Summer Only-PRIVATE TOUR: Wednesday-Sunday // 8:45am - 5:30pm

Alaska Crafted Tour and Train Adventure- PRIVATE TOUR OPTION

Taste your way through the Alaska craft beverage scene while taking in the mountain vistas, glaciers, and grandeur that is ALASKA aboard the Alaska Railroad.

Join us on this round-trip tour from Anchorage highlighting the Alaska craft beverage industry. Your full day adventure begins in Anchorage as you board the Alaska Railroad for arguably the most amazing 40 mile stretch of rail in North America to Girdwood, Alaska. Tickets include one-way rail travel Anchorage to Girdwood, tram ride and lunch atop Mt. Alyeska, and behind the scenes tours and tastings at Girdwood Brewing Co., Anchorage Distillery, and Double Shovel Cider Co. From the Alaska shoreline to the the big city, you will experience the Alaska craft beverage scene in style on this off-the-beaten path tour.
*Keep your eyes peeled for the opportunity to see wildlife such as Bear, Moose, Dall Sheep, and Beluga Whales aboard the Alaska Railroad

The Details

  • Summer Only-PRIVATE TOUR
  • 8:45am - 5:30pm
  • Wednesday-Sunday
  • Lasts Approximately 9 Hrs
  • The Tour Includes
  • Round Trip Guided Transportation
  • One-Way Rail Travel from Anchorage to Girdwood
  • Local Guide
  • Tram Ride and Lunch atop Mt. Alyeska
  • Beer / Cider / Spirit / Craft Cocktail tastings
  • Pickup from
  • Downtown Anchorage Log Cabin Visitor Center- 4th and F St.
  • Hotels within Anchorage Bowl
  • Tour Requirements
  • EMAIL OR CALL FOR PRICING
  • Attendees must be at least 21 years old
  • Advanced Reservation required
  • Max group size- 10 people
$PRIVATE TOUR

The Breweries

GIRDWOOD BREWING

Nestled in scenic Girdwood, Alaska, Girdwood Brewing Company is a brewery with a powder addiction. Founded in 2017 by local Girdwood residents, GBC provides fellow beer and adventure enthusiasts with fresh, flavorful craft beer. Boasting a 10 barrel Premier Stainless brewing system the craftsmanship is apparent in every batch.

ANCHORAGE DISTILLERY

“alaskans settle for nothing less than the best small-batch spirits. since 2007 we have been inspired by the epic scenery of our land to create spirits worthy of the most discerning adventurer. we focus on showcasing the uniqueness of alaska’s agriculture by distilling our vodkas, gins, and whiskeys from barley and rye grown in alaska’s rugged interior, not far from denali’s snowy peak.”

DOUBLE SHOVEL CIDER CO.

Double Shovel Cider Company is on a mission to make delicious ciders in Alaska! Specializing in crafting delicious, naturally gluten-free hard ciders right here in Anchorage by combining hand-picked Alaska apples, berries, and syrups with Washington apples.
Cancelation Policy: Cancelations must be made in writing to info@bigswigtours.com. Written cancelations received 46 days or more, prior to the scheduled departure date will receive a full refund, less a $100 cancelation fee. All cancelations made 45 days or less from the scheduled departure date will be 100% non- refundable.