way to and from Anchorage.

Explore the scenic highlights of Yosemite National Park on a full-day, small-group guided trip from Lake Tahoe with a lunchtime picnic beside Cascade Falls. Capture unforgettable images of the park's soaring rock walls and craggy peaks then enjoy an invigorating hike to Yosemite Falls or Bridalveil Falls, where high-mountain rivers tumble from sheer granite cliffs. Spot rock climbers scaling the face of El Capitan, watch for deer in alpine meadows, and take in the timeless beauty of California's High Sierra mountains.

Immerse yourself in the scenic beauty of Yellowstone National Park on a 12-hour self-guided tour from Gardiner. Following an expertly prepared guide, discover natural monuments like the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, the Castle Geysers and the Lehardy Rapids. Scour the Hayden Valley for sightings of wolves, elks and grizzly bears, and learn about rich history of the area from your guide. Explore Yellowstone National Park at your own pace on this flexible self-guided tour.

See the wildlife of the Grand Tetons on a private full-day tour from Jackson Hole. Look for animals such as moose, elk, bighorn sheep, and bison from your own private 4-wheel drive vehicle and hear commentary on the region from your guide. Your guide provides a picnic lunch, drinking water, and binoculars for better views of the animals and landscape. You'll also have plenty of time for photo ops throughout the day on a tour that includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Jackson Hole.

On this unforgettable full day tour from Jackson Hole to Yellowstone, you'll experience the beauty that led to this becoming America's first national park. Get epic views of geysers, canyons, waterfalls, rivers, and wildlife, and see Yellowstone highlights like Old Faithful and the historic Lake Hotel. On this Yellowstone tour from Jackson Hole, learn the area's volcanic geology and unique level of ecology, and keep your eyes peeled for Yellowstone wildlife - including bison and wolves.