Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Anchorage (Updated 2026)

Anchorage, USA
Anchorage Airport and Train Station Hotel Shuttle Service

Arriving in Anchorage just got easier with this reliable airport hotel shuttle service. Enjoy a smooth ride from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to …More

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Arriving in Anchorage just got easier with this reliable airport hotel shuttle service. Enjoy a smooth ride from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to...

10 to 20 minutes Free Cancellation
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$25
Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Denali One Way

How to get to Denali National Park? There’s no finer way to arrive than aboard Alaska Railroad’s flagship train, the Denali Star. Passengers especially appreciate …More

How to get to Denali National Park? There’s no finer way to arrive than aboard Alaska Railroad’s flagship train, the Denali Star. Passengers especially appreciate...

8 hours
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$205
Matanuska Glacier Winter Hike And Tour - Full Day

Join us for a guided hike on one of Alaska’s most accessible and scenic glaciers. This full-day tour takes you to the terminus of Matanuska …More

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Join us for a guided hike on one of Alaska’s most accessible and scenic glaciers. This full-day tour takes you to the terminus of Matanuska...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$369
Taste of the Wild: Chocolate and Wine Pairings in the Alaskan

Our Alaska Made Wine & Chocolate Tour stands out by offering intimate access to the heart of Alaska's culinary scene. It uniquely combines wine and …More

Our Alaska Made Wine & Chocolate Tour stands out by offering intimate access to the heart of Alaska's culinary scene. It uniquely combines wine and...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$112
Wildlife Conservation Center and Portage Glacier Lake Viewing

This is an amazing way to be guaranteed to see many of Alaska's most sought after wildlife in a safe and animal friendly park! The …More

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This is an amazing way to be guaranteed to see many of Alaska's most sought after wildlife in a safe and animal friendly park! The...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$575
Anchorage to Whittier Direct Transfer Tour

We provide a direct, cruise-aligned transfer from Anchorage Airport to the Whittier cruise terminal, eliminating the stress of coordinating transportation on your own. Our professional …More

We provide a direct, cruise-aligned transfer from Anchorage Airport to the Whittier cruise terminal, eliminating the stress of coordinating transportation on your own. Our professional...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$80
Anchorage to Whittier Cruise Ship Transfer, Up to 10 Person

This is one of the most amazing drives of your vacation! ...I'm Kel Thompson, the owner/operator and your tour guide! Yes, I do all my …More

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This is one of the most amazing drives of your vacation! ...I'm Kel Thompson, the owner/operator and your tour guide! Yes, I do all my...

2 to 3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,150
Up to 10 Person Choose Your Own Adventure from Anchorage Alaska

This is very much a choose your own adventure day in and around Anchorage, Alaska! We can see and do many of the popular things …More

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This is very much a choose your own adventure day in and around Anchorage, Alaska! We can see and do many of the popular things...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,475
Transportation from Hotel or Airport to Whittier Cruise Ship Port

Relax with Hassle Free transfer service from the Anchorage Airport or Hotel to the Cruise Ship Port in Whittier. Enjoy the peaceful comfortable journey while …More

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Relax with Hassle Free transfer service from the Anchorage Airport or Hotel to the Cruise Ship Port in Whittier. Enjoy the peaceful comfortable journey while...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$99
Glacier Blue Kayak & Grandview Tour

Mornings at Spencer Glacier are the most serene and consistently magnificent time to paddle. Kayak around icebergs as you make your way toward the Spencer …More

Mornings at Spencer Glacier are the most serene and consistently magnificent time to paddle. Kayak around icebergs as you make your way toward the Spencer...

11 hours
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$415
REMOTE - Glacier Hiking Adventure on Matanuska Glacier

Step onto the mesmerizing blue ice of Matanuska Glacier with this exhilarating 8-hour hiking adventure. Departing daily from Anchorage, this guided experience includes professional safety …More

Step onto the mesmerizing blue ice of Matanuska Glacier with this exhilarating 8-hour hiking adventure. Departing daily from Anchorage, this guided experience includes professional safety...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$325
Turnagain Arm and Portage Valley Private Tour

Explore the beautiful Turnagain Arm and Portage Valley with a private and local guide. From Anchorage, we'll travel along the scenic Seward Highway. One of …More

Explore the beautiful Turnagain Arm and Portage Valley with a private and local guide. From Anchorage, we'll travel along the scenic Seward Highway. One of...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,288
UNTAMED - Northern Lights Sightseeing from Anchorage Alaska-4 hrs

Embark on a Quest as we visit locations in search of the northern lights. Expect a thrilling evening as you are led by experts that …More

Embark on a Quest as we visit locations in search of the northern lights. Expect a thrilling evening as you are led by experts that...

2 hours 59 minutes Free Cancellation
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$175
Matanuska Glacier Hike with Lunch Summer and Winter

Join us for an unforgettable journey to the breathtaking Matanuska Glacier! Your adventure starts in downtown Anchorage, where you’ll board our comfortable van for a …More

Join us for an unforgettable journey to the breathtaking Matanuska Glacier! Your adventure starts in downtown Anchorage, where you’ll board our comfortable van for a...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$320
Winter Fat Biking Anchorage Tour

This all-inclusive tour is an excellent taste of what Anchorage is all about in the winter. Perfect for adventures, families, and those who want to …More

This all-inclusive tour is an excellent taste of what Anchorage is all about in the winter. Perfect for adventures, families, and those who want to...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$169
Anchorage Winter Wonderland Photo Tour

Anchorage winter photography spans changing landscapes and light. This half-day shared tour visits four to five locations, with creative and technical instruction from a photographer …More

Anchorage winter photography spans changing landscapes and light. This half-day shared tour visits four to five locations, with creative and technical instruction from a photographer...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$189
Anchorage to Seward Group Cruise Transportation, Up to 10 Person

This is a private group transportation for up to 10 people from Anchorage to the Seward Cruise Ship Terminal, leaving at 12 noon from Anchorage …More

This is a private group transportation for up to 10 people from Anchorage to the Seward Cruise Ship Terminal, leaving at 12 noon from Anchorage...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,375
Anchorage to Seward Shared Bus Transfer Service

Travel directly from Anchorage to the Seward Cruise Ship Terminal with this scheduled cruise‑day ground transfer. Pick up is available from select Anchorage hotels or …More

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Travel directly from Anchorage to the Seward Cruise Ship Terminal with this scheduled cruise‑day ground transfer. Pick up is available from select Anchorage hotels or...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$75
Anchorage to Seward Cruise Transfer with Exit Glacier

Transform your cruise departure day into an adventure with this full-day scenic journey from Anchorage to Seward Cruise Port. Travel along the stunning Seward Highway, …More

Transform your cruise departure day into an adventure with this full-day scenic journey from Anchorage to Seward Cruise Port. Travel along the stunning Seward Highway,...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$190
Private ~ Spencer Glacier Jetboating

Jetboating is Alaskans favorite way to explore AK's extensive glacial rivers. Blue Ice Jetboating takes it over the top boating upstream thru the braids and …More

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Jetboating is Alaskans favorite way to explore AK's extensive glacial rivers. Blue Ice Jetboating takes it over the top boating upstream thru the braids and...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$438
Alaska Glacier Helicopter Adventure with 2 Landings

Discover the stunning beauty of Alaska from the sky on a thrilling helicopter ride that includes two unforgettable landings. This Glacier Discovery Tour takes you …More

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Discover the stunning beauty of Alaska from the sky on a thrilling helicopter ride that includes two unforgettable landings. This Glacier Discovery Tour takes you...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$810
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