Alaska Ferry, Alaska, United States

5Michelle W 5:00 PM Aug 10, 2019

Ferry from Valdez to Whittier
On our 2 week Rv trip through Alaska I planned on the extra expense of putting the Rv on the ferry from Valdez to Whittier. Since we were not taking a cruise through Alaska I thought this would a great alternative since we would be seeing more of the interior. Book well in advance through the Alaska Marine Highway System. It was around 7 1/5 hours long and the boat we took was the Aurora. We arrived at the dock @5:30 and the entire process was easy and organized. We pulled right up to the drive up window, they checked our paperwork and the woman who took our info automatically turned the propane off for us. We got in line and waited to load. At this time I suggest having someone in your party walk on the ferry as soon as your able to and find your spot on the boat. I would recommend the right hand side on the outside deck called the "heated solarium". Grab your lounge chairs and claim your spot! It was foggy in the morning and some of the chairs were wet. Maybe a bring a small towel to wipe off but this was the spot to be. One of my boys had the breakfast on board and it was really good. All the food looked really good but we packed our lunch and snacks. The ferry ride through the prince william sound was stunning and I took way too many pictures!

4DWathenYoungstown_OH 5:00 PM Mar 14, 2020

Relaxing ride to Whittier
Decided to take the ferry from Valdez to Whittier. Had to get up earlly as you were supposed to be there at 6 AM. Well we were first in line with a lot of folks getting there after us. The boat leaves at 7:30 AM. Big, roomey vessel with great views and good food in the cafeteria. Saw some Dolphins. Ride is a bit shorter than driving to Whittier but quite relaxing. Movies for kids and games. When we got to Whittier the train was about to leave so we were stuck at the tunnel for over an hour. Not sure if this is a regular occuracne. Nice change of pace.